Kenneth Robinson

Kenneth Michael Robinson, 69, of Hawkeye, Iowa died Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, at his home in Hawkeye, Iowa. 

Kenneth Michael was born February 20, 1949, to Albert and Elizabeth (Stewart) Robinson in Oskaloosa, Iowa. He graduated from high school in West Union, Iowa and earned his welding degree at NICC in Calmar, Iowa.

Kenneth was united in marriage with Becky Jones on January 17, 1970. They later divorced.  He was employed as a welder; his first job was in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Kenneth also worked for Blessing in Fayette, Iowa for sixteen years. He was very artistic, pin striping his own vehicles, rebuilding a 1926 Ford Model A, was a drummer in “Orphans of Luv” band and enjoyed old cars and motorcycles.

Kenneth is survived by his children, Abi Michelle Robinson of Waukon, Iowa, and Jason Michael Robinson of Moline, Illinois; two grandchildren, Kane Michael Curtin and Samuel Kenneth Robinson; and siblings, Suzanne Kay (Greg) Gordon of Boone, Iowa and Elizabeth Jane Sather of La Crosse, Wisconsin.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, at Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service in West Union, Iowa.

Burial will be held at a later date at Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa, Iowa.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of West Union, Iowa is helping the family with arrangements.

John McFadden

John Francis McFadden, 88, of Randalia, IA, passed away on January 24, 2019, at the Hillcrest Home in Sumner, IA.

Mass of Christian Burial was  held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 28, 2019 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Fayette with Father Henry Huber officiating. Interment followed the service at Woodlawn Cemetery, rural Fayette.

A public visitation was held on Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at S.K. Rogers Funeral Home in Fayette and for one hour before the service at the church on Monday.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Fayette.
S.K. Rogers Funeral Home in Fayette is in charge of the arrangements.

John was born February 28, 1930 in Randalia, son of Fred and Irene (Thamert) McFadden. He married Mary Jo Brunkhorst in Lamont on July 3, 1954. She passed away on December 27, 1998. John married Alyce Woltzen in Fayette on June 21, 2008. She passed away on September 23, 2018.

He graduated from Randalia High School and farmed near Randalia until he recently retired. He was involved in many organizations and boards and was a lifelong member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Fayette. In 2018 John’s farm received the Heritage Award for being in the family 150 years.

John is survived by two daughters; Pam Morales of Marion and Anne Huey of Scottsdale, AZ; two sons, Michael (Cindy) of Randalia and Vincent (Paula) of Waterloo; a son-in-law, Todd Hertog; 11 grandchildren, Shane, Megan, Collin, Erin, Sean, Marissa, and Ryan McFadden, Alexandra and Jack Huey, Jessica Brownell and James Gibbons; great-grandchildren, Jaxson Brownell, Jonny Gibbons and Joey Gibbons; two sisters, Patricia (Jim) Rederer of Bloomington, MN and Kathleen (Dave) Van Wart of Richardson, TX; in-laws, Mary McFadden, Dr. and Mrs. John Brunkhorst, Patricia Maas and Joe Green, Marlene Goetschel, Dr. and Mrs. Joe Brunkhorst, Phillip and Ann Brunkhorst, and Jim and Monica Piersall.

He is preceded in death by a son, Thomas; a daughter, Patricia; a son-in-law, Dave Morales; and a brother, Vernon.

DeVere Manderfield

     DeVere Manderfield, 90, of St. Lucas, IA died Thursday, January 17, 2019 at Wellington Place in Decorah, IA.  Eugene DeVere was born September 22, 1928 to William and Celia (Kurash) Manderfield in Waucoma, IA.  He attended school in a one room schoolhouse in Chickasaw County through the eighth grade.

      DeVere was united in marriage with Virginia Winter on May 3, 1954 at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas, IA. He enjoyed traveling, polka dancing, playing cards, fishing and spending time with his family. DeVere was a great storyteller, telling his stories over and over again. Before retiring, he farmed and was also involved in concrete barn construction. After retirement, DeVere enjoyed spending winters in Texas. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Forresters and the National Farmers Organization. DeVere was also instrumental in forming the local KC Council and was a founding member of the St. Lucas Historical Society.

     DeVere is survived by his wife, Virginia of St. Lucas, IA; nine children, Jerry (Barb) Manderfield of Medellín, Colombia, Loren (Marilyn) Manderfield of St. Lucas, IA, Jim (Lori) Manderfield of Urbandale, IA, Dennis (Toni) Manderfield of Davis, CA, Sheila (Mike) Oswalt of Chico, CA, Sharon (Scott) Thornton of Ames, IA, Shirley (Joe) Abdo of Iowa City, IA, Sharlene (Hein) Hüpscher of Maarssen, The Netherlands and Don (Lyndsey) Manderfield of St. Lucas, IA; twenty-six grandchildren, Nick, Joel, Bryce and Cara, Kristy, Ben and Jackie, Travis, Abby and Emily, Allison, Sam and Lily, Neal and Lucas, Alex, Erin and Nate, Steven, Josh, Jon, Mike and Caleb and Reese, Logan and Raelen; fourteen great-grandchildren; Caden, Addyson, Camden, Liesl, Greta, Brantley, Beckham, Roman, Abby, Annie, Amy, Rafael and one sister, Germaine Klotz of New Hampton, IA.

     DeVere was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joe; sister, Beverly Haugen; and one grandson, Willie Manderfield.

  St. Lucas Historical Society: www.stlucasmuseum.org. 

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Visitation was held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019, at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas, Iowa. There was also a one hour visitation before mass at the church on Thursday.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas, Iowa with Rev. Aaron Junge as the Celebrant.

Burial will be at a later date at St. Luke Catholic Cemetery, St. Lucas, Iowa.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of West Union, Iowa is helping the family with arrangements.

Robert Dennler

Robert William Dennler (Bob), 87, of Elkader, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at the Elkader Care Center. He was surrounded by family and friends.  Bob was born February 15, 1931, in Volga, Iowa, to Elmer and Amanda (Mueller) Dennler. Bob attended country school until 8th grade. He served in the US Army as a medic from 1953 to 1954.   During that time he was stationed in France and Germany.

On November 10, 1956, Bob was united in marriage to Jane Neylan. Five children were born to this union. He and Jane, along with their children, farmed outside of Elkader until 2003. During this time and their retirement they enjoyed playing cards, visiting the boat, and sharing in their grandchildren’s various activities. In 2014, Bob and Jane moved to the assisted living in Elkader where they enjoyed having visitors and getting to know the staff.  Bob served as a Boardman Township trustee for over 30 years.

Bob was a special man to many and will be dearly missed by those close to him, for his sense of humor, compassionate nature and love of family. It was hard to leave his presence without an offer of a beer, a hug and a kiss. 

Survivors include his five children, Carol (Jim) Gordon of Elkader, Kevin Dennler of Elkader; Keith (Paulette) Dennler of Forest Lake, MN; Karen (Andy) Koehn of Elgin; Kurt (NiCole) Dennler of Elkader; six grandchildren, Nick (Nicole) Dennler, Reese Dennler, Danielle Koehn, Sara (Trey) Bodensteiner, Ariel Dennler, and Drake Dennler; three step-grandchildren, Zachary Ewing, Ashley and Kurt Gordon; one great-grandchild, Beau Dennler (Nick and Nicole);  sisters, Joan (Marvin) Williams, of Lakeville, MN; and Hilda Jach of Elkader; brother, Virgil (Viola) Dennler of Elkader; sisters-in law, Patty (David) Murray of Sun Prairie, WI; Bonnie Neylan of Menlo Park, CA; brother in law, Bob Graves of Decatur, AL; along with special friends Jenna & Zach Bennington and daughters, Harper & Madison.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Jane (2015); parents, Elmer and Amanda Dennler; mother and father-in- law, John and Grace Neylan; father-in-law, Robert Ricketts; sisters, Lois Loftsgard and Marlene Graves; brothers-in-law, John Neylan, George Jach, and Ray Loftsgard. 

Visitation was from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 26, 2019, at Peace United Church of Christ, Elkader.

Memorial Service was held at 11:00 a.m.  Saturday, January 26, 2019, at Peace United Church of Christ, Elkader with Rev. Jon Haack officiating

Leonard-Grau Funeral Home & Cremation Service is assisting the family. Online condolences can be left with www.graufuneralhomes.com

Vernita Pape

Vernita Pape, 99, of Maynard and formerly of Stanley, Iowa died Tuesday evening, Jan. 29, 2019 at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, at Stanley Union Church, Stanley, Iowa, with Rev. Philip Rownd officiating. Visitation was held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Oelwein and for one hour before the service at the church on Saturday.

Interment was at the West Union Cemetery, West Union, Iowa.

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

Vernita Minnie Julia Nodurft was born on December 31, 1919 in Strawberry Point, Iowa the daughter of Fred and Hilda (Frederick) Nodurft.  She graduated from Strawberry Point High School and continued her education at Upper Iowa College in Fayette where she received her teaching certificate.  She taught first through fourth grades in Waucoma and at country schools near Greeley and Edgewood. Vernita was united in marriage to Victor Melvin Pape on January 20, 1951 in Strawberry Point, Iowa.  The couple farmed near West Union for a few years until purchasing a farm south of Fayette in 1954 where they raised their family and lived until retirement.  They moved to Stanley in 1985 where they were faithful members and caretakers of the Stanley Union Church.  They also delivered the Shopper Newspaper for many years.  Vernita later moved to Maynard.  

She enjoyed playing cards, gardening, quilting, crocheting, collecting recipes. She loved to camp with Good Sam and Wild Rose Ramblers Camping Clubs, square dancing, traveling, visiting the Amish and spending time with her family.

Vernita is survived by her seven children: Eldon Pape of Stanley, Linda Kraemer of Cedar Rapids, Bruce (Jean) Pape of Maynard, Brice (Kim) Pape of Maynard, Karen (Gregg) Ford of Maynard, Daniel Pape of Ames and Sharon (Jason) Decker of Oelwein; 14 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; sister: Vonda Billhorn of Manchester and several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Victor on July 31, 2003; brother: Raymond Nodurft; grandson, Alexander Warnke and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Lillian Gunderson

Lillian Elvira Gunderson, 92, of Clinton, Iowa formerly of Clermont, died Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019, at Eagle Point Care Center in Clinton, Iowa.

Lillian Elvira was born April 22, 1926 on a farm in Kenyon, Minnesota to Emil and Tillie (Reierson) Johnson. She attended country schools in Kenyon, Minnesota and also Dry Run in St. Olaf, Iowa, public school in Elkader, Iowa and graduated from Clermont High School.

Lillian was united in marriage with Martin Gunderson in August 1951 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. Before she was married, Lillian worked at Penick and Ford Factory in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and another factory in Minnesota. After she was married, Lillian was a homemaker. In her spare time she enjoyed reading, scrapbooking, vegetable and flower gardening, writing to her thirty to forty pen pals, collecting rebates, listening to Polka music, traveling and fishing with her husband, Martin.

Lillian is survived by her daughter, Roselyn (Ken) Sherman of Blue Grass, Iowa; and one granddaughter, Valerie Sherman of Davenport, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Martin; an infant daughter, Rosalie Madelon; grandson, Brent Sherman; and her parents, Emil and Tillie Johnson.

  Visitation was Thursday, January 31, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. at Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Clermont, Iowa with a one hour visitation before services at the church on Friday.

Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 1, 2019 at West Clermont Lutheran Church in Clermont, Iowa with Rev. Phillip Olson as the Officiant.

Burial followed at God’s Acres, Clermont, Iowa.

Memorials may be given for the Ronald McDonald House in Iowa City.

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

Walter Knutsen

Walter Bernard Knutsen, 84, of Clermont, Iowa passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa.

Walter was born on December 18, 1934 to Knut and Amanda (Osterhus) Knutsen in Seattle, Washington. He was baptized on February 15, 1935. Walter’s family moved to a farm south of Ossian at age eleven. He attended Bethel Lutheran Church, went to school in West Union and worked on the family farm.

Walter began dating Marilyn Evanna Guyer in 1956 and spent time together at Art’s Roller Rink and the Fayette County Fair. He enlisted in the United States Army in January of 1957 and served for two years in Germany. Walter was united in marriage with Marilyn Guyer on April 11, 1959 at West Clermont Lutheran Church. They lived in West Union for nine years until moving to the family farm south of Ossian and stayed there for twenty-one years. After leaving the farm, they lived in Postville for eighteen years and most recently in Clermont for the last eleven years.

Throughout the years, Walter was employed by H & H Distribution in West Union, Iowa. He also installed floor coverings for Schutte Furniture and Interiors in Postville, Iowa for over thirty years, retiring on January 26, 2001.

Walter was a member of West Clermont Lutheran Church for nearly thirty years, where he enjoyed singing in the choir. He was also a previous member of Zion Lutheran Church in West Union where he taught Sunday School for many years. Walter belonged to the Postville Lions Club and Sheehan Olson American Legion Post 375. His hobbies included playing on the church softball league, bowling leagues in West Union and Postville, golfing in Clermont, playing guitar, singing, playing cards with friends, camping and fishing, especially in Canada where he spent many summers. He thoroughly enjoyed visiting Norway to meet his paternal grandmother and other relatives in 1958 and returned again in 2000 with his wife and three daughters for a family reunion with his many first cousins. Walter loved a treat of candy, Pepsi, popcorn and walleye. He always had candy in his pocket for his grandkids.

Walter is survived by his wife, Marilyn of Clermont, Iowa; sister, Doris (Rodney) Guyer of Clermont, Iowa; four children: Mark (Patricia) Knutsen of Marion, Iowa; Karen (David) Miller of Clermont, Iowa; Kristine (Jason) Lenberg of Altoona, Wisconsin; and Karla (Rich) Ehr of Kirksville, Missouri; fifteen grandchildren: Jennifer (Chad) Otten of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Jillian (Joe) Svendsen of Las Vegas, Nevada; Jessica Knutsen of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Kjerstin Miller, Rebecca Miller and William Miller of Clermont, Iowa; Ajay Lenberg, Kimberly Lenberg and Victoria Lenberg of Altoona, Wisconsin; Amanda (Andrew) Perry, James Ehr and  Chloe Ehr of Kirksville, Missouri; Krista (Ryan) Coddington of Shoreville, Minnesota; Jeremy (Samantha) Lee of Palm Bay, Florida; and Justin Lee of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; twelve great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many nieces and nephews.

Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Knut and Amanda Knutsen; brother, Stanley “Ken” Knutsen; infant brother, Gary Knutsen; and one infant great-grandson.

Visitation was held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 11, 2019 at West Clermont Lutheran Church in Clermont, Iowa. There will also be a one-hour visitation before services at the church on Tuesday.

Funeral Services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, at West Clermont Lutheran Church, Clermont, Iowa with Rev. Phillip Olson as the officiant.

Burial will follow at God’s Acres Cemetery in Clermont, Iowa.

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

Gregory Stillman

Gregory Allen Stillman, 55, of St. Lucas, Iowa died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019, at his home in St. Lucas, Iowa. 

Gregory was born February 18, 1963 to Paul James and Marion L. (Alton) Stillman in Grundy Center, Iowa. He graduated from Grundy Center High School in 1981 and received his diploma for Carpentry at NICC. Greg worked for Dessels Furniture and also did carpentry jobs. He had been a member of Gospel Hall in West Union, Iowa. In his spare time, Greg enjoyed hunting morel mushrooms, rooting on his Cowboys, fishing and playing cards with friends and spending time with family and loved ones.

Gregory is survived by his longtime partner, Barbara Lucas of St. Lucas, Iowa; mother, Marion Stillman of Mason City, Iowa; brother, Randy Stillman of Fayette, Iowa; sister Christy (Jerrel) Schott of Mason City, Iowa; three nieces, Amber (Nate) Wendel, Karissa Schott and Kaylee Schott all of Mason City, Iowa; and one great-niece, Shelby Wendel.

Gregory was preceded in death by his father, Paul James Stillman; maternal grandparents, George and Irene Alton; paternal grandparents, Harry and Bessie Stillman; and his longtime partner, Terri Caldwell.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 at Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service in West Union, Iowa.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service in West Union, Iowa is helping the family with arrangements.

Ronald Schlatter

Ronald Schlatter, former Hawkeye resident, died Fri., Feb. 8, 2019. Visitation will be held Feb. 22 4-7 p.m. with Memorial Services, Sat., Feb. 23, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Hawkeye, IA 

Obituary will appear in next weeks paper.

Jeffrey Marvin

Jeffrey Dean Marvin, 59, passed away after a sudden illness on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

Jeffrey was born July 16, 1959 in West Union, Iowa to Robert and Mary Kay (Swenson) Marvin.  He graduated from Cedar Falls High School in 1977 and attended Iowa State University.  Jeff’s family was important to him.  He loved people and made friends easily.  He remained a fan of Iowa State athletics and enjoyed attending the Downtown Farmers’ Market.  Jeff was a member of the Masons and Shriners.  He appreciated and was drawn to Native American culture and collected many items of significance.  He was loving and sentimental and saved memorabilia from important moments in his life.

Jeff is survived by his parents, Robert and Mary Kay Marvin; sister, Elizabeth (Mark) Ball; brother, John (Paula) Marvin; aunt, Judy Woods; uncle, Dick Marvin; special friend, Susan Gavlock; and other extended family and loving friends.

Jeff has been cremated.  A graveside service will be held near his birthday in July at Grandview Cemetery in Fayette, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to NAMI of Iowa, 511 E 6^th St., Ste. B, Des Moines, IA 50309 or NAMI of Black Hawk County, Allen Hospital, 1825 Logan Avenue, Waterloo, IA 50703.  A special thank you to the Pact Team at Eyerly Ball for their diligent support of Jeff.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com. 

Ronald Schlatter

Ronald Erwin Schlatter, long time farmer, 82, passed away Friday, February 8, 2019.  He was born October 27, 1936 to George and Ruth (Nieman) Schlatter in Hawkeye, Iowa. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Kenneth Schlatter; wife’s parents, Floyd and Ivah Lawless; sisters-in-law, Patricia Bindert and Phyllis Schlatter; brothers-in-law, Darold Lawless, Larry Berns and Jim Richards.  Ronald is survived by his wife of 60 years, Connie; sons, Martin (Amelia) Schlatter, Michael (Erin) Schlatter, and Rodney Schlatter; grandchildren, Santana (Dustin) Lindaman, McKennen Lindaman, Reagan Lindaman, Everett Lindaman, Elizabeth Schlatter, Samuel Schlatter, Addison Schlatter, and Jillian Schlatter; brothers, Lavern Schlatter, Russell (Sally) Schlatter; sisters, Marilyn Berns, Evelyn Richards, and Ladonna (Bob) Hough; sisters-in-law, Lois Schlatter and Gloria Lawless; brothers-in-law, Augie Bindert; James (Diane) Lawless, Kenneth (Mary Jane) Lawless, and Jeff (Teresa) Lawless; numerous nieces and nephews; plus Zachary, Corey and Sarenia – heart picked grandkids; and special friends, Emma Batchelder, Dean Johnson, Amber, and Presley. 

Funeral will be held at a later date.

Marlene Horan

Marlene Jean Horan, 82, of Stanley passed away on Friday, February 8, 2019 at MercyOne Hospital in Oelwein, Iowa. Visitation was held from 4-7 pm on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at the Geilenfeld Funeral Home in Oelwein where there was a Parish Rosary at 3:45 pm. Funeral services began at 11:00 am on Wednesday February 13, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Oelwein with Father Ray Atwood officiating. Burial was in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery at Clermont, Iowa. A memorial fund has been established. For condolences, please visit www.geilenfeldfh.com

Marlene was born on December 24, 1936 in Oelwein, Iowa, the daughter of Leo and Iva Arlene (Meyer) Schmidtke.  She graduated from the Stanley High School with the class of 1954 and then in 1956 she received her teaching certificate from Upper Iowa University in Fayette. In 1964 she went back to Upper Iowa to complete her 4-year degree graduating in 1966 with a BS in Elementary Education. She taught in Maynard, Postville, Ossian, Valley of Elgin, and Streamwood, IL school districts. Marlene was a teacher for over thirty years. She also worked as a nanny, and as a clerk at several different motels. Marlene loved to dance and while dancing at the Coliseum in Oelwein she met Frank. She was united in marriage with Francis “Frank” Horan on February 20, 1969 at St. Peters Catholic Church in Clermont. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo and pool, and her very cherished cats she has shared her love with over the years. Marlene touched many lives and will be dearly missed. She loved her 3 children more than any of them could understand. Her biggest pride and joy was her grandchildren, she thought the world of all of them. 

She is survived by her son Steve (Leslie) Horan of Hazleton; her daughters: Staci (Jeremy) Callahan of Cedar Rapids and Sondra (Anthony) Bloise of Hiawatha; seven grandchildren: Henry, Iversen “Ivy”, Marli, Tyler, Nicholas, Sienna and Johnathon; her sister and brother-in-law: Patricia and Gary Makovec of Nevada, IA. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; her granddaughter Patricia Horan, and her brother and his wife, Leroy and Fern Schmidtke.

Daryle Fox

Daryle J. Fox, 94, of Fayette, Iowa died Sunday morning, February 24, 2019 at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa.

Funeral Service: will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Wadena Community Church in Wadena, Iowa.

Visitation will be 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday at the church and for one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Interment will be in the Wadena Cemetery, Wadena.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for Palmer Hospice or to the family for planting new tree seedlings. 

The Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Arlington, Iowa is assisting the family.

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

Daryle James Fox was born May 18, 1924 at Wadena, the son of James Oscar and Maude Inez (Crowfoot) Fox.  He graduated from the Wadena High School.  Daryle served in the United States Army during World War II.  On August 4, 1953, he was united in marriage to Mildred F. Bushby at Wadena.  Daryle farmed in the Wadena area all his life and was member of the Wadena Community Church.  Daryle enjoyed woodworking, fishing, turkey hunting and cutting firewood.

Daryle is survived by his 2 sons: Jim (Crystal) Fox of Carter Lake and Gary (Barb) Fox of Wadena; 9 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife on November 5, 1992; and 2 grandchildren: Jeanne Africa and Daniel Aylsworth.

Neva Jaster

Neva Mae Jaster, 97, of Ossian, Iowa died Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at Ossian Senior Hospice, Ossian, Iowa. She was born May 11, 1921 to Bernard and Edna (Hein) Waters at home in Clayton County. Neva attended country school near Postville, Iowa, graduated from Postville High School, earned her teaching certificate and began teaching country school until she was married.

Neva was united in marriage with John “Johnnie” L. Jaster on May 29, 1940 on the family farm. She and Johnnie opened a feed mill in Ossian and welcomed two children, Bonnie and Jack. Neva enjoyed sewing especially clothing, and mending her friends clothing. She also enjoyed crocheting, quilting, crafting, gardening, professionally baking cakes and teaching her skills making afghans. Neva worked as a part-time teacher’s aide, was a life-time weight watcher member for forty years and belonged to bridge club for sixty years. She was kind, generous, caring, and loved helping family and friends. We will all miss her tremendously. 

Neva is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Pape of West Union, Iowa; six grandchildren, Denise Schutte, Pete Pape, Diann Pape, John Jaster, Shannon Covell and Chad Jaster;  twelve great-grandchildren, Lance Schutte, Kalista Moneypenny, Nathan Schutte, Aleshia Semler, Joshua Schutte, Jaquelyn Jaster, Jordan Jaster, Amy Covell, Austin Covell, Brady Jaster, Paige Jaster and Josephina Jaster and twelve great-great grandchildren, Blake, Briella, Breklyn and Brayton Schutte, Brecken and Brynlee Moneypenny, Kaydence, Gavin and Ryleigh Semler and Jariya, Tristan and Kaein Jones.

Neva was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John in 1986; her son, John “Jack” in 2011; son-in-law, Dale Pape; daughter-in-law, Karen Jaster and brother, Eugene Waters.

Visitation was held  Tuesday, Feb.26, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. at Schmitz-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Ossian, Iowa and one hour before Mass at the church on Wednesday.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Febr. 26, 2019 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Ossian, Iowa with Rev. Robert Gross as the Celebrant.

Burial will follow at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Cemetery, Ossian, Iowa.

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

Sharon Suckow

Sharon Suckow, walked into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on the afternoon of Thursday, February 21, 2019.  It was her 76^th birthday.

Born in Iowa in 1943, Sharon was the daughter of the late LaVern and Bessie Nelson Palas.  She was a devoted homemaker who loved the Lord and her family dearly.  Sharon was a devoted member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church where she was on the Alter Guild. 

In addition to her parents, her husband of 45 years, Gerald Lester Suckow; and nephew, Christopher Palas, preceded her in death.

Sharon’s memory will forever be treasured by her loving sons, Bradley Suckow (Lisa) of King George, Virginia and Craig Suckow (Gina) of Perry; grandchildren, Nichole (Rabun), Natalie (Chris), Kalib (Mallory), Kaylee, Christopher, Adelynn, and Leah; sister, Mary Guyer; brother, David Palas; and several loving nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visitation was held Sunday, February 24, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at McCullough Funeral Home.  A funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 25, 2019 in the chapel of McCullough Funeral Home.  Following the service, Sharon was laid to rest next to Jerry in Magnolia Park Cemetery. 

The family will accept flowers or donations may be given in memory of Sharon to the American Stroke Foundation, 6405 Metcalf Ave., Ste. 214, Overland Park, KS 66202, https://americanstroke.org/donate.

Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family.  McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with Mrs. Suckow’s arrangements.

Arlene Alley

Arlene Alley, 95, of Vinton and formerly of Hawkeye, died Saturday, February 23, 2019, at the Vinton Lutheran Home. 

  Funeral services were held at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at the United Methodist Church in Hawkeye with Mona Christie, Lay Servant, officiating. Visitation will precede the service at the church on Tuesday beginning at 3:00 p.m. Friends and family were invited to join in a meal following the service.  Inurnment will be held at Dunham Grove Cemetery, rural Randalia, at a later date. Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Hawkeye is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com.

  Arlene, daughter of Fred and Ethel (Burnside) Howe was born May 17, 1923, in Eden Township, Fayette County. On May 14, 1941, she was united in marriage to William (Hynges) Alley in Missouri. Arlene was a homemaker for many years prior to working in the kitchen at the Good Samaritan Society in West Union and was a local caretaker for several residents of Hawkeye. She was a long-time active member of the United Methodist Church in Hawkeye. Arlene enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading, baking, genealogy, and traveling.

  Arlene is survived by her children, Ernest (Donna) Alley of Hawkeye, Lois Mulvaney of Vinton, and David (Marlene Short) Alley of Hawkeye; eight grandchildren, Curt Moser, Cyle (Polly) Moser, Chad (Candy) Moser, Michele (Brian) Stainbrook, Dana Mulvaney, Sherry (Bobby) Armstrong, Cody Alley, and Ramsey Alley; sixteen great-grandchildren; and one sister, Kathleen Joyce Fish of Kansas.

In addition to her parents, her husband, William in 1982; daughter, Doris in 1994; and eight siblings preceded her in death.

Dorothy Lambert Doughty

Fayette native Dorothy Lambert Doughty died January 18, 2019 in DeKalb, IL.  She was 100 years and four months old.  She was the longest-living person in her extended family.  She was a sister of the late Robert Lambert of Fayette, and an aunt of Kathie Lambert Cybela of Fayette.  Other area survivors are Gary Lambert of Stanley, Nathan Damge of Oelwein, and Margaret Doughty Damge, of Stanley.  

Dorothy Lambert Doughty was born September 21, 1918 in Fayette, a daughter of Elsie Mae Chittenden Lambert and George Grover Lambert.  She graduated from Fayette High School in 1936.   She later attended nursing school in Chicago, but it closed due to the Great Depression of the 1930s.  

During the summer of 1936, she was working as a nurse’s aide and cook at the Fayette county farm where she met John R. Doughty, also of Fayette.  John was a DHIA (Dairy Herd Inspection Association) state milk tester, who came to the county farm with state inspectors for lunch.  Dorothy was working in the kitchen that day, and baked pies using apples grown and harvested on the county farm.   The inspectors were so impressed; they summoned the cooks from the kitchen.  This was the fateful day when Dorothy met John Doughty.   They were inseparable for the next 60 years.  John used to joke, “I married your mother for her apple pie.”  

Dorothy Lambert and John Doughty were married October 26, 1940 at the Methodist parsonage in Fayette.  Their attendants were Belva and Paul Doughty of Oelwein.  John was a son of Art and Clara Doughty, of Fayette. 

In 1941, John was hired as a field representative for Pure Milk Association, representing hundreds of dairy farmers in 7 northeast Illinois counties.  They lived in Sycamore, IL for four years.  In 1947, they moved to their family farm in rural Burlington Township where they raised their family.  Dorothy attended Elgin Community College, and participated in local school and church events. 

Her husband John preceded Dorothy in death in 1996, by her parents, by her brothers Richard, Ronald, and Donald in infancy, and her sister Agnes Cave.  She was also preceded in death by a son-in-law Robert Reimann, Jr. and a daughter-in-law Shereen Stanton Doughty.  She was preceded in death by Fayette area family including: Blanche and Sheldon Chittenden, Goldie and Huber Donaldson, Berle Thompson and her daughter Merle Sternberg, Clyde and Thelma McFarlane, and her in-laws, Art and Clara Doughty and all of the Doughty families. 

  Survivors include John and Dorothy’s 8 children:  John R. “Dick” Doughty of Burlington township, IL; Dean (Annette) of Brimfield; Dale (the late Shereen) Doughty of Snohomish, WA; Clair (Wendy) Doughty of Colorado Springs, CO; Lee (Diane) Doughty of Marion, IL; Cheryl (Tom) Osran of Chicago; Douglas (Jeanne) Doughty of Mt. Prospect, IL; and Neil (Anne) Doughty of Elmhurst, IL; by 19 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and another great grandchild expected in June 2019.  

Internment at Elmwood Cemetery in Sycamore, IL.  Memorials can be sent to Burlington, IL United Methodist Church,  195 E. Center St. Burlington, IL 60109

Myron Nagle

Mick Nagle, 69, of Wadena, died unexpectedly Sunday, February 24, 2019, at his home in rural Wadena.

Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Volga with Rev. John Haugen officiating. Inurnment will follow at Wadena Cemetery with military rites provided by the American Legion of Wadena. Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 1^st at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Fayette and for one hour preceding services at the church on Saturday. Memorials may be made to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com.

Myron Joseph, son of Jack and Leonarda (Noterman) Nagle was born June 14, 1949, in Hayfield, Minnesota. He was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic Faith. Mick received his early education at St. Nicholas Catholic School prior to attending McKinley Jr. High School and graduated from Waterloo East High School in 1967. He served in the United States Army from 1967 during the Vietnam Conflict before being honorably discharged in 1971. 

On December 29, 1973, he was united in marriage with Susan Green at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Gilbertville. The couple made their home in  Evansdale until 1990, when they moved to their home in rural Wadena. Mick worked for over thirty years at John Deere & Co. in Waterloo as a pattern maker. In addition to working at John Deere, he also farmed. He was a long time member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Volga, the American Legion in Wadena where he was proud to serve as Commander for a period of time, Pattern Maker Union, and the Patriot Guard Riders. 

Mick loved being outdoors, whether it was fishing, hunting, camping, or raising vegetables in his garden. He had a strong affinity for the community of Wadena, and volunteered in many capacities, most notably being the community Santa Claus for many years.

Mick is survived by his three daughters, Mindra (Donald Richard) Balk of West Union, Holiday (Arturo) Nagle Zuniga of Los Angeles, California, and Darian (Jeremy Gamm) Nagle-Gamm of Iowa City; son-in-law, Jared Kent; seven grandchildren, Bradley (Samantha), Gary, and Joanne Balk, Alexandria and Miles Kent, and Anya and Sasha (aka Tasha) Gamm; father-in-law, Gary Weyland of Wadena, six siblings, John (Janis) Nagle of Waterloo, Mary (Jim) Ketels of Waterloo, Gary (Lorella) Nagle of Waterloo, Janet (Jeff) Everts of Waterloo, Jim (Jody) Nagle of Montezuma, Mark (Karla) Nagle of Washburn; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan who died January 14, 2017, daughter, Sabrina who died January 24, 2018; brother, Robert Nagle; and mother-in-law, Donna Weyland.

Vernon Arthur

Vernon H. Arthur, 68, of Waverly, Iowa, passed away suddenly on Thursday evening, February 21, 2019 at his home, of natural causes.

       Vern was born on December 15, 1950 in Oelwein, Iowa, the son of Donna (Meyer) and Earl Arthur.  He grew up on the Arthur family dairy farm near Maynard, Iowa.  He was confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Maynard and was active in 4-H, FFA, football, basketball and baseball.  Following graduation from West Central High School, in 1969, Vern attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha where he received a baseball scholarship as a pitcher.  Following his education, Vern began his lifelong career in the concrete construction industry.  He worked for Hawkins and Kiewit in Omaha before moving to Waverly Iowa in 1989.  In Waverly, Vern worked for Cedar Valley Corp., Rainbow Concrete and finally Croell Redi-Mix, where he was employed at the time of his passing.

            On October 6, 1979, Vern was united in marriage to his college sweetheart, Jo Ellen TeKrony in Omaha, Nebraska.  The couple was blessed with four sons.

            Vern grew up in a family of dairy farmers and never lost his love for the occupation.  Throughout his life he assisted, attended and was forever involved with dairy farming activities.  Vern was a master of concrete and a jack of all other trades.  As the master of concrete, Vern was consulted for many major projects over the years that included airport runways, wind turbine foundations and interstate highways in Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri.  As a jack of other trades, Vern’s talents included woodworking and landscaping for himself and anyone needing advice or assistance.  Vern loved coaching youth sports and watching his sons in their many sporting events.  He also enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren. 

            Vern is survived by his wife, Jo, four sons, Aaron (Danielle) of Charleston, West Virginia, Andrew (Kristen) of Conroe, Texas, Austin of Naples, Florida and Alex (Rachel) of Baytown, Texas; nine grandchildren, Gavin, Houston, Rowen, Peytin, Greyson, Colton, Hannah, Logan and Aubree; four sisters, Lois Eggerth of Cherokee, Iowa, Betty (Ernie) Cox of Prescott, Arizona, Joyce Geistkemper of Fayette, Iowa and Eleanor (Jim) Miner Hageman of Calmar, Iowa; three brothers, Rodney (Becky) Arthur of Loveland, Colorado, Myron (Janet) Arthur of Oelwein, Iowa and Jerry (Florida) Arthur of Norwalk, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jo’s parents; one sister, Eileen Arthur; and two brothers, Gene and Bernard; three brothers-in-law, Robert Eggerth, Jim Geistkemper and Brooks Miner; and one niece, Marcia Wilhelmi.

Visitation will be on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.            

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2019 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, with Pastor Carolyn Bowers officiating.  Vern’s body will be cremated after the funeral service.  Visitation will be on Thursday, February 28, 2019 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly, and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Vern Arthur Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 172, Waverly, Iowa 50677 or https://www.gofundme.com/manage/vernon-arthur-memorial-fund.

Online condolences may be left at www.kaisercorson.com.  Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly is assisting the family.  319-352-1187

Terry Bouska

Terry Martin Bouska, 56, of Hawkeye, Iowa, died on March 3, 2019, at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with stomach cancer.

His family includes his wife of 33 years, Marlene; three children: son Brandon (Taylor) of Tripoli, IA, son Cody (Nicole) of St. Lucas, IA, and daughter Allison (Payton) of Coralville, IA; three grandchildren, Amelia, Maggie, and Tarynn; mother, Doris Bouska of Hawkeye, IA; siblings Mike (Rhonda) Bouska of Hawkeye, IA; Ken (Mary) Bouska of Chatfield, MN; Connie (Ken) Gossling of Waucoma, IA; Bill (Jayne) Bouska of West Union, IA; Judy (Steve) Heyer of West Union, IA; Jan (Kevin) Hoheisel of Hiawatha, IA, and Julie (Nick) Taylor of Ontario, CA; and several nieces and nephews.

Terry was born November 20, 1962, in New Hampton, Iowa, son of Jim and Doris Bouska. He graduated from North High School in West Union in 1981. Terry worked for local construction companies prior to owning and operating Terry Bouska Construction for 20 years and later opening Hawkeye Metal Supply, where he worked up until the time of his illness. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and Holy Name Catholic Church. Terry enjoyed restoring his classic car, fishing, and time spent with his family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jim; father-in-law, Bernard Schmitt; brother-in-law, Paul Wagner; and nephews Jonathan Bouska and Brady Kuennen.

Friends may greet the family from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at the Waucoma Event Center at 308 Riverview Dr. West, Waucoma, Iowa. 

Mass of Christian burial will be held at Holy Name Catholic Church, West Union, IA, on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. with burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery – West Union, IA.

Memorial donations in Terry’s honor may be directed to his family.

Condolences may be left directly to the family by visiting www.IowaCremation.com under Obituaries.