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Obituaries

Henry A. Riessen (1883 - 1968)

Funeral services for Henry F. Riessen were held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig on Friday, August 30, 1968 with Rev. Carl Schmidt officiating. The organist was Mrs. Ray Schmidt. The choir sang, "I'm But a Stranger Here" and the congregation sang "Rock of Ages."

Henry Friedrich Riessen, son of Matthias and Minna (Petersen) Riessen was born August 19, 1883 in Otter Creek Township, Crawford County, Iowa where he also grew to manhood.

He was married to Dora Hollander on February 14, 1914 and after their marriage they lived on farms in Otter Creek Township until retiring to Schleswig in 1954. Here Mrs. Riessen died in January, 1960. In poor health in recent months, he was hospitalized at various times. He was taken to the Crawford County Hospital for the last time on August 13 and died there on Wednesday morning, August 28 at the age of 85 years and 9 days.

Survivors are five sons: Erwin of Schleswig, Earnie of Denison, Herbert from Schleswig, Henry Jr. of Harlan, Harold of Schleswig and one daughter, Dorothy of Schleswig; one sister Mrs. Edith Schagt of Perry, Iowa and a brother, George of Denison and 18 grandchildren.

His wife, one son who died in infancy, and two daughters, Delores and Viola preceded him in death as well as two sisters and three step-sisters.

Pallbearers were Rudie Koch, Donald Koch, LeRoy Schagt, Walter Jensen, Albrecht Koch and Meinhard Jaacks. Interment was made in the Morgan Cemetery.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert August Braase (1899 - 1972)

Herbert August Braase, son of Johannes and Dorothea Hansen Braase, was born Aug. 16, 1899 near Schleswig. He was baptized and confirmed in Frieden's Evangelical Church, now known as the United Church of Christ. He received his education in the country school and helped his parents and family with the farm work.

On Aug. 2, 1922 he married Esther Eggen of near Castana. This union was blessed with one son, Robert. Their occupation was farming and for several years they operated a dairy and had a milk route in Schleswig. In the mid 40s they moved to Schleswig where they operated an oil station. For a number of years Herbert served as Justice of the Peace.

Because of failing health in recent years his activities were limited and he was confined to his home most of the time.

Survivors are his son Robert, his daughter in law Luella, three granddaughters Colleen Bockelman of Omaha, Darla Quandt of Denison and Jena of Schleswig; a sister Emma, Mrs. Roland Struck and nephew Jerry Struck of Webster City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and his wife Esther.

Herbert dies in Crawford County Memorial hospital early Saturday morning, May 6, 1972. Funeral services were held at Sinn's Funeral Home and conducted by Rev. Harry Strong of the Denison United Presbyterian church on Monday morning, May 8, 1972.

Pallbearers were Ray Bumann, Paul Baer, Glen Evans, Otto Kuehl, Robert Vittitoe and Ted Schlimigen. Interment was in the Morgan Township Cemetery at Schleswig.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert Albert Rath (1904 - 1965)

Herbert Albert Rath was born Oct. 24, 1904 in Washington township, Crawford County. He was the son of John and Catherine Jurgensen Rath. He grew to manhood in Washington township having lived in the same home all his life.

On June 5, 1950 he was wed to Myrtle Christensen and since that time they have lived on the present farm home.

He had been in poor health in recent years and since November, 1964 had been hospitalized at various times. He was taken to the hospital on July 23 and since that time a patient there. He died Sept. 20 (1965).

Surviving are his widow, Myrtle; the following brothers and sisters, Otto, Robert, Werner, Mrs. Gertrude Christensen and Mrs. Carmen Beermann, all of Denison; Mrs. Elsie Svhoning, Norfolk, Neb.; Carl of Whittier, Calif.; Mrs. Clara Weller of Ute. Six brothers and three sisters preceded him in death.

He was baptized in infancy and confirmed in the Lutheran church. Funeral services were held at Zion Lutheran church in Sept. 16, Rev. C.W. Schmidt officiating. Mrs. Fred Rabe, organist, accompanied the Lutheran Ladies choir. Pallbearers were Mervin Arnold, Robert Arnold, Harold Beerman, Walter Beerman, Harry Martens, Jr., and Virgil Nehls. Interment was in the Crawford Heights Memory Gardens.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert Henry Christiansen (1911 - 1964)

Note: Only year of death written on newspaper clipping.

Funeral services for Herbert Henry Christiansen, 52, who died Saturday, were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the United Church of Christ at Mapleton. Rev. E.G. Otte, pastor, officiated. Burial was in the Grant township cemetery.

Mr. Christensen was born April 19, 1911, in Ida County, Iowa. He married Lorraine Baeth at Denison, Iowa on February 27, 1938. They lived in Battle Creek and Schleswig, Iowa before moving to Mapleton.

He had operated a service station there for several months and they had moved to a farm three miles northwest of Mapleton recently. He was a member of the Mapleton club and the United Church of Christ.

Survivors include the widow; a daughter, Mrs. Donald Dean of Sergeant Bluff; two sons, Kenneth of Omaha and Dean at home, two sisters, Mrs. Herbert Stier of Schleswig and Mrs. Ed Mohrhauser of Cushing, Iowa; four half-sisters, Mrs. Barney Riessen of Denver, Mrs. Frank Bierman of Pierson, Iowa, Mrs. Arnold Burow of Danbury, Iowa, and Mrs. Arthur Korner of Schleswig, and a half-brother, Herman Neubauer of Schleswig.

The pallbearers were: Adolph J. Neddermeyer, Carrol Steffen, Robert Creese, Raymond Abbe, Roy Jensen and Rudie Koch.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert Edward Jensen (1916 - 1969)

Herbert Edward Jensen was born Jan. 13, 1916 in Paradise Twp., Crawford County. He grew to manhood in the Charter Oak and Denison communities. After the death of his parents, in 1961 he did custom work in the vicinity of Denison. He died April 4 (1969) at the Denison Motel where he had been residing this winter.

He was baptized in infancy and later affiliated with the Zion Lutheran church at Denison by the rite of confirmation.

Survivors include two brothers, Meinert of Ricketts, Carl of Omaha, and a sister, Mrs.Raymond (Helen) Wiegel of Charter Oak. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Jensen.

Funeral services were held April 7 at 11 a.m. at the Huebner Funeral Home in Denison with Rev. C.W. Schmidt officiating. Hymns were sung by the Ladies Choir, accompanied by Mrs. C. W. Schmidt serving as organist. Pallbearers were Fred Strissel, Wayne McMinemee, Joseph Shields, John Shields, Bill Mullenger, Edward Hillhouse. Interment was in the Crawford Heights Memory Gardens in the Garden of Gethsemene.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert Fredrick Julius Christiansen (1902 - 1983)

Herbert Fredrick Julius Christiansen was born on June 10, 1902 in Boyer Township, Crawford County, the son of Fredrick and Pauline Tech Christiansen. He died on Nov. 4, (1983) at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison at the age of 81.

Herbert spent his formative years on a family farm. He received his formal education in the rural schools near his home. While still an infant, Herbert was baptized in the Lutheran faith at St. John's Lutheran Church in Charter Oak. Later during the years of his education he was confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ute.

On Sept. 14, 1921, Herbert was united in marriage to Agnes Meeves. Together they farmed in Boyer Township all of their working careers except for three years when they farmed near Charter Oak. In 1972, they moved to Charter Oak. Herbert was a Charter Member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Dow City.

In addition to his parents, Herbert was preceded in death by one daughter Barbara Jean.

Survivors include his wife Agnes of Dow City, one son Arthur Christiansen, of Omaha, Ne, one daughter, Lorraine, Mrs. Pat Brasel of Sioux Falls, S.D., and eight grandsons. Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Engen of Denison, Mrs. Emma Ohl of Dunlap and Mrs. Anna Miller of Austin, Minn, as well as other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Dow City. Burial was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Dunlap. The Rev. Paul Stengel officiated at the services. Mrs. Darrell Ketelsen served as organist with Ron Brasel grandson of Herberts as soloist. Hymns included How Great Thou Art and The Old Rugged Cross. Pallbearers were Maynard Ohl, Kenneth Engen, DeWayne Miller, Gailen Christiansen, Melvin Ronk and Don Garrett. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Huebner Funeral Home of Denison.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert A. Rickert (1909 - 1983)

Herbert A. Rickert was born on Jan. 17, 1909 in Schleswig, Iowa the son of August and Adelia Jochims. He died on Monday, March 14, 1983 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz. at the age of 74.

Herbert was baptized and later confirmed in the Friedens Evangelical and Reformed Church in Schleswig. He spent his formative years in the Schleswig community. He graduated from the Schleswig High School in 1926.

On Oct. 23, 1934, Herbert was united in marriage to Florence Leggett. Hebert served in the U.S. Navy during World War II for 37 months. After his release from the military he returned to Schleswig where he began his career with the U.S. Postal Service. At the time of his retirement in December of 1968 he was Postmaster of Schleswig.

In addition to his parents, Herbert was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife Florence of Schleswig, one son Philip and his wife Sandra of Kingwood, Tex., and two grandchildren, Stacey and Scott. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Hertha Wiese of Schaller and Mrs. Maye Carlton of San Bernardino, Calif.

Funeral services were held on Friday, March 18 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Church of Christ in Schleswig. Burial was in the Morgan Cemetery near Schleswig. The Rev. Fred Moore officiated at the services. Mrs. Dorothy Jessen served as organist with Mrs. Rubie Kastner as soloist. Hymns for the services included In the Garden and Abide With Me. Pallbearers and full military rites were provided by the Schleswig American Legion and V.F.W. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Huebner Funeral Home of Schleswig.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Herbert Carl Rothe (1920 - 1968)

Herbert Carl Rothe, son of William Rothe and Emma (Nemitz) Rothe, was born in Morgan Township, Crawford County, Iowa on Aug. 4, 1920. In early infancy he was baptized and later confirmed in the Lutheran Church at Schleswig, Iowa. His death occurred in Denison on June 9 (1968) at the age of forty seven years, ten months and five days.

He served with the armed forces of the nation during World War II, seeing action in the Pacific theatre of combat. The past 15 years he made his home in Denison.

Surviving his death are four children; Mrs. Cathy Vollriede, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; William, Carol and Connie of Denison; one sister, Mrs. Lydia Darling of Fort Dodge and three brothers; Edgar and Elmer of Denison and Ervin of Sioux City, Iowa.

His funeral service was held at the Huebner Funeral Home on June 13 with the Rev. Carl W. Schmidt officiating. Mrs. Fred Rabe served as organist with hymns being sung by the Lutheran Ladies Choir. Interment was made in St. John Lutheran Cemetery at Charter Oak with the following serving as pallbearers; August Nemitz, August Neubaum, Harold Schultz, William Nemitz, Marvin Neubaum and William Schultz.

Transcribed by: Sharon Kanne


Adam Robert Reisz (1919 - 2000)

Adam Robert Reisz was born September 29, 1919, the son of Gustav and Catherine Klemens Reisz. He died Wednesday, June 7, 2000 at the Denison Care Center in Denison, Iowa at the age of eighty.

Adam was born in Wheeling, West Virginia and moved to Chicago for a short time with his parents before moving to Shelby County. He received his education at St. Mary's Catholic School in Panama and a rural school near Defiance. After receiving his education, Adam helped on the family farm.

In 1941, Adam entered the United States Army and served in the Rhineland in Europe. He was decorated with the American Defense Service Ribbon, six overseas service stars, one service stripe, European-African-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon, one bronze battle star, good conduct medal and the Meritorious Unit Award. After receiving his honorable discharge October 9, 1945 he returned to Crawford County to farm until retiring in 1982.

Adam was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Denison, the Denison American Legion Post Number 8 and the Golden K KIWANIS. Adam was a kind and caring brother and uncle who enjoyed fishing and playing cards with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Peter Reisz in 1935, James Reisz and Tony Reisz, both in 1986.

Survivors include three sisters, Catherine Hanlin, of Schleswig; Margaret Manz and her husband, Gene of Council Bluffs; Lucille Eggers and her husband, Myron of Denison; two brothers, Robert Reisz Sr. and his wife, Laverne; Ralph Reisz and his wife, JoAnn, all of Denison; other relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, June 10, 2000 at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Denison, Iowa. Fr. Edward Murray served as Celebrant with burial at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in Defiance, Iowa. Jean Cornelius provided the organ accompaniment for Soloist Colleen Wessel and the St. Rose of Lima Choir. Pallbearers were: Robert Reisz Jr., Richard Hanlin, David Reisz, Steve Manz, Chris Manz and Ron Manz. Military Honors were Denison American Legion Post No. 8. A Legion of Mary Rosary was held at 4 P.M. and a Vigil Service at 7:30 P.M. on Friday at the Huebner Funeral Home. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the Parish Center, served by the Altar Guild. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

Transcribed by: Bob Kuehl


Adela Margaret (Zage) Holtman (1916 - 1999)

Adela Margaret Holtman was born August 27, 1916, the daughter of Bernard and Dora Jepsen Zage. She died at the Denison Care Center, Denison, Iowa, Wednesday, May 5, 1999 at the age of eighty-two.

Adela was born on a farm in Hanover Township, near Schleswig, Iowa and was baptized in Christ, September 5, 1920 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Schleswig and later confirmed there on March 20, 1932. She received her education at a rural school in Hanover Township.

On January 8, 1939, Adela was united in marriage to Carl Holtman at the Zion Lutheran Parsonage in Denison, Iowa. The couple settled on a farm south of Schleswig and were blessed with the birth of two daughters. They also farmed east of Schleswig until 1955, at which time they had a farm sale and moved to Denison.

Adela worked as a clerk at the Hyde's Variety Store, then she went to work for Jim O'Herron. She was employed by Pioneer Finance Company in Denison, the J.C. Penney Store and later owned and operated the Mode-O-Day Store for five years and subsequently working for Jim Streck at the Paint and Paper Store.

Adela was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Denison, their Dorcas Society and Quilter's Club. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed the company of her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing and quilting. In her leisure time, Adela enjoyed playing cards and was a member of several card clubs

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1984, and one brother Fred Zage in 1991.

Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Listamann and her husband, Delaine, Beverly Nelson and her husband, Kenneth Jr., all of Denison; four grandchildren, Debra Grossman of Carroll; Delaine Nelson of Manilla; David Nelson of Ida Grove; Darla Kruse of Alpha, Minnesota; five great-grandchildren, Justin Grossman, Melissa and Jessica Nelson, Allyson Kruse and Tasha Nelson, one sister-in-law, Lavern Zage of Denison; also many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 1:30 P.M., Saturday, May 8, 1999 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Denison, Iowa. Rev. Kurt Kaiser officiant the service and grave side rites held at the Crawford Heights Memory Gardens in Denison. Karen Kahl provided the organ accompaniment for soloist, Sue Roesner singing "How Great Thou Art" and "Amazing Grace" and congregational hymn "What a Friend We Have in Jesus". Those serving as pallbearers were: Walter R. Huebner, Delaine Nelson, Todd Grossman, Gilbert Nihsen, David Nelson and Kevin Kruse. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Dorcas Society. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

Transcribed by: Bob Kuehl


Adela M. (Brensel) Kropf (1910 - 1991)

Adela M. Kropf was born Dec. 6, 1910, on a farm in Hanover Township, the daughter of August and Sena Johannsen Brensel.

She was baptized July 6, 1911, at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison by the Rev. William Frese and was educated in a rural school near her home.

She married Roy Kropf Dec. 19, 1934, in Denison. They settled on a farm near Kiron and had one son. They remained on the farm until 1945 when the family moved to Denison. Adela was employed with several business firms in Denison, the most recent being the Morning Star Grocery Store. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Denison and the Zion Ladies Aid.

She died Thursday, Oct. 10, 1991, at Crawford County Memorial Hospital at age 80. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1981, a brother Ferd Brensel and a sister, Amanda Meggers.

Survivors include a son, Robert and wife Mary of Denison; three grandchildren, Jared and his wife Tammy of Denison, Jeffrey and Megan Kropf, both of Denison; a great-granddaughter, Lindsay; and a sister-in-law, Esther Brensel of Denison.

Services were held at 2 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14, 1991, at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison with Pastor Kurt Kaiser and Pastor Philip E. Bloch officiating. Interment was at Morgan Cemetery in Schleswig. The congregation sang "I'm But a Stranger Here," "Beautiful Savior" and "I Know that My Redeemer Lives" accompanied by Karen Kahl on the organ. Pallbearers were Le Roy Brensel, Wayne Brensel, Jared Kropf, Jeff Kropf, Gerald F. Best and Donald J. Groth. The Huebner Funeral Home of Denison was in charge of arrangements.

Transcribed by: Bob Kuehl


Agneta (Siemer) Jepsen (1915 - 1981)

Agneta Jepsen was born Dec. 10, 1915 at Dow City, the daughter of Herman and Gertrude Losch Siemer. She died Feb. 24, 1981 at St. Luke's Hospital, Sioux City, Iowa at the age of 65.

Agneta was raised on a farm in the Dow City community. She received her formal education in the rural schools near her home.

On June 19, 1935, Agneta was united in marriage to Walter Jepsen at Carroll. They made their home in the Schleswig community where they owned and operated a business. After Mr. Jepsen died in 1967, Agneta continued to operate her business until retirement.

Agneta was baptized on May 22, 1925 in the Christian faith, and later confirmed in the Lutheran faith. She was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig.

In addition to her husband, Agneta was preceded in death by her father and an infant daughter, Shirley Lee.

Survivors include her children, Barbara, Mrs. Palmer Moeller of Schleswig, Wayne Jepsen of Rock Rapids, Dick and Dale Jepsen, both of Denison and Nancy, Mrs. Larry Boyens of Kiron, her mother, Mrs. Gertrude Siemer of Manilla Manor and ten grandchildren. Also by four brothers, Frank Siemer of Princton, Mo., Joe Siemer and Ray Siemer of Denison and Bob Siemer of Omaha, Nebr. and four sisters, Ann, Mrs. Hans Groth of Pocatello, Ida., Caroline, Mrs. Everett Fertig of Odebolt, Eleanore Mattson of Denison and Bernadine, Mrs. Darriel Landgraf of Kiron.

Funeral services were held on Feb. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Schleswig. Burial was in the Morgan Cemetery near Schleswig. The Rev. Theodore Letzring officiated at the services. Pallbearers included, Arnold Jepsen, Carl Lamaack, Vernis Aldag, DeWayne Sonksen, Ray Abbe and LeRoy Bumann. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Huebner Funeral Home of Schleswig.

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A.J. Sinn (1914 - 1983)

A.J. Sinn, 68, a former vice president and until his death a director of the Farmers State Bank of Schleswig, died Wednesday, March 16, 1983, at Bryan Memorial Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska . He was a retired funeral director and co-owner of Schinco, Inc.

Sinn was born on May 29, 1914, to Dr. and Mrs. J.J. Sinn of Manning, Iowa, was christened and confirmed in the Lutheran Church, He was graduated from the Manning Public Schools, attended the University of Iowa and was graduated from the Williams Institute of Mortuary Science at Kansas City. He served his internship with O'Meara's of Des Moines and purchased a funeral home in Denison in 1940.

He was married to Fanchon G. Nelson on September 21, 1941. At the outbreak of World War II he was called into the Navy and served four years in the New Hebrides, South Pacific. He was associated with Grossman's of Charles City following the war and became owner of Sinns' of Schleswig in 1947. He affiliated with the Farmers State Bank in 1952 and retired from both professions in 1976.

Sinn was active in volunteer affairs all his adult life having served his community as president of the School Board for eight of his 15 year tenure, president of the Business Club, vice-president of the Lutheran congregation, president of its Men's Club and served as first president of Schleswig Sausage, Inc. He chaired the original Schleswig Zoning Commission; served as Community Chest chairman, 10 years; Town Council member; chairman Memorial Day services from its inception, 20 years; member of the Volunteer Firemen; Service Officer for the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, 25 years; treasurer, Annual Celebration Fund, 24 years; Community Club officer; V.F.W. Building Trustee.

He served as Master of Ceremonies for multiple community and district events including Schleswig Calf Show Days from its inception until 1976. He recently served as council advocate for town annexation.

He served his profession as president of the 10th District Funeral Directors Association and as director of the State Board of Governors. He was a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors, the Iowa Funeral Directors Association, the National Association of Bankers and Comptrollers, and the Crawford County Bankers Association.

Sinn served as vice president of the Crawford County Health Planning Council and as Chairman of Physician Recruitment. He was a working member of the Crawford County Arts Association, a life member of the county Historical Society, fundraiser for the Crawford County Hospital and for the Republican Central Committee.

He served his state in a volunteer capacity to the Federal Health Planning Systems Agency having been appointed by the Crawford County Supervisors, He was elected the 13-county Subarea Council's chairman for 6 years. He was appointed to the state commissions on Implementation and Project Utilization for Federal Funding and served on these commissions from their inception until 1981.

Sinn was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and two foster sisters .

He is survived by his wife Fanchon, two daughters, Karlon, Mrs. R.L. Glau of Spencer, Iowa, and Lindsay Sinn of Lincoln, Nebraska, one grandchild, KirstinG. Glau, three sisters, Mrs. A.M. MacLaughlin of Columbia, Maryland, Mrs. R.S. Erwin of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mrs. P.L. Norman of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and one brother, Karl W. Sinn of Ardmore, Oklahoma, and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held at Schleswig on Saturday, March 19, 1983, at Immanuel Lutheran Church with the Rev. Paul Wiegert officiating. Military honors preceded committal at the Oakland Cemetery in Denison. Honorary bearers were: E.W. Claussen, Larry Clausen, Jon Sailer, Alan Sedore, Norman Rossow, Craig Claussen, Robert Reimer, Edward Edsen, George Else, David Sunderman, Margaret Kohles, John Christensen, Robert Patterson, Walter A. Huebner, Dr. M.U. Broers, Harlan Buffum, Leonard Hollander, Arthur Hollander, Herbert Rickert, Russell Westphalen, Melvin Gustafson, Miss Julie Petersen, Mrs. T.A. Hollander, Mrs. Willie Jensen, Mrs. Hugo Jensen, Mrs. Frank Jensen, Mrs. Robert Christiansen, Mrs. Dale Jensen, Mrs. Dennis Bruhn and Mrs. J.A. Rohwer.

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Albert Carstens (1913 - 1996)

Albert "Kit" Carstens, son of Peter and Mary Peper Carstens, was born September 5, 1913, on a farm near Manilla, Iowa. He attended rural school, and graduated from Manilla High School with the class of 1931. After graduation he attended several short courses, continued working on the home farm, and was active in 4-H work.

On September 30, 1939, Kit was united in marriage with Maxine Farley. They were the parents of two sons, Jerry and Rick.

In 1940 Kit went to work for Peder Rasmussen who founded the Rasmussen Lumber Company. On January 1, 1959, Kit took the position of manager of the Farmers's Cooperative Lumber Company, retiring in 1975.

Since retirement, Kit was active in community affairs; he served as mayor of Manilla for twelve years. He was involved with the Manilla Development Corporation, Crawford County Compensation Board, Crawford County Landfill Commission, the board of Region XII, Community Club, and Chamber of Commerce.

Kit's wife, Maxine, passed away on April 21, 1975. On September 5, 1977, Kit was united in marriage with Verna Asmus Brady; Kit and Verna made their home in Manilla.

Kit had been in failing health, and died early Wednesday morning, May 22, 1996, at Manning General Hospital, Manning, Iowa, at the age of 82 years, 8 months, and 11 days.

Besides his first wife, Kit was preceded in death by his parents; a brother in infancy; two sisters: Melinda Carstens, and Florence Carstens; a brother, Melroy Carstens; and his son, Rick Carstens.

Kit is survived by his wife, Verna Carstens, of Manilla; a son, Jerry Carstens, and his wife, Kathy, of Wyoming, Iowa; a brother, Jr. Carstens, and his wife, Pat, of Manilla; sisters-in-law: Lucille Carstens of Manilla, Lydia Musfeldt of Manning, and Alma (Tootie) Vollmer, of Manning, five grandchildren, Kirt, Dana, Jeff, Jay and Lance Carstens; two step-grandchildren: Scott Harms and Brenda Leonard, one great-grandchild, and three step great-grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, May 25, 1996 at 11:00 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Manilla, Iowa. Officiating the service was Reverend Timothy Geitz. Music was provided by organist Ruth Joens with "Thou Light of Gentle Nations", "Creator Spirit, By Whose Aid", and "Be Still, My Soul". Interment was in the Nishnabotna Cemetery in Manilla, Iowa. Casketbearers were Jay Carstens, Roland Huebner, Mark Segebart, Kirt Carstens, Art Joens, and Jon Vennink. The family wishes to express their gratitude for your kindness evidenced in thought, word and deed.

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Albert H. Ewoldt (1915 - 1991)

Albert H. Ewoldt was born on Sept. 1, 1915, the son of Henry and Alvina Puck Ewoldt. He died on Tuesday, December 17, 1991 at the St. Joseph Hospital in Omaha at the age of 76 years.

Albert grew up on the family farm in Hayes Township near Manning. He received his education in a rural school near his home and subsequently worked with his family. He was baptized in Manning and confirmed in the Lutheran faith on March 27, 1946, at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison by Rev. C.W. Schmidt.

He was drafted into the Army in June of 1941 and served his country in World War II. In his distinguished service career, he fought with the Headquarters Battery of the 41st FA Battalion in: Algeria; French Moroccan Tunisian Sicilian Naples; Foggia Rome; Arno Southern France Rhineland Central Europe and received the Good Counduct Medal; Distinguished Unit Badge; the American Defense Service Ribbon for the European, Africian, Middle Eastern Theater, with one Silver Battle Star and three Bronze Battle Stars and five Overseas Service Bars and one Service Stripe.

After receiving his discharge in 1945, he returned home to Iowa and was united in marriage to La Verna Ullrich on Jan. 1, 1946 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. The couple farmed near Westside, and were blessed with the birth of five children. In 1952, they purchased a farm near Vail where they remained until moving to Denison in 1989.

Albert was a loving husband and a devoted father who enjoyed collecting pictures and figurines of horses and antique toys, and enjoyed visiting and having coffee with neighbors and friends. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Denison.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Dennis; one brother, Ralph; and one sister Edna Hester.

Survivors include his wife, LaVerna of Denison; two sons, Dale of Vail and Dean and his wife Barbara of Humbolt; two daughters, Diane Edgar and her husband George of Northbrook, Ill., and Darlys Ewoldt and her husband Sergio Baum of Chicago, Ill.; two -grandchildren, Amanda and Chris Ewoldt and one step-grandson, Gordon Edgar; two sisters, LuVerne Kohnekamp of Charter Oak and Aria Hansohn and her husband Walter of Kiron.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 21, 1991 at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. Rev. Kurt Kaiser and Rev. Philip E. Bloch officated the service and graveside rites held at the Crawford Heights Memory Gardens in Denison. Karen Kahl provided the organ accompaniment for soloist Larry Boeck singing, "The Old Rugged Cross" and "How Great Thou Art" and congregation singing "I Know that My Redeemer Lives." Pallbearers were: John Ehrichs, Arlo Clausen, Kevin Pedersen, Ralph Hansohn, Bruce Namanny and Jerald Kohnekamp. Military Honors provided by American Legion Post 65 of Vail. The family invited everyone to return to the church to join them in fellowship and lunch served by the Zion Ladies Aid. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Walter A. Huebner and Sons' Funeral Home in Denison.

Transcribed by: Bob Kuehl


Albert Igou (1910 - 1999)

Albert Igou was born February 24, 1910, the son of George and Susan Miller Igou. He died at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, Iowa on Wednesday, February 17, 1999 at the age of eighty-eight.

Albert was born in Dow City and received his education in a rural school near his home. After completing his education he worked as a farm hand and did some trucking.

On October 20, 1937, Albert was united in marriage to Edna Meggers at the Zion Lutheran Parsonage in Denison. The couple settled on a farm in Crawford County and were blessed with the birth of two sons. In 1964, Albert began driving a truck for Crawford County until his retirement in 1975.

Albert became a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Denison, through baptism and confirmation in April of 1959. He loved dining out and visiting with family and friends. In his leisure time he enjoyed playing cards and watching sports on television.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Edna on May 2, 1981. Survivors include two sons, Wayne Igou and his wife, Carol of Denison; Jerry Igou of Scottsburg, Indiana; three grandsons, Jarrod Igou of Des Moines; Dexter Igou and Lance Igou, both of Scottsburg, Indiana; five sisters-in-law, Elva Igou of Marcus; Buelah Igou of Minnesota; Mag Christiansen of Dow City; Irene Jepsen and her husband, Fred of Schleswig; Esther Namanny of Denison; one brother-in-law, Leonard Meggers of Dow City; other relatives and friends.

Private grave side services were held on Saturday, February 20, 1999 at the Dow City Cemetery, Dow City, Iowa. Rev. Kurt Kaiser and Rev. Daniel Gifford officiated the service and grave side rites. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

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Albert Schwieso (1916 - 1981)

Albert "Swede" Schwieso, son of August and Elvena Grage Schwieso, was born Dec. 13, 1916 in Shelby County. He died Aug. 14 (1981) at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison at the age of 64 years, eight months, and one day.

He was raised in Deloit and graduated from the Manilla High School in 1935. Albert entered the United States Navy in 1935, serving through World War II and eventually making the Navy a career.

Albert was united in marriage to Madonna McMahon on Nov. 18, 1940 at the Sacred Heart Church in Manilla.

After serving the Navy for 20 years, Albert worked at the Manilla Community Schools for 22 years, He retired in June, 1979. Albert was a member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Manilla, the American Legion Post 132, Manilla and the United States Submarine Veterans of World War II.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Frank; four sisters, Gertrude Smidt, Leona Schultz, Helen Krai and Florence Boger.

He is survived by his wife, Madonna, and the following children: Dennis of Waterloo, Mick, Mrs. Glen (Chris) Macumber, Mrs. Gerald (Pam), Mrs. Gerald Jurgensen, all of Manilla and Jeff of Carroll. Also, surviving are six grandchildren and two sisters, Ann Steffen of Vernal, Ut., and Ruber Wegner of Fresno, Calif.

Funeral services were held Aug. 17 at the Sacred Heart Church in Manilla. Father Robert Fangman officated the services. Interment was held at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jerry Boger, Chuch Rickert, Joe Kral, Virgene Schultz, Neil Pauley and Paul Joens. Ohde Funeral Home in Manilla was in charge of the arrangements.

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Albert Whitenack (1919 - 2000)

Albert Whitenack was born March 22, 1919, the son of William Henry and Grace McBride Whitenack. He died at the Willow Dale Care Center in Battle Creek, Iowa, on February 13, 2000 at the age of 80 years.

Albert was baptized and confirmed in 1949 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Gresham, Nebraska and attended country school in Garland, Nebraska.

On November 11, 1939, Albert was united in marriage to LaMorn Stegemann at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig. This union was blessed with the birth of eight children and the couple made their home on a farm between Charter Oak and Ricketts where he farmed for five years. The couple then moved to Gresham, Nebraska and continued to farm for nine years.

The couple then returned to Schleswig and Albert went to work for the Iowa Master Breeders for four years, then the Ida Grove Dairy and later, in 1963, the Crawford County Road Maintenance, where he remained for twenty-one years until his retirement in 1984.

He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig and was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who was always there when someone needed him. One of the highlights of Albert's life was celebrating his 60th wedding anniversary with his wife LaMorn. He loved working with wood, especially making wishing wells, playing cards, camping and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, Phyllis, Viola and Theo; two brothers, Everet and Lee and two sons, Howard Ernest and LeRoy Everet.

He is survived by his wife, LaMorn of Schleswig; four daughters, Marcella Buchanan and her husband, Tome of Windsor, Missouri, LaJune Pauley of Sioux City, Iowa, Ruth Ann Carstensen and her husband, Charles of Philip, South Dakota and Suzann Grace Ibach and her husband, Tim of Schleswig; two sons, William and his wife, Joy of Schleswig and Paul and his wife, Erla of Denison; twenty-one grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Ruth Johnson of Hayward, California and Margaret Nordmeyer of Seward, Nebraska; many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 15, 2000 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig. Rev. Merle Mahnken officiated the services and grave side rites held at Morgan Cemetery in Schleswig. Organist Marlene Hight provided the accompaniment for congregational hymns, "Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me", "Take My Life and Let It Be" and "Onward Christian Soldiers". Those serving as pallbearers were William Whitenack Jr., Heath Whitenack, Jake Helkenn, Randy Carstensen, Shane Whitenack, Dale Fertig and Tim Pauley. The family invited everyone in attendance to return to the church and join them in fellowship and lunch served by the Ladies Aid. The Huebner Funeral Home in Schleswig was in charge of arrangements.

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Bernard Sleister (1910 - 1989)

Bernard, son of Hero and Mabel Fuller Sleister, was born May 25, 1910, near Manilla, Ia. He attended school near his home.

On July 19, 1936, Brownie was united in marriage with Velma Ann Kuhl at the Methodist Parsonage in Moorehead, Minn. Three children were born to this union. In the late 1940's Brownie entered the United States Navy and after his medical discharge he returned to be with his family who remained in Manilla while he was in the service.

Brownie worked on road construction before and after his time in the navy, retiring in the spring of 1975. His wife died on June 1, 1975. Brownie was a member of the United Methodist Church and the American Legion.

In December of 1987, Brownie entered the Manning Plaza Nursing Home and a month later moved to the Manilla Manor Nursing Home. He had been in failing health for about a year and died on Monday, May 15, 1989, at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs at the age of 78 years, 11 months and 20 days.

Besides his wife, Brownie was preceded in death by his parents; two grandsons, Patrick Lauritsen and Jeff Nelson; two brothers and a sister-in-law : Russell Sleister and Floyd and Grace Sleister.

Brownie is survived by his children: Belva, Mrs. Dan Crooks of Orlando, Fla., Elden Sleister of Fairmont, Neb., and Janice, Mrs. Richard Lauritsen of Audubon; by eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters: Helen, Mrs. Robert Macki of Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Thelma Campbell of Harlan; by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Thursday, May 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Ohde Funeral Home in Manilla. Pastor Sushil Joseph of the United Methodist Church in Manilla officiated. Music was by Barbara Agan, organist and Kay Rutherford, vocalist, singing "The Lord's Prayer" and "Take My Hand, Precious Lord." Interment was in the Nishnabotna Cemetery at Manilla. Pallbearers were Ron Christensen, Ron Meisel, Larry Sleister, David Sleister, Eugene Sleister and Paul Lauritsen. Honorary pallbearers were Dennis Sleister and James Sleister.

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Bernice L. (Schroeder) Justice (1918 - 1989)

Bernice, daughter of Johannes and Clara (Kruse) Schroeder, was born Jan. 29, 1918, in Hayes Township, Crawford County, Ia. She grew to adulthood on her parents' farm and received her education in the rural school near her home.

On June 24, 1936, Bernice was united in marriage with George Justice. They made their home in the Botna area and were the parents of eight children.

Bernice moved to Manning in 1964. She attended the Calvary Baptist Church there and enjoyed being a companion and housekeeper to elderly people in her later years. During the past year, Bernice had been residing in Denison.

Bernice had been in failing health for two years before her death at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison on Monday, Aug. 7, 1989 at the age of 71 years, six months and nine days.

She was preceded in death by her parents; by a son, Dennis in 1949; and by a grandson, Rodney in 1971.

Bernice is survived by seven children: Jeanette Houston and her husband, Tom of Dow City, Roger Justice and his wife, Kay of Omaha, Neb., Wayne Justice and his wife, Arlene of Botna, Keith Justice and his wife, Joan of Minden, Joleen Bandow and her husband, Bud of Minden, Lynn Justice of Minden and Joann Bengford and her husband, Dave of Kiron;by 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; three brothers: Vernon and Merlin Schroeder of Denison and Wilbur Schroeder of Westside; two sisters, Gertrude, Mrs. Leonard Christensen of Stanton, Calif., and Phyllis, Mrs. Wayne Jans of Westside; by nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Ohde Funeral Home in Manning with Pastor Louis Miller of Calvary Baptist Church of Manning, officiating. Music was "How Great Thou Art" and "The Old Rugged Cross" by Joann Karsten and Georgia Lohrmann, vocalists and Janet Myer, organist. Interment was in Manning City Cemetery at Manning. Pallbearers were Bill LaValley, Michael Houston, Wes Dammann, Mark Croghan, Todd Justice and Nick Justice.

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Bernice Marie (Kohles) Stephens (1919 - 1996)

Bernice Marie Stephens was born on November 4, 1919 at Defiance, Iowa, the second of eleven children of Charles and Rose Kohles. She attended rural schools and after an eighth grade education she helped with the younger children and also helped out as a hired girl at their neighbors.

She married William B. Kelm on December 29, 1941 and they had one daughter, Maryann. In 1955 they moved to California where she was employed by Hughes Aircraft for twenty years. In 1976, Bill and Bernice returned to Iowa and Bill passed away in 1979. She married Arlis C. Stephens on March 28, 1981 and they lived on the farm south of Dow City.

She is survived by her husband, Arlis, one daughter, Maryann and, husband, Richard Brown of Dow City, her second family, John and Linda of Dow City, Jim and Sue of rural Dunlap; Phillip and Donna of Denison; Mike and Paula of Dow City, Pat and Michelle of Boise, Idaho; Michele and Russ Steffen of Dow City, and Susan and Gary Thaman of Phoenix.

Also sixteen grandchildren; two step-grandson; and three great-grandchildren; four sisters, Francis and Jim Turner of Grand Junction, Colorado; Mary and Don Bonar of Grand Junction, Colorado; Luella and Ray Lansink of Ida Grove; and Darlene and Laurence Clausen of Ida Grove; four brothers, Charles and Pat Kohles of Temecula, California; Bernard and Helen Kohles of Grand Junction, Colorado; Melvin and Eunice Kohles of Grand Junction, Colorado; and Don and Bertha Kohles of Juarez, Mexico; many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and a large host of friends.

There were four F's that were important in her life, Family, Friends, Flowers and Fussing. She'd always say "I'm not making a fuss. Would you like a cup of coffee, a cookie or a glass of Kool-Aid?" and no matter how many times you said "No", she just kept bringing more and more goodies from the cupboard, refrigerator or the freezer.

In the end, the heart that was big enough to hold everyone was not strong enough to keep her body going. She passed away on September 30, 1996 at the Methodist Hospital in Omaha on a beautiful fall day with a warm breeze that would have been just the kind of day she would have loved.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, four infancy children, and two sisters, Josephine and Margaret.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, October 3, 1996 at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Dow City. Clergy officiating the service were Fr. Ben Jensen, Fr. Andrew Hoffmann, Fr. John Cain and Rev. Richard Russell with interment at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Cemetery in Denison, Iowa. Judy Thams and Jeanette Kuhlman provided the service music. Soloist, Orval Rocker sang "One Day at a Time" and "Ave Marie"; St. Mary's Choir led the congregational singing of "On Eagle's Wings", "Hail Mary, Gentle Women" and "Be Not Afraid". Servers were: Chrissy Stephens and Lindy Steffen. Gift Bearers were: Shari Frazier, Stephanie Brown and Greg Brown. Those serving as pallbearers weie: Bruce Lansink, David Stephens, Jeff Stephens, Chad Stephens, Chad Clausen and Ronald Kelm.

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Betty (Schneller) Jepsen (1917 - 1973)

Mrs. Betty Jepsen, 56, of Deloit, died November 21, at St. Anthony's Hospital in Carroll. Services were held at 2 p. m. November 24, 1973, at Maxwell Funeral Home in Denison with the Rev. Vernon Dorn officiating. Burial was in Oakland Cemetery at Denison.

Mrs. Jepsen, the former Betty Schneller, was born October 10, 1917, at Denison. She lived in the Denison and Deloit areas all of her life. She had been a cook at Cronk's Cafe in Denison.

Survivors include two sons, T. Sgt. Melvin Jepsen and Airman Lonnie Jepsen of Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana; a daughter Gloria of Denison; her mother, Mrs. Cena Schneller of Denison; three brothers Walter and Vernon of Columbia, Missouri and Henry of Deloit; three sisters, Mrs. Clarence (Elsie) Schiernbeck of Carroll, Mrs. Gilmer (Hilda) Gottsch of Westside and Mrs. Herbert (Lillian) Schultz of Kiron, and three grandchildren.

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Betty Wilhelmina (Blume) Miller (1916 - 1999)

Betty Wilhelmina Miller was born March 17,1916, the daughter of William and Edna Girard Blume. She died at the St. Joseph Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska on Monday, December 13, 1999 at the age of eighty-three.

Betty was born in Dow City, Iowa and received her education in a rural school near her home.

On October 29, 1936, Betty was united in marriage to Bernard Miller Sr. at the Friedens Evangelical Reformed Church in Schleswig, Iowa. The couple settled on a farm near Battle Creek, where they lived for five years. After moving to a farm near Denison, they later moved to a farm near Wall Lake, until 1946, when the couple moved to Denison.

Betty was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and was especially fond of fern leaf peonies. Betty also enjoyed collecting salt and pepper shakers, baking cookies and Christmas donuts. In her leisure time she loved fishing, vacationing and attending garage sales.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one son, Charles in 1964.

Survivors include two sons, William Miller and his wife, Lois of Charter Oak; Bernard (Butch) Miller Jr. and his wife, Renee of Denison; two daughters, Edna Malone and her husband, Ivan of Dow City; Marie Blackman and her husband, Barry of Denison; sixteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Virginia Blume of Dunlap; two brothers, Joe Blume of Dunlap; William Blume and his wife, Raedean of Storm Lake; one sister-in-law, Deloris Miller of Yakima, Washington; many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 16, 1999, at the Huebner Funeral Home in Denison. Rev. Thomas Buzbee officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Dunlap, Iowa. Organist Karen Kahl provided the accompaniment for soloist Julie Kelm as she sang "The Old Rugged Cross", and "Amazing Grace". Those serving as honorary pallbearers were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Those serving as pallbearers were:Tyson (T.J.) Blackman, Henry Klockgether, Barry Blackman, Craig Miller, Kyle Miller and Kroy Miller. The family invited everyone in attendance to the Dow City Community Building for fellowship and lunch. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

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Byron Behrman (1918 - 1990)

Byron Behrman, age 71, of Schleswig, Iowa died May 30, 1990 at his home. He was born June 3, 1918 in Schleswig, the son of Hans and Emma Lorenzen Behrman. He was a member of the United Church of Christ of Schleswig.

Byron graduated in 1938 from the Schleswig High School, and attended business school in Chillicothe, Missouri. He was a veteran of WW II.

Byron married Charlotte Radcliffe-Cadman of Orlando. Florida on June 1, 1943. They had three children. He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson, Billy Behrman.

Survivors include his wife; three sons and daughters-in-laws: Robert and Rosemary Behrman of Shambaugh, Iowa; Richard and Donna Behrman of Clinton, North Carolina and David and Carol Behrman of Vermillion, South Dakota; six grandchildren; and one sister, Lois, Mrs. Lorenz Ipsen of Des Moines, Iowa.

Byron was a well known winemaker and charter member of the Schleswig Wine Club. He was a member of the Basic Fund, Community Betterment, Izacc Walton League, V.F.W., American Legion, and a retired businessman of Schleswig.

Funeral services were held Saturday, June 2, 1990 at 10:30 a.m., at the United Church of Christ In Schleswig with Rev. Marty Healy officiating. Interment was in the Morgan Cemetery at Schleswig. Mrs. Evelyn Johnson was organist for the congressional hymns, "Nearer, My God, to Thee" and "Abide With Me". The American Legion and V.F.W. Post No. 3930 of Schleswig were the acting pallbearers. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Walter A. Huebner and Son's Funeral Service of Schleswig, Iowa.

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Carl Fahrnow (1910 - 2002)

Carl Fahrnow was born August 18, 1910, the son of Herman and Hattie Fahrnow. He died Sunday, July 21, 2002 at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, Iowa at the age of ninety-one.

Carl was born in Ricketts, Iowa and was baptized and confirmed in Christ. He received his education in a rural school near his home. Carl made his home in the Schleswig area until moving to Eventide Lutheran Home in 1992.

He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and V. F. W. Post 645 of Schleswig. He was a reserved man who enjoyed socializing and playing cards.

Carl was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, James. Survivors include two cousins, Amanda Krueger of Denison and Clara Krouch and her husband, Harold of Irwin.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 25, 2002 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig, Iowa. The Rev. Lee R. Mentink officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Morgan Cemetery in Schleswig. Marlene Hight provided the organ accompaniment for soloist, Rubie Kastner singing "On Eagle's Wings" and "Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound". Military Honors and serving as pallbearers were the American Legion Post No. 645, Schleswig, Iowa. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Ladies Aid. The Huebner Funeral Home in Schleswig was in charge of arrangements.

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Carl Henry Meyer (1914 - 1997)

Carl Henry Meyer was born on February 9, 1914, the son of Charlie and Marie Miller Meyer. He died on February 8, 1997 at Eventide Home for the aged, Denison, Iowa at 83 years of age.

Carl was born on the family farm east of Denison, Iowa and was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. He received his education in the rural school near the farm home and continued at the Denison School graduating in the Class of 1933.

On October 11, 1933, Carl was united in marriage to Nellie Ackelbein of Denison, in a ceremony that took place in Omaha, Nebraska. To that union 3 sons
and 3 daughters were born.

Carl's occupation was farming, he was a grain and hog farmer, taking pride in his livestock and farming practices. The first few years of their marriage saw them living on rental farms until they bought a farm 1 1/2 miles west of Denison, just west across the river from what is now IBP. From that home all six children were raised. In 1976 Carl and Nellie built a new home 3 miles east of Denison. Carl lived there until June 1, 1992, when he entered the Eventide Lutheran Home in Denison, Iowa.

In 1966 Carl put in a Mobile home park on his farm bordering highway 30. He kept very busy with it's creation and upkeep. A few years later he expanded it, resulting in a 27 unit park, called "Meyer's Mobile Home Park". Upon his retirement from farming, he rented his land to his son-in-law, Bob Kroll. Through Bob, Carl kept his connection with farming, helping whenever he wanted.

Carl was a member of Zion Lutheran Church all of his married life. During the time Carl's children were in country school, he was a director of the country school in their district. He was appointed to the Board of Appraisers for Crawford County and served for several years. He was active in his political party for many years, and belonged to different farming organizations. Carl and his wife traveled a lot, they enjoyed many vacations together, with their travels taking them all over the states and abroad.

He was preceded in death by an infant brother in 1912, his father in 1963, his mother in 1978, and daughter Sheila Jeschke in 1983.

Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Nellie of Denison, Iowa; five children: Richard Meyer and wife Marcia of Denison, Iowa; Robert Meyer and wife, Shirley of Seattle, Washington; Karen Bretey and husband Gerald of Yankton, South Dakota; son-in-law Jerry Jeschke of Houston, Texas; John Meyer and wife Judy of Denison, Iowa; and Annie Kroll and husband Bob of Charter Oak, Iowa. Also 16 grandchildren: Cindy Mathies, Jeff Meyer, Carla Meyer, Simmone Dubois, Tony Meyer, Jeannie Milner, Sherry Smith, Scott Bretey, Steve Bretey, Stacie Palmer, Pam Coronado, Shari Leinbaugh, Julie Meyer, Sheila Hansen, Terri Musser, and Wendi Kroll; plus 18 great grandchildren, two sisters, Eleanor Cameron of Seligman, Missouri; and June Meyer of Minneapolis, Minnesota; one niece, Eleanor Bishop and husband, Russell of Seligman, Missouri; one nephew, Melvel Cameron and wife Betty of Texas.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, February 12, 1997 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Denison, Iowa. Rev. Kurt Kaiser and Rev. Daniel Gifford officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Oakland Cemetery in Denison. Karen Kahl provided the organ accompaniment for soloist, Henry Henningsen singing "How Great Thou Art" and "On Eagle's Wings" and congregational hymn "Just as I Am, Without One Plea". Those serving as honorary pallbearers were: Russell Bishop, Harold Stender, Louie Gehring, Vince Keating, Paul Dozler and Bud Barnes. Pallbearers were: Dick McCollough, Harold Lorenzen, Roger Kinsinger, Dewey Neppl, Bob Hinners and Verdell Brus. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Dorcas Society. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

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Carl Peter Brus (1910 - 1995)

Carl Peter, son of Henry T. and Anna Eggers Brus, was born March 17, 1910 near Summit, South Dakota. In his infancy the family moved to a farm just north of Aspinwall, Iowa; later the family moved to a farm west of Manilla. Carl was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church. Manilla, Iowa.

On February 16, 1935 Carl was united in marriage with Marie Jahn. They started their life together on a farm northwest of Manilla; in 1942 they moved to a farm north of Aspinwall and lived there for 53 years.

Carl had been in failing health and moved to the Manilla Manor Nursing Home in February of this year. He died there on Monday evening, September 18, 1995 at the age of 85 years, 6 months, and 1 day.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers: John, Henry, Edward, Hugo, and Melvin; and by two sisters in infancy: Elsie and Catherine.

Survivors include his wife, Marie, of Manning; two daughters: Beverly ajid her husband, Kenneth Graves, of Perry, and Bonnie and her husband, Alan Lorenzen, of Manilla; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Edna, and her husband, William Lohrman, of Manilla, and a sister-in-law, Elvera Brus, of Denison; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Carl was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Manilla, where he served on the church council for 35 years, including 27 as president. He also served as director and president of the Hayes Township #8 school board, and of the Aspinwall Co-op.

Services were held on Thursday, September 21, 1995 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Manilla, Iowa with Pastor Timothy Geitz officiating. Lori Asmus served as organist for the congregation singing "Lift High The Cross", "Jesus Lives! The Victory's Won", and "I Know That My Redeemer Lives." Interment was in the Manning City Cemetery in Manning, Iowa. Casketbearers were grandchildren Dean Graves, David Graves, Michael Lorenzen, Denis Graves, Dawn Lorenzen and Debra Birks. The family wishes to express their gratitude for your kindness evidenced in thought, word, and deed.

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Carl Robert Bohlmann (1910 - 1997)

Carl Robert Bohlmann was born June 4, 1910, the son of August and Lydia Fester Bohlmann. He died Wednesday, February 5, 1997 at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison at the age eighty-six.

Carl was baptized in Christ in 1910 and later confirmed on April 5, 1925 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Soldier Township, Charter Oak, Iowa by Rev. Otto Von Gemmingen. He received his education in a rural school near his home and the Immanuel Lutheran School, Soldier Township.

August 22, 1935, Carl was united in marriage to Hildegard Gloede, daughter of Titus and Lillian Gloede. The couple made their home on a farm near Ricketts, where they farmed Carl's family farm, until retiring in 1975, making their home in Charter Oak. The couple were blessed with the birth of four sons, Virtus, Larry, Paul and DuWayne.

Carl was a devoted member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, their Voter's Assembly, Lutheran Laymen's League and served as a trustee for many years. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who loved farming, fishing and camping with family and friends. In his leisure time Carl enjoyed raising roses, woodworking, and socializing at the Charter Oak Senior Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sons, Larry and Paul, two sisters, Esther and Edna, and three brothers, Raymond, Erwin and Elmer. Carl's wife, Hildegard died soon after learning of Carl's death.

Survivors include two sons, Virtus of Charter Oak and DuWayne of Denison; one sister, Irma Maas of Schleswig; three sisters-in-law, Mildred Bohlmann of Schleswig; Irene Bohlmann of Denison; Lois Duncan and her husband, Jack of Denison and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Eunerai services were held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, February 8, 1997 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Soldier Township, Charter Oak, Iowa. Rev. Eugene Ernst officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Charter Oak. Brenda Christiansen provided the organ accompaniment for congregational singing "Lift High the Cross", "I'm But a Stranger Here" and "I Know That My Redeemer Lives." Pallbearers were Ernest Poggensee, Greg Steenbock, Lawrence Meseck, Murlyn Aronson, Art Bohlmann, James Slechta, Jason Maas and Leon Maas. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Ladies Aid. The Huebner Funeral Home in Charter Oak was in charge of arrangements. The family would like to acknowledge the prayers, memorials, flowers, food and cards of sympathy and politely thank each and everyone for their kind considerations. Rather than acknowledging each with a card of thanks, the family would prefer using the money for postage as a memorial in the names of Carl and Hildegard for other useful causes.

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Henry Christian Schneider (1894 - 1972)

Henry Christian Schneider, son of William and Emma (Lochmiller) Schneider, was born January 3, 1894 in East Boyer Township, Crawford County, Iowa. He grew up here and attended the public schools and the Lutheran School for two years. He was confirmed in Zion Lutheran Church of Denison. He was baptized in infancy.

He was married to Alma Kahler on December 21, 1918, at Clinton, Iowa. After their marriage they resided on the farm in East Boyer Township until retiring to make their home in Denison in 1954, where Mrs. Schneider preceded him in death on March 23, 1966. He had been in poor health in recent months, being hospitalized from May 30 to June 13 and from July 23 to August 7.

He was taken to the Eventide Home on August 7 (1972), and died the following day at 9:30 in the evening. His funeral services were held on August 11, at the Zion Lutheran Church with the Rev. Carl W. Schmidt officiating. Mrs. Fred Rabe served as organist and songs were sung by soloist Henry Henningsen.

Interment was made in the Lutheran Cemetery with the following pallbearers: Mervin Arnold, Paul Denker Jr., John Lorenzen, James Mander, Virgil Nelson, and John Steckelberg.

Mr. Schneider was active in Township affairs and served for many years with the ASCS. He was also active in the Lutheran Church at Denison, having served as elder for seven years.

He is survived by one daughter, Dorothy, Mrs. Leonard Fritz and one son Vincent both of Denison. He survived by six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Alma, by two brothers, Arthur and Rudolf and two sisters, Ella and Hilda and by his parents. Mr. Schneider was a member of the Denison Newspapers 70-year Club.

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Glen McMillan (1918 - 1979)

Glen "Dale" McMillan, 61, of 200 N. W. 3rd Ave., Pine Island, Minnesota, died Friday, June 15, 1979, of a heart attack at Rochester St. Marys Emergency.

Mr. McMillan was born April 27, 1918 in Brunswick, Nebraska. He later married Marjorie Kunze, September 3, 1939, at Charter Oak, Iowa. Dale was in business in Schleswig at one time, leaving in 1957.

In addition to his wife, survivors are his daughter Jan Hellige (Mrs. Michael), Sioux City, Iowa and son, Dennis McMillan, Milford, Iowa, and three grandchildren. Also a sister, Mrs. Roy (Lucille) Weece, Cottonwood, Arizona.

Mr. McMillan served with the U. S. Navy in World War II and was a member of the American Legion in Pine Island. He had a tavern business in Iowa until seven years ago. Mr. McMillan also owned and operated Dale's Recreation in Pine Island, retiring May 1, 1979.

The funeral was held Tuesday, June 19, 1979, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with the Rev. Carl G. Klein officiating. Mrs. Harold Klingsporn was the organist. Pallbearers were Gary Benson, Dale Hahn, Chas. Lenn, Harold Kundert, Eugene Jackson, Al Youngkrantz. Interment was at the Pine Island Cemetery.

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Darold W. Lee (1915 - 2004)

Darold W. Lee was born December 26, 1915, on a farm near Ute, Iowa, the son of Frank and Euretha Jones Lee. He died on Thursday morning, March 18, 2004 in the Crawford County Memorial Hospital, Denison, Iowa, at the age of 88.

As a young child, he moved with his parents to a farm near Castana, Iowa, where he graduated from high school in 1933; After graduation from high school, he worked in the Los Angeles area for a short time.

Darold and Frieda Meyer were united in marriage on April 12, 1939. They moved to Battle Creek, Iowa, where he fanned with his father for one year. After a year, Frieda's father died and they moved to the Meyer family farm northwest of Ricketts. Darold and Frieda were blessed with the birth of three children: Lowell, Loren, and Dwayne. They lived on the farm until 1984, when they moved to a new home in Schleswig. Frieda died in 1991. Darold was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Darold led an active life. As a successful farmer and cattle feeder, he specialized in feeding premium Angus cattle. This was largely the result of a buyer coming to the farm from New York in 1941, resulting in a business relationship whereby all of Darold's cattle, when fat, were sent to the stockyards in Chicago, purchased there by the buyer and then onto the same packing house in New York. This arrangement lasted more than 30 years. Darold retired from farming, but remained actively involved in the farming business with his sons until his death.

Besides being a farmer, Darold was a member of many organizations and businesses. He served as a Director for the Farmers Savings Bank in Ricketts, the Eventide Lutheran Home, and the Schleswig Community Schools. He was School Board President, chairman of the Crawford County Zoning Board, and an organizer for the Crawford County Cattlemen's Association.

Darold and Frieda became members of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Soldier Township, and later transferred to St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Ricketts. When he and Frieda moved to Schleswig, they transferred to Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig. Besides his many other activities, he was especially active in his church.

Darold especially enjoyed listening to and playing music. At various times, he played the banjo or the guitar in a band, and participated in many variety shows. In later life, he particularly enjoyed entertaining by playing his harmonica at a variety of events, including many nursing homes.

On August 28, 1993, he married Dorothy Henniges, of Sumner, Iowa The couple spent over ten wonderful years alternating between winters in Arizona and summers in Schleswig and Sumner. This very happy union added three daughters and one son four spouses, and many grandchildren to his family. He was very devoted to his wife and both families, and cherished time spent with their children and grandchildren. Darold looked upon his wife and family with great pride, and enjoyed the close relationships shared by everybody. However, he was especially proud of and gained much personal joy from his grandchildren and their accomplishments, and the very special relationships he held with each one of them.

He is survived by his wife Dorothy, three sons: Lowell and wife, Judy, of Mapleton; Loren and wife, Marlene, of Mapleton; Dwayne and wife, Connie, of Charter Oak. Also, four stepchildren: Kenneth Henniges and wife, Janet, of Sumner, Iowa; Sharon Kasermeier and husband, Kenneth, of Sumner; Joyce Dedor and husband, Roger, of Dunkerton, Iowa; and Marilyn Koenig and husband, Howard, of Pensacola, Florida.

Also, nine grandchildren: Kristin Jans and husband, Eric, of Chicago, Illinois; Karla Lee of Chicago; Kathy Pithan and husband, Mike, of Anthon; Evan Lee and wife, Terri, and son Spencer of Lincoln, Nebraska; Andrea O'Brien and husband John, and sons Xavier and Zane of Kirksville, Missouri; Air Force Staff Sergeant Ryan Lee of South Korea; Darren Lee and wife, Jenn, and son Dawson of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Derek Lee and fiance, Amy Minshall, of Sturbridge, Massachusetts; and Dane Lee and wife, Stacy, and son Marcus of Schleswig, Iowa; and by 11 step-grandchildren, 20 step great-grandchildren, and two step great-great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by two brothers: Francis Lee and his wife, Irene, of Charter Oak; and C. Stuart Lee and his wife, Katheryn, of Battle Creek; two sisters: Naomi Kahrs of Mapleton, and Ruby Schafer of Sioux City; two sisters-in-law, Jane Lee and Vera Lee; one aunt, Vivian Lee of Mapleton; and many other relatives and friends. Darold was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Frieda, one sister, Norma Jean Divito, and three brothers, John Lee, Veryl Lee, and Elvin Lee.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2004 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig, Iowa. Rev. Merle Mahnken officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Morgan Cemetery in Schleswig. Marlene Hight provided the organ accompaniment for Darren Lee, Jenn Lee and Dane Lee singing "The Lord's Prayer" and for congregational hymns "How Great Thou Art", "Just a Closer Walk With Thee" and "Lift High the Cross". Honorary Pallbearers were Andrea O'Brien, Kathy Pithan, Amy Minshall, Kristin Jans, Stacy Lee, Terri Lee, Karla Lee and Jenn Lee. Pallbearers were: John O'Brien, Mike Pithan, Derek Lee, Darren Lee, Eric Jans, Evan Lee, Ryan Lee and Dane Lee. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Ladies Aid.

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Donald Hartley Dodge (1914 - 1994)

Donald Hartley Dodge passed through this earthly life on Saturday, March 26, 1994, at his Denison home, ending a courageous 19 year struggle to overcome the effects of strokes and aneurysm.

He was born September 18, 1914, in Duluth, Minnesota, the eldest child of Alice Adeline Anderson and Harry Lawrence Dodge. Raised in southern Minnesota, he was a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where he met Ruth Eleanor Gruver.

Don and Ruth were married September 24, 1938, and moved to Iowa in 1942. He was a county agent for Ida County, and was heavily involved in the 4-H program and the Ida County Fair, and helped 4-H members show their cattle in Chicago and Denver.

In 1948 he opened the D.H. Dodge Implement Co. in Schleswig, which he ran until 1964. During the 50's he served as Schleswig's town clerk, and also served for a time on the Crawford County Board of Education. He was very much involved in the boy scout program, serving in several capacities, including scoutmaster. He was himself an Eagle Scout. At the time he attained Eagle rank in 1928, he was the youngest Eagle Scout in the State of Minnesota.

After he closed the implement business, he took a position with the state of Iowa, Employment Security Division, where he was working as manager of the Denison office until his health failed in 1975.

Ruth died in 1969. On March 21,1970, Don married Helen Van Arsdol Adamson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They made their home on a farm north of Denison. Don was a life-long avid reader, often getting through six books within a week.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Denison, Abu Bekr Shrine temple in Sioux City and the Sylvan Masonic Lodge No. 507 AF and AM in Denison.

Don is survived by his best friend, caregiver and wife Helen of Denison; children: John and wife Lois Dodge of Ellsworth, Wisconsin, Ruth and husband, Kenneth D. Lame of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Ann Winans of Vinton, Iowa; grandchildren: Gene and Karla Dodge, K. Philip, Jon and Michonne Lame and Nolan Winans; step-children: Virgie Deiber of Denison, Verle and husband Ron Weiss of Lake Manawa, Iowa, Vivian and husband, Jerry Willis of Holden, Missouri, and Terry and wife Beverly Adamson of Tampico, Illinois; step-grandchildren: Blake and Kathie Jo Deiber; Dana Petersen, Denton and David Weiss; Troy and Gavin North; Terry Lee, Jonnette, Julie, Tressa, Jeanie, Jared, Aaron, Eileen, Joleen and Alicen Adamson, Wendy Thiriot and Dawn Knutsen; and 10 step-great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother Robert L. and wife Ethel Dodge of Park Rapids, Minnesota, and six nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Ruth, two infant granddaughters, infant brother and step-brother Robert (Jim) Beal.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 28, 1994 at the First United Methodist Church in Denison, Iowa with Dr. Edward Peterson officiating the service and graveside rites held at the Morgan Cemetery in Schleswig, Iowa. Rev. Glenn Rankin provided the organ accompaniment for soloist, Henry Henningsen singing "Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound" and "In the Garden".

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Donald L. Lindstrom (1919 - 2004)

Donald L. Lindstrom was born on a farm in Sac County north of Kiron, Iowa, July 31, 1919, the son of George Leonard and Ellen Elizabeth Ogren Lindstrom. He was raised on the farm with his siblings, Vivian, Wes, Bette, Bob and Dennis. He received his early education in the rural schools of Sac County where he won the Sac County Spelling Bee before being graduated from the Kiron High School with the Class of 1936. Graduating in the midst of the Great Depression he did day labor on area farms earning a dollar a day.

On March 28, 1941, Don was united in marriage with Velma M. Hollander at the Little Brown Church at Nashua. Iowa. They made their first home in rural Kiron and became the parents of their first child, Jerry.

On January 18, 1943, in the midst of World War II, Donald entered the United States Army Air Force where he served as a Staff Sergeant. It was during his time in the service that their daughter, Pat was born. Don was trained as Top Turret Gunner and was sent to the European Theatre flying missions, which included bombing support for the Normandy Invasion, northern France and Rhineland for which he was awarded four bronze stars.

Upon his discharge September 23, 1945. he returned to Kiron and son Jim was born to complete their family. In 1946 Don started Lindstrom Oil Company in Kiron expanding into selling Studebakers, used cars, fuels and farm chemicals. In 1981 he retired and sold the business to his son Jim.

During his retirement years Don and Velma traveled extensively. In later years his travels were limited mainly to the coffee group at the Quik Mart. Don was a lifelong resident and active supporter of the Kiron Community, having served on the town council, was town mayor for eight years, was a member of the Board of Directors of the Kiron State Bank and was Honorary Grand Marshall for the Town of Kiron Centennial Celebration.

Being proud of his time serving his country, Don was a member of and served in various offices of the American Legion Post 383, Kiron. Iowa. On October 22, 2001, Don was very pleased to receive recognition at the Thank You America reception from the government of France.

In addition to his community and service organizations, church was very important to Don. He was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in Kiron where through the years he served on various boards. In his spare time.he enjoyed spending time with his family, attending their various activities and his hobby of being an all around "handy man". He had been blessed to enjoy 63 years of a happy married life with "his best friend".

Donald died early Wednesday, December 29, 2004, at Eventide Lutheran Home in Denison where he had resided for one week. At the time of his death he had been blessed with 85 years, 4 months and 28 days.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers: Warren in infancy and Robert and Wesley Lindstrom: two sisters: Vivian Person and Bette Middleton; and a grandson, Parker Getter.

Those remaining to cherish his memory include his wife Velma Lindstrom of Kiron, Iowa; three children and their spouses: Jerry and Jean Lindstrom of Davenport, Iowa, Pat and Jerry Getter of Corning. Iowa, and Jim and Marsha Lindstrom of Kiron, Iowa; six grandchildren: Kim Lindstrom of Madison, Wisconsin, Kris and husband, Paul Stevenson of Clear Lake, Iowa, Mike Getter of Tampa, Florida, Jerad Getter and wife, Jacie of Hastings, Iowa, Angela and husband, Brad Horsley of O'Fallon, Missouri and Allison Lindstrom of Edwurdsville, Illinois; granddaughter-in-law, Stephanie Getter of DeWitt, Iowa; five great-grandchildren: Noah and A.J. Stevenson of Clear Lake, Iowa, Shailey Hurley of Edwardsville, Illinois and Morgan and Madeline Horsley of O'Fallon, Missouri; one brother, Dennis Lindstrom and wife, Verna of Mesa, Arizona; two sisters-in-law: Eleanor Lindstrom of Kiron, Iowa and Verna Johnson of Las Vegas, Nevada; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 3, 2005 at the First Baptist Church, Kiron, Iowa with the Pastor Wayne Fritzinger officiating. Music for the service included Lewellyn and Wanda Larson singing "The Old Rugged Cross" and "How Great Thou Art" with Mrs. John W. Larson.serving as pianist. Honorary pallbearers included members of (he Kiron American Legion Post 383 and the Men's Coffee Group. Pallbearers were Lewellyn Larson, Dennis Well-sandt, Charles Harm, Rodger M. Larson, John Schultz and Ed Sandberg. Full military honors were provided by the American Legion Post 8. Denison, Iowa. Interment was at the Kiron Cemetery. Kiron, Iowa. Following the graveside rites the family invited everyone to return to the church to join them for a time of remembrance and a luncheon prepared and served by the First Baptist Social Committee. The Pfannebecker Funeral Home in Denison was privileged to be selected to provide arrangements and services for the Lindstrom family.

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Dorothe (Littleton) Munson (1915 - 1986)

Dorothe Munson was born November 20, 1915, on a farm near Harlan, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Pluma Littleton. She died on Friday. June 6,1986. at the Clarkson Memorial Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 70.

Dorothe spent her early years on the farm near Harlan and attended school in Harlan, where she rode to school in a horse and buggy school bus.

On April 9,1934, Dorothe was united in marriage to Ronald Gerald Munson in Glenwood, Iowa, together they made their home in Kirkman, Iowa. Four years later, they moved to Denison, where Mr. Munson was employed, until he retired in 1978.

Dorothe was a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church in Denison. She was a member of the Church Circle and the Rebecca Lodge.

In addition to her parents and husband, Dorothe was preceded in death by one granddaughter. Survivors include, two sons James and his wife Audrey of Monroe, Louisiana, and Lyle (Butch) and his wife Marlene of Denison; one daughter Patricia and her husband Fred Backhaus of Schleswig.

Also surviving are nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, one brother Rex Littleton of Denison and her grandmother, Jessie Littleton of Chariton, Iowa, several nieces and nephews as well as a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, June 9, 1986, at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Denison. Burial was in the Harlan Cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Scott Woodworth officiated at the services. Mrs. Fred Rabe served as organist with Henry Henningsen as soloist. Serving as pallbearers were Ron Backhaus, Jon Houston, Danny Munson, Mitch Munson, David Littleton and Donald Littleton.

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Dorothy H. (Glawinski) Siemer (1915 - 1978)

Dorothy H. Siemer was born Feb. 6, 1915 near Earling; the daughter of John and Anna Glawinski. She died June 7, 1978 at Crawford County Memorial Hospital, Denison, at the age of 63.

Funeral services were held June 9, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Dow City. Burial was in the Dow City Cemetery. Father John Thomas officiated at the Mass and graveside rites.

Dorothy was raised in the Dow City and Arion area where she received her formal education.

On Aug. 16, 1933 she was united in marriage to Ben H. Siemer at Dunlap. They have made their home on the farm in the Dow City area.

Dorothy was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a member of the altar society as well as being a member of the Dow City Community Club and the Friendly Helpers in Dow City.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son DeWayne and one sister.

Survivors include, her husband Ben of Dow City; one son Richard of Dow City and one daughter Barb, Mrs. Ron Kenkel, also of Dow City. And by six grandchildren and one sister, Bonnie, Mrs. Lawrence Heller of Dunlap.

Pallbearers included Ronnie Jochims, Larry Heller, Louis Jepsen, Emery Christofferson, Ronnie Weber and Gene Harree. Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of the Huebner Funeral Home in Denison.

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Dorothy Louise (Eggers) Jors (1917 - 1996)

Dorothy Louise Jors was born November 7, 1917, the daughter of John and Marie Christiansen Eggers. She died at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison on Sunday, March 24, 1996 at the age of seventy-eight.

Dorothy was born on a farm near Arion, Iowa and was baptized in Christ on July 17, 1938 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Denison and later confirmed there on July 31, 1938. She received her education in Paradise Township No. 6.

On May 19, 1944, she was united in marriage to Henry Jors in Grant Township. The couple settled on a farm in Paradise Township and were blessed with the birth of four children. They farmed for twenty years before moving to Denison in 1970.

Dorothy was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who was very caring of her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing and vegetable and flower gardening. In her leisure time she enjoyed fishing with Henry, playing cards with her sisters and bingo.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Louis and Everett, four sisters, Marie, Mabel, Florence and Leona.

Survivors include her husband, Henry, one son, Gerald Jors and his wife, Nancy of Denison; three daughters, Barbara Hargens of Denison; Elaine Jors of Phoenix, Arizona; Sharon Lee and her husband, Ron of Moorhead, Iowa; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ruth Gary, Esther McConnell both of Denison; Kathryn Byer and her husband, Paul of Carroll, five sisters-in-law, Hilda Eggers of Denison; Helen Gosch of Ute; Hilda Gust of Mapleton; Garrnet Witt of Omaha; Mary Bergstrom of Decorah, Iowa; also many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 28, 1996 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Denison, Iowa. Rev. Kurt Kaiser officiated the service and grave side rites held at the Crawford Heights Memory Gardens in Denison. Karen Kahl provided the organ accompaniment for soloist, Henry Henningsen singing "How Great Thou Art" and "The Old Rugged Cross" and congregational hymn "I Know That My Redeemer Lives". Pallbearers were: Bernie Schultz, Leroy Carstens, Donald Eggers, Fred J. Jepsen, Loren Adams and Pat Lally. The family invited everyone in attendance at the service to join them in fellowship and lunch at the church, served by the Ladies Aid. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements.

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Dorothy Marie (Miller) Korner (1915 - 2001)

Dorothy Marie Korner, age 86, of Ida Grove, Iowa, died Thursday, December 13, 2001, at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa.

Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 17 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove, Iowa, with the Reverends John Schauer and Michael Saylor officiating. Burial followed in Grant Township Cemetery, rural Schleswig, Iowa. Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home of Ida Grove was in charge of arrangements.

Born August 16, 1915 in Grant Township near Schleswig, Iowa, Dorothy was the daughter of Harry and Anna (Abbe) Miller. She attended country school as a child and was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.

On February 3, 1932, Dorothy was united in marriage to Bernhard "Ben" Korner at Trinity Lutheran Church in Grant Township. The couple farmed near Schleswig from 1936 to 1972, and in 1993 made their home in Ida Grove. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she participated in Circle 5.

Her family includes two sons and their wives, Lodean and Lois Korner and Wayne and Donna Mae Korner, all of Ida Grove; three grandchildren, Laurene Morphis and her husband, Roger of Greensboro, North Carolina, Steven Korner of Ida Grove and Scott Korner and his wife, Kelly of Schleswig, eight great-grandchildren, Donna Staley and her husband, Steve, Tiffany and Katie Morphis, Mandi Aronson and her husband, Aric, and Ryan, Danelle, Diedra and Dana Korner and one great-great-grandson, Eric Staley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ben in 1998; an infant daughter; and one sister, Elvera Laubengayer.

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Dorothy Mae (Gardner) Theobald (1913 - aft. 2000)

Note: Date of death not given in article

Dorothy Mae, daughter of Riley 0. and Bessie Hubbard Gardner, was born November 29,1913, at Sioux City, Iowa. When Dorothy was five years old, her family moved to Manilla, where she attended school and graduated with the Manilla High School class of 1931. She then worked as secretary at the school.

On July 14,1935, Dorothy was united in marriage with James Theobald at the Little Brown Church, Nashua, Iowa. They farmed on the family farm southwest of Manilla. In 1975 they retired and moved into Manilla. James died February 21, 1992.

Dorothy remained in their home until January of 1999 when she moved to Risen Sun Christian Village in Council Bluffs. On April 7, 2000, she returned to Manilla and became a resident of the Manilla Manor. Dorothy was a very active member of the Presbyterian Church in Manilla, particularly with the United Presbyterian Women.

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