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Petersen, Robert K. September 18, 1923 - September 28, 2008 (View posts) Posted: 22 Nov 2008 8:32PM GMT Classification: Obituary Surnames: Petersen, Robert K. The Daily Nonpareil Robert K. Petersen, age 85, of Council Bluffs passed away September 28, 2008, at his home. Robert was born September 18, 1923, in Green Castle, Missouri to the late Nels and Marie (Nielsen) Petersen. At the age of one he moved with his family to Macedonia, Iowa where he graduated from high school in 1942. After helping his father farm for 3 years, he moved to Atlantic, Iowa and worked for Earl May. He started working construction when they added onto the light plant. Robert stayed in construction working for Winger Construction. In 1952 he married Erna Barker and they moved to Council Bluffs. Robert joined the union and worked for Weibe Construction. He was vice president for 9 years before starting his own company, Petersen Construction Company. Robert retired at the age of 77. He was a member of Saint John Lutheran Church. Robert was preceded in death by his sister, Annie Henry; brothers, Victor and Henry Petersen. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Erna Petersen of Council Bluffs; stepdaughters, Jackie Andersen and husband Roger of Elk Horn, Iowa, Janet Berger of Audubon, Iowa; stepsons, Connie L. Barker and wife Dorcee of Fort Mohave, Ariz., Gary L. Barker and wife Colleen of Lincoln, Neb.; 12 step grandchildren; 48 step great grandchildren; 7 step great great grandchildren; nephews, Kenneth Petersen of Salt Lake City, Utah, Kendall Petersen of Omaha, Neb., Rich Henry of Macedonia; and brother-in-law, James Henry of Macedonia. Prayer service, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. followed by a visitation until 8:00 p.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home in Council Bluffs. Funeral service, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. at Saint John Lutheran Church with Rev. E. Jon Benson, Pastor officiating. A lunch will immediately follow the service in the church hall. Interment Macedonia, Iowa Cemetery. Memorials to Saint John Lutheran Church or American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society American Cancer Society. Cutler-O ’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home and Crematory -------------------------------------------------- Olsen, Thelma Christena (Monson) died November 20, 2008 Thelma Christena (Monson) Olson full obit not posted yet -------------------------------------------------- Nelson, Carolyn Joyce (Hoeppner) Owen died November 19, 2008 Arrangements and Services for Carolyn J. Nelson - Age 72 Who died on Wednesday November 19, 2008 Visitation Friday, November 21, 2008 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Family Will Greet Friends Friday, November 21, 2008 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Eastern Star Service Friday, November 21, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Saturday, November 22, 2008 2:00 PM Congregational United Church of Christ Harlan, Iowa Interment Harlan Cemetery Harlan, Iowa Carolyn is survived by her children: Steven Owen and Scott (KimBerly) Owen all of Highlands Ranch, CO; Shari (Frank) Heese of Harlan, IA; her step-daughter Dena Christensen of Omaha, NE; seven grandchildren; one step-grandchild; and brother Chris (Rowene) Hoeppner of Council Bluffs -------------------------------------------------- Move of board to IAGenWeb Boards John Schulte -------------------------------------------------- Young, Donald Ray died November 14, 2008 Services for 82 year old Donald Ray Young of Manilla, formerly of Irwin, will
be held on Tuesday, November 18th at 1 pm at the Pauley Jones Funeral Home in
Harlan. Burial will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery in Irwin. Donald Young died
on Friday, November 14th, 2008 at Myrtue Medical Center in Harlan. Survivors
include his sisters Lela Hanson of Harlan and Charlotte Doonan of Elk Horn as
well as nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held in the Pauley Jones Funeral
Home in Harlan today from 11 am to 9 pm. Arrangements and Services For Donald R. Young - Age 82 Who died on Friday November 14, 2008 Visitation Monday, November 17, 2008 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Tuesday, November 18, 2008 1:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Military Rites Oak Hill Cemetery Irwin, Iowa Donald is survived by his sisters Lela Hanson of Harlan, IA and Charlotte Doonan of Elk Horn, IA; nieces and nephews. -------------------------------------------------- Will, Gertrude June (Lesher) Cross August 14, 1926 - October 3, 2008 Memorial Services for 82 year old Gertrude J. Will of Denison will be held
on Thursday, October 9th at 11 am at the Irwin Church of Christ in Irwin with
burial of her ashes to be held at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Irwin. Gertrude Will
died on Friday, October 3rd in Denison. There will be no visitation. The Burmeister-
Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan is in charge of the arrangements. Gertrude June Lesher Cross Will was born August 14, 1926, on the family farm,
three miles west of Clarion, Iowa, to Lawrence Hauman and Bernice Christina
(Bubeck) Lesher. She attended country school in Dayton Township, went to Clarion
(Iowa) High School, and graduated in 1943. Gertrude worked in the high school
office for Mr. Christensen and in the Courthouse. She later went to Des Moines,
Iowa, to work for a cosmetic company, and in 1945, she moved to Denver, Colorado. True and Gertrude had three children, Thomas, Randall and Kathryn. They operated a crop and dairy farm business, milking up to 190 Jersey cows at the operation west of Cedar Falls, and crop farming locations south of Cedar Falls and Waterloo, Iowa. Gertrude was part of the farm venture, working in the small calf nursery and dairy operations. Gertrude also worked seven years for the Waterloo Probationary Court as a technical secretary. Gertrude’s husband, TAA., preceded her in death on November 30, 1986. She met and married Delbert Will of Irwin, Iowa. Delbert was a crop and livestock farmer and they eventually retired, traveled and moved into Irwin. Delbert died in 2001. Gertrude was an active member of the Irwin Church of Christ. She was also a member of the Library Club, the American Legion Auxiliary, the Shelby County Garden Club, and the Ladies Missionary Society. Gertrude J. Will died on October 3, 2008, at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, Iowa, having reached the age of 82 years, 1 month, and 19 days. Preceding Gertrude in death were her parents; her husbands, TAA. Cross and Delbert Will; and two brothers, Melvin Lesher and Orville Lesher. She is survived by three children, Thomas (Rebecca) Cross of South Beloit, Illinois, Randall Cross of Waterloo, Iowa, and Kathryn Morris of New Virginia, Iowa; one sister, Beulah Lesher of Iowa; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at the Irwin Church of Christ in Irwin, Iowa, with Pastor Ted Sieck officiating. Burial of ashes took place in Oak Hill Cemetery in Irwin. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan, Iowa, was in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. Hometown: Denison, formerly of Irwin, IA -------------------------------------------------- Wiley, Virgil Christopher died September 19, 2008 http://www.pauleyjones.com/Obituaries.htm Arrangements and Services For 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Harlan, Iowa 1:30 PM Irwin, Iowa Irwin, Iowa
Nancy (Kenny) Dersien of Ida Grove, Iowa; Deb (Marvin) Gross of Earling, Iowa; 5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; Ray (Jewell) Wiley of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Russell Wiley of Oakland, California; Irma Holley of Glidden, Iowa; and Donna Freeman of St. James, Minnesota -------------------------------------------------- White, Elva Jeannette (Blair) September 27, 1914 - Sept. 5, 2008 HARLAN -- Elva Jeannette White, 93, Harlan, died Friday, Sept. 5 at Elm Elva J. White - Age 93 Elva Jeanette White was born on September 27, 1914 to Milton and Myrtle She spent her entire life in Harlan, graduating from Harlan High School On September 16, 1939, Elva was united in marriage to Glee White at the She was a member of the Harlan First United Methodist Church since She enjoyed knitting and made everything from baby booties to jackets. Elva became a resident of Elm Crest Retirement Community in November of She is survived by several nieces and nephews, other family members, A funeral service was held on Monday, September 8, 2008 at the Pauley -------------------------------------------------- Westrope, Thomas died Oct. 15, 2008 COLORADO Springs, Co. -- Thomas Richard Westrope IV, 87, Colorado Springs,
Co., died October 15. -------------------------------------------------- Bryan M. Wehr - Age 42 Who died on Saturday October 25, 2008 Visitation Wednesday, October 29, 2008 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Harlan, Iowa Family Will Greet Friends Wednesday, October 29, 2008 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Thursday, October 30, 2008 10:30 AM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Interment Harlan Cemetery Harlan, Iowa Bryan is survived by his wife Jodie Wehr of Harlan, IA; his children: Haleigh Wehr of Bayard, IA, Taimon Wehr and Daytona Wehr both of Harlan; his father Larry (Carrie) Wehr of Harlan; his brothers John (Jane) Wehr of Olathe, KS; and Calvin Wehr of Harlan, IA; and maternal grandmother Louella Hendricks of Portsmouth, IA. Memorials can be sent to the Bryan Wehr Memorial Fund at Midstates Bank, 812 Durant Street, Harlan, Iowa 51537. -------------------------------------------------- Watson, James R October 8, 1943 - October 21, 2008 CHANGE OF SERVICE TIME ~ Change Of SERVICE ~ James R. Watson, age 65, of Omaha, Neb., died October 21, 2008. James was born
on October 8, 1943, in Trenton, Mo., to Woodrow and Eva (Ogen) Watson. James
had a Master of Science in Psychology. He has served the youth of our community
and the Omaha Public School System. Jim also served others through his counseling
service, Abuse Hurts. Jim also was a member of the Council Bluffs Sailing Club
and had many friends through a tennis club, investment club, and a men's group.
His generosity was immeasurable through donations and time to Byron Katie, to
the YMCA, and the United Way. In addition to his parents, James is survived
by his sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Cecilia Watson, of Olive Branch,
Miss., and Eric and Mirna Watson, of San Antonio, Texas; brother and sister-in-law,
Dwayne and Penny Watson, of Kansas, Okla.; 6 grandchildren; aunts, uncles, nieces,
nephews and cousins. Visitation with the family is Saturday, 1-2 p.m., at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring
Funeral Home, with a funeral service at 2 p.m. The family will direct memorials. -------------------------------------------------- Walters, Folmer B. died September 25, 2008 Services for 98-year-old Folmer B. Walters of Audubon will be held 2 pm, Sunday, September 28th, at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Audubon. Burial will be in the Arlington Heights Cemetery in Audubon. Folmer Walters died Thursday, September 25th, 2008 at the Audubon County Memorial Hospital in Audubon. Survivors include his children, Gary Walters (Delores) of Audubon, Kathryn Martin (Jim) of Atlantic, Judy Duffield (Gary) of Ft. Dodge, Joan Miller (Gary) of Guthrie Center; 16 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Gladys Jorgensen of Atlantic; his sisters-in-law, Nina Walters of Anita, Flay Walters of Audubon; his brothers-in-law, Donald Andersen (Dixie) of Irwin and Richard Andersen (Bonnie) of Homer, AK. Visitation will be held 6 pm, Saturday, September 27th, at the Kessler Funeral Home in Audubon -------------------------------------------------- Wahling, Lorna R. died September 17, 2008 WAHLING-Lorna Rosene, age 57, Shelby, IA. Passed away Wednesday September 17,
2008. She was the Owner/Operator of Dairy Queen in Harlan and Shelby. Survived
by her husband, David Wahling, Shelby, IA; sons, Matthew (Janae) Sternberg,
Council Bluffs, IA, Brandon Wahling, Shelby, IA; her mother, Arline (Jensen)
Monson Gans, Irwin, IA; sister, Lana {Rich) Schwieso, Irwin, IA; brothers, Marty
Monson, Lincoln, NE; Jon Gans, Grand Rapids, MI; 3 grandchildren Arrangements and Services for Lorna R. Wahling - Age 57 Who died on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Visitation Friday, September 19, 2008 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral SERVICE Saturday, September 20, 2008 2:00 PM United Lutheran Church Shelby, Iowa Interment Shelby Cemetery Shelby, Iowa Lorna is survived by her husband David Wahling of Shelby, IA; her sons Matthew (Janae) Sternberg of Council Bluffs, IA and Brandon Wahling of Shelby, IA; three grandchildren; her mother Arline Gans of Irwin, IA; sister Lana (Rich) Schwieso of Irwin; and her brothers Marty Monson of Lincoln, NE and Jon Gans of Grand Rapids, MI -------------------------------------------------- Wahling, Brandon Wayne died November 1, 2008 -------------------------------------------------- Thomas, Marion E. (Lund) died October 7, 2008 Marion E. Thomas (nee Lund), age 99, of Peoria, Ariz., passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2008. She was born in Council Bluffs, and was the last surviving graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School Class of 1927. She married Otis Thomas in 1929, celebrating 62 years together. She was very active in Eastern Star where she was Worthy Matron and also a representative for the state of Iowa. Marion was also an accomplished artist, creating beautiful oil paintings. Her husband, Otis; daughters, Shirley and Sharon; granddaughter, Sharolyn, preceded her in death. She is survived by three daughters, Beverley Loseke, of Cary, N.C.; Sally Kloostra (Harlan) and Barbara Winters (Jack), both of Sun City, Ariz.; 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held October 31st, at the Silver City Cemetery, in Silver City, Iowa. Persons wanting to attend will meet at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home, 545 Willow Avenue, Council Bluffs, at 9:45 a.m., leaving at 10 a.m., to proceed to the cemetery. -------------------------------------------------- Svendsen, Dagny Amalia (Swensen) October 31, 1911 - September 6, 2008 ELK HORN -- Dagny A. Svendsen, 96, Elk HORN, formerly of Harlan, died
October 31, 1911 - September 6, 2008 Dagny Amalia Svendsen, the daughter of Christian and JoHanna (Jensen) Dagny was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Harlan, Iowa. She had Dagny A. Svendsen died on Saturday, September 6, 2008, at Myrtue Medical Dagny was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wilbert Svendsen; Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 9, 2008, at the Grace Hometown: Elk HORN, IA, and formerly of Harlan, IA -------------------------------------------------- Sorensen, Eugene H. February 8, 1931 - October 20, 2008 Eugene H. Sorensen, age 77, of Council Bluffs, passed away October 20, 2008. Eugene was born February 8, 1931, to Harold and Geneath (Havick) Sorensen in Harlan, Iowa. Eugene will be sadly missed by his wife of 58 years Viola Sorensen (Hauger-Hansen), sons, Ricky Sorensen and wife Lisa, Rodney Sorensen and wife Cheri, Gary Sorensen and wife DeEtt, and David Sorensen and wife Patti; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and sister, Charlene Hawkins. Visitation will be held 5:00-7:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Maher-Livingston Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Ridgewood Cemetery. Maher-Livingston Funeral Services -------------------------------------------------- Smouse, Ethel Beulah (Nelson) May 2, 1915 - November 14, 200 Ethel Smouse, Age 93 Visitation After 12:00 PM First United Methodist Church Coon Rapids, Iowa Funeral Service First United Methodist Church Coon Rapids, Iowa Celebrant Reverend Lynn Gunderson Music "The Old Rugged Cross" Congregation Lula Garnes, Organist Casket Bearers Robert Brumback Amos Royer Max Cline Reid Bowman Interment Ethel Beulah, daughter of Nels A. and Carrie (Mattson) Nelson was born May 2, 1915 at Fiscus, Iowa. She attended country school near her home in Guthrie County. Ethel then worked in Omaha, Nebraska at Wilson Packing. On February 7, 1946 Ethel was united in marriage with Jake T. Smouse at the Gospel Tabernacle in Omaha by Rev. R.R. Brown. A daughter, Donna, was born into this union. Ethel and Jake made their home in Coon Rapids, Iowa, where they owned and operated Smouse Jewelry Store until their retirement in 1983. As a member of the First United Methodist Church, Ethel was active in leading group meetings and in the offices of the secretary and treasurer. She was also a 50 year member of the Rebekah Lodge. In 2001, Ethel became a resident of Thomas Rest Haven Nursing Home in Coon Rapids. She died there on November 14, 2008 at the age of 93 years, 6 months and 12 days. Besides her parents, Ethel was preceded in death by a grandson Jacob "Jake" Hughes; sister Helen Brumback; and brothers John, Art, Clarence and Sam Nelson. She is survived by her husband Jake Smouse of Coon Rapids; daughter Donna and husband Charly Hughes of Story City; granddaughter-in-law Jennifer Hughes of Gilbert, Arizona; great-granddaughter Kelsey Hughes; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. -------------------------------------------------- Smith, Leisha Jon (Johnson) December 29, 1960 - October 24, 2008 Leisha Jon (Johnson) Smith Leisha Jon (Johnson) Smith, 47, of Elk Horn, Iowa passed on to be with her
Lord, following a courageous battle with cancer, at the Elk Horn Salem Lutheran
Home in Elk Horn, Iowa, on October 24, 2008. Funeral Information -------------------------------------------------- Smith, John died September 22, 2008 John "Jack" Smith - Age 55 Who died on Monday September 22, 2008 Visitation Wednesday, September 24, 2008 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa AND Wednesday, September 24, 2008 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM St. Michael's Catholic Church Harlan, Iowa Wake Service Wednesday, September 24, 2008 7:00 PM St. Michael's Catholic Church - Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, September 25, 2008 11:00 AM St. Michael's Catholic Church - Harlan, Iowa Interment St. Mary's Cemetery - Portsmouth, Iowa Jack is survived by his wife Pamela Smith of Harlan, IA; children: Angie (Dave) Monson of Harlan and Brad (Kim) Smith of Omaha, NE; five grandchildren; mother Marian Smith of Avoca, IA; brothers and sisters: Jennifer (Rick) King of Kansas City, MO, Denny Smith of Plattsmouth, NE, Nan (Larry) Benscoter of Nebraska City, NE, Chris (Gay) Smith of Waterloo, NE, Tim Smith of Yakima, WA, Gail (Hashem) Hashemi-Toroghi of Ames, IA, Jay Smith of Plattsmouth, Geri (Rich) Marshall of Bethel Island, CA, Jeannie Smith of Austin, TX, and Mary Lou (Richard) Gift of Austin, TX -------------------------------------------------- Smith, Evelyn Barbara (Bissen) died Oct. 6, 200 SMITH-Evelyn Barbara, age 89, of Harlan, IA. Born July 3, 1919 in Earling,
IA. Passed away Monday October 6, 2008. Survived by daughter, Phyllis (Ken)
Monahan, Harlan, IA; sons, Norman (Jean) Smith, Dunlap, IA, Gaylen (Zita) Smith,
Portsmouth, IA, Roland (Phyllis) Smith, Portsmouth, IA, Randy (Bonnie) Smith,
LaVista, NE, Dan (Tammy) Smith, Bondurant, IA; sisters, Sr. Mary Helen Bissen,
Glenview, IL, Mildred Von Hagel, Rosenberg, TX; brother, Walter (Catherine)
Bissen, Earling, IA; 27 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren. Evelyn B. Smith - Age 89 Who died on Monday October 6, 2008 Visitation Friday, October 10, 2008 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Vigil Service Friday, October 10, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, October 11, 2008 10:30 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church Panama, Iowa Interment St. Mary's Cemetery Panama, Iowa Evelyn is survived by her children: Phyllis (Ken) Monahan of Harlan, IA, Norman (Jean) Smith of Dunlap, IA, Gaylen (Zita) Smith of Portsmouth, IA, Roland (Phyllis) Smith of Portsmouth, Randy (Bonnie) Smith of LaVista, NE, and Dan (Tammy) Smith of Bondurant, IA; sisters: Sister Mary Helen Bissen of Glenview, IL and Mildred Von Hagel of Rosenberg, TX; and brother Walter (Catherine) Bissen of Earling, IA. -------------------------------------------------- Scott, Orlene Alvera died November 6, 2008 Orlene A. Scott - Age 90 Who died on Thursday November 6, 2008 Visitation Sunday, November 9, 2008 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones - Avoca Chapel Family Greeting Friends Sunday, November 9, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Prayer Service Sunday, November 9, 2008 7:30 PM Pauley Jones - Avoca Chapel Funeral Services Monday, November 10, 2008 10:30 AM Trinity Lutheran Church - Avoca, Iowa Interment Graceland Cemetery Avoca, Iowa Orlene is survived by her son Robert (Laraine) Scott of Avoca, IA; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; son-in-law Delmar (Norma) Piittmann of Albany, IL; Daughter-in-law Carolyn Scott of Bettendorf, IA; sisters: Alta Hansen of Walnut, IA and Wilma Throener of West Point, NE; and brother Delnar Hamdorf of Morrison COO. -------------------------------------------------- Schwarte, Paige Margaret October 17, 2008 - October 17, 2008 EARLING -- A private graveside service will be held for the stillborn child
of Kelly and Tina Schwarte of Earling. A private graveside service will be held for the stillborn child of Kelly and
Tina Schwarte of Earling, Iowa. The baby was delivered on Friday, October 17,
2008, at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. -------------------------------------------------- Schmitz, Rita Ellen died September 19, 2008 Mass of Christian Burial for 74-year-old Rita Ellen Schmitz of Portsmouth will
be held 10:30 am, Wednesday, September 24th, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in
Portsmouth. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Portsmouth. Rita Schmitz
died Friday, September 19th, 2008 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha. Survivors
include 3 sons, Greg Schmitz (Barb) of Dallas, TX, Jim Schmitz (Alicia) of Pasadena,
CA and John Schmitz (Kim) of Iowa City; 1 daughter, Peg Gaul (Tim) of Ames;
1 sister, Marge Madsen (Ray) of Fort Collins, CO; 1 sister- in-law, Onie Smith
of Council Bluffs; 9 grandchildren and 2 great-children. Visitation will be
held 8 am to 9 pm, Tuesday, September 23rd with a wake service at 7 pm, at the
Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan. Arrangements and Services For Rita E. Schmitz - Age 74 Who died on Friday September 19, 2008 Visitation Tuesday, September 23, 2008 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Wake Service Tuesday, September 23, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, September 24, 2008 10:30 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church Portsmouth, Iowa Interment St. Mary's Cemetery Portsmouth, Iowa Rita is survived by her husband Lester Schmitz; her children: Greg (Barb) Schmitz of Dallas, TX, Jim (Alicia) Schmitz of Pasadena, CA, Peg (Tim) Gaul of Ames, IA, and John (Kim) Schmitz of Iowa City, IA; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister Marge (Ray) Madsen of Fort Collins, CO; and sister-in-law Onie Smith of Council Bluffs, IA. -------------------------------------------------- Schmitz, Ella Mae (Schomers) died September 26, 2008 EARLING -- Ella Mae Schmitz, 90, Earling, died Friday, Sept. 26 at the Little
Flower Haven Nursing Home in Earling. Arrangements and Services for Ella Mae Schmitz - Age 90 Who died on Friday September 26, 2008 Visitation Sunday, September 28, 2008 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM St. Boniface Catholic Church Westphalia, Iowa Rosary Sunday, September 28, 2008 7:00 PM St. Boniface Catholic Church Westphalia, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Monday, September 29, 2008 10:30 AM St. Boniface Catholic Church Westphalia, Iowa Interment St. Boniface Cemetery Westphalia, Iowa Ella Mae is survived by her children: Jane (Howard) Scott of Yutan, NE, Robert (Julie) Schmitz of Harlan, IA, James Schmitz of Westphalia, IA, Joyce (Terry) Clay of Harlan, IA, Ralph (Janet) Schmitz of Polk City, IA, Gary (Jeanie) Schmitz of Missouri Valley, IA; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Verena Schomers of Westphalia; and brother-in-law John Wageman of Earling, IA. -------------------------------------------------- Schmidt, Elizabeth (Goeser) died October 26, 2008 Elizabeth "Betty" Schmidt - Age 69 Who died on Sunday October 26, 2008 Visitation To Be Announced Wake Service Tuesday, October 28, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, October 28, 2008 11:00 AM St. Michael's Catholic Church Harlan, Iowa Interment Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa Betty is survived by her husband Gene Schmidt of Harlan; her daughters: Julie (Mark) Brehmer of Spencer, Iowa, Shelli (Brett) Sherer of Spring Hill, Iowa, Connie (Mike) Kienast of Harlan and Staci Miover of Des Moines, Iowa; her brother Bob (Pat) Goeser of Crescent, Iowa, sister Colleen (Dick) McLaughlin of Harlan and brother-in-law Larry Ulrich of Council Bluffs, Iowa -------------------------------------------------- Rold, Helen died October 5, 2008 Helen E. Rold - Age 84 Who died on Sunday October 5, 2008 Visitation with family Tuesday, October 7, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Wake Service Tuesday, October 7, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Wednesday, October 8, 2008 1:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan, Iowa Inurnment Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa Helen is survived by her son Bill Rold of New York, NY; sisters Sally (Rudy) Bauer of Indianapolis, IN and Carol (John) Becklun of Omaha, NE and brother Mike Kobold of Danville, California -------------------------------------------------- Rau, Joseph Frank died Sept. 26, 2008 EARLING -- Joseph Frank Rau, 82, Earling, died Friday, Sept. 26 at Myrtue Medical
Center in Harlan. Arrangements and Services for Joseph F. Rau - Age 82 Who died on Friday September 26, 2008 Visitation Monday, September 29, 2008 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Wake Service Monday, September 29, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, September 30, 2008 11:00 AM St. Joseph's Catholic Church Earling, Iowa Military Rites St. Joseph's Cemetery Earling, Iowa Joseph is survived by his brothers and sisters: Harold Rau of Harlan, IA, Mildred Gaul of Earling, IA, Mary Carroll of Earling, and Howard (Dorothea) Rau of St. Louis, MO; and sister-in-law Jean Rau of Mommouth, OR. -------------------------------------------------- Franklin “Fraz” Christian Rasmussen, the son of Hans Christian
and Lula (Boeck) Rasmussen, was born on January 16, 1934, in Harlan, Iowa. Franklin
was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Harlan. He attended
Elementary and High School in Harlan, graduating in 1952. In 1957, Franklin was married to Doris Dalrymple. Two children, Mark and Erik, were born to this union. On January 21, 1989, Franklin married Donna Marie Williams at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Franklin was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Harlan, where he had served as treasurer. He was also active with the Boy Scouts. Franklin, along with Ed Swank and Jerry Lytle, founded Concerned, Inc. in Harlan. This service began in a small house on Eighth Street in Harlan. It was later relocated to a new building on Willow Street, and now is located on Industrial Parkway. He loved to fish in Missouri and Canada, and enjoyed traveling with Donna. Franklin C. Rasmussen died on Monday, October 6, 2008, in Harlan, Iowa, at the age of 74 years, 8 months, and 20 days. Franklin was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Bob Rasmussen; and one sister, Karlene Rasmussen. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Williams) Rasmussen of Harlan, Iowa; two sons, Mark Rasmussen of Harlan, Iowa, and Erik Rasmussen of Glenwood, Iowa; two grandchildren, Matthew Rasmussen of Harlan, Iowa, and Katie Ann Rasmussen of Ames, Iowa; and other relatives and friends. A memorial service was held on Thursday, October 9, 2008, at Burmeister-Johannsen
Funeral Home in Harlan, Iowa, with Pastor Steve Chellew of Immanuel Lutheran
Church officiating. Serving as honorary bearers were Mark Hervey, Chris Whitaker,
Ron Mathiasen, Gary Murray, Byron Christensen, and Larry Reep. Military rites
were provided by the Harlan VFW Post #941 and the Helmer Reyelt AL Post #150.
Burial of ashes was in the Harlan Cemetery. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home
was in charge of arrangements. Condolences maybe left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. -------------------------------------------------- Pontzius, Gene Franklin February 18, 1939 - October 25, 2008 Gene Franklin Pontzius There will be no visitation or services. Navy Burial at Sea of Ashes will take
place at a later date. -------------------------------------------------- Pokorny, Andrew died September 19, 2008 Arrangements and Services For Friday, September 19, 2008 4:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Harlan, Iowa 7:00 PM Harlan, Iowa 10:00 AM Harlan, Iowa Harlan, Iowa
-------------------------------------------------- Petry, Jacqueline Fae Christensen Dinesen died October 28, 2008 LOVELAND, Co -- Jacqueline Fae Christensen Dinesen Petry, 81, Loveland, Co.,. formerly of Shelby County, died October 28, 2008. A celebration of life will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22 at Harlan Seventh-Day Adventist Church with inurnment at the Harlan Cemetery following the service, and a reception at the Settle Inn in Harlan at 4 p.m. Petry is survived by daughters Diane (John) Roehl of Estes Park Coo., Marcia (Ron) Cushing of Castle Rock Coo. and Melia (Chris) Williams of Loveland; stepson Mark Petry of Hempstead, Texas; three grandchildren and two great-grandsons; sister Jean (Floyd) Blakely of Iowa City; sisters-in-law Ruth Dinesen of Harlan and Marilyn Christensen of Grass Valley, Ca.; and friend Pauline Williams of Loveland -------------------------------------------------- Peterson, Frances M. died October 3, 2008 Arrangements and Services for Frances M. Peterson - Age 86 Who died on Friday October 3, 2008 in Wichita Falls, TX Graveside Service Friday, October 10, 2008 10:30 AM Harlan Cemetery Harlan, Iowa Frances is survived by her daughters Fayette (Richard) Fields of Glenwrock, Wyoming and Kay (John) Gerholdt of Wichita Falls, Texas; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. -------------------------------------------------- Petersen, Eugene Alfred (Pete the Cop) died October 3, 2008 Services for 79-year-old Eugene "Pete" Alfred Petersen of Walnut,
formerly of Harlan, will be held 10:30 am, Monday, October 6th, at the Pauley-Jones
Funeral Home in Harlan. Burial will be at the Harlan Cemetery. Pete the Cop
died Friday, October 3rd, 2008 at Myrtue Medical Center in Harlan. Survivors
include 2 daughters, Shirley Olson (Ken) of Harlan and Betty Ericksen (Irwin)
of Ames; 1 son, Alfred Petersen of Nora Springs and 4 grandchildren. Visitation
will be held 2 to 9 pm, Sunday, October 5th, with family visitation from 6 to
8 pm, at the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan. Arrangements and Services for Eugene "Pete the Cop" Petersen - Age 79 Who died on Friday, October 3, 2008 Visitation Sunday, October 5, 2008 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Family Will Greet Friends Sunday, October 5, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Monday, October 6, 2008 10:30 AM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Military Rites Harlan Cemetery Harlan, Iowa Pete is survived by his children: Shirley (Ken) Olson of Harlan, IA, Betty (Erwin) Erickson of Ames, IA, and Alfred Petersen of Nora Springs, IA; and four grandchildren. -------------------------------------------------- Petersen, Curtis Dean November 9, 1950 - October 29, 2008 Curtis Dean Petersen Curtis D. Petersen -------------------------------------------------- Patten, Larry Leonard "Horse" July 19, 1957 - November 5, 2008 No funeral services are planned for 51-year-old Larry L. "Horse"
Patten of Earling. Larry Patten died Wednesday, November 5th in Harlan. Survivors
include 3 daughters, Billy Jo Thompson (Steve) of Harlan, Lisa Patten of Council
Bluffs and Diane Baxter (Brian) of Harlan; mother, Marlis Patten of Harlan;
4 brothers, Steven "Luther" Patten of Harlan, Garry Patten of Magnolia,
TX, Ronald Patten (Gena) of Conroe, TX and Danny Patten (Faye) of Earling; 1
sister, Jane Olson (Dennis) of Des Moines; former wife, Tami Patten of Harlan;
and 10 grandchildren. Friends may call from 10 am to 4 pm, Saturday November
8th at the Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan. The family will greet
friends from 1 to 4. Larry Leonard "Horse" Patten Larry “Horse” Leonard Patten, the son of Duane J. and Marlis J.
(Herbst) Patten, was born on July 19, 1957, in Harlan, Iowa. He attended the
Harlan Community Schools. On May 11, 1974, Horse married Tami Ann Holzer in
Lohraville, Iowa. They remained very close friends. In 1977, Larry entered the
United States Marine Corps; he served his country for three years. Horse enjoyed hunting and fishing, and especially like to spend time with his dog, Lucas. Larry L. Patten died on Wednesday, November 5, 2008, at Myrtue Medical Center in Harlan, Iowa, at the age of 51 years, 3 months, and 17 days. Larry was preceded in death by his father, and one sister-in-law, Sandy Patten. He is survived by three daughters, Billie Jo (Steve) Thompson of Harlan, Iowa, Lisa Patten of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Diane (Brian) Baxter of Harlan, Iowa; his mother, Marlis Patten of Harlan, Iowa; four brothers, Steven Patten of Harlan, Iowa, Garry Patten of Magnolia, Texas, Ronald (Gena) Patten of Conroe, Texas, and Danny (Faye) Patten of Earling, Iowa; one sister, Jane (Dennis) Olson of Des Moines, Iowa; his former wife, Tami Patten of Harlan, Iowa; ten grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Military rites were held on Saturday, November 8, 2008, at Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan, Iowa. The Shelby County VFW Post #941 and Helmer Reyelt AL Post #150 were in charge of the ceremony. Richard Carl was the trumpeter. Honorary casket bearers were Steven Patten, Garry Patten, Ronald Patten, Brian Baxter, Danny Patten, and Dennis Olson, The Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. Hometown: Defiance, IA -------------------------------------------------- Olson, Mildred Irene (Nissen) August 27, 1914 - October 24, 2008 Mildred Olson, Age 94 Visitation Funeral Service Music “How Great Thou Art” Congregation Nancy Watson, Accompanist Casket Bearers Lee Nissen Darrell Soe Steve Jacobs Kyle Olson Honorary Casket Bearer Interment Elk Horn, Iowa Mildred Irene, daughter of Rasmus and Mary (Mardesen) Nissen was born August 27, 1914 at Elk Horn, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at Elk Horn Lutheran Church. Mildred attended Elk Horn Schools, graduating in 1932. On March 10, 1942 Mildred was united in marriage with Emmert Olson at Maryville, Missouri. The couple made their home on a farm southeast of Elk Horn where Mildred worked as a homemaker and helped out on the farm. After the death of her husband on December 7, 1975, Mildred remained on the farm and began working as a nurse’s aid. In 1984 she moved to Elk Horn. Mildred was a life-long member of Elk Horn Lutheran Church and in her spare time she enjoyed gardening and playing cards. In 2003 Mildred became a resident of Salem Lutheran Home in Elk Horn. She died there on October 24, 2008 at the age of 94 years, 1 month and 27 days. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters: Rena Paulsen, Florence Petersen, Frankie Namanny and Annabelle Nelson; and brothers: Clarence, Harvey, Melvin and Mick Nissen. Mildred is survived by her son Lanny Olson and wife Margaret of rural Exira; grandson Kyle Olson of rural Exira; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. -------------------------------------------------- Nielsen, Evelyn died September 17, 200 Arrangements and Services for Evelyn Nielsen - Age 84 Who died on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Visitation Saturday, September 20, 2008 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Family Will Greet Friends Saturday, September 20, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Funeral Service Sunday, September 21, 2008 2:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Interment Jacksonville Cemetery Jacksonville, Iowa She is survived by her children: Lynda Kay (Robert) Karel of Sumter, SC; Ronald (Christine) Nielsen of Emory, TX; and Debra (John) Vance of Coleman, TX; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren -------------------------------------------------- Muell, Kenneth Peter died September 16, 2008 Arrangements and Services for Who died on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 Visitation Friday, September 19, 2008 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM St. Mary's Catholic Church Panama, Iowa Wake Service Friday, September 19, 2008 7:00 PM St. Mary's Catholic Church Panama, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, September 20, 2008 10:30 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church Panama, Iowa Interment St. Mary Cemetery Panama, Iowa He is survived by his children: Kenneth Dean Muell of Sioux Falls, SD, Peg (Don) Jans of Solon, IA, Don Muell of Portsmouth, IA, Patricia (Allen) Petersen of Johnston, IA, David (Donna) Muell of Walnut, IA, Dan (Deb) Muell of Portsmouth, IA, Pam (Edmond) Talbot of Blair, NE, Susan (Tony) Hough of Harlan, IA, Joann (Gary) Schulte of Westphalia, IA, Dale (Karen) Muell of Panama, IA, Ann (Paul) Buman of Portsmouth, IA and Amy Joy Muell of Bellevue, NE; 34 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters: Anna Mary Blum of Harlan and Nadine Scott of Seattle, WA; and brother Gerald Muell of Omaha, NE -------------------------------------------------- Mikkelsen, Dorothy E. died Nov. 8, 2008 COLORADO Springs, Co. -- Word has been received of the death of Dorothy E. Mikkelsen, 77, who died November 8 at the Namaste Alzheimer's Care Center in Colorado Springs, Co. Mikkelsen is formerly of Avoca and Harlan. She is survived by daughters Lisa Heckel and Kim Munn; son Craig Mikkelsen; grandchildren Jeannie Prevost, Travis Munn and Kerri Lakey; and three great-grandchildren. Graveside inurnment will be held Friday, Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. at the Grandview Cemetery in Fort Collins, Co. Allnutt Funeral Service in Fort Collins is in charge of arrangements. -------------------------------------------------- Mickelsen, Pauline Adala (Paulsen) April 23, 1919 - November 05, 2008 Pauline Mickelsen, 89, formerly of Walnut and recently of Elk Horn, passed Pauline Adala Mickelsen, the daughter of Orlie and Clara Paulsen, was born Pauline was married to Lawrence Christian Mickelsen on January 4, 1941 in She is survived by her children, Joan Odsather and her husband Jerry of Funeral Information Pauline’s funeral will be held at Peace United Church of Christ in Walnut, Roland Funeral Home of Atlantic, Iowa is caring for Pauline’s family
and the -------------------------------------------------- Mengwasser, Herbert James June 18, 1928 - November 14, 2008 Mass of Christian Burial Services for 80 year old Herbert J. Mengwasser of
Council Bluffs, formerly of Harlan will be held on Tuesday, November 18th at
11 am at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Harlan with burial in Jacksonville
Cemetery in Jacksonville. Herbert Megwasser died on Friday, November 14th in
Council Bluffs. Survivors include one daughter Elizabeth Plott (John) of Council
Bluffs, 2 brothers Bernard Mengwasser of Altoona, Ia and Louis Mengwasser (Rosie)
of Denison, 1 uncle Lawrence Leenan of Harlan, 1 granddaughter Jessica Dawn
McCarthy (Kevin) of Council Bluffs and 2 great grandchildren Alexis McCarthy
and Levi McCarthy both of Council Bluffs and other relatives and friends. Friends
may call on Monday, November 17th from 10 am to 8 pm with a Wake service at
7 pm at the Burmeister Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan. Herbert James Mengwasser Herbert James Mengwasser, the son of John and Marcella (Leenan) Mengwasser,
was born on June 18, 1928 in Union Township, Shelby County, Iowa. He was raised
in the Defiance, Iowa, area and attended Defiance area country school. For a
time, he drove a produce truck for Goeser Produce in Defiance. In December 1946,
Herb enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps and was stationed at Fort Crook, Nebraska.
In 1948, Herbert was assigned to the 5001st Supply Squadron in Alaska as an
ammunition worker. He was honorably discharged as a Private First Class in the
USAF on December 12, 1949. Herbert was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan. He enjoyed gardening and raised vegetables. He also participated in the annual Christmas Lights Contest in Harlan. Herbert J. Mengwasser died on Friday, November 14, 2008, at Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa, at the age of 80 years, 4 months, and 27 days. Preceding Herbert in death were his wife of 51 years, Sarah Corinne Mengwasser; his parents; one sister, Betty Jean Gross; and one brother, Raymond Mengwasser. Survivors include his one and only daughter, Elizabeth (John) Plott of Council Bluffs, Iowa; one granddaughter, Jessica (Kevin) McCarthy and two great grand children, Alexis and Levi McCarthy, all of Council Bluffs, Iowa; two brothers, Bernard Mengwasser of Altoona, Iowa, and Louis (Rosie) Mengwasser of Denison, Iowa; and one uncle, Lawrence Leenan of Harlan, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan, Iowa, with Father Robert Hoefler celebrating. Kate Kohorst and Maryalyce Dotzler served as the musicians. Casket bearers were Kevin McCarthy, Tom Walker, Chuck Matthews, Jeff Mengwasser, Russell Mengwasser, and Danny Mengwasser. Burial was in the Jacksonville Cemetery in Jacksonville, Iowa. The Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. Hometown: Council Bluffs, IA, formerly of Harlan, IA -------------------------------------------------- Marsh, Albert John Sept. 8, 1880 - Jan. 20, 1964 -------------------------------------------------- Longmeyer, Jo Alan died Sept. 24, 2008 BLAIR, Neb. -- Jo Alan Longmeyer, 37, Blair, Neb., died September 24 in Blair. -------------------------------------------------- Lehmer, Elsie M (Andersen) August 15, 1922 - November 13, 2008
Elsie was born August 15, 1922, in Shelby, Iowa to the late Jens and Ellen (Lauritsen) Andersen. She attended Avenue B Elementary and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1940. Elsie married Walter B. Lehmer on August 8, 1942, in Omaha. To this union four sons were born. Elsie was a homemaker, fiddle player and avid bowler. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir; Order of Eastern Star, Chapter #441; former secretary for the Junior Bowling League. Elsie was preceded in death by her infant son, John D. Lehmer; sister, Norma Jean Thomas. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Walter B. Lehmer; sons, Ronald Lehmer (Teresa) all of Council Bluffs, Larry Lehmer (Linda), of Urbandale, Iowa, David Lehmer (Elizabeth), of Omaha; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sister, Ruth Cody (Lyle), of Council Bluffs; brothers, Harold Andersen, of Pensacola, Fla., Richard Andersen (Harriette), of Underwood, Iowa; nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family, Sunday 2-4 p.m., with Eastern Star Service at 2:00 p.m. at the Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home. Funeral Service, Monday, 11:00 a.m. at the mortuary with Rev. Aaron Simons officiating. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery with a lunch following at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Memorials to Hospice of SWI preferred. Cutler-O ’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home and Crematory -------------------------------------------------- Larson, Kenneth W. died November 3, 2008 DALLAS, Texas -- Kenneth W. Larson, 84, died November 3 in Dallas, Texas. Services were held Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. at Lovers Lane United Methodist Church in Dallas. Larson is survived by his wife, Alice; sons Stephen (Marie) Larson, Charles (Bobbie) Larson and Roger (Linda) Larson; six grandchildren and two-great-grandchildren; and sister Elaine Nelson of Harlan. -------------------------------------------------- Klein, Connie died Sunday, November 9, 2008 Connie Klein - Age 63 Who died on Sunday, November 9, 2008 Visitation Wednesday, November 12, 2008 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan Family Will Greet Friends Wednesday, November 12, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan Funeral Service Thursday, November 13, 2008 10:30 AM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan Interment Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa Connie is survived by her daughter Teri (James) Buwalda of Harlan, IA; sister-in-law Amy Christianson of Denison, IA; niece Jeri Hough of Denison; and nephews Kirby Christianson of Kansas City, MO and Brad Christianson of Omaha, NE. -------------------------------------------------- Kenkel, Joel N. KENKEL-Joel N., age 67 years, of Omaha. Survived by wife, Althea; sons and
daughter-in-law, Bruce Kenkel, of Omaha, Roger (Brenda) Kenkel, Kearney, NE;
4 grandchildren; sisters, Maxine Von Tersch of Carroll, IA, Karen Potter, FUNERAL SERVICE 11am Wednesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 508 Angus St.
Gretna, NE. VISITATION beginning 2pm Tuesday at the funeral home Family will
greet friends from 5-7pm. Celebration of Life service 7pm at the funeral home.
Memorials may be given to Odyssey Health Care, St. Patrick's ROEDER MORTUARY -------------------------------------------------- Johannsen, Zelda Marie (Burmeister) November 8, 1914 - October 17, 2008 Zelda Marie Johannsen, the daughter of Herman C. and Amalia M. (Karstens) Burmeister,
was born on November 8, 1914, near Corley, Iowa. She attended Fairview Township
country school through the eighth grade. On August 2, 1939, Zelda married Norman
Russell Johannsen in Avoca, Iowa. From 1940-1975, the couple farmed in Jackson
and Monroe Townships. In 1975, their son, Galan, and his family moved to the
farm, and Norman and Zelda moved to an acreage in Monroe Township. They lived
there for ten years before retiring to Harlan, Iowa. In May, 2007, Zelda became
a resident of the Avoca Nursing and Rehab Center in Avoca, Iowa. Zelda was an active member of Peace United Church of Christ in Walnut, Iowa, where she had served as a Sunday School teacher and superintendent. She was a member of the Farm Bureau Women, and was named the Farm Bureau Homemaker of the Year in 1954. Zelda was involved in various neighborhood clubs, including the Meet Your Neighbor Club and the Friday Club. Zelda M. Johannsen died on Friday, October 17, 2008, at the Avoca Nursing and Rehab Center in Avoca, Iowa, at the age of 93 years, 11 months, and 9 days. Zelda was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Alvin Burmeister and Harry Burmeister; and one son-in-law, Willis Krummel. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Norman Johannsen of Harlan, Iowa; one daughter, JoAnn Krummel of Avoca, Iowa; one son, Galan (Janet) Johannsen of Harlan, Iowa; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; two step-great-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 20, 2008, at Peace United Church of Christ in Walnut, Iowa, with Rev. Gail Muckey and Wayne Paulsen officiating. Sarah Kock served as the pianist, and Lesley Krummel, Amber McGreevy, and Eric Johannsen were the vocalists. Casket bearers were LuAnn Jensen, John Krummel, Michael Krummel, Bruce Krummel, Eric Johannsen, Sarah Fink, and Reid Johannsen. Burial was in the Layton Township Cemetery in Walnut, Iowa. The Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com.
-------------------------------------------------- James, Daisy June (Lidgett) November 16, 1924 - October 23, 2008 Daisy June (Lidgett) James Daisy June James, the daughter of John Lewis and Daisy (Whiltshire) Lidgett,
was born on November 16, 1924, in Elgin, Nebraska. She attended school in Elgin
and Neligh, Nebraska. On January 18, 1940, in Yankton, South Dakota, Daisy married
George Hanley James. The couple moved to the Harlan, Iowa, area in 1941, where
Daisy was employed as a waitress for Ray and Fern Rasmussen. She also helped
area farmers with their farm work. For many years, Daisy and George worked on
a rented farm located south of Harlan. George died on June 19, 1973; during
that fall, she moved into Harlan. Daisy, whose favorite color was red, enjoyed reading, playing cards with her grandchildren, and doing crossword puzzles. She spent time crocheting and mending, and was a great cook. Having lived through the Great Depression, she was known as a thrifty individual. After her retirement, she enjoyed babysitting. Daisy recognized the importance of blood donation, and had the distinction of having personally donated nearly eight gallons. Daisy J. James died on Thursday, October 23, 2008, at the Elm Crest Retirement Community in Harlan, Iowa, at the age of 83 years, 11 months, and 7 days. Daisy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Hanley James; and two sisters, Dolly Imsiek and Roma Good. She is survived by three sons, Hanley James of North Carolina, Rusty (Claudia) James of Des Moines, Iowa, and Michael (Kay) James of Council Bluffs, Iowa; one daughter, Patty (Pete) Stein of Portsmouth, Iowa; one sister, Dona Ganskow of Marbury, Maryland; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 27, 2008, at the Congregational
United Church of Christ in Harlan, Iowa, with Pastor Donna Ewert and Pastor
Roger Good officiating. Leota Swensen served as the pianist. Casket bearers
were Sam Stein, Jorge Stein, Peter Stein, Scott James, Jason James, Tim Goeser,
Shawn James, and Brian James. Burial was in the Harlan Cemetery in Harlan, Iowa.
The Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements.
Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. Daisy J. James, age 83, of Harlan, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. Survivors include 3 sons, Hanley James of North Carolina, Rusty (Claudia) James of Des Moines, Iowa, and Michael (Kay) James of Council Bluffs; daughter, Patty (Pete) Stein of Portsmouth, Iowa; 11 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; sister, Dona Ganskow of Marbury, Md.; other relatives and friends. Friends may call on Sunday, October 26, 2008, from 1:00-9:00 p.m., family will greet friends from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at the Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home, Harlan, Iowa. Prayer service Sunday, at 4:00 p.m., at funeral home. Funeral service will be Monday, October 27, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at Congregational United Church of Christ, Harlan. Burial in Harlan Cemetery. -------------------------------------------------- Havick, Wilma August 16, 1917 - November 4, 2008 Wilma Havick - Age 91 Who died on Tuesday November 4, 2008 Visitation Thursday, November 6, 2008 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Family Will Greet Friends Thursday, November 6, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Prayer Service Thursday, November 6, 2008 6:30 PM Funeral Service Friday, November 7, 2008 2:00 PM First United Methodist Church - Harlan, Iowa Interment Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa Wilma is survived by her sons: Bruce (Kay) Havick of Harlan, IA, James (Darlene) Havick of Shenandoah, IA, and Steven (Jill) Havick of Urbandale, IA; 8 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 2 step-great-grandchildren; and her sister Helen (Roy) Forbis of Dallas, TX. http://www.pauleyjones.com/Obituaries.htm Wilma Havick, age 91, of Harlan, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2008, at the Creighton University Medical Center. She was born on August 16, 1917, in Oakland, Iowa. She was a nurse at Oakland Manor Nursing Home. Wilma is survived by sons, Bruce (Kay) Havick, of Harlan, James (Darlene) Havick, of Shenandoah, Iowa, and Steven (Jill) Havick, of Urbandale, Iowa; 8 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 5 step grandchildren; and 2 step great grandchildren; and sister, Helen (Roy) Forbis, of Dallas, Texas. Visitation will be Thursday, November 6, 2008, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Pauley Jones Funeral Home, Harlan, with family greeting friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Prayer service will be Thursday, at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service, Friday, November 7, 2008, at 2:00 p.m., at United Methodist Church, Harlan, with Pastor Dave Swinton, officiating. Burial will be in Harlan Cemetery. Pauley Jones Funeral Homes HAVICK-Wilma, age 91 of Harlan, IA. Born August 16, 1917 in Oakland, IA, died
Tuesday November 4, 2008 at the Creighton University Medical Center in Omaha.
Survived by sons, Bruce (Kay) Havick, Harlan, IA, James (Darlene) Havick, Shenandoah,
IA, Steven (Jill) Havick, Urbandale, IA; sister Helen (Roy) Forbis, Dallas,
TX; 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; 5 step grandchildren; two step
great grandchildren. -------------------------------------------------- Hanson, Andrew Orlando III October 17, 1926 - November 3, 2008 Visitation Thursday, November 6, 2008 After 5:00 PM Ohde Funeral Home, Manilla, Iowa Funeral Service Friday, November 7, 2008, 10:30 AM Trinity Lutheran Church, Manilla, Iowa Reverend Paul Frank, Officiating Music “How Great Thou Art” Congregation “Just As I Am” “Step by Step” Susan Lamb, Accompanist Casketbearers Adam Bexten Aaron Bexten Andrew Bexten Dustin Wiese Taylor Hanson Tanner Hanson Roger Wiese Jean Stadtlander Honorary Casketbearers Gil Schoba Ron Wiese Craig Thompson Dan Thompson Lanette Sawyer Kathleen Goans Holly Vandemark John Hanson Jay Hanson Interment Nishnabotna Cemetery Near Manilla, Iowa Andrew Orlando “Juny” Hanson III, son of Andrew and Olga (Rasmussen) Hanson II, was born October 17, 1926, at Polk Township, Shelby County, Iowa. He was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Polk Township. Juny was a 1944 graduate from Kirkman High School. As a boy he was active in 4-H Club and showed cattle at the Iowa State Fair. Juny worked on the family farm and for other area farmers, drove a livestock truck and delivered the Sunday newspaper. On November 13, 1949, Juny was united in marriage with Ladelle Wiese at Sioux City. The couple lived near Manilla and farmed with his brother Homer. Beginning in 1970 Juny worked at Farmland Foods in Denison for 17 years. They moved closer to Manilla in 1981. Juny was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Manilla. He enjoyed watching auto racing and was a Dale Earnhardt fan. Juny enjoyed special times at the lake, family gatherings and especially time with his grandchildren. In August 2008 Juny’s health began to decline. He died at home in Manilla surrounded by his family on Monday night, November 3, 2008, at the age of 82 years and 17 days. Juny is preceded in death by his parents; brothers Raynard, Alvin and Homer Hanson; brother-in-law Allan Wiese; and sisters-in-law Lyla Thompson, Phyllis Hanson and Ruby Hanson. He is survived by wife Ladelle Hanson of Manilla; daughter Lana and husband Leonard Cadwell of Manilla; son Lance and wife Jamie Hanson of Manilla; grandchildren: Adam Bexten and wife Cam, Aaron Bexten and wife Jamie, Andrew Bexten, and Taylor and Tanner Hanson; great grandchildren Jersey and Tucker Bexten; step grandchildren: Dustin Wiese, Shari and husband Rick Lohrmann, Jeremy Cadwell and wife Jennifer, Rodney Cadwell and wife Heather, and Nicholas Cadwell and wife Wendie; 11 step great grandchildren; sister-in-law Theda Wiese; brother-in-law Allen Thompson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. -------------------------------------------------- Hansen, Marie S. died October 25, 2008 Arrangements and Services for Marie S. Hansen - Age 96 Who died on Saturday October 25, 2008 Visitation Sunday, October 26, 2008 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Monday, October 27, 2008 2:00 PM Bethlehem Lutheran Church Jacksonville, Iowa Interment Jacksonville Cemetery Jacksonville, Iowa Marie is survived by her daughter Bonnie (Don) Grabill of Milford, IA and son Verner (Joyce) Hansen of Kimballton, IA; grandchildren: Paul (Beverly) Grabill of Harlan, IA, Dale Grabill of Sioux Rapids, IA, Leann (Steve) Crawley of San Jose, CA, Lisa (Lance) Neve of Omaha, NE, Wayne (Janell) Hansen of Elk Horn, IA, Kevin (Joanie) Hansen of Gretna, NE, and Stacey Peterson of Elk Horn, IA; 11 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister Ethel Christensen of Brayton, IA -------------------------------------------------- Griener, Mildred Lucille (Brue) July 20, 1918 - November 18, 2008 Mildred Lucille Griener, the daughter of Carl T. and Mathilda (Knudson) Brue,
was born on July 20, 1918, in rural Manilla, Iowa. She was raised south of Irwin,
Iowa, and graduated from Irwin High School in 1935. Mildred lived in California
for a short time before returning to Iowa. In the mid-1940s, she married Larry
Griener. Mildred settled in Harlan, Iowa, where she owned and operated the Griener
Café for many years. Mildred L. Griener died on Tuesday, November 18, 2008, at the Friendship Home in Audubon, Iowa, having reached the age of 90 years, 3 months, and 29 days. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Larry Griener; one sister, Norma Barratt; and two brothers, Harold Brue and Lavern Brue. She is survived by one stepson, Bruce (Sharon) Griener of Chicago, Illinois; one brother, Bill (Peggy) Brue of Irwin, Iowa; nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends. A graveside service was held on Thursday, November 20, 2008, at the Harlan
Cemetery, Harlan, Iowa, with Pastor Ron Rasmussen of St. Paul’s Lutheran
Church, Irwin, officiating. Casket bearers were Mildred’s family and friends.
The Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements.
Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. -------------------------------------------------- Greve, Everett Andrew September 3, 1919 - October 28, 2008 Everett Andrew Greve, son of Peter and Alvina (Henricksen) Greve, was born
on September 3, 1919 on a farm southeast of Harlan, Iowa. He attended Jackson
#8 country school through the eighth grade and then worked for various area
farmers. On August 6, 1941 Everett married Mabel Hansen in Omaha, Nebraska.
The couple farmed for six years before purchasing a trucking business from Marcussen
Brothers. Mabel passed away in August 1975. On July 19, 1986 Everett married
Virginia “Ginnie” O’Neil. She passed away in January 2006.
Everett continued to operate a gas station and tire business until January 2008.
On February 6 of this year he became a resident of the Salem Lutheran Home in
Elk Horn, Iowa. Everett passed away October 28, 2008 at the Salem Lutheran Home in Elk Horn, Iowa at the age of 89 years, 1 month, and 25 days. Everett was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Alvina Greve, his first wife, Mabel (Hansen) Greve, his second wife, Virginia “Ginnie” (O’Neil) Greve, and one brother, Elliot Greve. He is survived by two sons, Karl (Judith) Greve of Ellsworth, Iowa and Calvin Greve of Ocala, Florida, two sisters, Dorothy (Victor) Hoogensen of Harlan, Iowa and Elaine Christoffersen of Kimballton, Iowa, one brother, Harvey (Doris) Greve of Walnut, Iowa, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Jacksonville, Iowa with Pastor Ron Rasmussen officiating. Peggy Doonan was the organist and Kathy Greve was the soloist. Honorary casket bearers were Perry Kelly, Ed Andersen, David Stewart, Kelly Doonan, Harry Petersen, and Harvey Greve. Active casket bearers were Bret Greve, Pete Greve, Gerry Greve, Bryan Greve, Chris Greve, Ken Hoogensen, and Don Christoffersen. Burial was in the Jacksonville Cemetery in Jacksonville, Iowa. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.burmeisterjohannsen.com. -------------------------------------------------- Gahm, Kurt D. February 4, 1966 - October 22, 200 Kurt D. Gahm, age 42, of Murfreesboro, Tenn., died October 22, 2008. Kurt was born on February 4, 1966, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Charles J. (Joe) and Norma J. (Graybill) Gahm. He graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1984 and attended airline school in St. Louis, Mo. Kurt was employed in the airline industry for several years, based in Kansas City, Mo., then moved with his family to Tennessee in 1990. He was seriously injured in a work-related accident in 1999, and was disabled as a result of his injuries. In addition to his parents, Joe and Norma, Kurt is survived by his beloved sons, Trevor and Dylan, Franklin, of Tenn.; his "big" brothers, Mark and wife Kristin, Karl Lee and special friend, Desiree, of Council Bluffs; "little" sister, Gina Gahm and special friend Ryan of Alliance, Ohio; grandmother, Vera Long, of Harlan, Iowa; nieces, Tessa and Anna; nephews, Gary and Blaine; aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends, as well as his constant companions, two Boston Terriers, Gizmo and Gigi. Visitation with the family, Wednesday, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Cutler-O'Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home. Funeral service, Thursday, 11:00 a.m. at Saint John Lutheran Church with Pastor E. Jon Benson officiating. A lunch will immediately follow the funeral. Interment, Thursday, 2:00 p.m. at Shelby, Iowa Cemetery. The family will direct memorials. Cutler-O ’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home and Crematory
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