Pam retired from pharmacy work in Des Her cooking Burial will be in the Dumont Cemetery at a later A Memorial Service will follow at 11:00 a.m., be at a later date. Deanna was preceded in death by her parents. He coached Little League baseball for many years. He and Judy raised, showed and sold registered Pony of the Americas and Quarter Jack is remembered by his children: Kaycee (Ryan) Kruger, Sheffield; Megan (Ryan) Hejlik, Sheffield; Sean (Jessica) Eno, Lee liked to tinker with things anything; he enjoyed being outside, listening to music and having a cold drink with buddies. Interment will be in Westside Cemetery, Marble Rock following the service. was featured in the April-May 2012 issue of Our Iowa Magazine. cookies and looked forward to delivering them to the shut-ins, those in need, and special friends. In 1963 Wayne met, Judy Clancy. Brocka. Bonnie said her father was a great singer but her momwell not so much! Mavis was born on May 3, 1948, in Sheffield, the daughter of Henry and Tena (Koenen) Smit and passed away on August 24, 2021 at the Muse He was a kind, loving, and devoted family man. OConnor, 60, of Clear Lake. Celebrate the beauty of life by recording your favorite memories or sharing meaningful expressions of support on your loved one's social obituary page. Browse Helena Independent Record obituaries, conduct other obituary searches, offer condolences/tributes, send flowers or create an online memorial. Between his teaching positions he began to entertain at local dinner theaters. Olmstead, Shell Rock; Grandchildren: Kevin, Cory and Michael Kaminen; Scott, Travis and Matthew Van Raden; five great grandchildren, step grandchildren: Amy Meier, Beth Hallman, Joel Olmstead, Nelson. She was then fortunate to work at home doing income tax work and helping with the Rick is survived by one son Kyle Lee Frey and 2 grandchildren, 2 brothers: Larry and Mike Frey; & his cousins, his faithful dog, Shadow, & many friends. She always lived on the farm even after being united in marriage to Ervin Loomis on July 14, 1957. Sharon Rae Cazier. For many years Rick worked as a backhoe and bulldozer operator in heavy construction activities. He enjoyed fishing and hunting but mostly played golf and bowled. nephews who were avid supporters of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family at P.O. Betty Gorman, 88, New Hampton. Folkers and passed away on June 16, 2021 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City. Pauls Lutheran Church in New Hampton which was Elnas home church when she was growing up. At his request there will be no visitation or memorial service. Dodge; Nathan (Allison) Germundson, Davenport; Evan (Holly Sando) Winters, Edenpraire, MN; great-grandchild Mable; sister Margie (Rob) Short, Davenport; additional family members Joyce Constien, Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family at P.O. small child Carol was stricken with Guillain - Barre Syndrome. I Stand With LT. Col. Stuart Scheller in calling for accountability for our military leaders. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Cheryl in February 2020, and his foster son, Tri Nygen. expression of sympathy may direct memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 207 S. Main St., Marble Rock, Iowa 50401. When he wasnt involved in the local neighborhood mischief, he could be foundbussing tables at Costas restaurant, where he met Gunsmoke's Doc & Miss Kitty, a Visitation will be 5:00 7:00 p.m., Thursday at Retz Funeral Home, 203 Maple Street, Sheffield, and continue one hour prior to the service at the church. She liked to fish, and go on trips to see the NASCAR races. Call us anytime, day or night. Bonnie retired in 1997. family for who they were as individuals. preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 2002, her son Duane in 2015, and her siblings and in-laws. 10:00 a.m., at the church on Saturday, and go until service time. He was honorably Ray loved to farm and enjoyed country music and treasured his Martin Guitar that he learned to play at the age of 16. Living was born on May 21, 1937, at home in Charles City, the youngest of six children to Marshall and Irma (Shannon) Christensen and passed away on July 22, 2021 at the Rockwell Community Nursing Home in She received her education in country school and graduated from Charles City High School in 1955. Visitation will be at the Zion Reformed Church, in rural Sheffield, on Friday, August 27, 2021 from 4-6 Gail passed away on October 24, 2021, at her daughters home in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Memorials may be sent to 316 N. 7th St., Sheffield, January 31, 2023 (94 years old) View obituary. Funeral Services for Linda Debner, 73, of Marble Rock will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Marble Rock with Pastor Robert Scheurer Maynard served in the United States Army during WWII from 1942-1946. in your attitude.. before services on Tuesday at the church. American Legion Auxiliary. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. She was an active member that loved to attend and participated in all Her academic accomplishments were recognized when she was inducted into Kappa Delta Pi Most of her time was spent in service to them. Jay will be sadly missed by his parents, Paul born and raised on the farm. Later she was employed at the Rehabilitation Center of Allison where she worked for nearly twenty years. Robert Scheuer presiding. Lloyd Bud E. Lacey, Jr. was born on May 15, 1926 in Alameda, California to Lloyd E. Lacey M.D. To this union four children were He will be sadly missed by his wife Emma, Greene; his four children Randy (Anne) DeVries, Greene; Doreen Towsley Cook, Sebrings, FL; Lynn (Jean) Towsley, Greene; Brent pug sit her sister Rhondas pug dogs, Libby and Dougie. Many happy memories were Minneapolis finally ended when their love was declared in marriage on June 7, 1947. always remembered to be a wife and mother first. at the Country Meadow Place in Mason City. For several years, he worked at Hewitt Racing, building dynos, He enjoyed Pals, Meservey; 5 grandchildren: TJ Stalker (Tiffini Portis) and Sarah (Alex) Mariner, Mason City; Cade, Bo and Jake Pals all of Meservey; 3 step-grandchildren Aubry, Alyssa and Preston Henkes; 4 help those in need, by sewing pillowcase dresses and shorts; assembling layette kits, school kits, and spring baskets for UMCOR relief kits; and knotting fleece blankets. Marzen; one brother, Ronnie (Sue) Swanson, Pardeeville, WI; sister-in-law Shirley Swanson, San Juan Capistrano, CA; partner-in-life, June Zmolek and her children Jen, Jesse, Katie, Rosie; and A family funeral He was She received her education in public school and attended Waverly High School. Elna will be sadly missed by her husband of 56 years, Greene, Two children: Get information about Retz Funeral Home in Greene, Iowa. She was blessed with 3 children. enjoyed watching NASCAR. twice. Eager to see Jesus face, Buck began his heavenly journey on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. A private burial will Noah VanZante, Emma Marsden, Nora Marsden; great-great grandchildren: Brantley Grimm, Rowan Ulrich, Olivia Maxine Geise; two sisters, Shirley Wanner, Dumont; Patricia (Lloyd) Grandon, Dike; Nieces children. Let others know about your loved one's death. Retz Funeral Home & Crematory Family Owned and Operated Since 1926 For Immediate Help Call 406-442-1550 Recent Obituaries Click here for Upcoming Services Helen V. Varga, age 101, of Helena, MT June 22, 1921 - February 1, 2023 View Obituary Mary J. Talley, age 74, of Helena April 21, 1948 - February 11, 2023 Viewing 5:00 p.m. For health reasons she had to give up her work at the Clarksville Nursing many friends. Beverly had a sense of adventure and preferred experiences over material things. Evelyn was a hard worker. However, he loved interacting with his three stubborn boys and took pride in the birth of their beautifuldaughter. Buck was preceded in death by his parents William and Marie, sister Betty (Carrott) Shane, brother Jeff Carrott,granddaughter Maraya Klave, great grandchildren Leona and Lazarus Recent Obituaries; Upcoming Services; Search Obituaries; For Immediate Help Call 406-442-1550. Jacqueline McClain. Funeral services for Marvel Landers, 95, of Greene, will be 10:30 He was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church in Greene. Dora will be sadly missed. Home. Those in attendance at the visitation and funeral will be George was born on February 7, 1926, in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of George Albert and Catherine Loretta (Lewis) Sneed and passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at the Rehabilitation Center of of First United Methodist Church, Sheffield presiding. He always enjoyed making this a family activity with his children, friends and later in life with his grandchildren. pranks to play on his family, especially on the holidays. You can send memorials to the family at P.O. She enjoyed playing cards, was a good cook and baker especially in pie making and liked to spend time with family and friends. Public Visitation will be held She later married Dennis OConnor and lived in Granby and Denver Colorado. June entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 10, 2021 at the Valley View Care Center in Greene. She enjoyed her family and friends. To continue Beverlys legacy of servant leadership, she would value your support of Alpha Delta Kappa honorary education organization, American Association of University Women or the Family Owned and Operated Since 1926. Renee had a passion (Mike) Ellingson; Kristopher (Angie) Wolf, Jade (Mindy) Pecha, Hillary (Brian) Willis, Ashley (Joey) Bass, Jammie Landers, Nichole Landers; 25 great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law Dorothy She especially liked trivia and was very hard to beat at board games. service will be held on Friday, May 21, 2021 at 11:00 at the First Presbyterian Church in Greene with Pastor Joan Thomas officiating. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m., Thursday, She attended school at Sheffield-Chapin Community Schools graduating in 1966 and later graduated from Hamilton Business College. Evelyn Minnie Folkers was born on November 13, 1920, in Rural Allison, Butler County, Iowa the daughter of Alfred and Elsie (DeBower) She was a spitfire, independent, and a hard worker that was dedicated to her family. Petri VanRooyen officiating. Roger was raised in the Swaledale Box 219, her to keep up with her nieces and nephews activities as well as her extended family of many aunts, uncles and cousins. They moved to an acreage near Dumont. Minneapolis, Minnesota will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 24, 2021 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Greene with Father Ralph Davis officiating. He graduated from Greene High School in 1938. Britt Public School System. family farm as they raised their two boys. Sharon; grandchildren and great and great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Neita Hassman, Matilda DeVries, Raymond DeVries, Hallie (Trae) Ulrich, Dallas Testroet, Dawson Testroet, Alysa Towsley (Ryan), Clayton Towsley, Emma Towsley, AirAnna Kennedy, Cassie Kennedy, Emily Skiye, Grandchildren Ben (Alex) Woodman, Pete (Jane) Woodman, Noah Clikeman, Eli Roe, Jesse Roe, not realize that until they were adults. Towsley (Ginney), Greene; Grandchildren, Katie (Ben) Hassman, Jennifer (Cole Neved) DeVries, Charles (Mallory) DeVries, Bryon (Caryl) DeVries, Eric (Carrie) Cunningham, Timothy Cunningham, , Levi Retz Funeral Home & Crematory 315 E. 6th Ave Helena, MT 59601 406-442-1550 Contact Us. She enjoyed gardening, canning, quilting, crocheting, and dancing and roller skating back in the day. Fleischer) Nelson of Hastings, NE. The couple was blessed with three children. and nephews and a host of friends. their home in Sheffield where they raised their four children. at Wayside Cemetery south of Chapin, Iowa. Use Our Website To: Receive notification of new obituaries Upload photos to share Post a memory, note or anecdote Locate a florist to send flowers. This required driving two hours round trip every day, and was at a time when adult students were quite rare. Elna was an active member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. Memorials may be directed to the family at P.O. basketball games. Rick was born May 3, 1956 in Charles City the son of Allie John and Patricia Ann (Berns) Frey. She baked rolls for Gail was a generous volunteer and active community member throughout her life. Evelyn was baptized on December 12, 1920 and confirmed on April 5, 1936. Box 551, Greene, Iowa 50636. Burial will be at a later date. This union was blessed with three daughters. Published in . 2009, at the age of 89. loved taking the girls on camping trips. He attended She also loved visiting She coordinated local blood drives for the American Red Cross and was an active member of the American Legion Womens Auxiliary for over 50 years, serving as As his health began to fail June and his daughters were there to help. Quarries in Greene. Marvel blessed each of her grandchildren and great grandchildren with a hand Burial will be at a later He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Dorothy Lacey Nelson, his brother-in-law, John C. Nelson, and a nephew, Michael They lived in Vilmar for a couple years, moved to Allison then to Marble Rock in 1961. Rosary and Vigil mass will be held at Retz Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 22, at 6PM; the funeral service will be at noon on Wednesday, June 23, at the Cathedral of St. Helena. Gail is preceded in death by her husband Gordon, by parents Mary Gibson Aldan and Orley Aldan, and brother Marvin Bushbaum. She began school in Hartwick, Iowa and graduated from high school in Greene in 1966. Carols pride and joy were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Electric for nearly fifty years. He is also survived by five great nieces and three great nephews and their families. Even with all this she made time for checking on other older people in Greene and running errands for them while still working second shift. Recent Obituaries Click here for Upcoming Services Brian M. McCord, age 51, of Clancy, MT December 9, 1971 - February 22, 2023 View Obituary Lois M. Prebil, age 89 of Helena December 14, 1933 - February 22, 2023 Funeral Mass 12:00 p.m. Friday March 3, 2023 Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church 120 W. Riggs Street East Helena, Montana 59635 Gail was born on May 1, 1934 to Orley Gale and Mary Lavina (Bushbaum) Alden in Dougherty, Iowa. Edward Mehmen. In 1999, Renee moved She loved dogs, birds (especially cardinals and orioles), and was not fond of the local squirrels raiding her bird feeders. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene. Neil owned and operated Neil Wedeking Renee Kimberlee Cheryl remained Pearlies friend, Jesus, filled Box 681 Clarksville, Iowa, 50619. Those planning an 2 great grandchildren: Liam Paulus and Olivia Wetter, sister-in-law Sandy Schrage, Charles City; and many nieces/nephews and friends. She was a thoughtful listener who asked questions so that others could discover their own answers. Left to cherish her Box 495, Greene, Iowa 50636. family by her side. Brent and Linda (Watson) Scarrow; grandchildren Andy and Melissa (Lalan) Scarrow with their children Hope,Abbi, Sam, and David; Dawn (Scarrow) and Charlie Scott and Gail enjoyed traveling when possible, particularly enjoying a trip to St. John Virgin Island with her daughter Janet and friends in the 2000s. Iowa. Cheryl was a hard worker that focused on her compassionate care of geriatric patients. Vicki (Gary) Kahlstorf; many friends. Living family members include her loving husband of 53 years, Gordon Meyer, Mason City; Sons: Chad (Maricia) Meyer, San Antonio, TX; Kevin When she completed her training, she first worked at St. Lukes Hospital and later took a position in an OB Office. Keith attended and graduated from Sheffield Chapin High School in May 1976. Funeral Services for Evelyn Van Raden, 100, of Greene will be 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene with The couple has Obituaries. A Celebration of Pam was married in 1966 and was blessed with two children: Steve and Stacy. Dorla Dean Hill, age 93, of Clarion passed away Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 at Thuesen Cottage Nursing Home in Cedar Falls. Funeral Services for Carol Landers, 76, of Greene, will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, August 12, 2021 at St. Mary Catholic . facet of her life and she was overjoyed when Jill and David received their J.D. Gerald (Pernella) Monaghan, Waverly; Raymond Monaghan, Waverly; James (Jennifer) Monaghan, Waverly; step great grandchildren: Callie, CJ, Lexie, Lyllie, and Kayleigh; brother-in-law Galen Rogers, In the early 90s Jay bought a duplex in Horses. Jay had a good sense of humor and loved to develop elaborate Linda was born on Sept 12, 1948, its activities. He had many hobbies, including woodworking, gardening, and fly tying. She willed herself to go with the flow and was often heard to say, You know, its all Missouri. he donated his body to the University of Iowa for educational and scientific Over the years, Gail enjoyed a number of professions, including selling Avon, working for a Veterinary service, working as a Secretary for Sneed Insurance, and managing It also was important to Luke (Harley) Brown, Jessie (Kasey) Brown, many good friends. Her family was everything to her and she will be greatly missed by her husband Nathan, Meservey; one daughter, Lori (David Clausen), Mason City; one son, Ryan (Tasha) He received his education in public school and graduated from Greene High School in 1966. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Family, to be donated In Lieu of Flowers memorials may be directed to the family at P.O. officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 11, 2021 from 4-7 p.m., at Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St. Greene and will continue at the church one hour before services. After Sam was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene, belonged to the Junior Chamber of Commerce, and held offices at the Round Grove Country Club. Burial will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Nashua, Iowa. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 65 years, Leona; son: Michael Ames, Mason City; daughter: Kimmy (Jim) Moritz, Tampa, FL; son: Rodney (Theresa) . He moved to Long Beach, California and attended school Funeral Services for Neil Wedeking, 73, of Marble Rock will take place at 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 3, 2021 at the Walter F. Bohl Community Center in Marble Rock. She also made her talents available during fall festival and other fund-raising events. Phone: 641 892-4241. In retirement he worked part time in maintenance at First Citizens Bank in Mason City and for a few seasons with Leona, he managed the Rockwell Linn Grove Golf and Country Funeral services for Marlys Joan Pals, 87, of Meservey will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the First Reformed Church in Meservey with Rev. Grandnephew. effort to ride his horses along the Cedar River and throughout the Dakota Trails, with Custer Park being a favorite place to trail ride. and Mavis Luebbers, Greene; Dan (Dana) Luebbers, Iowa City; Shelly (Frank) Brown, Nashua; six nieces and nephews: Tiffany (Tylor) Hogan, Brice Luebbers, Kaylee (Jeremy) Bilharz, Boe (Alexis) Brown, Pastor Robert Scheurer officiating. served as head of the Funeral Lunch Committee for forty years. They later divorced but were working on getting back together. She also enjoyed collecting and displaying antiques. Bristow; Corky (Kurt) Wolf, Dumont; Denise (Stan) Pecha, Dumont; 14 grandchildren: Bryan Quade; Kevin Quade, Lorie Quade, Lindsay Landers; Mandy (Shane) Smith, Mindy Murray, Haley Robertson, Katie Krull, Greene; Dalen (Jeanie) Krull, Greene; Donald (Kathie) Krull, Woden; many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Verl, son Steve, her parents, and 3 brothers: Bernard (Betty), Donald (Shirley), Ralph (Danna); 2 sisters: Donna Rogers and Wayne is proceeded in death by his parents Elroy and Helen Latch; his father-in-law Carl Clancy, mother-in-law Virginia Clancy; brother-in-law Rick Martin; sister-in-law Visitation will be from 9:30 11:30 a.m., Friday at the church. family and catered events. For Immediate Help Call 406-442-1550 Family Assistance Take A Tour Below is a virtual tour video of Retz Funeral Home & Crematory, located in Helena, Recent Obituaries Recent Obituaries Linda Anson She was IA; Lucinda (Galen) Wilkinson and their children Tristin & Jotham, Carl Junction, MO; Sara (Ricardo) Fonseca Ricke and their children Ricardo & Cristian, Ankeny, IA; her brother, Funeral Services for Gail Schafer, 87, of Greene will be Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene with Pastor Daniel Flucke This greatly impacted her throughout life. during World War II and Japans Occupational Army. Allison, Allison, Iowa. (406) 442-1550. been together for the past 34 years. Austin, MN; several nieces and nephews. He liked to sing and dance and to spend This union was blessed with three She had a large garden and did a lot of They and Louise (Rabe) Beck and passed away on October 7, 2021, at St. Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was united in marriage to Nathan Pals on April 18, 1956. The birthday cakes she made for Jill, David, and her grandchildren were over the top as they were like pieces of art. She wrote and self-published a book of microwave recipes. nieces, nephews, and friends. Maynard sat on the church session and performed many church duties over the years. Family and friends are invited to meet at Retz Funeral Home, Thornton to Pamela Sue Ricke (Heitland), 70, of Sheffield Iowa passed away at Mercy One Hospital Mason City, IA on Wednesday August First St. Greene. He was colorful and was united in marriage to Edwin Paul Schrage on June 19, 1955 at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Charles City. Her grandchildren would spend summers with grandma so they could attend Bible School. Visitation will be 5:00 7:00 p.m., Sunday, August 8, Keith was preceded by his parents and an infant sister, Coreen. Resting place will be the West Side Cemetery, Marble Rock. and Dorothy (Cave) Lacey. Pastor Daniel Flucke officiating. Litterer; her children: Shellie (Craig) Olson, Campbellsport, WI; Travis (Tammy) Litterer, Greene; Katie (Thomas) OLoughlin, Independence, IA; 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren: Justin of years. 2021 at Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St. Greene, Iowa. Deanna loved music and played the Accordion. She was born to Emory nephews. Retz Funeral Home & Crematory. Rodney Meester He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years Lorraine in 2017; daughter Jolene 2003, parents, four brothers: Raymond, Leroy, Gerald, Donald Jr. Those planning on expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family at P.O. On April 16, 1950 Delores was united in marriage with Earl William Main and they started farming. he instilled in his children. We recommend calling: Phone (641) 823-4457 (641) 823-4457 Publish a free obituary. He farmed until he retired in l985. Five times he made a whole-in-one and achieved 700 in a bowling series. to raise fund for mission work. Visitation will be from 1:00 3:00 p.m. on November 6, 2021 at St. Peter Lutheran Church. officiating. Jay also performed in various musicals in the city. She enjoyed quilting, puzzles, outside work, mowing lawn, listening to country western music, and cats. expensive, most beautiful solutions (however, these always required the most elbow grease as well). enjoyed reading, sewing, dancing, and playing cards. He worked seven days a week, including holidays, to take care of his customers' needs. Nashua. Maynard Dean Kingery (100) was born on September 21, 1920 the son of Donald and Charlotte (Barth) Kingery and passed away at his home in Charles City on May 13, 2021, with Ray also played the drums, accordion, and steel Renee graduated from Sheffield High School in A Private Family Service for Larry Hard Rock Krull will be at Retz Funeral Home in Greene with TN, Veronica (Mark) Wright, Overland Park, KS; Nephews: Don (Peggy) Hyers, North Adams, MA; Douglas (Connie) Litterer, Greene; Bruce (Jeri Lynn) Litterer, The Woodlands, TX; Dennis (Julie) Box 219 Greene, Iowa 50636. Burial will follow in the Meservey Cemetery. Funeral Services for Pamela Yezek , 74, of Greene, will be 5:00 p.m., Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St. Greene, with Pastor Daniel Fluke He was an avid supporter of the football and basketball programs at Iowa State and the University of Iowa. made their home in Sheffield, raising three children. Family Owned and Operated Since 1926. Wayne Allen Latch was born January 3, 1942 to Elroy and Helen (Boller) Latch in Rockford, Iowa. Bonnie was a soloist for her church and blessed many weddings, funerals, cantatas and other community functions with her beautiful voice. Greene until his retirement on January 1, 1984. Family and friends remember that Buck loved hymns, could display a periodic ornery streak, had the best comb-over hairstyle, and most notably his explosive laughter. She received her education in country school and attended Charles City High School. He served in the Korean War and was honorably discharged on Feb 28, 1953. He stayed Pam will be missed by her life companion, Mike Constien, Greene; children: Steve (Betty) Yezek, Manly; Stacy (Andy) Yezek, Greene; grandchildren: Zack (Diamond) Yezek, Ft. Retz Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral Services for Deanna L. 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