STOUT, George C. 1926-2019

STOUT, REINKE, SMITH

Posted By: K. L. Kittleson
Date: 12/22/2019 at 17:45:34

Biography--

George C. Stout, 93 of Waterloo formerly of Dunkerton, died Friday, December 20, 2019 at the Friendship Village Pavillion.

He was born June 29, 1926 in Dunkerton, Iowa, son of Lawrence and Mabel (Smith) Stout.

He graduated from Dunkerton High School in 1944. He served in the United States Navy during WWII on the USS Monitor as a Machinist Mate.

George married Marian J. Reinke on September 12, 1948, in Waterloo. Together, they were longtime members of the Walnut Ridge Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. They farmed together from 1949 to 1985. For over 23 winters, they volunteered with the Rio Grande Bible Institute where he was involved in cabinet making. He was involved in many farm groups over the years and was a member of the Waterloo VFW.

He is survived by his wife: Marian of Waterloo. Two sons: Lyle Stout and wife Joyce of Dunkerton; David Stout and his wife Lynne of Dunkerton. Four grandchildren: Heidi (Matthew) Kling, Heather (Ross) Steinbronn, Amanda (Josh) Fuessley, and Geoffrey Stout. Three great-grandchildren.

George is preceded in death by his daughter: Carolyn. Two brothers, Ed and Melvin. One sister: Leona Smith

Condolences my left at www.lockefuneralhome.com

Locke Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements: 319-233-6138

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Funeral Services: Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Walnut Baptist Church

Cemetery:
Burial will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery with Military Honors by the Waterloo American Legion 138 and VFW Post 1623, the United States Navy

Memorials:
Memorials may be sent to Walnut Ridge Baptist Church, or the Waterloo Christian School

SOURCE: Locke Funeral Service