STAUDT, Clarence Peter 1912-2012

STAUDT, YUNK, MERFELD, PAIGE

Posted By: County Coordinator
Date: 8/29/2012 at 00:47:35

Clarence Peter Staudt

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MARBLE ROCK, IOWA - Clarence Peter Staudt, 99, a longtime resident of Marble Rock, died Sunday evening, August 26, 2012, in his retirement home, Windmill Pointe, Coralville, Iowa.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 31, 2012, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Roseville with the Rev. Monsignor Walter Brunkan presiding. Burial will be in the St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Roseville with Military Honors conducted by Straud-Gates Post 387 American Legion of Marble Rock. Friends may visit Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at St. Mary's school, Roseville, Rosary Service at 7 pm.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to Hospice of North Iowa or to the family at 1500 First Ave. Apt 51, Coralville, IA 52241.

Arrangements: Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene, 641-823-4457, www.reidsfuneralchapel.com .

[Mason City Globe Gazette, August 29, 2012]

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Clarence Peter Staudt

Marble Rock, Iowa - Funeral Mass for Clarence Peter Staudt, 99, of Marble Rock will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 31, 2012, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Roseville with the Rev. Msgr. Walter Brunkan presiding.

Burial will be in the St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Roseville, with Military Honors conducted by Straud-Gates Post 387 American Legion of Marble Rock. Friends may visit Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at St. Mary's school, Roseville, Rosary Service at 7 p.m.

Clarence, a longtime resident of Marble Rock, was born on December 19, 1912, to John and Anna (Yunk) Staudt and died peacefully Sunday evening, August 26, 2012, in his retirement home, Windmill Pointe, Coralville, Iowa. He lived on the Staudt farm his entire life until his recent move to Coralville.

He received his education in the St. Mary's and Marble Rock schools and was engaged in farming until he entered the army in September 1942. Following his basic training, he volunteered for the paratroopers and served with the 82nd Airborne Division in Europe and North Africa.

Clarence was always proud of his service record. He was the recipient of several medals and honors. He received an honorable discharge as a Staff Sergeant in September 1945.

On November 25, 1946, Clarence was united in marriage to Evelyn Friedrichs Merfeld at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City. Clarence returned to the family farm and became a successful farmer, always interested in better management of the land and agricultural improvements. He was a good farmer, willing to update his knowledge of agriculture. He was community-minded and served on many local projects.

Clarence was a lifelong member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, American Legion Post 387 of Marble Rock, Rockford Golf and Country Club, past member of the Moose Lodge, Elks Club and Lions Club. He farmed full-time until his retirement in 1977 but continued to help out on the farm into his late 80s. During his retirement, Clarence enjoyed doing small woodworking projects and crafts.

Clarence and Evelyn enjoyed many years of retirement, taking trips with the Heritage Club throughout the United States and Canada. Clarence also enjoyed driving and made frequent trips visiting their out-of-state children and going to their winter home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, each year.

Clarence is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn, and their five children: Ron (Ann) Merfeld, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Mike, Marble Rock, Tom (Maria) Tucson, Arizona, Keith (Jayne) Dallas, Texas; and Lisa (Jack) Paige, Iowa City. Their grandchildren are Brad, Alison and Tyler Merfeld, Chris, Jordan and Michaela Staudt, Alex, Spencer and Betsy Paige, Regan Staudt and great-grandson, Nathan Merfeld. Also surviving are Clarence's sister, Betty Wilkie of Corpus Christi, Texas, three sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Al and Arnold; and an infant grandson.
Clarence will be remembered for his warm smile and bright blue eyes. He will be missed by his many friends in both Iowa and Florida.

Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to Hospice of North Iowa or to the family at 1500 1st Ave. Apt 51, Coralville, Iowa 52241.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid's Funeral Chapel, 519 N. First St. Greene. 641-823-4457, www.reidsfuneralchapel.com .

[Published in Globe Gazette online, August 30, 2012]

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