Juffer, Gerrit T. 1897-1991 & Gertrude Brouwer Family

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Juffer, Gerrit T. 1897-1991 & Gertrude Brouwer Family

This story was taken from pages 417-418 of the Ireton Centennial Book (1882-1982). Author unknown. The story was transcribed for this BIOS by Beth De Leeuw of the Greater Sioux County Genealogical Society. Some research notes were added by Wilma J. Vande Berg.

Gerrit T. was born on Feb. 8, 1897, in the Netherlands, and came to the U.S. in the year, 1901, with his father, Tymen Juffer, who was a widower at that time. They lived on a farm in Sioux Co., until the year 1918.

After leaving the farm, G.T. entered the National School of Business in Sioux City, Ia., from which he graduated and entered the banking business with the Security Savings Bank, in Ireton, Ia. on Oct 1, 1919.

Gertrude Brouwer was born in Hull, Ia. on Feb. 9, 1898 and had her schooling in the Hull Public Schools and Calvin College of Grand Rapids, Mi. After her schooling she taught for three years in the Sioux Center Chr. School and 1 year in the Rock Valley Chr. School.

On Aug. 5, 1920, G.T. and Gertrude were married at her residence in Hull, Ia.

To this family were born eight sons and three daughters: Theodore A. Juffer of Omaha, Nb.; Preston J. Juffer, deceased Jan. 20, 1969; Gerald A. Juffer of Ireton, Ia.; Dr. Herman G. Juffer of Decorah, Ia.; Ruth Ann Young of Onawa, Ia.; Donald R. Juffer of Wagner, S.D.; Dr. Arlin A. Juffer of Sibley, Ia.; Verla Beth Jungling of San Diego, Ca.; Leo Dean Juffer of San Diego, Ca.; Dr. Marvin J. Juffer of Hutchinson, Mn.; and Elna Jane Juffer of Sibley, Ia.

All of the Juffer children had their primary and high school education in the Ireton, Ia. schools and received a college education and now have their respective vocations where they are residing at the present time.

G.T. had always a great interest in the town of Ireton as well as the community surrounding Ireton, having seen the town from the time they still had the horse and buggy days, with hitching posts all the way from the Methodist Church four blocks down to the Depot, which was the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad. All the streets were of dirt construction and took four horses to bring the freight from the Depot to the business places after a good rain or in the spring when the frost was leaving the ground.

G.T. has practically held every responsible office during his life time in Ireton: Chamber of Commerce, Pres. Ireton Booster Club and Lions Club, City Clerk, City Treasurer, Director of the Ireton Public Schools, and Pres. for twelve years. He is a member of the Ireton Christian Reformed church, and also has served as deacon.

In the year 1959, he was nominated and elected the National Father of the Year, by the National Father’s Day committee of New York City, N.Y. The presentation was made at the State Lions Convention at Mason City, Ia. by the Governor of Iowa.

G.T.’s tenure with the Security Savings Bank, commenced on Oct. 1, 1919, as bookkeeper and gradually moved up to Teller, Ass’t. Cashier, Cashier, and President, until Jan. 1, 1963. At that time he sold controlling interest to his two sons, Preston James and Gerald A. and from that time held the Chairmanship of the Board of Directors until the present time, having been affiliated with said bank as of Oct. 1, 1919-61 years.

RESEARCH NOTES: Added by Wilma J. Vande Berg Obits from www.iagenweb.org/sioux and on line obituaries. Other ancestral information taken from ancestry.com public member trees submitted by other than this submitter.

Gerrit T. Juffer was born 8 Feb 1897 Nunspeet, Gelderland, Netherlands and died 2 Feb 1991 Rock Valley IA. His parents were Tymen Juffer 1866-1936 and Alice Franken. He married Gertrude Brouwer on 5 Aug 1920 at Hull IA

Gertrude Brouwer was born 9 Feb 1898 Lincoln Twp. Sioux County IA and died 10 May 1988 Ireton IA. Her parents were Peter Jans Brouwer 1871-1937 and Johanna Hermina Wiersma 1874-1957.

CHILDREN: Not necessarily in birth date order. Obituaries added if found in local and public archives. Other information from Find A Grave and Ancestry.com. If the party is not deceased information is considered ‘Private’and can not be accessed on line.

1. THEODORE ARNOLD JUFFER born June 27, 1921 Ireton IA and died Oct 15, 2005 Bellevue Sarpy Co. NE Buried Evergrren Memorial Park Cemetery Omaha NE. wife was Adeline B. Juffer 1920-1997. One child listed on Find A Grave as Mary Gretchen Juffer Geist 1949-2021
Omaha World Herald obit - JUFFER-Theodore A., age 84yrs, Omaha. Preceded in death by wife, Adeline B. "Addie" Juffer; parents, Gerrit and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer; brothers, Preston, Dr. Herman, and Dr. Arlin Juffer. Survived by daughters, Dr. Kristin A. Juffer, Ellicott City, MD, Gretchen Geist and husband, Harold, Lakewood, CO; grandchildren, Michael Aubrey, Santa Rose, CA, Heather Seashore and husband, Jonathan, Littleton, CO; brothers, Gerald Juffer, Ireton, IA, Donald Juffer, Wagner, SD, Leo Juffer, San Diego, CA, Dr. Marvin Juffer, Hutchison, MN; sisters, Ruth Young, Onawa, IA, Elna Juffer, San Diego, CA, Verla Jungling, San Diego, CA. SERVICES Thursday, 10:00 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 34th & Farnam. Interment Evergreen.

2. PRESTON JUFFER Born: November 17, 1922 Died: January 20, 1969
Source: Sioux Center News (1-23-1969)
Preston Juffer, 46, well-known Ireton banker, died suddenly and unexpectedly Monday morning in the Bahama Islands of a heart attack. He had been vacationing since Saturday in The Bahamas with his wife and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ping of Ireton.
Mr. Juffer was co-owner with his brother, Gerald, of the Ireton Security Savings Bank. Enroute to the Bahamas the Juffers and Pings had visited briefly with Mr. Juffer’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerrit Juffer, who are now retired from banking and living at Lake Wales, Florida. Funeral services will be held at the Christian Reformed Church in Ireton at 2 P.M. Friday with the Reverend John Rubingh officiating and burial will be made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Ireton. Mr. Juffer was born November 17, 1922, at Ireton. He married Betty Schlumbohm January 12, 1945, near Ireton. He served in the Navy during World War II. He was a charter member of the West Sioux Community School board, a member of the board of the Northwest Iowa Vocational School at Sheldon, and chairman of Group I, Northwest Iowa Bankers Association. Survivors include the widow; a son, Lynn, who is attending college at Hanover, Indiana; two daughters, Mrs. Kent (Pamela)Schwiesow of Sioux Falls, and Peggy, at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerrit Juffer of Ireton, and Florida; seven brothers, T.A. of Omaha, Gerald of Ireton, Dr. Herman of Decorah, Donald of Wagner, South Dakota, Dr. Arlin of Sibley, Leo of Boston, Massachutes, and Dr. Marvin of Hutchinson, Minnesota; and three sisters, Mrs. Cliff (Ruth) Young of Onawa, Mrs. Gerald (Verla) Jungling of Rockford, Illinois, and Mrs. Jack (Elna) Bode of Detroit.

3. GERALD JUFFER 1924-2009 Obituary Source: Sioux Center News (5-6-2009) Birth: January 18, 1924 Death: May 1, 2009 GERALD A. JUFFER, 85, of Sioux Center, formerly of Ireton, Iowa died Friday, May 1, 2009 at the Sioux Center Community Hospital. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Christian Reformed Church in Ireton with Rev. Norlyn Van Beek officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Ireton with military rites. Memorials are preferred to Sioux County Hospice (Cheers) of Sioux Center. Gerald A. Juffer was born on January 18, 1924 in Ireton, Iowa, to Gerrit T. and Gertrude (Brower) Juffer. He grew up in Ireton and attended Ireton Christian School through the 6th grade. He attended Ireton Public School from 7th grade through the 12th grade. He continued his education at the Tri-State Business School in Sioux City, Iowa. He was employed with the Security Savings Bank until he entered military service in March of 1943 to serve his country in WWII. His first 8 months he was assigned to the 8th armor division and then was transferred to the Army Corp being assigned to the Army Communications as a radio technician. He spent his overseas time in Burma maintaining radio transmitters guiding planes to fly over the mountains in Burma. He was discharged from the service in March of 1946. He was a member of the American Legion Bertam Post #276. Gerald married Velda B. Bowden on June 30, 1947 at the Presbyterian Church in Ireton and they spent over 61 years together as a married couple. Following his discharge from the military Gerald operated the Juffer Plumbing and Heating Appliance business for 7 years. After selling the business, he was re-employed with the Security Savings Bank until his retirement after 37 years with the Bank. He started as a bookkeeper and retired as the President and Chairman of the Board. During his many years with Security Savings Bank he was also a Real Estate Broker (GA Juffer Real Estate Agency) and was an independent insurance agent. Gerald also served as City Clerk of Ireton as well as a City Councilman. One of the major accomplishments during his City Council tenure was having sanitary sewer installed as well as curb and gutter including hard service streets. Gerald was a lifetime member of the Ireton Christian Reformed Church serving on various committees. He also served on the Ireton Christian School Board. He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed golfing, fishing, and reading. As his eyesight declined, he enjoyed watching Westerns on his large screen TV. He and his wife Velda spent over 20 years together at the Lake Okoboji area, prior to being snow birds for 20 years in Mesa, Arizona. Gerald and Velda moved from Ireton to independent living at Crown Pointe in Sioux Center in May of 2006. He is survived by his wife, Velda of Sioux Center; his sons, Larry of San Diego, California and Ronald and his wife Deb of Ireton; his daughters, Lanae of Evansville, Indiana and Pat and her husband Steve Flake of Lone Tree, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Anna of Keokuk, Iowa; brothers, Donald of Wagner, South Dakota, Leo of San Diego, California, and Dr. Marvin and his wife Sandy of Hutchinson, Minnesota; sisters, Ruth Young of Onawa, Iowa, Verla Jungling and her husband Gerald of San Diego, California, and Elna of Brunsville, Iowa; his sister-in-laws, Mary Jane Juffer of Frisco, Texas, Betty Juffer of Hawarden, Iowa and Pauline Juffer of Des Moines, Iowa; 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; as well as several nieces and nephews. Gerald was preceded in death by his son, Dennis; parents, Gerrit and Gertrude Juffer; brothers, Theodore and his wife Adeline, Preston, Dr. Herman, and Dr. Arlin; a brother-in-law, Clifford Young; and a sister-in-law, Della Jean Juffer.

4. HERMAN JUFFER Dr. was born 27 Mar 1926 Ireton IA died 19 Dec 2002 Decorah, IA.
Find a Grave listed Obit
Dr. Herman Juffer was born March 27, 1926 in Ireton, Iowa, to Gerrit and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer.
Upon graduation from Ireton High School he enlisted in the U. S. Navy. He spent 1944-1946 in the South Pacific.
He then attended Northwestern College in Orange City and the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tenn., where he earned his O.D. degree. He practiced in Sioux Center, Iowa for five years and then moved to Decorah in 1958 where he practiced optometry until he retired in 1989.
Dr. Juffer married JoAnn Gustafson in November of 1951. To this union two sons were born.
He married Mary Jane Williams in December of 1971.
Dr. Herman Juffer was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Preston (Pat); and sisters-in-law, Adeline and Jean
Note: Dr. Juffer is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Juffer, two sons, Dr. Kirk Juffer and Dr. Kent Juffer and their wives, Sonja Juffer and Kathy Juffer. Daughter, Jennifer Juffer. 5 grandchildren, Gustaf Juffer, Gudrun Juffer, Helen Juffer, Megan Burns, Katie Juffer Brothers, Ted Juffer, Gerald Juffer, Dr. Arly Juffer, Don Juffer, Dr. Marvin Juffer, Don Juffer, Leo Juffer,, Sisters Verla Jungling, Ruth, Elena Juffer. Contributed by Jennifer Jane Juffer

5 DONALD ROY JUFFER born Sep 27, 1931 died Dec 24, 2015 Wife - Jean of Wagner SD
Donald R. Juffer Obituary
Donald Roy Juffer was born on September 27, 1931 to parents Gerrit T. and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer in Ireton, Iowa. He passed away at his home in Wagner on December 24, 2015 at age 84. A private service for family was held on December 25th.
Don was baptized and confirmed at the Christian Reformed Church of Ireton. He attended Ireton Christian Elementary School; further, completing graduation from Ireton High School in 1949. Don proceeded to continue his education at Iowa State in Ames, Iowa. Early on in his college career, Don's older brothers, Gerald and Pat, proudly entered deployment with the military service; leaving his father with less help. Upon his father's request, Don returned home to Ireton to assist with the family bank. Doing so, Don found his passion and calling as a banker. In 1951, Don's brothers returned home safely and returned to the family bank.
Don chose Wagner, SD for the next chapter of his life. He met Bly and Juanita Wilson who graciously opened their home to him; he resided there for six years. He began work at Commercial State Bank where he built up a respectable work ethic that was easily recognized and admired. While working at the bank Don embarked on the opportunity to further his education with summer courses over a period of three years and graduated from the prestigious Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, WI. Don united in marriage with the love of his life, Della JEAN DeRaad, on June 28, 1956.
In 1969, Don's brother (Pat) passed away. Once again, his father called upon him to return to Ireton to help with the family bank. Don declined the opportunity and chose to stay in Wagner where he and Jean had already started a new home and family of their own.
Don had a great love for the community of Wagner. He had many great visions and dreams for the possibilities of Wagner and he felt called to do what he could to make the town and surrounding areas better for future generations. This calling led him to be a significant member of the community as he served on numerous boards for several different organizations. Some include: Commercial State Bank, Frei Insurance Agency, Juffer Real Estate, Wagner Native Ethanol, District III, Wagner Community Hospital, Industry and Commerce, Good Samaritan Society of Wagner (he was an instrument in getting this established in Wagner), St. John's Lutheran Church, Wagner Area Growth, Wagner Rotary, Elks, Masons, Randall Hills Country Club, Fort Randall Marina, Wagner City Councilman and Mayor. Don was a key part of getting the Veteran Hospital located in Wagner and worked closely with many tribal members on different issues throughout the years. Don worked diligently on the Wagner Community School establishment and evolvement to continue creating opportunities for education. In recognition for his service and commitment to the community and the people, Don was honorably recognized for his contributions. Upon other items, he enjoyed riding as the Wagner Labor Day Parade Marshall as a recognizable figure of the community. A special award Don took pride in was the Governor's Tokeya Mani in South Dakota's Order of the White Buffalo, given by Gov. Frank Farrer on Dec 30, 1970 for his deeds and accomplishments. In the Sioux language, Tokeya Mani is the "one who goes ahead"; giving Don the special acknowledgment that he excelled among his fellow citizens. Don's impact to the community was at large, to say the least.
(because of the length of the obit submitter omitted a few paragraphs about his virtues)
Don is preceded in passing by his parents Gerrit and Gertrude, father and mother-in-law Leon and Freida DeRaad, wife Della JEAN Juffer, son-in-law Ron Williams; and the following brothers and sisters-in-law: Ted and Adeline Juffer of Omaha, NE, Gerald Juffer of Ireton, IA, Preston (Pat) and Betty Juffer of Ireton, IA, Herman Juffer (1st wife Joann Gustafson) of Decorah, IA, Arlin and Pauline of Sibly, IA, Leo Juffer of San Diego, CA, Cliff Young of Onawa, IA, and Phil Abbott of Eagle Grove, IA.
He is survived by his three children: Gerrit (Michele) Juffer of Wagner, SD, Donna Juffer-Williams of Brandon, SD, and Jeff (Melonie) Juffer of Wagner, SD; nine grandchildren: Kirk Williams of Minneapolis, MN, Katherine Williams of Brandon, SD, Jacqueline Juffer of Lincoln, NE, Kathleen Juffer of Vermillion, SD, Sidney Juffer of Wagner, SD, Cody Juffer of North Sioux City, SD, Tory Juffer of Sioux Falls, SD, Sierra Juffer of Wagner, SD, and Schylar Juffer of Wagner, SD; brother Marvin (Sandra) Juffer of Hutchinson, MN; sisters: Ruth Young of Onawa, IA, Verla (Jerry) Jungling of San Diego, CA, and Elna Juffer of Craig, IA; sisters-in-law: Joyce Abbott of Mesa, AZ, Audrey (Gene) Dominic of Grand Island, NE, and Mary Jane Juffer of Texas; and nieces and nephews.

6. Arlin Juffer born Mar 4, 1933 Ireton IA
Thursday, September 22, 2005 Sioux City Journal, Sioux City, Woodbury, Iowa, USA
SIBLEY, Iowa -- Dr. Arlin Juffer, 72, of Sibley died Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2005, at his residence.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sibley, with the Revs. Kim and Trudy Peterson officiating. Burial will be in Holman Township Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 8 p.m. today, with the family present 6 to 8 p.m., at Walton-Roste Funeral Home in Sibley.Arlin Allen Juffer was born March 4, 1933, in Ireton, Iowa, the son of Gerritt and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer. He was baptized and confirmed at the Christian Reformed Church in Ireton. He attended Ireton Christian Elementary School and graduated from Ireton High School in 1950. He went to Westmar Junior College in Le Mars, Iowa, and took his undergraduate classes at the University of Iowa and then went on to dental school. He served two years in the U.S. Navy in Oceanside, Calif., earning the rank of lieutenant.On July 27, 1956, he was united in marriage to Pauline Kading at St. John's Lutheran Church in Ireton. He had his own private dental practice in Sibley for 40 years. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where he attended Men's Bible Study, served as a greeter and was part of the Lutheran Golf Group. He was a member of the Rotary Club, Sibley Community Golf Course and the Men's Coffee Club (at the downtown cafe). He served as a board member of Country View Manor, as a city council member and was a member of the Northwest Iowa Dental Association. His hobbies included golfing, working on computers, fishing, working in the yard, hunting and especially being with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Pauline Juffer of Sibley; four children, Paul (Paula) Juffer of West Des Moines, Julie Juffer of Johnston, Iowa, Mary Jo (Kevin) Judd of Excelsior, Minn., and Matt (Amber) Juffer of West Des Moines; four grandchildren, Ben and Nick Juffer and Nate and Luke Juffer; five brothers, Ted Juffer of Omaha, Gerald (Velda) Juffer of Ireton, Iowa, Don Juffer of Wagner, S.D., Leo Juffer of San Diego, Calif., and Marvin (Sandra) Juffer of Minnesota; three sisters, Ruth Young of Onawa, Iowa, Verla (Jerry) Jungling of San Diego, Calif., and Elna Juffer of Santa Barbara, Calif.; two sisters-in-law, Betty Juffer of Ireton, Iowa, and Mary Jane Juffer of Decorah, Iowa; his mother-in-law, Elvira Kading of Ireton, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Pat and Herman Juffer.

7. Leo Juffer born Sep 29, 1934 died Mar 3, 2015
IRETON, Iowa | Leo Dean Juffer, 80, formerly of Ireton suffered a massive heart attack and passed away peacefully on March 3, 2015.
Leo Dean Juffer was born to Gerrit and Gertrude Brouwer Juffer on Sept. 29, 1934, in Ireton. He attended the Ireton schools, graduating from high school in 1952. He continued his education at Morningside College in Sioux City, receiving a BA in music in 1956. He then attended Boston University and earned his master's in music in 1957. He was an accomplished pianist performing with the Sioux City and Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Symphonies. The U.S. Army interrupted his music career. From 1957 to 1959 he served in the Panama Canal Zone. Once his service was complete, he went back to Boston and continued his studies. In 1969, he moved to the University of Indiana in Bloomington to start work toward his doctorate. In 1979, Leo took a new path and moved to San Diego, Calif., where he worked as a supervisor for EF Hutton, Sherman Lehman and First Capital. His retirement was spent enjoying his huge music library and books, going to the beach, which was at his back door, and working at a home for persons with mental and physical challenges. All these activities filled his soul and mind. He is survived by two brothers, Donald and Dr. Marvin; three sisters, Ruth Young, Verla Jungling and Elna Juffer; and lots of loving nieces and nephews, whose company he enjoyed. He is preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; three sister-in-laws; and one nephew. Source: Sioux City Journal online obituary.

8. Marvin Juffer Dr. born 24 Jun 1939 died 20 Sep 2005 Hutchinson MN. Dr Marvin and wife Sandy were living in Hutchinson MN in 1991. Two children, one noted as Clint Tymen Juffer.
Submitter could not find an obituary of Marvin

9. Ruth Ann Juffer born Dec 31, 1929 Mrs. Young 1929-2023
Ruth Ann Young, 93, of Onawa, Iowa, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Pleasant View Care Center, Whiting, Iowa, where she had been living for the past 4 years.
A Memorial Service will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, August 25, 2023 at the Onawa United Methodist Church, Onawa, Iowa, with Pastor David Godwin, officiating. A live stream of the service will be posted on the Goslar Funeral Home website with Ruth’s obituary. Burial will follow in the Onawa Cemetery, Onawa, Iowa. A visitation will be 12:00 (noon) -1:00 P.M. at the church on Friday, August 25, 2023. Arrangements are under the direction of Goslar Funeral Home and Monuments, Onawa, Iowa. Ruth was born December 31, 1929, in Ireton, Iowa, the daughter of Gerrit and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer. She graduated with the Ireton High School class of 1947. Ruth began college at Northwestern and then transferred to Buena Vista where she graduated with her teaching certificate. After her graduation, Ruth moved to Onawa, IA, where she was a first grade teacher. It was during this time that she met and fell in love with a young banker, Clifford Young. Ruth and Cliff were united in marriage on June 10, 1952, at the Christian Reformed Church in Ireton. To this union they had two children, Bill and Sally.After starting her family, Ruth enjoyed substitute teaching for many years. She also extended her teaching skills by becoming a Sunday school teacher, a Cub Scout Den Leader, and a Campfire Girl’s Leader. She devoted her spare time to encouraging her children’s interests in their academics, sports, music, and church youth group activities. She was always that Mom that was willing to drive her children and their friends to various activities. Ruth enjoyed playing golf, Bridge, and Farkle with her friends. She and Cliff had the pleasure of spending many years camping and exploring the US together. They followed that by spending several years at their winter home in Texas. Ruth was a member and past officer of PEO. She was a life-long Christian, and an active member of the Onawa United Methodist Church for almost 70 years. Survivors include her children, Bill (Jill) Young of Le Mars, IA, and Sally (Dr. Mark) Dominick of Sioux Falls, SD; grandchildren, Benjamin (Chrissie) Young of Dakota Dunes, SD, Samuel (Ashley) Young of West Des Moines, IA, Jacob Young of Lawrenceville, IL, J.T. (Jennifer) Dominick of Nashville, TN, Kathryn (Jason) Moore of Sioux Falls, SD, and Jason (Kristin) Dominick of Evansville, IN; great-grandchildren, Madison Young, Braylon Dean, Jaxson Dean, Peyton Young, Harper Young, Jordan Young, Eliza Moore, Weller Moore, Dominick Moore, Issac Dominick, and Lauren Dominick; siblings, Verla (Gerald) Jungling of San Diego, California, and Dr. Marvin (Sandy) Juffer of Hutchinson, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Velda Juffer of Sioux Center, Iowa; many other nieces, nephews, and other family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Young; parents, Gerrit and Gertrude (Brouwer) Juffer; sister, Elna Juffer; and brothers, Ted (Adeline) Juffer, Preston (Betty) Juffer, Gerald Juffer, Dr. Herman (Mary Jane) Juffer, Donald (Jean) Juffer, Dr. Arlin (Pauline) Juffer, and Leo Juffer. Source: Goslar Funeral Home online obituary.

10. Verla Juffer Mrs. Gerald L. Jungling 87 yrs born 1937 living in San Diego CA. Due to not being deceased, because of privacy issues no information could be found on line.

11. Elna Jane Juffer born 12 Jan 1944 Ireton IA Private information - not deceased. Marriage record found, Miss Elna Jane Juffer married 26 Dec 1965 Hawarden IA to Jack A. Bode

OBITUARY OF GERRIT T. JUFFER 1897-1991
Source: Ireton Examiner (2-7-1991)
Born: February 8, 1897 Died: February 2, 1991
Gerrit T. Juffer, 93, of Ireton, died Saturday, February 2, at the nursing home in Rock Valley.
Services were held Wednesday at Christian Reformed Church in Ireton. Reverend Wybren Oord officiated with burial in Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Ireton. Porter-Dow Funeral Home, Ireton, in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Juffer was born February 8, 1897, in Nunspeet, The Netherlands. He came with his family to the United States in 1901 and to a farm in Sioux County. He attended the National School of Business in Sioux City and entered the banking business at the Security Savings Bank in Ireton in October 1919. He retired as president in January 1963, when he sold the business to his sons, Preston and Gerald. He married Gertrude Brouwer August 5, 1920, in Hull. She died in May 1988.
Mr. Juffer was a member of the Ireton Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, and Ireton Public School Board, having served as president 12 years. He was a past president of the Ireton Booster Club. He served as Ireton City Clerk and City Treasurer. He was a member and past deacon of Christian Reformed Church. In 1959 he was elected National Father of the Year by the National Father’s Day Committee of New York City.
Survivors include sons and their wives, Theodore and Adeline of Omaha, Gerald and Velda of Ireton, Dr. Herman and Mary Jane of Decora, Donald and Jean of Wagner, South Dakota, Dr. Arlin and Paula of Sibley, Dr. Marvin and Sandy of Hutchinson, Minnesota, and Leo of San Diego, California; and three daughters, Ruth and her husband, Clifford Young, of Onawa, Verla and her husband, Gerald Jungling, of San Diego, California, and Elna Juffer of the Virgin Islands; 27 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.

OBITUARY OF GERTRUDE JUFFER 1898-1988
Hawarden Independent of Mary 19, 1988
Gertrude Juffer, 90, of Ireton died Tuesday, May 10,1988, in a hospital in Orange City after a long illness. Services were 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 13, 1988 in the Christian Reformed Church in Ireton with the Rev. Wybren Oord officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Casket bearers were Larry Juffer, Lynn Juffer, Kent Juffer, Gary Juffer, Paul Juffer, William Young, Dennis Juffer, Ronald Juffer, Mat Juffer, Nick Bode and Jeff Juffer.
Mrs. Juffer, the former Gertrude Brouwer, was born February 9, 1898, near Hull. She graduated from Hull High School and Calvin College, in Grand Rapids, MI. She taught in Christian schools in Sioux Center and Rock Valley for three years. On August 5, 1920, she married Gerrit Juffer at her parents' home near Hull. Mrs. Juffer was a member of the Christian Reformed Church of Ireton, Ruth Circle of the church and American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband; seven sons, Theodore of Omaha, Gerald of Ireton, Dr. Herman of Decorah, Donald of Wagner, SD, Dr. Arlin of Sibley, Leo of San Diego, CA, and Dr. Marvin Juffer of Hutchinson, MN; three daughters, Mrs. Clifford (Ruth Ann) Young of Onawa, Mrs. Gerald (Verla) Jungling of San Diego and Elna Jane Juffer of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands; a sister, Mrs. John (Anna) Kragt of Rock Valley; 27 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Preston.

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