Carl G. Culver 1939-2011

KEARNS, CULVER, WEGHER

Posted By: Connie Swearingen-Volunteer (email)
Date: 1/31/2013 at 11:15:31

Sioux City Journal
21 December 2011

SIOUX CITY -- Carl G. Culver of Sioux City passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011, at the age of 72.

Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. John Pehrson officiating. Online condolences may be sent to www.meyerbroschapels.com.

Carl was born July 30, 1939, in Sioux City, to Howard and Peggy (Kearns) Culver. He graduated from East High School. After graduation, he served in the US Navy.

He was married to Judith Ann Wegher on Nov. 29, 1957, in Sioux City. She preceded him in death in 2002. Carl was the co-owner and operator of American Gear Company and retired in 2001. After his retirement, he became involved with the school lunch program.

Carl was a hard worker, shoeing horses, golfing, gardening, woodworking, and lending a hand to those in need. He also enjoyed attending auctions with his late wife, as well as spending time with his children and grandchildren. Carl was a loving father and will be missed by all whose lives he touched.

Carl is survived by his four daughters, Julia Culver (Larry Muckle) of Sioux City, Traci Culver of Colorado Springs, Colo., Sue ( Jeff Janssen) of Moville, Iowa, Angie Madsen of Vermillion, S.D.; brother, John (Jan Culver) of Sioux City; a sister, Cindy ( Bill Backer) of Sergeant Bluff; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and his special companion, Labrador Duke.

Memorials may be sent to Hospice of Siouxland, 4300 Hamilton Blvd., Sioux City, IA 51104.

The family members would like to thank Hospice of Siouxland for their compassion and support.