Adams, Lois Ruth Gardner - Lois Ruth Gardner Adams was born October 22, 1934 in Bethany, Missouri, the daughter of Franklin and Bessie (Stevens) Gardner. She passed away on Friday morning, September 30, 2016 at Bedford Specialty Care in Bedford, Iowa at the age of 81 years, 11 months and 8 days.
Lois attended school through the 8th grade and later married Donald Adams in 1954. This union was blessed with three children; Mary, Joe and Rodney. Lois was a faithful member of the Clarinda Church of God for over 28 years. She was a homemaker raising her three children and helping with her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Bessie Gardner; her husband, Donald Adams; her daughter, Mary Adams; three brothers, Wade, Jesse and John Gardner; and four sisters, Violet Keeler, Mae Teague, Marie Waggoner and Jean Bryant.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Joe Adams of Clarinda, Iowa, Rodney Adams and wife Rita of Clarinda, Iowa; three grandchildren, Rodney Jr., Cindy and Eric; a sister, Alice Manchester; along with many other relatives and friends

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, May 16, 2005, at Burr Oak Church Cemetery, Skidmore, Missouri, for Mary Esther (Irvine) Botkin, Kirksville, Missouri.
Mary Esther (Irvine) Botkin, age 98, passed away on Sunday, March 20, 2005, at Twin Pines Adult Care Center. The daughter of Hamilton Armstrong and Maude (McElroy) Irvine, she was born November 22,1906, in Blanchard, Iowa. On December 9, 1927, in Mound City, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Edson Carter Botkin, Sr., who preceded her in death on April 16, 1951. She was also preceded in death by her parents; her son, Edson Carter Botkin, Jr.; four brothers, John, Francis, Robert and Harry Irvine; one sister, Lola Folden; and three half-brothers, Hamilton, Edward and Thomas Irvine.
She is survived by her daughter, Mary Lee Hall of Kirksville; a daughter-in-law, Jocelyn N. Botkin of Lee Summit, Missouri; four grandchildren, Belinda (Hall) Lynch and husband, James, Fredericksburg, Virginia, Brian G. Hall, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Melanie (Botkin) Lowe and husband, Pete, Hammontown, New Jersey, and Laura Botkin, Chicago, Illinois; and six great-grandchildren; a sister, Helen Knepper, Perry, Iowa; a brother, James Irvine and wife, Marian, Fairfax; and several nieces and nephews.
Mary was raised in Atchison County, Missouri, and graduated from Daleview High School. After the death of her husband, she returned to college and received her degree from Northwest Missouri State Teachers College in 1953. She taught elementary school in North Kansas City, Rock Port, Platte City and Mendon, Missouri, until her retirement in 1972.

She was a member of the First Methodist Church, belonged to Ruth Circle, a member of Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Business and Professional Women and a life member of the Retired Teachers of Missouri. She enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening, family and friends. Memorials may be directed to the First Methodist Church or the Adair County Public Library. Memorials can be sent to the Davis-Playle-Hudson-Rimer Funeral Home, 2100 E. Shep­herd Ave., Kirksville, MO 63501.

Brooks, James Ralph - James Ralph Brooks was born July 16, 1929 in Sheridan, Missouri, the son of Willie Ralph and Violet Faye (McKinley) Brooks. He passed away early Saturday morning, October 15, 2016 at his home in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 87 years, 2 months and 16 days.
Jim grew up in the New Market area and attended New Market Schools. Following high school, he served his country in the United States Air Force. On October 1, 1950 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Marie Nothwehr at Immanuel Lutheran Church north of Clarinda. This union was blessed with three children; Steve, Doug and Pat.
Jim worked for Iowa Light and Power for 33 years, retiring in 1985. He also farmed in the New Market area for several years. Following his retirement, Jim and Dorothy wintered in Yuma, Arizona for 30 years. Jim was a member of the American Legion and St. John Lutheran Church in Clarinda. He enjoyed golf, billiards and caring for his lawn and roses. His true love was his family, especially the grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Steve; and siblings, Edith Palmer, Cleo Snyder, Frank McNut, Midge Barlow, Helen Baker, Gladys Tyes and Winifred Combs.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Dorothy Brooks of Clarinda, Iowa; his children, Doug Brooks and his wife Melody of Antelope, California, Pat Mechem and her husband Bret of Ankeny, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Pam Brooks of Papillion, Nebraska; nine grandchildren, Jeremy Brooks and his wife Betty of Papillion, Nebraska, Dawn Holsten and her husband Ryan of Lincoln, Nebraska, Matt Brooks and his wife Heather of Bellevue, Nebraska, Jessica Brooks of Logan, Iowa, Dana Brooks Young and her husband Regan of Clarinda, Iowa, Jessica Steffen of Mt. Ayr, Iowa, Nicole McDermott of Johnston, Iowa, Wes Sefrit and his wife Courtney of Granger, Iowa, Amber Hagen and her husband Eric of Big Lake, Minnesota, Cory Mechem and his wife Lindsey of Andover, Minnesota; 20 great grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; a sister, Florence Goar and her husband Bob of Boise, Idaho; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at St. John Lutheran Church in Clarinda with Rev. Daryl Tompkins officiating. Burial will be in Memory Cemetery in New Market, Iowa at a later date. Visitation with the family present will take place on Wednesday evening, October 19, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to the Page County Relay for Life, SMC Hospice in Shenandoah, or St. John Lutheran Church in Clarinda. Online remembrances of condolences can be shared with the family at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements

Cain, Carl C. - Carl Clayton Cain, 60, of Shenandoah, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 24, 2016 at his home.

A celebration of Carl's life will be held on Saturday morning, October 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. the Forest Park Apartments Banquet Room. Casual attire is requested.

Survivors include his three children and eight grandchildren, Angela Wilson and husband Steve and their children Todd, Casey, Kristofer of Shenandoah, IA; Jonathan Cain and wife Cassandra and their children, Haylee and Jenna of Branson West, MO; Clarissa Herr and significant other Dannie and her kids, Treye, Emma and Logan of Shenandoah, IA; twin sister, Carla Failor and husband Mike of Inman, SC and their sons, Tyler and Joseph; other relatives and many friends.

ATLANTIC — A woman and child killed in a crash on Interstate 80 were from Des Moines, officials with the Iowa State Patrol said.
Nicole Clayton, 27, a Clarinda native, and her 4-year-old daughter, Jada, died in a head-on collision Friday near Dexter, the State Patrol said.
Clayton's westbound car crossed the median and crashed into the eastbound semitrailer truck about 2 a.m., the patrol said.
The truck driver and a passenger in the semi were injured.—AP - OMAHA WORLD-HERALD June 21, 2005

Davis, David Clarence - Funeral services for Rev D.C. Davis, 64, of Clarinda will be held at 10 am Friday at the Westminster United Presbyterian Church, with Dr J.D. Almes officiating. Burial will be in tin the Clarinda Cemetery.

Rev Davis died Tuesday noon at the municipal hospital after being hospitalized for two weeks.

Honorary casketbearers at the service will be members of the Westminster Church session which includes Gary Alger, James G. Montgomery, Kent Thorson, Dr James Campbell, Fred Fisher, Richard Davidson, Kenneth Cassat, Robert G. Brown and Mr and Mrs Clyde Campbell.

Active bearers will be Dr Willard Kuehn, Dr Kenneth Jensen, Joe Tunnicliff, Harland Prather, O.K. Brewer, John (Pete) Brummett, Ferrell Reed and Charles Larson.

Music will be furnished by the church choir, under the direction of Mrs Clyde Campbell, with Mrs John Sperry organist. At the register books will be Mrs Harland Prather and Miss Essie Davison. Ushers will be Fred Tomlinson, Leland Reeve, George Segrist and Lyle Cassat.

Rev Davis was boen Dec 19, 1908, at Carroll, Neb, the son of Rev and Mrs David Thomas Davis. He was graduated from Parsons College in Fairfield in 1931 and Omaha Theological Seminary in 1941. On Aug 18 of that year he and Elizabeth Thompson were married in Omaha.

On Sept 28, 1948, Rev Davis began his pastorate at the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clarinda after having served eight years as pastor of the United Presbyterian churches in Vail and Westside, Iowa.

He serviced as vice moderator of the Presbyterian Synod of Iowa, moderator of the Southwest Iowa Presbytery, president of the Clarinda Ministerial Alliance and was chairman of numerous committees within the Presbytery. He was an active member of the church camping program and served as director and councelor of area camps for many years. He also was the chief director of the Clarinda church basketball program.

Rev Davis is survived by his wife and two sons, the Rev Ron Lee Davis of Minneapolis, Minn, and Paul John Davis of Denver, Colo; three brothers, Everette Davis of Crawfordsmille, James Davis of Indianola and Idris Davis of St Petersburg, Fla; a sister, Mrs Henry Larson of Denver, and one grandson.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 7:30 to 9:30 this Thursday evening at the Lavelle Funeral Home in Clarinda.

Memorials may be directed to the Westminster Presyterian Church.

CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 12, 1973

Fidler, Eddie Arthur - Rev. Eddie Arthur Fidler, son of Eddie Hutchison and Evelyn (O’Dell) Fidler, was born on August 18, 1933 at Hawleyville, Iowa. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday evening, September 20, 2016 at his home in Hawleyville at the age of 83 years, 1 month, 2 days.

Growing up in Hawleyville, Eddie attended grade school in Hawleyville through the eighth grade. He attended high school in Clarinda, graduating from Clarinda High School with the Class of 1951.

On July 20, 1953, Eddie enlisted into the United States Army in Omaha, Nebraska during the Korean Conflict. He was honorably discharged on July 19, 1956 at Fort Bliss, (El Paso) Texas.

On July 23, 1954 in Clarinda, Iowa, Eddie married the love of his life, Rose Marie Thompson. To this union three children were born: Evelyn, Bill and Jason.

After being discharged from the Army, Eddie owned a small TV shop in Bedford, IA from 1956 to 1959. It was during this time that Eddie felt a calling to serve the Lord. He began attending Open Bible College in 1960 and was working at Mitchum TV. In 1965, he became an Open Bible Pastor and also worked as a painter and contractor through 1970. He then served as Pastor at the Centerville, Iowa Open Bible Church and continued to work as a contractor in addition until 1975, when he worked as a traveling evangelist for one year. He then returned back to southwest Iowa and Clarinda, where he worked as Pastor of the Clarinda Church of God. He continued to supplement his income working as a contractor and farmhand until 1979, when he became a full-time Pastor. He pastored in Clarinda until retiring in 2012.

Over the years, Eddie was a member of the Nodaway Leather Guild, various archery, hunting and fishing clubs and the Church of God Youth Camp, serving as head cook. Eddie enjoyed the great outdoors and particularly hunting and fishing, camping and archery. He also enjoyed the Leather Guild and spending time with his family and extended church family.

Preceding Eddie in death were his parents; father and mother-in-law, William Owen and Mary Marie (Eberly) Thompson; two grandchildren, Michael Gene Gibson, Jr. and Danual Eddie Fidler; and wife, Rose Marie. Survivors include his three children, Evelyn Marie (Fidler) Gibson and husband Michael Gene of Clarinda, IA, William Eddie Fidler and wife Lepha Lucille (Maxwell) of Hawleyville, IA and Jason Kent Fidler and wife Megan Kristine (McClarnon) of Shambaugh, IA; seven grandchildren, Janelle Sue (Gibson) Baldwin and husband Michael Joe, Douglas Lee Fidler and wife Trudy Lynae (Adams), Amy Dawn Longnecker, William Kent Fidler and wife Rachel Ann (Johnson), Justin Forrest Fidler and wife Caycie (Garner), Grace Marie Fidler and Adalyn Kristine Fidler; 15 great grandchildren, Rodney Joe Baldwin, William Owen Gibson, Jacob Danual Fidler, Natalie Diane Fidler, Jeffrey Kent Fidler, Naomi Marie Fidler, Corben Douglas Fidler, Jaycee Ann Fidler, Jaxen Bradley Michael Fidler, Kyra Breanne Larabee, Jeremiah Danual Fidler, Jude Michael Fidler, Kolena Jo Crisp Harley Rose Longnecker and Heritage Marie Longnecker; two great-great grandchildren, Abigail Jo Crisp and Zachary Eugene Crisp; other relatives and many friends.

Graveside Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at the Hawleyville Cemetery with Rev. William Fidler officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Sergy American Legion Post #98 of Clarinda, Iowa. Memorials are being directed to Page County Veterans Affairs or to the family. Please join the family following the graveside service at the Shambaugh Community Center for lunch

Finley, Robert McCullough -Robert McCullough Finley was born in Adams county, Ohio, on Nov 25, 1817, and died at his home south of this city on Saturday, October 14, 1899, at two o'clock p.m. Funeral services were held at the home on Monday, October 16, at eleven o'clock am conducted by Rev S.E. Martin, of College Springs, and the body was laid to rest in the Clarinda cemetery. The funeral was one of the most largely attended ever held from this city. Music was furnished by Mr and Mrs McCutchan, Mrs Wm. Irwin and M.G. Hoge. The six pall bearers were, Samuel Finley, Christopher and Samuel Hart, James McCracken, J.R. Knox and James Blair. The floral offerings were beautiful.

Kidney trouble, combined with paralysis and a general bread-down, were the cause of Mr Finley's death. He was first taken seriously ill about three weeks ago, but was not confined to his bed until a week ago. He was conscious to the last, and bore his suffering with great fortitude and patience.

Mr Finley became a member of the Reformed Presbyterian church of North America in early manhood, his parents being members of that body. In the spring of 1847 he removed to Peoria county, Ill, and there became a charter member of the Associate Presbyterian church of Bethel, now the United Presbyterian church. Here he remained until the spring of 1893, when he removed to Page county, Iowa.

He was married to Elizabeth Catherine Hogue, of Butler County, Ohio, on September 5, 1845. Of this marriage were born nine children, --six of whom,--John H., Horace A., Elmer H., William R., Phoebe Damaris (Now Mrs Jas. Pinkerton) and Ellen Jane, (now Mrs Karnaghan), are living, and three, Mary Ann, Robert G., and an infant, are dead. Mrs Finley died on August 26, 1863. On December 8, 1868, Mr Finley was again married to Mrs Eliza Jane Logan, of Peoria County. Three children were born to them, all of them dying in infancy. Mrs Finley herself passed away in this city on March 31st, 1897.

All of the children of Mr Finley reside in the neighborhood of the home where he died, except William R., whose home is in Rockford, Ill., and who was unable to be at the funeral. One notable act of Mr Finley's life was that he left to each of his children a good farm, and all his life he seemed to be laboring for their happiness. Only a few days before his death he purchased a sixty-acre tract of land near his home, for one of his daughters, in order that the children might have the same legacy from him. Generosity, industry, and honesty were characteristics of Mr Finley's life. He was a conscientious and hard-working man, and his splendid life will be an incentive and an inspiration to his children and to those who knew him best. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 17, 1899

Relatives here have received word of the death Dec. 6 [1983] of Alvin Freudenburg,  67,  formerly of
Clarinda, who died at his home in Sedona, Az, following a heart attack.
He is survived by his wife, Coleen; one son, Curt and two grandchildren and other relatives.
Memorial services will be held this Saturday in Sedona. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 8, 1983

Freudenburg, Anna - Mrs Anna M. Feudenburg, 84, widow of the late Henry Freudenburg, died at Mason City at 9:40 pm Saturday. She was daughter of the late Herman and Gebke Siedenburg Meyer, and her birthplace was Hanover, Germany. Most of her life was spent in Clarinda, but for the last four and one half years she has lived with her son at Mason City. The cause of her death was a heart attack.

She is survived by her son, Alvin Freudenburg of Mason City, two brothers, Herman D. Meyer and Fred A. Meyer, and a sister, Mrs Ed (Minnie) Blume, all of Clarinda.

Funeral services will be conducted from the St John's Lutheran church Tuesday with the Rev C.D. Uetzmann in charge. Prayer services will be in the church chapel at 1:45 pm with the main services starting at 2 pm. Funeral arrangements are in charge of the Walker Funeral Home, and burial will be at the side of her husband in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 26, 1965

Freudenburg, Bertha -

Rebekah Margaretha Bertha Freudenburg - The enitre life of Mrs George Freudenburg who died [Apr 19, 1925] in a hospital in St Joseph, Mo., was spent in Page county, Iowa, being the oldest daughter of John Herman Sump (deceased) and his wife, Maria Louise, nee Ringel, born September 10th, 1885 in Nodaway township. In her early youth she was baptized in the name of the Triume God by the Rev C.F.W. Brandt of the Immanuel Lutheran church. After attending the Christian Day school of that church for several years she was confirmed in the year 1894 on March 18th by the same pastor. Her confirmation vow she faithfully kept to her very last. The good influence of her christian parents left an indelible impression upon her. In the year 1902, the 30th of January, she entered the estate of holy matrimony with Mr George Freudenburg. This union was blessed with four sons: one, Arnold, preceded her into eternity, dying in infancy. Unto her children she was a good Christian mother who considered not only their bodily needs, but also their spiritual welfare.

Since the year 1918 when she with her husband and family moved to their present home, east of the city, she was a faithful member of St John's Lutheran church.

Mrs Freudenburg was blessed with a very pleasant disposition and therefore naturally has many friends, who, with the dear relatives, mourn her early death.

Her married life was a very happy life until about two years ago, when she was afflicted with an insidious disease. After consulting and following the instructions of local physicians for some time she sought medical aid from specialists in Omaha. At times the prospects for complete recovery were good, but further developments of the hidden disease destroyed these fervent hopes. Even in her great affliction she maintained a cheerful spirit.

As a last resort she willingly submitted to a serious operation for tumor in a hospital at St Joseph. The first report after the operation was very favorable. The following day, however, her strength began to fail, and she peacefully fell asleep Saturday noon at 12:15. The prayer on her lips as life passed away reads: "Jesus blood and righteousness, My Beauty are, my glorious dress: Wherein before my God I stand, When I shall reach the heavenly land."

Besides the aged mother, Mrs Maria Sump, and the grief-stricken husband, her departure is mourned by the three sons: Rueben, Melvin and Ralph and one daughter-in-law, Mrs Sophie Freudenburg. She is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Fred Sump and William Sump of Yorktown, John and Dietrich Sump of Clarinda, Mrs Anna Janssen, Mrs Dorothea Nothwehr and Mrs Mary Herzberg of Yorktown. She will also be sadly missed by many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at the St John's Lutheran church in charge of the pastor, Rev T.J. Vogel, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The text of the sermon was: "For to me to live in Christ, and to die is gain," Phil. 1, 21. An appropriate duet was ung by the Misses Helena Hennemann and Elsie Sunderman. The Rev O. Bahr of Yorktown was present by request and gave an address in German.

Pallbearers were: Fred, John, Will and Dick Sump, John Nothwehr and William Jansen. The attendance at the funeral was very large, and many people had to be turned away from the house and could not hear the service. The floral offerings were profuse. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 24, 1925

Freudenburg, George - Funeral services for George Freudenburg were held Nov 15, 1963 at St John's Lutheran Church in Clarinda at 2 pm with a prayer service for the family preceding. Rev C.D. Uetzmann officiated.

Members of the St John's Choir sang "Asleep in Jesus." The Messrs Herbert Herzberg, Wayne Sump, Ernest Meyer, Harold Nothwehr, Wilbur Sump and Marrel Sump served as pallbearers. Mrs Herman Blume, Mrs Martin Miller and Mrs Casper Sunderman were in charge of floral offerings.

Interment was in the Clarinda Cemetery.

George Henry Freudenburg was born at Seymour, Ind, Feb 6, 1872. He was baptized by the Rev J.G. Laver in Indiana. He was confirmed April 16?, 1886 by the Rev C.F.W. Brandt of Immanuel, Clarinda. He was the son of the late Ernest Freudenburg and his wife born Katharina Dieckhaus. He came with his parents from Indiana when he was an infant in 1872. He attended parochial school and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran until 1918 when he transfered to Clarinda and joined St John's Lutheran. He has been a member of St John's ever since and served as elder in the congregation.

He was married to Bertha Sump January 30, 1902. This union was blessed with four sons.

Arnold has preceded his father into eternity by passing away in infancy. His wife Bertha passed away April 23, 1925.

He was married to Elise Steeve 4, 1927 [sic]. She passed away January 18, 1946.

George Freudenburg passed away November 13, 1963 at the age of 91 years and 9 months.

Three sons survive. They are R.E. Freudenburg of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Melvin Freudenburg and Ralph Freudenburg of Clarinda. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 25, 1963

Freudenburg, Henry - Funeral services for Henry Freudenburg were conducted on Thursday afternoon, Feb 19, at 1:45 in the home, 715 North 14th street, and at 2 o'clock in St John's Lutheran church. Rev W.H. Discher officiated. Two hymns were sung by the Misses Elnora Salomon and Irma Westerman, and Darwin Buch and Emmet Von Dielingen. Pallbearers were Melvin Freudenburg, Ralph Freudenburg, Ernest Herzberg, Oscar Herzberg, Paul Herzberg and Ernest Meyer. The Mesdames H.H. Blume, Ernest Meyer, Caspar Sunderman and Miss Amelia Meyer were in charge of floral offerings. Interment took place in the Clarinda cemetery.

Henry John Freudenburg son of Ernest Freudenburg and his wife, Katherine, nee Dickhaus, was born Dec 3, 1869, in Jackson county, Indiana. On Jan 3, 1870, he was baptized by Rev Schaechter. When he was about 5 years old, the family came to Page county making their home in Nodaway township. He was confirmed April 14, 1884 in Immanuel Lutheran church by the Rev C.F.W. Brandt. On May 28, 1903, he was married to Miss Anna Meyer, Rev C. Jobst solemnizing the marriage.

For a period of ten years they lived on a farm northwest of Clarinda. There were two sons, one of whom, Marcus, died in infancy.

Mr Freudenburg served the local Lutheran church, of which he was a member, as sexton for many years, and had been performing his duties until the 5th of this month when he was afflicted with illness. On Monday, Feb 16, he died at the age of 78 years, 2 months and 13 days.

Survivors are his wife, Anna, his son and daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs Alvin Freudenburg of Clarksburg, W Va; three brothers, George and John of Clarinda, and H.C. of Albuquerque, NM; one sister, Mrs Emma Meyer of Clarinda; two sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law, besides many other relatives and a host of friends.

Contributions were gien in his memory for the following purposes: "The Daily Chapel", a broadcast originating in Council Bluffs; The Lutheran Old People's Home, Omaha; The International Lutheran Hour; the building fund of St John's Lutheran church; The Lutheran Home-finding society, Ft Dodge; and Bethesda Lutheran Home, Watertown, Wisc. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Feb 23, 1948

Freudenburg, Leona Louise Wagoner - Leona Louise Freudenburg, 84, of Clarinda, Iowa, died Tuesday evening Sept 22, 1998, at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha, Neb., where she had been a patient since Sunday.

Leona was born March 18, 1914, in Page County to Harmon and Johannah Sunderman Wagoner. On Feb 10, 1943, she was united in marriage to Melvin Freudenburg, who survives. Melvin and Leona farmed west of Clarinda until they moved to town 20 years ago where they remained as residents.

Leona is survived by her husband, Melvin, of the home and nieces Sara Young of Omaha, Neb., Mary Alice Fisher of Lincoln, Neb., and Elizabeth Adams of Marshalltown. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Amos Wagoner and Wilbert Wagoner, and an infant sister.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept 26, 1998, at 10:30 am at St John's Lutheran Church in Clarinda with Rev Gary Jaeckle officiating. Visitation was from 7-8 pm. Thursday evening at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to St John's Lutheran Church of Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 7, 1998

Freudenburg, Marie Minna Steinbeck - Mrs Marie Minna Freudenburg was the daughter of Henry Steinbeck and his wife, Louise nee Muller. She was born August 31st, 1878 in Lohe, Kreis Nienburg, Hanover, Germany. In her infancy she was baptized in the Evangelical Lutheran church of that place by the Rev Gieseke. The days of her early childhood were spent in her home town where she also attended school for several years.

In the year 1891 at the age of only 13 years she came with her uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs Wohhaus, to America coming directly to Atlantic, Cass county, Iowa. There she attended school for some time completing her education. She was confirmed at the St John's church at Lyman by the Rev Martin.

In 1895 she came to Page county where she found employment at various places. Here she also met and was married to Mr William Freudenburg of Clarinda on Dec 9th, 1897, by Rev C. Jobst. this union was blessed with one daughter, Gertrude. The family lived on their farm northwest of Clarinda for a number of years in 1917 she with her husband moved to Yorktown where they lived for two years. Great sadness came upon her March 8th, 1919, when her beloved husband passed away. Ever since his departure she has lived on the home farm with her daughter and family, until her last illness.

Mrs Freudenburg, was blessed with a kind, friendly disposition, ready and willing to be of service unto others. She was a faithful member of St John's Lutheran church and a regular attendant at divine services. She was also an active member of St John's Ladies' Aid Society.

For a number of years she enjoyed good health and strength, but about one year ago she took sick and in spite of various treatments and the best known methods of healing, her vitality was slowly ebbing away. As she realized this she asked Jesue her Savior to take her home. Under the prayers of her pastor and children she peacefully fell asleep Saturday monring, May 16th, at the age of 57 years, 8 months, and 16 days. She is survived by her daughter, Mrs Gertrude Blume, the son-in-law, Herman Blume, three grandchildren, Irene Blume, Erwin Blume and Harry Blume, also the aged mother and sister, Louise, in Germany, and one brother, Henry Steinbeck, of Griswold, Iowa, besides many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 1:30 at the farm home three and one-half miles northwest of Clarinda, and 2 o'clock at the St John's Lutheran church by her pastor, the Rev T.J. Vogel. the large congregation first sang the hymn, "Who Knows How Near My End May; Time Speeds Away and Death Comes on." Then came the sermon, being based on the words of Psalm 103, 15-17. The theme was, "The Christian's Refuge in Life and Death." The pastor stated that the departed sister proved her faith in the blessed Redeemer Jesus Christ and was graciously sustained by Him during the fiery trials of life. A ladies' quartet composed of the Misses Emma Rurode, Norma Nothwehr, Florence Rausch and Wilma Sunderman sang under the leadership of Miss Mabel Sunderman at the organ the comforting hymn, "Asleep in Jesus, Blessed Sleep, From which None Ever Wakes to Weep; A Calm and Undisturbed Repose, Unshaken by the Last of Foes."

Many beautiful flowers were heaped about the casket. The funeral was very largely attended, filling the church to its seating capacity, showing the love and esteem in which the departed sister is being held by many in this community.

The following served as pall bearers: L.J. Sunderman, John Sump, Wm. Buch, Ed Sunderman, J.A. Rausch and Hy. Rope. The remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Clarinda city cemetery to await the great day of the resurrection. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, May 21, 1936

Freudenburg, Melvin William - Melvin William Freudenburg, 90, of Clarinda, Iowa, died Friday morning, Oct 23, 1998, at IHS, Clarinda, Iowa, where he had been a resident.

Melvin was born June 18, 1908, in Page County, the son of George and Bertha Sump Freudenburg. On Feb 10, 1943, he was united in marriage to Leona Wagoner, who preceded him in death Sept 22, 1998. Melvin and Leona farmed west of Clarinda most of their married life. They moved into Clarinda in 1978 where they remained residents.

Melvin is survived by his brother Ralph and wife Helen, Clarinda, Iowa; sister-in-law Edith Freudenburg, Tulsa, Okla; niece Elaine Armstrong, Clarinda, Iowa; niece Thelma Graham, Clarinda, Iowa; niece Sara Young, Omaha, Neb; niece Mary Alice Fisher, Lincoln, Neb;; and niece Elizabeth Adams, Marshalltown, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his wife Leona, parents and brother Ruben.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct 28, at 10:30 am. at St John's Lutheran Church with Pastor Gary Jaeckle officiating. Visitation was Tuesday, Oct 27, from 7-8 pm at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to St John's Lutheran Church Tape Ministry of Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Walker-Merrick Funeral Home. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 28, 1998

Freudenburg, Ralph Herman - Ralph Herman Freudenburg was born July 26, 1912, the son of George and Bertha Sump Freudenburg near Clarinda, Iowa. Ralph died Saturday, March 18, 2000, at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa. He was baptized in the Immanuel Lutheran Church on August 18, 1912 by Rev C.F. Jaebker and confirmed on June 20, 1926 at the St John Lutheran Church by Rev T.J. Vogel. On February 10, 1943, he was married to Helen Hartstack of Clarinda, and they had two daughters, Elaine Armstrong and Thelma Graham. Ralph was a farmer, residing on the same farm 75 years until their move to Clarinda in 1993 and had been in his own home until February 29, 2000.

Survivors include his wife Helen of the home and daughters Elaine Armstrong of Clarinda, Thelma Graham and husband Roger of Clarinda, one granddaughter, Melinda Shackelford and husband Tony of Clarinda, and a sister-in-law Edith Freudenburg of Tulsa, Ok. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Arnold in infancy, Ruben Freudenburg and Melvin Freudenburg.

Funeral services were held 2:00 pm, Monday, March 20, 2000, at St John's Lutheran Church with Pastor Gary Jaeckle officiating. Burial was in the Clarinda Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to St John's Lutheran Tape Ministry. Walker-Merrick Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 22, 2000

Gray, Darold LeRoy - Darold LeRoy Gray was born May 7, 1949 in Clarinda, Iowa, the son of Kenneth Charles and Alice Elva (Smith) Gray. He passed away on Wednesday morning, October 5, 2016 at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha at the age of 67 years, 4 months and 28 days.
Darold grew up in Northwest Missouri graduating from Northeast Nodaway High School at Ravenwood in 1968. On October 31, 1970, he was united in marriage to Pasty Jo Dudley Maryville, Missouri. This union was blessed with five children, Dustin, William, Ryan, Cara and Megan.
Darold worked as a welder for many years. He had a keen interest in old classic cars and enjoyed building lawn ornaments out of wood. His was a great husband, father and grandfather. Spending time with his family was his true love in life.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Don, Marvin and Charlie Gray; and a son, Dustin Gray.
Survivors include his wife, Patsy Gray of Clarinda, Iowa; his children, William Gray and his wife Amy of Hopkins, Missouri, Ryan Gray and his wife LaDean of Maryville, Missouri, Cara Williams and her husband Jim of Clarinda, Iowa, Megan Rader and her husband Bryan of Maryville, Missouri; 10 grandchildren, Jennifer Marsh and her husband Tristan, Trevor Brown, Lucas Gray, Logan Gray, Sarah Gray, Zachary Williams, Ashley Williams, Wyatt Williams, Dustie Rader and Torrie Rader; three great grandchildren, Brantley Marsh, Matt Marsh and Lexi Marsh; siblings, Jim Gray and his wife Alice of New Hampshire, Shirley Irwin of Hopkins, Missouri, Elvin Gray and his wife Sharon of Hopkins, Missouri, Ronnie Gray of Hopkins, Missouri, Harold Gray of Hopkins, Missouri, Roger Gray of Oregon; two sisters-in-law, Evelyn Gray of Hopkins, Missouri and Eleanor Gray of Maryville, Missouri; along with many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Scott Moon officiating. Burial will be in the Hopkins Cemetery at Hopkins, Missouri. Visitation with the family present will take place on Friday evening, October 7 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. A memorial fund is being established in his name. Online remembrances of condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements

Genevieve F. “Gennie” Hagemeier was born April 4, 1930 in Taylor County, near New Market, Iowa, the daughter of Herman Estes and Lula Faye (Dunlap) Perrigo. She passed away on Saturday morning, October 22, 2016 at CHI Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha at the age of 86 years, 6 months and 18 days.

She attended school near Braddyville, Iowa and on December 31, 1953, she was united in marriage to Fred Albert Hagemeier in Maryville, Missouri. This union was blessed with 5 children. Gennie worked several jobs throughout her lifetime including the Clarinda Mental Health Institute, the Curler Factory, Swifts, Page County Jail and most recently for Eickemeyer and Walker-Merrick Funeral Homes. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and loved her family dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Fred; and a daughter, Karen Kay Hudson.

Survivors include her children, Fredrick Hagemeier and his wife Maureen of Grove, Oklahoma, Connie Harris and her husband Cornell Smith of West Des Moines, Iowa, Michael Hagemeier of Sterling, Colorado, Tereasa Reynolds and her husband Dave of Clarinda, Iowa; nine grandchildren, Wendy Guthrie, Scott Harris, Jody Harris, Tia Reynolds, Shane Hagemeier, Mikie Coldiron, Angela Mason, Genni Hart and Shawna Hudson; 15 great grandchildren,Kira Baker, Gabby Guthrie, Emily Dowell, Zeb Harris, Abby Harris, Wilson Harris, Allen Shane Hagemeier, Amanda Coldiron, Alexis Coldiron, Dillon Coldiron, Jacob Hart, Micheal Kenner, Molly Kenner, Mark Kenner; one great-great granddaughter, Ellie Park; two sisters, Vesta Elder of Clarinda, Iowa and Lois Fisher of Clarinda, Iowa; along with other relatives and many friends.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at the Clarinda Cemetery with Scott Davison officiating. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will take place on Friday evening, November 4 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to the family. Online remembrances of condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements.

Hopper, Shirley Ann Wise - Shirley Ann Hopper was born August 2, 1937 in Washington, Kansas, the daughter of Leslie Martin and Inez Sylvia (Hubbard) Wise. She passed away on Thursday morning, September 15, 2016 at Gardenview Care Center in Shenandoah at the age of 79 years, 1 month and 13 days.
Shirley grew up on a farm south of Shambaugh, Iowa and graduated from Clarinda High School in 1956. Following high school, she was married to Kalvin George. She later married Marlin Mason and this union was blessed with three children, Marcie, Pete and Stacy. Shirley later married Kenneth Hopper and this union was blessed with one daughter, Shari.
Shirley attended junior college for two years. She was a Clarinda resident most of her life. She worked as a secretary at the welfare office for ten years. Shirley was a social butterfly, befriending many people that she met. Spending time with her family and many friends was her biggest joy in life. She has been a resident of Gardenview Care Center the past 10 years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Betty Jean Wise and Doris Wise Mason; and a brother, Lester Wise.
Survivors include her children, Marcie Hudson of Clarinda, Iowa and her fiancé Dale Raasch of Bridgewater, Iowa, Pete Mason and his wife Tammy of Omaha, Nebraska, Stacy Mason and Sheila Cannon of Ft. Worth, Texas; Shari Hopper of Shenandoah, Iowa; ten grandchildren, Tim Hudson and his wife Shay, Amy Hudson and Jake Jenkins, Jason Hudson, Seth Hudson, Jessica Saab and her husband Jerry, Cori Mason, Bailey Mason, Zach Mason, Andrew Mason, Sydney Mason; seven great grandchildren, Kyfer, Bryar, Blayke, Brayden, and her triplets, Jerry, Teddy and Stevie; along with many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, September 19, 2016 at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, 400 W. Glenn Miller Drive with Pastor Mitch Grossohme officiating. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will take place on Sunday evening, September 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, 400 W. Glenn Miller Drive. A memorial fund is being established in her name. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements

Hutt, Alice Roberta Hull - Alice Roberta (Hull) Hutt of Sidney, IA (formerly of Blanchard, IA), passed peacefully at George C. Grape Community Hospital on Sunday, October 23, 2016. Born of Frank Hull and Ruth Bain Hull, Roberta enjoyed 92 years of life with her numerous friends and family. Born December 15, 1923, in Elmo, MO, Roberta was raised on the family farm alongside her younger sisters Cathryn McIntyre (Standberry, MO) and Frances Campbell (dec. 2008).

Roberta was a graduate of Elmo High School and the final living member of her class. Following graduation, Roberta took employment at Sears & Roebuck in Kansas City, MO. Having returned to Elmo, Roberta worked at Clarinda Municipal Hospital and eventually the bank in Elmo. Roberta thrived in her career with the U.S. Postal Service starting as a part-time clerk and working up to Post Master. A job from which she retired after over 30 years of service.

While employed at the bank, Roberta was swept off her feet by a handsome customer, Olin Theodore Hutt (dec. 1962). They were wed September 5, 1948 at the Hull farm. Roberta worked alongside her husband at their business, the Ideal Cafe, in Blanchard until the birth of their first child, Ruth Alison (dec. 1995). A few years later, Robert Olin was born and completed their family.

Living in Blanchard, Roberta enjoyed sharing her hobbies of gardening and bird-watching with her ornery grandchildren Paul, Andrea, and Ted. Roberta was a loving and devoted grandmother, never missing a concert, play, or performance of the kids'. Roberta held a special place in her heart for her grandson Bradley (dec. 1977).

Being an active member of the Blanchard United Methodist Church, an avid supporter of the former Blanchard Fire Department, and other various community activities, Roberta was connected and a vital part of the community.

Roberta's latter years were spent in her son Robert's home in Sidney, IA where she found joy in getting to watch her 9 great-grandchildren grow: Kayleigh, Braidy, Emily, and Isaac Hutt (Paul & Jamie of Sidney, IA), Miles and Pierce Brown (Andrea and Chad of Olathe, KS), and Chevy, Leahna, and Hailand Hutt (Ted and Tonya of Clarinda, IA). Roberta thoroughly enjoyed teaching them how to laugh and carry on facetiously.

Roberta's living family members take comfort in the reunion of her and her loved ones whom she­­­ dearly missed.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Thursday, October 27, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home.

Open visitation will be held from 1:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. The family will not be present for the open visitation.

Roberta will be cremated following the funeral service. Burial of cremains will be held at Blanchard Cemetery at a later date

Karnaghan, Ellen Jane Finley - Mrs Joe Karnaghan passed away Thursday, July 20th, at her home 114 W. Nishnabotna Street in Clarinda. The funeral services were held Saturday afternoon from the United Presbyterian Church, of which she was a devoted member, being conducted by the pastor Rev W.C. Williamson.

Mrs Karnaghan's maiden name Ellen Jane Finley, daughter of Robert McCullough [Finley] and Elizabeth Finley, having been born Jun 15th, 1859. She was married, Jan 17th, 1883, in Peoria, Ill, to Joseph Karnaghan. Three sons survive, Ernest of Chanute, Kans., and Lawrence and Russell still living at home. Three brothers are living, Elmer Finley and John H. Finley of Clarinda, Rufus W. Finley of Rockford, Ill., and a sister, Mrs J.A. Pinkerton lviing southwest of Clarinda. In her early girlhood she joined the United Presbyterian Church, at Peoria, Ill., and has lived a faithful and devoted life. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 27, 1922

The funeral of Mrs Ellen Jane Karnaghan was held at the United Presbyterian church in Clarinda Saturday afternoon, conducted by Dr W.C. Williamson. The following obituary of Mrs Karnaghan has been given The Journal: "Mrs Ellen Jane McCullough, daughter of Robert McCullough, and Elizabeth Finley McCullough, was born Jun 15, 1859, and passed away July 20, 1922, at her home in this city. She was married to Joseph Karnaghan Jan 17, 1883, in Peoria county, Ill. TO this union were born three sons--Ernest of Chanute, Kansa., and Laurence and Russell in the home. These with the husband survive. She also leaves three brothers and one sister--John H. Finley, Elmer H. Finley and Mrs J.A. Pinkerton of Clarinda and Rufus W. Finley of Rockford, Ill. Her brother, Horace, preceded her in death, Aug 25, 1920. Mrs Karnaghan joined the United Presbyterian church at Bethel, Peoria co, Ill., in early girlhood. She has lived a faithful and devoted life."

Burial was in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 27, 1922

Graveside services for Warren Kirby, Sr., age 82, formerly of the Blockton, Tarkio and St. Joseph, Missouri areas, were held Monday, April 26, 2004, at 1:30 p.m. at the Memory Cemetery in New Market with Pastor William Ballard officiating. Warren passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2004, at the Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.
Warren Gerald Kirby, Sr., was born January 25, 1922, in Greeley, Colorado, the son of Earl Kirby and Millie Reynolds Kirby. Warren grew up in Taylor County living on farms in the Gravity-Blockton areas. He graduated from Blockton High School in 1942. After graduation, Warren entered the United States Army serving in the India, Burma, China Theater on railroad construction during World War II. He worked for the CB & Q Railroad after his discharge from the armed forces, working in Burlington, Iowa, as a project engineer building railroad bridges.
On June 14,1948, Warren was united in marriage to Doris Lee Daily in Fairfax, Missouri. The couple farmed in the Fairfax and Tarkio areas and in 1977, Warren and Doris divorced. Warren then moved to the St. Joseph area where he resided until his health required him to move to Columbia to be near his daughter.
Warren was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the American Legion and the American Hackney Pony Association. He enjoyed raising horses and spending time in his fruit orchard and tending his garden where he specialized in raising strawberries and tomatoes.
Left to cherish Warren's memory are his son, Warren G.Kirby, Jr., of Tarkio, Missouri; three daughters, Roberta Lee Parrish of Columbia, Missouri, Shirley Espy and husband, Billy, of Atlanta, Georgia, and Margaret Taylor and husband, David, of Liberty, Texas; a brother, Ivan Kirby of Roswell, New Mexico; and four grandchildren.
Preceding Warren in death are his parents, Earl and Millie; a son, Bruce Kirby, in 1994; a brother, Dale Kirby; and three sisters, Erma Leighton, Alta Moser and Thelma Boltinghouse. Memorials can be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

THE FAIRFAX FORUM, Fairfax, Missouri, May 6, 2004

Lindburg, Fern "Elaine" Anderson - Fern Elaine (Anderson) Lindburg, daughter of John Reuben Gustav and Anna Rozella (Johnson) Anderson, was born on January 20, 1924 at Stanton, Iowa. She entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 26, 2016 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska following a brief illness at the age of 92 years, 8 months, 6 days.

Her early life was spent growing up at Stanton. The family later moved to Essex, Iowa, where Elaine attended the Essex Community Schools. She graduated from Essex High School with the Class of 1941. Following graduation, she attended business school in Omaha. After completing her education, Elaine returned to Essex, working for the First National Bank.

On September 1, 1946 Elaine was united in marriage to Marlyn L. Lindburg at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Essex. They were blessed with five children, Alicia, John, Mary, David and Mark. They lived all their married life in Essex and Elaine continued to live in Essex until moving to Windsor Manor in Shenandoah a couple of years ago.

In the late 1950’s Elaine started working at the Essex Elevator as a bookkeeper. She retired from the elevator after 31 years. Elaine was an active member of the Faith Covenant Church in Essex, where she taught Sunday and Bible School, sang in the choir and served with the Covenant Women. She was also a member of the Tomorrows Club, Quilters group and the American Legion Auxiliary.

Widely known for her baking skills, everyone’s eyes would light up when she got out the cookie tins (not just one – there would be three or four). Elaine’s spritz cookies, ginger snaps, ostaka and rye bread were the best. Her grandkids’ greatest memories are baking, playing games and learning to sew or crochet with grandma. Giving and sharing were a way of life. Elaine’s home was always open to friends and family for a cup of coffee or Sunday dinner (which could be for four or 24!).

Preceding Elaine in death were her parents; husband, Marlyn L. Lindburg; sister, Phyllis (Mrs. Wayne) Almquist; and brother, Curt Anderson. Left to cherish her memory are her five children and their spouses, Alicia Johnson and husband Bob of Lampe, Missouri, John Lindburg and wife Joy of Essex, Mary Hamilton and husband Craig of Elkhorn, Nebraska, David Lindburg and wife Mary of Villisca, Iowa and Mark Lindburg and wife Jan of Essex; 18 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; brother, Robert G. Anderson of Essex; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Faith Covenant Church in Essex at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Jim Ressegieu officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service in Shenandoah. Memorials in Elaine's name are being directed to either the Essex Faith Covenant Church or Essex Lied Public Library. Burial will be in the Essex Cemetery

Kenneth Clarence McKay was born September 18, 1922 in New Market, Iowa, the son of Crumley C. and Clarice M. (Peterman) McKay. He passed away on Sunday morning, October 9, 2016 at Westridge Quality Care & Rehab in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 94 years and 21 days.
Kenny grew up in New Market and graduated from New Market High School in 1939. He farmed for several years and then went to work driving a truck for various moving companies. On November 23, 1964 he was united in marriage to Lula Mae Rhodes McClelland in Hernando, Mississippi. Kenny was a 68-year member of the Masonic Lodge and was an avid collector of antique tractors. He loved going to sales and taking tractor rides with the Tarkio Valley Antique Tractor Association.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mae in 2007; a step-daugher, Phyllis Geddie; and a step grandson, Andrew Powles.
Survivors include his two sons, Rodney McKay and his wife Ashley of Denver, Colorado, Rex McKay and his wife Marcia of Clarinda, Iowa; step children, Steve McClelland and his wife Shirley of Longview, Mississippi, Buddy McClelland and his wife Alice of Starkville, Mississippi, Kathy Guerra and her husband Bob of San Jose, California; step son-in-law, Harold Geddie of Ellisville, Mississippi; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; a brother, Carroll McKay of New Market, Iowa; along with other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Russ Clark officiating. Burial will be in the Memory Cemetery near New Market. Visitation with the family present will take place on Tuesday evening, October 11 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with Masonic Services at 6:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. A memorial fund is being established in his name. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements.

McPherrin, Jane H. Hawk - On Monday, Jan 23, as she sat quietly in her chair the immortal spirit of Mrs Charles F. McPherrin took its flight from earth to the heavenly world. Mrs McPherrin, whose maiden name was Jane H. Hawk, was a native of near Victoria, Knox county, Ill. Her childhood and early life was spent in that vicinity. In 1876 she was united in marriage to Charles F. McPherrin, who passed away three years ago. To them were given two children, one of whom, Elmer Otis, passed away at 8 years of age. The other, Mrs Addia Walkup, mourns the loss of her mother. The most of Mrs McPherrin's life after marriage was spent either on the farm or in the town of Clarinda. She was well known and greatly loved by all her friends and neighbors. Three sisters, two brothers, several nieces and nephews, together with the daughter, Mrs Walkup, are bereaved by her passing. Mrs McPherrin was a member of the Methodist church of Clarinda and was faithful to her church and true to her love for her Saviour to the end. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at her home at 623 South Fourteenth street, conducted by the pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, the Rev D.J. Shelton, and the interment in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 26, 1928

Also the CLARINDA HERALD, Jan 26, 1928, says "The relatives who came for the services were the daughter, Mrs Addia Walkup of Omaha and two friends, Mrs Roy Ebenson and Miss Lucille Quackenbush, also of Omaha, and a sister and brother, Mrs Amanda Mead and D.J. Simpson, of Galesburg.

Neola M. Morris, 67, of Corning, died June 6, 1984, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Omaha. Funeral services will be held this Saturday at 1 pm at the Gauthier Funeral Home in Corning, with burial in the Clarinda cemetery.
She was born Sept. 5, 1916 in Page County, the daughter of Bert and Mary Littleton McCowen. She attended schools in Page County and on Nov. 4, 1939, she was married to Leo Morris in Red Oak. They moved to Adams. County in 1950.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband and a son, Roger, both of Corning.

Motsinger, Dorothy Jean Reed - Dorothy Motsinger, age 90 , of Villisca, Iowa, entered into peace Friday, September 9, 2016 at Good Samaritan Care Center, Villisca, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Jessica Jacobsen officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Dorothy Jean (Reed) Motsinger departed this life September 9, 2016 at the Good Samaritan Society, Villisca, Iowa, where she had been a resident.

Jean was born October 24, 1925 on a farm in Valley Township, Page County, Iowa to Neva Belle (Ashmore) Reed and Lewis Early Reed. She was the youngest of five children.

She attended the Vandevender country school through eighth grade, then attended Clarinda High School, graduating in 1944. After graduation, she trained as a teletype operator in Omaha, NE, leading to a job in Kansas City, MO.

While in Kansas City, she met James Clifford Motsinger, and they later married on November 30, 1948. They had 3 children together.

With the exception of periods of time residing in Omaha, NE, Kansas City, MO, Tacoma, WA and Olympia, WA, she lived her life in the Villisca, IA area.

She was a longtime member of the United Methodist Church in Villisca, where she enjoyed her membership in the Women’s Circle, and a frequent volunteer for baking and other activities. She also enjoyed her involvement with the Literary Club of Villisca and her volunteer work at the Good Samaritan Society.

Jean worked as a teller at the bank in Villisca. She later worked at the preschool at the Methodist Church, then as an elementary teacher’s aide at the Enarson building for the Villisca Community Schools. She later returned to work as a bank teller in Villisca. All the while, she was raising her children and attending all their activities. She was active with the Band Mothers for many years. Most days, she could be found driving Highway 71 taking a child to town or picking one up.

After her children were grown and she had retired, she enjoyed taking yearly trips in the USA and Canada with her friends from the Prestige Club. She could be found many afternoons having coffee with friends at a Villisca cafe. In the evenings, she enjoyed reading, playing cards or dominoes.

Jean enjoyed growing flowers, cooking, and crafts. But, for her, nothing was better than spoiling her grandchildren.

Preceding her in death, were her parents, her husband, and siblings Roland Frank Reed (Dorothy), James Keith Reed, Helen May Reed, Mildred L. Enarson (Millard), and Ruth Irene Pratt (Keith).

She will be lovingly remembered by her children Sandra Sue Black, Trenton, MO, Debra Ileane Burk (Robert), Omaha, NE, and Roger Allen Motsinger (Stephanie), Olathe, KS. As well as grandchildren Tracy Lynn Black, St. Joseph, MO, Kelly Ann Finnell, Kansas City, MO, Jason Robert Burk, Omaha, NE, Alex James Burk, Omaha, NE, and Zachery Allen Motsinger, Platte City, MO. Also, three great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews

Naico, Maralyn Marie - Maralyn Marie Naico, daughter of Harry Conrad and Lois Mabel (Swalley) Naico, was born on October 5, 1938 at Hand Community Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa. She entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at the Fairfax Community Hospital in Fairfax, Missouri at the age of 78 years, 11 days.

Her early life was spent growing up in Essex, Iowa. Maralyn attended the Essex Community Schools, graduating from Essex High School with the Class of 1956. Following high school, she attended Clarinda Community College in Clarinda, Iowa, where she studied to become a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN).

After graduating from Clarinda Community College, Maralyn moved to Colorado, the place she had always dreamed of living. In Colorado, she worked for several different hospitals as a nurse. During her time in Colorado she lived in the Boulder, Denver and Arvada communities. In addition to nursing, Maralyn worked for the Sheriff’s Dept. and county jail for a period of time. Maralyn had recently moved back to Rock Port, Missouri to be closer to her family.

In her spare time, Maralyn enjoyed quilting and camping. She was a member of the Arvada Westminster Presbyterian Church and the Ambulance District in Arvada.

Preceding Maralyn in death were her parents; four brothers, Bob, Jim, Joe and Jerry Naico; sister-in-law, Mary Naico; and brother-in-law, John Roop. Survivors include her five siblings, Donald Naico, Kenneth Naico and wife Dixie, Judi Tracy and husband Boyd, Kay Green and husband Roger, and Donna Roop; sister-in-laws, Betty Naico and Sharon Naico; many nieces and nephews; her service dog and best friend, Mollie B; other relatives and many friends.

Per Maralyn's wishes, she will be cremated with no public services held

Deloris Jean Hendrickson Peterson middle of three daughters born to Marion and Grace (Groff) Hendrickson was born on July 11, 1931 on the family farm northwest of Nodaway, Iowa. She passed away on Thursday evening, October 6, 2016 at Fair Oaks Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 85 years, 2 months and 25 days.
She was baptized at the Nodaway Methodist Church in 1932. She graduated from the Nodaway School in 1949. She married Cecil Marvin Peterson of Villisca, son of Cecil & Stella Carmichael Peterson on June 26, 1949 in a double wedding ceremony at the Nodaway Methodist Church with her sister Mary Ann Hendrickson and Ben Dunkin. Three children were born to this union: Peggy Jean, Neal Marvin and Lori Jo. They lived for one year on the Peterson family farm near Guss and later moved to their home north east of Villisca where they lived for 57 years. She was a wife, mother and homemaker for years and later continued her education at Iowa Western Community College where she received her nursing degree in 1974. She worked as a nurse at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, Estes Park Medical Center at Estes Park, Colorado and at the Villisca Good Samaritan Center for many years. In 1992 she became the executive director of Villisca Housing until her retirement in 2008. Deloris was a member of the Villisca United Methodist Church where she served on different committees and boards. She was on the Villisca Nursing Board for many years. She enjoyed serving as a 4-H leader. She liked to spend time in her garden, yard and working with her flowers on the farm. She also liked to sew for her children as well as knit and quilt. The family enjoyed traveling and in later years Deloris enjoyed doing volunteer work. Deloris and Marvin especially enjoyed attending their children and grandchildren’s activities throughout the years.
Deloris was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Marvin Peterson in 2006; her daughter, Peggy Peterson Rapp of Independence, Missouri in 1987; a sister Mary Ann Dunkin of Ft. Collins, Colorado in 2011; brothers-in-law, Everett Larson and Garry Taylor; and a nephew, Matt Taylor. In 2008 after Marvin’s death Deloris left the farm and moved to Redmon Village in Villisca.
She is survived by her son, Neal Peterson (Cathy) of Shenandoah, Iowa, her daughter, Lori Peterson of Stanton, Iowa; six grandchildren, Megan Bearman (Benjamin) of Omaha, Nebraska, Abby Mederios (Yarden) of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Nathan Rapp (Jennifer) of Parker, Colorado, Grant Focht (Kaylee) of Stanton, Iowa, Greg Focht of Waverly, Iowa and Ally Focht of Stanton, Iowa; great grandchildren, Graham and Hazel Mederios of Council Bluffs, Iowa and Gavin Rapp of Parker, Colorado; step granddaughter, Amy Rapp Vance (Jerry); two step great-granddaughers, Avery and Reagan Vance and step great-granson Asher Vance all of Lee Summit, Missouri; sisters, Janis Davis (Lowell); brother-in-law Ben Dunkin all of Ft. Collins, Colorado; sisters –in-law, Deloris Adams (Darrell) of Griswold, Iowa and Margaret Shipley (Joe) of Red Oak, Iowa; along with nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at the Villisca United Methodist Church with Pastor Jessica Jacobsen officiating. Burial will be in the Villisca Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will take place on Tuesday morning, October 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Villisca United Methodist Church. A memorial fund is being established in her name. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Wolfe Funeral Home of Villisca is in charge of arrangements.

Peterson, Mary Elizabeth Patience - Mary Elizabeth (Patience) Peterson, (91) of rural Shenandoah, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2016, at Elm Heights Care Center.

She was born October 16, 1925. Daughter of Daniel A. and Stella Fern (Bussard) Patience. She was an only child, a situation she endured by having a close relationship to many Patience cousins while growing up in rural Imogene. She attended Rice Country School, 3/4 mile from her home. She graduated from Shenandoah High School in 1943. Her early working career started with Iowa Power and Light Company.

She married Donald L. Peterson on January 12, 1946 and proceeded with her new energy-filled career of homemaking and raising four children. She and great friends enthusiastically embraced the joys and challenges of being homemakers in the post World War 2 era. She supported her husband Donald in his pursuits of farming, and ceramic business. Initially they lived on a farm south of Shenandoah; in 1961 they moved north of Shenandoah to a farm two miles from where she was born. She was a devoted daughter and daughter-in-law. And foremost a devoted, supportive Mom. Mary was a life-long member, diligent worker for Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Shenandoah. She enjoyed sewing, baking, reading. She was a member of WW Club, and played in some card clubs. In later years, she also treasured time spent with her family, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as much as she could when transcending distances was possible. Mary and Donald had 64 years of blessed marriage.

When it was possible for her to return to the working-outside-the-home world, she returned to work at Iowa Power and Light Company. (MidAmerican Energy). Upon retirement from that career, she was convinced to have another--baking. She found sanctuary at the Sanctuary, making breads and pies. Mary's pleasure was put to good use. Cinnamon rolls and Lemon Coconut pie were among the favorites, gaining her praise thanks to Iowa Boy, Shenandoah's own Chuck Offenberger. She enjoyed the young co-workers, the environment, and became another "grandma" to little Miss Franny, all of which fulfilled a special niche for herself and for the community.

She was preceded in death by her parents, nephew William Bateman, and husband Donald. She is survived by four children: Nancy Hertel (Gary) of Madison, WI; David of Shenandoah, Daniel of Shenandoah, and Kristen Sneed (Andrew) of Shirland,IL Five grandchildren: Kerry (Hertel) Boysen, Andy Hertel, Katie (Peterson) Gaspar, Jacob Peterson, and Nathan Peterson. Four great-grandchildren: Clare and Ben Boysen; Caroline and JJ Gaspar. She is also survived by Sister-In-Law Sally (Peterson) Bateman, Brother-In-Law Reynold Peterson, two nephews Jim Bateman, Joe Bateman, and two nieces Kelly (Bateman) Wilmer, Karen (Bateman) Reddig.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Monroe Township Cemetery in Imogene

Rurode, Caroline Wacker - For many years a resident of the neighborhood having as its center the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Mrs Caroline Rurode passed away Nov 12th at the home of her daughter Mrs Ernest Herzberg. Funeral services were held at the church Wednesday afternoon, largely attended by those who have known the deceased favorably for so many years, the services being conducted by the pastor Rev F.C. Israel, with interment in the cemetery adjoining the church property.

Caroline Wacker was born in Germany, Dec 9th, 1863, coming to America with her parents when a child, and was married in Page County to Carl Rurode, this having ever since been her home. Seven children survive, Mrs Mary Grenewalt of Woonsocket, S. Dak, Theodore Rurode of Clarinda, Louis Rurode of near Yortown, and Mrs Emma Sunderman, Mrs August Herzberg, Otto Rurode and Mrs Laura Baumgarten, all of Clarinda neighborhood.

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 19, 1923

Smiley, Esther Minna Clara Meier - Ester Smiley, age 103, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Friday, October 14, 2016 at Westridge Care and Rehab Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Daryl Tompkins officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Monday, October 17, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery.

Ester Minna Clara (Meier) Smiley was born September 17, 1913 on the family farm north of Yorktown, Iowa. She was baptized as a baby and confirmed on April 10, 1927 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Yorktown, Iowa. She attended St. Paul Lutheran School in Yorktown. As was often the custom she then helped with new born babies in several homes. On August 2, 1941, she was united in marriage to Anson Earl Smiley. They were blessed with three daughters, Lorenne, Arlene and Velda Jean.

While raising her family and being a farm wife, she was a 4-H leader for the Lincoln Luckies. Ester was a cook in Clarinda restaurants and the hospital kitchen and was a helpful sales clerk at Connor’s department store for 20 years. Following the closing of the store she enjoyed her retirement by volunteering for the Red Cross Bloodmobile Canteen for many years and the Hospital Auxiliary. She was also a very active member of St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa. Ester was a member of the LWML and enjoyed quilting and making cookies for the Vacation Bible School. Her family was very important to her and she especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Ester was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Anson Smiley; granddaughter, Sara Price; infant brother, Alvin Meier; sister, Alma Buesing Sunderman; brothers, Rudolf Meier, Arnold Meier and Lorenz Meier; son-in-law, Clifford Price.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Lorenne Muller and husband Duane of Clarinda, Iowa, Arlene Price of Omaha, Nebraska and Velda Smiley and husband Paul Schulte of Cincinnati, Ohio; grandchildren, Diane Muller of Littleton, Colorado, Doug Muller of Wenatchee, Washington, Jay Muller and wife Beth of Kansas City, Missouri, Jodi Panec and husband Mike of San Rafael, California, Jill Duffy and husband Kyle of Parker, Colorado, Steve Price and wife Camille of Omaha, Nebraska, Amy Price and fiancé Joel Herbert of Omaha, Nebraska, Sam Schulte of Boston, Massachusetts, great grandchildren, Shea Price, Morgan Muller, Alexia Price-Kalina, Lauren Muller, Paul Kalina, Cayden Kalina, Rylan Duffy, Aubrey Panec, Kase Duffy; nieces; nephews and many friends

Smith, Thomas "Tommy" Leo - Thomas "Tommy" Leo Smith, the son of Danny E. and Willa "Fran" (King) Houston, was born on December 18, 1974 in Clarinda, Iowa. Tommy passed away on October 21, 2016 in a automobile accident in Atchison County, Missouri. He was 41 years old.

Tommy has spent most of his life in Southwest Iowa and Northwest Missouri. In 1993, he received his GED. He has been married twice both ending in divorce with no children.

Tommy liked to work outdoors with plants and animals. His last job was at Pork Productions outside of Tarkio. He was a very hard worker.

Tommy had a very strong faith and was baptized at the New Freedom Church in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He loved fishing, and to make people laugh. He also loved sitting outside by a campfire telling stories and spending time with his family and friends. He was very proud of his home and flowers.

Tommy was preceded in death by his grandparents: June and Ben King and Raymond and Bernice Houston, uncles Jim Houston, Jay H. Houston and George Houston, aunt Louise Shaw, cousins Rhonda Houston and Janet Shaw.

Tommy is survived by his parents, Fran and Danny Houston, sisters, Penny Caldwell and husband Jamie of Tarkio, MO, Mary Parker of Shenandoah and Sherry Young and husband Tim of rural Bedford, IA, niece Makayla, nephews Josh, Spencer, Schuylar, Brandon, Tristan, Ian and Jesse, great nephew Caleb, many other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life memorial service will be held 3:00 pm, Thursday, October 27, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home.

Memorial Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm, Thursday, October 27, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home.

Squires, Essie M. Sep 23, 1929 - Oct 22, 2016 - Essie M. Squires, 87, of College Springs, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at her home.

A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at twelve (noon) O'clock at the Squires home at 902 Spring St. in College Springs, Iowa. Everyone is invited to join the family to help celebrate Essie's life

Tomlinson, Benjamin - Funeral Celebration of Life Services for Benjamin Tomlinson, age 95, of Clarinda, Iowa, who passed away Friday, September 23, 2016, at his home will be held Wednesday, September 28, 2016, at 10:00 AM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Clarinda. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM with the family greeting friends. Interment with military rites will be held at the Clarinda Cemetery in Clarinda, Iowa.

Benjamin Edward Tomlinson was born May 14, 1921 in Clarinda, Iowa, the son of George Thomas Tomlinson and Hattie (Clark) Tomlinson. He passed away on Friday evening, September 23rd at his home in Clarinda at the age of 95 years. In the early 1940’s Ben joined the Army Air Forces and became a navigator on a C¬47 during World War II. During the time that he was stationed in Sicily and southern Italy, he flew 77 night missions to the Balkans. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal and other honors. Upon returning to Clarinda he married Marilyn Dyke on December 29, 1945.

After attending Iowa State University, he farmed in Valley Township for 40 years. In retirement he worked for ASCS, now known as FSA, measuring grain and acreage in Page County. He also was a member of the Page County Board of Health for 13 years.

In his free time, he enjoyed playing cribbage at the Lied Center, playing couples bridge as well as other card games with friends. He and Marilyn traveled to Europe to visit their daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Scott Brown. They also enjoyed traveling in the USA.

Ben is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Marilyn; daughter, Nancy Brown and son-in-law, Scott Brown plus treasured sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Hattie Tomlinson; siblings, Margaret Tomlinson Nelson Rader, Frederic Clark Tomlinson, Thomas Tomlinson, George Richard Tomlinson, Charles OrenTomlinson, Ernest Edwin Tomlinson, Anne Tomlinson Walsh and Frank Dinsmore Tomlinson; brothers-in-law, George Nelson and John Walsh; sisters-in-law Bertha Miller Tomlinson, Nina Kobalt Tomlinson Davis; parents-in-law Lyle and Vera Dyke

Tuck, Floyd E. - Floyd E. Tuck, son of William “Bill” and Margaret Jane (Foley) Tuck, was born on February 18, 1924 on a farm in Atchison County, Missouri near Rock Port. He entered into eternal rest on Tuesday morning, September 20, 2016 at Garden View Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 92 years, 7 months, 2 days.

Growing up in rural Atchison County, Missouri, Floyd attended Opp country school through the 8th grade. Floyd then began working full time as a farm hand in northwest Missouri.

During World War II, Floyd was inducted into the U. S. Army in January of 1943. He entered into active duty on February 1, 1943 proudly serving his country in the Army Air Corps. On March 11, 1946 Floyd was honorably discharged from the Army having attained the rank of Corporal. During his service time, Floyd received his G. E. D.

Not long after his return home from service, Floyd met the love of his life, Macel Hensley. On November 7, 1948, Floyd and Macel were united in marriage in Sidney, Iowa. To this union one son, Douglas, was born. Following their marriage they made their home in Tarkio, Missouri.

They later found their way to Shenandoah, Iowa where Floyd worked for May Gold Seed Company. Floyd would eventually embark on a long career working for the City of Shenandoah, working as a “meter policeman”. Floyd enjoyed the great outdoors and loved hunting and fishing, especially looking forward to deer season each year.

Preceding Floyd in death were his parents and five sisters. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of over 67 years, Macel Tuck of Shenandoah, IA; son, Doug Tuck and wife Michelle of Essex, IA; granddaughter, Gabrielle “Gabby” Sparks and husband Kyle and great granddaughter, Grace, all of Essex, IA; other relatives and many friends.

Following cremation, no services are planned. Sympathy cards may be sent C/O: Macel Tuck, P. O. Box 277, Shenandoah, IA 51601

Vrbsky, James "Jim" L. Vrbsky son of LeRoy L. and Janice M. (Maher) Vrbsky, was born on April 14, 1961 in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Jim grew up in Shenandoah and graduated from Shenandoah High School with the class of 1980.

Jim enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, shooting turtles, riding motorcycles and just being outdoors. Jim was a loving brother and uncle.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Louis and Helen Vrbsky and Albert and Martha Maher, Aunt Joyce E. Van de Water and Uncle Terence L. Maher.

Jim will be sadly missed by his parents LeRoy and Janice Vrbsky of Shenandoah, siblings; Deanne Swanson and husband Steve of Buford, GA, Jeff Vrbsky and wife Jody of Essex, John Vrbsky and wife Julie of Gretna, NE and Dana Barker and husband Ryan of Council Bluffs, IA, nieces and nephews; Andrew, Nathan, Jacob and Joshua Swanson, Amber Hamilton, Matthew Vrbsky and Kendall and Kellom Barker, and great nephews Blake and Kaleb Hamilton.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Monday, October 3, 2016 at Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with family will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, Monday, October 3, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.

Accidently drowned in a pond/pickup accident Sep 27, 2016.

Martin H. C. Wagoner, age 85, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, October 20 2016, at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 10:30 AM at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Daryl Tompkins officiating. Visitation with the family will be held Monday, October 24 at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Clarinda from 5 to 7 PM with the family greeting friends. Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery.

Martin Heinrich Conrad Wagoner was born April 5, 1931, on the family farm in rural northwest Page County, Iowa to Martin Wagoner and Elisabeth (Hollmeyer) Wagoner. Martin was baptized in 1931, and confirmed in 1946 at St. John’s Lutheran Church. He was raised on the farm in rural Clarinda, Iowa and attended Springhill Country School and Clarinda Community Schools. He served in the United States Army from May of 1953 until May of 1955, during the Korean Conflict as a cook. On July 18, 1969, Martin was united in marriage to Shirleann Lininger at her parents’ home in Hawleyville, Iowa.

Martin was a lifelong farmer. He began farming with his dad and continued farming and living on the farm where he was born, even after his father passed away. Along with his farming, Martin also cooked at the Clarinda Mental Health Institute for 9 ½ years and was a substitute mail carrier. In 2000, Martin retired, selling the farming operation; however, he continued to live on the farm. He was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa, where he enjoyed singing in the choir in his younger years. He enjoyed the ‘Touch of Love’ breakfast at the church. Martin enjoyed woodworking, making Christmas ornaments, lawn ornaments and toys, playing cards, car races and watching bull riding on TV. His family was very important to him and he enjoyed being with his sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews and their families.

Preceding Martin in death were his parents; sister, Irene Mellencamp and her husband Franklin; brother, Harry Wagoner; and brother-in-law, Don Van Fosson.

Surviving Martin are his wife, Shirleann Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa; sisters, Ruth Van Fosson of Smithville, Missouri, Margarete Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa, Dorothea Eden and husband Lyle of Clarinda, Iowa; sister-in-law, Phyllis Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa; brothers-in-law, Gary Lininger and wife Margaret of New Market, Iowa, Galen Lininger and wife Jackie of New Market, Iowa and Roger Lininger of Camarillo, California; sister-in-law, Lavonne Lininger of Clarinda, Iowa; along with many nieces; nephews and several friends.

Deborah Jean Walker was born March 20, 1958 in Ames, Iowa, the daughter of Dale Wallace, Jr. and Deloris Irene (Blair) Beaver. She passed away on Wednesday morning, October 12, 2016 at Goldenrod Manor in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 58 years, 6 months and 22 days.
Deborah grew up in rural Clarinda and graduated from South Page High School in 1976. She later attended Iowa Western Community College for two years. Deborah worked in the accounting department at Bank Iowa for several years. On December 3, 2011 she was united in marriage to Kenneth Walker, Jr. Deborah worked with the craft carnival committee for several years. She enjoyed cross stitching, crocheting, working in her flowers gardens and traveling. Her true love was her family, especially the cousins cruise.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Claude and Eleanor Blair, Dale Sr. and Beatrice Beaver; great grandparents, Homer and Bessie Woods; and her in-laws, Kenneth, Sr. and Ruth Walker.
Survivors include her husband, Kenneth “Spud” Walker, Jr. of New Market, Iowa; her parents, Dale Beaver and friend Colleen Strong of College Springs, Iowa, Deloris Strong and her husband Roger of Clarinda, Iowa; a sister, Diann Beaver of Omaha, Nebraska; a step-son, Kyle Walker of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; a granddaughter, Penelope Walker of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; two uncles, Ron Beaver and his wife Cheryl of Clarinda, Iowa, Richard Beaver and his wife Lisa of Fulton, Missouri; special friends, Karla Rubin of Clarinda, Iowa, Jeanne Goecker of Clarinda, Iowa, Skip and Ann Davison of New Market, Iowa; along with many other relatives and friends.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Siam Church of Christ with Pastor Russ Clark officiating. There will be a private family inurnment held at the Covenanter Cemetery near Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation with the family present will take place on Friday evening, October 14, 2016 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to the Siam Church of Christ, Southwest Iowa Humane Society or Heartland Hospice. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements.

Ruth Virginia Walker was born April 22, 1926 in Clarinda, Iowa, the daughter of Charles E. and Georgia June (Kohler) McGaugh. She passed away on Tuesday afternoon, October 11, 2016 at the Clarinda Regional Health Center at the age of 90 years, 5 months and 19 days.
Ruth grew up and attended school in Clarinda. On June 21, 1956 she was united in marriage to Kenneth Edwin Walker, Sr. in Nebraska City, Nebraska. The couple made their home in Wichita, Kansas for a short time and then settled in Clarinda, Iowa. Ruth loved crafts, whether it was sewing, ceramics, quilting or crocheting. She was known as Ma Walker by her children's friends. One of the biggest joys of Ruth’s life was meeting Roy Rogers and Dale Evans in Las Vegas. Her true love was her family, especially her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth, Sr in 2014; an infant daughter, Joye Mac; a son, Roger Meyer; a sister, Joy Welch; a brother, Charles McGaugh, Jr.; and a son-in-law, Jeff Salway.
Survivors include her children, Connie Cole and her husband Jim of New Market, Iowa, Kenneth Walker, Jr. and his wife Deb of New Market, Iowa, Janeen Trujillo of Neligh, Nebraska, Carol Ward and her husband Donnie of Clarinda, Iowa, Ginger Salway of Villisca, Iowa; Dennis Meyer from a previous marriage; seven grandchildren, Kyle (Olivia) Walker of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Kevin (Faye) Sprague of Bentonville, Arkansas, Riad (Souad) Kilani of Orlando, Florida, Sandra Cottle of Overland Park, Kansas, Julie Cottle of Altoona, Florida, Kristie Kilani of New Market, Iowa, , Lacey (Tommy) Le of Neligh, Nebraska,; nine step grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; nine step great grandchildren; and one step great-great grandchild; a half-brother, Richard McGaugh of California; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2016 at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda with Pastor Rich Iske officiating. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. Visitation with the family present will take place on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to the Southwest Iowa Humane Society in Clarinda or to the donor’s choice. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements.

White, Larry James - Larry James White, son of Larry and Geraldine (Mason) White, was born on December 26, 1966 in Queen Creek, Arizona. He passed away on Tuesday morning, September 6, 2016 at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 49 years, 8 months and 11 days.

Nearly all of Larry’s life was spent in Arizona. He worked for various companies throughout his life as a welder by trade.

On April 1, 2015, Larry was united in marriage to Barbara Elaine McElroy at Kearny, Arizona. Following their marriage they made their home in Farragut, Iowa.

Larry loved being outdoors. He was always finding things to make out of repurposed wood and pallets. He loved his tools and doing anything out in his garage to keep himself busy. Those who knew Larry, would describe him as a fun loving person with a beautiful soul. He loved his family greatly and was such a good man who lived life carefree and fought until the end.

Preceding Larry in death were his maternal grandfather and grandmother, James and Irene Mason. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Barbara White of Farragut, IA; stepchildren, Conner Knutson and Cody Raymer of Farragut and Shelby McElroy of Clarinda, IA; two sons, Larry and Logan Strobel of Florence, AZ; father, Larry White of Show Low, AZ; mother, Geraldine White of Mesa, AZ; six siblings, Lyle White, Liana Meneicke, Lisa McDowell and Leslie Ewing, all of Mesa, AZ and Victoria White and Christopher White, both of Show Low, AZ; daughter-in-law, Denise Priest and step granddaughter Justine Marsh of Clarinda, IA; other relatives and friends.

There will be a Celebration of Life Memorial Service held at a later date. Memorials are being directed to the family

Woods, Margaret Louise Hayes - Margaret Louise Woods age 96 of Shenandoah Iowa, passed away on October 11, 2016 at the Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah Iowa. Margaret was born May 1, 1920 in Shenandoah Iowa to Ollie Ralph Hayes and Myrtle Mae (Kammerer) Hayes.

Margaret was one of three children of Ollie and Myrtle Hayes, Catherine (Hayes) Burris being the eldest and Betty (Hayes) Benscoter being the youngest.

Margaret was a graduate of Shenandoah High School and while a student, studied piano and violin. On July 20, 1940 she married Pardee James Woods. To this union two children were born Margaret Anne and Pardee James, Jr.

Margaret was an organist and pianist for the First Presbyterian Church and later the Congregational Church in Shenandoah where she performed until health issues prohibited her playing the piano and then the organ. During these same years she also played the piano and organ for funerals and weddings in southwest Iowa plus taught piano and organ lessons to numerous members of the southwest Iowa community even during her later years. Margaret was an avid seamstress and gardener. She produced numerous quilts some of which were used in charity drives and donated to Elm Heights. She also enjoyed cooking. Music students would often come to lessons and experience the aroma of something good baking in the oven.

She was preceded in death by her husband Pardee Woods, Sr., parents Ollie and Myrtle Hayes, sister Catherine Burris and one grandchild Melissa Anne Neal.

Margaret is survived by her son Pardee Woods, Jr. of Shenandoah, daughter Margaret Neal of Red Oak, three grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and sister Betty Benscoter of Shenandoah.

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Alice passed away on Tuesday evening, October 25, 2016 at her home in Clarinda. She was born August 16, 1929. Per her request, she was cremated and no services are going to be held.