Anderson, Carolyn Diane - Carolyn Diane Anderson, daughter of Donald and Lois Anderson, was born November 23, 1949. She lived most of her life with her parents on the family farm east of Essex, Iowa and was a graduate of Essex High School in 1968.

Carolyn was a lifelong member of St John's Lutheran Church in Essex, and participated in many groups including the LCW Ladies Chorus, St. John's Quilters and the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. Carolyn also enjoyed books and spent many, many hours at the Essex Public Library, both reading and volunteering her time. Carolyn spent her later years in Shenandoah, Iowa and was a proud resident of Windsor Manor. Carolyn loved Andy Williams, As The World Turns, the Maxine cartoon character, and was an avid sports fan, specifically of the NBA, the Boston Celtics and her beloved Iowa Hawkeyes.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her five cousins, Gerald Carlson and his wife Barbra, and their children Stephen (Michelle), Susan (GT) and David (Kimberly) of Norman, Oklahoma; Gene Carlson and his wife Kathy and daughter Sara Carlson of Des Moines, Iowa; Richard Carlson and his wife Pat and their children Rachelle (Jason), Kara (Jan), Nicole and Stephanie of Mount Vernon, Illinois; John Anderson and his wife Colleen and their children Shannon and Michelle of Houston, Texas; Steven Anderson and his wife Roseanne and their children Jeffrey and Kimberly of Antelope, California; her supportive friends Diane Liljedahl, Janet Walker, Karen Ahrens; other relatives and many friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the St. John Lutheran Church in Essex.

Visitation with the family will be held for 9:30 am until 10:30 am, Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the church.

Burial will be held at the Essex Cemetery in Essex.

Androy, Jimmie "Jim" Lee - Jimmie "Jim" Lee Androy , was born on August 28, 1935 at Shenandoah, Iowa the son of Joseph and Goldie Meyers Androy, and entered into rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska.

Jim lived all his life in Shenandoah, Iowa he attended Shenandoah High School and graduated in 1953. He was united in marriage to Joanna Spurgeon on October 12, 1958 in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Jim served in the United States Army being discharged in 1964 as a SP5. Jim worked for Mac Malloy Motor Company later purchasing it in 1972 and owned the dealership until 2000. Jim was a member of the First Christian Church, Shenandoah Rotary Club and belonged to the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed collecting classic cars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jody Brayman and son Joe Androy. Survivors include his wife Joanna Androy of Shenandoah, Iowa, son Jerry Androy of Galveston, Texas, granddaughter Paige Androy and fiancée Ryan Peek, sister Jacqueline Holmes of Shenandoah, Iowa; other relatives and many friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may directed to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue , 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah

Brooks, Smith Clarence - Smith C. Brooks, 86, former New Market garage owner and carpentering contractor, died at 6:45 am this Monday after a long illness.

Mr Brooks had fallen on Thanksgiving Day in 1951 and had been unable to work since. He never recovered completely from a hip fracture. He had been bedfast at the New Market home since October, 1955.

His wife survives him, and they have a daughter, Mrs Earl (Edna) Hipsley at Larkspur, Calif. Mr and Mrs Hipsley have been here several weeks. Mr Brooks was a brother of Rome Brooks of Villisca and Albert Brooks and Mrs Nellie Carmichael of Clarinda.

Mr Brooks was born in Page County and in 1915 moved to New Market, where he conducted a garage. In 1928 he began the carpenter's trade and built many structures in the Taylor-Page area.

The funeral is in charge of Walker Funeral home, the time not yet set. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 12, 1956

Smith Clarence Brooks, son of James C. and Phoebe Arnold Brooks was born on a farm in East River Township, Page County, Ia, Sept 17, 1869, and died at the family home in New Market, Ia, March 12, 1956, at the age of 86 years, five months and 25 days.

He was united in marriage to Grace Bellezora Martin Feb 1, 1891. To this union were born two children, Mrs Earl (Edna) Hipsley, Larkspur, Calif, and Clarence Lee, who preceded his father in death Feb 13, 1938.

He is survived by his wife Grace and daughter Edna, also two brothers Rome of Villisca, Ia and Albert of New Market, Ia and one sister, Mrs Nellie Carmichael of Clarinda, Ia, two grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Mr Brooks made farming his career until 1915? when he moved to New Market and entered the garage business, which he conducted until 1928. After selling the garage he engaged in carpentering until four years ago last Thanksgiving Day, when he fell breaking a hip. After that time he was able to do very little. For almost five months he had been bedfast.

Funeral services were held March 15, 1956, at the Baptist Church in New Market. Rev I.E. Stickelman, assisted by Rev Ray Heckert, was in charge of the services. Donald Godfrey sang, with Mary Anderson as pianist. Casket bearers were Irvin McKay, Jess Brown, Alvin Brummett, Francis Potter, Marion Jetton and Mark Anderson. Eva Karg, Pauline Sparks, Doris Anderson and Hazel Garrison were in charge of flowers. Interment was in Old Memory Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 29, 1956

Cabeen, Ellavee - Ellavee Cabeen, age 89, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Rev. Dan Wiebesiek officiating . Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Bedford, Iowa.

Fichter, Alena Pearl Ross - Alena Pearl (Ross) Fichter was born September 29, 1925 to Paul and Ruth (Cooksey) Ross in Clearfield, Iowa and entered into rest on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 91.

The family moved from Clearfield, Iowa to Clearmont, Missouri where Alena started school and graduated from Clearmont High School with the class of 1943.

Always wanting to be a nurse, in 1944 she had the chance to join the United States Cadet Nurse Corps. From there she joined the Jennie Edmundson School of Nursing. She enjoyed three wonderful years of education and graduated in 1947. She then went to Shenandoah, Iowa to be an Registered Nurse at the Hand Hospital. While there she fell in love with a a wonderful man William (Bill) Fichter and they we married on October 8, 1950. To this union two children, JoEllen and Mark were born.

Bill and Alena enjoyed golfing, and being with family and friends and traveling.

Alena loved being a nurse, loved being with family and friends, especially loved her life with Bill.

Alena was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 50 years and the Randolph United Methodist Church for 67 years.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill, her parents and a brother Clifford Ross.

Those left to honor her memory are her children; JoEllen (Lauren) Heermann of Haxtun, Colorado and Mark (Benita) Fichter of Randolph, Iowa, seven grandchildren; Jenna (Christian) Keller of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Will Heermann of Ridgecrest, California, John (Kim) Heerman of Haxtun, Colorado, Sterling (Christina) Fichter of Randolph, Iowa, Jeremiah Fichter, MaryAmelia Fichter both of Anaheim, California, and Isaac Fichter of Randolph, Iowa, six great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, June 30, 2017 at the Randolph United Methodist Church in Randolph, Iowa.

Visitation with the family will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Thursday, June 29, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Memorials may be directed to the Randolph United Methodist Church or the Randolph Rescue Squad.

Burial will be held in the Randolph Cemetery

Gorman Howell was Postmaster

Gorman B. Howell, 81, of Ankeny died Christmas Eve at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Des Moines where he had been admitted a few hours earlier.  Services were held Saturday in Clarinda.

Howell had come to Iowa from Indiana, his native state.  His wife was the former Orpha A. Fleener of Clarinda, whom he married in March, 1921.

He served as commander of Shenandoah's Co. E of Iowa National Guard from 1920 to 1922, located there as salesman for Armour & Co., 1919 to 1934.  He moved to Clarinda in 1933, being in automotive sales.

He was born at Losantville, Indiana, on July 23, 1893, son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin B. Howell.  He was educated in Losantville schools and attended Indiana University.  As a Hoosier schoolmaster, he taught in one-room schools in Indiana.

He served as a balloon pilot 1917-1918 during World War I.  He took time out from his business in Clarinda to serve as a volunteer in World War II from 1942-1945.

He resumed operation of Clarinda Motor Sales till appointment as postmaster of Clarinda in 1950, serving until 1955.  He then was a broker in real estate until retirement in 1974 when he moved to Ankeny.

He was a member of the Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge and past commander of the American Legion Post of Clarinda, serving two terms.

He was preceded in death by a son, John B. Howell in 1925.     

Survivors are his wife Orpha, son, G. Daniel Howell of Phoenix, Ariz., daughter, Mrs. Dee Marie Day of Ankeny; a brother, Gerald Howell of Indianapolis, Ind., nine grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Funeral services Saturday at Walker Funeral Home were under the direction of Rev. Jerold Irvin and Rev. Lester Greenwood.  Mrs. Doris Forbes was soloist and Mrs. Grace Perry organist.  Honorary bearers were:  Clarence Johnson, Earl Williams and Frank Millhone.  Casket bearers were:  Kenneth Mace, G. W. Richardson, Ronald Perry, Q. L. Clinton, George Pfander and Oliver Gregory.

Burial was in Clarinda cemetery with military services by representatives from Offut AFB from Omaha. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 30, 1974

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Goudie, Hal Dean - Hal Goudie, age 68, of Shambaugh, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, June 24, 2017 at Veteran’s Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska. Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Rev. Andrew Rubenking officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m. at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post 98. Memorials may be directed to Hal Goudie Memorial.

Hal “Papa”, “Ole’ Man” Dean Goudie, son of Melvin and Marcelene (Freemyer) Goudie passed away the morning of June the 24th at the VA Medical Center in Omaha, Ne. The world lost a great man, great papa, loving son and brother, caring friend and incredible dad!

Hal Dean Goudie was born at home in Bedford on March 11th 1949. He was raised in the Taylor County area until the family moved to Clarinda in 1962 where he lived his life being a big kid and the rest of us waited for him to grow up, we are all thankful that he really never did.

He kept his parents on their toes at an early age. From crawling under a fence where the chickens got in and ending up in the road, to playing with the knobs on the stove and filling the house with smoke while his mom was in the garden. To putting cherry bombs in the toilets at South Page school. He was always looking for the next adventure. He could be found working on his father’s farm helping with crops, cattle and hogs.

Hal finished High School at South Page in 1967. He left for the Marine Corp on October 31st 1967 and attended Boot Camp at Camp Pendleton in San Diego, California. Shortly after graduating he was sent to Da Nang Vietnam where he spent all of 28 days in country before being Medivac lifted out. After six months in different hospitals he returned home. He was medically retired out of the Marine Corp on March 1st 1974.

The ole’ man lived an interesting life and family meant the world to him. Hal was united in marriage to Elizabeth (Betsy) Horel on May 31st, 1970. They were blessed with two children, Christy and Matthew. During this time, he worked with his Dad on the family farm and at Miller Feed in New Market. He spent many nights with Mike Hughes and the Steeve boys running hounds throughout the area chasing coons and coyotes. Earning his CB handle “Ridge Runner”

The love he had for his family would later grow immensely as the family grew with the births of his grandchildren. His love and big kid personality was evident with each and every one of them. They will all hold many memories and his free spirit and love for life will live on in their hearts. He was then married to Joanna Garey on November 10th, 2007. They shared the love of rock hunting and searching for the next treasure at auctions and flea markets.

Preceding Hal in death were his father Melvin Goudie, sister Connie Goudie, Son Matthew Goudie and wife Joanna Goudie.

He leaves behind his mother Marcelene Goudie, brother, Steven Goudie (Cindy), daughter Christy Marie (Goudie) Riley (Brian), Step Daughters Natasha Salway (Josh) and Jessica Calhoon (Jeff) and Step Son Dawson Salway. Grandchildren Halle Goudie, Austin Goudie, Lukas DeAnda, Cheyenne Riley, Gianna Rock, Chase Riley, Sylas Riley, Donavyn Calhoon, Adrien Salway, Landen Salway, Treyten Calhoon, Sara Schram and Luke Schram. Nieces, Nephews, cousins and many friends

Granaman, Esther Elizabeth Feris - Esther Elizabeth Granaman, 53, died Tuesday [Mar 10].

She is the sister of Roberta Neff, Maitland. Born Oct 25, 1927 in Townsend, Neb., she was the daughter of Elmer and Elsie Houston Faris. She was the widow of Glenn Granaman.

Other survivors include a son, Donald Granaman, Ames, Iowa; three other sisters, Marie Tatum, Tucson, Ariz., Neva Jones, Phoenix, Ariz., and Sarah Dawson, Lake Oswego, Ore; and eight brother, Col Arthur Faris, Chaplin, S.C., Harold Faris, St Joseph, Leonard Faris, Georgetown, Ky., Adam Faris, Riverside, Calif., James Faris, Gretna, Neb., Bryce Faris, Troutdale, Ore., George Faris, Louisville, Colo., and Edwin Faris, California.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and a son David.

Services will be at 10 am Friday at Walker-Merrick funeral home in Clarinda. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. MARYVILLE DAILY FORUM, Maryville, Missouri, Mar 12, 1981

Funeral services for Esther Elizabeth Granaman, 53, of Clarinda will be at 10 am Friday at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev Harland Gant officiating.

Mrs Granaman died Tuesday [Mar 10] afternoon at Municipal Hospital [Clarinda, Iowa].

She was born Oct 25, 1927 at Townsend, Ne., the daughter of Elmer and Elsie Houston Faris.

Survivors include a son, Donald Granaman, Ames, Iowa; sisters, Mrs Roy (Marie) Tatum, Tucson, Ariz., Mrs Lloyd (Roberta) Neff, Maitlan [sic], Mo., Neva Jones, Phoenix, Ariz., and Mrs Charles (Sarah) Dawson, Lake Oswego, Ore; Brothers are: Col Arthur Faris, Chaplin, S.C., Harold Faris, St Joseph, Mo., Leonard Faris, Georgetown, Ky., Adam Faris, Riverside, Calif., James Faris, Gretna, Neb., Bryce Faris, Troutdale, Co., and Edwin Faris, California.

She was preceded in death by husband Glenn and son David.

Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 12, 1981

Granaman, Glenn E. - Funeral services were held Sunday for Glenn E. Granaman, 42, who lost his life Thursday in a tractor accident while working as foreman of a county grading crew east of Shambaugh.

Glenn Elmer Granaman was born on April 11, 1921, near Fort Madison, Ia, the son of Mr and Mrs Elmer B. Granaman. Before moving to Clarinda in 1947 Mr Granaman had lived on a farm near Burlington.

Mr Granaman had served with the army during World War II from July 1942 through December 1945. He was a member of the First Methodist church of Clarinda and was Assistant Scout Master of the Boy Scout Troop.

He is survived by his wife, Beth, and two sons, Donald Granaman and David Granaman, all of the home at 423 E. Willow St. His parents, Mr and Mrs W.F. Balmer of Bentensport, Ia; brothers, Robert Grahaman of Farson, William Balmer of Troy, and Dale Balmer of Ames; sisters, Mrs Mildred Sweetnam of Chicago, and Mrs Virginia Muntz of Farson.

The funeral service was held at the Williams Memorial Chapel, the Rev John Beebout, pastor of the First Methodist church, officiating, Myron Johnston was the soloist and Mrs Helen Hall Hoskinson was the organist.

Pallbearers were Sig Talbert, Jesse Love, John Swanson, Wayne Hartman, Jesse Stephens and Loren Pierce. Steven Ankeny played taps at the Clarinda cemetery for the boy scouts. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 11, 1963

Henderson, William "Bill" Dean - William Dean (Bill) Henderson was born March 27,1964, to Vida (Smith) and James Dale Henderson in Vancouver, Washington. He passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Clarkson Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 53 as a result of health issues that began in 2010.

Bill grew up in Northboro and Coin, Iowa, and attended school in the Shenandoah and South Page School Districts. He participated in baseball, football, and basketball and also enjoyed motocross racing. He served in the United States Army. As a young adult, he played slow-pitch softball.

He was employed at Twisted H Ranch for the past two years. He also worked at the Hamburg Post Office, the Shenandoah Hy-Vee, Keene Thummel Trucking, Johnson Controls, and NSK.

Bill loved to spend time with family and friends. Fishing, playing pool, and hunting were his favorite activities. Most of all, he loved hunting coyotes with an extended group of family and friends. He shot pool in many 8-ball tournaments. Bill was an avid fan of the Oklahoma Sooners. Bill's favorite holiday party was the annual Henderson Christmas Eve gathering. For the past three years, his favorite outings involved watching his nephews Cole and Jake bowl and play soccer and baseball, giving him the opportunity to connect with family whenever possible.

Bill resided in rural Coin, Iowa, with his brother Rob Henderson for the past two years and loved to help with the horses. The stud horse Boone reacted with joy whenever Bill approached his coral. On Easter Sunday of this year, Bill experienced a "first" by assisting with the birth of a filly, aptly named Billie Jean in honor of their paternal grandmother and him; this little filly was Rob's last gift to his brother.

Bill was preceded in death by his mother Vida (Henderson) Williams, his maternal grandparents Fred and Nettie Smith all of Coin, Iowa, as well as his paternal grandparents Robert and Ethel (Jean) Henderson of Northboro, Iowa. Also preceding him in death was his uncle Ed Smith of Clarinda.

Left to mourn his passing are his beloved bird dog Maggie, his father Jim Henderson (Cindy), and brothers Rick Henderson (Robin) of Shenandoah, Iowa, and Rob Henderson (Tiffany Pease), and his sister Jaime Graham (Heath) of Shenandoah. Bill has four children - Matt, Brad, Chelsey, and Ashley and eight grandchildren. Bill's nephews are Michael Henderson and Cole and Jake Graham, all of Shenandoah. His nieces include Jill Stevenson (Daniel) and Jackie Pease (Darin) also of Shenandoah. Bill's aunts and uncles include Becky Parmenter (Doyle), Ina Nelson (Lyle Jr.), Sharon Smith, and Carol Von Eschen (Del). He is also survived by cousins Tiffany (Parmenter) Bayless (Dave), Stephanie (Parmenter) Dudley (Mark), Amy (Parmenter) Fihr (Grant), Traci (Nelson) Regan (Andy), Eric Nelson (Molly), Raymond Smith (Jerilyn), and Diana Bright (Bill). Also surviving are great-nephews Wyatt and Will Stevenson and great-niece Tori Pease, all of Shenandoah. Other special relatives in his life include Linda Henderson and Dennis Williams and their respective extended families. His special friends were Kris Grebert, Adam Miller, Gary Moody, Mike Shepard, and Jeff Whitlock.

Bill treasured each day for the past seven years, even as he endured various procedures and times of pain and discomfort. His advice to family and friends would be to make the most of each and every day. The lyrics of his favorite song "Spirit in the Sky" are his parting words to all who knew and loved him.

Celebration of life memorial service will be held 2:00 pm, Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial of cremains will be held at the Union Grove Cemetery in Northboro with military rites by the Shenandoah American Legion Post 88 Color Guard

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 1, at noon, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 N. Sumner Avenue, Creston, Iowa, 50801. Visitation with the family will be 11 a.m. Graveside services will be held at 4 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, 1614 P Avenue, Clarinda, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to Trinity Lutheran Church for either the Outside Nativity Fund or the Preschool. Online condolences may be given at www.powersfh.com

Jeanne Herzberg (Helen Jeanette) of West Des Moines, Iowa, went home to be with her Lord on May 28, 2017. Jeanne was born on May 26, 1930, in Oak Park, IL, the daughter of Harlan and Vivian (Thurber) Heath. She is survived by many who will cherish her memory: her loving husband of 62 years, Lawrence Herzberg of West Des Moines, Iowa; her sister, Sandra (Kenneth) Marquardt of Missouri Valley, Iowa; her children, Sandi Adams of Independence, Missouri, Drs. MeriBeth and Scott Stegall of McDonough, Georgia, Bruce and Beth Herzberg of Afton, Iowa, and Vivian Herzberg of West Des Moines, Iowa; her grandchildren, Atrea Rackley, The Rev. Martin (Diana) Herzberg, Luke Herzberg, Amanda Herzberg, Chloe Stegall, and Camilla Stegall; and, her great-grandchildren, Aryen McDonald and James Rackley, Grace and Noelle Jeanne Herzberg as well as many nieces, nephews, and very dear friends. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Constance Marie, her parents, and her son-in-law, Dub (WJ) Adams.

At the age of six, she moved with her family to Missouri Valley, Iowa, where she graduated from high school at age 16 and then attended Huron College, majoring in music. In 1951, she graduated from Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Ever intellectually curious, Jeanne also completed an undergraduate degree in public administration in 1979 and a master's degree in counseling psychology in 1986.
Her first position as a registered nurse led her to Clarinda Municipal Hospital, where she delighted in working in labor and delivery. In Clarinda, Jeanne met the love of her life, Lawrence Herzberg, and they married on August 10, 1954. Together they created a loving home where they raised their four children. Active with her children's activities, she helped to form and lead a 4-H Club for neighborhood girls so they could learn "to make the best better." Jeanne modeled a life of love, devotion, and service, liberally seasoned with humor from her quick wit and a twinkle from her sparkling blue eyes.

As hobbies, Jeanne loved and collected nativities, read widely and avidly, and enjoyed varied crafts from needlework to ceramics. Her healing touch extended to the dolls which she restored in her Doll-e-Well Doll Hospital. She loved to knit and crochet. Over many years, she and Lawrence created treasured ceramic Santa Claus collections and nativity scenes for each child and grandchild.

In the mid-1960s, Jeanne became a nurse educator, first as an instructor in the Iowa Western (Clarinda) practical nursing program and then developing the practical nursing program at Southwestern Community College in Creston, Iowa, serving as its first director. In later years, Jeanne was instrumental in the development of Green Valley Hospice in Creston, serving on the initial task force and as its first Executive Director.

Whatever Jeanne did in her life, she did for her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Always active in her congregation, Jeanne was a member of Immanuel and St. John Lutheran congregations in Clarinda, Iowa, and Trinity Lutheran Church in Creston, Iowa. Jeanne loved working with children and helped establish the Trinity Lutheran Preschool, serving as its first director. Whether she was teaching Sunday School; directing the choir; serving in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, the Altar Guild, Naomi Circle, or, on the prayer chain; participating as an AAL Lamplighter; or, leading a Lifelight Bible Study, Jeanne used the many gifts God gave her in His service

Holman, Charles Earl - Charles Earl Holman, 71, of Essex, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at the Prairie Meadows Special Alzheimer's Care Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

Charles was born in Hamburg, IA on October 18th, 1945. He attended Farragut Community School and graduated in 1965. He went to California and worked on a horse ranch for a year, before returning home to farm. He served in the Iowa National Guard and was discharged in 1973.

Charles was married to Linda McKay on March 26th, 1967; they were married for 50 years. They lived together on the farm outside Farragut where they raised their children, Mindy, Kara, and Brent.

Charles worked as a farmer and a carpenter for 55 years. He enjoyed bowling, golf and playing with his grandchildren.

Charles is preceded in death by his father Edward, his mother Neta, his step-mother Ruby, his sister Darlene, and his brother Carol.

Charles is survived by his wife Linda; his brother Melb; his brother-in-law Arnold, his brother-in-law Mike and his wife Ida; his daughter Mindy and her husband Jon; his daughter Kara; his son Brent; his granddaughter Amanda and her husband Coy; his grandchildren Neta, Alex, Cole, Natalie, and Brandon; his great-granddaughter Charlie Mae, and other family and friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Monday, May 29, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with flag presentation by the Shenandoah American Legion Post 88 Color Guard

Holmes, Gary Lee - Gary Lee Holmes, son of Marion Lowell and Arneitha Rowene (Skalberg) Holmes, was born February 6, 1949 in Shenandoah, Iowa. He passed away on May 14, 2017 at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska.

Gary grew up on a farm Northwest of Essex. He attended Essex country school and Essex High School where he graduated with the class of 1967. He lettered in both football and baseball.

In 1968, Gary joined the U.S. Navy. He achieved the rank of Fire Control Technician Striker Third Class (FTG3). He served on the USS Coral Sea aircraft carrier during Vietnam. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy in 1972. After returning home to Essex, Gary worked for Johnson Brothers in Essex, then Uniroyal in Red Oak and retiring from D&L / Romech in 2007.

Gary was a member of the Faith Covenant Church of Essex. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and tinkering with classic cars. He was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears and New York Yankees.

He was preceded in death by his parents Marion "Bus" and A. Rowene Holmes.

Gary is survived by his brother Roger Holmes of Byron, Georgia and several distant relatives and friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the Faith Covenant Church in Essex, Iowa.

Open visitation will be held from 11:00 am until 5:00 pm, Friday, May 19, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. The family will not be present.

Memorials may be directed to the Faith Covenant Church in Essex, Iowa.

Burial will be held at the Essex Cemetery in Essex, Iowa with military rites provided by the Clarinda Color Guard Post 98

Holmes, Mary "Catherine" Baugh - Mary Catherine Holmes, the daughter of Edwin and Lettie (Hookham) Baugh was born at Coin, Iowa on December 31, 1923 and entered into rest on June 29, 2017 at George Grape Community Hospital in Hamburg, Iowa attaining the age of 93 years, 5 months and 29 days.

Catherine grew up in Coin, Iowa and attended school there graduating from Coin High School in 1941. After high school she attended A.I.B. in Des Moines, Iowa. After graduating from A.I.B she worked for a brief time in Omaha. On March 2, 1944 she was united in marriage to James Franklin Holmes, to this union four children were born Linda Kay, Carolyn Jean, James Edwin and John Paul. Her children were always a source of pride for her. After Frank was discharged from the Navy in 1945 they made their home in Sidney, Iowa. In 1968 after the children were raised, Catherine worked for Health and Human Services.

Catherine was a member of the Sidney United Methodist Church, PEO, Monday Club, American Legion Auxiliary, Band Parents (Sidney Music Alliance). Catherine loved being a wife , mother , grandmother and great grandmother and took joy in all her family .

Preceding her in death was her beloved husband Frank in 1988; her parents, Edwin and Lettie Baugh and a daughter-in-law Pam Holmes.

Survivors include her children, Linda Reilly and husband Dennis of Sidney, Iowa, Carolyn Larson and husband Tate of rural Essex, Iowa, Jim Holmes and wife Joan of Sidney, Iowa and John Holmes of Omaha, Nebraska. Also she is survived by her ten grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral Services will be held a the United Faith Church in Sidney, Iowa on Monday, July 3, 2017 at 11 a.m. with visitation at the church on Monday one hour prior to service. Burial will take place at Elmwood Cemetery in Coin, Iowa at 1:30 Monday. Memorials to the United Faith Church or the Sidney Rescue.

Howell, Gorman died this morning

Maj. Gorman D. (Dan) Howell, 60, a native of Clarinda, died this Thursday morning in a Riverside, Ca., hospital following a short illness.  Howell retired from the Air Force in 1964 after 22 years of service.
In the service, he served as deputy chief of supply with a Military Air Transport Service (MATS) unit at Hunter AFB, Ga., prior to his retirement.  Following his retirement, he worked at both military and civil service positions, mostly in the areas of oil and fuels.
He was born in Clarinda, the son of G. B. and Orpha Howell and was a graduate of Clarinda High School and attended State University of Iowa.  He received his commission in 1944 through the variation cadet program.  He served in Italy during World War II and also was a veteran of the Korean conflict.
He was preceded in death by his father and his first wife, the former Shirley Kreinheder.
He is survived by his mother, Orpha, of Ankeny; one son, Dan, of Salisbury, Md.; two daughters, Maxine Rittmeyer and Danelle Krien, both of Bellevile, IL, and four grandchildren.
Funeral services are pending at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 24, 1983

Funeral services for Gorman D. (Dan) Howell, 59 of Riverside, Ca, who died Thursday were held this Monday morning at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev John Clark officiating.

His survivors include four children: Dan Howell, Salisbury, Md; Maxine Rittmeyer and Danelle Kernan of Belleville, Il, and Jennifer Howell of Aurora, Co. There are four grandchildren. Mrs Dee Marie Day of Ankeny is a sister and his mother Mrs Orpha Howell is of Ankeny.

He was preceded in death by his father, G.B. Howell and a brother John B. Howell.

Burial was in Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 28, 1983

Hull, Rebecca Wilkin - Blanchard - Died, at the home of her daughter, Mrs Catharine Kinne at Blanchard, Iowa, April 27, 1900, Rebecca Wilkin Hull, aged 93 years, 8 months and 10 days. Funeral services were held at the residence of Mrs Kinne, Saturday, April 28, conducted by Rev Pinkerton. Interment at Union Grove cemetery. The deceased was born in Ohio. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 4, 1900

Millie Jensen, age 92, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, June 17, 2017 at her residence in Clarinda. Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 26, 2017 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Rev. Jay Cline officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 26 at the church prior to the service. Private family burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery following the memorial service. Memorials may be directed to Westminster Presbyterian Church, Clarinda Foundation, Clarinda A’s, or the Lied Library Foundation. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa.

Mildred Myers Jensen was born on April 10, 1925 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, # 6 of 7 children. She was the daughter of Peter Evans Myers, Jr. and Pearl (Turner) Myers. Mildred graduated from the Berkeley County school system as valedictorian in 1942. While there, she participated in many activities, choral club, drama club, sports, Beta club, Homemaker Association, and was on the staff of the school newspaper and yearbook. Mildred attended Winthrop University and graduated magna cum laude in 3 years. She then worked for the U. S. Department of Commerce in Charleston, S.C.

Mildred (Millie) and Kenneth Jensen were married on June 7, 1947 at Moncks Corner, S.C. Kenneth had recently completed his Army service and was a medical student in Charleston. They were blessed with 4 children, James Christian, Carol Irene, Thomas Evans and Jeree Kay.

Millie was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, serving as Elder and Deacon and as officer in Women’s Gathering at the church for many years. She also, enjoyed being an active member of the community. She was officer and president of the Page County Medical Auxiliary, officer and president of Chapter KH, PEO and a 60 + year member; charter member of the Clarinda Concert Association, member of the International Club and volunteer for such groups as Clarinda Ambassadors, Friends of the Library, Clarinda Regional Health Center, Nodaway Historical Society, CAV, Glenn Miller Birthplace Society and the Red Cross.

Family, church and friends were Millie’s main interests, followed by travel, golfing, athletic events, cards and reading.

Preceding Millie in death were her parents; husband of 61 years, Dr. Kenneth Jensen; sisters, Marguerite Crow, Catherine Wall, Cecil Turchin and Pearle Leland; brothers, Dr. Pete Myers and Dr. Rhett Myers.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Dr. James Jensen of San Luis, Arizona, Carol Hadka and husband Dr. Michael of Downingtown, Pennsylvania, Thomas Jensen and wife Diane of Sioux City, Iowa, Jeree Robertson and husband John of Prairie Village, Kansas; grandchildren, Dr. Kenneth Jensen and wife Meagan of Berkeley, California, Dr. Jean Anne Bernardi and husband Dr. Michael of Shelbyville, Kentucky, Dane Jensen of Austin, Texas, Brian Hadka and wife Carolyn of Lansdale, Pennsylvania, Dr. David Hadka of State College, Pennsylvania, Sarah Jacques and husband Nate of Johnston, Iowa, Kacie Jensen and Emily Jensen of Sioux City, Iowa; great grandchildren, Nicholas, Natalie and Benjamin Hadka, John Kenneth Bernardi, Rowan Jensen, Mason Jacques; sister-in-law, Darleen Gardner of Sparks, Maryland; nieces; nephews and many friends.

Johnson, Melburn Duard "Mick" - Melburn Duard ("Mick") Johnson was born in Skidmore, MO, on June 15, 1927, the 12th of 13 children of Floyd Ausby and Barbara Jane (Cunningham) Johnson. He peacefully passed away June 11, 2017, at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah with his son and daughter-in-law by his side.

Mick was drafted in 1945 but received a deferment so he could graduate from Skidmore High School. After graduating he joined the Army, attended basic training at Fort Lewis, WA, and was then sent to Germany. For part of his time in Germany, he was a guard at the Nuremberg Trials. Mick also taught math to some of the other soldiers. He returned to Skidmore in the summer of 1948 and signed up for inactive reserves.

Mick married JoAnne Emerson on March 7, 1949 in Skidmore, MO, in a ceremony officiated by her father, evangelist Ralph Waldo Emerson. They moved to Shenandoah and he started working at Stockstill's service station.

In September 1950 he was called back into the Army. After a quick refresher course, he was sent to Yeongdeungpo, Korea where he was assigned to be a combat engineer. He returned to the states in December 1951 and was officially discharged in June 1952 with the rank of Sergeant First Class. He was awarded three Battle Stars and a Presidential Unit Citation. Mick was very proud of his service to his country.

Mick worked at Stockstill's service station for 18 years and then the City of Shenandoah for 22 years, before retiring in June 1989. Even after retiring, he continued to work at City Hall for another six years.

Mick enjoyed working on bicycles and spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His faith was also a big part of his life. He and Jo Anne helped start the Mission Church in Sidney and later Faith Christian Fellowship Church in Shenandoah. He also helped JoAnne when she did her prison ministry and later started her own church in Shenandoah.

Mick and JoAnne enjoyed 65 years of marriage before she passed November 6, 2014.

Preceding Mick in death were his wife JoAnne, his parents, and all 12 of his siblings.

Survivors include: his son Keith and his wife Lynette (Carnagey) of Shenandoah; four grandchildren: Brandi Perdew and husband Todd of Manilla, IA, Alyssa Haggerty and husband Conor of St. Paul, MN, Cody Johnson and friend Kristi Hoskins of Shenandoah, and Keegan Johnson of Shenandoah; three great-grandsons: Cooper and Carson Perdew of Manilla, IA, and Emerson Haggerty of St. Paul, MN; and many other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Thursday, June 15, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Memorials will be may be directed to the family.

Burial will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with military rites provibed by Shenandoah American Legion Post 88 Color Guard

Kluver, Carl E. - Carl E. Kluver, 92, of Essex, Iowa, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2017 at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah.

Celebration of life funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service in Shenandoah. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation and viewing from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Friday, June 2, at the funeral home. A memorial is being established. Cremation will take place following the service on Saturday. Inurnment will be in the Little Sioux Twp. Cemetery at Smithland, Iowa at a later date.

Carl Emil August Kluver, son of Carl Emil and Emma (Hesse) Kluver, was born on the family farm near Mapleton, Iowa on December 27, 1924. He entered into eternal rest on May 26, 2017 at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 92 years, 5 months, 29 days.

Growing up on the farm in the Mapleton and Charter Oak area, Carl learned the value of hard work. During high school, he worked for his uncles feeding cattle in their feed lot. Before completing his senior year at Charter Oak High School, Carl enlisted in the United States Navy in October of 1943 during World War II. He proudly served on the U.S.S. Richmond - AGG B. He was honorably discharged at the end of the war in 1946.

After returning home, Carl met the love of his life, Lois Mae Steinhoff. They were married on October 17, 1947 and enjoyed over 65 years of marriage. To this union three children were born, Charles, Ross and Joan.

Working with Safeway, Carl began his career in Denison, Iowa before being transferred to the Shenandoah store where he worked as a meat cutter. He worked for Safeway for 25 years. Carl then bought the Standard tank wagon in Essex. He loved being his own boss and setting his own hours.

After retirement, Carl spent more time on the things he enjoyed: golfing, refinishing antiques and caning chairs. He didn’t take up golf until he was 50 years old and ended up with five holes-in-one.

Carl was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Essex, the Essex Volunteer Fire & Rescue, the Plainsmen men’s choir, a charter member of the Page County Landfill, and the Shenandoah American Legion Club and golf course. One of the highlights Carl enjoyed was taking a trip to visit Washington D. C. with the Veterans Honor Flight in 2009.

Preceding Carl in death were his wife, Lois (Steinhoff/Miller) Kluver; two sons, Charles and Ross Kluver; parents, Carl and Emma Kluver; in-laws, Herman and Clara (Washburn) Steinhoff, Charles and Florence (Washburn) Miller; great granddaughter, Brooklyn Olson; brother, Gilbert Kluver and wife Janie Ruth; sister-in-laws Eva (Steinhoff) and Lewis Humphrey and Elda (Steinhoff) and Vic Byers; brother-in-law, Jack Steinhoff and wife Gloria; two nephews, Dallas Byers and Mark Steinhoff; and niece Sandra Rogers.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Joan Olson of Essex; four grandsons, Joshua Kluver of Tucson, AZ, John Olson and wife Erin of Shenandoah, Grant Olson and wife Christina of Des Moines, IA, and Christopher Olson and wife Holly of Shenandoah; granddaughter, Katelyn Olson of Kansas City, MO; three great grandchildren, Morgan Kluver, Morgan Olson and Landon Olson; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.

Celebration of life funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service in Shenandoah. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation and viewing from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Friday, June 2, at the funeral home. Military rites will be accorded by the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88 Honor Guard. A memorial is being established. Cremation will take place following the service on Saturday. Inurnment will be in the Little Sioux Twp. Cemetery at Smithland, Iowa at a later date.

Lanzilotta, Ardis Reta Morrison -Ardis Reta Lanzilotta, age 81, passed away peacefully in her home at Prairie Vista Village in Altoona on Monday, June 5, 2017.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, June 11, 2017, at Bethel Cemetery in Diagonal, Iowa.

Ardis was born to Clarence and Hazel (Anderson) Morrison on May 2, 1936, in Tingley, Iowa in the family home. She was raised in Mt. Ayr, IA and graduated from Mt. Ayr High School in 1954. Ardis was also a resident of Clarinda, IA for 11 years, Ottumwa, IA for 11 years, and Phoenix, AZ for 28 years. In her working years, she was a bookkeeper for John Deere in Ottumwa and Schuck Components in Arizona. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, and travel. She collected John Deere and John Wayne memorabilia. Ardis was a dedicated volunteer for many organizations, and was especially involved with the Nodaway Valley Historical Museum of Clarinda, Iowa.

Ardis is survived by her husband, Dean Johnson; sister, Nina Eason; children, Pam Johnson and Gary (Sherry) Johnson; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Jeanie Tolbert, John Whittington, Mike Morrison, Terry Morrison, Dale Morrison, Glenn Morrison, Linda Armstrong, Steve Eason, Mike Eason and Susan Eason; numerous special great-nieces and great-nephews who were like grandchildren to her; and many other loving extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas Lanzilotta; brother, Rex (Gladys) Morrison; sisters, Crystal (Howard) Whittington and Phyllis (Rowe) Smith; brother-in-law, Jim Eason; nephews, Curt Eason and David Whittington; and niece, Cathy Larson.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Nodaway Valley Historical Museum or to the Masonic Grand Lodge of Iowa Library and Museum Building Endowment Fund of Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Irene Lewis, age 88, of New Market, Iowa, entered into peace Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at UNMC, Omaha, Nebraska. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 2, 2017 at Maple Grove Cemetery, Guss, Iowa with Rev. Dan Wiebesiek officiating. Lunch and fellowship with the family will be held at the New Market Methodist Church following the graveside service. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Guss, Iowa. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the New Market Methodist Church. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa.

Carrie Irene Lewis was born November 26, 1928 in Shenandoah, Iowa to Edward Geer and Alma Marie (Dow) Geer. She grew up on a farm east of New Market, Iowa and attended Frog Valley Country School. Irene graduated from New Market High School in 1947. She was united in marriage November 26, 1947 to Earl Lewis at the Methodist Church, New Market, Iowa. They were blessed with three children, Randy, Dwila and Duane. They resided in New Market for most of their life.

Irene was blessed to be called Grandma by many, many children through her thirty plus years as their babysitter in her home and they kept in touch with her through the years. She was also their teacher during this time; having craft time, picnics, teaching good manners helping with 4-H projects, making bird houses and was a great story teller, her special “Master Jim” stories were a favorite. She was a great cook and always had a dessert and they especially enjoyed her cookies and chocolate sheet cake. Irene was gracious host and enjoyed being with her friends and extended family and especially liked celebrating the 4th of July in her yard and watching the parade. She enjoyed playing 13 point pitch and dominoes. She was a long time member of the New Market Methodist Church.

Preceding Irene in death were her parents; husband, Earl Lewis; sisters, Louise Lawger and Evelyn Hixson.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Randy Lewis and wife Jane of Libertyville, Iowa; daughter, Dwila Sloan and husband Vic of Creston, Iowa; son, Duane Lewis of Corvallis, Oregon; grandchildren, Teri Burkett and husband Allan of Newton, Iowa, Scott Lewis of Carlisle, Iowa, Nicole Johnson and husband Scott of Olds, Iowa; great grandchildren, Zach and Mackenzie Malloy, Alex Burkett, Mallary, Alec and Lucy Johnson and Greyson Lewis; nieces; nephews; many, many friends and extended family.

Lundgren, Gordon Leonard - Gordon Leonard Lundgren, son of Leonard and Hazel (Johnson) Lundgren, was born on August 10, 1951, in Shenandoah, IA, and passed away on June 6, 2017, with his loving wife by his side.

Gordon graduated from Clarinda High School in 1970. Gordon married Shirley Ann Edgar on March 5, 1977, at the Fremont Covenant Church near Essex, IA. They made their home and raised their family in Shenandoah, IA.

Gordon proudly worked at the Pella Shenandoah Plant for the past 25 years. He enjoyed boating, traveling, and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes. Nothing made Gordon happier than time spent with family and friends. An avid sports fan, Gordon will be missed deeply for his sense of humor, big heart, and unwavering love.

Gordon was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Shirley; their children, Kristen Kaminski (Joe) of Liberty, MO, and Craig Lundgren (Jenne) of Denver, CO; four grandchildren, Lexi & Madison Kaminski and Brooklyn & Landon Lundgren; five siblings, Gary, Gene (Brenda), Gaylen (Barb), Glenda Johnson (Steve), and Gerard (Nanette); as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Monday, June 12, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm, Sunday, June 11, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

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

Memorials may be directed to the Shenandoah Fire Department or the Shenandoah Elks Lodge #1122

McKay, Phyllis Parris -Mrs Phyllis McKay, 63, of rural New Market died Saturday evening, Oct 3, 1998, at IHS Care Center in Clarinda, Iowa, after a lengthy illness.

She was born Nov 11, 1934, at Clarinda, the daughter of Walter and Lucille Lofgren Parris. She graduated from Clarinda High School. On Feb 11, 1954, she married Carrol McKay who survives. Mrs McKay had been a bookkeeper at F.D. Grace Co for the past 10 years.

She is survived by her husband Carrol of the home and two sons Clark McKay and wife Angie and Chris McKay and wife Jamie all of New Market. There are five grandchildren, Keaton, Misty, Kirk, Casey and Kelsey McKay. Eugene Parris of Sequin, Texas, is a brother and Jeanette Gillespie of Lake Havasu, Ariz, is a sister. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services were at 10:30 am Wednesday, Oct 7, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Rev John Clark officiating. Visitation was from 7-8 pm Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memory cemetery at New Market. Memorials may be directed to the cancer fund. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 7th, 1998

Mentzer, Ernest T. "Tye" - Ernest Talmage Mentzer, of Shenandoah and formerly of Newton, Iowa and Yates Center, Kansas, passed away on Thursday evening, June 29, 2017 at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs, IA at the age of 104 years, 7 months, 9 days.

A graveside celebration of life will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 11:00 at Yates Center Cemetery in Yates Center, Kansas with military honors. A memorial is being established. The Campbell Funeral Home in Yates Center is assisting the family.

Left to cherish Ernest's memory are his two daughters, Pat Mentzer and Jan Stevenson and her husband Tom of Northboro, IA.

Miller, Paulyne - Feb 4, 1925 - Jul 4, 2017 - Paulyne passed away Tuesday, July 4, 1925 at the Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah.

Celebration of life graveside service will be held 2:30 pm, Monday, July 10, 2017 at the Farragut Cemetery in Farragut, Iowa.

Visitation with the family will be held from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm, Monday, July 10, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Memorials may be directed to a charity of donor's choice in memory of Paulyne J. Miller

Nebitt, Lola Belle Eskew - Lola Belle Nebitt, daughter of Jake Elmo and Florence Marie (McWilliams) Eskew, was born February 21, 1933 in Shenandoah, Iowa. Lola passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017 at the Garden View Care Center in Shenandoah at the age of 84.

Lola grew up in Farragut, Iowa area. She graduated from Farragut High School in 1950. She was united in marriage to Kenneth Nebitt on February 21, 1956 in Tarkio, Missouri. They started their lives together in Glenwood, Iowa for a few years before moving back to Farragut, Iowa in 1971.

Lola was a telephone operator, cook and homemaker. She enjoyed gardening.

She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Nebitt, daughter Susan Fletcher, parents Jake and Florence Eskew and brothers Rex and Bob Eskew.

Lola is survived by her children Rebecca Elmore, Gerald Nebitt, Lisa Ilsley and George Nebitt, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brother John Eskew, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Celebration of life memorial service will be held 1:30 pm, Saturday, May 27, 2017 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial of cremains will be held at the Monroe Cemetery in Imogene, Iowa

Philpott, Ester Miller - Lillian Ester (Miller) Philpott, 60, of Essex, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017 at the Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa.

A celebration of life memorial gathering will be held at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service in Shenandoah on Friday evening, May 19, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Survivors include her two daughters, Jennifer Hoyt and husband David of Shenandoah and Chandra Osthoff of Essex; and son, Nicholas Osthoff of Essex; two grandchildren, Adriana Osthoff and Colton Whitehill; other relatives and many friends

Lillian Ester Philpott, one of four children of Lillian Rae (White) and Glen Miller, Sr. was born on October 12, 1956 in Hamburg, Iowa. She passed away at the Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa, at the age of 60 years, 7 months, 2 days. She grew up in Hamburg where she attended school. Through the years, Ester had done factory work and owned her own tavern in Essex, Iowa.
Ester was a woman of many talents. She enjoyed crafts, woodworking and decorating. Ester loved spending time with her family and friends. She had the biggest heart and knew no strangers, for everyone she met were family to her.
Preceding Ester in death were her parents; son, Micheal Whitehill; and brothers, Glen Miller, Jr, and Joseph Miller. Ester is survived by her children, Chandra Osthoff of Essex, Nicholas Osthoff of Essex, and Jennifer Hoyt and husband David of Shenandoah; grandchildren, Adriana Osthoff and Colton Whitehill; sister, Glenda Ryan; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and special friends.
A celebration of life memorial gathering was held on Friday evening, May 19, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service in Shenandoah. A memorial is being established in Ester's name. The Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service was in charge of the arrangements

Powers, Judy Maxine Bain - Celebration of life memorial services will be held on Monday, June 26, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials in Judy's name are being directed to Essex Fire & Rescue, St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Wounded Warriors Project. Inurnment will be in the Essex Cemetery. Following the graveside, everyone is invited to join the family at the Shenandoah Eagles Club.

Judy Maxine Powers, one of six children of Orville and Maxine (White) Bain, was born on January 1, 1947 in Shenandoah, Iowa. She grew up near Farragut, Iowa, where she attended the Farragut Community Schools with the Class of 1965. Throughout the years, Judy worked many jobs in the area; Sack & Save, Corner Mart, Iowa Liquor Store, Kum & Go, the Derby and later on at ABC Staff with the State of Iowa. She received her Medication Manager Certificate from Iowa Western Community College and worked as an Assisted Living Attendant at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah until her retirement.

Judy was a member of the Eagles Club #3849 of Shenandoah. Among her many enjoyments were gardening, Facebooking with her friends and family, bowling, and going to casinos with her good friend Rich Hembry. Judy had much compassion and made time caring for others’ needs. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, mom, grandma and a good friend to all who knew her. Spending time with her family brought much love and joy to her life.

Surrounded by her family, Judy peacefully passed away on June 21, 2017 at her Essex, Iowa home, at the age of 70 years, 5 months, and 20 days. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester White and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bain; her parents, Orville and Maxine Bain; son-in-law Jim Royer; brother, Rex Bain; niece, Trudy (Williams) Sorensen; nephew, Jeff Bain; and brother-in-law, Raymond Welchans.

Survivors include her children, Dennis (Karen) Durfey of Whitebourne, Newfoundland, Annette Verge of Botwood, Newfoundland, Rhonda (Kent) Smith of Cherokee, IA, Lisa (Jason) Nelson of Essex, and Trisa Powers of Shenandoah; fourteen grandchildren, Jamie Verge of Newfoundland, Kenneth Durfey of Newfoundland, Johnathon Racine of Chicago, IL, Kodie Powers of Shenandoah, Phillip Verge of Newfoundland, Jesselyn Racine of Imogene, IA, Kayla Durfey of Newfoundland, Tyler Burns of Essex, Aaron Burns of Des Moines, IA, Shyanne Huffman of Shenandoah, Regan Burns of Essex, Josie and Jenna Nelson of Essex and Kenda Smith of Cherokee; nine great grandchildren; siblings, Max (Maeann) Bain, Zoanna Welchans, David Bain, and Paula Durst; nieces and nephews; special friend, Rich Hembry; and many friends

Raines, Marvin - Thomas "Marvin" Raines, age 86, of Hepburn, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak. Marvin was born May 7, 1931 on a farm near Villisca, Iowa the son of Thomas and Edna (Mattly) Raines. He grew up around the Villisca community and surrounding counties in Southwest Iowa. He attended country school through the eighth grade, then left home to begin work as a hired hand for area farmers. He was united in marriage to Arlene McCuen on February 5, 1958 in Villisca, Iowa. Marvin began farming for several area farmers before settling down on his own farmstead near New Market, Iowa in 1972. He also worked for Rhamy Trucking. Marvin and Arlene moved to Hepburn in 1984 where he worked for Bill Smith for several years before retiring. Marvin was a simple man with simple pleasures of rodeo riding in his younger years, deer hunting, trapping, and fishing. Hunting, trapping, and fishing are pleasures that he instilled in his son and several grandchildren as well. He absolutely loved the outdoors. In retirement, Marvin enjoyed helping out with canning of goods, gardening, and planting flowers. He especially enjoyed and looked forward to his yearly trips to the Lake of the Ozarks at his daughter's lake home and time spent with his family in Tucson, Arizona. Marvin never seemed to age and you could always hear him say, "I'm only 28, going on 29 on my next birthday."

Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Edna Raines; brother: Rex Raines; sisters: Virginia Rieman, Darlene Poteet, Betty Arfman, Juanita Dunlap, and Leona Alba; daughter: Annette Raines Davis and her husband David; and granddaughters: Alicia Jones and Belinda Rolenc. Survivors include his wife: Arlene Raines of Hepburn, IA; children: Gloria Compton (Kip) of Tucson, AZ; Jeff Raines and friend Betty Stiverson of Hepburn, IA; Marsha Jones (Bruce) of Stanton, IA; Teresa Ganley (Scott) of Guss, IA; and Deloris Rolenc (Steve) of Tucson, AZ; 16 grandchildren including Mark Raines whom they raised from the age of 18 months; 19 great grandchildren; 1 step-great grandson; sisters: Marlis Currin (Phil) and Linda Currin all of Villisca, IA; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held 2 PM Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Nodaway, Iowa Cemetery. Visitation with the family will take place one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family.

Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements

Rupp, John D. - Oct 23, 1949 - May 13, 2017 - John passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at his home in Shenandoah.

Family memorial service will be held at a later date. Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home.

Shoemaker, Alice M. Hazelbaker - Alice M. Hazlebaker was born in Adams Co., Ohio, December 15, 1853, and died at her home in New Market, May 5, 1908, aged 54 years, 4 months and 24 days.

With her parents she moved to Taylor Co., Iowa, in 1860, where she grew to womanhood. At the age of 16 she united with the Baptist church, but owing to the absence of that church in the neighborhood she afterward became a member of the Christian church, five miles northeast of New Market, to which she belonged up to the time of her death. She was married October 12, 1874 to John H. Shoemaker, at Bedford, Iowa, and to this union were born five children, Harley R. of Portland, Ore., Lenna P. Hayes, of Adair Co., Blanchard M., of New Market, and Anna and James who died in infancy. She moved to New Market in 1904, where she resided until the time of her death. She had been in poor health for a number of years and was confined to her bed for ten months until death came as a release to the weary spirit, which went home to be at rest. She was a faithful wife and a loving mother. She is survived by her husband, three children, three brothers and three sisters.

The funeral services were held at the Baptist church on last Thursday at ten o'clock and interment taken in Memory cemetery--NEW MARKET HERALD. BEDFORD FREE-PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, May 12, 1908

Skalberg, Carroll DeLayne - Carroll DeLayne Skalberg, son of Paul and Edith (Freeman) Skalberg, was born on December 4, 1919 in Essex, Iowa. He passed away on Monday, June 19, 2017 at his home with family and friends at his bedside.

Carroll served his country from 1942 to 1945 in the U.S. Army Air Force. He was a combat veteran of World War II. Carroll was very proud of his military service. On March 25, 1943 in Omaha, Nebraska he was united in marriage to Dorothy Ann Carlson.

After returning from World War II, he farmed in the Essex area until he purchased the Empire Motel in St. Francis, Kansas. After returning from Kansas, he owned two laundromats in Shenandoah and sold real estate for Rex Longstreet. He loved his family and nature. One of his proudest accomplishments in life was helping those less fortunate.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Skalberg, son Donnie James Skalberg, granddaughter Cari Ann Skalberg, grandson Danny Coughlin, his parents Paul and Edith Skalberg and brothers Glenn and Ray Skalberg.

Carroll is survived by his children; Terry (Marsha) Skalberg of Red Oak, Carole Ann (Don) Coughlin of Fremont, Nebraska and Randy (Jamie) Skalberg of Essex, grandsons; Todd (Angeli) Skalberg of Wyoming, Trevor (Holly) Skalberg of New Hampshire, Kyle (Amy) Coughlin of Fremont, Nebraska, T.J. (Kristie) Skalberg of Essex and Eric (Kayla) Skalberg of Creston, Iowa, great-grandchildren; Olivia, Lydia, Ellie, Isaiah, Sofie, Chelsea (Brian), Kali, Dawson, Drew, Addisen, Sara, Samantha, Lexi, Dominik, Hayleigh and Bentley, brothers-in-law; Verl Carlson of California and Jim Carlson of Missouri, special caregivers of the last two years Carol O'Neil and Shirley Thrasher, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Essex Cemetery with military rites

Smith, Jack Dean - Jack Smith, age 81, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, June 1, 2017 at his residence in Clarinda. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Daryl Tompkins officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday, June 5, 2017 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 7. Memorials may be given in his name.

Jack Dean Smith was born July 2, 1935 in Clarinda, Iowa to Harry Smith and Hazel (Davison) Smith. He grew up in Clarinda and graduated from Clarinda High School in 1953. He was a member of the National Guard for two years. Jack was united in marriage December 10, 1955 to Alberta Buesing at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Yorktown, Iowa. They moved to Denver, Colorado in 1955 where they lived for three years, returning to Clarinda in 1958 where they raised their family. To this union were born, Cynthia, Randall, Carolyn, Teresa, Shirley and Scott.

Jack worked at Super Value and Hy-Vee grocery stores in the produce and frozen foods department for many years. He later worked in maintenance at Lisle Corporation where he retired. In his retirement, Jack transported cars for Shore Motor Company for many years. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa where he served as a trustee for six years and was also on the finance committee for three years.

Jack was active in antique car shows. He loved antique cars and has one of his own and has owned several over the years. He also enjoyed his model train sets and woodworking; making several toys for the grandkids. He also collected oil cans and old car memorabilia. Jack and Alberta enjoyed traveling visiting family and friends in many states. Jack enjoyed being with his family and especially enjoyed the grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Preceding Jack in death were his parents; brother, Everett “Bus” Smith and wife Violet; sister, Wanda Holmes and husband Jim; brother, Kenneth Smith and wife Lavon; daughter, Shirley Smith; granddaughter, Heather Fisher; step grandson, Adam Cline and great granddaughter, Lindsey Fisher.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Alberta Smith of Clarinda, Iowa; children, Cynthia VanFosson of Shambaugh, Iowa, Randall Smith and wife Jerri Ann of Stanton, Iowa, Carolyn Fisher and husband Jerry of Villisca, Iowa, Teresa Hamilton and husband Jerry of Stanton, Iowa and Scott Smith and wife Cindy of Red Oak, Iowa; grandchildren, Joshua VanFosson (Lucinda), David VanFosson (Candace), Cove VanFosson (Brianna), Kady VanFosson, Matt Smith (Christine), Luke Smith (Danielle), Holly Fisher (Nick), Tyler Fisher (Annie), Nicole (Fisher) Bruning (Brandon), BreeAnn Fisher, Jay Hamilton (Rae Jean), Mike Hamilton (Maddy), Amber Hamilton, Allen Hamilton, Staci Cline; twenty two great grandchildren; brother, Ronald Smith and wife Sandra of Clarinda, Iowa; nieces; nephews and many friends

Snively, Harold - Harold Snively, age 90, of Sun Lake, Arizona, formerly of New Market, Iowa area entered into peace Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Hospice of the Valley, Friendship Village, Tempe, Arizona. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in Memory Cemetery, New Market, Iowa.

Harold Snively passed away on May 19, 2017 at Sun Lakes, Arizona. He was born in Braddyville, Iowa on October 28, 1926. He was the eighth child of Ren and Florence Maxwell Snively and the second born of a set of identical twins.

The family moved to New Market, Iowa just before he and his twin brother Howard started to school in the first grade. He lettered in baseball, basketball and track. The brothers graduated from high school in May of 1944.

They both enlisted in the Navy. After boot camp, Harold studied and passed oral and written exams and was promoted to Seaman 1st class and then to Gunners Mate 3rd Class. He also did a little boxing. Because of these activities he was assigned to Shore Patrol Duty in Reno, Nevada on a rotational basis.

After being honorably discharged from the Navy, Harold enrolled in the Iowa Barber College in Des Moines, IA. After graduating and passing state board exams he worked for a short time in Bedford, IA and then for Art Stewart in Clarinda, IA. He moved to Rawlins, WY in July of 1949 and worked as a barber.

He married Mary Evelyn Morris in August of 1949 in Rawlins, Wyoming. To this union were born two daughters; Patricia Kay and Bonnie Sue. Harold was always extremely proud of these daughters. They were National Honor Society Students, Cheer Leaders and Foreign Exchange Students. They were both on the swimming, track and tennis teams.

Pat met Arch Coderre while attending Washington State University in the Honors Program. Arch was from Medicine Hat, Alberta. They now live in Red Deer, Alberta. They have two children --- Kirby and Karrie. Kirby married Lynne Gilbert and they have two boys, Reed and Luc and live in Alberta. Karrie married Joel Jones and they have two children, Danika and Hunter and live in Alberta.

Bonnie married classmate Ron Hirst of Coulee Dam, Washington and they have two girls, Lacey and Trilby and live in Washington.

Lacey has two children, Blaine and Meri who live in Washington. Trilby married Richard Michels and they have two children, Rylee and Mia and live in Washington.

Harold was hired by the Rawlins Police Department in 1951, because of his experience as Shore Patrol in the Navy. He enjoyed this work very much. He learned to classify fingerprints, and take and file mug shots. He replaced the Chief and Lieutenant when they were off duty.

However, when he received an offer in 1953 for employment to work for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation at Seminoe Dam in the operation Howard and Harold of hydro-electric generators and high voltage transmission lines, he jumped at the opportunity. This was his choice for a career. He transferred from Seminoe to Palisades Dam in Idaho. He took college courses via night school and extension classes and was promoted to the supervisory and management ranks. From Palisades, he transferred to Flaming Gorge Dam in Utah, then to Grand Coulee Dam in Washington; to the Yakima Valley Project and then to The Central Valley Project Office in Sacramento, California. He retired on January 9th, 1981.

Harold experienced an epiphany on March 24, 1973. On occasion, he would witness to others and tell them that he had accepted Jesus Christ as savior and God changed his life. He was ever thankful for his salvation.

He and Evelyn became full time RVer's for about 8 years. They were in every state of these United States and most of the Provinces of Canada, eventually buying a place in Florence, Arizona.

About the time Harold retired, Evelyn was treated for breast cancer with radical mastectomy and Chemo treatments. She passed away in August of 1995 because the cancer had metastasized to her lungs.

Harold then moved to Sun Lakes, AZ and was alone until April of 2005 when he married Peggy McBride. They were happily married until his death.

Harold was an avid sportsman and loved to golf. He played to a low handicap and had 3 holes-in-one. He was also a pitcher on several fast-pitch softball teams.

Making a Sky Dive was on his Bucket List. On January 15, 2012, at the age of 85, he was able to scratch it off the list by making a tandem Sky Dive from 13,000 feet. He reported that the Jump and the Free Fall was where the thrill was. During the Free Fall the falling speed was approximately 124 mph.

He was pre-deceased by wife Mary Evelyn, his parents Ren Snively and Florence Maxwell Snively of New Market; sisters Mae (Ed) Anderson, Braddyville, Marjorie (Virgil) Bangs of Faragut, Esther (Vernon) Hamilton of Clarinda, brothers Eldon New Market, Oral (Myra) of Portland, OR, Earl (Garnette) of Council Bluffs and twin brother Howard (Evelyn Marie) Warsaw, IN and some nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his wife Peggy McBride of the home. Daughter Patricia (Arch) Coderre of Red Deer, Alberta, son Kirby (Lynne), Reed and Luc of Alberta: daughter Karrie (Joel) Jones, Danika and Hunter of Alberta. Daughter Bonnie (Ronald) Hirst, daughter Lacey Hirst, Blaine and Meri; daughter Trilby (Richard) Michels. Rylee and Mia all of Tonasket, WA.

Twin brother Howard’s family; son Daniel (Joan) Indianapolis, IN, and Michael (Beth); daughters Dianne Lund (Joe) and Janice Strang (Ed) and their families, all of Warsaw, Indiana. Sisters-in-law Madeline Forbes, Saratoga, WY; and Verla Sabin, Sinclair, WY and families. His wife Peggy’s children: Melinda (James), Elizabeth and Jamie; son Michael (Kim), Sean and Brendon

Terry, Keith Eldon - Celebration of life graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 10:30 am at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah. Relatives and friends are encouraged to meet the family at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. for the funeral processional (cortege) to Rose Hill Cemetery in Keith's honor. The family is requesting everyone dress casual in Keith's honor. Memorials, in lieu of flowers, are being directed to the Keith Terry Memorial Fund. Military rites will be accorded by the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88 Honor Guard.

Keith Eldon Terry, 74, son of Donald and Wilma (Hockman) Terry, was born on February 8, 1943 on a farm near Jamison, Missouri. He entered into rest early Sunday, June 4, 2017 at his home in Essex, Iowa at the age of 74 years, 3 months, 23 days.

As a young man, Keith made his way to southwest Iowa and Shenandoah. At the age of 21, Keith enlisted in the United States Army beginning his service of our country on June 15, 1964. He was honorably discharged on June 14, 1967 as a Specialist 5th Class in the Armor Division.
The love of Keith’s life was Julia Mae Vance, they were married for a number of years, before she was taken from this earthly world, far too early, in 1988. To this union two sons, Kevin and Lonney were born.

The second love of Keith’s was automobiles. This was a passion that he passed on to his son, Kevin and especially his grandson, Austin. Keith worked with Kevin Champ at Champ’s Auto in Clarinda for over 25 years. After his health started declining, he was still very involved and instrumental in getting his grandson started in his own business, Austin’s Automotive in Essex. For the last five plus years he was there daily to help out and troubleshoot any problems. He was a great influence, teaching Austin everything he knew about mechanics and was his biggest supporter.

Away from the shop, Keith loved to spend time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. For many years the grandchildren would spend each weekend at grandpa’s house building many unforgettable memories. His great granddaughter, Makenzi , was his “little sweetheart.” He also loved to go on vacations with Kevin and Cheryl to visit Texas.

Preceding Keith in death were his wife, Julia; parents; two brothers; and one sister. Left to cherish his memory are his two sons, Kevin Terry and his wife Cheryl of Essex, and Lonney Terry and wife Tracy of Red Oak, IA; five grandchildren, Austin Terry and wife Kayla of Shenandoah, Chessy Fahey and husband Jason of Clarinda, Chanda Landess of Clarinda, Christian Latham and Shayla of Clarinda and Dillon Terry of Red Oak; six great grandchildren, Cheyenne, Jersey, Makenzi, Raylan, Phoebe and Fynlee; other relatives and friends

Watson, Beverly Offenburger - Beverly Offenburger Watson, 84, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2017, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, July 10, at St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church in Des Moines. Burial will follow at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines.

Beverly was born July 10, 1932, in Shenandoah, Iowa, to Herman and Anna (Sims) Offenburger. She married Bob Watson on June 10, 1953, in Shenandoah. They made their home in Des Moines where they raised their five children. Beverly worked as a teacher for Northwest Nursery School and then as parish secretary for St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church, retiring in 1994.

Beverly was an accomplished quilter, enjoyed water aerobics and line dancing in addition to many family activities. She was a founding member of St. Mary of Nazareth where she spent many years volunteering.

Beverly is survived by her children, Pam (Doug) Watson-Korbel of Englewood, CO, Mark (Cindy) Watson of Urbandale, IA, Steve (Kim) Watson of Grimes, IA, Barbara Watson of Des Moines, IA, and Bill (Annette) Watson of Urbandale, IA; nine grandchildren, Tony (Cassie) Watson, Brad (Lindsay) Watson, Anna Korbel, Ashley (Ryan) Nelson, Kristen Watson, Rob Korbel, Megan Watson, Danny Watson, and Cal Watson; two great-grandchildren, Wynn and Teddy Watson; her siblings, Sue (Bud) Polk of Omaha, NE, Chuck (Carla) Offenburger of Cooper, IA, and Chris (Karl) Werner of Cedar Rapids, IA; She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Watson, her parents, and her siblings William Offenburger, Thomas Offenburger, and Daniel Offenburger.

The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 p.m. Sunday, July 9, at St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church, where a vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church. Online condolences will be welcomed at IlesCares.com.

Weaver, Ada E. Knizely - Ada Emma Knizley, daughter of Isaac and Gracie Ann (Butler) Knizley, was born July 25, 1861, in Harrison county, Missouri, and passed away May 31, 1938, at the home of her daughter, Mrs Don Hartman, who so tenderly cared for her during her last illness. She was at the age of 76 years, 10 months and 6 days.

On June 2, 1889, she was united in marriage to William Henry Weaver who preceded her in death May 7, 1931.

To this union were born four children who were all with her at the end. They are Mrs Beulah Berringer, Kanarado, Kansas, Mrs Blanche Hartman, Mrs Hazel Hartman and Dee Weaver all of Clarinda, Ia. She also leaves to mourn her loss 20 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs C.H. Lane of Kansas City, Kansas, two brothers Will Knizley of Tarkio, Mo, and J.W. Knizley of Eureka, Kansas, also a host of relatives and friends.

She was a cheerful and loving mother and was grandma Weaver to most all that knew her. She was united with the Church of God at the age of 13 which she remained a faithful member. Mrs Weaver was always kind and willing to help others in time of need.

Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Church of God in Shambaugh. Rev Lula Overholt of New Market had charge of the service.

The music was a duet by Mrs Elva Moger and Mrs Fern Miller accompanied by Velma Howard at the piano. Three beautiful hymns were sung, Beautiful Isle of Somewhere, No Disappointments in Heaven and Going Down the Valley.

Flower girls were Dora Davison, Ethel Davis, Lina Twaddle and Mable Douthit. Pallbearers were Wilbur Davison, Herbert Davis, Harve Brown, Robert Twaddle, Arthur Richardson and Elmer Douthit. Interment was made in the Davis cemetery beside her husband. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 9, 1938

Wolhoy, Nedker "Jack" Robun - Jack Wolhoy, age 71, of Yorktown, Iowa, entered into peace Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at Shenandoah Medical Center, Shenandoah, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 20, 2017 at St. Clare Catholic Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Father Eze Umunnakwe, C.S.S.p. officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2017 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be 12:00 p.m., Sunday, May 21 in the Clarinda Cemetery. Military rites will be accorded by American Legion Post 98 following the service at the church on Saturday.

Nedker “Jack” Robun Wolhoy, Jr was born June 5th, 1945 in Yankton, South Dakota to Nedker Wolhoy, Sr. and Thelma (Westeen) Wolhoy. He graduated from Meckling High School in South Dakota. Following High School he enlisted in the United States Army and served 3 years including time in Germany. Following his time in the service he resided in Yankton, South Dakota. In 1970 he married Mary Lou Kathol. In 1973 they moved to Yorktown, Iowa where they made many lifelong friends. They were blessed with three children Tonja, Brian and Michael.
Jack moved to the area to work at Midwest Silo in Clarinda. He also worked for local famers in the area, then at EATONS in Shenandoah until he retired in 1999. When he retired he was able to fulfill his longing to drive a semi, exploring many areas of the United States. He also drove SWITA bus and supply truck from Clarinda Treatment Complex to Clarinda Correctional Facility.
One of Jack’s greatest joys was cheering on his kids, grandkids and their friends in their sports and activities. His other interests over the years including slow pitch softball, bowling and watching westerns.
His retirement also afforded him time to assist Mary Lou in her beloved garden. Unless it involved the tractor his love of the garden was not as great as Mary Lou’s. What he did love was the time spent at the farmers markets socializing and selling the produce in Clarinda, Shenandoah and Red Oak. Thru this many friendships were developed.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents and father and mother in law, Ivo and Bernadette Kathol; brother Ricky Wolhoy; brother-in-law, Roger Kathol; brother, Gary Wolhoy; sister, Margene Suhr; brother-in-law, Jim Climer; sister in law, Karen Heimes.
Left to cherish the memory of a wonderful husband, father and grandfather are his wife, Mary Lou of Yorktown, IA, daughter Tonja (Scott) Downey of Clarinda, IA and sons Brian (Jessica) Wolhoy of Dubuque, IA and Michael (Crystal) Wolhoy of Boliver, MO. Grandchildren are Kale, Karson and Kylar Downey of Clarinda; Andrew, Jacob, Isaac and Jackson Wolhoy of Dubuque; Knox and Cydny Wolhoy of Boliver, MO; sisters, Carol Lurz of Columbus, Nebraska and Connie Johnson of Lead, South Dakota.
Jack’s family would also to acknowledge his kidney/pancreas donor, who passed away in 1998. Jack was extremely grateful for this gift that allowed him to live a fulfilling life and enjoy many more years with his family and friends

Wright, Elmer J. - Elmer J. Wright, son of George and Nancy Wright, was born on Sept 23, 1870 at Clarinda, Iowa, and died at Bedford, Iowa, May 8, 1953 at the age of 82 years, 7 months and 15 days.

He was married to Dora Maude Whitney in 1899 at Oregon, Mo, to this union were born the following children, John, Nancy, Madge, and Wayne, who died when children and Louise, now Mrs William B. Harper of New Market.

Mr Wright worked at the trade of brick burning for some time, engaged in farming for a good many years and worked at the State hospital for ten years. He made his home with his daughter and her husband for the past 23 years. He was paralyzed for the past eight years, during which time he was cared for in their home.

He united with the Christian church at Maitland, Mo, when a boy and during visits with him during the past year, he expressed his trust in God.

Mrs Wright died in 1911. There remain to mourn his departure, his daughter Louise and her husband William B. Harper, two sisters, Elnora Sloan of North Hollywood, Calif, and Mrs Harry Schoaly, Salt Lake City, Utah, two grandsons, Darrell Harper of Monroe, Wash, and Donald Harper of Vallejo, Calif, one great grandson, Kenneth George Harper, and a number of nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held at the New Market Methodist church on Tuesday afternoon, May 12, with Rev Earl Streyffeler, pastor, officiating. Interment was at Old Memory cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 28, 1953

Zuck, Duane L. Jun 10, 1930 - May 24, 2017 - Preceded in death by wife Patsy; son Michael; sister Shirley Dryer.

Survived by children; Terri Ertzner, Jerry Zuck and wife Debbie
grandchildren; Chris Foster, Michael Zuck, Michelle Zuck
brother; Dale Zuck and wife Sally