Funeral services for Mrs June J. Adams, 74, of Clarinda will be at 1:30 pm, Thursday, Dec 7, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda.

Mrs Adams died Sunday morning, Dec 3, 1989, at Clarinda Municipal Hospital after a three-month illness.

She was born Feb 17, 1915, in Clarinda, the daughter of Claude J. and Harriett Welton Cross. She was married to Harry Adams who preceded her in death in 1971.

Mrs Adams had lived in Malvern where she worked as a receptionist for a physician. After her husband's death, she returned to Clarinda.

Survivors include a son, Harold Dean, Adel, Ia; two granddaughters; three step-granddaughters; one step-grandson; sister Fern Fuller, Clarinda; sister-in-law Gertie Cross, Clarinda; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by parents, husband, infant daughter, three sisters and six brothers.

Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the Cancer fund or the family. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 4, 1989

Becker, Ronald A. - Ronald A. Becker, 73 of Shenandoah and formerly of Council Bluffs passed away on Friday morning, August 7, 2020 at his home in Shenandoah.

The family has chosen cremation and no formal services will be held. Ronald was a retired law enforcement officer and we salute his service and dedication.

Hackett

Beery, Jeremy, 1974 - 2020

Gary Lynn Bennington, the son of Conley Mark and Lois Evelyn (Herron) Bennington, was born on January 11, 1947, in Hamburg, Iowa. He attended Mound City High School, Mound City, Missouri, graduating in 1965. On February 6, 1966, Gary entered the United States Army Reserves and served his country four years, receiving his honorable discharge on December 26, 1971. 

Gary farmed with his dad, Conley, on the Mound City bottom until 1968, when his dad purchased Conley Bennington Chevrolet and Gary worked as a mechanic in the garage. In 1970, he began farming in Langdon, Missouri. 

On January 20, 1970, Gary was united in marriage to Jayne Ann Ottmann. They made their home in Langdon. Due to the flood of 1993, they moved to Rock Port, Missouri where they lived to present time. 

Gary farmed the Langdon bottom for 50 years where he loved combining his crops and working the dirt. Even though Gary’s health was deteriorating, he still wanted to “shred the weeds”. He was meticulous about how everything looked, weeds sprayed, grass mowed, and rows straight. Gary also helped put up flags at Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port every year for Memorial Day. 

Gary was a member of the First Lutheran Church and Ralph Greer American Legion Post #49, Rock Port. He also played in the Langdon, Watson, and Rock Port Pitch Tournaments. Gary had a small group of friends that he enjoyed spending time with. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. 

Besides his parents, Gary was preceded in death by brothers, Ronnie and Dale Bennington; brother-in-law, Kenneth Young. Survivors include wife, Jayne Ann Bennington; children, Michael Bennington, Overland Park, Kansas, Michelle (Jason) Garst, Rock Port, Mark (Caitlain Bantam) Bennington, Rock Port; grandchildren, Ryland Garst and Ellie Garst; siblings, Karen Young, Mound City, Gale (Debbie) Bennington, Chesterfield, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Sharon Bennington, Rock Port, Jane (Mark) Hausman, St. Joseph, Missouri; brothers-in-law, Keith (Phyllis) Ottmann, Rock Port, James (Rita Stevens) Ottmann, Tarkio, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M., Thursday, July 16, 2020, First Lutheran Church, Rock Port.

Interment: Hunter Cemetery, Rock Port.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port.

Bloom, Nancy Kay Annan - Nancy Bloom, 77, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Monday, August 24, 2020 at Jennie Edmondson Hospital, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 AM, Friday, August 28, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Interment will be held at the Butler Cemetery, Shambaugh, Iowa.

Nancy Kay Annan Bloom was born March 3, 1943. Nancy was the daughter of Donald and Ruth Davison Annan. She attended Butler Country School and graduated from South Page High School in 1961. After graduation she attended Clarinda Junior College for one year.

On November 17, 1962 she was united in marriage to Kenneth Lynn Bloom in Maryville, Mo. They were married 57 years. Together they lived on a farm south of Shambaugh. Nancy lived on that same farm all her married life.

Nancy was an active member of the Shambaugh United Methodist Church and UMW. Over the years she enjoyed her neighborhood Laugh and Chat Club, Red Hats, Square Dancing and the neighborhood Card Club. She loved her flowers, eating out, shopping at Hobby Lobby, decorating her home and taking long drives to look at the crops and cattle. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Branson, Missouri and in 2016 she finished her bucket list of visiting all 50 states when her family took her and Lynn to Alabama. She loved spending time with her family and hosted many family dinners. For the last 27 years she enjoyed spending one special day with her daughters known as Girls Day Out. She was a caregiver who always put others before herself. She had enormous pride in her family heritage which was enhanced by the many hours she spent on genealogy or as she would call it, “Playing with the relatives.” She was happiest at home in the gazebo where she could look out on her farm with pure joy and pride.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Lynn Bloom of Clarinda; three daughters Deanna Bryant and husband Mike of Clarinda, Karen McClarnon and husband Greg of Clarinda and Brenda Engstrand and husband Rex of Cumming; five grandchildren Amanda Clemens and husband Joe of Mount Ayr, Megan Fidler and husband Jason of Shambaugh, Jacob Bryant and wife Kelsey of Clarinda, Luke McClarnon and wife Jenna of Clarinda and Ben Engstrand of Cumming; six great grandchildren Cordell and Gage Clemens of Mount Ayr, Grace and Adalyn Fidler of Shambaugh, Nolan McClarnon of Clarinda and Harper Bryant of Clarinda; mother-in-law Barbara Bloom of Clarinda, sister-in-law Shirley Mondero of Bellevue; niece Jessica Saunders and husband Jeff of Harlan, nephew Kevin McClarnon and wife Dianne of Tennessee and many friends.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Donald and Ruth Annan, father-in-law Kenneth Bloom, sister-in-law Micky McClarnon and two nephews

Bose, Robert "Bobby" Joe - Robert "Bobby" Joe Bose, son of Ellison Wilbur and Mary Jane (Moore) Bose, was born on September 15, 1944 in Shenandoah, Iowa. Bobby passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak, Iowa at the age of 75 years, 8 months and 29 days.

Bobby was employed by World Publishing in Shenandoah as a skilled Pressman. He also worked on projects for many local companies including Earl May. He was an ordained minister helping countless inmates grow to know the Lord.

Bobby enjoyed camping, fishing, playing his guitar and joining friends around the campfire for impromptu jam sessions. He also was one heck of a poker player and had an amazing poker face.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter Sherri Jo Bose. He is survived by his daughter Linda Jean Helmick of Woodward, Oklahoma, sisters Kathy Stanbrough of Shenandoah, Iowa and Cheryl Bose of Essex, Iowa, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Graveside Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, July 18, 2020 at the Essex Cemetery in Essex, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to the family

Ed Carlson, 86, of Corning, Iowa, passed away, Tuesday, September 15, 2020, surrounded by his family at his home.  Memorial Services will be Saturday, September, 19, 2020, at Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center, 701 7th Street, Corning, Iowa, with Rev. Mary O’Riley officiating.  Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Corning, Iowa.  Family will receive friends 5:00 – 7:00 P.M., Friday, September 18, 2020, at the Funeral Home.  There is no public viewing.  Memorials may be directed to the family.  Memories may be shared at www.pearsonfuneralhomes.com.

Ed Carlson was born to Bob & Grace Ecker Carlson on February 18, 1934 in Braddyville, Iowa. Ed graduated from Elmo High School and he attended Northwest Missouri State University. Ed married Janice Huff in Elmo, Missouri on February 20, 1956.

Ed and Janice farmed for many years , raised livestock, and he owned a Massey Ferguson dealership here in Corning for ten years. Ed and his family continued to buy and sell machinery until he retired at the age of 70. Ed enjoyed going to farm sales, trading machinery and he was known to have a standing 300 bidding number with many auctioneers.

Ed was known to be a man who really treasured his family. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He liked to take his family on fishing trips to Minnesota with special friends, the Turnbulls. He enjoyed eating out, and camping with his friends and family.

His family and friends knew Ed to have a great sense of humor, being a prankster and his funny one-liners even through his final days.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife Janice, children: Marilyn (Joe) Bergman, Corning; Diane Carlson (Matt Lair), Shenandoah; Carla (Jeff) Longabaugh, Bedford; Greg (Tami) Carlson, Corning and Mike Carslon, Fort Smith, AR, Ed has nine grandchildren; Matt (Sandy) Bergman, Melinda (Ryan) Jennings, Jared (Erin) McManis, Clayton Young, Bradley Young, Nicole Longabaugh, Jason Longabaugh, Logan Carlson (fiancé, Kendra), and Ryan Carlson. Ed has six great-grandchildren; Madison and Macy Bergman, Lane and Ashlyn Jennings, and Zane and Kenley McManis. His sister Ethel (Richard) Phillips, Lakewood, CO, brother-in-law; Marvin Evans, Clearmont, MO, sister-in-law; Nelly Carlson, Bellevue, NE,
brothers-in-law Larry (Belinda) Huff, Lexington, KY, Dick (Marilyn) Huff, Elgin,TX, Bob (Kathy) Huff, Springfield, MO, and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents Bob & Grace, his sister Lillian Evans, his brothers Dean and Lynn Carlson (Sharon).

Stanley Lee Carlson, son of Oscar Allen and Doris Elmina (Munsinger) Carlson, was born October 13, 1947 in Hamburg, Iowa. He entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 14, 2020 in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 72 years, 10 months, 1 day.

Family graveside services will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 10:00 am at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with Pastor Jack Langley officiating.  

He grew up on a farm outside of Tabor, Iowa and attended Fremont Mills High School, graduating with the Class of 1965. Stanley participated in several sports during high school and was a standout in basketball and track.  He continued his education after high school by attending Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri on a track scholarship and played basketball for Northwest as well.

It was during his high school years that Stanley met the love of his life, Pamela Sue Fichter, and they were united in marriage on August 19, 1967 at the Randolph Methodist Church in Randolph, Iowa.   They were blessed with two sons, Chris and Doug.

After college, Stanley continued his love of sports by working at B & W Sporting   Goods in Maryville, eventually becoming assistant manager in the sports shop. Stanley eventually moved his family to Shenandoah, where he owned the Sears store.   He retired from Pepsi Co. after working 20+ years.

His love of traveling took Pam and him on many memory making trips.  They spent many winters in Destin, Florida and traveled to Alaska and the Islands of Hawaii as well as taking several cruises.

Stanley loved nature and spent his leisure time hunting, using his photography skills and watching movies. But his favorite past-time was spending time with his family and cheering on his grandchildren’s activities.

Preceding Stanley in death were his parents Allen and Doris Carlson.  Left to cherish his memory is his wife of over 52 years, Pam Carlson of Shenandoah, IA; two sons, Chris Carlson and fiancé Tangee Griffith of Glenwood, IA and Doug Carlson and wife Lori of Shenandoah, IA;  four grandchildren, Katelyn Reyes and her husband Sergio and Kelsi, Nick and Miley Carlson; sister and brother-in-law,  Judy and Bill Tackett; brother, Steve Carlson; brother-in-law, Joseph Fichter; nephew, Greg Tackett; niece, Beth Worthem; a host of cousins; other relatives and many friends

Conte, Gail Denise Bloomfield - Visitation for Gail Conte, age 65, of Yorktown, Iowa, who passed away September 17, 2020, will be held Monday, September 21, 2020 from 5 PM until 7 PM at Cummings Family Funeral Home.

Gail Denise (Bloomfield) Conte was born April 14, 1955 in Clarinda, Iowa, first daughter to Victor Bloomfield and Nola (Williams) Bloomfield. Her military service family was stationed all over the world. Her father was assigned to West Point Military Academy while Gail was in high school. Gail graduated in 1973 from Highland Falls High School in New York.

After graduating high school Gail went to work at Monticello Raceway for Hall of Fame trainer John Patterson Sr. While working for John she went to Dalton, Georgia and then Roosevelt Raceway on Long Island, New York.

On July 2, 1978 she married Michael Conte at Saint Hugh Catholic Church in Huntington, New York. Gail attended dog grooming school in 1988. The couple moved to Yorktown, Iowa in July of 1989 where they continued their passion of breeding, training and racing standardbred horses. Gail opened "Tail Waggers" pet grooming service in Clarinda, Iowa. Gail starting working at AKS in Clarinda in 2001 and continued working there until her retirement in 2018. Gail was an avid quilter, enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning and bee keeping. Gail volunteered for many organizations, was a founding member of the Southwest Iowa Humane Society and a compassionate lover of all animals.

Gail is preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Nola Bloomfield and sister, Gina Randolph. Gail is survived by her husband, Michael Conte of Yorktown, Iowa; sister, Kim Subbert of Omaha, Nebraska, along with nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and many friends

Crawford, Robert "Bob" Edwin - Robert "Bob" Edwin Crawford was born June 12, 1925 on a farm near Hawleyville, Iowa the second son of O. Homer and Lola Rebecca (Minard) Crawford.

Bob attended country school near Bethesda until 4th grade when the family moved to Clarinda where he attended school until his sophomore year. At this time Bob joined the United State Navy and served during World War II. He worked on landing crafts to drop soldiers on the beaches. His ship was the Broadwater.

He was discharged from the service in 1945 and returned to Iowa.

He was married to Jackie Beech on Christmas Day 1942. She preceded him in death Dec 26, 1982.

Following Jackie's passing Bob married Helen Fuller Pullen at the Clarinda First Christian Church following Easter services April 3, 1983.

Bob worked for World Radio in Clarinda and then he and Don Pullen had Bob & Don's TV. Later he was a heavy equipment operator in Page County, for Stanley Ridenour, and Taylor County. He retired from Taylor County in 1991. Following his official retirement Bob worked at the Clarinda trailer court and was a utility driver for the Clarinda Treatment Complex. Most everyone knew of and envied Bob's green thumb in growing yellow roses and tomatoes.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Jackie; brothers-in-law Lewis Carmicahel and Aaron Cates; sister Barbara Ellen Wilson and husband Alfred "Bud" Wilson; grandson Kenneth Wayne Ross, great grandson Kaelob Wayne Mize; and son-in-law Milford Clinton.

Bob is survived by his wife, Helen of Clarinda; daughters Sandra Lynne Matheny and husband Harry of Blue Mound, Kansas and Sherree Dianne Clinton also of Blue Mound; brothers Leonard Crawford and wife Pauline of Rochester, Minn., Donald Crawford and wife Elaine of Bedford, Iowa; sisters Iris Carmichael of Clarinda and Doris Cates of Broken Arrow, Okla; and brother, Keith Crrawford and wife Virginia of Denison, Iowa; grandchildren: Lt Christopher Lee Dodds, Kimberly Mae Thompson, Jinny Lynne Ross, Robert Alan Rowland, and Brandon Allen Clinton; twelve great-grandchildren; Helen's nephew Albert Lee Newton of Red Oak, Iowa and niece Candice Marie Armstrong of Imogene, Iowa; many Crawford nieces and nephews; and two loving and special friends, Audra L. Meyers and Betty Jo Maley, both of Clarinda.

Graveside services will be held 11 am Saturday, Oct 25, 2008 at Clarinda Cemetery with Rev John Clark officiating. Military rites will be given by Clarinda American Legion Sergy Post #98. Memorials are suggested to a fund in Robert's name. The Tradition of Walker-Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa, has served the family. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 30, 2008

Davison, Jean Alice Kendall - Jean Davison, 93, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Azria Health Clarinda. Graveside funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Shearer Cemetery, Braddyville, Iowa. Open visitation will be held 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Interment will be held at the Shearer Cemetery, Braddyville, Iowa.

Alice Jean Davison was born December 17, 1926 in Braddyville, Iowa to Guy Kendall and Beulah (Heller) Kendall. Jean was the 5th of nine children. The family moved frequently as Jean was growing up in southwest Iowa. She attended country schools. Jean was united in marriage August 14, 1949 in Clarinda, Iowa to Merlin Laverne Davison. They were blessed with three children, Allen, Twyla and Greg.

Jean and Merlin farmed on the family farm east of Braddyville. Before her marriage, Jean had worked at the Paris-Dunn Factory in Clarinda. Jean enjoyed helping on the farm and raising her children. She had a big garden and did a lot of canning. Coming from a large family, she enjoyed having family gatherings and the traditional Sunday dinner for family. Fried chicken, fresh peas and potatoes and pie were always a favorite. Jean always enjoyed the farm animals and had many pets through the years including dogs, a pet pig and a duck. Jean was a member of the Pine Community Club for over 50 years and enjoyed getting together with neighbors. She loved having her grandchildren around and spoiling them with treats.

Preceding Jean in death were her parents; husband, Merlin Davison (01/07/2018); grandson, Joseph Davison (1988); siblings, Helen Fine, Eunice Brown, Roy Kendall, Marjorie Thompson, Wayne Kendall and Dean Kendall.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Allen Davison and wife Linda of Maryville, Missouri, Twyla Martin and husband Tom of Maryville, Missouri and Greg Davison and wife Kimberly of Villisca, Iowa; grandchildren, Christopher Davison (DeAnn) of Maryville, Missouri, Melissa Hart (Steven) of Rochester, Minnesota, Traci Garner (Ken) of Maryville, Missouri, Andy Wiederholt of Maryville, Missouri, Jessica Davison of Clarinda, Iowa, Jeff Davison of Hastings, Nebraska, Cody Davison of Clarinda, Iowa; great grandchildren, Charlotte and William Davison, Nic and Wyatt Garner, Eli Wiederholt, Ryan and Trevor Glidden, Raelynn Davison, Clayton Davison; brother, Bob Kendall and wife Phyllis of Clarinda, Iowa; sister, Shirley Thomas of Clarinda, Iowa; many nieces, nephews and friends

Virgil Dean Delehant, son of Paul Delehant and Anetta (Babcock) Delehant, was born at the Clarinda Hospital, Clarinda, Iowa on September 7, 1933 and passed away at his home on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at the age of 86 years, 11 months, 8 days.

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Union Grove Cemetery, rural Northboro.  Memorials in Virgil's name are being directed to the family.

He received his education in the Shenandoah Community School System.  After high school he went to work for Stevens Brothers.

On August 26, 1956 he married Beverly Ellen Armstrong at the Methodist Church in Coin, Iowa.  They made their home in Shenandoah, Iowa.  To this union was born six children; Karen, Kevin, Kelly, Kristopher, Karla and Kerri.

Over the next 16 years, Virgil worked for various companies as a long distance truck driver and dispatcher.  In October 1971, Virgil and Beverly went into business operating the Nishna Valley Café and Truck Stop on Highway 59 in Shenandoah.  After 16 years of operating their own business, Virgil then went to work for the Eaton Plant in Shenandoah until he retired in 1999.  During his retirement years, Virgil enjoyed gardening, working outside in the yard, feeding the birds and attending auctions.

Preceding Virgil in death were his parents; infant brother, Eldon; sisters Norma and Phyllis, and twin sisters Sonda and Donna. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Beverly of Shenandoah, IA;  six children, Karen (Curtis) Pease of Shenandoah, IA, Kevin Delehant of Shenandoah, IA, Kelly (Mark) Hilger of Farragut, IA, Kris (Cheryl) Delehant of Kearney, NE, Karla (Curtis) Cain of Guthrie Center, IA and Kerri (Larry) Pickens of Shenandoah, IA; eleven grandchildren, Jason (Mindy) Pease of Ankeny, IA, Molly (Eric) Nelson of Northboro, IA, Brandon (Brandy) Pease of Coin, IA, Marcia Hilger of Elkhorn, NE, Matt Hilger of Farragut, IA, Brett (Kylee) Delehant of Kearney, NE, Trent (Kayla) Delehant of Kearney, NE, Zach Cain of Guthrie Center, IA, Cody Cain of Guthrie Center, IA, Brooke Cain of Des Moines, IA and Sarah Pickens of Shenandoah, IA; eight  great grandchildren, Tanner, Taylor and Tucker Pease of Ankeny, IA, Ruger Nelson of Northboro, IA, Knox and Kynlee Pease of Coin, IA, Maverick and Berkley  (Trent and Kayla) Delehant of Kearney, NE;  brother, Harold Delehant of Shenandoah; two sisters, Sharon Hiser of Shenandoah and Doris of Oregon state; numerous nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends

Mari L. (Martin) Eddy, 63, Shenandoah, Iowa, formerly Hiawatha, Kansas, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020, Bryan Medical East, Lincoln, Nebraska. 

Survivors: husband, Alan Eddy, Shenandoah; nephews, Tim (Mandy) Thacker and children, Texas, Paul (Teri) Thacker, Georgia; great nieces, nephews.

Preceded: parents, Paul and Mary Ellen Martin; siblings, Leslie, Tim; aunts, uncles. 

No service, visitation, or inurnment.

Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, Misso

Esaias, Norman Lee - Norman Esaias, 84, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Monday, September 7, 2020 at Good Samaritan Society, Villisca, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 P.M., Friday, September 11, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Reverend Andy Rubenking officiating. Interment will be held at the Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Norman Lee Esaias was born August 9, 1936 at the family farm in Page County, Iowa to Emmit Esaias and Viola (Griffey) Esaias. He was the youngest of five children and the only son. Norman attended country school. He was united in marriage August 29, 1956 to Judy Youngmark at her parent’s home, rural Clarinda, Iowa. They were blessed with six children, Mark, Angela, David, Susan, Jeff, and Steven. Norman served his country in the National Guard for six years.

Norman had a variety of occupations including owning and operating a feed grinder for a Feed Mill, working at MHI, and selling Life Insurance before he began farming. Farming was his true love. He was also a livestock producer. In his earlier years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and family vacations and in his later years he enjoyed gardening. Norman also had a love of music and was very talented; he could play many instruments including the piano, organ, and accordion. As a teenager, he did live shows at 5:00 a.m. at KFNF with the Everly Brothers who were also teenagers at the time. Norman had a band and they drew an enormous crowd when they played the Legion Halls. He won a talent contest on a cruise ship. In the 90’s, Norman entertained at Ravenwood.

Preceding Norman in death were his parents; sisters, Chrystal Sandahl and husband Arvid, Deloris Conley and husband Eugene, Neva Summers and husband Robert; grandsons, Josh Lininger and Brandon Smith.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 64 years, Judy Esaias of Clarinda, Iowa; children, Mark Esaias of Clarinda, Angela Havener and husband Jerry of Clarinda, David Esaias and wife Brenda of Clarinda, Susan Taylor and husband Steve of Bennington, Nebraska, Jeff Esaias and wife Julie of Clarinda, Steven Esaias and wife Rachel of Clarinda; grandchildren, Jeremy Havener (Keilah), Jered Havener, Jordan Havener, Evan Esaias, Amanda Scheibeler, Jacob Taylor, Dustin Esaias, Kayla Esaias (Corey Engquist), Seth Esaias (Carly), Sydnee Esaias, Samantha Esaias, Sabin Esaias, Sylar Esaias, Stevie Esaias, Hannah Milleson, John Lininger, Jake Lininger; great grandchildren, Ryann Havener, Jaxsten Havener, Emma Engquist, Everett Engquist, Walker Esaias; sister, Wyona Conrad of Clarksdale, Missouri; nieces; nephews and many friends

Fridolph, Gustaf Lewis - Gustaf Lewis Fridolph, age 5 weeks, of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at the Methodist Children’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Gustaf was born July 22, 2020 at the Methodist Women’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Timothy and Kate (Tallcott) Fridolph.

Survivors include his parents: Tim and Kate Fridolph of Red Oak; sister: Lexy Fridolph of Red Oak; grandparents: Monte and Kelly Tallcott of Loraine, IL and Deb Wolf of Red Oak; great grandmother: Cleta Tallcott of Loraine, IL; uncle: Vince Tallcott of Kirksville, MO; aunt: Jody Esaias of Centerville, IA; and many other relatives and friends.

A private family graveside service will be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery at Nyman, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 2-5 PM Sunday, August 30, 2020 at Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family.

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

Fuller, Barnett - Barnett Fuller was born in Green county, Pa., Feb 28, 1826, and died of cancer at his home in the eastern part of this city, Friday, Dec 15, 1899, aged 73 years, 9 months 17 days. He was married to Catherine Garrett in 1847 and they with their family moved to Iowa in 1869. Since that time they have resided in or near Page county. About 26 years ago Mr Fuller was thrown from a horse and received spinal injuries which caused partial paralysis and most of the time since then has been confined to his bed. Five years ago a cancer began on his face and since then Mr Fuller has been an intense sufferer, but through all his suffering he bore his trials bravely and was never known to murmur or complain. Since early childhood he has been a member of the Baptist church, and was an example of noble manhood and true christian. When spoken to about dying he would say: "I am only waiting till the day shall come." Funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Sunday the 17th inst. at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev L.F. Compton. Mr Fuller leaves a wife and nine children to mourn their loss. Relatives out of the city present were two sons, Daniel of Nebraska and Jonah, of Shambaugh, a daughter, Mrs Mary Cavander of New Market, and a brother Bowman Fuller, of Bedford. The burial was in the city cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 22, 1899

Geer, Linda C. Mutchler - Linda (Mutchler) Geer entered into eternal peace on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral home at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to St. Jude's Hospital or the American Diabetes Association in Linda's memory. Social distancing guidelines remain in effect for the viewing and funeral service.

On March 21, 1950 a daughter, Linda Carol was born to Tully and Mabel (Cummins) Mutchler at the Hand Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa. Linda entered into eternal peace on August 16, 2020 at the Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. A heavenly reunion was held with her beloved Gary.

Linda grew up in Shenandoah where she attended school. She graduated from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1968. She later attended Iowa Western Community College. On October 20, 1969 in Bedford, Iowa she was united in marriage to Gary Geer. To this union two children were born Jeff and Jill.

Linda worked at Brenton Grocery, A&W, Dairy Queen, as a cook at the Essex Childcare Center and as a Certified Nurses Aide at Garden View Care Center until her retirement in 2012. She enjoyed taking care of people of all ages and was very good at her job! Some of her hobbies included reading, watching Netflix, face-timing her grandchildren and pampering her cat.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Gary on January 9, 2014. Those left to cherish her memory include her children Jeff Geer of Gilbert, IA and Jill Vasquez and husband Mark of Boone, IA; grandchildren Jacob of Seattle, WA, Emily of Des Moines, IA and Becca of Los Angeles, CA; brother Tom Mutchler of Shenandoah; sister Vickie Walters of Red Oak, IA; other family and dear friends

Hanson, Delaine Robert - Delaine Robert Hanson of Bethesda, Iowa passed away on July 29, 2020, at the age of 71, at Montgomery County Memorial Hospital. Delaine was born March 23, 1949 in Clarinda, Iowa. Delaine was a graduate of Stanton Community High School, attended the University of Iowa, and served in the Iowa Army National Guard. Delaine loved going through life with his wife, Evie, his perfect match, whom he married on August 11, 1972 at the Bethesda Lutheran Church. He was a long-time farmer in the area and was an Independent Sales Representative for Pioneer Hi-Bred for 38 years. Delaine was the happiest when spending time on the farm with his son, John. His favorite place to be was in the combine during harvest, where he loved to have his granddaughters ride along. He loved the Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Royals, and Boston Celtics and taking his kids and grandkids to the games. He enjoyed playing card games and board games with his grandkids and other family and friends. Delaine never met a stranger. He could make friends easily and enjoyed striking up conversations with people wherever he went.

Delaine was a man of strong faith, who through the years attended Bethesda Lutheran Church, Mamrelund Lutheran Church, and services online from St. Peter Lutheran Church in Grimes.

Delaine was the beloved husband of Evie for 47 years and the beloved father of John (Debra) Hanson of Bethesda, Iowa, Jill (John) Capps of Grimes, Iowa, and Karen (Steve) Speirs of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He truly loved all of his grandchildren including Ryan and Sarah Capps; Emma, Sydney, and Macy Hanson; Dannika, Taugie, Oliver, and Erika Speirs and step-grandfather of Ethan and Aubrey Herzberg. Delaine was the oldest son of Robert and Annabelle Hanson and leaves behind two brothers: Darwin (Miriam) Hanson of Bethesda, Iowa and Curt (Betsy) Hanson of Rochester, Minnesota. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Waldon Streight and Richard Petersen. He was especially fond of his cousins Roberta Reents of Clarinda, Iowa and Jan Weakly of Bethesda, Iowa and was a much-loved uncle of many nieces and nephews.

There will a private family graveside service at Bethesda Lutheran Cemetery. A celebration of life will beheld at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family for donation to some of his favorite places: Page County Fair and Stanton Community High School.

Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel of Red Oak, Iowa, is in charge of arrangement

Linda Rae (Simmonds) Hietbrink, 74, of Shenandoah, Iowa, entered into rest on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha.  Celebration of Life funeral services will be held on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020 at 10:30 am at Cornerstone Fellowship Church with Pastor Roy Nelson officiating.    Burial will take place in the Omaha National Cemetery at 10:00 am on Monday, September 28, 2020.  Memorials in Linda's name are being directed to Cornerstone Fellowship Church.  

Linda Rae (Simmonds) Hietbrink, daughter of James Robert and June Elizabeth (Springer) Simmonds, was born on July 8, 1946 in Red Oak, Iowa.  She entered into eternal peace on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at   Nebraska Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska following a brief illness at the age of 74 years, 2 months, 12 days.

Her early  life was spent growing up in Emerson, Iowa, where Linda attended Emerson elementary. She attended Nishna Valley Jr./Sr. High School, graduating with the Class of 1964.

In 1966, Linda was united in marriage to Gary Weese.  They resided in South Carolina and later Underwood, Iowa.  They were blessed with a daughter, Jennifer Marie, in 1968 and a son, Jeffery Eldon, in 1970.   They divorced in 1983. 

In 1996, she met Larry Hietbrink and they were later married on January 25, 1997 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.  Together they resided in Colorado, Missouri, and Iowa.   They moved to Shenandoah in 2018.

Throughout the years, Linda worked at the Iowa School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs from 1964 – 1975.   From 1976 – 1980 for H & R Block.  And from 1980 – 1985 she worked for the Shane Company.   From 1986 – 1998, she worked for Johnson Controls in Colorado.   In 1998, she went to work for the Developmental Disabilities Resource Center in Lakewood, Colorado until her retirement in 2007.

Her hobbies included gardening, quilting and drawing.   Linda also enjoyed going camping.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society while living in Cameron, Missouri.  Most of all, she loved being a grandma and a great grandma. 

Preceding Linda in death were her parents; and sister, Virginia.  Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Larry Hietbrink of Shenandoah, IA;  daughter, Jennifer Gibson and husband Ken of Colorado Springs , CO;  son,  Jeffrey Weese of Evergreen, CO;  step-daughter, Yvette Zacher and husband Mike of Strasburg, CO; 13 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; eight siblings, Ron Simmonds and wife Delores of Evanston, WY, Saundra Simmonds of Colorado, Springs, CO,  Roger Simmonds and wife Colette of Wasougal, WA, Mike Simmonds and wife Cindy of Shenandoah, IA,  David Simmonds and wife Libby of Junction City, KY, John Simmonds and wife Naomi of Red Oak,  IA, Rita Renz and husband Dave of Colorado  Springs, CO, and Tom Simmonds and wife Debra of Perryville, KY; numerous nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends

Hills, Elizabeth Babcock - Elizabeth A. Babcock was born Nov 23, 1848, in Pennsylvania. She was married to William H. Hills Sept 11, 1865, at Coldbrook, Ill. She passed away Jan 22, 1939, in New Market, Ia. To this union were born four daughters and one son, all of whom preceded her in death except one daughter, Mrs Lilly T. Croffard. Her husband, William Hills, died Nov 25, 1916.

They first came to Wayne county, Ia, in 1870, then to Russell county, Kansas, in 1885, and went to Taylor county, Iowa, in 1889 and to New Market, Iowa, in 1892, where she spent the remainder of her life. Mrs Hills was the oldest resident of New Market, age 91 years and two months, and the last of the Civil War widows in New Market community. CLARINDA HERALD JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 2, 1939

Hills, William H. - William H. Hills died November 25, aged 78 years. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs A.M. Crawford of Delisle, Sask., Canada, and Miss Lottie Hills at home. The funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev Roy Snodgrass. Interment was made in the Memory cemetery. BEDFORD FREE PRESS, Bedford, Iowa, Dec 05, 1916

Hopkins, Max L. - Max L. Hopkins, 75 of Ralston, Nebraska formerly of Shenandoah, Iowa passed away on May 4, 2020 at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska. Max was a truck driver for Land-O-Lakes (1973-1997) and a car transporter for Bellevue Honda (2008-2018). He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Helen Hopkins of Shenandoah, Iowa; and sister, Bonnie. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jocelyn Hopkins; sons, Chris (Jen) Hopkins, Brad (Jess) Hopkins and David (Shani) Mustard; grandchildren: Alyssa (Nate), Hanna, Eric, Carson, Eleanor, Alexandria and Donovan; and siblings: Becci (Don) Etter and Julia (late Clayton) Pettipiece.

A Memorial Graveside Service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 31, 2020 at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah, Iowa. Memorials suggested to the Nebraska Humane Society or the American Cancer Association.

Hughes, Roy Kenneth - Roy Kenneth Hughes was born February 9, 1931, in Ord, Nebraska to Paul and Eva (Shephard) Hughes. He passed away at Clarinda Regional Health Center on July 23, 2020.

Roy attended school at Pace and East River Townships and graduated from Clarinda High School. Roy was “lucky” to have his sister as a teacher at one point. He married Joan Fesenmeyer on January 5, 1952, and they had three children: Vicki, Gail, and Michael. Roy was inducted into the U.S. Army January 29, 1952, and returned October 1953. He served most of his tour on the front lines and at radio school in Korea.

Roy was a farmer most of his life and in 1985, they sold their farm equipment and started trucking. Roy thoroughly enjoyed the trucking and meeting new people. When he retired from the farm life, he and Joan spent their winters in South Texas in the camper. He spent most of the nice days fishing in the bay. Roy always enjoyed telling a good story or a good joke.

He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law, son Michael, grandson Josh Farmer, great-grandson Malaki Mildward; sisters, Doris Knowles and Marjorie Wright, brother-in-law Dale Fesenmeyer and wife Etta and brothers-in-law Gene Fesenmeyer and Harry Rubin.

Roy is survived by his wife Joan of 68 years; daughters Vicki (Steve) Larson and Gail (Brian) Braymen; grandchildren Adam Almquist, Heidi Blessing, Luke Larson, Asa Larson, Jeremiah Hicks and 10 great-grandchildren and sister Evelyn McKay along with many other family and friends.

Hunt, Donavan Homer - Donavan Hunt, age 85, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on Thursday August 20, 2020 at Pacifica Senior Living Facility in Paradise Valley, Arizona due to complications of dementia.

Donavan Homer Hunt was born on October 8, 1934 in Red Oak, Iowa the son of Harold and Nellie (Younggren) Hunt. He was a member of Fremont Lutheran Church where he was confirmed and attended Coburg High School where he graduated. He married Peggy Pickrel and to this union two children were born. He farmed for 40 years in the Essex, Iowa area, growing corn, soybeans, and raising livestock. In 1994, Donavan moved to Phoenix, Arizona. He was a security guard for a community for 12 years and was given acknowledgement for his excellent service to the owners and residents always greeting them with a smile. Donavan was united in marriage to Joan Milgrove in 2007. He enjoyed horses and at one time had as many as four. Donavan enjoyed gardening as well as working with his tools in their guest house on various projects.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty Clark and husband Leonard; sister, Maxine Chastain and husband Keith; brother-in-law, Charlie Walker; and grandson, Landon Hunt.

Donavan is survived by his wife, Joan Milgrove, of Scottsdale, AZ; son, Ronald Hunt and wife Cathy from Crystal Lake, IL; daughter, Susan Goranson and husband Mark of Red Oak, IA; grandchildren: Aubrey (Hunt) Sears and husband Josh of Milford, OH; Evan Hunt of Chicago, IL; Matthew Goranson of Red Oak, IA; Chris Goranson and wife Amber of Red Oak, IA; great granddaughters: Madison Goranson of Bennington, NE; Makinlee Goranson of Red Oak, IA; and Sabrina Robb of Papillion, NE; sister, Pauline Walker of Red Oak, IA; brother, Larry Hunt and wife Rosario of Phoenix, AZ; step-daughter, Sue Ann Milgrove of Scottsdale, AZ ; step-grandchildren: Thomas Milgrove Gomez, Ruby Milgrove Traweek, Delilah Milgrove Decker, and Dylan Milgrove Decker all of Scottsdale, AZ; along with nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Graveside funeral services will be held 10 AM Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Mt. Hope Cemetery at Nyman, Iowa. There will be an open viewing time from Noon until 5 PM on Friday, September 4, 2020 at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel in Red Oak. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Fremont Lutheran Church at Nyman, Iowa.

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

Irvin, Guy "Bert" Jr - Guy "Bert" Irvin, Jr. passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Garden View Care Center surrounded by his loving family.

Memorial visitation will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home from 5:00 until 6:30 p.m. A service of remembrance will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Guy Egbert Irvin, Jr. was born on March 21, 1952 in Mt. Ayr, Iowa, the son of Guy Egbert and Marcelene (Booher) Irvin, Sr. Bert entered into eternal peace on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Garden View Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa surrounded by his loving family.

Bert had a fun filled childhood at the family homestead in Athelstan. He enjoyed playing in the creeks, fishing, catching crawdads, frogs and toads with his siblings and cousins. There was always fun to be had when the gang was all together. When Bert was a teenager the family moved to Shenandoah. He graduated from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1971. He later went on to receive a degree in Business Law from Iowa Western Community College in 1984.

Bert held various jobs during his working years. He worked for Mt. Arbor Nursery, the Weekly Times, Mrs. B's Furniture Store, Shenandoah Redemption Center, Nishna Productions and helped at the county farm in Clarinda. Some of his interests included walking, fishing, reading, watching westerns, playing cards, and chatting with the friends he made at Garden View Care Center. Most of all, Bert loved his family. He enjoyed spending as much time as he could with them.

He was welcomed into heaven by his parents; sisters Mary (Booher) Ellison, and Jessie (Irvin) Frohling; step father Charles Binau, Sr., nieces Darla Booher and Debbie (Kier) Gaunt and nephew Jacob Wright.

Those left to cherish his memory include his sisters Thelma Binau and Connie Dawson and husband James; brothers Earl Booher and Charles Binau, Jr; 12 nieces and 11 nephews other relatives and dear friends

Richard D. (Dick) Irvin, 85, of Shenandoah, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the Every Step Regional Hospice House in Creston, Iowa.  A memorial graveside service following cremation will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 10:00 am at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with Pastor Luke Fillmore officiating.  Everyone is welcome to bring their own lawn chairs to the cemetery.

Everyone is invited to join the family for a time of fellowship and food at the Shenandoah Elks Club following the graveside Thursday.  Memorials in Dick's name are being directed to the Shenandoah Elks Club #1122 or to Every Step Hospice in Creston.  

Richard Dean Irvin, better known as Dick, was born on December 13, 1934 in rural Page County, Iowa near College Springs to George Elton and Frances Isabelle (Roberts) Irvin.  As a young child he lived in Clarinda and New Market before moving to Shenandoah.  While in high school he began working as a life guard and swim instructor at the Shenandoah Swimming Pool.  He graduated from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1953.

On December 29, 1957, he married JoDayle Moffet at the First Methodist Church in Shenandoah.   They celebrated 62 years of marriage this past December.  They were blessed with one son, Richard Randall (Randy) Irvin, who was born on April 20, 1960.

Dick started his career in finance with Iowa Finance Company in Perry, Iowa.  He later advanced with the company to Fremont, Nebraska, Charles City, Iowa, Hannibal, Missouri and then back to Shenandoah with Associates Finance.  He then worked at the Union State Bank in Winterset, Iowa and moved back again to Shenandoah with Security Trust and Savings Bank and retired from Bank Iowa.

He was a former member of the Charles City Junior Chamber of Commerce, Charter Member of the Winterset Optimist Club, and member of the Shenandoah American Legion Golf Course.  He proudly accomplished 2 holes in one (Sept. 25, 2002 and Sept. 2, 2005) both on hole #8 before having to give up golf because of his health.  He was a member of Shenandoah Elks Club #1122 and the Shenandoah First United Methodist Church.

Preceding Dick in death were his parents; son, Richard (Randy) Randall; two infant brothers at birth, Lowell and Gordon; sister, Delores Josephson Brooks; two brothers, Larry Irvin and his wife Marcella and Mike Irvin.   He is survived by his wife, JoDayle Irvin; two grandchildren, Richard (Richey) Irvin and wife Mollie of Austin, AR and Chanel Payne and husband Robert of Fort Smith, AR; four great grandchildren, Kinley and Carlie Payne, Addison Baker and Richard Gray Irvin;  brother, Charles Irvin and wife Joan of Shenandoah, IA; sisters-in-law, Connie Irvin of Shenandoah, IA and Alice Moffett of Camarillo, CA; daughter-in-law, Karin Wilcox Irvin and her children, Elizabeth, William and Laura; other relatives; and many friends

Robert (Bob) Warren Jandreau, 73, of Council Bluffs, Iowa and formerly of Shenandoah, unexpectedly entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2020 in Council Bluffs.   

A memorial graveside service with military honors will be held at a later date at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.   Bob was a United States Army Vietnam veteran who received the Purple Heart.  Survivors include his wife, Jolene Jandreau. 

Robert (Bob) Warren Jandreau, 73, of Council Bluffs, Iowa and formerly of Shenandoah, unexpectedly entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2020 in Council Bluffs.  Memorial graveside services will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with Pastor Luke Fillmore officiating.   Bob was a United States Army Vietnam veteran who received the Purple Heart. Military honors will be accorded by the Shenandoah American Legion Post #88.  Memorials in Bob's name are being directed in lieu of flowers to the Rapp Park Improvement Project Fund.  Face masks are kindly suggested to be worn and you are invited to bring your own lawn chairs.   

Robert Warren Jandreau, son of Norman Joseph and Helen Emelia (Strom) Jandreau, was born on July 5, 1947 at Hand Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa.   He unexpectedly entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2020 in Council Bluffs, Iowa at the age of 73 years, 8 days.

His early life was spent growing up in rural Page County between Essex and Shenandoah where he attended country school through 8th grade.  He attended high school in Shenandoah, graduating from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1965.  Following high school, Bob attended Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, Missouri for two years.  He then attended Peru State Teachers College for one year before being drafted into the United States Army during Vietnam. 

From his induction in January of 1969 through January of 1971, Bob proudly served his country.  He was stationed in Tay Nink, Vietnam and Quan Loi. He served as a machine gunner on a helicopter with the 1st Air Cavalry Division.  He was wounded in Quan Loi and subsequently had surgery in Vietnam.  For his service and sacrifice, Bob was awarded the National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Purple Heart Combat Infantry Badge, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal and 2nd Class Gunner, Machine Gun, Marksmen and Sharpshooter medals.   He was honorably discharged in 1971 and then served nine years with the Army National Guard.

On June 7, 1985, Bob was united in marriage to Jolene (Steeple) Stange in Shenandoah, Iowa.   Following their marriage they lived in Shenandoah, Council Bluffs, Iowa, Sanford, Maine and back to Council Bluffs where they currently resided.

For over 35 years, Bob worked in the field of crop insurance as a Claims Adjuster and Claims Auditor with three different crop insurance companies.  He was still employed upon his death.

Special interests of Bob’s were fishing and hunting while growing up.  He continued his love of fishing and the great outdoors throughout his life.  He also loved traveling the New England states into Canada and the Canadian Provinces.

Preceding Bob in death were his parents, Norman and Helen Jandreau; aunts, uncles and cousins.  Left to cherish his memory are his wife of over 35 years, Jolene Jandreau of Council Bluffs, IA; brother, Richard Jandreau ; nephew, Nick Jandreau; two step daughters, Tracy Lamaestra of Laguna Hills, CA and Jill Sykora and husband David of Council Bluffs, IA; cousins; other relatives; and many friends

On Wednesday, July 8, 2020, Betty Jane Johnson - Diehl, longtime Essex Iowa resident, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 in Julesburg Colorado.

A celebration of life graveside memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2020, at 1:00 pm at the Essex Cemetery with Lloyd Hauger officiating.  For those who are unable to attend, we will have the service on Facebook Live at 1:00 pm Sunday.  You can join the service or watch by going to the: Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Services Facebook Page. Scroll down through the page and the video will appear once we go live.

Betty was born in York County, Nebraska on March 6, 1928 to Clarence and Hilma (Johnson) Johnson, with sisters Ruth (Gus Alm) & Anna Mae (Bob Martin), and brother Wally (Barb Dadoe).

She married Harvey Wesley Diehl in 1947 and together they had three children, Larry (Nancy Hughes), Derry (Delores Weed), and Pam (Mark Ketchum).

Reading was her passion; especially historical fiction and westerns. She wanted enough books to open a library of her own. Betty also enjoyed her crossword puzzles, and she delighted in spending time with her family. One of her favorite memories from Essex was working in the daycare with the smallest children. While living in Wray, Colorado she enjoyed spending time with the 55-And-Over Club.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harvey, her siblings, and her son Larry. She is survived by her children Derry and Pam, as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren

Jones, Floyd Arden - Floyd Arden Jones, son of Alfred Eugene and Catherine (Dickenson) Jones, was born on February 1, 1944 in West Palm Beach, Florida. He passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at the Shenandoah Medical Center in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Floyd's early years were spent in Osceola, Iowa. He graduated from Clark County Community School with the class of 1962. On August 21, 1965, he was united in marriage to Sue Ann Willis in Lake City, Iowa. He attended Simpson College and graduated with the class of 1966. In 1971 he graduated from the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines. He completed an internship at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Monies and first started practicing in 1972 at the Shenandoah Medical Center. Floyd was Board certified in family practice and was a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He specialized in Geriatric Medicine and Family Practice. He served as co-medical director of the Shenandoah Physicians Clinic for his final three years at Shenandoah Medical Center. Floyd was also a member of the Shenandoah Medical Center Board of Directors. He served as a secretary and treasurer of the Academy of Family Physicians Specialty in Family Practice and was the first osteopath to be a member of the Page County Medical Society. In 2015, he and Sue were honored as Grand Marshals of the Shenfest Parade. In 2017, he was awarded the Hospital Hero Award by the Iowa Hospital Association.

He was a founding member of Ducks Unlimited, member of the Taylor Lake Hunting Club, Horse Creek Hunting Club and the First United Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood carving and supporting his children and grandchildren in sporting and music events.

Floyd was preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Catherine Jones and brother John H. Jones. He is survived by his wife Sue Jones of Shenandoah, children; Bryan Jones and wife Patricia of Shenandoah, Eric Jones and wife Jenny of Harlan, Iowa, Justin Jones and wife Nicole of Kansas City, Kansas and Jessica Bell and husband Brandon of Shenandoah, grandchildren; Brodie , Magi, Alex, Andrew, Parker, Sydney, Isaiah, Gabriel, Caleb and Melissa Jones, Dakota and Jack Murren and Allysa Bell, twin brother Fred Jones and wife Julie of Indianola, Iowa, sister-in-law Jennie Jones of Osceola, Iowa; numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

A Private Family Graveside Service will be held. There will be a Celebration of Life Memorial Service for the community at a later date

Journey, Amos Noah - The sad news was brought to our city [Shambaugh] Wednesday of last week of the death of Amos Journey, who died at his home near Bedford, that morning at 3 o'clock, after an illness of twenty-one days of typhoid fever. Amos was the son of Mr and Mrs William Journey and was born and reared near Shambaugh. In August, 1882, he was united in marriage to Miss Lizzie Woods of this place. To their union eleven children have been born. Two of them preceded him to the better world, he leaving to mourn their loss a wife and nine children. The funeral services were held from the Menonite church at this place, Friday, at 2 pm, conducted by Rev Mr Pontius, assisted by Reverends Cox and Cabbage. Mr Journey was born Oct 18, 1862, and was aged 37 years 2 months and 2 days. The interment took place at the Davis cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 29, 1899

Journey, Mary Elizabeth Woods - Mary Elizabeth Woods, daughter of Jacob and Mary Woods, was born near Shambaugh, Page County, Iowa, on March 22nd, 1862, and departed this life at her late residence in New Market, Feb 6th, 1923, aged 60 years, 10 months and 16 days.

She was reared to womanhood in Page County and was united in marriage to Amos N. Journey Aug 27, 1882. In 1886 they moved to Taylor County, where she made her home until 1917, since which time she has resided in her late home in New Market.

To this union were born eleven children, two of whom died in infancy, and the oldest son Gail died in 1918. Her husband also departed this life Dec 20th, 1899.

Converted in February 1877 under the ministry of W.J. Howard, at the Mt Joy school house, she united with the brethren in Christ, at Shambaugh and in 1893 affiliated with the Mennonite Church in New Market being a charter member, and in that communion remained faithful to the end.

Left a widow, with a family of small children, she managed to struggle along, keeping the family together until they were all grown to manhood and womanhood. She proved that the God of the widow and the fatherless failed not, but was a constant help in time of need.

She leaves to mourn her departure eight children as follows: Glen Godfrey of New Market, Ray Journey, of Wayburn, Saskatchewan, Canada, Harry A. Journey of Hanley, Saskatchewan, Canada, Edna M. Journey of New Market, C.H. Journey of New Market, Claude Journey of Bristol, Colo., Floyd Journey and Stine Journey of New Market, also eight grandchildren, two brothers, and four sisters and a host of friends.

It may be truthfully said of her that she was faithful in all walks of life.

Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Mennonite Church in New Market, conducted by the pastor Rev J.K. Myers, the burial being in Davis Cemetery northeast of Shambaugh. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 12, 1923

Rosalee J. (Sunquist) Kinnison, 78, of Shenandoah, peacefully entered into rest on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Nebraska Medicine - Omaha.  A celebration of life memorial service for Rosalee will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 10:30 am at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Shenandoah with Pastor Kurt Hoover officiating.  Inurnment will take place in Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak.  Memorials are being directed to the family.  Cards and condolences can be sent: c/o Tiffany Johnson - 3525 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321. 

Rosalee J. (Sunquist) Kinnison was born on December 6, 1941 to Alvin and Geneva Sunquist.  After graduating from Simpson College she started her career as a teacher, and then a principal in the Essex school district spanning more than 40 years.  She began her teaching career in 1963 as a second-grade teacher. In 1979, she became the Principal, Talented & Gifted teacher and 2nd grade teacher.  After many years of molding and guiding young minds she retired in 2004 only to then return to be a substitute teacher, as teaching was her true passion.  Mrs. K taught many lessons, not only from math (on a real chalkboard), but also reading, lots of reading – showing her students that they are important, that they are blessed, and to always do their best.

As many of you may know, my mom loved to send cards.  She would always fill them with her favorite scriptures or just a simple hi, hello, to make sure you were doing ok.  Mom always asked about others and would send a prayer patch or prayer rock when she knew somebody needed a lift.

Despite her medical hardships, mom forever had a positive spirit and love for the Lord that she shared with others.  She had a strong will to live and an unwavering faith in God.  You did not need to know her personal struggles to see this, it is clear her faith in God gave her immeasurable strength and hope.  One of her favorite verses was Isaiah 41:13 “For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you; Do not fear.  I will help you.”  We know she will continue to smile down upon us, inspire us with the memory of her love and great faith.

Rosalee was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church where she matched her love of sewing with giving back to the community by sewing quilt tops.  Since 2014, she has quilted over 650 quilt tops.  That’s many miles of thread and many yards of fabric. The teacher in her would turn this into a word problem.  “If the quilt top is 80”x 60” and it has a total of 48 blocks that are 11”x11” and she had made 650 quilts…… how many miles of thread was used?”

Mom was instrumental in leading the Birthday Bag project for clients served by the Local Food Pantry.  Members of her church and friends banded together and have provided over 700 birthday bags that included a cake mix, frosting, candles, colored pencils, a toy and a special pillow case sewn by mom along with a note made special to each child from her.

Rosalee’s greatest love was her family…but everyone knew it was all about her grandkids and great-grandkids.  Oh what a smile the kids would bring to her. Throughout the years of her retirement, the grandkids would come stay with her during the summer.  She would take them to the library, swimming, skating, to the movies and even help them make lemonade stands.  She played many games like Don’t Break the Ice, Kerplunk and did many science experiments and crafts with the kids. Oh, the popsicle sticks and pom poms that were glued and painted.

Survivors include her two children, Thayne Kinnison of Shenandoah and Tiffany (Brad) Johnson of Des Moines;  nine grand-Children,  TJ, Malichi, Levi, Sierra, Erika, Spencer, Haylee, Kleighton and Braxton;  two great-grandchildren,  Kaiden and Hunter;    brother, Bob (Sonia) Sunquist of Red Oak; other relatives; and many friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents.

Rosie/Mrs. K/Mom - was and always will be an anchor who grounded us.  She was the rock you could hold onto when the waters of life threatened to drown us.  Her love of education and the wisdom she imparted will remain with us as we travel life’s journey.  Her love for reading will live on in her grandchildren and the many children whose lives she touched as an educator.  Her spirit of giving will live on in the quilts and gifts she lovingly sewed to not only warm the bodies, but the hearts and souls of those who received them.  Her strong foundation of faith will live on through the reminders of the prayer patches she sewed, the prayer rocks she shared, and the words of our Lord that she reminded us of.  Matthew 26:13 could describe Rosalee’s faith and gift to this world “Truly I say to you, wherever this gospel is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be spoken of in memory of her.”

Kirchner, Deborah Ann Askey - Deborah Kirchner, 63, of Braddyville, Iowa entered into peace Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at her residence in Braddyville, Iowa. Graveside funeral Services will be held 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 1, 2020 at Evergreen Cemetery, Red Oak, Iowa. Open visitation will be held 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday, July 31, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Interment will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery, Red Oak, Iowa.

Deborah Ann Kirchner was born October 23, 1956 in Des Moines, Iowa. Her parents were James Askey and Donna Foes. Deb grew up in the Red Oak/Stanton area and graduated from Stanton with the class of 1975. She attended the Iowa Western Community College Nursing program in Clarinda and received her CNA in 1975 and graduated with her LPN in 1976.

Deb was a caring, dedicated nurse working in the health care industry at Westridge Care Center (now Azria Health) in Clarinda for 40 years. The residents and staff were very important to her and became a second family.

Deb was an avid bowler and also enjoyed camping, fishing and raising a big garden. Her greatest enjoyment was supporting her grandchildren in all of their school and sporting events. Deb was a BIG fan of Jay Hawk basketball and all of the Iowa Hawkeye sports.

Preceding Deb in death were her parents, James and Donna Askey; brother, Donald Shrum.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Michelle Sunderman and husband Chad of Clarinda, Iowa, Stacy Hale and husband Richard Hale of Clarinda, Iowa and Cameron Kirchner of Braddyville, Iowa; grandchildren, Mercedez, Aziah, Ryplee, Shayliah, Sierra, Alexandrea and Conner; sister, brother, Mike Askey and wife Linda of Red Oak, Iowa; sister, Pam Miller and brother, Charles Shurm; mother-in-law, Gretchen Kirchner of Braddyville, Iowa; nieces; nephews and many friends

Larkin, Larry Eugene - 1940 - 2020

Larry Eugene Larkin son of Howard Evert Larkin and Alice Faye Matthews was born November 3, 1940 in Buxton, KS. He passed away in his home with family by his side on August 12, 2020.

Larry graduated from Lafontaine High School in LaFontaine, KS. He then enlisted in the Army during Vietnam, where his mechanic skills were utilized.

He worked construction all over the country and even helped build the Elk City Dam outside of Independence, KS. He met his wife Patricia (Pat) Armijo of 53 years while working in New Mexico. They married and moved outside of Clarinda, IA. and resided in their home in Clarinda until the time of their passing. When they moved to Clarinda he went to work for Miller & Tomlinson’s International Harvester and worked there for 35 years. Larry and Pat raised two daughters and help raise 6 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren

He loved hunting, fishing, camping, and boating with friends and family. He enjoyed cutting firewood to heat the family home and took pride in his family abilities and achievements, he could literally fix, repair, or build almost anything.

Larry was preceded in death by his wife Pat, his parents, a brother, a stepson, and a favorite pet grand dog Patch. He is survived by his daughters Faye Sprague (Kevin) of Colorado Springs, Co and Donna Larkin (Tim Laughlin)Villisca, IA, 6 grandchildren; Tim Goforth, AR, Fidel Segura, AZ, Chad Larsen, AR, Ranae Segura, NM, Amanda Power, AR, and Jessica Davis, NE, many great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews, a very long-time great friend John Faucet and wife Phyllis, WI, and many other friends and family. He will be missed by many

Liggitt, Marjory Sampson - Marjory Liggitt, 91 of Indianola, passed away Friday September 11, 2020 at Vintage Hills Memory Care unit in Indianola.

Marjory was born on September 4th 1929 to Emil and Effie Harless Sampson, along with a twin sister Margret. She graduated from Osceola Highschool, taught school at Oak Grove country school, worked as a supervisor at Bell Telephone Company, and later she and her husband owned a dry cleaner in Norwalk Iowa. Marjory was united in Marriage to Emmett Liggitt. After retirement from the dry cleaner business [in Norwalk, Iowa] they spent many years traveling together and spending winters in Texas. Marjory enjoyed going to craft fairs, listening to country music, and spending winters in Pharr, Texas. She was a member of the Norwalk Christian Church for many years and many bible study groups.

Marjory was preceded in death by her parents, husband Emmett, sisters Wilma Kentner and Mary Alice Blair. Brother in laws, Clair Kentner, Marven Blair, and Kenneth Hines. Step children, Richard Liggitt, Jane Schusterman, and Sharon Hughes.

She is survived by sisters, Margret Hines of Indianola, IA, Vesta (Jim) Emary of Osceola, IA and step daughter Maris Anderson of Aurora, CO, and many step grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday September 16, 2020 at Merle Hay Funeral Home, 4400 Merle Hay Road Des Moines, Iowa 50310. Visitation will start at 10:00 a.m. also at Merle Hay Funeral Home. Memorials can be given to the Norwalk Christian Church, 701 Main Street, Norwalk, Iowa 50211

Lonowski, Myron "Mike" - Myron "Mike" Lonowski was born on April 19, 1932 in Arcadia, NE to parents Louie and Nellie (Sowokinos) Lonowski. Mike passed away at the age of 88 on September 14, 2020 in his home in Shenandoah, IA, with his family by his side.

Mike attended high school at St. Josaphat's Catholic and Loup City, NE High Schools. He met his wife Agnes Ramaekers in Loup City, and there they were married at St. Josaphat's Catholic Church in 1951. The couple just celebrated 69 years of marriage, and even in illness Mike still managed to get a card for his lovely wife.

In his early years, Mike worked with his father in Louie's Ford Dealership. With his father and brother Melvin he owned a variety of businesses in Nebraska before moving to Shenandoah. In 1959, Mike established the Shenandoah Farm Supply, and later expanded the business to Nebraska City, NE and Clarinda, IA. Mike encouraged all his children to help in the stores as they grew up. He was a well-known figure in the farming community and truly enjoyed his farming friends. Mike sold the businesses in 1981.

In 1982, Mike and Agnes purchased the Sleepy Hollow property, the location where Henry Field started his seed company in 1895. Subsequently Mike and Agnes developed the land as a new Addition to the city of Shenandoah. Mike loved looking out the window of his home and seeing his legacy.

In 1985, Mike started Eternastone with his son, Pat, which was in business through 1989.

Mike was an active member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church and served as an usher there for many years. He was also an Honorary Life Member of the Knights of Columbus, and always helped during the yearly fish fry! Mike was always ready to lend a hand, and often had people calling him to help with various tasks around the house as well as the parish. He was also a firm believer in Habitat for Humanity and volunteered with building houses whenever possible.

Mike was an avid golfer and enjoyed woodworking, construction, travel, visiting his children and grandchildren, having coffee with his friends and listening to polka music. He also loved playing pool (and beating everyone) as well as a good card game of 'Pitch' - the family will never forget his hilarious antics and the laughter!

Preceding Mike in death were his infant sons Larry and Mark, granddaughter Mary Elizabeth Lonowski, his parents Louie and Nellie Lonowski, brother Melvin Lonowski, sister Renee (Triplett) Himberg, and nephew Bobby Lonowski. Mike is survived by his loving wife Agnes Lonowski of Shenandoah, IA; son Dan and wife Brenda of Novi, MI; son Pat and wife Claudia of Brea, CA; son Wayne and wife Kathryn of Ft. Collins, CO; son Chris of Bellevue, WA; son Doug and wife Dale of Ellensburg, WA; daughter Vicki of Cleveland, OH; grandchildren Joshua Kluver, Callie Lonowski, Marise Lonowski, Dr. Sarah Lonowski and husband Brad Wenderoth, David Lonowski, Anne Lonowski, Kimberly Lonowski, Elijah Lonowski, Thomas Lonowski, Michael Ferri and Francesca Ferri; great-grandchild Morgan Kluver, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

A Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 19, 2020 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Shenandoah. Social distancing and masks will be required for attendance. Burial of cremains will be private family only following mass at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah. 

Dorothy Jean (McMullen) Looper, daughter of Harold and Ruth Ione (Verbeck) McMullen, was born on March 11, 1945 at Hamburg, Iowa.  She entered into eternal peace on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at the Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak, Iowa following a brief illness at the age of 75 years, 5 months, 25 days.

Her early life was spent growing up in rural Fremont County, Iowa near Farragut, Iowa.  Dorothy attended country school through the 5th grade.  After the closing of the country school in 1957, she attended the Farragut Community Schools, graduating from Farragut High School with the Class of 1964.

After graduating, Dorothy moved to Shenandoah and worked at Mount Arbor Nurseries for a short time as seasonal worker.  Shortly after leaving Mount Arbor’s she went to work at Hand Hospital as a Nurse Aide.  She also worked at Nishna Productions in Shenandoah for a number of years and later at Romech in Red Oak where she retired.

On January 9, 1965, Dorothy was united in marriage to Jerry Hurlbert at Sidney, Iowa.  They were blessed with three daughters, Cynthia Diane, Carol Jaleene and Carla Ann.

On May 1, 1992, Dorothy was united in marriage to Kent Looper at Shenandoah, Iowa.

Family was everything in Dorothy’s life.   She loved her children, grandchildren and family very much and enjoyed being with them as much as possible.  Growing up on the farm, she always enjoyed helping her dad milk the cows, doing it the old fashioned way, by hand.   She was an avid animal lover and enjoyed the outdoors.  She was a member of the Red Oak Church of the Nazarene.

Preceding Dorothy in death were her parents; grandparents; aunts and uncles.  Left to cherish her memory are her three daughters,  Cynthia (Cindy) and her fiancé Dave  Reynolds of Erie, PA, Carol Olivas and her son Ayden Olivas of Red Oak, IA and Carla Volner and husband David Volner of Red Oak, IA;  three granddaughters, Amanda (Mandi) and fiancé Alessio Tarozzi of Raleigh, NC, Nicole (Nicki) of Erie, PA and Shantel (Shanti) of Corry, PA; sister, Mary Ann Walter and husband Don of Creston, IA; niece, Donnette Cocklin and husband Roger of Glenwood, IA; and her special family, the Coy family of Farragut, IA; other relatives and many friends.

Celebration of life funeral services will be held on Friday, September 18, 2020 at 10:00 am at Nishna Valley Funeral Home with Pastor Marcia Barnett officiating.  There will be open visitation and viewing at the funeral home Thursday, September 17, 2020 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm  (the family will not be present during this time).   Burial will take place in the Chambers Cemetery in rural Fremont County (Prairie Township).  Memorials are being directed to the family

Mains, Richard Dean - Richard Dean was born May 26, 1928, to Wendell and Gladys (Eastman) Mains in Clarinda, Iowa and graduated from Villisca High School in 1947.

Dick enlisted into the Army and served in the Korean War. On March 20, 1951, he was united into marriage to Donna Bates in Atlantic, Iowa. They completed their family in 1968 when they adopted their son Roger.

Dick worked as a telephone installer until 1961 when they moved to Texas, and then he worked as a NASA Contractor from 1962 until he retired in 1993. After he and Donna retired, they moved back to the Mains home in Villisca.

He is preceded in death by his wife Donna, parents, sister-in-law Barbara Porter and husband Jimmy.

Dick is survived by his son Roger and granddaughter Madison of Villisca, IA, niece Maureen Manning of McCloud, OK, brother Wendell Mains and wife Merna of Wichita, KS along with many other family and friends

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Marsh, George - 06 Apr 1956 - 24 Sep 2020 George Marsh, 64, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Thursday, September 24, 2020 at the Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Jeff Eason officiating.

McCall, Keith LeRoy - Keith passed away on Monday evening, July 20, 2020 at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. Burial with complete military honors will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Social distancing is still encourage, as is wearing a mask. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be directed to the family.

Keith LeRoy McCall was born on August 29th, 1932 to Jesse and Leta (Mattes) McCall in Hamburg, Iowa. He grew up in the Hamburg area and graduated from Essex High School in 1950. He entered the US Army on December 10, 1952. He was honorably discharged in November 1954. Keith married Mary Alice Kish on April 16, 1955 at the First Methodist Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. The couple was blessed with 40 years of marriage and two children, Kathryn and Richard. After the Armed Forces and serving during the Korean War he worked for 37 years with the Soil Conservation Service from 1952 until he retired in May 1989. On Monday, July 20, 2020 Keith died at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, NE at the age of 87.

Keith was actively involved in the Shenandoah American Legion where he was a member of the Color Guard and served in various capacities, including District Commander. He attended many American Legion Conventions throughout the US and won several Color Guard tournaments. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Shenandoah. He loved spending time with his family, farming, playing cards, and traveling. He was extremely proud of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild.

Those left to honor his memory include his brothers, Kenneth (Irene) McCall of Riverton, IA, Victor (Sharon) McCall of Red Oak, IA; sister-in-law Pauline (Lynn) Osterholm of Omaha, NE; his children, Kathryn (Ron) Barker of Omaha, NE, Richard (Pam) McCall of Omaha, NE; 5 grandchildren, Scott (Amanda) Barker, Jason (Kaity) Barker, Justin McCall, Riley McCall, and Megan McCall; a great-granddaughter Laney Barker; a special friend Shirley Iverson of Calgary, and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice; parents and brother Hubert

Irene Elizabeth (Carr) Nagel, daughter of George and Clara (Brosam) Carr, was born on June 10, 1925, in Atlantic, Iowa. She entered into rest on July 20, 2020 in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 95 years, 1 month, 10 days.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Nishna Valley Funeral Home in Shenandoah with Pastor Jack Langley officiating.  The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation Thursday evening, July 23, 2020 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home.  Burial will take place in the Rose Hill Cemetery next to her husband Arthur Nagel.  Memorials in Irene's name are being directed to the family. 

She spent her younger years on the family farm in Atlantic, Iowa where she attended the Atlantic Community Schools. She was a hard worker from an early age and at 11 years old she ironed shirts for a community doctor.

On January 22, 1944, Irene was united in marriage to Arthur Nagel in Anita, Iowa and to this union were born two daughters and one son; Nelda, Joyce and Jimmy. In the beginning years of marriage, she moved to Art’s family farm. Irene loved slopping hogs, feeding chickens, and milking cows. She often wished she could go back to the farm. When they moved back to Atlantic, they both went to work for Blue Star Frozen Foods until Art started pastoring for the Church of God of Prophecy in Winterset, Iowa. While in Winterset they built a church from the ground up. They continued their ministry by pastoring in Atlantic, Iowa; Missouri Valley, Iowa; Shenandoah, Iowa; and Red Oak, Iowa. Irene raised money for the church by organizing and baking for the church bake sales. She loved to bake, and she was known in the Shenandoah Community for her popcorn balls. They were requested year after year for all holidays from the people in the community. During the years of supporting the ministry she also worked in nursing homes, cleaning motels, and later cleaning houses for several families around the Shenandoah area until she decided to retire at 78 years old. At the time of her passing she was a member of New Life Church in Atlantic, Iowa.

She also belonged to TOPS in Shenandoah for 25+ years. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, doing word searches, putting together puzzles, baking, and most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends. She was the highlight of her grandchildren’s memories growing up.  She always made their holidays special and was an excellent cook. They have many memories of their weekend sleepovers. She took care of you and prayed for you when you were sick, corrected you when you were wrong, and showed her love by doing special things for you. She was a thrill seeker, loved to have fun and laugh, and was always up for anything. One of her favorite places to go every year, way up into her 70s was Adventureland. She once rode the roller coaster Tornado twenty something times in a row. Her zest for life and her hard work was an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed by many.

Preceding Irene in death were her parents, George and Clara Carr; husband, Arthur Nagel; son, Jimmy Duane Nagel; daughter, Nelda Jean Dresser; granddaughter, Donnel Dresser; great grandson, Nathan Jones; son-in-law, Jeffery W. Trahan Jr.; brother, Floyd Carr; sister, Florence Swift; sister, Betty Nagel; sister, Leona Gard; sister, Imogene Herrick; and sister, Doris Kennison.

She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Trahan of Shenandoah, Iowa; three grandchildren, Michael Davis of Bellevue, NE, Linda Davis of Bellevue, NE, and Brandi Kroeger and husband, Kevin of Omaha , NE; five great grandchildren, Kyle and Nichole Goebel of Omaha, NE, Jessica Chloupek of Lincoln, NE, Clarisa West of Council Bluffs, IA, Ashley Chloupek of Omaha, NE, and Braxton Kroeger of Omaha, NE; and one great-great grandchild, Kelly Smith of Council Bluffs, IA; along with other relatives and many friends

Naven-McGinnis, Jeri - Jeri Naven-McGinnis, 67 of Shenandoah passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020 at her home.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date. Hackett

On August 23, 2020 Jeri Naven-McGinnis died peacefully at her home doing what she loved: Sitting on her back porch, reading a good book.

It is a daunting task to write Jeri's obituary, because she herself had such a command of the English language and a beautiful way with the written word. She could cut to the chase, represent small-town charm with world view intellect, and had a way of effortlessly translating her extraordinary sense of humor and unparalleled wit into writing. Aiding in this was probably her knack for taking on the daily New York Times Crossword puzzle - with a pen!

Jeri was born in Des Moines, Iowa on November 19, 1952 to Dean H. and Claudine E. (Maurer) Naven. Thanks to her father's career in the news business, the family moved often and Jeri grew up in Shenandoah, Fremont (NE), Sioux City, and finally Fort Dodge. She truly hated moving!

After graduating from Fort Dodge High School in 1971, she ignored the advice of her father and enrolled in the University of Iowa's school of journalism. Upon graduation, she went to write for the Pocahontas Newspaper in Pocahontas, Iowa. She then pursued her lifelong love of politics with a stint as field representative for US Representative Berkley Bedell and (then) Representative Tom Harkin.

Jeri eventually returned to Shenandoah in the late 80's to write for the Sentinel and Valley News Today. Shenandoah had always held a special place in her heart and she showed her gratitude by becoming an active member of the community, with involvement in the Southwest Iowa Theater Group (as director, actor, and board member), Shenandoah High School speech program, American Field Service (AFS), the Everly Family Scholarship fund, Tanenbaum Tea (which she helped to found), and countless other organizations.

She leaves behind her two children, Katharine (Kate) McGinnis of Berlin, Germany and Connor McGinnis of Shenandoah. They are left with many happy memories of laughing around the kitchen table discussing politics, books, and Hawkeye football - all with NPR forever on in the background.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Art McGinnis, niece Elizabeth Lyman and other relatives.

Left to tell a few funny stories about life with Jeri are her children, sisters Tammy Murray (Todd) Sacramento, CA, Kim Naven Gee (Gil) Farragut, Iowa and brother Jeff W. Naven (Michon) Harrison, ID. Nieces and nephews: AJ Lyman, Jason Lyman, Allison Lyman, Brian Murray (Sarah), Scott Murray, and Matthew Murray. Her beloved Maurer Cousins: Nancy (Jim) Schoeben, Lainer Urbik, Judy (Bill) Haller and JJ Whitaker.

She truly hated funerals, so her family will respect her wishes by not having one for her. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to her great loves: Shenandoah Public Library and National Public Radio (NPR).

(If Jeri were to read this, her 'copywriter's' marks would be all over it...)

Plautz, Pauline Schoening -Feb 1, 1924 - Sep 10, 2020 - Pauline passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Accura Healthcare Center in Shenandoah.

Private Family Graveside Memorial Services will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery at a later date.

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Pauline RoseMary Plautz was born near Mineola, Iowa to Otto and Helene (Denker) Schoening on February 1, 1924, the youngest of nine children. She passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2020 in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 96 years.

Pauline was raised on the family's farm where she was born. She began her education at Sand Hollow School in rural Mills County, and later graduated from Glenwood High School in 1942. Following graduation Pauline moved to Shenandoah and was employed at Northwestern Bell Telephone Company.

On June 19, 1947, Pauline married Elden C. "Bud" Plautz at St. John's Lutheran Church in Mineola. The couple made their home in Shenandoah. They became the parents of a daughter, Carla.

Through the years, Pauline held several part-time jobs: at Shenandoah Monument Co., Culligan Water and Earl May Seed and Nursery Co. While Bud was involved with B&K Milling, Pauline served as bookkeeper for the business. Perhaps the job she loved most was being the baby-sitter for her grandson, Joe, during his growing-up years.

Pauline was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. For many years she was active in the Trinity Women's League.

Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Bud in 1989; her parents; brothers Fred, Robert, John, Glen and infant Harlan; sisters Catherine Colwell, Emma Williams and infant Edna.

Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter Carla Rigdon and husband Glenn of Shenandoah, grandson Joe Rigdon and wife Caitie of Blue Springs, Missouri, great-granddaughters Anja and Bianca Rigdon, and other beloved relatives and friends.

Private Family Graveside Memorial Services will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Trinity Lutheran Church or the Shenandoah Ambulance Service.

Pontius, Rex Walter - Rex passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at Bergen Mercy Hospital in Omaha.

Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at the Rose Hill Cemetery. Military Honors will be conducted by the Shenandoah American Legion Color Guard.

There will be open viewing on Friday afternoon at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The family will not be present. Social distancing and face masks are encouraged.

In lieu of a flowers a memorial is currently being established.

Rex Walter Pontious was born June 29, 1929 at Hand Community Hospital in Shenandoah, Iowa to Jake and June (Priest) Pontious. Rex passed away on August 5, 2020 at Bergan Mercy Hospital.

Rex attended school in Shenandoah, Iowa until his family moved to Delmar, California. When he was in the 8th grade, they moved back to Shenandoah, Iowa where he attended catholic school until his sophomore year. He left school to work and help support his family but did earn his GED to aid in his promotion in the National Guard.

He joined the National Guard on May 19, 1947. He reached the rank of Lieutenant before retiring after 35 years of service, where he retired as a First Sergeant.

Rex married Delores Jean Monk on September 30, 1953 in Shenandoah, Iowa where they continued to live. Rex and Delores had five children. Their family grew to include 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

In addition to being a member of the National Guard, Rex worked for both Mount Arbor and Lake Nurseries from 1953 to 1973 for a combined total of 20 years. Rex then became superintendent of the City of Shenandoah Park Department where he worked for 20 years before retiring in 1993. Rex never truly retired as he did yard work for others for many years and was a school custodian at Shenandoah for a few years as well.

His love of the military led him to remain actively involved as a board member of the Company E Memorial Armory and helped support and maintain the chapel at the Rose Hill Cemetery. He was a member of the American Legion. One of his favorite day trips was to Offutt Airforce Base, which were made frequently.

Along with his wife, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his number one interest. He loved following all their sports and extra curricular activities, which kept he and Delores hopping. He modeled a strong work ethic for his family. Everyone who knows Rex was aware of his love of trees, plants and gardening. He would spend hours putting together jigsaw puzzles and completing word search puzzles. Western movies, history in general and military history specifically were of great interest to him. He was quite the story teller, sharing his experiences of growing up during the depression and his time in the national guard.

Preceding him in death were his parents, sister Phyllis Jordan and brother Harry Pontious.

He is survived by Delores, his wife of almost 67 years; his children Cheryl (Dan) Arend of Altamont, Illinois, Pam (Bill) Ditmars of Shenandoah, Paula (David) Brownlee of Farragut, Randy (Deb) Pontious of Ankeny and Rusty Pontious of Ft. Worth, Texas. Surviving grandchildren from the Kansas City area include Jeff (Rebecca) Meyer, Julie (John) Aust, Sarah (JD) Birkenholz, Mike (Christi) Ditmars and Lea Ditmars; Tim Meyer of Council Bluffs, Iowa;, Tara (Jeremy) Tompkins, Luke Ditmars, and Abby (Jon) Weinrich all of Shenandoah; Andrew Brownlee, Courtney (Tim) Pontious, and Katie Pontious of Des Moines/Ankeny area. Great grandchildren include Ava and Nathan Meyer; Matthew and Amelia Aust; Addie, Jackson, Ryder and Sutton Birkenholz; Austin Foran, Jacob, Ryan and Aiden Ditmars; Hunter and Max Tompkins; Aubrey and Cooper Weinrich, Cayden Pontious and Kolby Pontious-Moore.

In addition he is survived by his sisters Arloa Bryant and Linda Pontious, both of Arkansas. Rex is also survived by a sister-in-law Opal (Dick) Gibson of Twin Lakes, Iowa;, brothers- in-law Gerald Monk of Omaha, Nebraska and Lee ( Vicki) Monk of Salmon, Idaho.

Price, Jill May Jackson - Jill Price, 39, of Clarinda, Iowa went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at the Clarinda Regional Health Center ER, Clarinda, Iowa. Celebration of Life Services will be held 10:00 AM Friday, August 7, 2020 at Calvary Chapel, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Greg Young officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 6, 2020, 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Calvary Chapel, Clarinda, Iowa.

Jill Mae Price was born April 7, 1981 in Clarinda, Iowa to Kenneth Duane Jackson and Teresa Mae (Vogel) Jackson. She grew up on the family farm in the College Springs area and always loved the country and farm life. Jill attended South Page School and graduated from South Page High School with the class of 1999. She was very active throughout high school participating in softball, track, and basketball. She was also a cheerleader and a member of the National Honor Society. Her favorite sport was softball and she had great memories of the team making it to the State tournament. Track inspired her love for running which she continued throughout her adult life. Following high school she attended Morningside College where she played softball. She was asked to run track while there. She attended Metro Community College in Bellevue, Nebraska graduating with an Associate’s Degree in Photography in 2002. Following her graduation from college she lived in Florida for a year returning to Clarinda to work for the Science Connection. While working at the Science Connection she was encouraged to go on a blind date attending the Sidney Rodeo and met her future partner and love of her life, David Price. Jill and David were united in marriage March 11, 2006 in Nebraska City, Nebraska. Jill welcomed David’s son Dagen Van into their family and the family was complete with the birth of Annika Mae on March 8, 2008.

Jill and David were a team in farming the Price family farm. Jill was always in the field during planting and harvesting seasons, doing the book work for the farm, helping with the livestock, cooking meals for the family and workers and taking care of the kids. Jill enjoyed being a Mom and taking great care of the family. She would always make time for family. She enjoyed coaching Annika’s Clarinda softball team for the past few years. She enjoyed watching the girls grow as a team. In the past year, she enjoyed traveling to watch Annika play on a traveling team for Savannah, Missouri. She especially enjoyed the traveling team when she could just be Mom rooting for her daughter.

Jill enjoyed cooking, gardening, being outside, and taking motorcycle trips with David. Her passion was photography and she took many, many photos. She was a joyful person and had a great sense of humor. In the last couple of years Jill enjoyed helping people with ways to improve their health.

Jill and David grew together in their faith which was very important to them. They felt that the Lord had truly blessed them with a wonderful church family at Calvary Chapel.

Preceding Jill in death were her father-in-law, Van Price; grandparents, Glen Darrell Vogel and Anita Mae (Bowenkamp) Vogel and Durward Glen Jackson and Lena (Wyckoff) Jackson.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, David Price and their children, Dagen and Annika of Clarinda, Iowa; father, Kenneth Jackson and wife Mona of College Springs, Iowa; mother, Teresa (Vogel) Jackson of Clarinda, Iowa; brother, Keith Jackson and wife Kelly of Clive, Iowa; step brother, Paul Hutt and wife Jamie of Sidney, Iowa; step sister, Andrea Brown and husband Chad of Olathe, Kansas; step brother, Ted Hutt and wife Tonya of Clarinda, Iowa; mother-in-law, Jan Price of Clarinda, Iowa; brother-in-law, Todd Price and wife Laura of Glenview, Illinois; numerous nieces and nephews; and many, many friends

Rater, Ruth Ann Feick - West Des Moines - Ruth Ann Rater was born on December 3, 1957, in Greenfield, IA, to Louis Daniel Rater and Evelyn June Feick. She joyfully jumped into the arms of Jesus at age 62 of Glioblastoma on Friday, August 21, 2020 at her residence in West Des Moines.

Ruth attended grade schools at Cumberland-Massena, Bridgewater-Fontanelle, Paton, and Stanton. She attended Jr. High and graduated from Clarinda High School in 1976.

Ruth had five siblings-including Risa Jane, Robert Daniel, RaeJean, Ronald Neal, and Ryan Daniel (Roscoe). Following high school graduation, she attended Iowa Western Community College in Clarinda and Drake University. Ruth graduated from Iowa Methodist School of Nursing in 1980.

Ruth married Richard E. Gonzalez. Their children included Geoffrey Michael, Patrick Arjen Michael, Paul Michael David, and Stephanie Ann Marie.

Ruth was a registered nurse in Obstetrics for 38 years. She worked at UnityPoint in Des Moines and Sioux City. Ruth did travel nursing at various hospitals in Texas and California from 2013-2018.

Preceding Ruth in death were her grandparents Ira and Freida Rater; Edwin and Helen Feick; parents Louis Daniel Rater and Evelyn June Rater; and brothers Robert and Ronald Rater.

Surviving Ruth are her children and grandchildren-including Geoffrey Gonzalez (Emily); Patrick (Marisha) Gonzalez, Paul Gonzalez (Jane); Stephanie Gonzalez (Kyle); grandson Leo Gonzalez, and granddaughter Sadie Gonzalez.

Also, surviving are sisters Risa Rater of Vermillion, SD and RaeJean Lepird (Tim) of Carroll; Aunt Joan Snyder of Council Bluffs, godsons Jason Feick of Fontanelle; and Jonathan Paulson, of Urbandale; special friend Brian Cahill of Live Oak, CA; in addition to extended family and friends.

Memorial services will be held at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. Due to restrictions with COVID-19, we are requesting that only immediate family attend. Time and date will be communicated separately. Burial will be at Eureka Cemetery located south of Adair.

Ruth will be remembered most for her rock-solid faith in Jesus, loving heart, and gentle spirit. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

Rawlings, Clara Mae Fishell - Clara Mae Rawlings age 96 passed through the veil on August 24, 2020 at her home in Lehi, Utah. Myrle and Bythe Fishell welcomed their first child Clara Mae into the family on November 4, 1923 at their home in Page County, Iowa. She was the first of five children. Clara Mae attended grade school in Page County and graduated from high school in New Market, Iowa.

She taught rural school in Iowa and Nebraska then concluded her teaching career at a private kindergarten in Denver, Colorado.

Her second career employed her skills as a cook at the historic Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner in Lakewood, Colorado.

She was a dedicated wife, amazing mother, wonderful homemaker and always a friend. She is survived by Phyllis Hellman (sister), her children Bill, Ken and Connie, eleven grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sweetheart Virgil and brothers Ralph, Paul and Wayne.

Clara Mae was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Viewing & funeral services were held Friday, August 28th in Lehi, Utah

Ripley, Gene -

Gene Ripley, 80, of College Springs, Iowa passed away unexpectedly in a car accident September 3, 2020. Memorial Services will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at College Springs Presbyterian Church with Reverend James Crapson officiating. Private family inurnment will be held at the Maple Hill Cemetery, College Springs, Iowa. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Clarinda, Iowa.

Gene Ripley was born November 18th, 1939 to Kenny and Patsy Ripley in Clarinda, IA.
They lived on various farms in Page and Fremont Counties. When he was 6 years old they moved to the farm north of College Springs where he grew up. He would later raise his own family on the same farm. He graduated from Amity High School in 1958.

Gene had a deep interest in farming from early in high school. He was one of 10 recipients of the American Farmer Degree, the highest degree possible, at the national FFA convention in 1961. He continued farming after high school, raising pigs, lambs and milking cows.

On June 5th, 1960 Gene was married to Joyce Davison in Shambaugh, IA. In 1961 they began their family with the birth of their daughter, Jenice. Five boys followed, Donnie, David, Doug, Philip, and Steve.

He continued the dairy until 1980 when he and Joyce sold the cows and Gene began working in the Page County Assessor’s office. Gene really enjoyed his time as Assessor and was active in the state assessor’s association, serving as president in 1992. Before long they realized they missed the herd and they began buying cows again, this time as partners. Joyce milked the cows during the week and Gene milked on weekends. They continued this partnership until 1992 when they sold the herd for good.

In 1994, he lost Joyce after a long battle with cancer.

Gene married Robin Davison May 24th, 1997 and he gained 5 more daughters.

He retired in 2003 and in his free time began attending auctions and started his “collection” of tools, tractors, and anything you could find in a $1 bucket at an auction. He enjoyed antique tractors and attended many shows all over the country.

To say that Gene had the gift of gab would be an understatement. His passion was socializing with others and he never knew a stranger. He enjoyed morning coffee and sometimes attended as many as 5 different groups from College Springs to Bradyville and Clarinda.

Gene was very active in the community. He was a long time member of the Masonic Lodge in Blanchard and later Siam. He was an active board member of the Tarkio Valley Antique Tractor Club and helped to organize tractor drives and was active in many other clubs, committees, and boards.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Kenny and Patsy Ripley; wife, Joyce; sons David and Steve; mother and father in law Lain and Pearl Davison; mother and father in law Lyle Davison and Ikie Lane; sister, Mary Kay Sunderman; sisters in law, Patricia Whip and Rita Ripley; and brother in law, John McCowen.

Gene is survived by his wife Robin Ripley; daughter Jenice (Jon) Schultheis of Carmel, CA; sons Donnie (Maria) Ripley of Uvalde, TX; Doug (Kristin Quarles) Ripley of Woodstock, GA; Philip (Barb) Ripley of Clarinda, IA; step daughters Allyson (David) Bendorf of Harlan, IA; Alissa (Tommy) Hughes of Council Bluffs; Amanda (Scott) Adams of Glennville, GA; Amy (James) Dunnavant of Caldwell, ID; Abby (Rob) Walker of Glennville, GA; daughters-in-law, Carla Musch of Roach, MO and Mia Goodwin of Weston, MO; 45 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; sister Barb McCowen of Oakland, IA; brothers Jim (Cherilyn) Ripley, and Bill Ripley of College Springs, IA; brothers in law Lowell (Patsy) Davison of rural Clarinda, Dewey (Paula) Davison of Port St. Lucie, FL; Eddie Davison of Warsaw, MO; Skip (Annie) Davison of College Springs, IA; Brad (Deanna) Davison of Winchecster, KS; many nieces, nephews and friends

Runyan, Marvin Dean - Marvin Runyan, 68, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at his residence rural Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, September 28, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m./ Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the funeral home. Interment will be held at the Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Marvin Dean Runyan was born August 4th, 1952 in Clarinda, Iowa to Clinton Runyan and Dorothy (Williams) Runyan. He grew up on a farm in the New Market area. He attended Country School and the New Market schools graduating from New Market High School with the class of 1970. After High School, Marv graduated from the American Institute of Business (AIB) where he made lifelong friends and great memories.

Marv retired from NSK/AKS Corporation in Clarinda after 34 years where he enjoyed retirement around golfing, fishing and travel with his family. He enjoyed farming and country living but held his family above all. He lived his life with a huge heart and was always there to show love and support to others.

Marv was a loving and caring father and husband who will be missed by all who knew him. Marv and Brooke shared a special bond and a love that only a dad and daughter can share, his big bear hugs and singing silent night will be sorely missed.

Preceding Marv in death were his parents Clinton and Dorothy Runyan; brother, Warren Runyan; brother, Bob Runyan and sister-in-law, Patty Runyan.

Marv is survived by his wife, Betty Runyan; daughter, Brooke Campbell (Boone); step sons, Darin (Jean), Dave, and Doug Holste; five step grandchildren; one step great grandchild; brother, Curt Runyan; nieces; nephews and many friends

Stiverson, Pamela Kay "Pam" - Pamela Kay Stiverson (Pam) was born in Iowa city on April 6th, 1959, to Donald and Joan (Ware) Stiverson, along with siblings Tammy and Eldon. Donald and Joan divorced and later he married Annette (Ann) bringing Carroll and Donna from her previous marriage. Donald and Ann together had Michael. She entered into peace at her home surrounded by friends & family on July 18th, 2020.

Pam was raised by her grandparents due to Don being in the service.

Pam was a fun-loving child, who would tease and fun around with her siblings. She started school in New Market Iowa until transferring to Clarinda Iowa for extra help in Special Education. Pam never knew an enemy she loved everyone and wanted to be friends. She helped her grandmother in the kitchen with the meals, cleaning and helping prepare food from the garden. One of Pam’s favorite things to make was apple dumplings, and another was making gravy. Her grandmother also taught her how to make granny squares for an Afghan. She loved several small handcrafts to help pass her time. Adult coloring was one of those as well as playing cards and dominoes.

Pam loved going to the football games but hated picking up things after the games. Cleaning up the football field area was something they did every game night with their grandfather.

She loved being able to go to her Dad and Moms home during the summer, and spending time with her brother Mike. Mike was her joy, and she loved helping him do things and always held his hand even when he may not have needed it.

Her favorite hobbies were, collecting anything Elvis Presley, dancing and singing in the choir. Since coming back home to Clarinda in 2017 Pam became an active member of the Shambaugh Church Of God where she insisted on cleaning the Church (because she said “I know how to do that very well Pastor Willy!”) She also took part in Christmas programs, teaching the little children, working in the kitchen at youth camp for both the children and teen camp, and was a part of the S.C.O.G. Women’s Ministries.

Her main goal and the love of her life was being Aunt Pam to all the children. Never having any of her own she became Aunt Pam to all the children around. They were her pride and joy.

She is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, sister Donna, Brother Carroll and many other family members. Left to cherish her are her brother Eldon & wife Brenda of Red Oak IA., sister Tammy of Shenandoah IA., brother Michael & wife Kim of Texas. Many other family members and friends.

Stogdill, Dale E. - Dale E. Stogdill, son of Darrell Mason and Eula Mamie (Baucom) Stogdill, was born on November 17, 1950 in Thurman, Iowa. He passed away on September 1, 2020 at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa.

His early years were spent in Thurman, Iowa until the age of five when the family moved to Imogene, Iowa. Growing up he worked as a farmhand for Dean Maher, Mt. Arbor Nursery and a dishwasher/waiter for Herks Café. He graduated from Farragut High School with the Class of 1968.

In 1970, he was drafted into the United States Army. From 1970 to 1972 he served in the U.S. Army reaching the rank of Sergeant First Class. Then from 1977 until 1988 he was a Drill Instructor / Tanker. During this time, he also worked at Eaton's Corporation until his retirement in 1988.

Dale was married several times; Bonnie Kalkas (1970-1980), Bessie Ellis (1990-2004), Gloria Stogdill (2006 until her death in 2013) and Jean Stogdill (2015-Current).

Dale was a member of the Shenandoah American Legion Post 88, Shenandoah Men's Golf Committee and served as President of the Omaha Amputee Golf Association. He enjoyed hunting, golfing, fishing, riding his motorcycle and above all else chasing women and hoping he would catch them.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents: Darrell and Eula Stogdill, brothers: Gilbert Stogdill, Carl Stogdill, Virgil Stogdill, Robert Stogdill, Ronnie Stogdill, Richard Stogdill, Larry Stogdill, Marvin Stogdill, Roy Stogdill and Lyle Stogdill, sisters: Velma Boyer, Marjorie Mattox and Karen Powell. He is survived by his children: Clinton "Grizz" Stogdill of Shenandoah, Dale, Jr. of Shenandoah, Dawn Stogdill of Palm Coast, Florida and Amber Mutchler of Shenandoah, stepson: Greg (Lisa) Allumbaugh of Shenandoah, grandchildren: Chase Stogdill and Jager Mutchler, step-grandchildren: Gabriel, Lane and Jacob Allumbaugh, sister: Leona Chaney of Scotts Bluff, NE, brothers: Jack Stogdill of Council Bluffs and Alan Stogdill of Shenandoah, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Memorial Graveside Service will be held 11:30 am, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at the Thurman Cemetery in Thurman, Iowa with military rites provided by the Shenandoah American Legion Color Guard. Memorials may be directed to the Patriot Guard Riders

David Allen Terry, son of David Arlin Terry, Sr and Colleen Elizabeth Good, was born on June 12, 1970 in Shenandoah, Iowa.  He unexpectedly left this world on Sunday night, July 19, 2020 near Waubonsie State Park in Fremont County, Iowa, far too soon at the age of 50 years, 1 month, 7 days.

A memorial visitation for David will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2020 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the funeral home with the family present.  Please follow social distancing regulations, wear a mask and be safe.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are being directed to the family.   The family does have a "Go Fund Me" page to help with David's sudden loss.  The link to that page is:  https://gf.me/u/yhhsz9    David's family thanks each and everyone of you for the outpouring of support and compassion shown to them at this difficult time.

All of David's life was spent in Shenandoah.  He grew up in Shenandoah where he attended the Shenandoah Community Schools, graduating from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1988. He worked as a heavy equipment operator.  

David lived a very full life.  On February 14, 1993, he married his soulmate, Linda Peery, at the First Baptist Church in Shenandoah.  Their love was very strong.  He had a heart of gold and was a family man.  David was a wonderful loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.  He was always supportive.

He was a strong lover of Jesus Christ and had a deep relationship with his Lord and Savior.  David had a warm smile and had a way of lighting up the room.  He cared a lot for others and was always doing things to help people.  He held his grandkids close to his heart. He would go out of his way to see them smile.  He found such joy in playing with his grandkids.  He enjoyed taking them on hikes, riding around the yard on the mower, telling them stories, sitting by the fire, and so much more.  

David was such a gift to this world with the purest heart and soul.  Anyone who knew him was so fortunate, he was the most kind, decent man we've ever known.  He had such an imagination and was so creative and talented.  He had a  deep passion for music. Many of the  songs he listened to personally spoke to him.  He enjoyed writing songs of his own about his Lord and Savior.

He loved nature and traveling.  David wanted to see all of God's glorious creations and was always so in awe of the beauty around him. One of his favorite things to do was travel with his wife.  They always enjoyed spending time together and were never apart. He loved to take photos on their various trips.  He also liked to have his kids and grandkids over for fires and hot tub time in the backyard.  He had a passion for cooking and loved to cook for the whole family.  He would come up with new recipes all the time. Harley Davidsons, astronomy, researching history, camping, hiking, writing, art and riding his Harley were also a big part of who he was and what he enjoyed.

Most important to him was his family. He was always encouraging  and so proud of his kids.  He loved to talk about his kids and grandkids to everyone.  David left an everlasting impression on his wife, children and grandchildren in ways that will never be understood or put into words.  He is so very loved and missed.  He will be held in his family's hearts forever as a treasure.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda Terry; four children, Dustin Terry, Gabriel Terry, Noelle Terry and Jacob Terry; three grandchildren, Logan Terry, Ashleigh Reed and Estella Reed and a fourth on the way in February 2021; two sons-in-law, Mikey Tillman and Issaih Reed; two daughters-in-law, Amy Terry and Faith Killin; mother, Colleen Good and brothers, Matt Good and Aaron Good; father, David Terry, Sr; and brothers, Justin Terry and Josh Terry; many uncles, aunts and cousins; other relatives and many friends. David spent his last day doing his favorite things with the family he loved so much

Leland James Tillman, son of Darwin and Letha (Linquist) Tillman, was born on October 24, 1933, on the family farm near Essex in Page County, Iowa.  He entered into rest on July 19, 2020 at Elms Heights Care Center in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 86 years, 8 months, 25 days.

A celebration of life memorial service for Lee will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10:30 am at the Fremont Lutheran Church at Nyman.  There will be open calling at the funeral home beginning at 12:00 pm, Tuesday, July 21, 2020 and ending at 6:00 pm Tuesday evening.  The family will not be present during these hours.  Inurnment will take place in the Mount Hope Cemetery.  Memorials in Lee's name are being directed to the Shenandoah Food Pantry.  

In his earlier years, he attended Excelsior Country School and High Prairie Country School where he would ride a horse to school.  He went on to attend Essex High School where he graduated with the class of 1952.  After high school he enlisted into the U.S. Army where he served from December 7, 1953 until December 6, 1955 and received the National Defense Medal.

On October 14, 1954, Leland was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Drake at the Essex Presbyterian Church. They temporarily made their home in Belton, Texas until moving back to Essex where they farmed.  They moved into Essex in 1975, where they have lived since.

A couple of years after serving in the military he worked for a veterinarian by the name of Dr. R.L. Williamson before he went on to be a farmer until the day he was called home.

Leland was active in his community by serving on the Farmers Telephone board, the local saddle club, and the Essex Community Club. He also served on the Fremont Lutheran Church board and the Mt. Hope Cemetery board.  Leland was proud to have served as the Essex Labor Day Grand Marshall in 2013, along with his wife, Pat.

His hobbies were the love of horses and farming, watching the Nebraska Cornhuskers play football, going to the Sidney Rodeo, and watching his favorite television show “Gunsmoke.”

Preceding Leland in death were his parents Darwin and Letha Tillman. He is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Pat Tillman; two children, Jeannine Liljedahl and husband Ernie and Tim Tillman and wife Susie, all of Essex; four grandchildren, Shelby Tillman of Kansas City, KS;  Trent Tillman and Karlee, Kaleb Tillman and wife Bethann, all of Essex, IA, Chelsea Ewigman and husband Tony of Kearney, MO; four great grandchildren Brayden Tillman, Brenna Bontrager, Shelby Auten, and Braelyn Auten; brother, Kenneth Tillman and Delores of Lake Ridge, VA;  along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; other relatives and many friends

Wagoner, Lynn Miller Herzberg - Lynn Wagoner, 94, of Clarinda, Iowa entered into peace Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, August 21, 2020 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Mitchel Schuessler officiating. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home prior to the service. Interment will be held at the Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Mary Lynn Herzberg Wagoner, age 94, passed peacefully to her eternal home on August 18, 2020, at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa while surrounded by her family. Lynn, the name Mary Lynn preferred to be known as, was the only child of Theodore and Pearl Miller of Coffey, Missouri. They welcomed her into the world on August 25, 1925.

After growing up in Shenandoah and Clarinda, Lynn graduated from Clarinda High School in 1944. Following graduation, she moved to California with two girlfriends and volunteered with the USO. A talented pianist, Lynn also attended Texas Christian University and the Kansas City Music Conservatory.

After returning to Clarinda, Lynn met her future husband Leland Herzberg at the local skating rink. They married on July 9, 1948 and went on to have three children; Pamela, Marlin and Gordon. Leland passed away in November 1974. Lynn married her second husband Floyd Wagoner of Clarinda IA on December 30, 1979.

With her musical gift, Lynn faithfully served St John’s Lutheran Church as principal organist/pianist for more than 35 years. She added to those years playing in a part time capacity. Lynn also taught piano and organ for several years. Lynn also worked at the Clarinda Mental Health Institute and Allen Monument.

In her free time, Lynn loved to quilt, crochet and knit. Lynn was a prolific quilter and many of her colorful quilts now reside with friends and family. She also enjoyed playing cards with her friends, taking walks, riding bike and family vacations throughout the US. Lynn and Leland also took a trip to Europe when Pam's family lived in Germany.

Her husbands Leland and Floyd, her parents and son-in-law Tim Tritsch, preceded Lynn in death. She is survived by daughter Pamela Tritsch of Kalamazoo, Michigan., sons Marlin Herzberg of Eagan, Minnesota., and Gordon Herzberg of Shenandoah, Iowa., grandchildren Tina Tritsch of Miami, Florida., Tracee (Josh) Cook of Kalamazoo Michigan., Todd Tritsch of Denver, Colorado., and Tara Smith of Kalamazoo, Michigan, great grandchildren Payton Davis, Tatum Gravatt, Gannon Gravatt, Logann Johnson, Karsyn Johnson of Kalamazoo, Michigan and Sophia Tritsch of Denver, Colorado. Also surviving are sister-in-laws Evelyn Herzberg, Bertha Jensen, Nelda Herzberg, brother-in-laws Bill Henske, Walt Herzberg, Ben Herzberg and numerous nieces and nephews

James (Jim) Le Roy White, 81, of Shenandoah, Iowa passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 of natural causes at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah.   Jim was born to the late Jesse Lawrence White and Wanda Twila (Shook) White in Deer Creek Township (rural Strahan, Iowa) on December 30, 1938.

He attended high school in Tabor, Iowa.  On July 19, 1959, Jim was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Glasgo.  They were blessed with three children, Christa L. White, James (Jay) White, and Brenda M. White.

On January 20, 1958, Jim enlisted in the Army and served 10 plus years.  He was stationed in Germany on several occasions and Fort Hood, Texas.  He was honorably discharged on March 28, 1968 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

On June 23, 1985, Jim was united in marriage to Margaret Ann (Stark) White in Sidney, Iowa.  They made Shenandoah their home with the exception of the ten years they lived in Springdale, Arkansas.  Jim worked his whole life as a diesel mechanic and heavy equipment mechanic.  He retired from Anderson Excavating of Omaha, Nebraska.

Preceding Jim in death were his parents; wife Margaret, and sister, Constance White.  Survivors include his three children, Christa L. White, Jay White and Brenda Achenbach and husband, Michael; Margaret's son, Greg Stark and wife Rosie of Essex, IA; six siblings, Marion White of Omaha, NE, Ester White of Colorado, Lawrence White and wife Linda, Ethel Anita White, Steve White and wife Pat and Deborah Boren and husband Mike, all of Tabor, IA;  four grandchildren, Jesse Ray Sparks, Tosha Stalder, Tory Stalder and Sara Biel; seven great grandchildren, Riley, Chyane, Georgia, Camdyn, Piper, Landon and Tessa, close family friends Cathy and Manning Paez; other relatives and friends.

Memorial graveside services with military honors will be held on Friday, September 4, 2020 at 9:00 am at the Omaha National Cemetery, 14250 Schram Rd, Omaha, NE 68138 at the committal shelter.  Rosie Stark will give words of comfort.  Columbarium inurnment will take place following the service.  Open visitation at the funeral home will take place from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 3, 2020.   Memorials in Jim's name are being directed to the family.  Professional services and arrangements are entrusted to Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service in Shenandoah.  

Thank you, Jim, for your service.

White, Robert - Aug 2, 1936 - Sep 10, 2020 died Indianapolis, Indiana - no services