Norris, Robert Thomas - Robert Thomas Norris was born February 22, 1942 at Baltimore, MD to Thomas Martin Norris and Evelyn Sophia Straub Norris. He passed away Saturday morning, February 27, 2010 at Creighton Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 68.
Robert spent a good deal of his life in the military reserves and the United States Army, retiring from the US Army in 2002. He and his wife, Pat, moved to Bedford to be near their daughter.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Evelyn.
He is survived by his wife, Pat, of Bedford, IA; son, Rob Norris of Baltimore, MD; daughter, Cynthia Johnson of Bedford and her children Stephanie, Rebecca, Angela, Brianna and Grace; and brothers Raymond, Martin and Dennis.
Memorial services with military rites will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2010 at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel-Bedford. There is no scheduled visitation and memorials may be given in his honor.
Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Bedford, is in charge of arrangements.

Norris, Theola Natalie Hardee - Funeral services for Theola Norris, age 84 of Bedford, who died Monday, June 18, 2007, at the Bedford Nursing & Rehab Center were held Friday, June 22, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home. Burial was held in the Bedford City Cemetery.

Theola Natalie (Hardee) Norris was the youngest child born December 16, 1922, in Nodaway, Iowa to Walter Hardee and Amy Gertrude (Hays) Hardee. She grew up attending grade school in Nodaway, graduating from the Villisca High School with the Class of 1942. On December 6, 1947, she was united in marriage to Gerald C. Norris. This loving union was blessed with the birth of two children, Connie Roberta and Ronnie Lee.

Theola was a loving mother who nurtured everyone, including several neighborhood children for whom she babysat. She worked as a waitress in various restaurants for over thirty years, making many lifelong friendships with fellow employees and customers along the way. Theola was an active member of the Bedford American Legion Auxiliary for over fifty-four years, holding several offices within the organization, including being Chairman of the Poppy Sales. She was also active in the membership drives and the collection of hospital equipment. Theola was a H-U-G-E Elvis Presley fan. She loved country music and collecting salt and pepper shakers. She was an avid reader of Danielle Steele novels, and enjoyed watching professional wrestling, Wheel of Fortune and the Nebraska Cornhuskers on television. Above all, Theola was dearly loved and lived for her family. She worked hard and made many sacrifices over the years for her children and extended family and friends.

Left to cherish Theola’s memory are her loving and devoted children Connie Gilreath and husband Bart; and Ronnie Norris all of Bedford; a sister-in-law, Lena Rinehart of Mission, Texas; and a very special ‘Grand-dog Gusto’ along with several nieces, nephews relatives and friends.

Preceding Theola in death are her parents Walter and Amy Hardee; her husband Gerald in 1991; two sisters, Thelma Sparks in 2000; and Trevia Young in 2001; a brother Truman Hardee in 2002; and a special nephew, Carroll Young in 2005.

Momma ~
Thank you for being our MOM ~ you will live in our hearts forever!

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Nicholson, June Arlene Eigenheer - Funeral services for June Nicholson, age 84, of Lenox, who died Saturday, August 8, 2009 at the Lenox Care Center will be held Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be held Monday from 3 to 7 with the family greeting friends from 5 to 7 at the funeral home. Interment will be held in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox

June Arlene (Eigenheer) Nicholson was born June 21, 1925 the daughter of Frank Eigenheer and Lillie (Powell) Eigenheer at her parent’s rural home in Adams County. She was raised in rural Adams County attending school, graduating from the Corning High School with the Class of 1943. After graduation, June went to work at Barker Implement as a bookkeeper for several years. On February 8, 1948, she as united in marriage to Alford “Nick” Nicholson. To this loving union two daughters were born, Kristina and Darla.

June was a devoted farm wife and mother, helping Nick on the farm in her own way by selling eggs, cream and chickens. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren participate in various sports activities. She was always ready for a “game of marbles”. She also enjoyed gardening, bowling and sewing. June was truly a very loving person. She was always there with a smile and a kind encouraging word for anyone in need. She supported community activities throughout her life.

In May of 2008, June entered the Lenox Care Center where she found many old friends and made many new friends. She considered the loving staff as a second family.

Left to cherish June’s memory are her loving husband of sixty-one years, Alford “Nick” Nicholson of Lenox; two daughters, Kristina Berg and husband Mark of Grimes; and Darla Hartzler and husband Bob of Ames; a brother, Duane Eigenheer and wife Noretta of Norwalk; two sisters, Ila Lincoln of Osage; and Bonnie Kirk of Adel; two brother-in-laws, George Bothell of Prescott and Jack Refer of Lenox; four grandchildren, Matthew Harvey and wife Emilie; Brianne Day and husband Joe; Alice and Abby Hartzler; three great-grandchildren, Paige and Hannah Harvey and Jackson Day; plus many nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors.

Preceding June in death are her parents Frank and Lillie Eigenheer; two sisters, Lois Bothell and Betty Refer and one brother-in-law, Tom Lincoln.

The family of June Nicholson wishes to express their gratitude for all the acts of kindness shown to them in their time of sorrow.

The invite you to share a lunch following the graveside services at the United Presbyterian Church.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Nicholson, Randolph "Randy" Scott - Memorial services for Randy Nicholson, age 51 of St. Joseph, Missouri, formerly of Bedford, who died Sunday, October 21, 2007 at his parents home south of Bedford were held Tuesday evening, October 23, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford.

Randolph “Randy” Scott Nicholson was born November 26, 1955, in Clarinda, Iowa, the son of Robert Wendell Nicholson and Lilly Joan (Ginn) Nicholson. He grew up loving nature and living on the family farm, graduating from the Bedford High School with the Class of 1974. He worked for a short time in a lumber yard and then attended Southwestern Community College in Creston where he obtained his Associates Degree in Applied Science and Electronics Technology. In the early 1980’s, Randy then entered the United States Air Force where he was stationed in Alexandria, Louisiana and at the England Air Force Base where he worked on Weapons Control Systems on the A10 Aircraft. He then moved to Alaska where he loved living with all of the animals and beautiful landscapes working as an Electronics Technician. Randy returned to the area working in various factories as a Maintenance Technician, however, his last job at Cryovac in St. Joseph, Missouri was the job he enjoyed most, working there from 2001 until his fight with cancer forced him to stop. Randy moved home to the family farm in May of 2007, to be closer to his family and nature. His brother, Jeff, and his fiancé Julie, and his sister, Deb, came often, and spent many hours reminiscing.

Randy enjoyed being outdoors and was a true lover of nature. He spent time taking pictures of old barns and other things that interested him. Randy had the ability to fix old radios. He was a football fan and a ‘diehard’ Kansas City Chief supporter. He was also fond of his pickup truck and enjoyed occasional four-wheeling. His family, however, was most important to him and he looked forward to the weekly Sunday dinners at his parent’s home.

Left to cherish Randy’s memory are his parents, Robert and Joan Nicholson, of Bedford; a sister, Deb Neve and husband Steve of Creston; a brother, Jeff Nicholson of Hopkins and his fiancé, Julie Bott of Council Bluffs, Iowa; a sister-in-law, Jeanne Nicholson of Bedford; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Preceding Randy in death is an infant brother, Allen Carter Nicholson; his older brother, Terry Lee Nicholson; and a nephew, Jack Neve.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Nelson, Ronald "Ronnie" Dean - Graveside memorial services for Ronnie Nelson, age 71, formerly of Lenox, who died Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Ringgold County Hospital in Mount Ayr will be held Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the East Fairview Cemetery in Lenox.

Ronald (Ronnie) Dean Nelson was born in Adams County, Iowa on February 13, 1938 the son of Leeman Elmo Nelson and Ethel Lena (Williams) Nelson. Ronnie lived in the Lenox area most of his life. On June 20, 1956 he was united in marriage to Madelene Timperley in Lenox, Iowa. To this loving union two children were born, Selina and Gerald.

Ronnie was a trucker and farmed for many years until a stroke in 1995 made him unable to continue working. He was a true people person who always had a joke or story to share with everyone . . . . and one for every occasion! You always knew where you stood with Ronnie. He enjoyed the outdoors and was a true lover of the land. He took great pride in his gardening and tending his orchard, as long as his health permitted him to do so. Ronnie also enjoyed hunting pheasants and coons when it was possible. His family was his true passion and he loved being involved in their lives. Ronnie always looked forward to eating and family get-togethers. He had a special dog named “Peaches” who was a regular visitor to the hospitals and nursing home. Ronnie was a member of the Borderline Motorcycle Club and International Retreads, serving as Area 4 Zone Leader.

Left to cherish Ronnie’s memory are his loving wife of fifty-three years, Madelene Nelson of Corning; two children, Selina (James) O’Connor of Blockton; and Gerald (Vickie) Nelson of Brooks; seven grandchildren, Poe (Melissa) O’Connor, Billy Jack O’Connor; James Bub (Lizza) O’Connor, Leena (Bill) Hightshoe, Sammi Jo O’Connor, Rachel (Zach) Gray and Leeman Nelson; six great-grandchildren, Brenda, Jimmie, William, Brett, Braxton and Bridgette; four step-great-grandchildren, Jessica, Brysen, Brenden and Paytan; two sisters Lela (Paul) Duke of Gresham, Oregon; and Betty Yount of Monticello, Iowa; along with many other family members and friends.

Preceding Ronnie in death are his parents, Leeman and Ethel Nelson; and seven brothers Lyle, Dale, Marvin and George; also Larry, Norman and Howard who all died at infancy; and one great-grandson, Ethan who also died at infancy.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Neuhardt, Mable Elizabeth Franklin Sanburn - Funeral services for Mable E. Neuhardt, age 98 of Clarinda, Iowa, formerly of Lenox, Iowa, who died Sunday, November 18, 2007 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa will be held Friday, November 23, 2007 at 2:00.p.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home, Lenox with Reverend Gerry Kahler officiating. Visitation with the family will be held.1-2 p.m., Friday prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in West Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa.

Mable Elizabeth Franklin Sanburn Neuhardt was born February 12, 1909 on a farm 2 miles east of Lenox, Iowa. She was the daughter of Earl and Bessie (Litteer) Franklin. Mable grew up around and in Lenox going to country school and graduating from Lenox High School with the class of 1927. She started driving a car when she was eleven. For her first drivers license she sent 50 cents to Des Moines; a test was not required.

Mable was married to Lee Sanburn on September 11, 1928 at Corning, Iowa. Two children were born to this union, Jean and Earl. They lived on farms north and south of Lenox. Mable was a member of the Lenox Methodist Church. She spent all but six years of her life around or in Lenox.

Mable married Joe Neuhardt on January 1, 1968. They traveled some and enjoyed going with the Snow Mobile Club. Mable wrote the Merle Junction news for the Lenox Time Table in the late 40’s and early 50’s. In later years she wrote Party Line for the Lenox paper.

Mable was a housewife, telephone operator and waitress. She transported many people to airports, Doctor’s appointments and other appointments. Mable was very proud of Lenox. She never wanted her children to forget their roots.

Mable is survived by her daughter, Jean Moore and husband Marty of Clarinda, Iowa; son, Earl Sanburn and wife Jane of Wickenburg, Arizona; five grandchildren, Marilyn Shore of Clarinda, Iowa, Jeff Moore of San Diego, California; Terri Pierce of Stapleton, Nebraska, Tracy Sanburn of Stapleton, Nebraska, Cody Sanburn of Lincoln, Nebraska; eight great grandchildren, Josh Kuipers, Seth Kuipers, Lance Moore, Lindsey Eulate, Shay Kuipers, Estee Moore, Aidan Sanburn and Kade Sanburn; five great, great grandchildren, Trey Kuipers, Ethan Kuipers, Jesse Eulate,Taylor Owens; former daughter-in-law, Carolyn Sanburn of Lenox, Iowa.

Preceding Mable in death were her parents; parents-in-laws; husband, Lee Sanburn (1964); husband, Joe Neuhardt (1991).

Mable will be remembered as a loving mother
and grandmother who always had time for her beloved grandchildren.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Neumeyer, Richard Arthur - Funeral services for Richard Neumeyer, age 84 of Bedford, who died Sunday, May 7, 2006 at Creighton Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska were held Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 10:30.m. at the United Methodist Church in Bedford with Reverend William Ballard officiating. Interment with military rites accorded by the John F. Hardin American Legion Post No. 164 were held in the Hopkins Cemetery.

Richard Arthur Neumeyer was born May 17, 1921, in Polk Township, Taylor County, Iowa the son of Henry Elmer Neumeyer and Constance A. (Florea) Neumeyer. He grew up attending rural schools to the eighth grade and then went to work as a hired man in the High Prairie Community. In 1940, he went to work for his future father-in-law, Bruce Clymens. In January of 1943, Richard answered the call to serve his country by entering the United States Army, he and a bunch of other men loaded up in front of the Taylor County Courthouse late one January evening and headed off to serve their country, taking their training in Fort Warren, Wyoming. Richard was soon sent overseas to Greenland where he served for three years during World War II with the Quartermaster Corps. Upon his discharge in January of 1946, he returned to the area where he again worked as a hired man. Now, when Richard first went to work for Edra’s father she was a junior in high school, upon his return from the service, she had graduated high school and was teaching in the Valley School Neighborhood. On May 25, 1947, Richard was united in marriage to Edra Clymens at the United Methodist Church in Bedford.

Soon after their marriage the couple rented some land near the school Edra was teaching at and began farming. In those days, the farming began on a shoestring – they had been given a jersey cow from Edra’s father and a shorthorn cow from Richard’s father, and that, along with some borrowed machinery, and they were off and running on their farming and cattle career! In the 1950’s they moved east of Bedford where they farmed for ten years and in the 60’s they were finally able to purchase their own 171 acres north of Bedford known as the McDowell farm in Marshall Township, located 1½ miles west of the county home. Together they would farm this land, raising cattle and hogs and enjoying the good life. In 1987, Richard suffed health problems, having open heart surgery, and it was then he and Edra decided to retire and move into town, purchasing their current home in Bedford in 1990. Always a ‘farmer at heart’ Richard continued to mow his lawn and tend his garden in the true farmer’s way. He meticulously taking care of his lawn, garden and the beloved John Deere equipment! Although Richard and Edra had no children of their own, they truly enjoyed their nieces and nephews. During Edra’s teaching years, Richard loved to hear the tales about the children at school, he seemed to thoroughly enjoy sharing in their lives.

Richard was a life time member of the Taylor County Historical Society; a member of the Bedford United Methodist Church; past member of the Gravity Fire Department and the Taylor County Conservation Club. He was also a member of the Taylor County Farm Bureau and the John F. Hardin American Legion Post No. 164. Richard was a Mason and a member of the Plumb Masonic Lodge No. 285 A.F. and A.M., located in Siam. For many years, Richard and Edra loved belonging to the Gravity Promenades Square Dancing Club. Together with their friends they shared many dances and good memories. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as gathering Indian artifacts.

Left to cherish Richard’s memory are his loving wife of 59 years, Edra Neumeyer of Bedford; three brothers, Sidney Neumeyer of Bonners Ferry, Idaho; George Neumeyer of Hopkins, Missouri; and Howard Neumeyer of Caldwell, Idaho; along with many nieces, nephews and a whole community of friends.

Preceding Richard in death were his parents Henry and Constance Neumeyer; a brother Jason Neumeyer; and two sisters, Verna McDonald and Louise Archer.

May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn Richard’s passing.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Nelson, Irene Mae Miller - Funeral services for Irene Nelson, age 85, of Lenox, who died Sunday, April 5, 2009 at the Alegent Health Mercy Hospital in Corning will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Lenox. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3 to 7 with the family greeting friends from 5 to 7. Interment will be held in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox.

Irene Mae (Miller) Nelson was born August 20, 1923, in Prescott, Iowa to Ralph Edgar Miller and Elsie Mae (Wilmeth) Miller. She grew up in the Prescott area graduating from the Prescott High School with the Class of 1942. She was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Lyle Leeman Nelson, on June 27, 1942 in Nebraska City, Nebraska. The couple was blessed with the birth of three children, Gary Eugene, Marcia Jean and Dennis Ray. Lyle went into the service and Irene lived with his parents in Lenox until his discharge. After he returned to Lenox the couple farmed in the Lenox area until 1961 when the family moved into town. The couple continued to farm until Lyle passed away on March 22, 1992. Irene continued living in Lenox until a stroke forced her to move into the Lenox Care Center in June of 2008.

Over the years Irene had been active with the Lenox American Legion Auxiliary and numerous card clubs. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and active with the UMW as well as various church activities when her children were younger. She was involved as a Red Cross Volunteer and enjoyed helping out at Taylor Ridge and at the Lenox Care Center with Bingo and other activities. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and had done seamstress work over the years. She also enjoyed bowling. She was always willing to put other people’s needs ahead of her own. Irene’s family was her life and she always looked forward to attending her kids and grandkids sports activities. She was always ‘up for a family gathering’ and if it involved food and baking, it was even better for her!

Left to cherish Irene’s memory are her three children, Gary Eugene Nelson and wife Karolyn of Creston; Marcia Jean Kozeliski and husband Richard of Des Moines; and Dennis Ray Nelson and wife Charme of Lenox; a sister Marilyn Dailey and husband Jim of Des Moines; a brother-in-law Don Miller of Durant, Iowa; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren, along with many other family relatives and friends.

Preceding Irene in death were her parents, Ralph and Elsie Miller; her loving husband Lyle in 1992; a brother Francis Miller; three sisters Margaret Kilgore, Gladys Porter and Jean Miller; and one grandson, Dustin Lyle Nelson.

Although Irene will be greatly missed, her love and inspiration will live on through her family.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Nally, Ashley Renee - Funeral services for Ashley Nally, age 21 of Bedford who died as the result of a car accident on Friday, January 14, 2005 were held on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bedford High School Gymnasium. Visitation was held at the funeral home on Monday from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Interment was held at the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford.

Ashley Renee Nally was born May 24, 1983, in Corning, Iowa, the daughter of Dan and Cindy Nally, sister to Jeremy Nally.

Ashley lived in Blockton, Iowa throughout her childhood years, and attended school at the Bedford Community Schools. During high school, Ashley and her family moved to a new house outside of Bedford. Ashley graduated from Bedford High School in 2002. She continued her education at Northwest Missouri State University, in Maryville, Missouri, where she was working toward a double major in Elementary Education and Special Education. She absolutely loved children and especially enjoyed teaching them and helping them learn new things. Her studies included a lot of classroom time where she was consistently praised about how well she worked with the children. Ashley was a junior at Northwest and was planning to graduate in the fall of 2006.

Throughout her school years, Ashley was involved in and dedicated to many school activities and athletics. She was active in volleyball, basketball, track, and softball. She also took dance at the Jean Blair Dance Studio in Bedford for fifteen years. Ashley excelled in all of these and won awards and honors too many to mention. Her competitive spirit was evident to anyone who watched her play. But more than any of that, she loved the time that she spent with her teammates on and off the court, field, or track.

Ashley was said, by her friends, to be the “organizer” when it came to spending time together. The “queen of sleep overs” always had a plan for everyone and it usually included about ten girls spending the night at her house. Ashley and her friends always made the time they spent together a fun time. Fortunately, they often left evidence of their fun on videotapes, which are now used as entertainment for her family.

Even with a schedule full of school activities and friends, Ashley found time to earn her way in the world. Ashley was always babysitting for someone or cleaning houses. She was also employed at MG Machining during her senior year of high school. She also worked part-time at Godfather’s Pizza.

Ashley truly enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. Whether it was playing games, eating out, or cleaning and organizing their homes. She had so much energy that people often asked her if she could ever just “sit down.” She could usually be found in a cute sweat suit (that she just had to have) and a ponytail in her hair. One of her newest hobbies was playing with her nephew, Micah. She was always able to make him laugh.

Ashley continued her athletic career at Northwest Missouri State University where she was a member of the Track and Field team for three years. During this time, Ashley created many new friendships and bonds with new teammates and coaches.

While running track at Northwest, she met Jason Starnes, who would soon become the love of her life, best friend, and fiancé. While on a trip to visit Jason’s family in Texas, they secretly purchased a new puppy, Tucker. In December of 2003, they were engaged to be married while on a weekend trip to Kansas City for Christmas. The date was set for June 11, 2005. Jason and Ashley purchased a home in Bedford, Iowa, where she quickly began decorating, organizing, and cleaning her own home, as well as planning a very pink wedding.

Ashley was loved by a large family, many friends, classmates, and teammates. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Left to cherish Ashley’s memory are her parents, Dan and Cindy Nally, brother, Jeremy Nally, sister-in-law, Erin Nally, nephew, Micah Nally, fiancé, Jason Starnes, grandparents, Dave and LuElla Nally, Glenna Mae Weed, great-grandfather, Glen Lock, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and loved ones.

Preceding Ashley in death is her grandfather Marven Weed, great grandparents, Wilma Lock, Lonnie and Gertrude Weed, Kenneth and Emily Thomas, Norvel and Alice Nally, uncle, David Nally, aunt, Marla Mae Weed, and friend Shawna Zech.

May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn Ashley’s passing.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Nash, Dorothy Charlotte Snyder - Funeral services for Dorothy Nash, age 97 of Sheridan, Missouri, who died Monday, June 2, 2008 at St. Francis Hospital in Maryville, Missouri were held Saturday, June 7, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford, Iowa. Interment was held in the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford.

Dorothy Charlotte Snyder Nash was born the second of seven children to Carl A. and Florence (Keith) Snyder on January 18, 1911 in Bedford, Iowa. She left her loving family at the age of 97, on June 2, 2008.

Dorothy grew up attending Bedford School. This is where she met her lifelong friend and future husband, Archie LeRoy (Roy) Nash. They married on August 4, 1927, and were blessed with two children; Mary Ann in 1931 and Richard Allen in 1934.

Living in the Bedford and Conway areas, the young couple settled into rural life. Although raised as a ‘town girl’, Dorothy loved the farm life. She would walk a mile and a half to town carrying eggs and cream and return with the staples that she would purchase. She worked along side Roy in the fields and with the livestock as they grew their farming operation. In 1939, they moved to Parnell, Missouri where they purchased the farm that they would call home. They continued farming until the 1970’s when they retired and moved to Sheridan, Missouri.

Dorothy saw many changes in her lifetime – from farming with a special mule named Tom to purchasing a new Ford tractor and watching the world become computer operated. Although she had a cell phone, she decided she had learned enough and did not need to learn to ‘text’ the great-grandchildren!

Dorothy raised a big garden and spent hours keeping the weeds hoed out. In the spring, she would pick strawberries to sell in town for 35 cents a quart. And it wasn’t just a regular quart – she always heaped it up so that if one berry was bad there would be a few extra to replace it.

The grandkids remember many hours spent playing Pinochle, three card pitch and Yahtzee. The dice were kept in an old Rx bottle lined with masking tape; it was quieter that way.

Dorothy and Roy did many things together. They bowled in Bedford and fished whenever they could. Dorothy was an avid fisherman – but didn’t care too much to eat them – instead, it was the thrill of the catch! After retirement, their travel trailer took them many places including Branson, Lake of the Ozarks, ‘up to Bedford or Clarinda’, and an especially memorable trip to the west coast. They enjoyed visiting with people and making new friends. In 2006, Dorothy returned to Branson for a visit, and could hardly believe all the changes that had been made.

Dorothy was able to live independently for nearly all of her life. There was little that she couldn’t do if she set her mind to it. She mowed her yard with a push mower until she was 92 years old. When she didn’t need the big vegetable garden, she proved she had a green thumb for flowers as well. She attended lots of her grandchildren and great grandchildren’s ballgames, and could always be found with one tuned in on the TV or the radio. Baseball and basketball were her favorites.

In later years, Dorothy could often be found at the Legion Hall in Bedford or Lenox playing BINGO. It became her passion and she was often a winner – seldom ever missing a number that was called.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Roy, in 1989; her parents, Sisters Doris Croy and Aneth Lucksinger; Brothers, Lex, Carl, Jr., and Donald (Ed); Son-in-law, Edward (Skip) Cassavaugh, Daughter-in-law, Donna Nash and Granddaughter, Rose Marie Cassavaugh Kottas.

Left to cherish her memory are her two children, Mary Ann Cassavaugh of Hopkins, Missouri; and Richard Nash of Ardmore, Oklahoma; a brother, Jay Snyder (Irene) of Diagonal, Iowa; two sister-in-laws, Vida Snyder of Winterset, Iowa; and Myrtle Snyder of Diagonal, Iowa; six grandchildren, Allen (Valerie) Cassavaugh of Hopkins, Missouri; Glenda (Steve) Stockwell of Bedford; Cheryl (Louis) Birkenholz of Hopkins, Missouri; Vickie (Kevin) Fox of Alvarado, Texas; Roy Lee Nash of Morrisville, North Carolina; and Todd (Felicia) Nash of Austin, Texas; eleven great-grand children; ten great-great-grandchildren; along with many nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.

Neumeyer, Sidney "Sid" Homer - Surrounded by family who filled his life with love and happiness, Sidney (Sid) Homer Neumeyer peacefully passed away at his home in Bonners Ferry, Idaho of natural causes on December 16, 2008.
Sid was a simple man who tinkered with many found items, finding a way to make it work with no master plan. He was the ultimate recycler-Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. He would always share his “Neumeyerisms” if you were in ear shot; most of which were too colorful to repeat here.
Sid was born in Bedford, Iowa on August 16, 1916 to Henry and Constance Neumeyer. Farming was the livelihood to his family of four brothers and two sisters. His stories of growing up made the hard work sound like play as he was able to do the chores with his brothers and friends.
In his early twenties he ventured out west to Oregon and Idaho to visit his uncles, Fred and Frank Florea. He returned to the mid west to join the Army in May of 1941. Sid served his entire tour of duty at Fort Kamehameha, Hawaii-across from Pearl Harbor. On December 7th he had just returned to his barracks from breakfast, coming off duty, when he saw the Japanese pilots flying so low he could see them in the cockpit. He returned to Idaho after the war, working the harvest in many of the local drainage districts.
On one of his visits “back home” to Iowa, he met his wife, Eunice (Penton) while at a country dance. She came west for a visit and the rest is history. They were married October 6, 1951 in Bonners Ferry.
Sid excelled at operating heavy equipment and prided himself on his natural ability to level a grade better than any engineer had measured on many projects, such as road building or landscaping. Among others, he worked for Lipp & Ehrmantrout Excavating and retired from the city street and sewer department of Bonners Ferry in 1978.
He loved the outdoors, playing baseball (even into his 70’s), fishing, hunting, picking huckleberries, working his garden and Sunday drives. Until death did they part, Sid and Eunice resided at their little bit of paradise in the so named region of Boundary County where they raised four children and nurtured their family tree of numerous family members and friends.
Sid is survived by his wife Eunice; children: Dean (Holly), Fairbanks, AK; Jean (Gus) Diel, Bonners Ferry, ID; Shelley (Gary) Hanzen, Coeur d Alene, ID; Steve (Ronna), Bonners Ferry; two brothers: George of Hopkins, MO and Howard of Council, ID. Grandchildren: Tammy Peterson, Kristina Westbrook, Laura (Chad) Kimball, Katie, Becky and Heidi Diel, Derek, Hayden and Taylor Hanzen, Joe, Kendra and Ben Neumeyer, five great-grandchildren, several cousins, nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Sid’s life was held at the United Methodist Church on December 20th, 2008. family and close friends will continue to honor and celebrate his life at future gatherings.