Obituaries
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[BANNON, ALICE JOSEPHINE MCCREDIE]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, September 22, 1966, p. 6

Alice J. Bannon Rites Sept. 13

Funeral services for Mrs. J. D., Alice J. Bannon, 85 of Bedford, former Bedford High School principal, held Sept. 28 at the Bedford Presbyterian Church were conducted by Rev. John D. Kerr. Mrs. Bannon died September 11, 1966 at the Clarinda Municipal Hospital. Interment was at Linwood Cemetery, Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Alice J. [osephine]McCredie, the oldest child of George and Donnie McCredie, was born Aug. 4, 1881 at Manchester, Iowa.

Alice and her parents moved to Cedar Rapids in 1885 where she attended the public schools and graduated from Washington High School.

She attended Coe College in Cedar Rapids and was graduated with honors in 1906. She then taught mathematics in several Iowa high schools before coming to Bedford to teach. She also served as principal of the Bedford High School.

On becoming the bride of Mr. James Dennis Bannon on May 23, 1922 they moved into their home at 704 Penn. Street. Here they live together for 33 years until Mr. BannonÕs death July 29, 1955. Mrs. Bannon continued living at their home until March of this year when she entered the Clarinda Municipal Hospital. Since April her home has been at Pearl Terrace Manor.

Alice Bannon was a member of the First Presbyterian Church at Bedford. In past years she belonged to the Fortnightly Club and for the past few years has been an honorary member.

Also preceding her in death were her parents and two sisters, Iva McCredie and Elva McCredie Henderson.

Gardening was on of Mrs. Bannon's hobbies at which she worked faithfully each summer, tending her plants through the summer of 1965.Each year her joy was to have ripe tomatoes by the Fourth of July.

Alice enjoyed her neighbors and many friends and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

 

[BANNON, BRIDGET TOUHEY]

Bedford Free Press, Thursday, October 31, 1907, p. 3

A Loving Mother Gone---Mrs. Bannon [Bridget Touhey] died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. M. Dellas [Delles], south of Conway, October 10, 1907. She was born in Ireland December 24, 1830, and was 76 years, 9 months and 16 days old. She came to America with her parents when she was 18 years old. They resided in Cleveland, Ohio, for several years, when she removed with her parents to Davenport, Iowa, where she was married to Andrew Bannon, on November 1, 1857. To this union were born eight children, all of whom are living but one. Those surviving are Mrs. M. Dellas {Delles], Conway; Thomas Bannon, Omaha; J. [ames] D. Bannon, Bedford; Wm. Bannon, Sharpsburg; Mrs. S. E. Robinson, Conway; Mrs. D. S. Hayes, Lenox and Mrs. C. A. Cochrane, Berthold, N. D. She removed with her husband and family October 1776 [1876] and has since been a resident of Taylor County. For the last two months she has been confined to her bed where she bore her sickness with great patience and resignation. She was a kind and loving mother and was loved and respected by all who knew her. Besides her children she leaves two brothers, two sisters and a host of friends to mourn her departure. The funeral services were held at the Catholic church in Lenox conducted by Father Glenn, on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11 o'clock a. m., and after the arrival of Mrs. Cochrane on the afternoon train she was laid to rest by the side of her husband who had preceded her 24 years ago.---Conway Record.

[Note: There are various spellings of her last name, Tuohey, Towhey, Tuhey, Toughey]

 

[BANNON, JAMES DENNIS]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, April 4, 1955, [p. 1]

J. D. Bannon Died At Home Friday

J. [ames] D. [ennis] Bannon, a resident of the Conway and Bedford community for many years, died at his home in Bedford, Friday, July 29 following an illness of six and a half years.

Last rites were held at St. Patrick's church in Lenox at nine o'clock Monday morning, Rev. A. S. Reisz officiating. Burial in Lenox cemetery.

Mr. Bannon was born at Davenport, Iowa, July 11, 1865 and died at the age of 90 years, 18 days. He was the last of his family to be taken. Survivors include his wife, several nieces and nephews.

 

[BANNON, WILLIAM]

Bedford Times-Press, December 6, 1934, [p. 1]

William Bannon, 65, Dies At Hospital

William Bannon, 65, a resident of Taylor County for many years, died at the St. Francis hospital in Maryville Friday. The body was taken to Lenox, where funeral services were held Monday morning at the Catholic Church.

Bannon went to the hospital Tuesday of last week from his home in Sharpsburg. His brother, J. [ames] D. [ennis] Bannon of Bedford, was with him at the time of his death.

 

[BARRETT, PATRICK, -1884]

Taylor County Republican, Thursday, February 21, 1884, p. 4

--Died, on Saturday, the 16h inst., of quick consumption, Patrick Barrett, aged about thirty-eight years. The deceased lived on the Crum farm, five miles northeast of Bedford, and leaves a wife and five small children to mourn his loss.

 

[BEADEL, WALTER RELDON]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, February 22, 1989, p. 3

WALTER RELDON BEADEL – Funeral services for Walter Reldon Beadel were held Wednesday, Feb. 15, 1989 at the United Methodist church in Lenox with Rev. Paul Grandon officiating. Masonic rites were conducted by Tremont Lodge #343 AF and AM. Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Ia.

Walter Reldon Beadel, the son of Walter R. and Della Belding Beadel, was born May 10, 1919, on a farm southwest of Lenox, Iowa. He died February 11, 1989, at the age of 69 years, nine months at Mercy Hospital in Corning, Iowa.

He has been in ill health for several years due to complications with rheumatoid arthritis, spending these last six months at the Lenox Care Center.

He grew to manhood on the same farm his great grandparents settled. On August 28, 1940, he was married to Katherine M. [argaret] Repplinger. They spent their married life on a farm six miles southwest of Lenox. To this union was born four children: Beverly, Carolyn, Stephen and Pamela.

In 1970 Reldon built his own home in Lenox, where his wife still resides. He continued to farm until 1980, when he retired and his daughter Pam and husband Randall took over the operation. It is Grandpa's wish for grandson Robbie to some day farm this land. He was a long time member of Tremont Lodge in Lenox and was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Church.

He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Katherine; three daughters, one son, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and one brother Wendell and wife Nadine of  Oskaloosa. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Kenneth.

He was a devoted husband and a loving and unselfish father and grandfather. His grandchildren were the light of his life.

 

[BECK, WILMA LORENE COX]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, October 5, 1994, p. 6

WILMA LORENE BECK – Funeral services for Wilma Lorene Beck were held Monday, Sept. 19, at Larkin & Shelley Funeral Home in Lenox with Rev. Al Rusk of the Sharpsburg United Methodist Church and Rev. Tim Maxa of Lenox United Presbyterian Church officiating.

Casket bearers were Bill Scott, Steve Basler, Alan Goodson, Lloyd Hamblin, Leonard Knott and Rollie Boltinghouse.

Music was provided by Dave Brown and Norma Paymal.

Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery, with Larkin & Shelley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Memorials are to Green Valley Hospice.

Wilma Lorene Beck, daughter of John and Millie Brown Cox, was born April 8, 1925 in Blockton. She passed away on Sept. 16, 1994, at Greater Community Hospital in Creston at the age of 69 years, 4 months and 24 days.

Lorene was raised in the Blockton area and graduated from Bedford High School in 1944. On July 9, 1945, she was united in marriage with Donald W. [ayne] Beck in Blockton. They had one son, Donald E. and a daughter, Sheryl.

Lorene was a full-tie farm wife and homemaker. She was a member of the Sharpsburg United Methodist Church for over 40 years.

Survivors include her husband, Donald W. Beck of Lenox; daughter Sheryl (husband Herb) Schroder of North Little Rock, Ark.; son Donald E. (wife Connie) Beck of Lenox; grandchildren Heather and Brandie Schroder and Natasha Beck; brothers Lewis Cox of Bedford, James Cox of Bedford, Vernon Cox of Bedford and Clifford Cox in Lincoln, Neb.

Preceding her in death were her parents and one brother, Edward Cox.

 

[BINGLE, LESTER ERVIN]

Clearfield Chronicle, Wednesday, July 25, 2001, p. 2

LESTER BINGLE – Funeral services for Lester Ervin Bingle who died Sunday, July 15, 2001, were held at 10:30 a. m. July 19, 2001 at the United Presbyterian Church. Burial was in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials may be given in his name. Coen-Beaty-Pearson Family Funeral Service was in charge of the service.

Lester was born May 13, 1930, in Omaha, Neb., to the parents of Josephine Hazel Goodrue and Lester Irvin [Ervin] Bingle. June 18, 1977 he was married to Joan Parris at the First Presbyterian Church, Audubon, Iowa. Lester worked at Griffin Pipe Company in Council Bluffs for 30 years. He served in the Korean War from December 27, 1954 to November 14, 1957. He was a member of the Lenox American Legion and the Lenox United Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by: his wife, Joan; sons, Charles Bingle, Omaha, NE; David Bingle, Vacaville, CA; Lester Bingle, Jr., Bellevue, NE; William Bingle, Omaha, NE; Keith Pruett, Councils, IA; daughter Tina Jarvis, Crescent, IA, brother Kenny Bingle, Council Bluffs; sisters, Dorothy Bingle, Council Bluffs, IA; Lillian Blunt, Omaha, NE; Betty Gerdes, Council Bluffs, IA and 4 grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents and a sister, JoAnn Godsey.

 

[BOLTINGHOUSE, DELLA MARY MADDEN]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, November 28, 1990, p. 6

DELLA M. BOLTINGHOUSE- Funeral services for Della M. Boltinghouse were held Saturday, Nov. 17 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Lenox with Rev. John Bertogli officiating. Burial was in East Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa.

Della Mary Boltinghouse, 95, of Lenox died Thursday morning, Nov. 15 at the Lenox Care Center.

Mrs. Boltinghouse was born February 26, 1895 in Taylor County to Dennis and Mary (Mitchell) Madden. She married Orval Boltinghouse on July 29, 1918 in Lenox and he preceded her in death on March 2, 1948. She was a lifetime resident of the Lenox area and attended Lenox schools. She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lenox. She had resided at the care center for the past 12 years.

Survivors include a son, Roland (wife, Thelma) Boltinghouse of Lenox; a stepson Cleo (wife Juanita) Boltinghouse of Fremont; three grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and one great great grandson.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters and a brother.

 

[BOVAIRD, CARL HENRY]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, July 16, 1980, p. 4

July 12 Services For Carl Bovaird

Carl Henry Bovaird, the son of Claude John and Ethel Iva Riley Bovaird, was born October 4, 1913 in Adams County. He died July 10 at the Lenox Care Center, where he had been a resident since early May at the age of sixty-six years, eight months and six days.

He was united in marriage with Vera Lucille Bunting at the home of her parents on July 13, 1941. His entire life was spent in Adams County.

Carl is survived by a son, Dean, and wife Diane of Corning; two daughters, Doloris Wood and husband Thomas of Corning and Marlene Bovaird of Creston; five grandchildren, Melissa, Michael and Daniel Wood and Joel and Jill Bovaird, his mother, Ethel Bovaird of Prescott, a brother, Donald, and wife LaVerne of Prescott; two sisters-in-law, Merle Burkhalter and husband Arthur of Creston and Mary Bunting of Phoenix, Arizona; a brother-in-law, Wayne Bunting of Corning, two uncles Harvey and Harold Riley of Corning; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vera, in May of 1976, his father, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, one grandson and one granddaughter.

Carl was a lifetime member of the Mercer Center United Methodist Church where he had served as Sunday school superintendent, teacher and member of the board until his health failed. His greatest pleasure was being with his family and working on the farm.

Services were held at 10 a. m. July 12 at the Mercer Center United Methodist Church with Reverend W. C. Trembly and Reverend Floyd Newbrough of Huxley officiating. Marilyn Beck and Billie Jean Barker sang "In The Garden" and "Beyond The Sunset" accompanied by Norma Paymal at the organ.

Casket bearers were Dale Burkhalter, Loren Burkhalter, Earl Burkhalter, Elvin riley, Ron Saltzman and Paul Edwards.

Interment was in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. The Larkin-Bender Funeral Home of Lenox was in charge of arrangements.

 

[BRIDGEMAN, FRANCIS]

Lenox Time Table, Thursday, May 6, 1943, [p. 1]

Two former Lenox boys, one of whom survived wounds he sustained several months ago and had re-joined his company, was listed as Òkilled in action in the African war theatre this week by the war department.

Sgt. Bridgeman, son of James Bridgeman, formerly of Lenox but now residing in Prescott, wrote to relatives on March [?] when he reported he had been advanced to sergeancy and was "feeling fit."

He was born January 7, 1917 in Lenox and lived here until his mother died thirteen years ago. He and two brothers and a sister then went to Creston to make their home with an aunt, [?] Bridgeman.

Sgt. Bridgeman enlisted in the National Guard at Villisca, March 10, 1941 and had survived "without a scratch" the American reverses in Tunisia on February 19.

 

[BRIDGEMAN, FRANCIS]

Lenox Time Table, Thursday, June 17, 1948, [p. 1]

Sgt. Bridgeman Body Returned

The body of Sgt. Francis Bridgeman, 25, will arrive Monday evening at Lenox. Services will be on Wednesday morning at St. Patrick's church at ten o'clock conducted by Rev. Father Gerald G. Walker. The body will be accompanied by Military escort. Francis Bridgeman is on the Gold Star Roll of Parkinson Post No. 250 of the American Legion.

His father, Jim Bridgeman, resides at Prescott, Iowa.

 

[BRISTOW, HAROLD DOPP]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, January 17, 1985

Graveside services held for Harold Dopp Bristow

Graveside services for Harold Dopp Bristow, 81, were held January 8 at North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox, Ia. officiated by Rev. Carl Cummings. Mr. Bristow died January 5, 1985 at Lenox Care Center.

Harold Dopp Bristow, the son of Sam and Lilly Dopp Bristow, was born on March 2, 1903 on a farm near Bedford, Iowa. On February 4, 1933 he was united in marriage with Marguerite Dowling at Maryville, Missouri. This marriage was blessed with the birth of one son, Gary Lee, in 1937.

Harold lived all of his life in Taylor County, except for several years that he farmed in Adams County north of Lenox. He had a great love of the out of doors, and it made no difference whether he was hunting or fishing or working in the field.  He was his happiest when he was working and tending to his stock. Harold and Marguerite moved into Lenox 15 years ago when ill health forced his retirement.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Vera Payton; and his son Gary Lee on August 30, 1978.

Those surviving to honor his memory are his wife, Marguerite Bristow of Lenox, Iowa; his nephew, Sam Payton of Chewelah, Washington; and two nieces, Donna Brumfield of Norwalk, Iowa; and Dorothy Glass of Moses Lake, Washington; other relatives and many friends.

Early in his youth he became a member of the East Mission Church.

Harold will be remembered as a kind and considerate person, one who will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

 

[BRISTOW, MINNIE MARGUERITE DOWLING]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, November 21, 1985

Services held for Marguerite Bristow

Services for Marguerite Bristow, 78, were held November 16 at Larkin Bender Funeral Home in Lenox, officiated by Carl Cummings. Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox, Ia. Mrs. Bristow died Nov. 14, 1985 in Lenox.

Minnie Marguerite Bristow, daughter of Raymond and Mayme Coleman Dowling was born October 2, 1907 at Maryville, Missouri. She attended rural schools in Nodaway County, Missouri and graduated from high school at Hopkins, Missouri. She later attended Northwest Missouri University, graduating in 1964. She loved every day of the twenty-four years she taught school.

On February 4, 1933 she was united in marriage with Harold Dopp Bristow. One son, Gary Lee was born in 1937. They lived on farms in the Bedford and Lenox area prior to moving to Lenox upon retirement.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son Gary; her husband Harold and a brother Donald.

Marguerite is survived by two sisters: Mildred Wray of St. Joseph, Missouri and Virginia Perry of Napa, California; two nieces: Lila Fitzgerald and Linda Berg of Lake Tahoe, California and one nephew Richard Wray of Palo Alto,

California and several cousins.

She will be remembered as a kind and considerate person and she will be sadly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

 

[CAMDEN, JOHN LEROY "JACK"]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, May 6, 1998, p. 4

Jack Camden – Funeral services for Jack Camden, age 63, who died at the V. A. Medical Center in Des Moines on Friday, May 1, 1998, was held at the Larkin Funeral Home in Lenox on Tuesday, May 5, 1998 at 2 p. m. with Rev. Roy Cook officiating. Burial was in the North Fairview Cemetery. Services were conducted by the Larkin Funeral Home of Lenox.

Jack Camden was born to Roy and Florence Shafer Camden on September 4, 1934, in Corydon, Iowa. On May 10, 1959, he married Kay Shimer of Creston.

Upon graduation from high school, Jack entered the U. S. Navy, making it his career for thirty years, living in many different locations.

He retired from the Navy in 1982 and had lived in Lenox since 1975 where he worked for various businesses. Jack had driven a school bus for the Lenox Community school District for over twelve years. He really enjoyed the kids and was particularly fond of Jamie Sink, a second grader, who rode his bus and would send get-well cards to Jack during his illness. He loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting and camping whenever time allowed.

Survivors include his loving wife Kay of Lenox; two daughters, Karen Kay and husband Larry Lawrence of Bedford; and Juanita Evon Camden of Des Moines; his parents Roy J. and Florence Lucille Camden of Lenox; one brother, Jim Camden of Fort Dodge; four sisters, Joan and husband Reed Helm; Opal and husband Clarence Hawkinson; Judy and husband Bill Browning all of Lenox and Joyce Probasco of Alamogordo, New Mexico; five grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; and one great granddaughter; along with many, many nieces, nephews and friends.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents; three sons, John Benjamin Camden and two sons at infancy; and one brother, Jerry Ray Camden.

 

[CAMERON, LLOYD EUGENE]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, February 16, 1983, p. 6

Final Rites for Lloyd Cameron at Clearfield

Lloyd Eugene Cameron, the son of George Raymond and Margaret Ellen House Cameron, was born March 4, 1927 on a farm near Lenox, Iowa. He died suddenly while on his way to work Saturday morning February 5 at the age of fifty-five years, eleven months and one day.

Mr. Cameron graduated from Clearfield High School in Clearfield, Iowa in May, 1945 and joined the United States Army a few days later. After receiving an honorable discharge in January of 1947, he began farming north of Clearfield.

On September 13, 1947, he was united in marriage with Theola Maxine Monk in Maryville, Missouri.

After farming and driving a truck until 1960, he moved to Clearfield where he opened and operated a cafe for a year. He then worked at the Dannen, CMA and MFA elevator for eight years. For nearly fifteen years he had been employed as custodian at the Clearfield School. He also operated the Princess Theatre for eleven years.

Lloyd was a member of the American Legion, serving as Commander and Adjutant and also as the sergeant-of-arms for thirty-five years. He was a Cub Scout and Explorer Scout leader for a number of years, served as Justice of the Peace for six and one-half years, and was the mayor of Clearfield for six years.

He was a kind and devoted son, husband and father who was proud of his family and held a special delight in his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Theola of the home; three sons, Tracy and wife, Cindy of Lenox, Robert and wife, Marie of Clearfield and Martin of the home; a daughter, Kelly Wilson and husband, Jim of Lenox; two granddaughters, Tori Lyn and Shannon Lee; his mother, Ellen Cameron of Lenox; a sister, Lucille Miller of Clearfield; his mother-in-law, Eva Monk; nieces and nephews; as well as brothers and sisters-in-law.

Preceding him in death were his father, a sister and a brother in infancy.

Services were held at the Clearfield school gymnasium on Tuesday, February 8 at 2 p. m. Reverend Roger Graf officiated.

Casket bearers were Willis Wurster, Pat Cowan, Dick Stephens, Gary Smith, Lee Haidsiak and Jerry Fletchall.

Honorary casket bearers were Leroy Beggs, Bob McMath, Marvin Boyer, Michael Ware and Gary Abarr.

Interment was in the North Fairview Cemetery at Lenox.

A memorial has been established to the family.

 

[DELLES, SARAH ELIZABETH BANNON]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, May 10, 1934, p. 8

Mrs. Michael Delles Dies Wednesday

Mrs. Michael Delles, 68, died at her home east of Bedford Wednesday, following several months of illness. Tentative funeral plans are set for Saturday, the services to be held in St. Patrick's Catholic church at Lenox. Mrs. Delles had been a resident of Taylor County since 1871. Her husband died about nine months ago.

 

DELLES, SARAH ELIZABETH BANNON]

Clearfield Enterprise, Thursday, May 17, 1934, p. 3

Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Delles died on last week Wednesday at her home just south of No 3, in Clayton Twp. She was 67 years of age. Her husband died in early August of 1933. Burial and funeral services were at Lenox.

The funeral procession of the late Mrs. Delles, having to travel at the time of the Saturday rain, went from the home by No. 3 to Bedford, thence over gravel and paving, via Gravity and Corning, to Lenox for the funeral and interment.

 

[EBERLE, WILLIAM LEE "BILL"]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, August 15, 1990, p. 7

WILLIAM LEE EBERLE

William Lee Eberle, the son of Lee Charles and Helen (Sullivan) Eberle, was born on a farm in Platte Township, Lenox, Iowa August 30, 1933.

He was reared and educated in the Lenox area, graduating from Lenox High school, class of 1951. He was a member of St. Patrick's Church.

He was united in marriage to Coryl (Chinky) Jones on August 28, 1954, at St. Patrick's Church, Lenox. Bill served in both the Army and National Guard. Bill and Chinky farmed and raised their family in the Lenox area. For the past four years, they have resided in Puerto Rico.

Bill died the evening of June 27, 1990 in Santurce, Puerto Rico, the result of a traffic accident earlier in the day. He was 56 years of age.

He is survived by his wife, Chinky; daughters, Leanne Tyler of Davenport, Kay Eberle of Kansas city, Mo and Kim Eberle of Des Moines; a sister, Kathleen and father-in-law, Bing Miller; also aunts and uncles, Raymond and Irene Sullivan of Corning, Pearl Eberle of Lenox and Vane and Margaret Lucas of Bedford; niece Coryl Ann Creed, Wellington, Kan. , and many cousins.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marguerite; brother, James and mother-in-law, Coryl Miller.

A mass of Christian burial was held July 6, 1990 at St. Patrick's Church, Lenox. The Rev. Gerald Stessman was celebrant. Military rites were performed by Parkinson America Legion Post No. 250, Lenox. Burial was in North Fairview Cemetery. Scott and Elaine Mason were in charge of the service.

A memorial mass service was held July 25, 1990 at St. Anthony Church in Dorado, Puerto Rico. The Rev. Eduardo Caron officiated.

Bill was a true friend, husband and father. Bill showed human courage and faith that are truly rare gifts. He shared these gifts in his triumph over the doubts and fears that plague all humans.

 

[HUNTSMAN, THURZA JEANETTE CAROLINE BUCHANAN]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, November 4, 1965

Thurza Huntsman - Funeral services for Thurza Huntsman of Clearfield were held Oct. 17 at the Methodist Church in Clearfield -with Rev. Tschetter officiating. Mrs. Huntsman died Oct. 14 at the Clear View Home in Clearfield. Interment was at the Clearfield Cemetery.

Thurza Caroline, daughter of John and Olive Buchanan was born Dec. 1, 1890 in Arkansas.

She was united in marriage with Esther [Ether] Huntsman in 1910. To this union were born 6 children all of whom survive. Lowell and Earl of Clearfield; Nolan of Alton; Mrs. Freeman    (Opal) Cone of Arispe; Mrs. Lewis (Daisy) Rice of Lenox and Mrs. Harold (Peggy) Kountz of St. Joseph, Mo. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Coins of Willow Springs, Mo., Mrs. Lily Teadrick of West Plains; Nebr., and one brother, Monroe Buchanan of Parma, Idaho.

She was preceded in death by her husband, who passed away March 31, 1961.

She was a loyal and loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

 

[LONG, LEONARD WILLIAM]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, February 26, 1997, p. 2

Raymond Long, a resident of the "Golden Villa" apartments received word Monday of the death of his brother, Leonard Long of Council Bluffs. Funeral was at Council Bluffs Thursday afternoon. Burial at a later date. The Long family were former residents of Sharpsburg.

 

[MAINS, LEONARD SCOTT]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, October 9, 2002, p. 6

LEONARD SCOTT MAINS – Funeral services for Scott Mains, age 40, of Sharpsburg, who died Wednesday, October 2, 2002 were held Saturday, October 5, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford with Pastor Maxa officiating. Interment was held in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox.

Leonard Scott Mains was born August 3, 1962 in Corning, Iowa, the son of Gene Leonard Mains and Connie Ann Kemery Mains. Scott his lived he entire life in Sharpsburg, attending school in Lenox. On October 24, 1981 he was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Peterman of Conway. The couple was married at the Presbyterian Church in Sharpsburg where they made their home. Born to bless this union are two children, Michael and Melissa.

Scott worked road construction most of his life, which carried him to jobs locally and around the Midwest. He worked for the following companies: Wilbur Nielson; Monona Contractors; Johnson Brothers; Van Buskirk Construction; NJB Construction & Sterling McLaren; Kuetrs Construction and R & K Carpentry. The last few years, Scott did carpentry and mechanical work.

Scott was a people person who got along with everyone. He was a member of the Sharpsburg Volunteer Fire Department and was active in 4-H when he was younger. He loved tending to his large garden of fruits and vegetables, often sharing them with family and friends. He enjoyed cooking and eating, especially Melissa's homemade apple pies.   When time allowed, Scott enjoyed hunting and fishing for bass and crappie, spending a lot of time at the Sharpsburg ponds, which he knew better than anyone, except for Joe Brammer. He was proud of his Harley '78 Sportster. Although Scott enjoyed the lifestyle of road construction, he was always happy to come home to be with his family. He had a special place in his heart for his nephew, Garrett and niece, Gabby; and his third child, 'Bandit' the Schnauzer.

Scott is survived by his wife, Patricia of Sharpsburg; his parents, Gene and Connie Mains of Sharpsburg; his paternal grandmother, Dorothy Mains of Sharpsburg; children, Mike and Melissa both of Sharpsburg; a sister, Colleen Hogue and husband, Matt and their son, Garrett and daughter, Gabby of Lenox; sister-in-law, Denise Peterman of Lenox; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Preceding Scott in death were his paternal grandfather, Weldon Mains; and his in-laws, Dennis and Betty Peterman.

 

[MCCALL, GARY EUGENE]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, July 20, 1994, p. 2

Lenox High graduate victim of Colorado helicopter mishap

Gary McCall of Fairplay, Colo., son of Maxine McCall and the late Hugh McCall of Lenox, was killed in the wreck of a rescue helicopter on July 9 near Buena Vista, Colo.

He was the pilot of a St. Anthony's Hospital Flight for Life Helicopter en route to retrieve an injured hiker on Mount Huron.

The Denver Post reported that the accident was caused when a rock, unseen by the pilot was on the skid of the helicopter. The skid was held in place, tipping the helicopter. The blade struck the mountain and McCall apparently steered the helicopter away from a ground crew to avoid numerous injuries.

McCall, 49, was a 1963 graduate of Lenox High. He had lived in Colorado for 10 years. Funeral services were held Saturday in Fairplay, Colo., with a memorial fund established for his family.

Survivors include his wife, Bobbie, and daughter, Shannon, both of Fairplay; son Sean of Minnesota; a granddaughter; brother Hugh McCall of Ft. Collins, Colo.; and mother Maxine McCall of Lenox.

He was preceded in death by his father, Hugh McCall.

 

 

 

 

[MILLER, MACY JO]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, July 26, 2000, p. 5

MACY JO MILLER – Graveside services for Macy Jo Miller, the stillborn daughter of Mike and Jennifer Miller of Lenox, were held Monday, July 24, at North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox with Rev. Tim Maxa officiating.

Macy was delivered at St. Joseph's Hospital in Omaha on July 20.

Survivors include her parents; grandparents Harlan and Joy Miller of Lenox, Jerry Parker of Creston, Barb (Mrs. Jerry) Mattson of Clearfield; and brother Grant Miller of Lenox.

 

[MILLSAP, CHARLES ERNEST]

Maryville Daily Forum, Tuesday, March 31, 1998

Charles Millsap - Charles Ernest Millsap, 35, Creston, Iowa, died Saturday, March 28,1998, at his residence.

Born Dec. 7,1962, in Creston, to Ralph Millsap and Wilma Marckmann Sevier, he had worked as a fork lift operator for the Mederer Corp. in Creston.

Mr. Millsap had lived in the Creston area for most of his life, except for a few years living in the Maryville, Mo., area. He attended Creston and Maryville High School and Southwest Community College, Creston.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Ernest Marckmann; paternal grandfather, Babe Millsap and grandmother, Cleo Hampton.

Survivors include a son, Brandon Millsap of Kent, Iowa; a daughter, Megan Millsap of Orient, Iowa; his father Ralph Millsap of Ravenwood; his mother, Wilma Sevier of Kent; a brother, Vern Millsap of Des Moines, Iowa; two step-brothers, Randy Kunkel of St. Joseph, and Jeff Kunkel of Maryville; a sister, Pam Fry of Creston, Iowa; four step-sisters, Karla Oglesvy of St. Joseph, Kayla Kunkel of Kansas City, Tina Crookshank of Marshalltown, Iowa, and Tammy Ash of Marshalltown; maternal grandmother, Minnie Marckmann of Kent; and paternal grandparents Buster and Betty Simmons of Ravenwood.

Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 31, 1998, at Stringtown Community Church, with the Rev. Roy Cook officiating.

Burial was in North Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa.

Memorials may be made in Mr. Millsap's name. Services were under the direction of Larkin Funeral Home, Creston, Iowa.

 

[OLSON, ELEANOR CONSTANCE DRUMM]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, July 30, 1997, p. 2

Eleanor C. [onstance] Olson was born November 12, 1905 in Taylor County, Iowa, a daughter of Edwin and Verna (Crawford) Drumm. She attended Bedford Community Schools graduating from Bedford High School. She obtained a teaching certificate from UNI.

On June 20, 1931, Eleanor was united in marriage to Clarence Olson in Bedford, Iowa. To their union was born a daughter, Barbara.

She was a life long resident of Taylor County. She taught school for seven years before her marriage. She was also a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Lenox. She died July 25, 1997, at the Greater Community Hospital in Creston at the age of 91.

Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and a sister. She is survived by her husband Clarence, her daughter Barbara (Tom) Ferguson of West Des Moines, Iowa, a sister Frances Pistole of Pickering, Mo., and two grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Monday, July 28, 1997, at 1 p. m. at the United Presbyterian church in Lenox with Rev. Tim Maxa officiating.

Pallbearers were Doug Whitehead, Lanny Douglas, Monty Douglas, Richard Pistole, Junior Roush and Larry Anderson. The organist was Margaret Whipp.

Burial was in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox.

Memorials may be directed to the United Presbyterian Church.

Coen-Beaty Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

 

[RAINES, LYLE BURTON]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, March 29, 1989, p. 3

LYLE B. RAINES – Funeral services for Lyle B. [urton] Raines were held Saturday, March 25, 1989 at Coen-Beaty Funeral Home in Lenox, Iowa with Rev. Jack Kendall officiating. Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa.

Lyle B. Raines was born Oct. 12, 1910, in Moran, Ks. to Fred and Nora Raines. He departed this life March 21, 1989, at Branson, Mo. at the age of 78 years, six months and 21 days.

Lyle spent his childhood and finished high school around Springfield, Mo.

Lyle served four years in the U. S. Navy and was discharged in November of 1945.

Lyle was united in marriage to Ruth Milliken Belding on July 28, 1947. They resided over 30 years in Kansas City, Mo. where Lyle worked as a fireman for over 40 years. He retired as Captain in the KCMO Fire Department and received many honors in the line of duty. In 1978 they moved to Sun Valley Lake at Ellston, Iowa. After Ruth's death in 1987, Lyle moved to Branson, Mo.

He was a member of the First Christian Church on Independence Boulevard of Kansas City, the Branson Lodge #1520 AF and AM, the Branson VFW; and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing cards. He also enjoyed playing games and going fishing with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his stepson, Clyde Belding and wife Helen of Lenox and their four children: Rodney and Joan Belding, Denis and Dave Reynolds, Jan and Tom Reed, Jolene and Dave Gourley; great grandchildren: Shilo, Brooke, and Amanda Belding, Paige Reynolds, Cory, Cody, Cole, and Cruz Reed, Justin, Mitch and Betty Gourley. Lyle is also survived by his stepmother Jewel Raines of Springfield, Mo.; three sisters, Alma Harpool and Ruth Blackwood of Springfield, Mo., and Shirley Sparks of Port Isabel, Tx.; two brothers, Clarence of Forsythe, Mo. and Dale of Willis, Tx.; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruth, sister Billie Jean and brother George.

 

[RATLIFF, FAYE LUCILLE SCOTT]

Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, August 14, 1991

FAYE LUCILLE RATLIFF - Funeral services for Faye Lucille Ratliff, 83, Sharpsburg, were held Friday, Aug. 9, 1991 at the Sharpsburg Methodist Church with Rev. Carl Cummings and Rev. Allen Rusk officiating. Burial was at Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Iowa.

Faye Lucille Scott Ratliff, daughter of Walter Norton Scott and Susan Violet Knott Scott was born north of Gravity in Taylor County, Iowa November 7, 1907 and departed this life August 6, 1991 at the Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa at the age of 83 years, eight months and 29 days.    

She grew to maturity in the Sharpsburg community where she attended the public school and the Methodist Church. She was graduated from Sharpsburg High School in 1927.

On March 28, 1930 she was united in marriage to Leonard C. Ratliff at Clarinda, Iowa and they lived most of their married life on the farm one half mile south of Sharpsburg, Iowa; with the exception of 10 years when they lived in Bedford while Leonard was in the   Taylor   County   Sheriffs Office and Faye cooked meals and cared for the prisoners in jail.

She was a dedicated homemaker and her family came first in her life's activities. Three children, Mardell, Allen and Garnette were born to bless their home and to share their love.

She was preceded in death by her  parents;  two  sisters, Helen and Hazel.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Leonard of the home; daughter Mardell Page and her husband Robert of Fort Madison, Iowa; son, Allen Ratliff and his wife Beverly of Waukesha, Wisc., and Garnette Stroburg of Omaha, Neb.; seven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; two brothers, Donald and Bill Scott of Sharpsburg, Iowa; other relatives and many friends.

She was a member of the Sharpsburg Methodist Church and the Jolly Club.

Her family and friends will remember her as a kind and loving person and she will be missed by all who knew her.

 

[REFER, CAMILLA MARIE "BOB" CONNER]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, September 30, 1987, p. 6

CAMILLA MARIE REFER – Camilla Marie "Bob" Refer, daughter of James and Emma Knopp Conner was born November 23, 1901 at Mechanicsville, Ia. and entered into rest September 19, 1987 at the Lenox Care Center, Lenox, Ia. at the age of 85 years, nine months and 26 days.

On June 27, 1922 she was united in marriage with John H. [enry] Refer at Maquoketa, Ia. Five children were born to bless this union; Betty Lou, Jack, Robert Richard and twins, Gary and Lary [Larry].

Besides being a homemaker and mother, she and her husband owned and operated a restaurant in Lenox for many years. They were well known for their hospitality, generosity and friendliness and will be greatly missed by their family and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Betty Lou in infancy, one son Robert Richard at age 14, her husband John in 1983, one brother Wilfred Conner and one sister, Lillian Davidson.

"Bob" is survived by her three sons, Jack Refer and his wife Betty and Larry Refer and his wife, Judy, all of Lenox, Ia.; and Gary Refer and his wife Sharon of Villisca, Ia.; six grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two brothers, Alvin Conner of Peoria, Ill. and Albert Conner of Moline, Ill.; two sisters, Kirby Carr of Rock Island, Il. and Lucille Carroll of Mechanicsville, Ia. and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 21, 1987, 10:30 a. m. at Coen-Beaty Funeral Home in Lenox, Ia. with Rev. Paul Grandon officiating. Interment was at North Fairview Cemetery, Lenox, Ia.

 

[ROBINSON, AGNES BANNON]

Bedford Times-Republican, Thursday, June 16, 1910, [p. 1]

Mrs. S. E. Robinson, Jr.

Lenox—Mrs. S. E. Robinson, Jr., died here Monday afternoon, June 13, two hours after her arrival from New Mexico, accompanied by the family, in response to her wish to reach Iowa before she died. The husband, five of the six children, and Mrs. Dan Hayes, sister of Mrs. Robinson, accompanied her back. It was a tiresome trip attended by some difficulties. She was taken to the home of Mrs. Hayes two miles east of Lenox, where the few short hours were passed before death came.

Agnes Bannon was born December 9, 1868, in Scott County, Iowa. She was married to S. E. Robinson November 17, 1886. To this union were born eight children, five daughters and three sons, two of the daughters having died in early childhood. Nearly two years go the mother's health began to fail so gradually that it was scarcely thought of as a malady until a severe hemorrhage of the lungs came on suddenly, almost terminating her life. As soon as she had acquired sufficient strength her husband took her to Roswell, N. M., where she gained quite a degree of health, but was so homesick and the Iowa March weather was so perfect it seemed advisable to bring her home. But the chilly April weather proved too much and she was again taken to Roswell and the family decided to make their home there thinking her life would be spared in the south, but she never regained her health and grew weaker, but with an undying yearning for home in Iowa. So the property was sold and the family came as far as El Reno for a rest and gradual change and visit with the Robinson family there, intending to come to Lenox and rent a house and live here. She was never able to make the trip safely, but she wanted to come home to die, so the attempt was made. They arrived in Lenox at 1:35 Monday and she died two hours later. The funeral services will be conducted Thursday at St. Patrick's church of which she has long been a devout and consistent member. Six members of the R. N. of A. will act as pallbearers. The remains will be interred in the family lot in Fairview Catholic cemetery.

[ROBINSON, AGNES BANNON]
Bedford Free Press (Bedford, Iowa), Thursday, June 16, 1910
Mrs. Dennis Bannon went to Lenox Tuesday noon to attend the funeral of her sister-in-law, Mrs. S. E. Robinson.

 

[ROGERS, DARLENE NELL ADKISSON]

Lenox Time Table, Wednesday, July 16, 1997, p. 6

DARLENE N. ROGERS – Darlene Nell Rogers was born April 23 1936, in Diagonal, Iowa. She was the daughter of Alfred and Edna Marie (Johnson) Adkisson. She passed away July 10, 1997, at the Pella Regional Health Center in Pella at the age of 61 years, 2 months, 17 days.

Darlene graduated from Diagonal High School. She was married in 1954 to Gene Harry Rogers. To the union was born a daughter, Becky.

During their time in Lenox, Darlene cooked at Dick's Cafe and worked at Sheridan Egg Co. She was a member of the Lenox Christian Church at that time. She also enjoyed bowling during her spare time as well as fishing with her husband Gene.

About 30 years ago, Gene and Darlene moved to Pella, where they have made their home ever since. She was a manager at the Gibson's Discount Store there until she became manager of Sunrise Trailer Court 15 years ago. She was a member of the Christian Church in Pella. Darlene continued to enjoy fishing and bowling in Pella.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Ernie and Cecil Adkisson; and sister Doris Thompson.

Those who will always cherish her memory are husband Gene Rogers of Pella; daughter Becky Johnson and husband Dusty of Oskaloosa; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother Lavern Adkisson of Clearfield; sisters Donna Farrens and husband Dale of Maryville, Mo., Lillian Day and husband Bud of Kansas City, Katie Stone and husband Jim of Diagonal, Mary Lou Campbell and husband Johnny of Rogers, Ark., Albena Adkisson of Cincinnati, Iowa, and Janice Wilson of Clearfield; nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, July 14, 1997, at 11 a. m. at Coen-Beaty Funeral Home in Lenox with Rev. Dena Woldruff officiating. Burial was in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox.

Serving as pallbearers were Mike Burk, Chris Jones, Alan Adkisson, Gail Matheny, Harry Freeman, and Gene Marshal. Kathryn Wilson was organist.

Memorials may be directed to the family. Coen-Beaty Funeral Home of Lenox was in charge of funeral arrangements.

 

[STANDLEY, HAZER MICHAEL]

Creston News Advertiser, Monday, April 28, 2014

Hazer Standley, 6, of Prescott died April 25, 2014, from injuries sustained after an ATV accident.

Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the First Baptist Church in Creston. The Rev. Dave Tebbenkamp and the Rev. Robert Sauser will officiate. Burial will be in North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Open visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. today at the church. Powers Funeral Home, junction of highways 34 and 25, Creston, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be given in his name. Online condolences may be left at www.powersfh.com.

Hazer Michael Standley, son of Amanda Jo (Kiefer) and Christopher Michael Standley, was born Aug. 20, 2007, in Creston.

Hazer was homeschooled and was in first grade studies.

Hazer was an active part of the First Baptist Church in Creston.

 

Hazer is survived by his parents, Chris and Amanda Standley; sisters, Cassidy and Reata Standley, at home; brothers, Stran and Nolan Standley, at home; grandparents, Mike and Connie Standley of Lenox and Kelly and Jolene Kiefer of Allerton; great-grandparents, Jack and Nina Standley of Duncombe, Shirley Standley of Boone, Ron and Sheryl Johnson of Clear Lake, Lois Maynes of Lenox and Karen Gretitall of Des Moines; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and other family.

 

[THRASHER, NOLA KATHLEEN "KATHY"]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, July 8, 1971, [p. 1]

Kathy Thrasher, 14, Dies Tuesday Following July 4 Accident

The July 4 holiday weekend was marred here by a horse show spectator accident that caused the death of Kathy Thrasher, 14, daughter of Mrs. Darlene Thrasher of Bedford. Kathy, who died at Clarinda Municipal early Tuesday morning following a second operation, had had surgery Sunday night for removal of the spleen and a kidney.

Also injured in the accident at the horse show Sunday afternoon was Vicki Skinner, 15, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Skinner of Conway. Both girls were sitting on the hood of a car when a frightened horse went through the fence and crashed into the girls. Vicki is hospitalized at Clarinda Municipal for injuries including a head cut and a slight concussion.

 

[THRASHER, NOLA KATHLEEN "KATHY"]

Bedford Times-Press, Thursday, July 29, 1971, p. 6

Rites Held Here July 8 For Kathy Thrasher

Funeral services for Nola Kathaleen Thrasher, 14, of Bedford were held July 8 at Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford conducted by Rev. Norman Zimmerman. Miss Thrasher died on July 6, 1971 at Clarinda Municipal Hospital. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery, Bedford.

Nola Kathaleen Thrasher was born October 4, 1956 at Creston, Iowa.

She is survived by her mother, Darlene Thrasher of Bedford; her father, Calvin Thrasher of California; four brothers and three sisters: Mrs. Gloria Ferne Hawn, Bondurant, Iowa, Jerald Duane Herron, Port Smith, New Hampshire, Quanita Joan Herron, James Calvin Thrasher, Virginia Darlene Thrasher, Charles Boyd Thrasher, and Thomas T. Thrasher, all living at home; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Thomas, Bedford; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

She attended the Missionary Church in Bedford. Kathy was graduated from Bedford Community Junior High School where she was a member of the girls' chorus. She was a fine student with many friends who loved her and will miss her.

 

[THRASHER, NOLA KATHLEEN "KATHY"]

Clarinda Herald Journal, Thursday, July 8, 1971, [p. 1]

Bedford girl died Monday; injured Fourth

Kathy Thrasher, 14, who was injured at the horse races at the annual Fourth of July race program of the Bedford Saddle Club, died at the Municipal Hospital Monday night.

She and Vicki Skinner, 15, of Conway were trampled when a horse in one of the last races of the day went through the fence and on top of the two girls who were standing between the fence and the parked cars. Both were rushed to Clarinda hospital and Kathy underwent two operations. Her companion had a concussion and other injuries.

Rumors that firecrackers were involved in the action of the horse were termed false by officials at Bedford. The race with five horses was at 6 o'clock, a quarter-mile event on the half-mile track. And when the horse came to the gate, which it normally used to go out of the arena, it headed for the gate but went through the fence.

The rider was thrown or jumped from his mount, hitting the fence. Neither rider nor horse was seriously injured. The horse and youthful rider were not identified by officials, but believed to have been a horse from the Mt Ayr area.

Kathy was daughter of the Mrs Darlene Thrasher of Bedford. She has three brothers and two sisters.

Vicki Skinner was able to return to her home at Conway Wednesday.

Funeral services were Thursday at the Shum-Novinger Funeral Home and burial in the Bedford cemetery. The Rev Norman Zimmerman of the United Missionary Church officiated. Bearers included George Norris, Gerald Norris, Lavern Oeters, Dean Congdon, Bill Congdon and Giles Congdon.

Thirty seats had been reserved at the funeral home for those of Kathy's junior high schoolmates.

 

[TULLY, DONALD WAYNE "DON"]

Clearfield Chronicle, Wednesday, December 24, 2003, p. 3

DONALD TULLY – Funeral services for Donald Tully, age 91, of Lenox, who died Thursday, Dec. 18, 2003, were held Saturday, December 20, 2003, at 10:30 a. m. at the Lenox Presbyterian Church. Interment was held in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials can be directed to the Lenox Community Trust Scholarship Fund. Arrangements were by Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Donald Wayne Tully was born February 18, 1912, at the family home west of Lenox, the son of Herbert D. Tully and Mazie Copland Tully. He grew up attending Grove #2 School, the Lenox High School, graduating with the class of 1930 and a year of college in Tarkio, Missouri. On January 24, 1935, he was united in marriage to Mineva E. Douglas. To this loving union two daughters were born, Gwendolyn and Bonnie.

The family farmed in the Lenox area until the late 1960's when Don built a house in Lenox and moved to town, where he lived until his health forced him to enter Taylor Ridge Estates in July 2002. He was a member of the Lenox Presbyterian Church, where a few years back he was honored as the Church's longest living member. He enjoyed the farm and raising Hereford cattle. He had worked for the Eclipse Lumber Yard for many years, having built several houses and buildings with other area carpenters. Don and Mineva traveled some, often going to Nebraska to visit her family. Don enjoyed family gatherings and always looked forward to the "family water fight," of course, this was before television! In the early years of the Lenox Stock and Saddle Club, he spent many hours helping to provide enjoyable shows for the community. He was especially proud of being a Lenox School Board Member for twelve years.

Left to cherish Don's memory are his two daughters, Gwen Maynes of Lenox; and Bonne Schrader and husband Larry of Lenox; two sisters-in-law, Berniece Brown and Beulah Douglas, both of Lenox; a brother-in-law, Don Douglas and wife Betty of Prescott; twelve grandchildren, Kim Branter and husband Pete; Karen Downing and husband Steve; Paul Maynes and wife Marcia; Arnold Maynes and wife Melissa; Lyle Maynes and wife Bobbi; Kirk Schrader and wife Susan; Brent Schrader and wife Laura; Shane Schrader and wife Renee; Todd Schrader and wife Sandy; Tina Ecklin and husband Jerry; Troy Schrader; Shad Schrader and wife Lori; and twenty-seven great grandchildren.

Preceding Don in death were his parents, Herbert and Mazie; his wife Mineva in 1996; son-in-law, Harold Maynes; and two great grandchildren, Clinton and Dallas Schrader.

 

[VOGEL, GLEN DELBERT]

Bedford Times-Press, Wednesday, December 24, 2003

GLEN VOGEL -  Funeral services for Glen Vogel, age 91, of Lenox, who died Thursday, December 18, 2003, were held Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Lenox. Interment was held in the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials can be given in Glen's name. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Glen Delbert Vogel is one of ten children born to William Vogel and Maude Scott Vogel on March 14, 1912, in Lincoln Township, Adams County, Iowa. On September 15, 1934, he was united in marriage to Lola A. [manda] Schafer in Des Moines. To this loving union four children were born, Marilyn, Galen, Eleanor and Hugh.

Glen attended Woodside School in Lincoln Township, Adams County to the eighth grade and then attended Cumberland High School for two years. As a boy growing up, Glen helped with the farm work. He enjoyed playing cards and games with his brothers and sisters.

After Glen and Lola were married, they lived in Corning where Glen delivered gas for the Farm Service Coop. In 1942, Glen and Lola moved to a farm in the Lincoln Center area and several years later moved to a farm four miles north of Lenox where they lived until they built their house in Lenox in 1979. Glen continued to farm until 2000.

Glen served on the Corning Creamery Board, the Lenox School Board and the Adams County Fair Board. He was a seed corn dealer for many years and was a Farmers Hybrid Livestock dealer. Glen enjoyed family reunions and always looked forward to having his family home for the holidays. One of Glen's greatest enjoyments was bowling. He also enjoyed taking tickets at the Adams County Speed Way and always enjoyed eating out.

Left to cherish Glen's memory are his two daughters, Marilyn Beck and husband Joe Matheny of Lenox; and Eleanor Stueckradt and husband Steve of Corning; two sons, Galen Vogel and wife Elaine of Huntington Beach, California and Hugh Vogel and wife Sheryl of Joplin, Missouri; a sister, Beulah Bissell and husband Rex of Corning; and two sister-in-laws, Lenora Karstensen of Corning and Jean Vogel of Arizona; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren and one step-great grandchild.

Preceding Glen in death are his parents, William and Maude; his wife Lola in 1998; five brothers, Earl, Russell, Don, Ralph and Ray Vogel; and three sisters, Helen Mosman, Wilma Schafer and Alice Johnston.