Clarence Jellings

Clarence Wilbur Jellings, age 93 of Clinton, passed away on Sunday May 21. 

Clarence was born on Dec. 26, 1923 in West Union, to parents Bert and Ruth (Wilbur) Jellings. 

Clarence graduated from West Union High School in 1941. 

On Dec. 28, 1945 he was united in marriage to Carmen Lois Schweinefus at West Clermont Lutheran Church.

Clarence started his career in the dairy industry in Postville and Albert Lea, Minn. The family moved to Clinton in 1966, where he worked as a dairy and restaurant inspector for the city and county of Clinton. 

Clarence retired in 1986, and then enjoyed many years of adventurous travels to 20 countries and across North America with his wife. 

His favorite hobbies were gardening, historical preservation, and home rehabilitation. He served as President of the Clinton County Historical Society in the 1990s. He worked over several decades to restore his daughters’ 1880s period homes in Clermont.

Clarence was baptized as an adult with his entire family when his brother entered service in WWII. He remained a devout Christian throughout his life, and served in many leadership positions at Atonement Lutheran Church in Clinton.

Clarence was a dedicated family man, and his gentle manner, soft brown eyes, and easy smile and wit will be missed by all.

Clarence is survived by his wife Lois; daughters Sharon Harris and Rebecca Brendel of Clermont; sons Charles of Colorado and Christopher (Karein Goertz) of Ann Arbor, Mich.; and sister Arleta (Don) Vandersee of Fayette. Clarence has two grandchildren, Amy Brendel (Felicia) and Kai Jellings; two great-grandchildren Sydney and Kyle; and a great many nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Donald and Robert; and sister Doris Daniels.

Visitation and services were held last week at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clinton, and interment is at God’s Acre Cemetery in Clermont.            22u22

George Richards

George S. “Bud” Richards passed away on May 14, 2017, in his home with his wife Dorothy, their five children, and other family members at his side. 

George is survived by Dorothy, his wife of 66 years; his sister Ilah Mae Raaz, of Grand Terrace, CA; daughter, Georgia (Tom Tucker) of Windermere, FL; son, Marshall of Phoenix, AZ; daughter, Vicki (Chris Meinecke) of Maquoketa, IA; daughter, Kimberly (Scott Woodruff) of Kansas City, MO; son, Mark (Cyndi) of Mooresville, NC; his brother-in-law, Dr. Edwin Running of Arvada, CO; 10 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and eight nieces.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ida Richards; his parents-in-law, Edwin and Margaret Running; brother-in-law, Quentin Raaz; and niece, Barbara (Raaz) Leach.  

Memorial services will be held in both Arizona and Iowa. Service details are pending.

George was born Nov. 11, 1929, in Carroll, Iowa.  He was the younger of George E. Richards and Ida Kehoe’s two children, growing up with his sister (Ilah Mae Raaz) in Jefferson, Iowa.  

He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1947, and attended Upper Iowa University, where he was a member of the football, basketball and track teams. He excelled in all sports and was coached by the legendary Dr. John “Doc” Dorman, who coached at Upper Iowa for over 50 years. 

It was also during this time as a college student athlete, that George met Dorothy Running of Oelwein, IA. They were married on New Year’s Day in 1951.  

Following college graduation in May 1951, George began his coaching career in Farmersburg, Iowa, coaching all sports at this Clayton County school. This experience was followed by head high school football coaching positions at Fayette, New Hampton and Estherville. 

George served as Upper Iowa University’s head basketball coach and assistant football coach from 1960-61. He concluded his football coaching career as the Upper Iowa head football coach from 1974 to 1976, accepting no compensation, wanting only to give back to the institution that provided him so many great opportunities. 

George, and his son Marshall are both members of the Upper Iowa University Athletics Hall of Fame. 

George and Dorothy purchased an independent insurance agency in Fayette, IA in 1962, and spent the next 30 years raising their family, involving themselves in their children’s activities in school and sports, and enjoying small-town Iowa life. 

George especially enjoyed woodworking, golfing with friends, and spending time at their cabin on the Mississippi River, where the family enjoyed boating, swimming, water skiing, fishing and good times with friends. They sold the insurance business in 1990, and moved to Park City, Utah, and then to Phoenix, Ariz., in 2004, continuing to enjoy their growing extended family and new friends.   

Memorial contributions may be made to either of these organizations:

George Richards Endowment Football Fund

Upper Iowa University

P.O. Box 1857

Fayette, IA 52142

Aegis Homecare

2304 E. Geneva Drive

Tempe, AZ 85282

Malcolm Whittle

Malcolm Lawrence Whittle, 87, of Elkader, died Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at Central Community Hospital in Elkader. He was born September 1, 1929, on the family farm in rural Communia to Clement and Elsie (Kopp) Whittle. Malcolm graduated from Elkader High School.

He was united in marriage with JoAnn Rita Shea on November 8, 1952, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elkader. The couple was blessed with five children. Malcolm was a logger – he worked at Grau Logs and Lumber in Elkader for over 30 years and drove a log truck for many years.

He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, mushroom hunting, and hunting and was a little league coach when his children were young.

Survivors include his wife JoAnn of Elkader, children, Richard (Julie) Whittle of Elgin, Steve Whittle of Elkader, Kathy (Mike) Leistikow of Decorah, Doug (Janet) Whittle of Watertown, WI and Dave Whittle of Elkader; ten grandchildren, Shawn (Alicia) Whittle, Amanda (Adam) Schmitt, Jeremy (Megan) Whittle, Cody Whittle, Colton (Keri) Whittle, Nathan (Tracy) Leistikow, Erin (Dustin) Vercande, Jason Whittle, Andrew Whittle and Jacob Whittle; eight great-grandchildren and one brother, Norbert (Dorothy) Whittle of Milwaukee.

Malcolm was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Edith (Dale) Peck and two brothers, Burnell (Bernice) Whittle and Earl (Ruth) Whittle.

Visitation: 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. on Monday, May 29, 2017, at Leonard-Grau Funeral Home in Elkader and after 9:30 A.M. on Tuesday at the church.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Elkader with Rev. Paul Peters officiating.

Interment: St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Elkader.

Leonard-Grau Funeral Home & Cremation Service is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left with www.graufuneralhomes.com

Esther Stuart

 Esther R. Stuart, 94, of Muscatine, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, May, 20, 2017, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2017, at St. Mathias Church. Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2017, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home with a Rosary Prayer Service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Ss. Mary and Mathias Parish. Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com.

Esther was born on January, 14, 1923, in Ossian, Iowa, the daughter of William J. and Rose A. Geling Uhlenhake. She married Raphael Moellers on May 6, 1943, in Ossian. He preceded her in death in 1966. She married Glen Stuart on July, 12, 1973, in Nashua. He preceded her in death in 2006.

She was a member of Ss. Mary and Mathias Parish, Catholic Daughters of the Americas-Joan of Arc Court 524, Bloomington Grange, Woman of the Moose, Ambassadors Club, with whom she traveled to many countries. She enjoyed dancing, fishing, gardening, playing cards, and many varieties of needle work.  

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Waneta Montgomery and husband, Roger, of Davenport, Loyal ‘Bill’ Moellers and wife, Catherine, of California, Myra DeWulf of California, Lynn McClamon and Renee Elliott and husband, Scott, all of Muscatine; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to her long time care giver, Tina Last, and her close friend, Pearl Salek. Also the nurses at MICU East at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

She is preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; one son-in-law, Jack McClamon; and one brother Ivan Uhlenhake.

Mary Ann Roach

Mary Ann Roach, 88, of West Union, Iowa passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Traditions in West Union, Iowa.  

Mary Ann (Lockwood) Roach was born Feb. 16, 1929 in Valentine, Neb., to Lewis and Ann Elizabeth (Hill) Lockwood.  

The family moved to a farm outside of Fayette, Iowa. Mary Ann attended country school and graduated from Fayette High School, where she was their first Homecoming Queen. 

She then attended nurses training in Des Moines and began a long career as an RN, caring for patients locally at Palmer Memorial Hospital, and then West Union Medical Clinic until her retirement.

Mary Ann married Matthew “Mick” Roach in Fayette on April 11, 1953.  They enjoyed 57 years together until his death in 2010.  Together they raised four children.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Mary Ann was talented in sewing, crocheting, and knitting, and shared her creations with friends and family.  Even in her later years, visitors were sent home with a dishcloth that she had knitted.  She loved animals, birds, gardening, and the Chicago Cubs. 

She had a very strong faith and was a member of Holy Name Catholic Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Colleen (Dwight) Ohrt and Barb Van Horn (fiancé Rob Casey) and two sons, Stephen Roach and Mike (Judy) Roach, all of West Union; four grandsons, Wade Crowe, Matthew Crowe, Andy (Alison) Roach, and Eric Van Horn; two granddaughters, Katie Roach and Monica Van Horn; two sisters, Helen Scheidel and Fran Popenhagen; one brother, Robert (Ruth) Lockwood; two sisters-in-law, Elizabeth (Lane) Ash and Deborah Roach; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her brother, Harold Lockwood, and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.  

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, June 8, 2017 at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union.

Visitation will be held 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home in West Union and one hour before services on Thursday at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union.

Interment will be held in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in West Union, Iowa.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Services of West Union, Iowa is assisting the family with arrangements.    23u23

Evelyn Marovets

Evelyn Lorraine Marovets, 93, of McGregor, Iowa died Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Elkader Care Center, Elkader, Iowa. 

Evelyn was born July 24, 1923 to Alfred and Hilda (Torkelson) Kleppe in rural Ossian, Iowa. 

She attended country school.

Evelyn was united in marriage with Ben Marovets on Oct. 11, 1946 at First Lutheran Church, Ossian, Iowa. 

Ben and Evelyn farmed side by side until 1971, when they retired to a 40-acre farm a quarter mile from the home place. Evelyn loved the outdoors and milked cows by hand, grew garden vegetables to can and also raised chickens. She loved to bake homemade bread and cakes and always had cookies on hand for anyone who stopped by. Her pies were out of this world. She was a second mother to many nieces and nephews, who would stay at the farm in the summer. Her Norwegian humor will be remembered by all.

Evelyn is survived by her twins, a daughter, Karon (Richard) Bahls of Elkader, Iowa and a son, Keith (Pat) Marovets of Postville, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Joyce Marovets of Elkader, Iowa; nine grandchildren, Douglas (Jennifer) Bahls of Coal Valley, Ill., Michael Bahls of Edgewood, Iowa, Gregory (Jessica) Bahls of Manchester, Iowa, Dr. Brian (Alison) Marovets of Williamsburg, Iowa, Eric (Linda) Marovets of Des Moines, Iowa, Mitchell (Amanda) Marovets of Waukee, Iowa, Michelle (David) Moser of Elkader, Iowa, Angela Marovets of Monona, Iowa and Brenda (Christopher) Schaefers of Edgewood, Iowa; 21 great-grandchildren; two brothers-in-law, Jack Marovets of Guttenberg, Iowa and George Mueller of West Union, Iowa; one sister-in-law, Fern Kleppe of Postville, Iowa; and several nieces and nephews.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ben; son, Stanley in 2011; her three sisters, Helen Daniels, Margaret Larson and Vivian Mueller; and three brothers, Adrian Kleppe, Arnold Kleppe and Leslie Kleppe.

Funeral Services were at 11:00 am on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at Living Faith United Methodist Parish, Monona, Iowa with Rev. Gary Hatcher as the Officiant.

Burial followed at Monona Cemetery, Monona, Iowa.

Leonard-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Monona, Iowa helped the family with the arrangements.      23u23

Daryl Appelman

Daryl Appelman, 74, of West Union, Iowa passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Gundersen Health Systems in LaCrosse, Wisconsin.  

Daryl Clarence, the son of Lewis and Agnes (Winter) Appelman, was born April 4, 1943 in Hawkeye, Iowa. 

Daryl graduated with the Class of 1961 from North High School in West Union and then attended Universal Trade School in Omaha, Nebraska.  

Daryl worked for Schwan’s Company and Reyner Vault Company in West Union and Blessing Industries in Fayette, Iowa. He also mowed lawns at North Fayette Schools and the West Union Recreation Center.

He served with the Army National Guard for six years.

Daryl was united in marriage with Judith Weidemann on May 18, 1968 at Zion Lutheran Church in West Union.  To this union one daughter, Sarah, was born.

Daryl was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and West Union American Legion Post 15.  

He loved attending his grandchildren’s activities, playing cards, solving crossword puzzles, gardening, fishing, and snuggling with his dog, Sophie.

Daryl is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judy; his daughter, Sarah (Nathan) Lerch of West Union; his grandchildren, Allison Ahern, Kaylee Lerch, Dylan Lerch, and Nolan Lerch; three siblings, Charles Appelman of Normal, Illinois; Dorothy (Nick) Steinlage of West Union; and Tom (Becky) Appelman of Freeport, Illinois; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Willie (Kathryn) Weidemann, Paul (Deanna) Weidemann, Karen (Dale) Dyke, Fred (Kathy) Mittan, and Elaine Weidemann, all of West Union; and many nieces and nephews.

Daryl was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Agnes; father- and mother-in-law, Carl and Laura Weidemann; brothers- and sister-in-law, John Weidemann; Charlie and Carol Weidemann; and a nephew, Tim Steinlage.

Funeral Services were held at 10:30 am Friday, June 2, 2017 at Zion Lutheran Church in West Union.

Interment was held in the West Union Cemetery in West Union, Iowa with military rites.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Services of West Union, Iowa assisted the family with arrangements.         23u23

Garry Schott

Garry L. Schott, 70, of Eldorado, Iowa passed away Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Gundersen Health Systems in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. 

Garry Lee, the son of Fred and Ruth (Entwisle) Schott, was born Nov. 7, 1946 in West Union, Iowa.  

He was baptized on May 25, 1975 and confirmed on April 5, 1981, with his son Troy at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in West Union.  

He attended school in Clermont, Iowa.  

Garry farmed near Clermont for several years. He mainly worked as a carpenter for Midwest Buildings in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Garry was united in marriage with Kathy Kamaus on Nov. 8, 1964.  To this union three children, Troy, Todd, and Aimee, were born.  Garry and Kathy later divorced.  

Garry was then united with Karolyn Moritz, a union that has lasted 36 years.  As Garry and Karolyn blended their families, Garry gained four children, Tammie, Terrie, Dennis “Mick” and Jane.

Garry served as the unofficial “Mayor” of Eldorado and helped wherever he could.  

He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and tinkering in his garage.  He loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching western movies.

Garry is survived by his longtime love, Karolyn of Eldorado; his children, Troy (Judy) Schott of Clermont, Iowa; Todd (Danielle Wagner) Schott of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Aimee (Jon Martin) Schott of West Union, Iowa; Tammie (Dan Becker) Crandall of Elgin, Iowa; Terrie (Kevin) Musland of Elgin, Iowa; and Jane (Mark) Gamm of West Union, Iowa; 38 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; one brother Willis (Shelby) Schott of Clermont, Iowa; and his faithful companions, Jocko and Jojo.

Garry was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Dennis “Mick” Moritz; his brothers, Larry, Duane “Sandy,” Art, and Marvin Schott; and his sister, Jane Helgerson. 

Funeral Services were held at 11 am Thursday, June 1, 2017 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Eldorado.

A Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date in God’s Acres Cemetery in Clermont, Iowa.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Services of West Union, Iowa is assisting the family with arrangements.   23u23

Dr. Ronald Abbott

Dr. Ronald Abbott, 86, of Randalia died Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union.

Ronald Thomson was born Nov. 25, 1930 to Sydney and Margaret (McAllister) Abbott in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Virginia Abbott of Randalia, Iowa; seven children, Ronald Abbott of Storrs, Conn., Alexandra Abbott of Fayette, Iowa, David Abbott of Greer, S.C., Philip Abbott of South Bend, Ind., Kathryn Quinn of Washington, D.C., Brian Abbott of Iowa City, Iowa and Margaret Abbott of Seattle, Wash.

Ronald was preceded in death by his parents and a sister.

No services are planned at this time.

Burnham-Wood-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of West Union, Iowa is assisting the family.

Art Hemesath

Art Hemesath, 93, of Ossian, Iowa died Friday, May 26, 2017 at Ossian Senior Hospice, Ossian, Iowa. 

Art was born Dec. 26, 1923 to Henry and Alvina (Scheidelmantel) Hemesath in Ossian, Iowa. 

He attended DeSales School. 

Art enlisted in the United States Navy in March 1945 and was honorably discharged on Nov. 14, 1946. 

Art was united in marriage with Janet Wallmark, daughter of Cliff and Callista Wallmark on May 21, 1953. Six children were born to this union.

Art was a man of enthusiasm and brought a lot of energy to any business or project he undertook. He owned and operated Art’s Roller Rink for 25 years. A place many lasting friendships and courtships occurred alongside a heck of a lot of fun. He had several smaller businesses, including Art’s Car Wash, Art’s Auction House and Art’s Bulls and Boars. He owned Hemesath Steel Construction Cuckler Building Systems for 19 years.

Art was of the Greatest Generation and served God, country and community his entire life. He was on community boards including the Ossian Senior Hospice Board of Directors for 24 years, the Winneshiek County Conservation Board for 8 years, the Winneshiek County Board of Review for 22 years, and the Finance Committee for St. Francis DeSales Parish for 19 years. 

He joined Knights of Columbus in 1942 and was Grand Knight and Faithful Navigator. He was a member of American Legion Post 503 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1977. 

Art hung the Ossian Christmas decorations downtown for many decades and was involved in too many community projects to list.

Art grew up in a musical family. He picked up playing the tuba around age 55 and for the following 20 years could be found most weekends playing polkas. 

Art is survived by his former wife, Janet Hemesath of Ossian, Iowa; children, Cliff (Norine) Hemesath of Ossian, Iowa, Rick (Anita) Hemesath of Ossian, Iowa, Arlinda Michael (John Moskwa) of Madison, Wisconsin, Ron (Wanda) Hemesath of Decorah, Iowa, Lou Ann (Victor) Register of Morris, Illinois and Rod Hemesath of Ossian, Iowa; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; a brother, Henry (Marilyn) Hemesath of Monona, Iowa; and sisters-in-law, DeEtta (Alphonse) Hemesath of Decorah, Iowa and DeAnn (Elmer) Hemesath of Ossian, Iowa. 

Art was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Alvina Hemesath; brothers, Joseph, Alphonse and Elmer Hemesath; and sister, Doris Huber.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 am on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Ossian, Iowa with Rev. Richard Kuhn and Rev. Robert Gross as the Concelebrants.

Interment followed at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Cemetery, Ossian, Iowa with Military Rites.

Schmitz-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Ossian, Iowa helped the family with arrangements.       23u23

Jon Steege

Jonathan P. “Jon” Steege, 69, of Maynard, Iowa died Saturday evening, June 10, 2017 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Thursday, June 15, 2017 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Maynard with Rev. Dennis Frank officiating.

Visitation: 4 to 8 P.M. Wednesday at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Maynard and after 9:30 A.M. Thursday at the church.

Interment: Hope Cemetery, rural Westgate, Iowa.

Memorials may be directed in his name to Living Lands Fellowship Fund with Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation.

Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com.

Jonathan Paul Steege was born May 31, 1948 at Oelwein, Iowa, the son of Victor and Dorothy Lavonne (Thomae) Steege.  

In 1966, he graduated from West Central High School in Maynard.  

On May 16, 1970, he was united in marriage to Kathryn Diana Timmerman at Zion Lutheran Church in Castalia, Iowa.  

Jon farmed in the Maynard area.  He was also employed by Fayette County as the Integrated Roadside Vegetation Manager for 25 years.  

Jon was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Maynard and Pheasants Forever. He was a Hunter Safety instructor for over 30 years. 

Jon enjoyed Farmall Tractors, conservation, hunting, cowboy poetry and traveling to Montana and Colorado. 

Jon is survived by his wife: Kathy Steege of Maynard; son: Paul (Kaye) Steege of Cedar Rapids; daughter: Larissa (Troy) Rasmussen of Jackson, Minnesota; two grandchildren: Andrew and Elise Rasmussen; sister: Stephanie Steege of Maynard; mother-in-law: Delores Timmerman of Decorah; step-mother-in-law: Betty Timmerman of Decorah;

brother-in-law: Gary Timmerman of Decorah; and sister-in-law: Becky Timmerman of California.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and father-in-law: Wayne Timmerman.            24u24

Roberta Brannon

Roberta F. Brannon age 98 of Waucoma, IA died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at New Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 15, 2017, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Waucoma with Rev. Kyle Digmann presiding. 

The pall will be placed by Roberta's great-grandchildren, Cody Udelhofen, Alli Udelhofen, Josie Nyblom, and Brenna Bodensteiner. 

Lectors for the service are Roberta's grandchildren Greg Bodensteiner, Joe Kerner, Denise Udelhofen, and Carla Christiansen. 

Presenting the offertory gifts will be Jenna Nyblom, Ryan Christiansen, Michael Brannon, Brittney Bodensteiner, and Brady Bodensteiner.

Interment will be held in St. Rose Cemetery, rural Waucoma with Richard Adams, Bob Brannon, Bill Pardee, Hugh Brannon, Bruce Adams, and John Brannon serving as pallbearers.

Friends may greet the family 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at the Waucoma Event Center (308 Riverview Drive West, Waucoma) where there will be a 3:30 p.m. Rosary and a 7:00 p.m. Parish Scripture Service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Thursday.  

Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home in Waucoma is entrusted with arrangements.  

Online condolences for Roberta's family may be left at hugebackfunrealhome.com.

Roberta Florence Brannon was born July 14, 1918, in Waucoma, IA, the only daughter of William and Maude (Baskerville) Adams.

She was baptized and confirmed at the Waucoma Methodist Church AKA the Federated Church. 

Roberta attended the Waucoma Public School and graduated in 1935 as valedictorian of her class. Then attending Upper Iowa University and graduated from Iowa State University with a BS degree in Household Equipment. In 1944, she received a General Business Degree from Hamilton Business College in Mason City, IA. Roberta received her MA in Home Economics Education from the University of Northern Iowa in 1973. 

Roberta was employed by schools in Napier, Alpha, Waucoma and the Turkey Valley Community School. 

On June 12, 1943, Roberta was united in marriage to Leonard Brannon at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waucoma. 

Roberta was a 60 plus year member of St. Mary’s Catholic Daughters of America, 60 plus year member of the Hannah Lee Chapter DAR and a 75 year member of Sigma Kappa Phi Social Sorority. She was a longtime 4-H leader in Eden Township for the Eden Starlets. Roberta was also a volunteer at the Waucoma Public Library. 

Roberta enjoyed growing a large garden, food preservation and she enjoyed preparing large meals for family, hired men and visitors. She was an accomplished seamstress. One of her hobbies was to compile family and community histories. Roberta enjoyed sending and receiving Christmas cards, and made sure each card she sent was personalized. 

Roberta is survived by two daughters, Beatrice (Duane) Bodensteiner of Fredericksburg, IA, Janice Kerner of Knoxville, IA; two sons, Charles Brannon of Rochester, MN, Edward Brannon of Waucoma, IA; eight grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Norma Adams of Waucoma, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Maude Baskerville Adams and William Adams; her husband of 62 years Leonard in 2007; son, Joseph in 2005; two brothers, Ralph Adams in 2011, and Jack Adams in 2015.    24u24

Mary Greetan

Mary Frances Murphy Greetan, 85, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2017 at her home in Carlsbad, N.M.  

A Funeral Mass was held at San Jose Catholic Church in Carlsbad on June 9, 2017, followed by cremation.  

Services were entrusted to West Funeral Home in Carlsbad.   

Mary Frances Murphy Greetan was born on Oct. 9, 1931, on a farm in West Union, Iowa, in Union Township, Fayette County, to parents William and Elizabeth Miller Murphy.  

She was raised and educated in Iowa and graduated from high school in 1949.

Following graduation she worked as a telephone operator for Northwestern Bell Telephone for eight years.

Mary and the love of her life, Donald Greetan, were married Aug. 8, 1957 at Cannon Air Force Base in Clovis, N.M. She followed her husband to new assignments in New Mexico, Texas and Michigan. She raised and cared for their seven children while Don served his country.  

In 1976, Mary and Don made Carlsbad, N.M., their permanent home.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Don Greetan; her parents; and siblings Raymond Murphy, Kay Kohn, Sam Murphy and Charlie Murphy.

She is survived by her children Patrick (Kathy) Greetan of Midland, Texas, William (Becky) Greetan of El Paso, Texas, Kathleen (Charles) Toy of Oklahoma City, Okla., Don (Jonella) Greetan of Artesia, N.M., Thomas Greetan of Albuquerque, N.M., Susan (Ron) Goeke of Albuquerque, N.M., and Jeanne (Clint) Thompson of Carlsbad, N.M.; a brother, Leo Murphy of Plano, TX; 15 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; her faithful puppy and companion Gidget; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jonah's House, Packs For Hunger, or the Cat's Meow, all of which are located in Carlsbad, N.M.

Condolences may be expressed online at westfuneralhomellc.com.

Condolences may also be shared with the family by mailing to Jeanne Thompson, 1807 Curry Rd., Carlsbad, NM 88220.

Steven Niles

Steven R. Niles, 70, of Fayette, died unexpectedly Monday, June 5, 2017, at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 8, 2017, at the Fayette Community Church with Pastor Andy Sayer officiating. Interment will be held at Lima Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Wednesday, June 7th at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Fayette and for one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com.

Steven Rex, son of Rex and Joyce (Ideker) Niles, Jr. was born March 10, 1947, at the New Hampton Hospital. He received his education in the Fayette Schools graduating from Fayette High School in 1965. Following high school, Steve continued his education at trade school for mechanics. While attending school at night, he also worked as a mechanic at Zabriskie Auto Shop in Fayette. On March 6, 1970, he was united in marriage with Carol Lamphier at the United Methodist Church in West Union. Steve continued to work for Zabriskie until purchasing the family farm in the spring of 1972. In addition to farming, he had an auto shop he operated at their farm. In 2005, Steve accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized on September 7, 2006, by Pastor Carl Tenney at the Volga River. Steve always said that he was very fortunate to be able to work in areas that he thoroughly enjoyed, farming and auto repair. He was a very skilled auto mechanic and enjoyed finding new ways to fix things. Steve also enjoyed being involved at the Fayette Community Church, reading, but most especially enjoyed time spent with his family.

In addition to his wife, Carol of Fayette, Steve is survived by his four children, Angie (Roy) Smith of Kanawha, Kevin Niles of Independence, Amy (Kevin) Murphy of Oelwein, and Joe (Kelly) Niles of Manchester; seven grandchildren, Heather (Tim) Finley, Sonya Gordon, Ashley Murphy, Tyler Murphy, Alex (Sue) Eaton, Kennedy Niles, and Sam Niles; two great-grandchildren, Ronald and Rickie Finley; two brothers, Jim (Myrna) Niles of Sumner, and Paul Niles of Wadena; two sisters, Linda (Len) Zody of Merriam, Kansas, and Janet (Bruce) Orr of Randalia; many nieces and nephews; and three sisters-in-law, Bonnie Kline of Fayette, Mabel (Frank) Garcia of Oelwein, and Becky (Bruce) Ingersoll of Fayette.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and several in-laws.

Michael Moser

Michael Ames Moser, 27, of St. Charles Missouri, formerly of West Union, Iowa, passed away Friday, June 23, 2017, unexpectedly of natural causes at home.

A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Thursday, June 29, 2017, at Upper Iowa University- Dorman Gymnasium, Fayette, Iowa.

A private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Grandview Cemetery, Fayette.

Michael Ames Moser was born on July 25, 1989, to Rick and Kathryn (Ganske) Moser in West Union, Iowa.

He graduated from North Fayette High School in 2007 and attended St. Cloud State for one year where he was a member of the football team. Mike was an Upper Iowa University graduate and played football for the Peacocks for six seasons. 

On June 1, 2013, Mike was married to his childhood sweetheart, Tiffany Einck, at Grace Meyer Square at Upper Iowa University, Fayette, Iowa. To this union, the couple was blessed with their daughter Madilyn.

He worked for Hibu Company in Cedar Rapids, Iowa for four years and recently moved to St. Charles, Missouri, as a sales representative in the advertising group.

He loved golf, attending sporting events, coaching football and helping the kids. Mike was known as the "all-time fun planner,” enjoying time with his family and many friends over the years. Mike's greatest love was his wife, Tiffany, and daughter Madilyn.

Mike is survived by wife Tiffany and daughter Madilyn Moser of St. Charles, MO; parents, Rick and Kathryn Moser of Independence, IA; brother, Matthew (Amber) Moser of Cedar Falls, IA; niece, Makena Moser of Cedar Falls, IA; grandparents, Bill and Dixie Ganske of Sumner, IA; grandmother, Ruth Moser of Fayette, IA; parents-in-law, Troy and Amie Johansen of West Union, IA; father-in-law, Mike Einck of Postville, IA; brother-in-law, Brayden Einck of Postville, IA; sister-in-law, Patience (Josh) Williams of Omaha, NE; nephew, Caleb Williams of Omaha, NE; niece, Skylar Williams of Omaha, NE; as well as, many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Bruce Moser.

S.K. Rogers Funeral Home, Fayette, is in charge of arrangements.       26u26

Susan Dohrmann

Susan Jane Dohrmann, age 75, of Fayette, Iowa died on June 24, 2017 warmly embraced by family and friends. 

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, William B. Dohrmann, and their children, Ann Dohrmann (Matt Maruggi), Jane Dohrmann (Don Anderson), Tom Dohrmann (Nayantara Mukerji), grandchildren Hope Dohrmann Anderson, Benjamin Dohrmann Maruggi, Sofia Dohrmann Maruggi, Ishan Dohrmann, and Ila Dohrmann. 

Additional surviving family members include her sister Linda Ellis (William Ellis), brother Albert “Sparky” Duroe (Suzanne Duroe), brother-in-law Boyd Dohrmann (Irene Dohrmann), numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and a lifetime of friends.  

She was preceded in death by her parents Alvina and Collingwood Duroe and parents-in-law Fern and Bernard Dohrmann.

Susan Jane Duroe was born in Des Moines and moved with her parents to Jesup in 1955.

Sue graduated from Jesup High School and Iowa State University, majoring in Home Economics with a minor in Math. She later earned a Master of Counseling degree from Pittsburg State University (while raising three children).  

She worked as a teacher, guidance counselor, and administrator (serving as Director of School-Based Youth Services) for over 30 years. Sue was truly passionate about helping all children receive the guidance, support, and nurturance they deserve.

Sue cared deeply about her friends and community. She was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority, the PEO Sisterhood, United Methodist Women, and First United Methodist Church of Fayette.  Sue taught Sunday School for over 25 years and played a leadership role on various committees in her congregation.  

She volunteered at Maple Crest Manor, with Meals on Wheels, and in the RSVP program for the Oelwein Community School District.  She served on the Fayette Community Library Board and in multiple capacities on behalf of the city of Fayette, including supporting her spouse Bill in his role as mayor.

Bill and Sue loved to travel, attend Iowa State University football and basketball games, and in recent years, spend part of the winter in Florida at Ocean Pointe with a new community of friends there.

Sue will be remembered for many things – her vibrant smile, her warm hospitality, her attention to detail and her strong organizational skills. However, for those who knew her well, she will be remembered most for her ability to be with others, learn their stories, and help them feel special and loved. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services were held at First United Methodist Church, Fayette, Iowa, on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Hyeunmee Kang officiating.  Carol Katsumes was the organist.  Special music was by John Falb, soloist with accompanist, Linda Johansen.  

Honorary Casket Bearers were Bill Prochaska, Don Bahe, Roy Karlson, Del Bowden and Bob Vasko.  

Casket Bearers were Boyd Dohrmann, Albert C. Duroe, William Ellis, Ben Dohrmann, Rodney Duroe and Sean Ellis.  

Burial was at the Hampton Cemetery, Hampton, Iowa.

Donations may be made in Sue’s memory to Oelwein Dollars for Scholars, Fayette Community Library, Fayette First United Methodist Church, Rainbow Land Preschool and Day Care Center, the 4-H Foundation, or to the nonprofit organization of your choice.

Online condolences may be posted at www.White-MtHope.com.

White Funeral Home, Jesup, Iowa was in charge of the arrangements.     26u26

Ronald Kruse

A Mass of Christian Burial for Ronald Kruse, 79, of Fort Atkinson was celebrated on Wednesday, June 21, at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas.

Ronald died Saturday, June 17, 2017, following a short illness.

James Scally

James J. Scally, age 63 of Waterloo, IA formerly of New Hampton, died Saturday, June 17, 2017 at his home of natural causes.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date with burial at Calvary Cemetery in New Hampton.  

Online condolences for Jim's family may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. 

Memorials may be directed to the family.

James "Jim" Scally was born Dec. 1, 1953 in New Hampton, the son of Francis and Jovina (Gerleman) Scally.  

He worked at White Corporation, Conway Trucking, and most recently retired from Target Distribution Center. 

Jim is survived by a brother, Larry (Lois) Scally of Hudson, IA; five sisters, Virginia (Salvatore) Pellegrino of Minneapolis, MN, Marilyn Scally of Des Moines, Darlys (Mary West) Baker of Johnston, IA, Helen Clark of Des Moines and Karen (Gary) Skinner of West Union, IA and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Robert Proctor

Robert W. Proctor, age 91, passed away at Manor Care Nursing Home in Waterloo, Iowa on July 5, 2017. 

Robert was one of two children born to Ralph and Wanda Proctor of Alpha, Ia.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia, his sister, Lorraine (Rollin) Krueger, stepchildren Roger Huschen of Alpha, IA and Lucinda (Vernon) Schmitz of West Union, IA, and three children, Luanne Douglas of Forest City, IA, Charlie Proctor of Boone, IA, and Tim (Jenny) Proctor of Patton, MO. 

Robert proudly served his country as a Private in the United States Army and was a cook during the WW II campaign in the Pacific. He was a member of the American Legion for 70 years. 

Robert worked as a farm hand and, later, an over the road truck driver. His youngest son, Tim, recalls the times in his childhood that he would accompany his father on work trips, and especially remembers the exciting time that they were pulled over and temporarily jailed while carrying a load of explosives through Las Vegas.

Robert and his wife, Patricia, acquired the Alpha Tavern in the ‘80s and made many colorful and lasting memories during the years they owned the business.  

Robert was an avid fisherman, rarely missed an auction, and enjoyed collecting and selling scrap metal. He was followed around his farm by his rag-tag collection of cats, whom he fed with fidelity. He found joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

The family will gather for a private graveside memorial and celebration of life on July 22.          29u29

Diane Fay

Diane M. Fay, formerly of Sumner, died Friday, May 12, 2017, at her home in Des Moines.  

On Sunday, July 23, a rosary will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 6 p.m. The family will then greet friends and relatives until 8 p.m. 

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 24. 

All events will take place at Immaculate Conception Church in Sumner.