Max Lage, 1904-2002

May 7, 2002

Max Lage, 98, of Sheffield, died on Thursday, May 2, 2002, at the Sheffield Care Center.

Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, May 4, at the First Baptist Church in Sheffield, with Rev. David Schwechel presiding. Burial was in the Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. Visitation was from 5-8:00 p.m., on Friday, at the Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf-Grarup Funeral Home.

Max Lage, was born on April 25, 1904, on the family farm in Carroll County, a son of James Herman and Augusta (Witt) Lage. His family moved to the Latimer area. He attended Iowa State College in Ames for classes on dairy farming and after working on dairy farms for other people he eventually had his own dairy farm near Latimer.

On February 25, 1937, Max was united in marriage with Ione Mae Heidkross at the Parsonage of the First Baptist Church in Mason City. They made their home on the farm Ione was born on, northwest of Sheffield, and lived there until 1998.

Max was baptized into the First Baptist Church, Sheffield, in 1943 and served many years as Deacon. He was active in farming the entire 61 years he lived on the farm at Sheffield and was a long time member of Farm Bureau. Max was a devoted and loving husband who took care of his wife at home for many years. He was also known as a considerate employer and took great pride in his family farm.

Max Lage is survived by 2 sons, John Lage and his wife, Meta of Sheffield and Dr. Gerald Lage and his wife, Colleen of Stillwater, Oklahoma; 4 grandchildren, Michael Lage and his wife, Diana and their children, Brandon and Tyler of Sheffield, Mark Lage and his wife, Pamela and their children, Ryan and Jacob of Sheffield, Brian Lage of Gladbrook, Iowa and Andrea Lage and her husband, Christopher Woltemade of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania; sister, Luella Givens of Titonka, Iowa; brother, Leland Lage of Mesa, Arizona; sister-in-law, Agnes Lage of Meservey; and many nieces and nephews.

Max was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Hazel (Sauers) Lage; Ione his wife of 64 years; 4 sisters, Pearl Regen, Louise Tofts, Vianthia Dreyer and Maude Guldberg; and 6 brothers, Ralph, James, Howard, Kenneth, Earl and Jess.
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Rev. Arnold Boehnke, 1911-2002

May 7, 2002

The Rev. Arnold F. Boehnke of Colorado Springs, Colorado, formerly of Garner, died on Friday, May 3, 2002, at the Penrose Hospital, Colorado Springs. He was 90.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, May 9, at the St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Garner, with the Rev. Carl Hedberg officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at the church on Thursday. The Cataldo Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Pastor Arnold F. Boehnke, the son of Carl August and Matilda (Dorow) Boehnke, was born on October 3, 1911 at Garner. He was baptized and confirmed at the St. John's Lutheran Church. He attended St. John's Parochial School before entering his ministerial training at Concordia College, St. Paul, Minnesota. He spent two years as Vicar at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Knoke, Iowa, teaching eight grades in a one-room Lutheran School and tending to pastoral duties for the congregation. He graduated from the Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri in 1937.

On September 5, 1937, he married Alice Helena Roenfanz at the St. John's Lutheran Church, Garner. During his years in the ministry, Pastor Boehnke served parishes in Knoke, Fort Dodge, and Lake City, Iowa; Great Falls, Montana; Jefferson, Iowa; as missionary-at-large for Leadville, Colorado and the surrounding areas; Ogden, Utah; and returned to serve Leadville, Colorado; and served First Lutheran Church, Salida, Colorado, until he retired from the active ministry in 1976.

While in Lake City, Iowa, he served as circuit counsel for and as pastoral counselor for the Lutheran Women's Missionary League. In the District, he was a member of the Youth Board and Board of Christian Education. He served as Chairman of the Family Life Committee and the Board of Appeals for the Iowa District West and the Colorado Districts. While in Leadville, Pastor Boehnke served as Chairman of the county CROP program and Lake County Board of Health, was a member of the Mental Health Clinic and the Family Planning, Committee. He served as a marriage counselor and counselor to alcoholics and as a board member of the State Hospital.

Upon retiring, Pastor Boehnke served as vacancy pastor in Colorado for the congregations of Golden, Kit Carson, Cheyenne Wells, Sugar City, Rocky Ford, and Bennett, as well as Shepherd of the Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Rev. Boehnke is survived by his wife, Alice of Colorado Springs; two sons, the Rev. Richard Boehnke and his wife, Gayle of Ortonville, Minnesota and Rev. David Boehnke and his wife, Lynn of Wheaton, Minnesota; a daughter, Lavonne Lehmpuhl and her husband, William of Colorado Springs; also 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Arthur Boehnke of Garner; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Albert, Charles, William and Herman Boehnke; and one sister, Tillie Hinrichs.
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Lloyd R. Ginapp, 1934-2002

May 7, 2002

Lloyd R. Ginapp, 68, of Rockwell, died on Friday night, May 3, 2002, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit.

A memorial mass celebrating Lloyd's life was held at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, May 7, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Rockwell, with the Rev. Leo Riley officiating. A gathering for friends and family was held from 4-8:00 p.m., on Monday, at the Sacred Heart School in Rockwell. A parish wake service was held at 5:00 p.m. in the school chapel. Interment was in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery of Rockwell.

Lloyd was born on February 20, 1934 in Dougherty, one of four children to Frederick and Hettie (Allen) Ginapp. In 1951 he graduated from the Sheffield High School and then assisted on the family farm.

On August 22, 1953, he was united in marriage to Irene Campbell at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Rockwell. He and his wife owned and operated Lloyd's Place Tavern in Rockwell where they started raising their four children. Lloyd also drove truck during this time for Mitchell Transport. Following the closing of that company he operated the American Legion Club in Rockwell off and on for several years depending on his health.

Lloyd was a crack shot at hunting and spent many relaxing trips fishing up North with his family and friends. His sense of humor was evident to all and he really enjoyed playing cards with his buddies. When he was younger he bowled and played softball. His volunteer service was most evident by serving on the Rockwell Fire Department for 44 years. Irene and Lloyd would often be found gliding around dance floors in the North Iowa area. In his later years spending time with his grandkids meant everything to him.

Those who shared in Lloyd's life include his wife of 48 years, Irene of Rockwell; two daughters, Anna Starkweather of Waverly, Mary and her husband, Rodney Askildson of Mason City; two sons, Tim Ginapp of Rockwell and Tom and his wife, Lori Ginapp of Mason City; twelve wonderful grandchildren, Neely Starkweather-Sable, Amy, Michael, and Keisha Starkweather, Shane, Cymbria, Angela, and Adam Askeldson, Abbi, Tony, Missy and Katie Ginapp; one great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Starkweather-Sable; and one brother, Leslie and his wife, Joreen Ginapp of Edgerton, Wisconsin.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; one grandson, David Starkweather; two brothers, Kenet and Lyle Ginapp; one step-sister, Norma Fingalsen; and his step-mother, May Ginapp.
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Evelyn Kyhl, 1905-2002

May 14, 2002

Funeral services for Evelyn Kyhl, 96, of Britt, were held on Saturday, May 4, 2002, at the United Methodist Church, Britt. The Rev. Robert Dodge officiated. Music was provided by Marilyn DeKruyff, who accompanied soloist, Carol Evers. Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Britt. The Ewing Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Evelyn died on Monday, February 4, 2002, at the Westview Care Center in Britt.

Evelyn, the daughter of Mortimore and Magdalene "Maggie" (Nelson) Truitt, was born on May 22, 1905 in Earl Park, Indiana. Her father died when she was three years old and the family moved to Hutchins, Iowa to live with her grandparents, Sven and Johanna Nelson. After living in Hutchins and north of Britt on Upper Flat, they moved to Balatine, Minnesota for three years. In 1917, her mother married C. M. Christenson and they moved to his farm north of Britt on Upper Flat.

She received her education in the country schools in Hutchins, Balatine, Minnesota and Upper Flat. She also attended the Britt High School. She attended the Upper Flat Church until moving to Britt. She loved playing the piano and reading until she lost her sight.

On November 11, 1926, Evelyn Truitt was united in marriage with Emil Kyhl at the home of her parents. The couple farmed near Britt for three years until 1929 when they moved to a ranch in Montana. In 1948, they returned to Britt.

Mrs. Kyhl was a long time member of the Rebekah Lodge, the Odd Fellows organization, and the United Methodist Church in Britt.

She is survived by two sons, Emil Kyhl, Jr. and his wife, Eleanor of Los Angeles, California and Arlen Kyhl and his wife, Tressa of Billings, Montana; a sister, Deloris Leaman and her husband, Dean of Columbia, Maryland; sister-in-law, Elina Shirah of Billings, Montana; 11 grandchildren including Mark Kyhl and his wife, Barb of Britt; 30 great-grandchildren; and 21 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Emil; two sons, Rollin and Denny; two grandsons, Chris and Kelly; three brothers, Emmet, Albert and Urban; and three sisters, Carol, Delphine and Evelyn.
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Memorial Services For Dennis Moen

May 14, 2002

Memorial services for Dennis "Denny" Moen, 50, of Montgomery, Texas, were held on Saturday, May 4, 2002, at the Metcalf Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Bob Southard and the Rev. Mike Rinehart officiated.

Dennis died on Tuesday, April 30, 2002 in Houston, Texas, from injuries sustained in a horse riding accident.

Dennis Moen, was born on July 24, 1951 in Forest City, Iowa. He was a licensed auctioneer in Iowa who enjoyed doing local benefit auctions. He was an avid golfer and horse rider.

Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Marie Moen of Montgomery, Texas; daughters, Jody Moen and her special friend, Dave Kaduce of Clear Lake and Betsy Moen of Montgomery, Texas.

Also surviving are a sister, JoAnn Steenblock and her husband, Leo of Forest City; his mother-in-law, Ruth Redalen of Montgomery, Texas; two nieces, Amber Moen and Mickie Steenblock, both of Forest City; Mentor, Tommy Lynn and other friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arlo and Maxine Moen.
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Francis E. "Frank" Richter, 1924-2002

May 14, 2002

Francis E. "Frank" Richter, died at his home, on Sunday, May 5, 2002, at the age of 77. 

A Funeral mass was held on Thursday, May 9, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley, Iowa. Father Daniel Greving was the celebrant. Interment was held in the St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Wesley. Casket bearers were grandsons, Patrick Smith, Brian Garman, Paul Richter, Shawn Richter, Jason Richter, Ben Richter, Brian Richter and Jeremy Richter. The Garry-Robert-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home of Wesley, Iowa was in charge of the arrangements.

Francis Eugene Richter, was born on August 12, 1924 near Wesley, to John and Laura Ferstl Richter. He received his education in Wesley, graduating from the Wesley High School in 1942. After his schooling, Frank farmed with his dad.

On September 14, 1944, Frank married Mary Gray at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Corwith. The couple continued farming east of Wesley until 1967. Frank then worked for Tom Forburger in building construction. He then worked for Bob Becker in the construction business for over 30 years. Frank also worked for the ASCS office in Garner, where he measured farm ground. He was also on the ASCS Board for a time.

Frank was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wesley. His greatest love in life was his wife, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary of Wesley; 2 daughters, Connie Smith and husband, Walt of Rock Hill, South Carolina and Georgene Garman of Wesley; 7 sons, Steve and wife, Scherry of Romona, California, Bill and wife, Cathie of Whittemore, Phil and special friend, Rhonda of Malvern, Tom and wife, Lori of Wesley, Iowa, Mark and wife, Tina of Johnstown, Ohio, Jeff and wife, Janice of Wesley and Jim and wife, Julie of Corwith; 35 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and 3 sisters, Ruth Baron of Bloomington, Minnesota, Heddie Dusold of Mason City and Ann Hayes and husband, Jack of Waterloo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; twin infant daughters, Mary and Marlene; 3 brothers, Jack, Urban and Ed; and 2 sisters, Marie Garry and Theresa Otis.
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Joyce E. Holta, 1928-2002

May 14, 2002

Joyce E. Holta, of Garner, died on Thursday, May 9, 2002, at the Good Shepherd Health Center, Mason City. She was 73.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 13, at the Cataldo Funeral Home in Garner, with the Rev. Michael Schueller of the St. Boniface Catholic Church officiating. Interment was in the Concord Township Cemetery. The Cataldo Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Joyce Elizabeth Holta, the adopted daughter of Angelo I. and Charlotte Mabel Johnson, was born on December 13, 1928 at St. Paul, Minnesota. She was baptized in Minot, North Dakota on August 31, 1930.

She lived with her parents in Minot, and moved with them to Algona in the 1950s. They later moved to Garner where Joyce's mother owned and operated a ladies and infant apparel shop on State Street.

Joyce was disabled and resided at the Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City since May of 1988. Eunice Robertson cared for Joyce and her mother, Charlotte, over the years. Joyce was a member of the St. Boniface Catholic Church.

She was preceded in death by her father, Angelo; and her mother, Charlotte on October 28, 1981.
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Harlan Stevenson, 1916-2002

May 21, 2002

Harlan R. Stevenson, of Britt, died on Sunday, May 12, 2002, at the Westview Care Center in Britt. He was 85.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 15, at the United Methodist Church, Britt. The Rev. Robert Dodge officiated. Music was provided by Frances Huling who accompanied soloist, Eugene Guenther and a congregational hymn. Ushers were Harry Smith and Dennis Zuehl.

Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery. Military services were provided by the Britt Ceremonial Unit. Casket bearers were Allan Orsen, Dennis Swyter, Steve Erickson, Jon Stevenson, Robert Sendle and Mike Stevenson. The Ewing Funeral Home of Britt was in charge of the arrangements.

Harlan Robert Stevenson, son of Minnie G. and Herbert R. Stevenson was born at Brandt, South Dakota on June 25, 1916. He attended country school through the eighth grade and graduated from the Morris School of Agriculture, Morris, Minnesota, in May of 1935.

He worked on road construction in Minnesota for a short time and then went to Weslaco, Texas and worked at a grapefruit juice plant. In 1938, he came to Britt and worked one season on a farm and then was employed by his uncles, Wallace and Les Stevenson who owned and operated the Stevenson Dairy at Britt.

On November 3, 1941, he married Alberta L. Clapsaddle from Britt at the Webster, South Dakota, First Methodist Church.

On January 24, 1942, he was drafted into the army. He trained at Camp Walters, Texas, then at Camp Shelby, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, training as an auto mechanic. October 5, 1942, he joined the 169th infantry, 43rd Division and served in the South Pacific Islands until May of 1945. He earned the Distinguished Service Cross and Purple Heart while on Russell Islands for the North Solomon Campaign during W.W. II. He earned the Bronze Star for his service on the Island of Iwo Jima. He received his honorable discharge on March 17, 1945.

Upon returning home, Mr. Stevenson farmed, built and sold buildings, raised hogs, and built and operated the Stevenson Feed and Farm Supply from 1957 to March of 1974. He enjoyed farming, building, traveling, woodworking, square dancing, and camping. He retired from farming in 1990.

Mr. Stevenson was a member of the Britt United Methodist Church, a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge, a member of the Eastern Star, VFW, and American Legion.

He is survived by his wife, Alberta of Britt; son, Gary and his wife, Mary Ann of Mounds View, Minnesota; grandchildren, Joshua and Katherine; three sisters, Bernice Swyter of Paynesville, Minnesota, DeLane Erickson of Mounds View, Minnesota and Ruth Smeby of Mason City; three brothers, Arnold and his friend, Marilyn of Lady of the Lake, Florida, Kenneth and his wife, Dorothy of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Robert and his friend, Vicky of Britt; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and four sisters, Hazel, Vera, Gladys and Jean.
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Marilyn S. Kruse, 1929-2002

May 21, 2002

Marilyn Adel Kruse, died at her home in LuVerne, on Tuesday, May 14, 2002. She was 73,

Funeral services were held on Friday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m., at the United Methodist Church in LuVerne, with Rev. Dale Reisner officiating. Casket bearers were Richard Bohan, Terry Warmbier, Dan Hilbert, Michael Bohan, Kim Nielson, and Roger Will. Burial was in the LuVerne Cemetery. The Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home of LuVerne was in charge of the arrangements.

Marilyn Adel Kruse, was born on January 25, 1929 at LuVerne, Iowa to Harold and Helen Wegner Nielson Sr. She received her education in LuVerne, graduating from the LuVerne High School in 1947. Marilyn then graduated from the LaJames College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology in Mason City, Iowa.

She was married to Dale T. Zentner on October 24,1948, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. The couple lived in LuVerne, where Marilyn owned and operated the LuVerne Beauty shop until 1990. Marilyn's husband, Dale preceded her in death in February 1993.

On September 25, 1993, Marilyn was married to Donald "Ding" Kruse, at the LuVerne United Methodist Church. The couple remained in LuVerne, where they built a new home.

Marilyn was an active member of the LuVerne United Methodist Church, where she belonged to UMW, and had served as Secretary-Treasurer for many years. She also belonged to the Evening Star Circle and was Chairperson for the Pastor-Parish Relations Committee for 2 terms. She belonged to the Historical Society, the Goodwill Club and the Community Club in LuVerne. Marilyn was active in the Democratic Party for many years.

She collected bells, birds and jewelry. Marilyn enjoyed snowmobiling and traveling. She loved the outdoors and spent many hours gardening and growing flowers. She also enjoyed fishing, letter writing, reading, baking and entertaining her friends, but her greatest enjoyment in life was her family.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Donald of LuVerne; daughter, Gretchen Conn and her special friend, John Haas of West Des Moines; and her son, Tom Zentner and wife, Betty of LuVerne; 4 grandchildren, Kate Conn of Columbus, Ohio, Lara Steward and husband, Matt of Salisbury, Maryland, Zachary Zentner and wife, Elizabeth of Jasper, Indiana and Emily Zentner of Ames; and 1 great-grandson, Adam Zentner; her mother, Helen Nielson; and 3 brothers, Richard and wife, Joyce, Robert and Harold, Jr. and wife, Carmen, all of LuVerne.

She was preceded in death by her father; and her first husband, Dale.
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Robert V. Haan, 1915-2002

May 21, 2002

Robert V. Haan, of Garner, died on Wednesday, May 15, 2002, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 18, at the St. Boniface Catholic Church, with the Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Mildred Young was the lector. Music was provided by organist, Carolyn Kumsher who accompanied the church choir. Ushers were Joe Deibler and Jim Deibler.

Casket bearers were Steve Dallman, Clay Haan, Jeff Haan, Michelle Gallentine, Mathew Jones, Phillip Jones, James Haan, Brian Gallentine, Sean Gallentine and Michael Mikesh. Interment was in the St. James Catholic Cemetery, Forest City. The Cataldo Funeral Home of Garner was in charge of the arrangements.

Robert Vincent Haan, the son of John and Zita (O'Byrne) Haan, was born on September 27, 1915 at Armstrong. His early years were spent on a farm near Crystal Lake. The family then moved to Hollandale, Minnesota and farmed there for several years before returning to Crystal Lake. Bob spent his teen years helping his father raise vegetables.

On February 8, 1937, he married Colina Mikesh at the St. James Catholic Church in Forest City. They farmed near Crystal Lake, Forest City and Garner. In 1949, they moved to Miller where they lived for 53 years. Mr. Haans early years were spent farming and working construction jobs. He was also employed by Hancock County for 17 years and Winnebago Industries in Forest City for 11 years until his retirement. After retiring from Winnebago, if there was a job to do he was always "johnny on the spot".

His hobbies included collecting "collector series" whiskey bottles, wood working projects, gardening, hunting, trapping and fishing.

He was a member of the St. Boniface Catholic Church, belonged to the Knights of Columbus and was a 4th Degree Knight. He also served as a member of SHARE, was a former 4-H Leader, helped with Special Olympics and worked on the project Green Thumb at Pilot Knob near Forest City.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Colina of Garner; daughter, Roberta Speer of Polk City; sons, Richard Haan and his wife, Gloria of Kimberling City, Missouri, Ralph Haan and his wife, Rita of Eden Valley, Minnesota and Dennis Haan and his wife, Irene of Eden Valley, Minnesota; daughter, Delores Jones and her husband, Greg of Mason City; five granddaughters; six grandsons; and 18 great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are two sisters, Constance "Connie" Urgo of New Brighton, Minnesota and Jeanette "Janie" Schleusner and her husband, Bernard of North Branch, Minnesota; a brother-in-law, Walter Bartosek of Barefoot Bay, Florida; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Timothy; brothers, Edward "Bill", Frank, Jim and Richard "Dick" Haan; sisters, Marie "Mick" Fischer, Dorothy "Dodie" Nygaard, Margaret "Maggie" Van Beeck-Olson and Madonna "Donnie" Bartozek; an infant sister, Helen Haan; and a son-in-law, Russell Speer.  
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Carl L. Isaacson, 1908-2002

May 21, 2002

The Rev. Carl L. Isaacson, 93, of Kanawha, died on Thursday, May 16, 2002, at the Kanawha Community Home in Kanawha.

Memorial services were held on Monday, May 20, at the Alert Covenant Church in Leonardville, Kansas. The Rev. Dwight Dille officiating. Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Leonardville, Kansas. The Ewing Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Carl Leonard Isaacson, was born on August 7, 1908 in rural Mustang, Colorado. He was the son of John and Jennie (Erickson) Isaacson. He lived on the family farm in Colorado for several years and helped with his father's farming operation. He moved to Chicago, Illinois in the mid 1940s, where he attended Moody Bible Institute, North Park College, and North Park Theological Seminary. He was ordained as a minister of the Evangelical Covenant Church of America.

Carl was united in marriage to Lenore Bernice Lund on June 14, 1952. To this union one daughter was born.

Rev. Isaacson served churches in the communities of Leonardville, Kansas; Brady, Nebraska; Haxtun, Colorado; Dresden, Kansas; Centerville, Iowa; Beresford, South Dakota; Odebolt, Iowa; and Kiron, Iowa. Due to health reasons, he retired from the ministry in the fall of 1978. After the death of his wife in December of 1985, Rev. Isaacson moved to the Kanawha Community Home so he could be close to his daughter and her family.

He enjoyed gardening, reading, and watching Chicago Cubs baseball games.

He is survived by his daughter, Barbara and her husband, Doug Thompson of Kanawha; and two grandsons, Adam Thompson of Ames and Aaron Thompson of Kanawha.

He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents; two brothers; and three sisters.
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Carla J. Rust, 1931-2001

May 21, 2002

A memorial service for Carla J. Rust, 69, of Kanawha, was held on Saturday, May 18, 2002, at the United Methodist Church of Kanawha. The Rev. Susan Detwiler officiated. Music was provided by Joann Hansen who accompanied several congregational hymns.

Carla died on Saturday, December 15, 2001, at the Kanawha Community Home, Kanawha.

Interment was in the Amsterdam Township Cemetery. The Ewing-Dugger Funeral home of Kanawha was in charge of the arrangements.

Carla Rust, the daughter of Vernon and Lucia (Tyrrell) Studer was born on December 13, 1932 in Corwith. In 1945, the family moved to Kanawha, where Carla later graduated from high school. Following graduation, Carla attended beauty school in Des Moines. She was employed in Sioux City.

Carla was united in marriage with Merle Rust on March 6, 1955, at the Kanawha United Methodist Church. The couple made their home in the Kanawha area where Carla was employed at various beauty shops and later was employed by P.S.I.

She was a member of the Kanawha United Methodist Church and the Eastern Star. She was also a member of the Professional Hairdressers Association, where she held several offices. Carla enjoyed fishing, being with people and having coffee with friends.

Survivors include her husband, Merle of Kanawha; and two sisters, Muriel and Donald Hoover of Des Moines and Carolee O'Connor of Ankeny.

She was preceded in death by her parents.
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Dorothy Margaret Weiland, 1909-2002

May 21, 2002

Dorothy Margaret Weiland, died at the Algona Manor Care Center in Algona, on Monday, May 20, 2002, at the age of 92. 

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 22, at the United Methodist Church in Wesley. Interment will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Britt. Casket bearers are her grandsons, Terrance Weiland, Todd Weiland, Troy Weiland, Christopher Weiland, Timothy Weiland, Jason Weiland, James Weiland and Stacy Olson. The Garry-Roberts-Murphy-Schaaf Funeral Home of Algona, is in charge of the arrangements.

Dorothy Margaret Weiland, was born on October 1, 1909 in Wesley, Iowa, to Amos and Lizzie Ann Seefeld Angle. She received her education in the rural school system near Wesley.

Dorothy was married to Raymond Richard Weiland on June 9, 1932 at Britt. The couple farmed around Wesley until 1974, when they retired and moved into Algona, Iowa. Dorothy's husband, Raymond preceded her in death in July of 1976.

Dorothy was an active member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, where she also belonged to the United Methodist Women. Dorothy was also a member of the Algona Sr. Citizens. She enjoyed playing cards, gardening, growing flowers and listening to music. She became a resident of the Algona Manor Care Center in Algona in May of 2000.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Phyllis Olson and husband, Larry of Jonesboro, Arkansas, Wendel Weiland and wife, Mary Ilah of Algona and Ronald Weiland and wife, Caecilia of Wesley; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; her brother, Earl Angle of Fallbrook, California; and her sister-in-law, Esta Angle of Swea City, Iowa.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Raymond; her son, Kendall in 1997; 2 sisters, Minnie Fuchsen and DeEtta Jackowell; her brother, Clayton Angle; and 2 daughters-in-law, Elaine and Bev Weiland.
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Blake James Blanchard, 1966-2002

May 28, 2002

Blake James Blanchard, 35, of Rockwell, died on Monday, May 20, 2002, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, from complications of diabetes.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, May 23, at the Rockwell United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Bruce Wittern officiating. Interment followed in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation was held from 6-8:00 p.m., on Wednesday, at the Fullerton Funeral Home in Rockwell. Visitation continued on Thursday one hour prior to the services at the church.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa Dialysis Unit, in memory of Blake.

Blake James Blanchard, was born on November 30, 1966, the son of James M. and Jerriann (Johnson) Blanchard in Mason City. He attended and later graduated from the Rockwell-Swaledale High School in the class of 1984. Blake began working for B & B Ag Systems of Clear Lake. In 1993 he went to work for the Ken Bratney Company. Four years later in 1997, Blake was forced to quit working for health reasons.

Blake loved to be outdoors hunting and fishing. He was always game to shoot a little pool or watch some TV. He also looked forward to playing with his cat. Blake cherished his rides with his friends as they hauled grain or livestock. Blake's adoration was to his niece and nephew who he loved spending time with.

Those thankful for having shared in Blake's life include his mother, Jerriann Ries and her husband, Bruce of Rockwell; father, James Blanchard and his wife, Kathryn of Clear Lake; one brother, Brent Blanchard and his wife, Theresa of Rockwell; one niece, Nickolle Paige Blanchard; and one nephew, Chadd Michael Blanchard of Rockwell; step-grandparents, Rev. Clifford and Mrs. Vivian Paulsen of Nisswa, Minnesota; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Mr. Blanchard was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harlan and Mildred Johnson and Clovis and Delvina Blanchard.
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Gertrude Hummel, 1908-2002

May 28, 2002

Gertrude "Trudie" Elvera Johnson Hummel, of Klemme, died on Wednesday, May 22, 2002, at the Medical Center in Belmond, with her family at her side. She was 94.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 25, at the United Methodist Church in Klemme. The Rev. Paddy Druhl of the Klemme United Methodist and Pastors Tim and Cherrie Peterson of the Christian Family Church of Owatonna, Minnesota officiated. Burial was in the Ell Township Cemetery in Klemme. The Tenold-Andrews Funeral Home of Klemme was in charge of the arrangements.

Gertrude Elvera Johnson Hummel, was born on March 6, 1908, on a farm east of Klemme. She was the daughter of Joseph E. and Sophie (Ryden) Johnson, who immigrated from Sweden. She graduated from the Klemme High School and in later years attended a Bible College in Los Angeles, California.

She married Alfred Carpenter in 1930. Three daughter were born to this union, Marcia, JoAnn and Janice. Marcia died in 1938 at the age of 6. Trudie married Dwight Hummel in 1943. The couple had a daughter, Joyce.

In 1954, they purchased the West Side Laundromat in Waterloo and operated it for two years prior to Dwight's death in 1956. After selling the business, Trudie and her daughter, Joyce went to California in 1957. They later returned to Klemme, where Gertrude resumed employment with the Post Office. Her years of employment included tenures as the assistant postmaster and as a clerk. She retired from the Postal Service in 1973 after 24 years of service.

An active member of the Klemme United Methodist Church, Mrs. Hummel taught Sunday School and served as a lay delegate to the annual conference for many years. She was a member of the Methodist Builders Club for nearly 25 years and hosted a prayer group in her home for many years. She paid for construction of a church and a well to be built in India and for a bicycle for the pastors transportation.

Mrs. Hummel enjoyed golf and bowling. She played golf into her 80s. She also traveled abroad extensively. She was a long time volunteer at Mercy Hospital, Mason City.

Survivors include her oldest daughter, JoAnn Peters and her husband, Harry of Kanawha; her youngest daughter, Joyce LaFavre of Klemme; a total of 50 grand and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence Carpenter in 1938; her second husband, Dwight Hummel in 1956; her parents; six sisters, Bertha, Carrie, Hulda, Maybelle, Irene and Mildred; and three brothers, Clarence, George and Arthur.
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Hazel E. Burgart, 1924-2002

June 4, 2002

Hazel E. Burgart, of Garner, died on Thursday, May 30, 2002, at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit, Mason City. She was 78.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 4, at the Cataldo Funeral Home in Garner, with Pastor Edward Bard, Hospice Chaplain officiating. A guitar solo was provided by her grandson, Andrew Ward.

Casket bearers were Chris Smith, Billy Huerta, Timmy Smith, Adam Ward, Rudy Huerta, Nathan Ward, Dustin Ward, Andrew Ward, Paul Ward, Toby Knight and Brad Smith. Interment was in the Concord Township Cemetery. The Cataldo Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Hazel Elizabeth Burgart, the daughter of Bud and Georgia (Belle) Hull, was born on May 9, 1924 at Garner. She attended school in Garner. Hazel lived in Garner where she raised her children and worked as a waitress at Hull's Café and the Longhorn Café for 55 years.

On July 14, 1969, she was married to Elmer Burgart at Canton, South Dakota. Elmer died in 1987.

Hazel enjoyed spending her time having coffee with her friends, Louise, Helen, Ruby and Dewey. She loved her family and especially her job as a waitress.

She is survived by her six children, Nancy Carbajal of Garner, Violet Huerta and her husband, Bill of Stockton, California, James Ward and his wife, Marge of Mason City, David Ward and his wife, Sue of Omaha, Nebraska, Kathy Smith of Garner and Barbara Witt and her husband, Scott of Kanawha; 23 grandchildren; 46 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer; her parents; two children, Edward and Robert Ward; two brothers, Benny and LeRoy Hull; and a sister, Irene Daniels.
©The Garner Leader & Signal 2002