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Charles Stithem

Charles Stithem

May 12, 2020

Williamsburg-Charles Keith Stithem was born November 7, 1930 in Hotchkiss, Colorado. The son on John and Daisy (Corsaut) Stithem. Charles enlisted in the United States Navy which he served for 36 years until his retirement. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Higbee in 1953. They were blessed with five children. They later divorced. Charles later married Marlys Kay Tschopp...

Elwood Gene Miller

Elwood Gene Miller

May 12, 2020

KALONA - Elwood Gene Miller was born January 19, 1934 in Wellman, Iowa, the son of Enos and Erma (Doolin) Miller. He graduated from Iowa Mennonite School in 1954. On October 17, 1954, Gene was united in marriage to Edna Hochstetler at the East Union Mennonite Church. He did Civilian Public Service (1W) for 2 years at the Iowa Methodist...

Dan R. Shirkey

Dan R. Shirkey

May 11, 2020

WELLMAN - Dan R. Shirkey was born August 3, 1957, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the son of Dale and Marolyn (Conrad) Shirkey. He graduated from Keota High School, Lincoln Technical Institute, and received a degree in Computer Science from the University of Iowa. On October 4, 1975 Dan was united in marriage to Donna Greenfield in Fairfield. Dan farmed and worked...

Kenneth R. Schipper

Kenneth R. Schipper

May 11, 2020

KALONA - Kenneth Ray Schipper was born September 1, 1946 in Aplington, Iowa, the son of John and Jennie (Harms) Schipper. He graduated from Aplington High School. On August 24, 1975, Kenneth was united in marriage to Aline Lewis in Aplington. They lived and farmed in the Aplington community for many years, retiring in 1999 and moved to Kalona. He...

Marvel J. Hochstetler

Marvel J. Hochstetler

May 10, 2020

KALONA - Marvel Jean Hochstetler was born September 28, 1930, in rural Wellman, Iowa, the daughter of John and Katie (Gingerich) Kinsinger. She attended Kalona High School. On November 20, 1949, Marvel was united in marriage to Donald Hochstelter at the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church. They raised their family and farmed in rural Wellman. Upon retiring they moved to...

Barbara Maas

Barbara Maas

May 8, 2020

Williamsburg- Barbara Gail Maas of Des Moines and formerly of Williamsburg passed away Friday, May 8, 2020 at her home at the age of 75. Barb was born October 9, 1944 in Algona, IA to Garel and Bernice Leek. She graduated from Corwith-Wesley High School in 1962 and received a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the State College...

Dora Plecker Kleinschmidt VanWinkle

Dora Plecker Kleinschmidt VanWinkle

May 5, 2020

CORALVILLE - Dora Mae (Plecker) Kleinschmidt VanWinkle was born May 30, 1921, in Wellman, Iowa, the daughter of William and Lottie (Miller) Plecker. She attended school at Brush near Frytown, Sunnyside near Hills, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1940. On October 4, 1940, Dora was united in marriage to Fred Kleinschmidt at the Zion Lutheran Church in Iowa...

Sherry Bertsch

Sherry Bertsch

May 2, 2020

Sherry L. Bertsch, 58, of rural Washington, IA, and owner of Country Charm Flowers and gifts in Mt. Pleasant, IA, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020, at her home as a result of a fire. A celebration of life service for Sherry and Mike will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the Wright Family Pavillion...

Julia Elizabeth Berstler

Julia Elizabeth Berstler

May 2, 2020

Williamsburg-Julia Elizabeth Berstler was born October 25, 1959 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The daughter of Jerry and Judith (Reck) Purdin, Sr. She graduated from Iowa Valley High School in Marengo and attended Kirkwood Community College. Julia was united in marriage to Ronald Berstler on July 14, 1979 at the First Lutheran Church north of Conroy. She has been employed by...

Theola Lyle

Theola Lyle

May 2, 2020

KEOTA-Theola Lyle, age 97, of Williamsburg, formerly of Keota, died Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Highland Ridge Care Center in Williamsburg. Theola was born August 30, 1922, in Clear Creek Township, southeast of Harper, Iowa, to Frank and Juliana (Weber) Waechter and attended Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic School. On September 19, 1945, she was united in marriage to Francis...

Charlene Orndorff

Charlene Orndorff

May 2, 2020

OSKALOOSA-Charlene Orndorff, age 83, of Oskaloosa, formerly of Libertyville, Illinois, died Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Northern Mahaska Specialty Care in Oskaloosa. Charlene was born December 21, 1936, in Keota, to Bruce and Mary (Greenwood) Stoutner. She graduated from Keota High School in 1955 and attended the University of Iowa for two years. She married George Orndorff and they were...

Mike Shannan

Mike Shannan

May 2, 2020

Michael L. Mike Shannan, 66, of rural Washington, IA, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020, at his home as a result of a fire. A celebration of life service for Sherry and Mike will be held at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the Wright Family Pavillion on the Old Threshers Grounds, with Pastor Jeff McPherron officiating. The...

Harry Everett Thomas

Harry Everett Thomas

May 2, 2020

Williamsburg-Harry Everett Thomas was born December 8, 1952 in Scottsburg, Indiana. The son of Robert and Mary (Early) Thomas. In the 1980's while living in Chicago, Harry was a Chauffeur for a limousine company. He often entertained his friends with stories of famous people and rock bands he escorted to and from O'hara Airport. Harry worked for Williamsburg Manufacturing from...

Donald Wayne Netser Jr.

Donald Wayne Netser Jr.

Apr 29, 2020

North English- Donald Wayne Netser Jr. was born July 10, 1944 in North English, Iowa, the son of Donald Wayne and Elsie Leta (Ambrose) Netser. He served in the United States Army, and was a member of the American Legion. He owned J+N Construction and was a carpenter until his retirement. Don enjoyed time spent with friends, family, and especially...

Ann H. Blosser

Ann H. Blosser

Apr 29, 2020

Anna H. Ann Blosser, 93, of Wayland, IA, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at Parkview Home in Wayland. Private, family graveside services and interment will be held at Sugar Creek Cemetery with Pastors Nathan and Rachelle Luitjens officiating. Gifts of love and friendship may be given to Sugar Creek Mennonite Church or Gideons International and mailed to the family...

Stephen Dean Berry

Stephen Dean Berry

Apr 27, 2020

Parnell-Stephen Dean Berry was born on February 10, 1947 in Sigourney IA. He is the son of Dean Clement Berry and Margaret Clare Murphy Berry who resided in Armah Township. Steve passed on Monday, April 27, 2020 surrounded by the love of his brothers and sisters who will miss him dearly and forever cherish his memory. Steve grew up in...

Dr. Robert Wettach

Dr. Robert Wettach

Apr 26, 2020

Robert S. Doc Wettach, 92, of Mt. Pleasant, IA died Sunday, April 26, 2020 at Savannah Heights in Mt. Pleasant, IA. A private, family interment and burial will be held in Forest Home Cemetery. A public gathering is being planned for a later date. Memorials have been established to the Mt Pleasant First United Methodist Church or Henry County Health...

Russell Galbraith

Russell Galbraith

Apr 25, 2020

Russell W. Galbraith, 82, of West Point, IA, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020, at Henry County Health Center. A private, family graveside service and interment will be at Denmark Cemetery, in Denmark, IA, will be held with Reverend Paul Connolly officiating. Gifts of love and friendship may be given to a charity of the donors choice. On-line condolences may...

Crystal Marie Humble

Crystal Marie Humble

Apr 23, 2020

WELLMAN - Crystal Marie Humble was born on December, 17th 1963 in Washington, Iowa, the daughter of Rodney and Judith (Schantz) Groff. She graduated from Mid-Prairie High School. Crystal was united in marriage to Larry Haynes on April 5, 2014, in Wellman. She worked as a clerk and typist at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinic. Crystal passed away...

George Prevett

George Prevett

Apr 22, 2020

George W. Prevett, Jr., 57, of Hillsboro, IA, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020, at his home. According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded. The family is anticipating a celebration of Georges life at the first-year anniversary of his death. Memorials may be directed to his daughters and dropped off or mailed to Olson~Powell Memorial Chapel at P.O. Box...

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