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LUMAN HUMMELL, JR.
Luman A. Hummell, Jr., 81. died of cancer Tuesday, August 1, 2000, at Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. The body was cremated and memorial services will be held Tuesday, September 5, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. at Malloy 3 South, Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown.
Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Mr. Hummell had lived in Norwalk, Iowa most of his life before moving to Marshalltown about a year ago. He had worked in sales operations for American Broadcasting Co. before retiring in 1981. He was an Army veteran of World War II.
Survivors include his wife Irma of Ellston, Iowa; a son Allan of Delano, Minnesota; a daughter Diane Hutchin-son of Wilmette, Illinois; and two grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown.
IRMA MAE SHRIMPTON
Irma Mae Shrimpton, the daughter of George and Noami Adams Peach, was born May 8, 1932 at Bedford, Iowa. She passed away suddenly at Clearview Home in Clearfield, Iowa on August 21, 2000 after being a resident there for just one week.
Irma graduated from Bedford high school in 1950. Later that year she married Marlin Shrimpton at Bedford. They lived in Villisca, Iowa for 11 years before moving to Clearfield.
Irma worked at Hy-Vee grocery for two years before embarking on a 37 and one-half year career at Clearview Home in Clearfield. Irma was a nurses' aide for most of the time but in later years she worked in laundry. Irma retired on May 1, 2000.
Irma will be known as a very caring person. She cared for the residents of Clearview, the fellow employees and she cared very deeply for her family. She provided for and loved her children, grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
Irma was an avid bowler, bowling until her health prevented it. She loved country music and enjoyed going to the jam sessions.
Irma was preceded in death by her parents, George and Naomi Peach; an infant son Merlin Kevin in 1968; two brothers, Clark and Alan Peach; and a sister Vera Taite.
Left to cherish her memory include her husband Marlin of Taylor Ridge Estates in Lenox, Iowa; her children: Linda Anderson and husband Chet of Clearfield, Marlene Baron and husband Steve of Las Vegas, Nevada, Rhonda Stryjewski and husband David of Brayton, Iowa, Norman and wife Mitsuyo of Aurora, Colorado, Lori Beggs and husband Gene of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Marvin of Clearfield and Kimberly Jackson and husband Troy of Council Bluffs, Iowa; 11 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; two brothers, Paul Peach of Clearmont, Florida and Glen Peach of Allenton, Michigan; six sisters: Marjorie Raynor of San Diego, California, Louise Herzberg of Clarinda, Iowa, Dorothy Linkins of Bentonville, Arkansas, Wilma Campbell of Clarinda, Donna Overman of Sidney, Iowa and Marilyn Arrick of Missouri Valley, Iowa; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and a host of dear friends.
Services were held Thursday, August 24, 2000 at the Christian Church in Clearfield with Reverend Eydie Stephens officiating. Musicians were Jean Huffman, Mary Ellen Spurrier, Becky Nelson, Wes Freemyer, Ralph Briggs and Kenny Bolinger. Casket bearers were Terry Anderson, Travis Anderson, Chris Ambrose, Tracy Anderson, Troy Jackson and Cliff Briggs. Honorary pallbearers were the Clearview staff.
Irma was laid to rest in the Memory Cemetery, New Market, Iowa.
Wilson-Watson & Armstrong Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
LUCINDA J. TAYLOR
Lucinda J. Taylor, age 89, of Mount Ayr, Iowa passed away August 27, 2000 at the Clearview Home in Mount Ayr where she received tender, loving care from January 21, 2000. She shared a room with her cousin Della Culver.
She was born in Redding, Iowa on September 25, 1910 to E. F. (Brick) and Mary Jennings. She attended school in Redding and moved to Mount Ayr her junior year in 1927 and finished her education, graduating from high school in 1928.
Lucinda was age 12 when she witnessed the bank robbery in Redding and could tell the story in great detail.
On February 18, 1931, she married Lynden Taylor, in a sunrise ceremony, in the Methodist Church parsonage in Mount Ayr, and to this union three children were born: Sue Ann, Marlene Kay and Alan Lynden.
Lucinda was a member of the Methodist Church and very active in UMW. She enjoyed baking, giving lessons and the fellowship as long as her health permitted. She worked at the Mount Ayr Telephone Company as a telephone operator 20 years from 1955 to 1975. Lucinda first learned to be a telephone operator from Sadie Jameson at a very early age, while living in Redding. After retirement, she kept in contact with the telephone operators she worked with in Mount Ayr and enjoyed these visits.
Lucinda loved to knit and spent many hours making afghans and baby booties for family and friends until failing eyesight did not permit her to knit anymore.
She was an avid Iowa basketball fan and enjoyed listening to many games on her transistor radio.
Lucinda was a devoted wife and she and Lynden were very happy and thankful they could live 69 years together on the farm where they started their married life. Lynden and Lucinda were privileged to celebrate their 69th wedding anniversary this year.
She was a very loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed her children tremendously. Her grandchildren were very important to her and she was always there for them to make every moment special.
She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers: Charlie, Frank, Emil and Donald; two sisters, Mergie Winegar and Doris German; son-in-law Stan Smith; and great-granddaughter Suzie Pierce.
Lucinda is survived by her husband Lynden; daughters, Sue Ann Smith of Rock Island, Illinois and Kay Terwilliger (husband Hugh) of Mount Ayr; son Alan (wife Becky) of Mount Ayr; grandchildren: Mike Smith (wife Shirley), Debbie Wagamon (husband Steve), Cathy Lambert (husband Randy), Mitch Smith (wife Julie), all of Illinois, Jennifer Kinsey (husband Curtis), Bob Taylor and Amber Taylor of Mount Ayr; great-grandchildren, Tom Pierce, Alan Smith, Josh Smith, Brian Smith, Brittani Smith, Jeffery Smith, Andy Smith, all of Illinois, Brett Taylor, David Head, Nathan Head, Nikki Head and Anthony Kinsey of Mount Ayr; and nieces, nephews and many friends. She was loved by all and will be sadly missed.
Lucinda will always be remembered for her spirit, her laughter and the love of life she shared with those who were privileged to know her. From her many friends to her loving family, those treasured memories will be a gift to warm their hearts for many years to come. Lucinda was a strong, vibrant woman with a quick mind and a warm smile. That legacy alone will be a treasured gift.
Services were held Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at the United Methodist Church in Mount Ayr with Rev. Michael Druhl, Rev. Ralph Johnson and Rev. Ainslee Brillo officiating. Musicians were Mrs. Debbie Cannon and Dwight Ingram. Casket bearers were Mike Smith, Debbie Wagamon, Jennifer Kinsey, Mitch Smith, Cathy Lambert, Bob Taylor and Amber Taylor. Honorary pallbearers were Tom Pierce, Steve Wagamon, Alan Smith and Randy Lambert.
Lucinda was laid to rest in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Mount Ayr.
Wilson-Watson & Armstrong Funeral Home of Mount Ayr was in charge of the arrangements.
HILDA MAXINE DARST
Hilda M. Darst was born on August 9, 1924 to Elzie and Hazel (Grace) Lyddon on the farm south of Clearfield, Iowa. She departed this life on August 31, 2000 at the Clearview Home in Clearfield.
She lived all her life in and around Clearfield, graduating from Clearfield high school with the class of 1942. She then taught in the rural schools.
Hilda married James Darst on August 15, 1943 in Maryville, Missouri. JoAnn joined their home in 1960 at the age of eight and Misty in 1975.
Hilda belonged to the United Methodist Church, was a 50 year member of the Eastern Star, the Entrenous Bridge Club and the Library Board.
Preceding Hilda in death were her parents, Elzie and Hazel Lyddon; a sister Helen Roudybush; and a niece Betty Roudybush.
Left to mourn her passing are her husband James of Clearfield; daughter JoAnn Rogers of Clarinda, Iowa; granddaughter Misty (husband Shawn) Fenton of Creston; and great-grandchildren, Shelby and Richard Burgess.
Services were held at the United Methodist Church in Clearfield on Sunday, September 3, 2000 with Reverend Alan Rusk officiating. Musicians were Maralene Longfellow and Kathy Nelson. Casket bearers were Gaylan Bell, Jerry Brown, Kenny Nelson, Gary Roudybush, Brian Roudybush and Neil Shimer. Honorary pallbearers were Paul Brown, Lowell Brott, Kevin Roudy-bush and Darwin Sollars.
Hilda was laid to rest in the Clearfield Cemetery, Clearfield.
Wilson-Watson & Armstrong Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
HAROLD E. EMIG
Harold E. Emig, 86, of Marion, Iowa, died Wednesday, August 30, 2000, in Willow Gardens Care Center following a long illness.
Harold was born August 25, 1914, in Lamoni, Iowa, the beloved son of Charles H. and Alizabeth Hickman Emig. He married Mary Mardell McCrackin on January 19, 1936, in Kellerton, Iowa. Mardell and Harold were married 65 years.
Harold farmed in the Marion and Central City area for most of his life. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Marion and the Lions Club where he was a past president.
Surviving, in addition to his wife Mardell, are: three sons, Richard of Marion, Charlie and wife Sherry of Ely and Dan and his companion Sheri of Ely; a sister Grace Combs and husband Lawrence of Mount Ayr, Iowa; eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Alizabeth Emig; a son James in 1961; and two brothers, Gerald and Wayne.
Services were held Saturday, September 2, 2000 at First United Methodist Church in Marion, by the Reverend Stanley Wierson.
Harold was laid to rest in the Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.
A memorial fund has been established. Cedar Memorial Funeral Home, Cedar Rapids was in charge of the arrangements.
JENNIFER M. NEWTON
Jennifer M. Newton was born August 2, 1978 in Harlan, Iowa. The daughter of John P. and Betty M. (Wilmer) Newton, she was welcomed home by an older brother Jeremy.
Jennifer started her education at Elk Horn-Kimballton elementary school and began her second grade in Mount Ayr, Iowa after moving with her family in 1986. She started playing the clarinet in fifth grade and continued through her senior year. In junior high sports, she played volleyball, basketball and ran in track. Her high school years had her playing basketball for two years. She was a four-year letter winner in cross country and track and she went to state in cross country for two years. While in high school, she attended Math Bee at Southwestern Community College.
Jennifer graduated valedictorian in 1997 from Mount Ayr Community high school.
Jennifer went to Iowa State University in Ames from August, 1997, to May, 2000. She began her major in chemistry and after being diagnosed with cancer she wanted to do medical research. At Iowa State she was a member of Campus Crusades for Christ. She was a member of the Border Regulators and National Congress of Old West Shootists, western action shooting groups. In Mount Ayr she was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Jennifer's hobbies included reading, cross stitch, long walks and listening to Christian music. She really enjoyed riding around in her 1995 Chrysler LeBaron convertible with the top down and watching movies.
Jennifer's battle with cancer was a testimony of her faith. She faced it with dignity and grace.
Jennifer died on the morning of September 1, 2000 at her home in Mount Ayr.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Paul and Lucille Newton and George Wilmer.
Left to cherish her memory are her parents, John and Betty of Mount Ayr; her brother Jeremy and his wife Sarah of Nevada, Iowa; her grandmother Thelma Wilmer of Alden, Iowa; and many dear friends.
Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, September 4, 2000 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Mount Ayr with Father Thomas Dooley officiating. Nancy Sackett and Patty Lord provided music. Casket bearers were John Newton, George Newton, John Wilmer, Jeremy Newton, Jim Newton and Kelly James.
Jennifer was laid to rest in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Mount Ayr.
Wilson-Watson & Armstrong Funeral Home of Mount Ayr was in charge of the arrangements.
LILLIAN SHIPPY
Lillian Pauline Shippy, age 94 of Lamoni, Iowa, daughter of Elmer James and Rhoda (Lovell) Green, was born May 20, 1906 on her parents' farm south of Kellerton, Iowa in Ringgold County and died August 30, 2000 at Lamoni Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Lillian attended Ridgeway Country School near Kellerton.
On March 21, 1936 she married Duane David "Dee" Shippy. Lillian and Dee farmed near Kellerton. They later farmed at Cainsville, Missouri for 12 years. Lillian worked side by side with Dee on the farm.
Lillian and Dee moved into Lamoni and resided in Autumn House. They cared for Rose Hill Cemetery, and Lillian helped with the mowing. Lillian was with Dee wherever he went.
Although she had no children of her own, Lillian cared for 200 babies in the Kellerton, Mount Ayr, and Lamoni area. Lillian stayed in the mothers' homes before and after the births to help in any way needed.
Lillian liked to crochet and made many afghans. She was also a marvelous cook. Lillian and Dee enjoyed traveling to the Green family reunions in Canton, Illinois.
Lillian was a member of the Kellerton Christian Church and was the oldest member on their books.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, George and Owen Green; and sister Mary Soncrant.
Lillian is survived by her husband of 64 years, Dee Shippy of Lamoni; two sisters, Merle Stone of Mount Ayr, Iowa and Cleo Grant of Phoenix, Arizona; many nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 1, 2000 at Slade O'Donnell Funeral Home in Lamoni with Elders Bud Atwood and Henry Bollinger officiating. Attending the funeral were Max Stone of Omaha, Nebraska, Hazel Stone and Jim and Kathryn Stone of Diagonal and Merle Stone of Mount Ayr.
Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery, Lamoni.
