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Anna Helen Roling
A funeral mass will be held for Anna Roling, age 91, of Early, on Saturday, September 13, 2003, 10:30 am, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Early, Ia, with Father Patrick O’Kane officiating along with Deacon Dennis Luft. The Sacred Heart Choir along with Bernadine Pickhinke, organist, will provide the music. Pallbearers include: Michael Roling, Patrick Luft, Peter Wilcox, Kevin Luft, Joseph Roling, and Jerry Mueller. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Early, IA.
Visitation is after 3:00 pm, Friday, Sept. 12 at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home, Sac City.
Anna Helen Roling, age 91, of Early, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2003, at Loring Hospital, Sac City, Iowa.
Anna was born in Dunlap, Iowa, on May 5, 1912, the daughter of James and Jesse (Jamesiah Kennedy) Nelis. She grew up in Vail, Iowa, where she was baptized and confirmed at the Catholic Church and attended St. Anne’s Catholic School.
On July 30, 1935, Anna was united in marriage to Leo J. Roling. They were the parents of five children: Joan, Bill, Jim, Mary Kay, and John. They lived in Vail until moving to Early in the early 1940’s. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Early.
Anna was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and enjoyed growing indoor plants.
She is survived by her daughter Joan Nath of Marion, IA, two sons: Jim Roling and his wife Sheryl of Spencer, IA, and John Roling of Madison, WI; son-in-law Jerry Mueller of Phoenix, AZ; daughter-in-law Marlene Roling of Minneapolis, MN; 19 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson; three sisters-in-law: Alice Roling and Irene Roling Bathurst both of Early and Cecilia Nelis of Oklahoma City, OK; and extended family.
Anna was preceded in death by her parents; husband Leo on March 4, 1996; son William; daughter Mary Kay Mueller; a brother Jack Nelis; and a sister Margarite Luft.
Beatrice Minnmann
Beatrice Elinor Minnmann, age 83, of Sac City, Iowa passed away on December 9, 2003, at Park View Care Center , in Sac City.
Beatrice was born on December 8, 1920, in Cedar Township, Sac County, Iowa, the daughter of Gilbert William and Helen C. (Swanson) Peters. She graduated from country school and from Sac High School in 1938.
On April 28, 1940, Beatrice was united in marriage to Everett F. Minnmann in Sac City. To this union, five children were born: Jon, Junella, E. Lynn, Betty, and Kim.
Bea was baptized, confirmed, and a lifetime member of the Sac City United Methodist Church.
She was a housewife and worked for many years at the Sac City School lunch program.
Hobbies that Bea enjoyed were watching birds, growing flowers, sewing, knitting, and crocheting.
Bea is survived by three sons: Jon and his wife Virginia of Sac City, E. Lynn of Sioux City, and Kim and his wife Diane of Ankeny; two daughters: Junella Wesselink and her husband Bob of Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Betty Heun and her husband Ed of Freemont, Nebraska; 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and a sister Floris Waller of Cedar Falls.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett on October 29, 1989; and a sister Wilma Hartsell.
Funeral service for Beatrice will be Friday, December 12, 2003, at the United Methodist Church in Sac City, with Rev. Dean McPherson officiating. Russ Davis will provide special music with Mary Townsend, organist. Honorary Pallbearers include: Bob Wesselink and Ed Heun. Caskerbearers will be the following: Jon Minnmann, E. Lynn Minnmann, Kim Minnmann, Mark Minnmann, Doug Wesselink, David Wesselink, and Tim Heun. Burial will be at the Oakland Cemetery in Sac City.
Visitation is at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 11, 2003.
Bartley Ogden
Bartley Glen Ogden, age 99, of Odebolt, Iowa, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2003, at the Odebolt Nursing & Rehab Center. Bart was born May 4, 1904, to Ray and May (Wagner) Ogden in Plymouth County, Iowa, near Akron.
Bart attended a rural school in Plymouth County and graduated from Akron High School in May, 1924. He received his two year certificate from Iowa State Teachers College (U.N.I.) in 1929, and his B.A. in 1933. Bart earned his Masters Degree in 1940 at the University of Iowa, and completed additional graduate work at I.S.U. He taught rural school in Plymouth County, Craig, and Chatsworth, Iowa, and was school superintendent at Alvord, Fairview, Schaller, and Odebolt.
On June 5, 1929, Bart married Bernice Cornish of Hawarden. They were married at the Little Brown Church near Cedar Falls, Iowa. To this union was born five children: Beverly, Janet, Vern, Judy, and Kent.
In 1944 they moved to Odebolt, where Bart was school superintendent until 1969 when he retired. He then became Sac County Superintendent from 1969 until 1973. During his years as superintendent in Odebolt, the school was reorganized to become Odebolt-Arthur School, and a new school was built. The Bart Ogden Gymnasium was dedicated to him in appreciation for his contribution to the school.
Bart served on the Iowa Girls’ High School Athletic Association Board in the 50’s, and in 1961 was one of ten persons in the United Stated to receive the I.S.T.C. award for his outstanding work as a pioneer in the field of school reorganization. He also was awarded a special citation for his contribution to the Maple Valley Conference, and an award for helping start the Ft. Dodge Community College. For several years, Bart was a counselor for Iowa Boys State.
He was very active in the community and in the First Presbyterian Church, where he was a member. He had been a member of the Odebolt Rotary Club since 1944, when he brought the Charter to Odebolt. He also served on the Library Board, the Low-Rent Housing Board, and was instrumental in organizing and building the identification board at the Odebolt Cemetery.
On August 14, 1990, Bart married Manie Ahrenholtz. He loved his family, Manie’s family, and the world of education. He also enjoyed walking, traveling and woodworking. Bart built their own home during his retirement. He wintered in Mesa, AZ, for 25 years. He loved people and will be remembered for how he lived-a caring persons life.
Bart leaves to mourn, his wife Manie of Odebolt; daughter, Janet and Ken Fertig of Sheldon; son, Vern and Gayle Ogden of Granbury, TX; son, Kent Ogden of Las Vegas, NV; son-in-law, Charles Mandernach of Dallas, TX; step-son, Donald Ahrenholtz and Becki Jarvela of Lacy, WA; brother, Gene and Roberta Ogden of Springfield, VA; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; nine step-great grandchildren; and one step great-great-grandchild.
Bart was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife and mother of his children, Bernice on November 5, 1987; two daughters: Beverly Ogden and Judy Mandernach; and two sisters: Gladys Eilers and Oma Gassmann.
Funeral service for Bart will be Monday, December 29, 2003, at 10:30 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt, with Rev. Charles Bulger officiating. Special music with Barb Votrobeck, soloist, Congregation Singing, and Carol Raasch, organist. Honorary pallbearers include: John Ekstrom, Donald Bettin, Charles Foy, Dr. John Hubiak, and Clarence Etler. Pallbearers will be: Keith Siebrecht, Gary Siebrecht, Curtis Raasch, Roger Thayer, Duane Simonson, and Richard Profit. Burial will be at the Odebolt Cemetery.
Visitation is 4:00-8:00 pm at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Odebolt on Sunday, December 28th.
Bernadine D. Smith
Bernadine D. Smith, age 84, of Des Moines, Iowa, formerly of Lake View, passed away at Kavanagh House, West Des Moines, on Friday, December 19, 2003.
Bernadine D. Holdridge was born on April 5, 1919, in Sac City, Iowa, the daughter of Raymond and Margaret (Klindt) Holdridge. She graduated from Sac City High School in 1937.
On October 13, 1940, Bernadine was united in marriage to Alfred James Smith, in Sac City. They lived in Sac City until moving to Lake View in January of 1966. They were blessed with five children: Kathy, Karen, Jim, Jeff, and Jay.
She was a member of the United Church of Christ at Lake View and belonged to the One Full Circle women’s group at church. She was also a member of the Rebekah Lodge and held several offices. In the spring of 1999 she moved to Des Moines and transferred her membership to the First Presbyterian Church in Grimes.
Bernadine worked for the Singer Department Store in Sac City, and was a cook at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake for over 20 years, retiring in 1994.
She loved to read and enjoyed playing the piano at several nursing homes and at church. Bernadine especially enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were very important to her and she was very proud of them.
Survivors include her children: Kathy (Earl) Lang, and Karen (Alan) Smith-McNeese all of Urbandale, IA, Jim (Barbara) Smith of Lake View, IA, Jeff (Diane) Smith of Boone, IA, and Jay Smith of Ankeny, IA; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; extended family, and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Alfred; and a brother Donald Holdridge.
Funeral service for Bernadine is Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at 11:00 a.m., at the United Church of Christ in Lake View, Iowa. Reverend Jerry Schultz will be officiating. J. Andy Meredith will accompany the congregation with special music. The honorary pallbearers include all of Bernadine’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Burial will be at the Oakland Cemetery in Sac City. Arrangements provided by Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Lake View.
Visitation for family and friends is also on Tuesday, prior to the funeral service, at 10:00 a.m. at the United Church of Christ in Lake View.
Bonnie Wilkins
Bonnie June Wilkins, age 70, of Lake View, Iowa, passed away on December 17, 2003, at her home in Lake View.
Bonnie was born September 1, 1933, in Rockwell City, IA, the daughter of Bill and Nell (Meusburger) Griffith. She grew up in Rockwell City, graduating from Rockwell City High School in 1951. She was baptized in 1942 at the Church of Christ in Rockwell City.
In October of 1955, Bonnie was united in marriage to Lowell Shadle. He passed away in 1960. Bonnie married Charles “Rusty” Wilkins on June 10, 1962, at the Methodist Church in Carroll, IA. She was blessed with five children: Dennis, Mark, Chris, Lori, and Melissa. Rusty passed away February 10, 1985.
Prior to her marriage Bonnie worked at a bank in Rockwell City, later she worked at the family business (Wilkins NAPA Auto Parts) in Carroll. From 1987-1994 Bonnie was a House Mom at Kappa Alpha Theta at Iowa State University.
Bonnie was a member of the Lakes United Methodist Church of Lake View. She also belonged to the Garden Club, Fine Arts Club, and Bridge Clubs in Lake View. She enjoyed being and visiting with friends and family at the lake home in Lake View, playing cards, gardening, reading, and photography. Bonnie traveled throughout the United States, Mexico, Canada, and went on several trips to Europe. She especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was loved and will be missed by many.
Survivors include her children: Dennis (Janet) Wilkins of Denver, CO, Mark (Julie) Wilkins of Lake City, IA, Chris (Mary) Wilkins of Waukee, IA, Lori Kroneberger of Minneapolis, MN, and Melissa (John) Hinners of Denver, CO; her mother Nell Griffith of Rockwell City, IA; 14 grandchildren: Mindy, Tyson, Lindsey, Dillon, Chelsea, Nick, Bailey, Janey, Jay, Evan, Tanner, Luke, Brett, and Matthew; a brother Jack (Sherry) Griffith of Little Rock, AR; a sister Cora Faye (Keith) Dagit of Cresco, IA; extended family; and many friends.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her father Bill Griffith; husband Lowell Shadle; husband Charles “Rusty” Wilkins; and a sister Janet Frakes.
Funeral service for Bonnie will be held Saturday, December 20, 2003, at 11:00 a.m., at Lakes United Methodist Church in Lake View, Iowa, with Reverend Rick Johnson officiating. Lindsey Kroneberger will read the Eulogy. Special music will be provided by Michelle Caltrider, soloist, and Ellen Severin, organist. Graveside service is at 1:30 p.m. at the Carroll Cemetery, Carroll, Iowa. Pallbearers include: Tyson Wilkins, Dillon Wilkins, Nicholas Wilkins, Scott Dagit, John Hinners, and Gene Julius.
Visitation is from 4:00-8:00 Thursday at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Lake View.
Bert H. Gerdes
Funeral services for Bert H. Gerdes is Saturday, November 1, 2003, 10:30 am, at Wheatland Presbyterian Church, rural Breda, with Reverend Donald Gibson officiating. Marilyn Hundling will be the organist, and Arlan Willems and Shelley Hundling will sing a duet. Pallbearers include: Darrell Brinker, Jim Deuel, Don Deuel, David Hundling, Rick Steinkamp, and Dennis Spencer. Honorary pallbearers include: Dale Gerdes, Richard Graber, Elroy Huisenga, Darwyn Rodman, Kenneth Brotherson, and Harlan Flink. Burial will be at the Wheatland Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, October 31, 2003, 4:00-8:00 pm, at the Farber and Otteman Funeral Home in Wall Lake.
Bert H. Gerdes, age 92, of Wall Lake, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2003, at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake.
Bert was born on August 21, 1911, at Yetter, Iowa, the son of Henry and Martha (Schoneboon) Gerdes. He was baptized and confirmed at the Wheatland Presbyterian Church and attended country school through the 8th grade at Viola #9. Bert joined the US Army in August of 1942, serving in Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes Rhineland, and Central Europe. He received a European-African-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with 1 Silver Battle Star, 3 Overseas Service Bars, and 1 Service Stripe Good Conduct Medal. He was honorably discharged in October of 1945.
Bert was united in marriage to Mary Ann Deuel on March 14, 1943, at Lake City, Iowa. They were the proud parents of two children: Robert and Joyce. Bert was a farmer in Wall Lake his entire life, retiring in the spring of 1981, moving to Lake View in 1999. He enjoyed working on the farm with his wife Mary and son Robert, yard work, playing horseshoes with family and friends, and playing cards.
Bert was an active member of the Wheatland Presbyterian Church serving in many offices including: Church Elder, Deacon, and Usher. He was also a member of the Breda Iowa Men’s Club of Wheatland and served on the board at Twilight Acres Nursing Home.
Survivors include his children: Robert (Susan) Gerdes of Blair, NE, and Joyce (James) Beukelman of Powell, WY; three grandchildren: Andrew Gerdes of Lincoln, NE, Michael Beukelman of Boise, ID, and Lisa (Lance) Chavez of Boise, ID; two sisters: Ida Brinker of Lake City, IA, and Hilda “Kurl” Krohn of McKinney, TX; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Mary Ann; brothers: Paul, Fike, Gerd, and Edward Gerdes; and his sister Martha Jondle.
Bert H. Gerdes
Funeral services for Bert H. Gerdes is Saturday, November 1, 2003, 10:30 am, at Wheatland Presbyterian Church, rural Breda, with Reverend Donald Gibson officiating. Marilyn Hundling will be the organist, and Arlan Willems and Shelley Hundling will sing a duet. Pallbearers include: Darrell Brinker, Jim Deuel, Don Deuel, David Hundling, Rick Steinkamp, and Dennis Spencer. Honorary pallbearers include: Dale Gerdes, Richard Graber, Elroy Huisenga, Darwyn Rodman, Kenneth Brotherson, and Harlan Flink. Burial will be at the Wheatland Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, October 31, 2003, 4:00-8:00 pm, at the Farber and Otteman Funeral Home in Wall Lake.
Bert H. Gerdes, age 92, of Wall Lake, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2003, at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake.
Bert was born on August 21, 1911, at Yetter, Iowa, the son of Henry and Martha (Schoneboon) Gerdes. He was baptized and confirmed at the Wheatland Presbyterian Church and attended country school through the 8th grade at Viola #9. Bert joined the US Army in August of 1942, serving in Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes Rhineland, and Central Europe. He received a European-African-Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with 1 Silver Battle Star, 3 Overseas Service Bars, and 1 Service Stripe Good Conduct Medal. He was honorably discharged in October of 1945.
Bert was united in marriage to Mary Ann Deuel on March 14, 1943, at Lake City, Iowa. They were the proud parents of two children: Robert and Joyce. Bert was a farmer in Wall Lake his entire life, retiring in the spring of 1981, moving to Lake View in 1999. He enjoyed working on the farm with his wife Mary and son Robert, yard work, playing horseshoes with family and friends, and playing cards.
Bert was an active member of the Wheatland Presbyterian Church serving in many offices including: Church Elder, Deacon, and Usher. He was also a member of the Breda Iowa Men’s Club of Wheatland and served on the board at Twilight Acres Nursing Home.
Survivors include his children: Robert (Susan) Gerdes of Blair, NE, and Joyce (James) Beukelman of Powell, WY; three grandchildren: Andrew Gerdes of Lincoln, NE, Michael Beukelman of Boise, ID, and Lisa (Lance) Chavez of Boise, ID; two sisters: Ida Brinker of Lake City, IA, and Hilda “Kurl” Krohn of McKinney, TX; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Mary Ann; brothers: Paul, Fike, Gerd, and Edward Gerdes; and his sister Martha Jondle.
Colleen Elizabeth Bullock
Services for Colleen Elizabeth Bullock, age, 48, of Sac City, Iowa was Friday, October 10, 2003, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Sac City, with Father Larry McCarty officiating, Charles Schulte organist, and Steve Goecke, soloist. Honorary pallbearers include: Margie Sands, Sally Jo Mason, Paula Wallerstedt, Diana Schulte, Leslie Willson, Dana Grafft, Michele Suggitt, Tina Freese, and Kim Borkowski, with burial in the family’s care.
Colleen Elizabeth Bullock, age 48, of Sac City, Iowa, died on October 5, 2003.
Colleen Elizabeth Enright was born on July 15, 1955, in Springfield, MA, the daughter of Ambrose and Dorothy (Barnes) Enright. She was baptized in the Roman Catholic faith in Springfield, MA, and confirmed in 1968 at St. Justin Martyr Church, in Anaheim, CA. She attended Anaheim grade school through 6th grade, and graduated from Hart High School in Valencia, CA, in 1973. She continued her education, earning a Nursing Associate Degree at Iowa Central Community College, and received her RN on August 7, 2000.
Colleen worked in the out patient department, the emergency room, and as a surgical nurse at Loring Hospital. She was a very loving person; her ability to reach out to all types of people with a caring endless spirit will be remembered. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and showed great compassion for those around her. One of her greatest accomplishments was receiving her nursing degree while battling breast cancer. This past July she was a five year cancer survivor.
In her free time she enjoyed gardening, antiquing, playing with her dogs, watching sunsets, crafts, and especially watching her children grow up. She loved being involved in all aspects of her children’s numerous activities.
Left to mourn are her three children: Nicole Elizabeth Bullock, James Michael Bullock, and Natalie Jean Jo Bullock all of Sac City; her mother Dorothy Enright of Rosamond, CA; and her two sisters: Nancy Jean and her husband Michael J. English of Pleasanton, CA, and Kathleen Ann and her husband Erik Petersen of Rosamond, CA. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends including: Jo Remenih, John and Mary Kinkade, Jerry Youll, Dana Grafft, Sally Jo Mason, Paula Wallerstedt, Cheryl Haden, Karen Shull, Leslie Willson, Tina Freese, Margie Sands, Diana Schulte, Michele Suggitt, Kim Borkowski, Richard Smith and Beth Noethe.
Her father Ambrose Norton Enright preceded Colleen in death.
Carolyn Fertig
Carolyn Fertig, age 90, of Odebolt died Friday, October 10, 2003 at St. Anthony Regional Medical Center in Carroll.
Funeral services for Carolyn Fertig will be Monday, October 13, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Odebolt.
Friends may call anytime after 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 12 at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Odebolt where the family will be present to greet friends until 9 p.m. There will be a Rosary Service at 7:00 pm at the funeral home. The Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Odebolt is in charge of the arrangements.
Carolyn Siemer was born on July 3, 1913 at Arion, Iowa to Herman and Gertrude (Losch) Siemer. She was baptized in the Catholic faith at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Denison. Carolyn spent her childhood living with her parents, first in the Arion and Dow City area, then moving to Denison. She attended St. Rose of Lima parochial school for 8 years in Denison. She was a member of and attended St. Martin’s Church in Odebolt after moving there in later years.
On July 14, 1966, Carolyn was united in marriage to Everett Fertig at Elk Point, South Dakota. The couple lived on a farm near Odebolt after their marriage. While on the farm, Carolyn and Everett enjoyed their neighborhood birthday club and took special pleasure in their Sunday drives together. She liked raising chickens and baby calves, and enjoyed gardening. In 1992, the couple moved into town at Odebolt from their farm home.
Carolyn loved her family and spent her life caring for them. She cherished any time she could spend together with her loved ones, but it was especially meaningful for her to have her family gathered together during the holidays. Carolyn was a very good cook who loved to cook, so she took great joy in preparing food for her family. As a doting grandmother, she especially liked to make special treats for her grandchildren. In her spare time, Carolyn enjoyed playing cards. She was loved very much and will be missed every day.
Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Carol and husband Ronald Lahr of Odebolt; one daughter-in-law Esther Miller of Spirit Lake; one brother Robert and wife Mardella Siemer of Omaha, NE; one sister Ann Groth of Idaho; sisters-in-law Marlene Fertig of Odebolt and Ruth Fertig of Rochester, MN, and Helen Hoaglund of Arthur; grandchildren Shawn and husband Jim Alexander of Omaha, Ronald J. and wife Teresa Lahr of Persia, Scott and wife Cora of Norwalk, Todd and wife Laurie of Ankeny, Nicholas Lahr of London, England, Dawn and husband Jeff Bonsall of Council Bluffs; great-grandchildren Trista Lahr, Megan Lahr and Everett Lahr; and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Everett Fertig; one son Donald Miller; brothers Frank Siemer, Raymond Siemer and Joe Siemer; and sisters Agneta Jepsen, Eleanor Mattson and Bernadine Landgraf.
Cecilia “Ceal” Hauser
Cecilia “Ceal” Genevieve Hauser, age 91, of West Des Moines and formerly of Wall Lake passed away Monday, December 8, 2003, of congestive heart failure at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. Ceal moved to the Des Moines area in 2001 and became a resident of Fountain West Health Care in June 2003.
Cecilia was born April 17, 1912, in Breda, Iowa the daughter of Anton and Mary (Derner) Bachman. Ceal graduated from St. Bernard’s Catholic School in 1930 and received her Registered Nurses Degree from St. Anthony’s School of Nursing in 1932. She worked as a private duty nurse in the Breda, Mt. Carmel, and the Carroll area, prior to her marriage to Laurence Hauser on January 10, 1940. She loved farming with her husband in the Fonda, Wall Lake, and Odebolt areas. They retired in 1975 and moved into Wall Lake. Ceal’s hobbies included cooking, gardening, playing cards, and visiting with family and friends. She faithfully attended daily mass and the rosary was a special comfort to her. One of her very special memories was celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
Cecilia was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Laurence on May 1, 1990; six brothers: Pete, Tony, Frank, George, Joe, and Paul Bachman; and two sisters: Anna Neppl and Mayme Bachman.
Cecilia will be greatly missed by two daughters: Joyce (Jon) Schneider and Bette (Jim) McGonigle both of Urbandale; son, Dean (Joann) Hauser of Chandler, AZ; six grandchildren: Jodi (John) Schrage and Steve Gilson both of Des Moines, Kris Hauser of St. Louis, MO, Dane (Jennifer) Hauser of Phoenix, AZ, Jennifer McGonigle of St. Paul, MN, and Carrie (Brent) Graunke of Rochester, MN; two step granddaughters: Joni (Steve) Norman and Jan (Danny) O’Connor both of Des Moines; and a sister-in-law, Grace Hauser. You are loved by many. Thank you for your love and memories.
Funeral service is Thursday, December 11, 2003, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Wall Lake, IA, with Father John McGuirk officiating. St. Joseph’s Choir will be accompanied by Sue Mein at the organ. Pallbearers include: Steve Gilson, Dane Hauser, John Schrage, Brent Graunke, Howard Bachman, and Marcus Neppl. Final resting place will be at Wall Lake Cemetery, Wall Lake, Iowa.
Visitation is Wednesday, December 10, 2003, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Wall Lake. Vigil service is at 7:30 pm at the funeral home.
Charles C. “Bud” Raine
Charles C. “Bud” Raine, age 80, of Lake View, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2003, at Trinity Regional Hospital in Fort Dodge, IA.
Bud was born on December 27, 1922, in Harvey, North Dakota, the son of John N. and Grace (Firth) Raine. He attended grade school in Harvey, and Wall Lake Country School, graduating from Sac City High School in 1942, and continued his education at plumbing school.
He joined the United States Navy serving as an Electrician’s Mate Third Class, on May 8, 1944, and was honorably discharged May 21, 1946. He served aboard the NTC Farrgut, Idaho, USNOB Adak, Alaska, and USN Fueling Station, San Bay, Alaska, spending two years in the Aleutian Islands.
When he returned home Bud started his plumbing career in Sac City and later started his own business in Lake View, Raine Plumbing & Heating & Air Conditioning.
On July 6, 1968, Bud and Lillian E. Koster were united in marriage at St. Cecilia Cathedral in Omaha, NE.
He enjoyed having coffee with his friends. Bud was a member of the Lake View American Legion Eilert-Auen Post No. 133 and V.F.W. Post No. 590 of Sac City.
Bud is survived by his wife Lillian E. Raine; step-son Gary Koster and his wife Jayne of Carroll, IA; step daughter Diane Summerfield and her husband Carl of Palestine, TX; step-grandchildren: Jeff and Dawn Koster of Carroll, IA, Ross and Dr. Nancy Koster of Papillion, NE, and Kerrie Summerfield of Austin, TX; four step-great-grandchildren: Mariah, Evan, Emily, and Lindsey Koster; his brothers: Rex Raine and his wife Marilyn of Fort Dodge, and Richard Raine of Lake View; extended family and many friends.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral service is Saturday, December 13, 2003, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, at 10:30 a.m., with Father John McGuirk officiating. Music is provided by St. Joseph’s Choir with Sue Mein at the organ. Pallbearers include: Scott Kilstrom, Larry Raine, Dean Raine, Jeff Koster, Ross Koster, and William “Bill” Leners. Burial will be at the Wall Lake Cemetery with flag presentation by the Lake View American Legion Eilert-Auen Post. No. 133.
Visitation is Friday, December 12, 2003, at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Lake View, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a vigil service at 7:30.
Dr. David William Fredericksen
April 29, 1943 – October 16, 2003
Dave was born in Denver, Colorado, and reared in the community of Newell, Iowa. There he attended school, as well as many extra-curricular activities. He loved gourmet cooking. David received his Baccalaureate from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake. He then taught high school science in Bayard. Afterwards, he attended Iowa State University, where he earned his Masters and Doctorate in parisitology. David retired from the Upper Mohawk Valley Regional Water Authority in Utica, New York, and moved back to New Orleans, LA. David, a former biology professor at Tulane University, lost his fight with cancer at Memorial Medical Center (Baptist Campus). He was 60 years old.
Survivors include his wife, Meredith Sugg of New Orleans; his mother Alice (Williams) Fredericksen of Sac City, IA; two daughters, Melanie Linder and Julie Speer. Melanie lives in Kyle, TX, with her husband Charles and their children, Joshua, Janie, and Sam. Julie and her family, husband Jason and son Alex Moran, live in Ashburn, VA. David also leaves a brother, Alan Fredericksen and his family of Flagstaff, AZ; two sisters: Marilee Kleespies and family of Rolfe, and Jonelle Chapman and her family of North Platte, NE.
Davis was preceded in death by his dad, Don Fredericksen in October 1991.
A memorial services was held at the Tulane Chapel on November 23, 2003.
Memorial services for David will be held Saturday, July 31, 2004, at the United Methodist Church in Nemaha, IA, at 1:30 pm, with Reverend Karl Schiltz officiating. Carol Hansen will accompany Russ Davis with special music. Burial will be at the Elk Township Cemetery in Alta, Iowa. Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Sac City is in charge of arrangements. There will be no visitation.
