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Margaret Ulrich
Margaret Alice (Nelson) Ulrich, age 91, of Sac City, Iowa, was called to her eternal death on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at the Park View Care Center in Sac City.
She was born on August 11, 1914, at Herman, Nebraska to Stacy and Margaret (Taylor) Nelson. Margaret became a child of God through Holy Baptism on April 3, 1936, and was confirmed as a member of the Lutheran Church at Meadow Grove, NE on the same day.
On September 12, 1931, Margaret married Anton Ulrich at Pierce, Nebraska. This marriage was blessed with two sons: Jim and George.
Margaret made her home in and around Sac City since 1946. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid, and V.F.W. Auxiliary. She enjoyed quilting, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and working in her garden.
Margaret is survived by her two sons, Jim of Cherokee and George of Sioux Falls, SD; seven grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; several great great-grandchildren; sister, Pearl Smith of Utah; two brothers, Delbert Nelson of Phoenix, AZ and Russell Nelson of Portland, OR; many relatives; and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Anton in 1986, her parents, three sisters, seven brothers, and a granddaughter.
Mildred "Dea" Buckley
Graveside services for Dea Buckley will be on Thursday, June 30th, 10:30 a.m. at the Oakland Cemetery in Sac City under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home. There will be no visitation.
Mildred “Dea” Buckley, age 81, of Sac City, Iowa, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 28, 2005.
Dea was born March 29, 1924, at Millersburg, Iowa, the daughter of Mark and Nellie (Healey) Van Horn. She spent seven years in Millersburg and in 1931 moved to Sac City where she attended Sac City Schools graduating in 1942. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Sac City.
On December 17, 1942, Dea was united in marriage to Dana Buckley in South Sioux City, Nebraska. They were blessed with four children: Jerry, Nancy, Ann, and Beverly. She had worked at Vern Jons’ Super Value Grocery Store in Sac City.
Her hobbies included reading, crocheting, playing cards and walking, which she had to discontinue due to her health.
Her family was her life. Dea will be remembered for her big heart, always full of thoughtfulness for others. The joy and love of her life were her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one special niece, Jill Buckley Campbell.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Dana; son Jerry Buckley and his wife Stephanie of Lytton; her daughters: Nancy Spanjer and husband Gerald of Sac City and Beverly Wiebers and husband Rick of Monticello, IA; ten grandchildren: Amy Brayton, Greg Buckley, Kirk Buckley, Derek Buckley, Dana Drost, Denice Whipkey, Debbie Rehorst, Nikki Schallau, Chris Wiebers, and Shelby Streif; and twenty great-grandchildren. Other survivors include her sister: Marian Wayt of Hobbs, New Mexico and many extended family members and friends.
Dea was preceded in death by her parents; daughter Ann in childbirth; brother James Van Horn; four sisters: Mary Ruth Stone, Phyllis Bedell, Harriet Lavery, and Maxine Van Horn; parents-in-law Laud and Margaret Buckley; brothers-in-law: Earl Buckley, Raymond Buckley, Robert Buckley and wife Marge; and sisters-in-law: Marjorie Burke and husband Roger and Dorothy Moore and husband Keith.
Manuel J. Aschinger
Manuel J. Aschinger, age 87, of Wall Lake, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2006, at Manning Regional Healthcare Center in Manning, Iowa.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, April 25th, at the United Church of Christ at Lake View. Burial will be at the Wall Lake Cemetery under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Visitation is from 4:00-9:00 p.m., Monday, April 24th, at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Wall Lake.
Manuel was born on June 29, 1918, in Carroll, Iowa, the son of John G. and Kathryn D. (Peters) Aschinger. He attended Carroll County Country School.
On August 31, 1945, Manuel was united in marriage to Bonnie L. Brotherson at the Presbyterian Manse in Vail, Iowa. Three children were born to this union: Paul, Karen, and Kevin. Manuel was a member of the United Church of Christ in Lake View, where he served as an Elder.
Manuel loved to farm, tending the crops and doing custom corn shelling for others. He “officially” retired in the late 1980’s, but kept active up until his death driving truck and helping Bonnie with the dog kennel. Manuel’s life was the farm but his love was his family. Attending his children’s sporting activities, taking his children and grandchildren fishing and bowling, and dancing the polka kept him very active. They will cherish these memories and hold them close to their heart. Their family and friends helped Manuel and Bonnie celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary on August 31, 2005.
Survivors include his wife Bonnie and children, Paul Aschinger and wife Kaye, Karen Grell and husband Dean, all of Vail, IA, and Kevin Aschinger and wife Lindy of Westside, IA; 11 grandchildren; four step grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 14 step great-grandchildren; and 11 step great great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his two brothers: Marlin Aschinger and wife Lorraine of Deloit, IA and Veryl Aschinger and wife Jody of Wall Lake; two sisters: Delores Rowedder and husband Leroy of Manning, IA and Joann Trost and husband Paul of Churdan, IA; sister-in-law, Bernita Carstensen and husband Wallace of Odebolt, IA; many extended family members and friends.
Manuel was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Reuben and Don; step grandson, Scott Campbell; and step great-grandson, Shea Campbell.
Kyle Martin
Kyle Richard Martin, age 16 of Sac City, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday June 3, 2004, at the Loring Hospital. Kyle was born December 21, 1987, at the Buena Vista County Hospital in Storm Lake, Iowa, the son of Jack and Marcia (Lundberg) Martin.
Kyle was baptized and confirmed in the Sac City United Methodist Church. He had just completed his sophomore year at Sac City High School. While in grade school, Kyle, participated in swim team, baseball, and 4-H. In high school he was active in football, basketball and track. He enjoyed his computer, playing video games, playing football and was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeye’s, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Chicago Cubs.
Kyle is survived by his parents, Jack and Marcia; brother, Colin; grandparents, Dick and Bonnie Martin; grandmother, Mary Lundberg; his dog, Misty and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and distant relatives.
His grandfather, Arnold Lundberg, preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be Monday, June 6th, 2:30 p.m., at the United Methodist Church in Sac City with Reverend Dean McPherson officiating. Rick and Stephanie Hecht will sing a duet accompanied by Dave Cook, organist. Honorary pallbearers include Scott Jacobsen, Ryan Voyles, Jay Martin, Trey Myers, and Wyatt Murray. Pallbearers will be the following: Dan Martin, Bruce Martin, Dexter Luchtel, Eric Groen, Butch Quail, and Dave Cook. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery in Sac City under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Visitation is from 2:00-8:00 pm Sunday at the United Methodist Church in Sac City, with the family present from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00.
John R. Ludwig
John R. (Jack) Ludwig, age 72, of Lake View, Iowa, formerly of Bellevue, NE, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at Black Hawk Lake in Lake View.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 1st, at the First Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, NE. There will be no visitation.
Jack was born in Vail, Iowa, on October 18, 1933, and graduated High School in Bellevue, NE. He continued his education, graduating from Peru State Teachers College in 1958.
Jack had a 30-year business career in Nebraska. He was an owner of numerous businesses including Ludwig and Sons construction, Ludwig Brothers Boat Company, Kleen Kar Wash, and Cape Truck Toppers. Jack retired in 1986. He and Candy spent the winters in Florida and summers in Lake View Iowa. Jack was an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a member of South Omaha Eagles 154, founding member of FOE 3912 Bellevue, as well as 32nd Degree Mason and Member of Scottish Rite and Tangier Shrine.
Survivors include his wife, Caroline (Candy) Ludwig; brothers, Gerald Ludwig of Sun City Center, FL, James and wife Debra Ludwig of Bellevue, NE, and Kenneth Ludwig of Ruston, LA; many nieces and nephews, and extended family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Myra (Hagge) Ludwig of Bellevue and brother Charles Ludwig of Glendale, AZ.
The family wishes memorials to Shrine Hospitals for children or First Presbyterian Church in Bellevue, NE.
Gertrude Shadle
Gertrude Elizabeth (Hamm) Shadle, age 91, of Sac City, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2004, at Black Hawk Life Care Center in Lake View.
Gertrude was born February 26, 1913, five miles south of Sac City, in Sac County, Iowa, the daughter of Fred and Sarah “Sadie” (Parkinson) Hamm. She was baptized at the First Christian Church in Sac City February 8, 1931. She graduated from Sac City High School in 1930 with Normal School Training and taught country school. Gertrude was united in marriage to Clifford Shadle July 4, 1935. They lived five miles north of Sac City. To this union two children were born: Sharon and Kenneth.
When her husband became ill and went to the nursing home in 1974, she moved to Sac City and worked at the Ben Franklin Store for 14 years. Her family always came first. She was a loving wife, mother, and helpmate to her husband throughout their lives on the farm.
Gertrude was a member of the First Christian Church of Sac City and attended church until her health failed. She taught Sunday school for several years, was a Deaconess, a member of the C.W.F. and C.W.F. Chairwoman. She belonged to several card clubs, was a member of the H.Y.N. Club, member of the Iowa State Bank Friendship Club, Loring Hospital Auxiliary, volunteer at Loring Hospital, an honorary member of the Wa Tan Ye Club in Sac City, and former member of Rebekah Lodge.
Survivors include her two children: Sharon Olerich and her husband Ronald of Lake View, IA, and Kenneth Shadle and his wife Marlene of Mason City, IA; seven grandchildren and their spouses: Jeffrey (Peg) Olerich, Kenneth (Terry) Olerich, Gregory (Tina) Olerich, and Lance (Paula) Olerich, Mark (Michelle) Shadle, Brian (Debbie) Shadle, and Susan (Ray) Burget; sixteen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; her extended family members, and friends.
Gertrude was preceded in death by her parents; husband Clifford, October 29, 1976; brother and sister-in-law, Walter and Helen Hamm; in-laws: Robert and Mildred Shadle, Forest and Ora Shadle, and Mabel and Vern Quail.
Funeral services for Gertrude will be held Thursday, September 30th, 10:30 a.m., at the First Christian Church in Sac City. Reverend Sharla Hulsey will officiate and Sue Peyton will accompany Steve Pullen with special music. Joan Wilkerson and Sally Anglum will take care of the flower arrangements. Gertrude’s grandchildren will be casketbearers. They include the following: Jeffrey Olerich, Kenneth Olerich, Gregory Olerich, Lance Olerich, Mark Shadle, Brian Shadle, and Susan Burget. Burial will be at the Oakland Cemetery in Sac City under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 29th, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Gretha Metcalf
Gretha Edith Metcalf, age 87, of Wall Lake, Iowa passed away Saturday, March 27, 2004, at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake.
Gretha was born December 5, 1916, to Martin and Bretha (Bray) Hansen at Battle Creek, Iowa.
Gretha was married to Lester Metcalf and they lived in Carnarvon, Iowa. Lester died in 1977 and Gretha stayed in Carnarvon for nine years then moved to Missouri Valley where she lived for 25 years until she injured her back. She then moved to Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake to be closer to her family.
Gretha is survived by her son Russell Neff of Grant City, MO; four daughters: Mary (Jay) Krusentjerna of Wall Lake, IA, Margaret Davis of Carroll, IA, Elizabeth (Gary) Nicholson of New Hampshire, & Judy (Vern) Chittenden of Snyder, NE; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; three brothers: Donald Hansen of Sioux City, IA, Elmer Hansen of Nebraska, and Leo Hansen of Minnesota; and a sister Dorothy Langschwager of Correctionville, IA.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Lester in 1977; six brothers; two sisters; two grandsons: Adam Rake and Billy Bruns.
Memorial graveside services will be held at a later date in May. Cards may be sent to: Mary Krusentjerna, 3020-380th St., Wall Lake, Iowa, 51466.
Gerald Hanson
Gerald A. Hanson, age 79, formerly of Lytton, Iowa passed away on Sunday March 7, 2004, at the Fonda Care and Rehab Center in Fonda, Iowa.
Gerald was born on April 1, 1924, in Alta, Iowa the son of Emmett and Marcella (Anderson) Hanson.
He attended Alta Schools, graduating from the Alta High School and went on to Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, where he studied agriculture. He then went on to serve in the US Navy during WWII.
On August 3, 1952, he was united in marriage to Mary LaVon Dall. To this union four children were born, Randy, Roger, Janet and Ricky.
The couple farmed near Bradgate and Havelock before moving to Lytton. While at Lytton he continued to farm and worked at Noble Manufacturing in Sac City for a number of years.
After retiring in 1976, Gerald and Mary moved into Lytton where he served as Mayor and was on the local police department.
Gerald enjoyed camping and fishing. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and a lifetime member of the Lytton American Legion.
Gerald is survived by his wife Mary of Rockwell City; two sons and their wives: Randy and Karen Hanson of Callender, IA, and Rodger and Linda Hanson of Sac City, IA; daughter and her husband, Janet and Jeff Klocko of Norwalk, IA; eight grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Other survivors include his two sisters: LaVera Fleuriet of Georgetown, Texas and LaVonna Struthers of West Bend, Ia. and numerous relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett and Marcella Hanson; his son, Ricky in 1991; and a brother Darwin.
Funeral services for Gerald are Wednesday, March 10th, 3:30 p.m., at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Sac City with Reverend Wayne Pfannkuch officiating, and Mary Townsend organist. Honorary pallbearers include Mike Licht and Paul Johnson. Casketbearers consists of: Jesse Hanson, Kent Wolcott, Jerrad Hanson, Ronald Struthers, Nick Nolte, and Randy Batz. Burial will be at Cedar Cemetery with full military graveside services by Hutchinson-Liechty American Legion Post 546 from Lytton, Iowa.
Florence Jetter
Florence Ann Jetter, age 77, of Wall Lake, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, at Twilight Acres Nursing Home in Wall Lake.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, Mayy 22nd, at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Wall Lake with burial at the South Wall Lake Cemetery under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Visitation is from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 21st at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Wall Lake.
Florence was born on March 23, 1929, in Webster City, Iowa, the daughter of Ludwig “Louis” Wilhelm and Johanna Bertha Edith (Dumdei) Jetter. She was baptized at the Peace Lutheran Parsonage in Wall Lake as an infant. Florence went to live with her aunt and uncle, John and Minnie Peters, at the age of two upon the death of her mother. She attended Jackson No. 3 Country School through the eighth grade.
Florence loved to go for rides anytime, as she never did learn to drive. She loved to visit with people, be with children, spend time at Ralph and Linda’s house with the kids, embroider and loved her flowers, which she shared with others. She gave all she had to taking care of Aunt Minnie (or mom) as she called her. Florence later worked as custodian at the Wall Lake School for 22 years, retiring in May of 1994. She lived by herself in Wall Lake until she entered Twilight Acres Nursing Home in February 2006. She was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Wall Lake.
Survivors include her sister, Lois (Elmer) Culbertson of Laurens, IA, Glenna Ferrone (cousin raised with her) of Sergeant Bluff, IA, and Sally Brown (half sister) of Fort Dodge, IA; her many nieces and nephews: Phillip Ferrone of Blair, NE, Carolyn (Gaylen) Hess of Smith Center, KS, Lonnie (Jeanne) Culbertson of Elizabeth, CO, Gene (Marybeth) Culbertson of Hiawatha, IA, Jack Culbertson of Laurens, IA, Cathy (Jerry) Williams of Marathon, IA, Kenneth Jetter of Laurens, IA, Alan Johnson of Charter Oak, IA, Janie Johnson of Sioux City, IA, Linda (Ralph) Freese of Wall Lake, IA, Bonnie (Ed) Stone of Lake City, IA, Bob (Kay) Jetter of Las Vegas, NV, and Shirley Moore of Stratford, IA; many extended family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Hannah Jetter; aunts and uncles: John and Minnie Peters and William and Evelyn Jetter; her brother, Duane Jetter; and nephew, William Jetter.
Florence Harrold
Florence Mary Harrold, age 81, of Sac City, Iowa, formerly of Palmer and Pomeroy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 30, 2006, at her daughters home in Sac City.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 3rd, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Sac City with Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Visitation is from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 2nd, at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Sac City where there will be a rosary by the Catholic Daughters of America at 7:30 and vigil service at 8:00. Friends may call at the church after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday.
Florence was born on November 3, 1924, to Jerry and Nora (Lynch) Coleman at Fort Dodge, Iowa. She was baptized, confirmed, and graduated from Saint Matthews Catholic Church and School in Clare. She went on to business school at Iowa Central College.
Florence was a phone operator in Chicago during the war before her marriage to Virgil Harrold on June 16, 1948, at Saint Matthews. Five children were born to this union: Sharon, Sheila, Thomas, Sandra, and Mary. She was a loving wife and mother, caring for her family, providing a warm and comfortable home, and watching her children grow up and have families of their own, was her greatest joy. She loved her grandchildren and their family get-togethers. Being able to celebrate their 25th and 50th Wedding Anniversary’s was very special to her. One of the many stories Florence loved to tell, was surviving the tornado in 1979, that destroyed the town of Manson and took the farm where she lived. Her faith was always the center of her life and she was active in Guild, a member of 3MClub, and CD of A’s. She was a former member of Saint Matthew’s in Clare, Saint Joseph’s in Palmer, Saint Mary’s in Pomeroy, and presently a member of Saint Mary’s in Sac City. Florence enjoyed music, her Irish heritage, and liked to shop. She worked outside the home as a nurse’s aide and med aide until her retirement in 1989 due to a stroke.
Survivors include her children: Sharon Harrold-Hannon and husband Jim of Central City, IA, Thomas Harrold and wife Mary of Janesville, IA, Sandra Kilbride and husband Pat of Sac City, and Mary Jean Tedlie and husband Eric of Arvada, CO; son-in-law, Gary Koelling and wife Cathy of Milford, IA; 13 grandchildren: Paul, Talitha, and David Hannon, Krista (Mark) Lundblad, Kimber Koelling, David Feiler, Chuck (Brenda) Harrold, Melissa Beary, Michael (Katie) Boomer, Tawnya (Dave) Coyle, Rebecca (Nick) Rohmiller, William Kilbride, and Kelly Kilbride; five great-grandchildren: Sydney and Emily Harrold, Michael and Hannah Beary, and Ryan Rohmiller. She is also survived by her brother, Edward (Noreen) Coleman; sisters-in-law: Darlene Coleman of Bethesda, MD, Colleen Murman of Palmer, IA, Marie Harrold of Manson, IA, and Delores Harrold of Palmer, IA; and many extended family members.
Florence was preceded in death by her parents; husband Virgil in 2000; daughter Sheila Koelling; brothers, Maurice and Jerry; and sister, Maedene Coleman.
Eleanor Lane
Funeral services for Eleanor Lane will be held Saturday, January 29th, 11:00 am, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Odebolt, with Father John McGuirk presiding. Pallbearers consist of the following: Bill Wright, Carl Hemer, Jim Wareham, Kris Jung, Jim Sorensen, and Rodney Olerich. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Storm Lake under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.
Visitation is Friday, January 28th, 4:00-8:00 pm, at the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home in Odebolt, with a vigil service at 7:00 and rosary at 7:30.
Eleanor Jean Lane, age 85, of Odebolt, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2005, at Odebolt Nursing and Rehab Center in Odebolt.
Eleanor J. Hassman was born on August 6, 1919, in Storm Lake, Iowa, the daughter of Frederick and Anna (Mullen) Hassman. She grew up in the Storm Lake area and attended Storm Lake schools through the eighth grade.
On February 6, 1943, Eleanor was united in marriage to Maynard W. Lane at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Storm Lake. They made their home in Storm Lake and Alta before moving to Odebolt in 1972. They were blessed with seven children: Patricia, Michael, Danny, Margaret, Robert, Joseph, and Thomas. She was a member of St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Odebolt.
Eleanor was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was always caring for others. She enjoyed gardening and canning and loved to share her bountiful produce with friends and neighbors. She loved her cats and was always taking care of a cat in her home. She occasionally worked outside the home as a domestic.
Survivors include her children: Patricia Lane of Odebolt, Michael and Rachel Lane of Galesburg, IL, Margaret and Steve Schaitberger of Brainerd, MN, Robert and Carol Lane of Le Mars, IA, Joseph and Sara Lane of Mapleton, IA, and Thomas and Tarla Lane of Alta, IA; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters: Rosemary Brauch of Le Mars and Helen Williamson of San Jose, CA; and extended family members.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Maynard on Nov. 21, 1994; son Danny Lane; brothers: Leo and Robert Brauch; sister Clara Schwertley; and two grandsons: Jamie and Chris Lane.
Esther Johnson
Esther Lydia (Hanke) Johnson, age 97, of Early, Iowa, died July 3, 2004, at Hamilton Hospital in Webster City, Iowa.
Esther was born in Sac County, Iowa, on July 19,1906, to Emil and Kathryn (Schramm) Hanke. She was baptized on August 19, 1906, and confirmed on March 20, 1921, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cook Township. She was later a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church in Early. Her steadfast faith in her Lord and Savior bore fruit in her life as she served God and helped her family and fellowman.
As a young woman, she was employed at Adams Ranch as a personal cook for the Adams family. Esther was married at the Cook Township Immanuel Lutheran Church to Virgil R. Johnson. She and Virgil farmed in Ida and Sac County for several years. When Virgil’s health failed, they moved to Early where she helped her husband with the Boyer Valley Construction Company until retirement. She spent many hours in her vegetable and flower gardens. Nothing pleased her more than arranging flowers for the altar at her church. For several years she managed the Hoffman Flower Shop in Storm Lake. She enjoyed baking rolls, bread, and cookies, especially for her grandchildren. Many will remember her crocheted scratchers, which have been used by people in all fifty states and in foreign countries.
In 1991, due to failing eyesight, she moved to Webster City, Iowa, to be closer to her family. To the end of her life she missed her church and friends in Early.
Esther is survived by two daughters: Barbara and husband, William Evans of Webster City, and Lois Jane and husband Evan Dilks of Palmdale, CA; also by a son-in-law, James Harber of Webster, South Dakota; twelve grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; a niece Arloa Rapple and husband Darlow of Humboldt, IA, many cousins and several great-nieces.
Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Virgil; youngest daughter, Shirley L. Harber; grandson, Benjamin Evans; and her brothers Louie and Arthur Hanke.
Esther had a great zest for life. She especially enjoyed family gatherings, visits from her grandchildren and traveling. To the end she was an avid Iowa Hawkeye and Chicago Cubs fan. Esther loved life and lived it to the fullest.
Memorial services for Esther will be held Saturday, July 31st, at 11:00 am, at Faith Lutheran Church in Early with Pastor Charles Bettin and Pastor Travis Schmidt officiating. Carol Wendel will accompany Pastor Travis Schmidt with special music. Honorary pallbearers include the following: Laura Lentzkow, Bart Evans, Jon Evans, Kathy McDonald, Evan R. Dilks, Linda Miles, Douglas Dilks, David Dilks, Daniel Harber, Emily Moody, Dennis Harber, and Mitzi Brandon. Burial will be at the Early Union Cemetery, Saturday, July 31, 10:30 am, prior to the memorial service, under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home. There will be no visitation.
