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Ruth L. James
Born in Barnes City, Iowa on November 7, 1921
Departed on March 21, 2012. Resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Visitation: Friday, March 23, 2012
Service: Saturday, March 24, 2012
Cemetery: Jackson Township Cemetery
Ruth Lovelle James, 90, died Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Willow Gardens Nursing Home in Marion, following an extended illness. Services: Saturday, March 24, 2012 at 1:30 PM at the Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. Visitation on Friday from 5 to 7 PM at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. Burial will be at Jackson Township Cemetery, Montezuma.

Survivors include three daughters, Maralene James of Cedar Rapids; Bonne (John) Christenson of Austin, TX; and Dee Ann (Phillip) Thompson of Springfield, MO; four grandchildren, Chris Ewoldt of Cedar Rapids; Eric (Amy) Christenson of Omaha, NE; Heather Christenson of Denver, CO; and Samantha Christenson, also of Denver, CO; two great grandchildren, Benjamin James Christenson, Caroline Ruth Christenson, and a step-great granddaughter Kaley all of Omaha, Nebraska.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Delmar James, who passed away in 2000, and 7 brothers and sisters, Neoma Sanders, Leona Klaus, Eula Mae Van Tomme, Clyde Gilbreaith, Earl Gilbreaith, Virgil Gilbreaith, and Vina Martin.

Ruth was born on November 7, 1921, in Barnes City, Iowa, the youngest child of David and Bessie Gilbreaith. She married Delmar James on January 24, 1940, in Lancaster, Missouri. She was a member of First Christian Church in Cedar Rapids. Ruth was active in helping her husband in their jewelry store in downtown Cedar Rapids for approximately 50 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, who always made an impression on others with her sweet personality and her kindness. Ruth’s life was built around her dedication and love for her family and we will miss her immensely in the days ahead, but we take comfort knowing that she is now home with the Lord, and reunited with her husband, for eternity.

Memorial donations in Ruth’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Stroke Association.

Nathan Timothy Johnson
Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on May 15, 1975
Departed on September 7, 2007. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visitation: Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Service: Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Nathan Timothy Johnson, 32, of 3840 Clark Road SE, died suddenly on September 7, 2007. Funeral Services: 1:00 PM, Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Rev. Scott Breedlove will officiate. Visitation Service: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 from 4 to 8 PM at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home.

Survivors include his wife Kalindi and his three children Jacob, Jesse, and Elizabeth; mother Lucille Carrero of Cedar Rapids; father Rick Johnson and wife Karen of Cedar Rapids; brothers Aaron Johnson and wife Christine of Cedar Rapids, Mark Johnson and wife Jessica of Ottumwa, Matthew Johnson and wife Rebecca of Hannibal, Missouri; sisters Sarah Prohm and husband Bryan of Hingham, Massachusetts, and Laura Johnson; grandfather Leslie Johnson of Cedar Rapids; mother-in-law Louise Parizek and husband Rick of Cedar Rapids; father-in-law Richard Dickson and wife Linda of Stone City, and brother-in-law Dustin Dickson of Redwood City, California. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of extended family and close friends.

Nathan Timothy Johnson was born May 15, 1975 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa the beloved son of Lucille K. Carrero and Fredrick W. Johnson. He was united in marriage to Kalindi Dickson on December 4, 1993 in Anamosa, Iowa. He was employed for many years as an automotive service manager, and was recently starting a new career in welding. He attended New Covenant Bible Church with his family. Nathan was a motorcycle enthusiast, avid fisherman, talented artist and took pride in his annual chili cook-off.

He was a loving husband, father, brother, son, and friend to many and will be greatly missed by those who had the opportunity to know him.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to a memorial fund established in Nathan's honor.

Richard Eugene Johnston
Born in Ottumwa, IA on September 29, 1945
Departed on June 6, 2008. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visitation: Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Service: Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Richard Eugene Johnston, 62, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa died Friday June 6, 2008 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics from an accidental fall at home. Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, June 10th at First Presbyterian Church. A celebration of life service will take place at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 11th also at First Presbyterian Church. Rev. Thomas E.S. Miller will officiate. Private Interment: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home.

Richard is survived by his wife of 33 years, Julie ; son Doug Johnston and wife Brenda, daughter DeAnne Johnston, daughter Kris Bruns and husband Jeff; grandchildren Trevor and Alana Johnston, and Lydia and Laura Bruns.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Carl and Beulah Johnston, and his aunt and uncle Rev. Dr. Herbert and Laura Brockway.

Richard was born September 29, 1945 in Ottumwa. He grew up in Albia, Iowa. After high school he attended the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, and later attended the University of Iowa. He was a retired member of Local #125 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. In 2001 he became a real estate agent for Coldwell Banker Hedges Realty. He also delivered meals for the Witwer Center's Home Delivered Program, which he found to be very rewarding. He was also an avid sports fan, especially the Iowa Hawkeyes.

He was also a member and served as an elder at First Presbyterian Church as well as serving the Presbytery of East Iowa.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many and will be greatly missed by all.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of The University of Iowa SICU, Harry and Nancy Oltoff, and Rev. Ted Miller.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Richard's name.

G. Helen Janda
Born on January 25, 1921
Departed on May 13, 2008. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visitation: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Service: Saturday, May 17, 2008
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
G. Helen Janda, 87, passed away at Willow Gardens, Marion, Iowa on May 13, 2008 following a long illness.
There will be a visitation Saturday, May 17th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM preceding the funeral service at 12:00 PM at Salem United Methodist Church by The Rev. Linda Hansen Bibb. Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Helen was born on January 25, 1921 in Clinton, Iowa to John and Marion Trippe Young. She lived in Clinton for 8 years and Chicago, IL for 8 years before moving to Cedar Rapids in 1937. She attended Wilson High School and Paris Beauty Academy. She married Paul Janda on April 5, 1941. They later divorced. She was a devoted member of Salem United Methodist Church, Rachel Circle, and the Emmaus Community, walk 8. She was known for her love of baking, especially kolaches. She loved to knit and made Christmas stockings for every family member. She enjoyed reading, watching game shows, eating out and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Those left to honor her memory are her children, Sharon and Louis Busch, Charlene and Tom Harrison, Paulette and Dick Boquist and Larry and Teresa Janda. Her grandchildren, Joe Hansen, Bob Neidermayer, John and Jenna Hansen, Rick and Michelle Busch, Jane Busch, Brett Mumford, Julie and Al Brown, Brian and Betsy Harrison, Mike Boquist, Matt Boquist, Ashley Curran, Amy and Jeff Mayer, Summer Janda, Jeff Schulte, Nick and Kourtnee Janda and Lindsey Janda. Her great grandchildren include Morgan, Jakob, John, Erik, Cole, Sarah, Simon, Savannah, Allen, Chase, Lexi, Braxton, A.J. and Ella, and a sister-in-law, Bessie Janda.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John Julius Young; and a great grandson, Rusty Brown.
The family would like to thank the caring staff at Willow Gardens and Darcie and Cori of Mercy Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salem United Methodist Church.

Charlotte Elizabeth Johnson
Born on April 19, 1919
Departed on April 27, 2008. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visitation: Friday, May 2, 2008
Service: Friday, May 2, 2008
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Charlotte Elizabeth Johnson, 89, 1048 H Ave NW died Sunday, April 27, 2008 at Mercy Medical Center following a brief illness. Services: 11:00 A.M. Friday at Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories where friends may call from 10 A.M. until the time of the service. The Rev. William Harnish will officiate. Burial: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.
Surviving are three grandchildren, Phil Wieneke Annette of Cedar Rapids; Chris Wieneke Sabrina of San Antonio, TX and Michelle Kouse Jason of Dayton, OH; a sister, Genevieve Berns of St. Clould, MN; a step-son, Emery Johnson of Illinois; 12 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Frank; a daughter, Rosemary Wieneke Tidwell; a brother, Wesley Reed; and a sister, Mary Schenk.
Charlotte was born April 19, 1919 in Spirit Lake the daughter of Wesley and Pearl Johnson Reed. She married Frank C. Johnson on August 15, 1943 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Charlotte was a pharmaceutical clerk for McKesson-Robins from 1942 until her retirement in 1981. She loved spending time with her family and friends, and she loved to play bingo.

Marie Helen Just
Born in North Liberty, Iowa on January 23, 1915
Departed on March 9, 2008. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Visitation: Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Service: Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Marie Helen Just, 93, formerly of Toddville and Center Point, died March 9, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital after a long illness. Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2008 from 4 to 8 pm at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home. Services: 9 am, Wednesday, at Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories by Rev. William Harnish. Burial: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Survivors include her son, Lauren Donette Just of Center Point; one daughter, Janice Richard Risdale of Fairfax; one brother, Edward Swenka of Cedar Rapids; two sisters, Leona Evans and Emily Wagner both of Iowa City; one sister-in-law, Helen Swenka of North Liberty; and one granddaughter, Jennifer Just of Murray.

She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Henry; three brothers, Clarence, William, and Kenneth; and two sisters, Mabel and Elsie.

Marie Helen Just was born January 23, 1915 to Paul and Mary Shebetka Swenka in North Liberty, Iowa. She married Henry Just on January 24, 1935 in Ely. Henry passed away in 1992. Marie enjoyed gardening, canning, and being outdoors.

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