Marie Ann Doughan

November 18, 2004

Marie Ann Doughan, 101, of Webster City, formerly of Wesley, died on Monday, November 8, 2004, at the Crestview Senior Living in Webster City.

A funeral Mass was held on Friday, November 12, at the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Webster City. Father John R. Flaherty officiated at the 11:00 a.m. service. Burial was in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Wesley.

Marie Ann Doughan, was born on January 28, 1903 on a farm near Wesley, the daughter of John and Anna Loebig. She was united in marriage to Elmer Doughan on June 20, 1922, by Father Dominic Lickteig, cousin of the bride. The couple lived on a farm near Stilson and then moved to a farm near Wesley and later moving to a their home in Wesley.

Marie enjoyed her family and many friends and the center of her life was her family and faith. She was active in the St. Joseph's Parish, including a membership in the Altar Society.

She is survived by two daughters, Sister Mary K. Doughan of Clarion and Audrey Walmsley of Webster City; one sister, Mildred Arndorfer of Algona; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer on June 21, 1976; one daughter, Sister Adele in 1989; one son-in-law, J.D. Walmsley; and one brother, Victor Loebig.
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Rosemarie Harmon

November 18, 2004

Rosemarie Harmon, 66, of Clarion, died on Friday, November 12, 2004, at the Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 17, at the First Lutheran Church, Clarion. Pastor Gary Boen officiated at the 1:30 p.m. service. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion.

Rosemarie Harmon, was born on August 11, 1938 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, the daughter of Irvin and Freda (Sandman) Harmon. She graduated from the Clarion High School in 1956. Rosie was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Clarion and the F.L.C.W. of Clarion.

Rosie loved people and was involved in numerous church and community activities, where she utilized her baking and craft skills. She did volunteer work for the American Diabetes Association and the Alliance for the Emotionally Handicapped.

Rosie is survived by two daughters, Kathleen Stevens and husband, Russ of Clarion and Kristine Clothier and husband, Charles of Polo, Illinois; four grandchildren; one sister, Sondra Hecox and husband, Dale of St. Charles, Illinois; and many other friends and relatives.
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Lyle Eugene Steiner

November 24, 2004

Lyle Eugene Steiner, 48, of New Providence, died at his home on Tuesday, November 16, 2004.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 19, at 2:00 p.m., at the Honey Creek-New Providence Friends Church in New Providence. Burial was in the New Providence Cemetery.

Lyle Eugene Steiner, was born on July 20, 1956 in Clarion, the eldest son of Wendell and Mary Hahn Steiner. He was a 1974 graduate of the Clarion High School, after which he continued to educate himself in any of the many occupations that he pursued.

On May 27, 1978, Lyle married Kollene Marilyn Morgan, also of Clarion, and together they raised a family of five children. His occupations were a carpenter and farmer, using his skill with tools and love for animals to make a living for and with his family. He loved to sing and spent many years first with the Choralaires of Clarion, and then the Sacred Sounds Gospel Quartet. He was an EMT in Clarion, a 4-H Leader in Ellsworth, and a Community Club member in New Providence.

Lyle is survived by his wife, Kollene of New Providence; three sons, Martin Steiner and wife, Angela of Eldora, Joel Steiner and Jason Steiner, both of New Providence; two daughters, Holly Steiner of Ames and Andrea Steiner of New Providence; mother, Mary Steiner of Woolstock; one brother, Robin Steiner and wife, Rebecca of Clarion; and one sister-in-law, Loralie Ashton and husband, Jack of Moore, Oklahoma.

Lyle was preceded in death by his father; and infant son, Ryan Daniel.
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Bernice Margaret Reichter

November 24, 2004

Bernice Margaret Reichter, 83, formerly of Goldfield, died on Friday, November 19, 2004, at the Rotary Ann Nursing Home in Eagle Grove.

Funeral services were held on Monday, November 22, at the United Methodist Church in Goldfield. Rev. Karen Dearchs officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Glenwood Cemetery.

Bernice Margaret Keen, was born on March 1, 1921 in rural Humboldt County, the daughter of Martin and Dagny (Andreson) Keen. She was raised around Thor and was baptized and confirmed at the Thor Lutheran Church. Bernice attended country school and graduated from the Renwick High School in 1939.

On March 15,1941, Bernice was united in marriage with Wendell R. Reichter at Thor. They farmed the family farm until moving to Goldfield in 1976. Wendell died on January 27, 1997.

Bernice was an active member of the United Methodist Church in Goldfield, where she also taught Bible School and Sunday School for many years. She belonged to many social clubs and organizations, including the D.O.C. Club and also several bridge clubs, especially enjoying her games of bridge played at the Oakridge Country Club.

Survivors include two sons, David Reichter and wife, Cheryl of Elkader and Dean Reichter and wife, Jackie of Goldfield; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Mabel Nelson of Goldfield; one brother, Richard Keen and wife, Bev of Storm Lake; several nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Mildred Keen of Thor, Wanda Keen of Spencer and Corine Keen of St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
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Mildred "Tillie" Anderson

December 2, 2004

Mildred "Tillie" Anderson, 75, of North Platte, Nebraska, formerly of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2004.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 24, at the United Methodist Church in Clarion. Pastor Don Morrison officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion.

Mildred Ilene Carlson, was born on June 13, 1929 on a farm near Renwick, the daughter of Tom and Charlotte (Johnson) Carlson. The family later moved to a farm south of Denhart where she attended country school.

On August 28, 1948, Tillie was united in marriage to Verdie Harvey Anderson in Garner. The couple lived on a farm near Clarion, raising their two children. The couple moved to Clarion in 1975.

Tillie worked for the Clarion Locker and Meredith Corporation, retiring in 1991.

She is survived by one daughter, Charlotte Davidson and husband, Michael of North Platte, Nebraska; one son, Thomas Anderson and wife, Deanna of Goldfield; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Minor of Clarion and Margaret Anderson of Kanawha; one brother, Donald Carlson of Watertown, Wisconsin; numerous nieces and nephews; and other family members.

Tillie was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and seven brothers.
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Maurice J. White, Sr.

December 2, 2004

Maurice J. White, Sr., 73, of Dows, passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2004, at the Hamilton County Hospital, Webster City.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 1, at the Abundant Life Chapel in Dows at 10:30 a.m. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion.

Maurice J. White, Sr., was born on September 19, 1931, the son of Ora and June (Burt) White at the family farm in Galt. He was baptized at the Abundant Life Chapel in Dows.

Maurice graduated from the Dows High School, attended Iowa State College and entered the U.S. Army in August 1952. He served with the United States Army Headquarters for Europe which was located in Heidelberg, Germany. Maurice returned from the Army in August of 1954 and started farming the home farm.

Maurice married Sharon Fraser on December 15, 1957. They continued to farm until 1988 when they discontinued farming. Maurice was employed by the U.S. Post Office in Ames on April 25, 1987 and continued working there until February of 1997.

Maurice was a founding member of the Abundant Life Chapel where he served as an elder for many years. He served on the Rural Electric Coop Board for 26 years, the Wright County Farmers Insurance Board, The Farmers Home Administration County Committee, Rural Fire Association Board, as a township trustee, and a 4-H Leader. Maurice also served as a Commodity Grain Inspector for the Agricultural Stabilization Committee. He was a charter member of the Wright County Gun Club, a member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the American Legion. Maurice enjoyed all sports and was an avid fan of the Chicago Bulls, and especially loved hunting and fishing.

He is survived by three children, Maurice Jr. and wife, Cathy of Williams, Diane Sutherland and husband, Quin of San Diego, California and Phyllis Jacobson and husband, Darwin of Woolstock; five grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
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