Lynn Llewellyn Schroder

May 5, 2005

Lynn Llewellyn Schroder, 87, of the Dows and Galt areas, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2005, at the Trinity Regional Hospital in Fort Dodge.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 4, at the Dows Methodist Church. Pastor Stan Watne officiated. Burial was in the Galt Cemetery.

Lynn Llewellyn Schroder, was born on July 17, 1917, the son of Bill and Margaret (Kuehl) Schroder. He received his education in the Vernon Township Country School, the Public School of Seattle, Washington and graduated from the Galt High School in 1935. On July 4, 1941, Lynn was united in marriage to Celeste Elaine Korth, also of Galt, in Marysville, Missouri.

Lynn farmed his whole life, but also had a passion for hunting and fishing.

In 2000, Lynn entered the USA Healthcare Center in Dows. When that facility closed he transferred to the facility in Clarion.

He is survived by his nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Lynn was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Celeste; three brothers, Stanton "Buck" Schroder, Mitchell D. Schroder and Van Schroder.
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Ruth Marie McCormick

May 5 & 12, 2005

Ruth Marie McCormick, 76, of Clarion, died on Monday, May 2, 2005 at the USA Health Care Center in Clarion.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 5, at the United Church of Christ Congregational in Clarion. Pastor Curt Miner officiated at the 10:00 a.m. service. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion.

Ruth Soren, was born on April 7, 1929 in Clarion, the daughter of Elmer and Marie (Meineke) Soren. She grew up on a farm in rural Clarion and attended country school, graduating from the Clarion High School in 1946. Ruth was employed by the telephone company.

On September 23, 1951, Ruth was united in marriage with Dean McCormick at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. The couple made their home on the family farm near Clarion, where they raised their three children. Ruth and Dean farmed together for many years and continued to live on the farm until Ruth became a resident of the USA Health Care Center in Clarion.

Ruth enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She always made time to help the children with their 4-H projects. She had a good sense of humor.

Ruth was a member of the United Church of Christ Congregational in Clarion where she enjoyed attending Women's Fellowship and was also a member of the Ceres Circle.

Ruth is survived by her husband, Dean of 53 years; three children, Rick McCormick and wife, Nancy of Council Bluffs, Christi Patterson and husband, Harold of Nevada, Scott McCormick and wife, Linda of Clarion; five grandchildren; one half-sister, Carol; one half-brother, Leonard; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Marj.
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Arletta Helen Busse

May 5, 2005

Arletta Helen Busse, 83, of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2005, at the Wright Medical Center in Clarion.

A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 11, at 2:00 p.m., at the First Lutheran Church in Clarion. Family and friends are invited.

Arletta Helen Leege, was born on January 9, 1922, the daughter of Albert and Sophia Leege. She was raised on a farm near Lytton, graduating from high school in 1939.

In 1946, while attending Wartburg College in Waverly, she met Wilbert Busse. They were married on February 25, 1947. Arletta and Wilbert relocated to Clarion in 1951. Wilbert owned an electrical business and both were active members of the First Lutheran Church.

She is survived by two daughters, Paula Kae Busse-Barnett and Charlotte Busse.

Arletta was preceded in death by her parents in 1957: and husband, Wilbert in 2002.
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Peggy Sue Warwick

May 12, 2005

Peggy Sue (Michels) Warwick, 43, of Coulter, died on Thursday, May 5, 2005, near Popejoy.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 12, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer. Rev. Marvin Lorenz will officiate at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial will be in the Coulter Cemetery.

Peggy Sue Michels, was born on October 17, 1961 in Independence, the daughter of Clem and Rita (Scharer) Michels. She graduated from the Oelwein High School and attended the North Iowa Community College in Mason City. She and Thomas Warwick were married on September 26, 1981, at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Hazelton. Peggy worked in Home Health Care and was a waitress at Dudley's Corner.

Peggy was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Latimer. She enjoyed visiting with people and helping the elderly. She enjoyed her family and reading and liked to watch her children play sports and other activities.

She is survived by her husband, Thomas of Coulter; three sons, Christopher Warwick of Urbandale, Michael Warwick and wife, Jeni of Pella and Tyson Warwick of Coulter; one daughter, Kimberly Warwick of Des Moines; father, Clem Michels of Hazelton; seven sisters, Barbara Vandersee of Aurora, Iowa, Bernice Vargason and husband, Roger of Independence, Ginny Hyatt and husband, Joe of Ft. Huachuca, Arizona, Eileen Koob and husband, Robert of Oelwein, Margie Fernau and husband, Steve of Waterloo, Monica Wurzer and husband, Darin of Ft. Atkinson and Marlene Dawson and husband, Glen of Oelwein; four brothers, Paul Michels and wife, Mary of Hazelton, Leroy Michels of Haughton, Louisiana, Fritz Michels and wife, DeAnn of Hazelton and C. John Michels and wife, Sue of Oelwein; and brother-in-law, Glen Stewart of Lomira, Wisconsin.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Rita Michels; a sister, Delores Stewart; one niece and one nephew.
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Merle C. Been

May 12, 2005

Merle C. Been, 72, of Belmond, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2005, at his home in Belmond.

Visitation was held on Thursday, May 12, at the Dugger Ewing Funeral Home, Belmond, from 4-8:00 p.m. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, May 13, at the United Methodist Church, the Rev. Michael Druhi officiated. Burial was in the Belmond Cemetery. Graveside military rites were provided by the Belmond Honor Guard. The services were under the direction of the Dugger Ewing Funeral Home.

Per Merle's request he would like memorials to go to the Belmond Community School Scholarship 11 Foundation, Belmond Hospital Foundation, Belmond United Methodist Church, Belmond Arts Council-Santa House, Hospice of Wright Co. and the Tingley Community Center.

Merle was born on January 21, 1933, to William "Harley" Been and Leona (Saltzman) Been in Tingley, Iowa. Growing up in a small community, Merle the son of the local barber, kept his roots by attending Tingley functions with friends and family throughout the years.

He completed High School in 1951 and married Doris Johnson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa on October 4, 1952. They began their married life in Newton, Iowa where he was employed by Wilding Plumbing & Heating. Merle (M. C.) entered the armed forces during the Korean conflict. He and Doris lived in the states of Virginia and California until his honorable discharge in 1956. Three children were born to this union, Steven, Jonel, and Rodney.

After service, Merle entered into various positions in Des Moines related to the printing industry, until he decided to "venture" off and start his own printing career. In 1965 he purchased the Town & Country Advertiser of Wesley, Iowa and started The Reminder in Belmond, this led to the beginning of Printing Services Inc. Good friends, Bob & Fern Tomson played an important part in the early development of the company. The publication and the printing company expanded many times over the years and now houses the main production plant in Belmond, with satellite offices in Mason City and Webster City, Iowa.

In addition to being Owner and President of Printing Services, Inc., Merle was the owner of the Winter Texan Publication and Co-owner of Farm & Home Publishers, City Directory, Inc., Action Associates and True Value Farm & Home. Various other business "ventures" over the years were: Cornbelt Horseman News, Kanawha Reporter, Webster City Shopper, Iowa Falls Shopper, Hampton Shopper, Northwood Office Supplies & Shopper, Britt Town & Country Advertiser, Hunter Ross Publications, American Woods, Wright Fabrication, Model Cleaners, Sports Cages and Ministry Management. One of Merle's favorite mottos was "Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained" as was evident throughout his life.

Merle enjoyed being a part of and serving his community. Since 1965 he served as a member and past president of the Belmond Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the Belmond Industrial Development Corporation and served with his good friends, George Hinman and Gary Berkland on the Luick Trust for 21 years. He was involved with the Belmond Scouting Program and he was honored with the Outstanding Adult Scouter and the District Award of Merit, and was a Belmond Lions Club member, receiving the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award and the Warren Coleman Award. Merle was a charter member, past president and stockholder of the Belmond Country Club. He was an active Jaycee member earning numerous awards including Boss of the Year and Distinguished Service. He was a member of the Lake Cornelia Improvement Association and many of Merle's most enjoyable moments were spent on Lake Cornelia at the cabin with family and friends! Also a member of the Midwest Free Community Papers, where he served as board member and treasurer for over twenty-seven years. Through this organization he was honored with the highest award, Past Presidential Memorial Award and was honored with a Merle C. Been night, where he was given an annual scholarship to be awarded in his name.

Merle was a faithful member of the Belmond United Methodist Church and served as an Administrative Board Chairperson, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Pastor-Parish Chairperson, Finance Chairperson and Usher, along with various other committees.

Merle & Doris enjoyed many trips through their years, especially when it involved spending time with family and friends along the way. His family meant the world to him, and he cherished each and every one of his 9 grandchildren and was happy to be a part of their lives.

Over the years Merle helped many people get started in ventures of their own and will be missed as a mentor and contributor to the community, as well as a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and employer.

Left to survive Merle are his wife, Doris; sons, Steven (Jeri) and Rodney (Laurie); daughter, Jonel Worden (Brian) all of Belmond; sisters, Maudeene Swinehart (Bud) of Des Moines, Iowa, Marrabell Schulz (Earl) of Vancouver, Washington and Mardell Donner (Don) of Augusta, Georgia; brother, Milo (Naomi) of West Des Moines, Iowa; sisters-in-law, Lillian Been of Palm Harbor, Florida, Nila Been of Goodland, Kansas, Chrystal Johnson of Waverly, Nebraska, Willie Johnson of Newton, Iowa and Cleone Thompson, Louise Johnson, Cleone Hosfield and Pat Johnson all of Mt. Ayr, Iowa; grandchildren, Linzey Worden, Kevin Been, Lane Worden, Travis Been, Landon Worden, Corey Been, Dana Been, Luke Worden and Nathan Been; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Leona Been; three brothers, Marvin, Mark and Mac; two sisters, Margaret Dutton and Marilyn Tindle; father and mother-in-law, Bill and Edith Johnson; sisters-in-law, Marian Solomon and Gene Johnson; brothers-in-law, Charles Dutton, Max Tindle, Keith, Clare, Lawrence, Merrill, Dean and Marvin Johnson, Joe Thompson, Dale Reynolds, Ben Solomon and Kenny Hosfield.
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Kathy Deanne Deimerly

May 26, 2005

Kathy Deanne Deimerly, 43, of Clarion, died on Tuesday, May 10, 2005, in Ames after a short battle with cancer.

A Celebration of her life was held on Monday, May 16, from 5-8:00 p.m. Her cremains will be spread at a later time.

Kathy Deanna Kennedy, was born on February 17, 1962 in Fort Dodge, the daughter of Louis and Joyce (Paterson) Kennedy.

Kathy was married to Tim Snider and to this marriage two children were born. The marriage ended in divorce.

On December 18, 1992, Kathy married Patrick Deimerly in Webster City. The couple made their home in Clarion.

Kathy worked at Unlimited Opportunities for the past six years, until her health would no longer allow her to work. Kathy enjoyed working with her clients as well as being a friend to each of them. Kathy enjoyed being a wife, mother and grandmother. In her spare time she enjoyed doing cross stitch and putting together puzzles, but most of all being with her family.

Surviving Kathy is her husband, Pat; daughter, Jessica; son, Travis; stepson, Jeff Deimerly and wife, Robin; two grandchildren; mother, Joyce Craig; three sisters, Karen, Edith and Sarah; one brother, Louis; along with her family members from her first marriage. Kathy always made sure that family came together and stayed together.

Kathy was preceded in death by her father.
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Beverly Jean Helgeson

May 19, 2005

Beverly Jean Helgeson, 65, of rural Kensett, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, as a result of a vehicle accident in rural Fertile.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 16, at the Elk Creek Lutheran Church in Kensett. Rev. Allan J. Stoa officiated at the service. Burial was in the Elk Creek Lutheran Church Cemetery. The family of Beverly Jean Helgeson request that memorial contributions be made to the Elk Creek Lutheran Church in her memory.

Beverly Jean Boutelle, was born on May 20, 1939 in Mason City, the daughter of Everett and Edna (Entner) Boutelle. She was raised and educated in the Kensett and Osage areas. She graduated from the Osage High School in 1956 at the age of 16, a full two years ahead of her peers. After graduation she worked as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in Mason City.

In 1960, she injured her head while traveling with her family near Plymouth, Iowa. She was admitted to Mercy Hospital for a couple of days, and it was at this time she first spotted Roger Helgeson. Roger was in the hospital with a broken leg. She stopped and talked to him and this started a courtship which lasted nearly 42 years.

Beverly started working at the Post Office in June 1979, where she continued to work for 26 years.

She was a member of the Elk Creek Lutheran Church, the church circle, and was a Sunday School Teacher for many years. She was also a member of the Rural Carriers' Association. Beverly was very active in Scouting, 4-H, and various school organizations.

She loved her animals, gardening, and bird watching, but above all she loved and adored her family.

Beverly is survived by her husband, Roger Helgeson of Kensett; two sons, Steven J. Helgeson and wife, Sally of Clarion and Dr. Rodney D. Helgeson of Louisville, Kentucky; one daughter, Lori J. Peters and husband, Mike of Lansing; mother and stepfather, Edna Boutelle Seamann and husband, Heinz Seamann of Davenport; seven grandchildren; one brother, Robert Boutelle and wife, Nancy of Walcott; many nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and many friends.

An infant son, Timothy; her father, Everett Boutelle; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lu Lu and James Helgeson, preceded her in death.
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Leone McClelland

June 9, 2005

Leone McClelland, 92, of Clarion, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2005, at the USA Health Care Center, Clarion.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 16, at the Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home in Clarion. Pastor Tim Platt officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery.

Leone Messer, was born on October 7, 1912, the daughter of Earl and Lillian (Krug) Messer. She graduated from the Eagle Grove High School.

On January 1, 1933, she married Leslie (Casey) Raymond McClelland. They settled in Clarion where he was employed by the Great Western Railroad. After her husband's death on March 17, 1950, Leone worked at the Clarion Memorial Hospital until she retired.

She is survived by two sons, Jerry of New Orleans and Paul and wife, Judy of New York; one daughter, Sandra Rhyan and husband, Dennis of North Dakota; 22 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Earl; and a daughter, Judy Adams.
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Gladys Jeanette Summers

May 19, 2005

Gladys Jeanette Summers, 103, of Belmond, died on Sunday, May 15, 2005, at the Belmond Health Care Center.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 18, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Belmond. Rev. Rod Hopp officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Belmond Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to be given to the Wright County Hospice, Trinity Lutheran Church, or the donor's choice.

Gladys Jeanette Roseland, was born on March 24, 1902 in Eagle Grove, the daughter of John J. and Gertrude (Christopherson) Roseland. Her mother died when she was eight days old and she was raised in the foster home of Rasmus and Brita Velve of Eagle Grove.

Gladys was united in marriage to Hiriam Austin Summers on February 20, 1924. To this union, four children were born.

Gladys was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Belmond, Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary, Senior Citizens, Grandmothers Club and the Trinity Lutheran Church Women.

Gladys is survived by two sons, William (Bill) Summers of Wichita Falls, Texas and Robert (Bob) Summers and wife, Carolyn of Belmond; two daughters, Bernadine Cooke and husband, Bob of Belmond and Elaine Lester and husband, Norman of Goldfield; sister-in-law, Lila Roseland of Eagle Grove; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; 12 great-great-grandchildren; and six step-great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; foster parents; husband; sisters, Jennie Willard, Clara McCormick and Agnes Hoffbuhr; half-brother, Arthur Roseland; daughter, Bea Landerman; three grandsons, Duane Summers, Baby Summers and Scott Lanferman; one granddaughter, Roxanne Summers; and one great-grandson, Jeremy Williams.
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Clifford Russel Swanson

May 26, 2005

Clifford Russel Swanson, 89, of Clarion, passed away on Thursday, May 19, 2005, at the Wright Medical Center in Clarion.

Funeral services were held on Monday, May 23, at the First Baptist Church in Eagle Grove. Pastor Paul Peebler officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion.

Clifford Russel Swanson, was born on September 9, 1915 on a farm near Dows, the son of George and Edith (Jones) Swanson. He was raised and educated in the area of his birth.

In 1941, Clifford was united in marriage with Mary Louise Ahrends. The couple farmed near Galt until 1966, when they moved to Eagle Grove. Clifford worked for the Boone Valley Co-op, Co-op Lumber Company and the Rotary Ann Nursing Home.

Clifford was a member of the United Methodist Church in Eagle Grove.

Clifford is survived by his wife, Mary Louise Swanson of Clarion; three daughters, Carol Moulds and husband, Mel of Lake City, Judy Ketchum and husband, Roger of Algona and Elner Noack and husband, John of Waterloo; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Mabel Sturgeon of Clarion; and a brother, Raymond Swanson and wife, Betty of Dows.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and an infant brother.
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Arthur "Art" Donovon Homervold

May 26, 2005

Arthur "Art" Donovon Homervold, 85, of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2005, at the Wright Medical Center in Clarion.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, May 26, at the First Lutheran Church in Clarion. Pastor Gary Boen will officiate at the 2:00 p.m. service. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 25, from 5-7:00 p.m., at the Ewing Dugger Helgeson Funeral Home, 602 North Main Street, Clarion and continue one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday. Burial will be in the Mamreland Cemetery near Randall at 5:00 p.m.

Arthur "Art" Donovon Homervold, was born on June 11, 1919 in Thor, the son of Peter and Anna (Rolland) Homervold.

On November 12, 1942, Art was united in marriage to Arlene Charlson at the Lutheran parsonage in Belmond. To this union one daughter was born.

Art farmed near Galt for four years, then near Belmond until he retired in 1992 and moved to Clarion.

Art was an avid sports fan, especially fond of wrestling. He was very proud of his Norwegian heritage. Art had been a member of the First Lutheran Church in Clarion since 1942.

He is survived by his wife, Arlene; a daughter, Faye Heykants of Des Moines; three grandchildren; one great-grandson; and son-in-law, Bill Heinzig of Ankeny.

Art was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and one sister.
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Loretta Catherine Shillington

June 2, 2005

Loretta Catherine (Reiland) Shillington, 86, of Clarion, passed way on Tuesday, May 24, 2005, at her home.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, May 28, at the St. John's Catholic Church in Clarion. Father David Beckman officiated at the 10:00 a.m. service. Burial was in the St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Clarion.

Loretta Catherine Reiland, was born on May 17, 1919 in Wright County, the daughter of Emma and Anthony Reiland. She was raised and educated in Wright County.

On April 13, 1940, Loretta and Clark "Butch" Shillington were married. To this union four children were born. Loretta was a busy mother and a true farm wife helping with the livestock, fieldwork, canning, etc.

On April 9, 1962, Butch died in a pickup accident, leaving Loretta as a young widow with four school age children. In December of 1962, Loretta and the children moved into Clarion, where she lived in the same home until 2003. She kept busy raising her family and at different times working part time at Cargill hauling grain, worked at Dick Landess' Pharmacy and Anderson Clothing.

Loretta loved to bowl and golf. She enjoyed and supported her children and grandchildren with all their school activities and events, which included attending 4-H calf shows, racing events, etc. She was always in the bleachers. Loretta was proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and was always there if any of her family needed her.

Loretta was originally a member of the St. Joseph's Mission Church in southwest Clarion and then St. John's Catholic Church in Clarion. The Catholic Church was an important part of her life. She had great faith and belief in Christ and had been a member of the St. Theresa's Circle.

Loretta is survived by her four children and their spouses, Linda McGrath and husband, Bennie, Marilyn "Shorty" Anderson and husband, Larry, Lyle Shillington and wife, Diana and Paula McCloskey and husband, Barney; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Anderson; plus many, many relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Oswald, Raymond and Carroll; sisters, Ursula Stewart, Mary Hill, Veronica Hogle, Rita Fischer and Gladys Reiland.
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Cordelle Irene Jergenson

June 2, 2005

Cordelle Irene Jergenson, 88, of Eagle Grove, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2005, at the Rotary Ann Nursing Home in Eagle Grove.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 28, at the Evangelical Lutheran Church, Eagle Grove. Pastor Paul Stone officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Eagle Grove Group Home.

Cordelle Irene Duitscher, was born on July 21, 1916 in Clarion, the daughter of Art and Zella (Sanders) Duitscher. She was raised on the family farm and educated in the Clarion Schools, graduating from the Clarion High School in 1934.

On March 14, 1936, Cordelle was united in marriage with Arthur Jergenson at the Baptist Parsonage in Goldfield, with Pastor Ira D. Halverson officiating. The couple farmed 14 years east of Eagle Grove on the Ida Higgin farm. In 1950, they purchased a farm north of Holmes on the Renwick blacktop. Arthur preceded her in death on January 10, 1997.

Cordelle was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Kanawha. On December 18, 1977, they returned to membership at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Eagle Grove, where she was an active member.

Cordell loved to garden and cook, and especially enjoyed sharing with others.

Survivors include a son, Willis Jergenson and wife, Barbara of Kanawha; a daughter, Linda Blau and husband, Don of Cedar Falls; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Izola Mulhern of Phoenix, Arizona; and a brother, Stanley Duitscher of Houston, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; six sisters, Geraldine, Marjorie, Josephine, Barbara, Arthelda and Thelma; and one brother, Wendell.
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Allen Watson Struthers

June 2, 2005

Allen Watson Struthers, 54, of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2005, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska.

A Memorial Service was held on Wednesday, June 1, at the United Methodist Church in Clarion. Pastor Don Morrison officiated at the 1:00 p.m. service.

Allen Watson Struthers, was born on September 12, 1950, on a farm west of Ottosen in Humboldt County, the son of Ralph and LaVonna (Hansen) Struthers. He was raised and educated in West Bend. He graduated from the West Bend High School in 1969. He attended Emmetsburg Community College and Iowa Central Community College, where he studied Agricultural Business. He later completed a Management Development Program in 1977 at Iowa Central in Fort Dodge.

On July 10, 1970, Allen married Dorothy Schafer at the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in West Bend. To this union three daughters were born, Lucretia Marie, Stephanie Kae and Alaina Marie.

In 1970, Allen and Dorothy made their home in Ottosen, where Allen worked and later managed the Ottosen Elevator. In 1984, the family moved to Clarion where Allen became the new manager of the Clarion Co-op. Allen helped this one site co-op grow to six locations. He led the North Central Co-op as General Manager until his retirement in 2003.

Allen served as a Chief for the Ottosen Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Clarion United Methodist Church, the Clarion Lions Club, served on the Clarion City Council, and was also a member of The Iowa Institute of Cooperatives, and was active in several agricultural related businesses.

Allen enjoyed traveling, being outdoors farming, golfing, and grilling. His favorite time was spent with his family, especially grandchildren.

Allen is survived by his wife, Dorothy of Clarion; three children, Lucretia Marie Hosfelt and husband, Bill of Massena, Stephanie Kae Ticknor and husband, Rob of Massena and Alaina Marie Struthers of Clarion; six grandchildren, Alicia and Keagan Hosfelt, Trace, Drew, Macy, and Cade Ticknor; mother, LaVonna Struthers of West Bend; brother, Ronald Struthers and wife, Dorothy of Arvada, Colorado; three sisters, Virginia Anderson of Ames, Beverly Jensen of Sibley and Vera Jean Banwart and husband, Blake of West Bend; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Allen was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Struthers.
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Junior J. Everhard

June 2, 2005

Junior J. Everhard, 72, of Clarion, and formerly of Eagle Grove and Humboldt, died on Sunday, May 29, 2005.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 3, at 1:30 p.m., at the Evergreen Cemetery, Clarion. Rev. Jerry Raether of the Zion Lutheran Church will officiate.
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