Arthur Spangler, Jr.

September 13, 2007

Arthur Spangler, Jr., 88, of Eagle Grove, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2007, at the Rotary Ann Nursing Home in Eagle Grove.

Funeral services were held on Friday, September 7, at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Eagle Grove. Pastors Paul Stone and Chris Lang officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Eagle Grove.

Arthur Spangler, Jr., was born on August 31, 1919 in Dayton Township, near Eagle Grove, the son of Arthur M. and Clara (Tuttle) Spangler. He was educated in the rural schools of Wright County and graduated from the Eagle Grove High School in 1938. He served in the United States Army during World War II in the European Theatre, receiving the Bronze Star, Silver Star and Good Conduct Medals. Art was Honorably Discharged on October 29, 1945, with the rank of Staff Sergeant.

On June 2, 1946, Art was united in marriage to Arlene Egemo at the Evangelical Lutheran Church Parsonage in Eagle Grove. The couple made their home in Eagle Grove and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in June of 2006.

Art worked as a mechanic for John Deere dealerships of S.C. Schrage Implement and Hanson Implement of Eagle Grove, and F.G. Jones Implement of Woolstock.

He was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church and the American Legion in Eagle Grove. Art loved fishing, working puzzles, flowers, working in his yard and his daily walks.

Art is survived by three daughters, Linda VanVleet and husband, John of Orient, Susan Holst and husband, Ron of Webster City and Tern Jo Meyer and husband, Larry of Eagle Grove; two granddaughters; two great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; four brothers, Carroll, Kermit, Jack and Abe, all of Eagle Grove; four sisters, Ina Mae Skadburg of Eagle Grove, Dorothy Buss of Mason City, Clarice Carlson of Britt and Emma Jean Bloxham of Clarion; and several other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Arlene on December 31, 2006.
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Fred D. Eudy

September 20, 2007

Fred D. Eudy, 90, formerly of Goldfield, passed away on Friday, September 14, 2007, at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 22, at the Lake Lutheran Church, rural Goldfield. Pastor Truman Larson will officiate at the 1:00 p.m. service.

Fred D. Eudy, was born on July 16, 1917 in Ladonia, Texas, the son of Arthur M. and Emma (Dupree) Eudy.

Fred worked over 50 years as a carpenter/locksmith for Union #1780 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

On December 28, 1982, Fred was united in marriage with Ruth E. (Nelson) Rasmussen in Lake Mead. Arizona. The couple wintered in Meadview, Pierce Ferry, Lake Mead and Kingman, Arizona and they also made their home in rural Goldfield.

In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and camping.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth Rasmussen Eudy of Goldfield; three step-sons, Dennis W. Rasmussen, Bruce Rasmussen and Galen Rasmussen; six step-grandchildren; and seven step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Alec Michael Lawson

September 20, 2007

Alec Michael Lawson, 19, of Goldfield, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2007, at his home.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, September 18, 2007, at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Eagle Grove. Pastor Stan Peterson of the Samuel Lutheran Church officiated at the 1:00 p.m. service.

Alec Michael Lawson, was born on May 16, 1988 in Ames, the son of Theodore H. Lawson and Susan M. Crandall Elberg. He was raised in Goldfield and attended the Clarion-Goldfield Schools, graduating from the Clarion-Goldfield High School in 2007. He was currently a student at the University of Iowa studying Math and Physics.

Alec was a member of the Samuel Lutheran Church in Eagle Grove. He enjoyed music, playing guitar and skateboarding.

He is survived by his mother, Susie and step-father, Marty Elberg of Eagle Grove; father, Ted Lawson of Goldfield; brother, Kaleb Lawson of Goldfield; step-brother, Taylor Elberg of Eagle Grove; grandparents, Peggy Parker of Bode and R.J. "Toby" and Vivian Crandall of Eagle Grove; step-grandparents, Harold and Jo Elberg of Eagle Grove; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Earl Lawson; step-grandfather, Clarence Parker; and cousin, Gilbert Hirsch.
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Marshall Rasmussen

September 20, 2007

Marshall Rasmussen, 93, of Goldfield, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2007, at the USA Healthcare Center, Clarion.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 22 at the Evangelical Lutheran Church, Eagle Grove. Pastors Paul Stone and Chris Lang will officiate at the 1:30 p.m. service. Visitation will be at the Foust Funeral Home in Eagle Grove on Friday, from 5-7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery, Goldfield.

Marshall Rasmussen, was born on February 25, 1914 on the family farm in rural Goldfield, the son of Metz H. and Marie (Madsen) Rasmussen. He attended country schools in Liberty Township near Goldfield  and graduated from the Goldfield High School in 1933.

On May 24, 1941, Marshall was united in marriage with Helen Schultz at the St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Bode. The couple made their home in rural Goldfield where they were engaged in farming. Marshall retired from farming in 1979.

Marshall was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Eagle Grove.

He is survived by six children, Marvin Rasmussen of Goldfield, Margaret Dill and husband, Duane of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Larry E. Rasmussen and wife, Jina of Goldfield, Lowell Rasmussen of Goldfield, Dennis R. Rasmussen of Goldfield and Brian Rasmussen and wife, Angela of Savage, Minnesota; 1I grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Donald Schultz and sister-in-law, Shirley Schultz of Franklin, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents: wife. Helen on August 2, 2006; two sisters, Gladys Douglas and Helen Folkedahl; and one brother, Max Rasmussen.
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Julius Milford "Bus" McAdams

October 4, 2007

Julius Milford "Bus" McAdams, 93, of Dows, passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2007, at the Hampton Health Care Center.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 27, at the First Lutheran Church in Dows. Pastor Robert Edwards officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Interment was in the Fairview Cemetery, Dows. Military rites were provided by the Dows American Legion Post #523.

Bus was born on November 3, 1913, the son of Hilda and Ed Shaffer and was raised in Franklin County. He was raised by his aunt and uncle, Josephine and Clyde McAdams and eventually took their name.

During his early teens, Bus came under the tutelage of V.B. Hamilton, a young county agent and 4-H Leader who would go on to earn national and international recognition. Hamilton engendered a lifelong love of agriculture in Bus. He was proud of his membership in the Franklin County 4-H, the largest chapter in the nation with over 400 members. Bus was a member of the award-winning Franklin County 4-H team who judged cattle, horses, hogs, and sheep at the State Fair. He visited the Franklin County Fair this summer, where he met many old friends and reminisced about his experiences.

He worked for the Byron Meyer Livestock Company in Dows. He later became partners with Barney in the business and then owner of the business, which was renamed McAdams Livestock Company. He was known for honesty both with farmers and packing plants.

Bus attended Iowa State for two years and was a diehard Iowa State fan. He also served in the U.S. Navy during World War 11. He was active in the community for many years, particularly on Community Betterment and Corn Days Committees. He was a lifelong member of the First Lutheran Church in Dows and served as the first president of the congregation as well as on the church council and the building committee. He was a charter member of the Dows Lions Club and celebrated his 50th year as a Lions Club member in 2001. Bus was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Elks and American Legion. He loved to fish and hunt.

Bus and Pearl Madison of Goldfield, were married on October 22, 1937. They celebrated 65 years of marriage together.

He is survived by two sons, Fred McAdams and wife, Vivian and Nile McAdams and wife, Tara; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Milo Shaffer and wife, Milda; a sister, Maxine Ahrens and husband, Don; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Pearl.
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Albert John Wolff

October 4, 2007

Albert John Wolff, 82, of Clarion, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2007, at the Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center.

Graveside services were held on Monday, October 1, at the Evergreen Cemetery in Clarion. Pastor Bill Kem officiated at the 10:00 a.m. service. Military rites were provided by the Clarion American Legion and VFW.

Albert John Wolff, was born on July 3, 1925 in Fort Dodge, the son of Albert John Wolff. He grew up in Eagle Grove where he also attended school.

On November 17, 1944, Albert enlisted in the Army and served until he was Honorably discharged on November 18, 1946.

Albert was united in marriage to Donna Wampler on July 26, 1947 in Fort Dodge. Albert was a factory worker in Clarion and Webster City. He was also a member of the Lutheran Church. In his free time he enjoyed fishing and hunting with his brothers-in-law. Above all he enjoyed spending time with his family.

In 1989, Albert moved to the Iowa Veteran's Home in Marshalltown, where he still found time to do a little fishing.

Albert is survived by his wife, Donna of Clarion; one daughter, Dianne Gilliland and husband, John of Humboldt; two sons, Scott Wolff and wife, Sandy of Clarion and Kelly Wolff and wife, Jackie of Goldfield; ten grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Koob of Eagle Grove and June Hunt of Clarion; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Greg; two brothers; two sisters; and two infant sisters, Dorothy and Ruby Rose.
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Lila Jean Carpenter

October 4, 2007

Lila Jean Carpenter, age 70, of Dows, formerly of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2007, in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, after contracting pneumonia.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, October 2, at the Presbyterian Church in Dows. Rev. Friested and Pastor Stan Watne officiated at the 2:00 p.m. service. Burial was in the Fairview Cemetery, Dows.

Lila Jean Hines, was born on October 23, 1936 in Council Bluffs, the daughter of Francis and Sylvia (Brooks) Hines. As a young child, Lila moved with her family to Clarion, where she started and completed her schooling.

On January 23, 1954, Lila married Wallace Elmer Carpenter at the Church of Christ in Clarion. They moved to Dows where she raised two children. She was a lifelong homemaker, devoted wife, and loving mother and grandmother. Lila had been employed for a time at the Dows Locker, Dows Care Center, at a motel in Iowa Falls, and for a seed corn plant in the Blairsburg-Ellsworth area.

Lila was active in the Presbyterian Church in Dows where she was a Sunday School teacher, served as an elder, and participated in the women's organization. She also took a role in the scouting activities her children were involved in and enjoyed hobbies like crocheting and gardening.

Lila moved to Inver Grove Heights after her spinal meningitis prevented her from getting around her home. At Woodlyn Heights Care Center she enjoyed all activities, especially crafts and bingo, poetry and listening to music.

She is survived by her husband, Wallace of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; two children, Linda Brunsvold and husband, Mark of Apple Valley, Minnesota and Mike Carpenter and wife, Dianne of Guthrie Center; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three siblings, Raymond Hines and wife, Joy of Corpus Christi, Texas, Bill Hines and wife, Ann of Clarion and Merlene Andreasen of Forest City; brothers and sisters-in-law, Pat Carpenter of Booneville, Carl Carpenter and wife, Cindy of Minburn, Karen Gaulke and husband, Lowell of Mt. Pleasant, Kathy Wearda and husband, Marty of Hampton and Arlis Mapes and husband, Jerry of Swan.

Lila was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Robert and Burton; one sister, Marjorie Hulbert; one brother-in-law, Richard Carpenter; and twin infant grandchildren, Andrew and Sine.
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Margaret Meyer

October 4, 2007

Margaret Meyer, 97, of Belmond, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2007.

Funeral services were held on Monday, October 1, at the Calvary Baptist Church, Belmond. Rev. Gary Schnleder officiated at the 2:00 p.m. service. Burial was in the Belmond Cemetery.

Margaret Wagner, was born on May 16, 1910 in Chancellor, South Dakota, the daughter of Wilhelm and Ann (Rust) Meyer. When Margaret was five years of age, in 1915, her family moved to North Dakota to farm wheat. Her father died in 1919 from influenza. After the passing of her father, Margaret and her family moved back to Chancellor, South Dakota. Margaret's mother passed away in June 1927, before her senior year of high school. Margaret then moved into the home of Dr. Valkennar. She did housekeeping chores in exchange for room and board.

After high school graduation in 1928, Margaret worked different jobs. She did cooking and cleaning for different families for room and board. After that, she and a friend worked at a grocery store, Tjaden, in Davis, South Dakota. This is where she met her future husband, Theodore Meyer, who was working for an area farmer, Sill Smith. They were married on April 12, 1930 at the Germantown Presbyterian Parsonage in Chancellor, South Dakota.

They worked on the Smith farm for one year and then moved to a farm where they rented land. They only farmed for one year due to the dry weather. They then moved to Hooker, a small town where Theodore worked doing odd jobs. They then moved to Lennox, where Margaret worked for her sister-in-law, Rose Bunjer while Ted worked for a creamery. In 1936, Margaret and her children went to Belmond to stay with Martin and Rose Bunjer while Ted was looking for work elsewhere and then he went to work for the Thompson Seed Company as a truck driver. They lived at several different locations in Belmond.

Margaret and Theodore celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 12, 1980. Later that year, Theodore passed away. She spent time crocheting, reading her Bible and other books, and watching sports on television.

She is survived by eight children, Alfred Meyer and wife, Maxine of Lake Arthur, Louisiana, Vernon Meyer and wife, Carolyn of West Lake, Louisiana, Gary Meyer and wife, Mardell of Belmond, Beverly Huising and husband, Vernon of Mason City, Roger Meyer and wife, Linda of Goodell, Richard Meyer and wife, Loree of Sulphur, Louisiana, Fern Spellmeyer and husband, Mark of Clarion and Marjorie Pearson and husband, Stan of Waukee; 20 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Sophie Heeren of Chancellor, South Dakota; and many nieces and nephews.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Theodore; four grandchildren; two brothers, Herbert and John Wagner; two sisters, Minnie Wheeldreyer and Gertie Otten; three brothers-in-law, Mike Wheeldreyer, Elzo Otten and Laverne Heeren; and two sisters-in-law, Hannah Wagner and Johanna Wagner.
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