Kevin Koenigs
Published June 7, 2003

Funeral services for Kevin L Koenigs, 23, of Stacyville, who died Saturday, May 31, 2003, of injuries he received in an auto accident near Little Cedar, were held Tuesday, June 3, 2003 at Visitation Catholic Church in Stacyville with Fr. Mark Reasoner officiating.

Kevin was born August 13, 1979 in Osage, the son of Kenneth and Veronica (Adams) Koenigs. He attended Visitation Catholic School in Stacyville and graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1998. He worked as a D. J. with Heartland Express and was a bar tender at the Hang Out in Riceville. He enjoyed music, snowmobiling, four wheeling, being with his friends and his dog, Sparky.

Kevin is survived by his parents, Kenneth and Veronica Koenigs of Stacyville; three brothers, Brian Koenigs of Stacyville, Craig Koenigs of Cresco, and Scott Koenigs of Stacyville; paternal grandfather Al Koenigs of Stacyville; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Clara and Ernest Adams, and paternal grandmother, Olive Koenigs.

Interment will be in Visitation Catholic Cemetery in Stacyville.

Alda Krahn Clausen
Published June 7, 2003

Funeral services for Alda Krahn Clausen, 89, who died Friday, May 30, 2003, at Faith Lutheran Home, Osage, were held on Monday, June 2 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Osage with the Rev. Christian F. Gugel officiating.

Alda Helen Minnie Ahrens was born May 14, 1914, on the family farm west of Osage, the daughter of Richard and Alma (Frese) Ahrens. She was baptized June 7, 1914, and confirmed on August 25, 1929 at St. John's Lutheran Church, Osage.

Alda married Elroy Krahn on January 8, 1935. They had four children. Elroy passed away October 10, 1956.

On August 6, 1977, Alda married Claus Clausen from Mason City, and they lived there until his death December 12, 1993. Later, she moved back to Osage. Alda loved to cook, take care of her family and spend time with her grandchildren.

Alda is survived by her children, three sons, Richard Krahn and wife Rosalie of Osage; Gene Krahn and wife Katrene of Osage; and Ronald Krahn and wife Suzanne of Nora Springs; daughter, Myrna Hoisington and husband Howard of Orchard; 11 grandchildren; one step granddaughter; 14 great grandchildren four step grandchildren; a brother Earl Ahrens of Osage; four step children, Delmar Clausen and wife Violet; Janice Atkinson, Donna Lawson and Magie Nashiem, several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands and an infant sister, Erna.

Burial was in the Osage Cemetery.

Updated by Chuck Prickett 08/31/2003

Neal Fossey
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Neal Richard Fossey, 46, St. Ansgar, who died on Sunday, June 15, 2003 at Mitchell County Regional Health Center, Osage, will be held on Thursday, June 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Deer Creek Lutheran Church, Carpenter, with AIM Intern Irmgard Ellingson officiating.

Neal was born November 5, 1956, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Leo and Joan (Bridgeman) Fossey. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Lyle, Minnesota. Neal grew up in rural St. Ansgar and graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1975, and continued his education at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg, Iowa, studying agriculture.

Neal was united in marriage to Cindy Johnson on July 11, 1981, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle, by the Rev. Harold Luecke. Three children were born to this union, Eric, Heidi and Benjamin. For all their married life Neal and Cindy were members of Deer Creek Lutheran Church, Carpenter.

Neal enjoyed all aspects of, sports, whether playing softball or basketball with family, and friends; coaching his children's teams; or spectating in his spare time. He treasured the time he spent with his wife and children. He loved taking care of his livestock and enjoyed everyday to the fullest up until the end, when he died doing that he loved, playing basketball.

Neal is survived by his wife, Cindy; children, Eric and Heidi of Carpenter and Ben at home; mother Joan Fossey of St. Ansgar; brothers Gary and wife Barb and son Bryan of St. Ansgar; Joel and wife Connie and children Luke and Colby of St. Ansgar; sisters, Lori Hatten and husband Jim and children Michael, Melissa and Amy of Jackson, Minnesota; Lana Blaser and husband Jim and children Brent, Katie and Javme of Stacyville: father-in- law Tiny Johnson and special friend Judy Olson of Carpenter; brothers-in-law, Tim Johnson and wife Renae and children Kayla, Kally, Nicole and Landon of Carpenter; Joe Johnson and wife Teresa and children, Adam, Emily and Dylan of St. Ansgar; sisters-in-law, Robin Bauers and husband Spike and children Zane and Darby of Northwood; and Christy School and husband Dean and children, Cody, Haley and Shelby of St. Ansgar; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leo Fossey; mother-in-law Lucille Johnson; sister-in-law Kathy Johnson; maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents.

Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mona, Iowa.

Norval Jensen
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Norval C. Jensen, 90, of Osage, who died on Sunday, June 15, 2003 at the St. Ansgar Good Samaritan Center, will be held on Thursday, June 19 at 2 p.m. at our Savior's Lutheran Church, Osage, with Rev. Dennis Hanson and Rev. Roy Ott officiating.

Norval Jensen was born March 26, 1913 on the family farm near St. Ansgar, the son of Bert and Matie (Hansen) Jensen. He graduated from St. Ansgar High School. Norval farmed on the family farm. He was well known for the strawberries they raised. He was a crop duster, and was employed as an auto mechanic at Jorde Motors in Osage.

He married Erena Dettmann in 1941 and to this union four children were born: Russell, Marvin, Dolores, and Joanne. Erena died in 1970. He was united in marriage to Thelma Birum in 1981. In 1986 they moved to Osage. Thelma died in 2000.

Norval is survived by two sons, Russell Jensen of St. Ansgar; Marvin Jensen (Kathryn) of Penland, North Carolina; two daughters, Dolores Petrak (Gary) of Minburn, Iowa; Joanne Kleinwort (Edward) of St. Ansgar; a brother Harlan Jensen (Naomi) of Fort Worth, Texas; 11 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two wives, a sister Avis Loffgreen, and a grandson, Harley Jensen.

Burial will be in the Osage Cemetery in Osage.

Rose Meyerhofer
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Rose A. Meyerhofer, age 80, of Osage, who died on Tuesday, June 17, 2003, were held on Saturday, June 21 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage with Rev. Philip Recker officiating.

Rose was born on January 21, 1923, in Walters, Minnesota, the daughter of Joseph and Katherine (Fischer) Schmidt. She was united in marriage to Clemence "Clem" Meyerhofer on April 9, 1947 at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rose Creek, Minnesota. They farmed in Stacyville until their retirement in 1981 when they retired and moved to Osage. Clem died August 15,1998.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and active in the church choir and various church activities. She was an avid card player (bridge and canasta) and was an avid baker who enjoyed sharing her baked goods. Her greatest joys were her family and friends.

Rose is survived by four daughters: Sister Nancy Meyerhofer of San Diego, California; Arlene Erickson (Lowell) of Kenyon, Minnesota; Bea Young of Altadena, California and Peggy Meyerhofer of Kenyon, Minnesota; four sons, Nick Meyerhofer (Cheri) of Flagstaff, Arizona; Roger Meyerhofer (Wanda) of Owatonna, Minnesota; Ben Meyerhofer of Britt; Andy Meyerhofer (Liz) of Osage; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; four sisters, Theresa Heimerman (John) Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; Catherine Jenkins of Grapeview, Washington; Alice Bulson of Faribault, Minnesota; Dorothy Swehl (Ron) of Prescott, Arizona; a brother, Ben Schmidt (Mary) of Owatonna, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clem; four brothers, Carl, George, Joe and Tony Schmidt; a sister Marie Theissen; a son-in-law, James Young.

Burial was in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Osage.

Dallas Rowe
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Dallas Rowe, 86, of Osage, who died on Saturday, June 14, 2003 in Mason City, were held Tuesday, June 17 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Osage, with Rev. Dennis Hanson and Rev. Roy Ott officiating.

Dallas was born January 30, 1917 in St. Ansgar, the daughter of Emil and Sadie (Klein) Nack. She attended school in Mitchell.

Dallas was united in marriage to Lester N. Rowe on November 17, 1936. She was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Osage, and helped with many church dinners and fundraisers for the building of the church. She was a member of the Esther Circle and was a member of the Sunshine Club, and served as chairperson, secretary and treasurer. Dallas enjoyed baking, cooking, gardening and flowers. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Dallas is survived by her husband Lester N. Rowe of Osage; two sons, Jerald Rowe and wife Pat of Seward, Alaska; David J. Rowe and wife Jane of Osage; eight grandchildren: Brian Rowe, Leslie Altac, Donna Leffler, Lynn Swenson, Thyra Burke, Christopher Rowe, Mary Anna Rowe, and Joseph Rowe; nine great grandchildren; a brother Dan Nack of Osage; brother-in-law Alan Rowe and wife Phyllis of Port Orchard, Washington; three sisters-in-law, Alice Nack of Osage; Marvel Kubicek of Osage; and Kathleen Rowe of McGregor, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Donald (Bud) Nack; sister Dolores Nack Sipe; sister-in-law Rosella Nack; and a grandson, Jon David Rowe.

Burial was in the Osage Cemetery.

Laurine Rasmus
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Laurine Rasmus, 76, of Garner, who died Saturday, June 14, 2003, in Mason City, were held on Wednesday, June 18 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Garner with the Rev. Robert Bronson officiating.

Laurine Mata August Rasmus, daughter of Grover Oscar Lawrence and Dorothea Marie (Eske) Halverson, was born March 8, 1927 in St. Ansgar. She was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar, by Rev. Paul Brammer. She attended school at St. Ansgar and was valedictorian of her graduating class of 1945. She received her Lab and X-ray technician degree from the Minnesota Institute of Technology in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

She was united in marriage to Wayne Eldon Rasmus on March 25, 1951 at St. Ansgar Immanuel Lutheran Church by the Rev. H. C. Walters. For all 52 years of their married life they resided in Garner, where she was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Laurine first worked as an x-ray and lab technician at Forest City Municipal Hospital, a bookkeeper for Yohn Ready Mix in Garner, and did baby sitting for area families.

Laurine loved to knit and crochet. Her two dogs, Keisha and Mitsi, were her pride and joy. She was a Yankee fan and loved following her nieces and nephews athletic events.

Laurine is survived by her husband Wayne of Garner; a sister Dorothy Hegland of St. Ansgar; a brother-in-law Warren Rasmus and wife Helen of Garner; a sister-in-law Arlene Rasmus of Garner; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother Wilmer; and two brothers-in-law, J. W. (Bill) Hegland and Dean Rasmus.

Burial was in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, St. Ansgar. Casket bearers were Michael, David, Timothy, James Hegland, Ross Hannam and Ryan Hannam.

Donald Hemann
Published June 21, 2003

Funeral services for Donald Hemann, 68, of Stacyville, who died on Saturday, June 14, 2003, were held on Wednesday, June 18, 2003 at Visitation Catholic Church, Stacyville, with Rev. Marvin Salz, Rev. John Hemann and Rev. Mark Reasoner officiating.

Donald Hemann was born on August 20, 1934 in Stacyville, the son of Anton and Alvina (May) Hemann. He graduated from Visitation High School in 1952 as the class president and also attended Loras College. He entered the armed services and served with the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957. In 1956 Donald married Roma Salz. He farmed for 35 years. He was a past president of the school board and the Stacyville Nursing Home and past Grand Knight of the K of C, a member of the Catholic Order of Forresters, and past Farm Bureau Board member.

Donald is survived by his wife Roma of Stacyville; five sons, Quentin of Stacyville; Randy (Lynne) of Rochester, Minnesota; Paul of St. Paul, Minnesota; Tim (Kari) of Newton, Iowa, and Jamie of New Brighton, Conn.; four daughters, Lori (Mike) Heimer of Stewartville, Minnesota; Lois (Dan) Stromley of Rockwell, Iowa; Lu Wilford of Coralville, Iowa; Lana (Scott) Sellner of Northfield, Minnesota; 19 grandchildren; one sister, Alice Gerk of Osage; four brothers, Harry of Osage, Vernon of Des Moines; Marvin of Stacyville; and Robert of Emmetsburg, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Irene Small.

Burial was in the Visitation Cemetery with military honors by the Hale Penny Fuller Post #569 of the American Legion.