Archer, Joan Elizabeth Perry - Joan Elizabeth Archer, 73, of Clarinda, died Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016, at Unity Point Health Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, surrounded by her family. At Joan's request, there will be no funeral service. There will be a private family graveside service. Condolences may be sent to Dana King, 8106 S. 104th Ave. W., Prairie City, IA 50228 and Joan's family will gather to read them.
Joan was born Jan. 7, 1943, to J. Ronald and Grace Lines Perry in Clarinda. She was a 1961 graduate of Clarinda High School. On Oct. 7, 1962, she was married to Stan Archer. Throughout the years, she worked for the Clarinda Chamber of Commerce, Clarinda Oil Company, Clarinda Company, CDS Global, Iowa Workforce and Zion Recovery and retired at age 63.
Joan cared deeply for her family. She loved her children and grandchildren unconditionally and was so proud of each of them. As a baptized Christian, her faith was strong and she attended the New Market Church of Christ. Joan served on the boards of various community organizations.
Joan is survived by her children, Dana (and Mick) King of Prairie City, Dyanne York of Clarinda, Craig (and Carmen) Archer of Red Oak; grandchildren, Josh King (Kaylee Rooney) of Colfax, Avery King (Mick Jepsen) of Colo, Carson King of Ames, Matthew and Paige Millikan of Shenandoah, Bridgett Archer of Red Oak, and Andrew York of Clrinda; great-grandson, Reid King; sister, Ruth Elaine (and Darrell) Holmes of Clarinda and twin sister, Jean (and Jon) Volkens of Dyersville; uncle, Lowell Lines of Indianola; aunt, Erma Sarnecki of Des Moines; former husband, Stan Archer of Clarinda; son-in-law, Todd Millikan of Shenandoah; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Joan had a huge impact on those who knew her and will be deeply missed, especially by her family who will think of her every day

Barger, William "Bill" Ray - William "Bill" Ray Barger, son of William Nelson Barger and Alice Annette (Fletchall) Jones, was born on February 11, 1960 in Leavenworth, Kansas. He passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at his apartment in Shenandoah at the age of 56 years, 9 months and 15 days.

His early years were spent growing up in Leavenworth, Kansas until the family moved to Shenandoah in 1965. Bill attended the Shenandoah School System but left school to begin working as a young man and through the years Bill worked at several Shenandoah industries, including Farmaster, Imperial Chemical Company, Shenandoah Printing Company and the A-1 Muffler Shop. At the time of his death he was employed with Gene Lundgren Trucking of Shenandoah.

Bill enjoyed fishing, camping, and the great outdoors. He enjoyed music, especially the Tommy James Band and Tina Turner. Bill was a great cook and whenever possible enjoyed making his famous homemade pizza for family and friends. Although he enjoyed cooking once in a while, he enjoyed and loved his mom's Taco's most of all.

He is survived by his beloved mother, Alice Annette Jones of Shenandoah, brother, Martin Keith Barger of Omaha, NE, uncle Donald Fletchall and wife Sharon of Grant City, MO, step-sons, John Jackson of Elkhorn, NE, Steve Jackson of Perry, IA, Earl Edds of Glenwood, IA and Terry Edds of Farragut, IA, other relatives and many friends.

May God bless his memory and give strength to those who mourn his loss.

Celebration of life memorial service will be held 10:30 am, Thursday, December 1, 2016 at the First Baptist Church in Shenandoah.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Burial of cremains will be held at a later date in Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.

Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home, Shenandoah, Iowa

Bashor, Charles "Charlie" Edmond - Charlie Bashor, age 85, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Tuesday, November 28, 2016 at Westridge Care & Rehab Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Memorial services will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Friday, December 2, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memory Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Sergy Post 98.

Charles (Charlie) Edmond Bashor was born October 6, 1931 in New Market, Iowa to Arnold Bashor and Mae (Combs) Bashor. He passed away November 28, 2016 at Westridge Quality Care & Rehab, Clarinda, Iowa. He grew up in New Market and attended Lindsey School and New Market High School and graduated president of his class in 1950. Charlie furthered his education attending Clarinda Junior College. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict January 1951 to October 1954. Charlie was an aviation mechanic and had the rank of Staff Sergeant. Charlie was united in marriage June 2, 1956 to Beverly Ann Beaven. They were blessed with two children Dan and Susan.

Charlie had several occupations through the years, including farmer, accountant at Production Credit Association, employee of Page County Fair Board, his own lawn service, upholstery business and he was a dedicated employee of Hy-Vee.

He loved his community and was active in the Clarinda Lions Club, serving in all offices and became District Governor of District 9X6 from 1998-1999. He was a member of the New Market American Legion Post 300. Charlie enjoyed his antique tractor shows.

Preceding Charlie in death were his parents; wife, Beverly; brothers, Dalphon Bashor and wife Rosie and Don Bashor and wife Maxine; sister, Dorlene Graham and husband Dick.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Daniel Bashor (Rita) of Clarinda, Iowa; Susan Bashor of Atlantic, Iowa; grandchildren, Amanda Kay Bashor of Atlantic, Iowa and Zane Tyler Libby and wife Ashley of Hockley, Texas; great grandchildren, Bryce Charles Baker and Abby Jean Libby; great, great grandchildren, Bryson Zane Baker and Xaviyn Eli Baker and two expected unborn great, great grandsons; sister, Helen Herzberg and husband Ben of Creston, Iowa; nieces; nephews and friends

Bote, Charles - Charles Bote, 59, of Maryville, well-known in the Clarinda and Yorktown vicinity, died at the veterans hospital in Wadsworth, Kansas, at 1 pm Sunday. He was formerly a member of the St Paul's Luthern Church while farming in the Burlington Junction, Mo, area.

His funeral service is planned for Tuesday at 2 pm at the Hope Lutheran Church at Maryville. Burial to be in the Clarinda Cemetery.

Mr Bote was married to Mary Wellhausen until her death and later to Gladys Nelson. He has recently been a real estate dealer in Maryville, Mo, formerly active as county president of the Farm Bureau. He has had a lingering illness. THE CLARINDA-HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 16, 1964

Bote, Maria Charlotte Wellhausen - Maria Charlotte Wellhausen, daughter of Albert Wellhausen and Caroline nee Otte, was born Apr 26, 1907, on a farm near Clarinda, Iowa. She was baptized in the Lutheran faith at Immanuel Church, northwest of Clarinda, on May 12, the same year.

Later she moved with her parents to the Yorktown neighborhood, where she attended the parochial school. On April 9, 1922, she renewed her vow of faith by confirmation at St Paul's Lutheran Church at Yorktown.

She was united in marriage to Carl Bote on November 29, 1941. Having spent most of her previous life in Page County, she lived after her marriage in various places while her husband served his country during World War II, after which they moved to a farm near Burlington Junction, Mo. Here they resided until her death on November 10, 1955.

She is survived by her husband, Carl Bote of Burlington Junction, Mo; also a sister, Erna (Mrs Guenther) Buesing; two brothers, Carl and Walter and a step-mother, Mrs Albert Wellhausen, all of Clarinda, and many other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held November 13, 1955, at St Paul's Lutheran Church at Yorktown, Iowa, the Rev Sieg Schroeder in charge. Music was by O.H. Kamprath at the organ and men's chorus to sing. The flowers were in charge of Mrs Lester Anderson, Mrs Paul Lock, Mrs Harry Barr and Mrs Grace Hartstack. those carrying the casket were Harry Barr, Clyde Barr, Harry Winnell, Eugene Godfey, Paul Loch and Lester Anderson. THE CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 21, 1955

Braman, Norma Jean Keeler - Norma Jean Braman, 75, formerly of Burlington Junction, Missour, passed away on Thursday night, October 27, 2016 in Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

Funeral services are pending arrangements.

Norma Jean Braman, formerly of Burlington Junction, Missouri, passed away on Thursday night, October 27, 2016 in Pleasant Hill, Missouri at the age of 75 years, 10 months and 20 days. Norma Jean was born on December 7, 1940 at Carbon, Iowa to Ellworth Carroll and Bertha Irene (Stiverson) Keeler.

On March 10, 1959, Norman Jean was united in marriage to Thomas Braman in Westboro, Missouri. Following their marriage they resided in the Blanchard, Iowa area before moving to Wellington, Missouri. Following Thomas's death, Norma moved to Burlington Junction, Missouri.
In 1973, Norma Jean started working at the West Nodaway Schools as custodian. She retired in 2003 after 30 years of service at West Nodaway.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Thomas; two brothers, Robert and Dean Keeler; sister, Louise Keeler; two nephews; and a niece. Survivors include her three daughters, Kathy Blair of Pleasant Hill, MO, Stephanie Merriott and husband Robb of Kansas City, MO, and Teresa Graff and husband Keith of Tiffin, IA; step-daughter, Georgia Braman of Shenandoah, IA; four grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Words of comfort were given by Pastor Scott Denham. Special music was "Amazing Grace" and "The Dance". Attending the memory register was Cassi Losee. Casket bearers were Jacob Woods, Jordan Woods, Michael Losee, Justin Hutchison, Jeff Braman and Quinn Blake. Honorary casket bearers were Thomas Blair, Matthew Blair, Brett Graff, Megan Graff, Randy Keeler and B. J. Wardlow. Burial was in the Clarinda Cemetery. Memorials are being directed to the Norma Jean Braman Memorial Fund

Braman, Richard Leslie - Richard Leslie Braman, son of William Isaac and Clarice Ernistine (DeBrucque) Braman, was born April 18, 1932 in Blanchard, Iowa. He passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Richard was born and raised in Blanchard Iowa. He attended and graduated Westboro High School on May 11, 1950. He served in the U.S. Army from March 18, 1959 to November 4, 1960.

Richard was united in marriage to Elsie Marie Keeler on August 25, 1962 in Shenandoah, Iowa. They maintained their residence in Shenandoah.

Richard worked at Mount Arbor Nursery, Missouri Beef Pack and Eaton's, retired from Eaton's in 1996. In his earlier years he enjoyed camping and boating with family. Always active in gardening and loved to read.

Richard was preceded in death by: parents, siblings; Erma Jo, Billy Gene Braman and Thomas Braman and sister in law Norma Braman.

Richard is survived by his wife; Marie Braman of Shenandoah,  daughters; Gloria (John Fields) Woods of Shenandoah, Lisa (Craig) Baudler of Fontanelle, IA and Deborah Braman of Shenandoah, six grandchildren; Jacob (Kaile) Woods of Shenandoah, Jordon (Cassie Glassinger) Woods of Shenandoah, Jessica (John) Klebba of Linn, MO, Aaron Baudler of Fontaelle, IA, Ryan Baudler of Fontaelle, IA and Kera Luzmoor of Shenandoah, four great-grandchildren; Brantley & Dixie Woods and Jacey & Ali Klebba, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Celebration of life graveside service will be held 2:00 pm, Monday, December 19, 2016 at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah with military rites provided by Shenandoah American Legion Post 88 Color Guard.

Visitation with the family will be held from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm, Monday, December 19, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Brown, James Leslie - James Brown, age 88, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Bryan East Medical Center, Lincoln, Nebraska. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Reverend Mike Harvey officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2016 at the funeral Home. Burial will be in Burch Cemetery, Braddyville, Iowa

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James Brown, age 88, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Bryan East Medical Center, Lincoln, Nebraska. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Reverend Mike Harvey officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2016 at the funeral Home. Burial will be in Burch Cemetery, Braddyville, Iowa.

James Leslie Brown was born December 24, 1927, near Nodaway, Iowa to Leslie Brown and Julia A. (Winstone) Brown. He grew up in the Nodaway area and graduated from Villisca High School with the class of 1946. James and Frances May Douthit were united in marriage February 22, 1948 at the home of her parents. They were blessed with a son, Ronald.

James farmed near College Springs, Iowa and he also worked at Lisle Corporation for twenty one years. James and May moved to Clarinda in 2002. May passed away December 9, 2012. During his years on the farm, James enjoyed breaking horses and doing the local rodeo circuit. He belonged to the Clarinda Saddle Club. He enjoyed outdoor activities including gardening and mowing. James really enjoyed traveling with the Neihart Tours and made it to all fifty states except Hawaii which he had planned to do in April.

Preceding James in death were his parents; wife, May Brown; brother, Charles Brown; sister, Vera; daughter-in-law, Lucy Brown and granddaughter-in-law, Sheri Brown.

Surviving James are his son, Ronald Brown of Boerne, Texas; grandson, grandson, Mike A. Brown of San Antonio, Texas; step great grandchildren, Ben, Katie, Michael, Mark and Miranda; brother, Russell Brown of Corning, Iowa; sisters, Anna Lee of Red Oak, Iowa, Betty, Bonnie Woodard, and Frances Jean; other relatives and friends

Christiansen, Tammy Lynn - Tammy Lynn Christiansen, 42, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Monday, November 28, 2016 at her home. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Monday, December 5, 2016 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Harrisonville Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 367, Harrisonville, MO 64701.

Tammy was born March 7, 1974 in Maryville, Missouri, the daughter of Martin and Terry (Fischell) Christiansen. She was a 1992 graduate of Harrisonville High School. Tammy was medically discharged from the U.S. Navy. She worked at Taco Bell in Harrisonville. Tammy loved her dog, “Boog”. She loved to read and draw, and spend time with her nieces and nephews. She always tried to help others when she could, and she helped take care of a special friend, Bryon Pennington, of East Lynne, Missouri. Tammy was a very outgoing person; she loved people. She didn’t know a stranger.

Tammy was preceded in death by a nephew, Jase Williams, her maternal grandmother, Pat James and step-grandfather, Loren, and her paternal grandparents, Frank and Doris Christiansen. She is survived by her father, Martin Christiansen and stepmother, Lisa, East Lynne, Missouri; her mother, Terry Crowley, Clarinda, Iowa; her dog, “Boog”; three sisters, Sheralyn Morris (Chad), Belton, Missouri, Kylie Christiansen, East Lynne, Missouri, Jennifer Christiansen, Pleasant Hill, Missouri; two brothers, Rick Baxter, St. Joseph, Missouri and Jason Williams, Kansas City, Missouri; her maternal grandfather, Ralph Fischell and step-grandmother, Barbara, Clarinda, Iowa; special aunt, Samm Henness, Texas, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Carpenter, Calvin Ananias - Calvin Ananias Carpenter, known as Cac when he was younger, was born October 22, 1926 on the family farm near Elmo, Missouri. He passed away on November 22, 2016 at Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah.

He grew up working on the farm and helping his Dad with carpentry work. He attended country schools. Calvin was 9th of 13 children.

Married Bonnie Hayes June 29, 1952 in Maryville, MO and with this marriage they had two sons.

Calvin served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1947 stationed in the Philippine Islands.

Calvin farmed, drove trucks, and worked construction in Missouri until 1959 when he moved his family to Shenandoah / Essex area to operate a road grader for Page County. In 1971 Calvin went to work at Eaton Corp. retiring in 1991.

Calvin was a member of the Clearmont Christian Church and later Nishna Valley Christian Church where he served as an Elder. He loved his family, his church family and was there to help with any projects.

Calvin was hardworking and always willing to help out. Calvin enjoyed woodworking, fishing, golfing with his Essex buddies, helping others, tinkering outdoors, long walks and spending time with his family. Those that knew him say he could fix anything without buying any parts. He was a man of few words, but every word was worth hearing.

Calvin was preceded in death by his parents Dana Carpenter and Pearl (Goodwin) Carpenter, sisters Velma Carpenter, Wilma Hunter, Dorothy Burch, Lois Everhart and Minnie Lee Carpenter, brothers Charlie, Byron, Galen, Landis and Wendell Wayne Carpenter, great-granddaughter Sydney Kate Carpenter.

Calvin is survived by his wife of 64 years Bonnie Carpenter of Shenandoah, sons Randy (Tammie) Carpenter of Shenandoah and Rodney (Diane) Carpenter of Farragut, grandchildren Chad (Carmelina) Carpenter of Australia, Kylie Thompson of Hampshire, Tennessee, Ryan (Kristi) Carpenter of Grimes, IA, Rusty Carpenter of West Des Moines, IA and Robbie (Cassondra) Carpenter of Clive, IA, great-grandchildren: Elijah, Kolby, Everly, Avery, Fitz, Rocco and Calvin Carpenter and Jordyn Thompson, brother Doyle (Rosie) Carpenter of Maryville, MO, sister Joan Sloan of St. Joseph, MO, numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside service will be held 9:30 am, Friday, November 25, 2016 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Clearmont, Missouri.

Memorial service will be held 11:00 am, Friday, November 25, 2016 at the Nishna Valley Christian Church in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Memorials may be directed to Nishna Valley Christian Church of Shenandoah

Cooper, Doris Jean Mascher - Doris Jean Cooper the daughter of John Mascher and Ellen Carlburg Mascher was born in Farragut, Iowa on July 8, 1926 , and entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 21, 2016, a the age of 90.

Doris spent her early years in Farragut, attending school their and graduating from Farragut High School where she played basketball and other school activities. Doris graduate with the Class of 1944.

She was united in marriage to Raymond "Bud" Cooper on August 10, 1947 in Sidney, Iowa, after their marriage they resided in Farragut, Iowa. When Bud entered the Air Force they resided in many places; Mercede California, Denver Colorado, Anchorage, Alaska (twice), Sioux Saint Marie, Michigan, Tucson Arizona and finally to Shenandoah , Iowa, where she would live the remainder of life. Doris was a member of the Farragut United Methodist Church After returning to Shenandoah she worked for the Shenandoah Schools helping with the school lunch program.

Doris loved to shop with her twin sister "DO". She loved babies any baby that she could hold and cuddly with. Most of all she loved her family and was proud of them all. She enjoyed camping traveling with Bud and having breakfast a "Dennys".

Doris was preceded in death by her parents John and Ellen Mascher, a brother Rich Mascher; sisters, Elaine Peters and twin sister Dorothy McIntyre.

Leaving behind to cherish her memory is her beloved husband Raymond "Bud" Cooper; son Michael Cooper of Denver, Colorado,; daughter, Deborah Wilson and husband Joel of Omaha, Nebraska; two grandson, Kyle and wife Teresa and Drew Wilson; great grandchildren, Cooper, Margaret, and Grace Wilson, all of Omaha, Nebraska; along with other relatives and friends. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her!

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Friday, November 25, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm, Friday, November 25, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah

Richard LaVern Curry died Oct 6, 1986 at the Veterans Hospital in Omaha, Nebr. He was born May 7, 1926 to John N. and Iva F. Curry at the family home west of Fairfax.
He was retired from the United States Air Force having served 21 years. At the time of his death he was a farmer in the Bedford, la. area. He is suvived by his wife, Helen of the home; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Debbie Curry of Kansas City; two sisters, Mrs. Elva Harmes, Mober-ly; Mrs. Elza (Lucille) West, Bedford, la.; and two broth­ers, Wayne, Arizona; and Willis of Bedford, la. • Mr. Curry was buried in the Clarinda, la. Cemetery with military honors by the New Market, la. American Legion Post of which he was a member.
Those from this area attending the funeral in Clarinda, la. on Oct. 8 at the Walker - Merrick Funeral Home were his aunt, Mrs. Jessie Meyer, Mound City; Mr. and Mrs. Gene Brad-field, Mrs. Margaret Os-burn, Mrs. Vernon Trau-ernicht; Mr. and Mrs. Rus­sell Curry of Rock Port.

THE FAIRFAX FORUM, Fairfax, Missouri, Oct 16, 1986

Custer, Anna Cretzer - Anna Cretzer was born in Jackson county, Ind, about 82 years ago, and departed this life in St Joseph, Mo on April 6, 1944.

She was married to William Custer in Ohio, and later moved to a farm near Clarinda, Iowa. Here her husband died.

To Mr and Mrs Custer seven children were born ---, John, Emma, Willie, Henry ---? and Lizzie. All of the children preceded their mother in death.

She moved to Skidmore Mo where she made her home until she became ill. About 15 years ago she was taken to the State Hospital in St Joseph, Mo where she passed away. She leaves two brothers in Clarinda.

Interment was made in the Davis cemetery near Clarinda. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 1, 1944

Custer, Willie

Davis, James Richard - James Richard Davis, son of George Alonzo “Sonny” and Patricia Kay (Stephens) Davis, was born on October 25, 1972 in Shenandoah, Iowa. Jim unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at the Shenandoah Medical Center at the age of 44 years, 1 month, 23 days.

All of his years were spent in Shenandoah, Iowa, where he attended the Shenandoah Community Schools, graduating from Shenandoah High School with the Class of 1990. Jim loved playing basketball in his younger years and spent many hours at the basketball court.

Preceding Jim in death were his parents. Survivors include his two sons, Jacob Davis and Jesse Davis who live in South Carolina; four siblings, Don Davis and wife Rita of Shenandoah, IA, Sharon Armstrong of Shenandoah, IA, Joe Davis and wife Michelle of Des Moines, IA and Judy Foutch and her fiancé Juan Ramos of Oakland, IA; numerous nieces and nephews; significant other, Sandy Davis and her son, Matt of Shenandoah, IA; other relatives and many friends.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorials are being directed to the family and may be sent C/O Jim Davis Memorial, Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service, P O Box 277, Shenandoah, IA 51601.

Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service of Shenandoah in charge of arrangements

Dukeshier, James - James Dukeshier passed away on Monday, October 24, 2016 at his home in Essex.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, October 29, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, Saturday, October 29, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home. No viewing will be held.

Burial will be held at the Essex Cemetery

Eden, Dorothea Marie Alvina Wagoner - Dorothea Eden, age 88, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at Westridge Care & Rehab Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 16, 2016 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Reverend Leslie Traylor officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 4-6 p.m., Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in Clarinda Cemetery.

Dorothea Marie Alvina Wagoner Eden was born May 27, 1928 on the family farm in rural southwest Page County, Iowa to Martin Wagoner and Elisabeth (Hollmeyer) Wagoner. Dorothea was baptized in June, 1928 and confirmed May 24, 1942 at St. John Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa. She was raised on the farm and attended Springhill Country School. Dorothea worked as a telephone dispatcher for the repair men at Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Clarinda and Creston for over thirty years.

On September 20, 1973 Dorothea was united in marriage to Lyle Eden. Dorothea enjoyed singing in the choir and teaching Sunday school at St. John Lutheran Church. Following her marriage she joined her husband at Trinity Presbyterian Church where she was very active. She served as treasurer for twenty years. Dorothea also helped the ladies in the church make cuddle blankets and helped deliver the blankets to the girls at the Clarinda Academy. She enjoyed making many rag rugs and giving as gifts to family and friends.

Dorothea and Lyle enjoyed trips to Branson, Missouri with Neihart Tours. They also enjoyed shorter trips touring Iowa and also trips to Colorado. They also enjoyed a trip to the Padre Island. Dorothea served on the American Cancer Society Association delivering daffodils. Dorothea and Lyle delivered meals on wheels for many years.

Preceding Dorothea in death were her parents; sisters, Irene Mellencamp and husband Franklin, Ruth Van Fosson and husband Don; brothers, Harry Wagoner and Martin Wagoner; brother-in-law, Caroll Eden; sister-in-law, Doris Fulk and husband Lyle.

Surviving Dorothea are her husband, Lyle Eden of Clarinda, Iowa; sister, Margarete Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa and Shirleann Wagoner of Clarinda, Iowa; nieces; nephews and friends

Edwards, William "Bill" Eugene - Jul 4, 1955 - Oct 26, 2016 - Services are pending at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa

Bill Edwards, age 61, of Coin, Iowa, entered into peace Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at Wheaton, Illinois. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 4, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor J. D. Dirks officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. A private family burial will be held.

William “Bill” Eugene Edwards was born on the 4th of July 1955 in Shenandoah, IA to Bill and Arlene Edwards. The youngest of 4 children, known as Billy in his youth, he grew up 3.5 miles SE of Coin, IA on a farm. Billy grew up riding his ponies and dreaming of being a cowboy. In the meantime Bill would enjoy his school years riding motorcycles in the country and becoming a decorated athlete in South Page School. Bill held track and field records for 20+ years with his relay team members in the 4x110 yard relay, 4x440 yard relay, and the Mile medley relay (a record which would be broken 23 years later by his son, Mark-making him a proud father). In an era of H.S. Sports where the 3-point shot was not counted as such, Bill was known to be a consistent shooter from that range. He would always follow his shot and was hustler through and through, always looking for the fast break-a trait which would characterize him for his whole life. Though only playing football in grade 12, he racked up considerable yards as a running back, his speed and hustle once again paying off for the team.

Just 2 years after graduating, Bill would marry his high school sweetheart Diane Davison on Nov. 30 1974. Bill and Diane would build a house just a mile down the road from his parents in rural Coin, IA-a place he would refer to as Paradise just days before his passing. They would turn that house into a home through the birth of their 4 children: Mark, Jennifer, Kari, and Cole. Bill and Diane immensely enjoyed the school years of their children, attending all sporting events and being an active part of the South Page School District. During this time Bill would occasionally compete as a calf roper at local rodeos. But in 1996, at just over 40 years of age, Bill’s dream to rope calves at a more competitive level was just beginning. With his youngest child at 12 years of age and the oldest at 18, all 4 kids caught the rodeo bug. From 1996 through the early 2000’s, the Edwards clan would be 5 strong entering up to 50 rodeos a year through this time, competing in the tie-down calf roping and breakaway roping. Bill and his 4 kids would win a numerable amount of awards consisting of Saddles, Belt buckles, breast collars, halters and more. Bill was always so very proud to see his children excelling at something that brought him such joy. Bill would win his most decorated award as the IRCA Finals Champion in 2009-riding his favorite horse Prico-an animal he cherished.
The horses that led them to excel in the rodeo world were exclusively owned and trained by Bill himself. Drawing from his experience with horses as a child, his rugged individualism, and determination to succeed, Bill would train some of the finest calf roping horses in the area, using them to compete on and selling several of them for substantial amounts.
To support his family through the years, Bill would establish a successful career as a brick layer. Bill became a prominent figure for 30+ years in the construction industry in SW Iowa and the surrounding area. Edwards Masonry, with Bill as the owner (and hardest worker on the crew) would build a reputation of quality, speed, and reliability. Among his notable accomplishments are the brick wall on the NW side of the square in Clarinda, a similar wall in downtown Red Oak, and many Hardees’ restaurants and like chain stores spanning from California to Rhode Island. He led his crew by example. One of his notable employees is quoted as saying, “Bill would never ask you to do anything he wasn’t willing to do himself.” Though he was not a flawless human being, it can certainly be said that he exemplified servant leadership in his business-a quality taught and personified in the Lord Jesus Himself. In his last year, with the physical labor taking its toll on his body, Bill would enjoy a career traveling the country as a Truck Driver-always enjoying a “quick stop” along the way.
Bill made a decision to receive Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was unashamed to be baptized in His Name in the early 2000s. This happened in the wake of a spiritual awakening in his family that resulted in the salvation of his entire immediate family. He loved good old time Gospel songs-he identified with the line in “Amazing Grace” that says “saved a wretch like me…” This line would reveal the unique tenderness in him, and often bring him to tears.

Bill carried himself with a quiet confidence-never bragging or drawing attention to his accomplishments. He had a tenderness about him observed and recognized by those closest to him. Bill was a very strong, capable man and was the hero to his kids as they grew up-a blessing that every child should have the privilege of experiencing. His sons sought to emulate the positive qualities he possessed and cherished his approval and loved seeing the proud look on his face for a job or performance well done. His daughters would do the same, and would seek and find men with those similar qualities.

Though his life was tragically cut short, Bill would enjoy his few years as a Grandfather to a precious bunch of grandchildren. He was very proud to see his eldest grandson Gabriel rope a calf in 1.8 seconds on Drifter-a horse he (Bill) trained. He saw a wonderful glimpse of the legacy he and Diane created together, then left this world and drifted off into eternity.

Words cannot describe how much Bill is, and will be missed by his family. His death leaves a painful gap in the lives of his family, tears beyond measure, but memories that will never die.
“We thank you Lord of Heaven and Earth, for a husband, father and grandfather we admired and looked up to, who was there for us, who supported us…who, though imperfect, loved us unconditionally.”

Bill was preceded in death by his parents William Boone (Bill) and Arlene Edwards.
Those left to cherish his memory are: his loving wife of 42 years, Diane Edwards of Coin, IA; a son, Mark Edwards and wife Josie, Clarinda, IA. Jennifer Sells and husband Buck, Coin, IA. Kari Anderson and husband Tom, Georgetown, MN. Cole Edwards and wife Tammy, Darlingford, MB Canada

Grandchildren: Gabriel, Elizabeth, Micah, Ethan and Charity Edwards. Lukas, Josie, Grace, Gunnar and Esther Anderson. Ryan and Carli Edwards. Braiden Sells. Jonah and Lia Whiteside. Brother: Jerry Edwards, Clarinda IA. Sister: Karen Wensel Clarinda IA. Sister: Carol Huber and husband Pete Bloomington, MN. Father/Mother in-law: Leo & Annabel Davison Braddyville, IA and many other relatives and friends

Farmer, Joe Stuart - Joe Farmer, age 66, of rural Coin, Iowa, entered into peace Sunday, December 11, 2016 at his residence. Graveside memorial services will be held 11:30 a.m., Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2731 M Avenue Coin, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will at the farm

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Joe Farmer, age 66, of rural Coin, Iowa, entered into peace Sunday, December 11, 2016 at his residence. Graveside memorial services will be held 11:30 a.m., Friday, December 16, 2016 at 2731 M Avenue Coin, Iowa with Jeff Cummings officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will at the farm.

Joe Stuart Farmer was born February 8, 1950 in Shenandoah, Iowa to Mack Farmer and Jean (Little) Farmer. He grew up in the Coin/College Springs area attending school at South Page and graduating from South Page High School. He enlisted in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Thailand. He served from 1969 – 1972. Joe was united in marriage in 1978 to JoAnn Manning and they were blessed with one daughter, Susan. July 5, 1992, he married Sherrel Hoyt and gained two step daughters, Michelle and Shelly and a step son, David.

Joe had a variety of occupations through the years. He and his brother Gary owned and operated a plumbing business. At one time he was with the police department in Maryville. He was a truck driver with Musco Trucking carrying lighting for football stadiums all around the country. He also trucked for Conagra, Henry Field Nursery and C.C.I. Joe also was a postal carrier. He enjoyed being on the farm and also working on wood working projects.

Preceding Joe in death were his parents; wife, Sherrel Farmer; brother, Gary Farmer and grandson, Travis Hoyt.

Surviving Joe are his daughter, Susan Foster and husband Doug of Charlotte, North Carolina; step-son, David Hoyt and wife Jennifer of Shenandoah, Iowa; step-daughters, Shelly Griffith and husband Paul of Coin, Iowa and Michelle Hoyt of Coin, Iowa; grandchildren, Teagan Foster, Miranda Griffith, McKenzie Griffith, Tristan Griffith, Daniel Archer, Cody Archer, Nathan and Tyler Hoyt; nieces; nephews; cousins and many friends

Figgins, Modanna Genevieve Hall - Modanna Genevieve Hall Million was born September 1, 1927 in Elmo, Missouri, the daughter of Samuel Botton and Kate Joyce (Vulgamott) Neff. She passed away on Monday afternoon, December 12, 2016 at Clarinda Reginal Health Center in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 89 years, 3 months and 11 days.
She grew up in Clearmont, Missouri where she also attended school near Clearmont. On October 15, 1944, she was united in marriage to William Hall, where she became a farm wife. She worked on the Dairy farm and Wallins Nursing Home where she later retired. Modanna was the president of Women’s Eagles Auxiliary in Maryville, Missouri, very good cook which included: steak, liver & onions, and would can anything she could. Loved fishing, crafting, playing games, card games and liked to travel to Germany, Florida, Texas and the Midwest. She was also awarded the Grand Matron of Eagles. After the death of her husband William in 2000, Modanna then married David Million in January 2003.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband William; brother Ora Neff; two step sisters Martha Holmes and Mella; three step brothers Charles Fitzpatrick, Elmer Fitzpatrick, Bolten Neff; half-brother Marcus Neff; foster child Sheryl Thompson; and three grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband David Million of Shambaugh, Iowa; her daughters; Sharon Leivan and her husband Larry of Clearmont, Missouri, Regina Quimby and her husband Jim of Westboro, Missouri, Pam Morrison and her husband Donald of Beatrice, Nebraska; foster child Doug Hunt of Elmo, Missouri; eight grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren, five step great grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home with Pastor Don Barnett officiating. Visitation with the family present will take place on Friday, December 16, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker- Merrick Funeral Home of Clarinda is in charge of arrangements

Goecker, Eugene Lavern - Eugene Goecker, age 93, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, November 24, 2016 at Westridge Care & Rehab Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Phil Jorgensen officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery following the funeral service with a procession led by Gene’s John Deere 630 tractor driven by his great grandson Brodee Means.

Eugene “Gene” Lavern Goecker was born May 28, 1923 in the family farmhouse about seven miles northwest of Clarinda. He was the third of four children, all boys, born to Ulysses John “UJ” and Clara Wehmiller Goecker. He passed away Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2016 at Westridge Care Facility in Clarinda.
He grew up during The Great Depression and in the era of “Waste Not Want Not” and “Use it up; wear it out; make it do or do without”.
Gene walked almost two miles to attend Immanuel Lutheran School for eight years. His school uniform was Big Mac blue overalls and a blue work shirt. He carried his lunch to school in a one gallon Karo syrup bucket with his initials punched in the lid to identify it. He carried his books and homework to and from school in an old WW I shoulder bag.
At school during the warmer weather softball was the major activity for the boys during lunch break. Gene was a very good softball player. .
He ran a trap line to catch raccoons, skunks, muskrats and minks. The dried skins were sold to supplement the family income.
The family would occasionally gather around the piano and sing in the living room. Gene learned to play the cornet under the tutelage of his father and Major Landers (Director of the Page County Farmers Band) and played summer concerts in the band.
Daily chores were caring for the chickens, horses, cattle and hogs. He also washed and dried dishes and brought up wood and cobs for the cook stove.
After graduating from grade school Gene worked at home with his father. He spent one year working with his oldest brother Merle. April 15, 1945 Gene married Phyllis Meyers. They were blessed with daughters, Debby and Dee Ann.
Gene and Phyllis farmed five miles northwest of Clarinda most of their married life. They moved to Clarinda in 2008. Gene loved God, his family, plants, animals and anything farm related. He truly had a green thumb and even took plants, Iowa dirt and most likely “fertilizer” on their annual visits to Arizona for 20 plus years. Gene and Phyllis enjoyed traveling which included trips to Hawaii, Europe and many places throughout the United States.
Wherever he was, Gene enjoyed a good game of cards, shuffleboard, golf (he achieved THREE holes in one), dominoes, etc.
He was preceded in death by; his parents; his brother Merle and wife Leora; his brother Virgil and wife Barbara; his wife of nearly 67 years, Phyllis; infant daughter, Susan Kay; son-in-law, Charlie VanNordstrand and granddaughter, Hallee VanNordstrand; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Wayne and Betty Meyers and brother-in-law, Dick Holt.
Left to cherish his memory are; daughters, Deb Warren and husband Bill of Clarinda, Iowa and Dee Ann VanNordstrand and Rick Brown of Council Bluffs, Iowa; grandchildren, Billee Means and husband Brent of Villisca, Iowa, Tellee Warren and wife Erika of St. Charles, Missouri, Mollee Becker and husband Mike of Council Bluffs, Iowa; great grandchildren, Baillee Warren, Brodee and Bryllee Means, Merric and McCain Becker; great, great grandson Chasen; brother Wesley and wife Hideko of Port Angeles WA; sister-in-law Sharon Holt of Tebbetts MO; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Gene was kind, patient, a loving husband, worked hard, provided much, enjoyed life and taught us all a lot ... he will be missed by many. His memory will live on in their hearts. May God grant comfort and peace to those who mourn his passing

Gruber, Larry R. - Larry passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at his home in rural Shenandoah, Iowa.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 10:30 am, Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Open visitation from 1-5 pm, Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 5-7 pm, Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at the Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Locust Grove Cemetery in rural Shenandoah.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Agriculture Scholarship Fund in Larry's memory

Herzberg, Clark Henry - Clark Henry Herzberg was born August 25, 1926 in Clarinda, Iowa, the son of Otto and Clara (Meyers) Herzberg. He went to be with his Lord on December 21, 2016 at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa, at the age of 90 years, 3 months and 26 days.
He was baptized September 19, 1926 and confirmed by Reverend Vogel May 12, 1940 at St. John Lutheran Church in Clarinda, Iowa and remained a member all his life. His confirmation verse was Proverbs 23-26 “My son, give Me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe My ways”. Clark graduated from Clarinda High School in 1944. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy on September 10, 1944 during the WW II and was discharged in July 11, 1946. On July 16, 1946, he was united in marriage to Luetta Eilts in Oakland, California. They returned to the farm near Coin, Iowa until he started working at the Shenandoah transmission plant on March 2, 1972 until his retirement in 1991. Clark and Luetta enjoyed traveling and vacationing around the United States from Alaska to Florida and Arizona to Texas. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, flying and golfing.
Clark was preceded in death by his parents; son Raymond; brother Leonard; sisters, Pauline Wagoner and Marie Anderson; brothers-in-law, Duane Wagoner, Gary Anderson and Clemont Wagoner.
He is survived by his wife, Luetta of 70 years; son Loyd; sister Darlene Wagoner; sister-in-law Laurena Herzberg of Las Vegas; grandson Jeffery and Ronna of Urbandale, Iowa; great-grand daughters, Sierra and Hanna Herzberg of Urbandale, Iowa; along with many other relatives and friends

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Herzberg, Viola A. - Viola Anna Dora Herzberg, daughter of John and Doretta (Sump) Nothwehr, was born on August 28, 1921 in Clarinda, Iowa. She passed away at Heritage Crossings Nursing and Rehab in Geneva, Nebraska, at the age of 95 years, 2 months and 24 days.

On September 11, 1921 she was baptized and confirmed April 14, 1935 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Yorktown, Iowa. On January 2, 1942, she took Delbert’s hand in marriage. While Delbert served in the Army, Viola followed him from base to base around the United States working at various jobs where they were stationed. Delbert was transferred to Europe in 1944 at which time Viola returned to Clarinda and began working at the telephone company. Delbert returned from WWII in 1945. They eventually bought a farm northwest of Bethesda, Iowa where they started their own family. They had three daughters; Judy, Joyce and Donna.

Viola worked with Delbert on the farm milking cows, gardening and taking care of her flowers. She also loved sewing and this love was so evident that she handmade, with love, all three of her daughter’s wedding gowns. She was also a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church rural Clarinda and LWML.

Delbert and Viola moved to an assisted living facility in Seward, Nebraska in 2008. This move also allowed them to be near family. They celebrated 72 years of marriage on January 2, 2014, and then the love of her life passed away January 22, 2014. Viola was moved to a nursing facility in Geneva, Nebraska during August of this year following her hip surgery. She celebrated her 95th birthday on August 28th with many members of her family present.

Preceding Viola in death were her parents; husband, Delbert; three sisters, Helen Straub, Alice Reins and Marie Gerdts; two brothers, Harold and Art Nothwehr; four brothers-in-law, Lawrence Reins, Amos Herzberg, Melvin Straub and Elmer Gerdts; and a sister-in-law, Luella Nothwehr. Survivors include her three daughters, Judy Micanek and husband Joe of Burwell, Nebraska, Joyce Lindley and husband John of Overland Park, Kansas and Donna Endorf and husband Gaylen of Tobias, Nebraska; nine grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; a sister-in-law Erna Nothwehr; along with many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Justin Whitmore officiating. Visitation with the family present will take place on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Clarinda, Iowa. Memorials are suggested to the Immanuel Ladies Aid/LWML, LEAF or Donor’s choice. Online remembrances or condolences can be shared at www.swimemorial.com. The Walker-Merrick Funeral home of Clarinda is in charge of the arrangements

Hines, Joe - Joe Hines, age 69, of Blanchard, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Shenandoah Medical Center in Shenandoah, Iowa. Memorial Celebration of Life Services will be held 10:30 AM, Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Greater Hope Community Church, in Clarinda, Iowa. There will be no visitation prior to services. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Clarinda at a later date. Memorials may be given in Joe’s name. .

Joseph Bruce Hines was born March 31, 1947, in Coos Bay, Oregon the son of Conrad Hines and Juanita (Casey) Hines. Joe grew up on the West Coast area attending school. In the early 1960’s, Joe’s family moved to Page County, near the Simmons Family. He then entered the United States Air Force where he served as an Aircraft Mechanic. After Joe was honorably discharged, he returned to Page County, where he eventually met Colleen Simmons and the couple was united in marriage on October 11, 1968, in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Together they were blessed with the birth of four children, Bruce, Joseph, Dee Ann and Scott.

Joe and Colleen raised their family living in Page County most of their lives. Joe worked as a painter, retiring about a year and a half ago. He loved being outdoors, fishing and hunting when time allowed. However, his family was his ‘pride and joy’. Joe was known for having a ‘big heart’ and was always willing to help anyone in need, always placing their needs ahead of his own.

Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful husband, son, father, grandfather, brother and friend are his loving wife of 48 years, Colleen Hines of Blanchard, Iowa; his mother, Juanita Hines of Clarinda, Iowa; four children, Bruce Hines of Clarinda, Iowa; Joseph Hines of Clarinda, Iowa; Dee Ann Duran of Blanchard, Iowa; and Scott Hines of Blanchard, Iowa; a sister, Rosie Smith and husband Carl of Missouri; four grandchildren, Ashley, Jacob, Bruce and Autumn; along with many other family members and friends.

Preceding Joe in death is his father, Conrad Hines

Houchins, Robert Eugene - Robert Eugene Houchins was born on February 5, 1927 in Sudan, Kansas, the son of Arthur E. and Mabel Mae (Kingery) Houchins. He passed away on Wednesday night, November 23, 2016 at Westridge Quality Care and Rehab in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 89 years, 9 months and 18 days.
On November 18, 1944 Bob was united in marriage to his best friend, Rosemary (Rosie) Elizabeth Thacker in Hiawatha, Kansas. They met in Omaha, Nebraska where he worked for the Firestone Tire Company and she worked for the Union Pacific. They moved to a farm near Hamburg, Iowa where he worked with his father farming, Ebert’s Butcher Shop and the K-T Market in Hamburg learning to be a butcher and the grocery store business. Bob spent most of his life farming and in the grocery business. They both owned and operated the Drive-in Market in Clarinda, Iowa and he also managed Townsend Wholesale in Shenandoah, Iowa for several years. That led to Bob & Rosie’s Grocery store in College Springs, Iowa which they ran together for many years. They also had a farm where they raised Hereford cattle and row crops.
Bob enjoyed doing things for others, baking goodies and making peanut butter fudge that he delivered to others as he went about doing his business. He told many jokes and hoped to deliver smiles and chuckles to everyone he met. He was always making sure to give lots of support and advice to others hoping to pass on his years of life experiences.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rosemary in 2005; and an infant son, Terry Lee in 1953.
Survivors include a daughter, Patricia and her husband Larry Musick of Sheridan, Missouri; a son, Brian Houchins and his companion Jennifer Sharp of New Market, Iowa; along with many other relatives and friends.

James, Edward "Eddie" - Eddie James, age 77, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Monday, December 19, 2016 at Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at the Clarinda Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery.

Johnson, Janithe - Janithe passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at the Clarinda Regional Health Center in Clarinda, Iowa.

Private memorial graveside service will be held at a later date in the Clarinda Cemetery.

Jones, Judy L. - Judy passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2016 at the Shenandoah Medical Center in Shenandoah.

Memorial services at a later date in California.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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Kelley, Esther Elaine - Esther E. Kelley, 78, of Shenandoah, Iowa passed away on Thursday morning, December 22, 2016 at the Goldenrod Manor in Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 26, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Nishna Valley Funeral & Cremation Service in Shenandoah with Pastor Gordon Scott officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends with visitation one hour prior to the service Monday beginning at 10:00 a.m. Services will be held in Streator, Illinois on Wednesday morning December 28 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Peter Gluck officiating at Hagi Funeral Home in Streator, Illinois. There will be visitation with the family one prior to service. Memorials in Esther's name are being directed to the Alzheimer's Association or to Goldenrod Manor Care Center in Clarinda. Burial will take place in the Riverview Cemetery in Streator, Illinois. Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service of Shenandoah in charge of local arrangements.

Survivors include her daughter, Kathy Mackey and her husband Todd of Blanchard, Iowa; along with two grandsons, Marcus and Kyle Mackey, both of Blanchard; other relatives and many friends

Lundgren, Paul Stanley - Paul Stanley Lundgren, age 86, formerly of College Springs, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Spurgeon Manor in Dallas Center, Iowa. Funeral Celebration of Life Services will be held 10:30 AM, Thursday, November 17, 2016 at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation will be held Wednesday at the Ritchie Funeral Home from 5 to 7 with the family greeting friends. There will be a Masonic Service at 7:00 PM. Burial will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery in College Springs with military rites accorded by the Offut Air Force Base Honor Guard. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Paul Stanley Lundgren was born August 16, 1930, in Florence, Wisconsin. When he was just 9 days old he was adopted by Rev. John Lundgren and Ellen (Kron) Lundgren. The family made their home in Iron Mountain, Michigan until moving to Essex, Iowa when he was 9 years old. He grew up attending school in Essex. After school, he went to work for the Shaw’s Filling Station in Shenandoah. He met JoAnn Wills and the couple were later united in marriage in February 5, 1950. To this loving union five children were born, Randy, Roger, Larry, Russell and Teresa.

In June of 1951, Paul entered the United States Air Force and reenlisted June 1954, faithfully serving his country until being honorably discharged in May of 1972, at the rank of Technical Sergeant. In February of 1971, JoAnn passed away and Paul relocated to College Springs, Iowa. He was later united in marriage to Cordelia Marie Bryson on October 8, 1972. Paul was a volunteer fireman with the town of College Springs, including being Fire Chief for many years. Paul was a transportation director for South Page School District for 19 years before retiring in1992. “He was a hard man to retire.”

Marie and Paul enjoyed summers at their cottage on Rush Lake in Minnesota where he taught his children and grandchildren to joy of swimming, skiing, and fishing. They enjoyed traveling across the county, especially to the southern states. Fishing in Canada with “the guys” brought him great joy as he loved fishing for a “big fish.” For over 30 years plus, “the hunters” from Illinois came to their home and Paul enjoyed cooking and preparing for their time together. Many a ‘hunting prank’ was pulled on them, providing much laughter over the years. When Paul was in his 70’s, he was able to reconnect with four birth siblings, half-brothers Nick, Mike, Dan and Jim, opening another chapter of his legacy for us all to enjoy. Paul took much pleasure in putting together antique cast iron model cars, bird watching, was a very good whistler and enjoyed cooking omelets for his family and friends. Paul was a member of the American Legion, The Grand Lodge of Iowa, the Methodist Church and the Eastern Star.

Left to cherish Paul’s memory are three children, Randy Lundgren of Des Moines, Iowa; Russell Lundgren (Toni) of Waterloo, Iowa; and Teresa Steeve of Dallas Center, Iowa; step-daughters, Karen Hockenbrough (Bob) of Brookfield, Illinois; Diane Kennedy (John) of Senoia, Georgia; and step-son, Ronald Bryson of Silverthorne, Colorado; twelve grandchildren; twenty two great-grandchildren; four half-brothers, Nick, Jim, Mike and Dan Harteau; along with many other relatives and friends.

Preceding Paul in death are his parents, John and Ellen Lundgren; his first wife, JoAnn Lundgren; his second wife, C. Marie Lundgren; two sons; Larry and Roger Lundgren, and dear friend Shirley Kinsey.

McCoy, Katheryn Faye Corwin - Katheryn Faye McCoy, daughter of Solomon and Margret (Veach) Corwin, was born on March 6, 1928 in Gordon, Nebraska. She passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at her home in Shenandoah, Iowa at the age of 88 years, 9 months and 7 days.

Katheryn's early years were spent in Tarkio, Missouri. She went to school in Tarkio and graduated from Tarkio High School.

On April 16, 1945 she was united in marriage to Garlen L. McCoy in Shenandoah, Iowa. They resided in Shenandoah. She worked for Mount Arbor Nursey, cleaned doctors offices, May Seed and Nursery and the Shenandoah Community Schools retiring in 2007.

Katheryn was a member of the Red Hats and West Page Community Center. She loved volunteering at the West Page Center for over 20 years and spending time with her family and friends.

Katheryn was preceded in death by her husband Garlen, mother Margret, father Solomon, sister Mildred, brothers Dale, Lester and Darrell.

Katheryn is survived by her four children; Garlen McCoy and wife Marilyn of Shenandoah, Mary McCoy of Fonda, Iowa, Janice Otten and husband John of Crete, Nebraska and Pam Bond and husband Jim of Smithstation, Alabama, six grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Private family burial of cremains will be held at a later date at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah

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McCrary, Jeane Borland - Jeane passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Montgomery County Hospital in Red Oak, Iowa.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.

Memorials may be directed to the First Presbyterian Church of Shenandoah or Shenandoah American Legion Auxiliary Unit #88

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Jeane McCrary, daughter of Jay and Ferne (Spaulding) Borland was born June 5, 1922 in Shenandoah, IA. Jeane entered the arms of the Lord on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Montgomery County Memorial Hospital in Red Oak, IA at the age of 94.

Jeane graduated from Shenandoah High School with the class of 1940. After graduation she attended the American Institute of Business in Des Moines, IA.

Jeane resided in Shenandoah, IA until she married Nathan Otis 'Mac' McCrary Jr. August 6,1944. After marriage moved to Ames, IA, then to Kansas City, MO where Mac attended the Kansas City School of Watchmaking. Jeane and Mac opened their first jewelry store in O'Neil, NE; later returned to Southwest Iowa in 1949 settling in Red Oak opening McCrary Jewelry Store. In 1963 Mac and Jeane returned to Ames. In 1985, they retired to Shenandoah. Jeane also worked for Thomas D. Murphy Co in Red Oak, Wabco Heavy Equipment in Ames, and the Iowa Department of Transportation, also in Ames.

Jeane was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She attended the First Presbyterian Church of Shenandoah.

Jeane was an avid embroider and dabbled in knitting, sewing and stained glass making.

She is preceded in death by her parents Jay and Ferne Borland. Her husband Nathan Otis McCrary Jr. and grandson Ryan J. McCrary of Grosse Pointe Park, MI.

She is survived by her children Daniel J. McCrary and wife Maggie, of Grosse Pointe Park, MI, Martha Jean "Marty" McCrary Barnett, and husband Larry Barnett of Red Oak, IA, Jon O. McCrary, wife Heidi P. McCrary of Kalamazoo, MI. Her grandchildren, Anna McCrary Moran and husband Theo Moran of Wichita, KS, Misty Barnett Schwartz and husband Gary Schwartz of Omaha, NE, Mendy Jeane Barnett Hayes and husband Steve Hayes of Enid, OK, Megan Barnett Hylok and husband Daniel Hylok of Papillion, NE, Nathan Tyler McCrary of Chicago, IL, Phillip J. McCrary of Kalamazoo, MI, and her sister Martha Jo Yates of Shenandoah, IA. She has 11 great grandchildren.

Celebration of life funeral service will be held 11:00 am, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah.

Visitation with the family will be held from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah

Obituary for Walter G. Mowry Walt entered into rest on November 17, 2016 at Goldenrod Care Center in Clarinda, Iowa. Walter George Mowry, son of George and Gertrude (Durkee) Mowry was born October 17, 1927 in Tabor, Iowa. He attended schools in Tabor and Coburg, and graduated from Red Oak High School in 1945. Walt enlisted in the United States Coast Guard at age 17 to serve until the end of WWll. He then served in the US Army and the US Air Force, seeing service in the Korean conflict and Viet Nam, and retiring from military service in 1973. While in the Army, he married Cleeo (Lee) Mowry in April 1952 and she became a devoted and willing service wife. Before their marriage Walt served on a ship in the North Atlantic Ocean, then Korea (twice), Okinawa, and Japan. Together, Walt and Lee were stationed in Iceland and Germany, plus many states. Walt took many training courses in the service and also attended enough college courses off-duty with Southern Colorado State College and Allen Hancock College to obtain an Associates Degree. Walter was a lifelong hunter and shooter. At Luke Air Force Base in Arizona he served as training coach for the base rifle team where his team won several awards. He also shot on pistol, skeet, and trap teams. While stationed in Germany he formed a rifle team where they competed against German and Belgian teams. Walt loved the Lord and was an active member of Gideons International. He and his dear Lee taught Sunday School in several places where they lived. In Germany he directed the chapel choir. Walt was also active in several civic organizations at various times and places: Kiwanis, Optimist Club, American Legion, and others. Walt and Lee were church members of various protestant denominations in communities where they lived. In Shenandoah, Walt was active in Meals On Wheels and the Food Pantry. After military service Walt was in several businesses in Colorado Springs. They moved to Shenandoah in 1996 to be near several members of Lee's family in and around Clarinda. His beloved wife, Lee, died just three days after their 60th wedding anniversary on April 9th, 2012, at Goldenrod Care Center in Clarinda. Walter is survived by brother Ken and wife Dora of Sun City, Arizona; brother Don Mowry of Scottsdale, Arizona; and sister Wonevia Bilderback and husband Jack of Portland, Oregon; and many nephews, nieces, and friends from around the world. Services for Walter will be announced later. A memorial service will be held in Clarinda, Iowa, in the spring or summer of 2017 when family members are able to attend. A burial service will be held at Ft. Logan, Colorado, after that.

Nelson, Annette - Annette Nelson, age 80, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at Immanuel Lutheran Church rural Clarinda, Iowa with Pastor Justin Whitmore officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. A private burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, rural Clarinda, Iowa. Memorials may be directed to Annette Nelson Memorial.

Margaret “Annette” Nelson was born September 9, 1936 to Roy and Margaret (Schobert) Glandt in Omaha, Nebraska. She had an older brother William and a younger sister Ruth. She was baptized and confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkhorn, Nebraska. They resided on a farm in west Omaha.

Annette graduated in 1953 from Elkhorn High School in Nebraska. She went on to get her teaching certificate at the University of Nebraska. She taught and coached volleyball for several years before becoming a wife and mother.

Annette married Robert A Nelson, on August 16, 1958 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkhorn, Nebraska. They farmed in western Douglas County for 18 years. They were blessed with 3 children, Sue, Sandy and John. She was a wonderful mother and enjoyed attending all of her children’s activities. In 1976, they moved to Clarinda, Iowa where they continued their farming operations until 1988 when she was widowed. In 1993, she moved from the farm and built a home in Clarinda where she resided until her death.

Annette was very involved in Bethany Lutheran Church, Eastern Star, Grange and Farm Bureau while residing in Omaha, Nebraska. After moving to Clarinda, Iowa she became very involved in Immanuel Lutheran Church, 4-H leader and a Page County Fair Volunteer for many years. She was also very involved with Clarinda Regional Hospital Auxiliary, Red Hats Club, several Bridge Clubs, Garden Club and Meals on wheels. She enjoyed golfing on Tuesdays with the ladies at the Clarinda Country Club.

Annette enjoyed her summers as a Clarinda A’s house mother for many years. She loved opening her home to the boys, and getting to know their families. She was also a member of the Auxiliary Board for the Clarinda A’s and was inducted into their Hall of Fame. She loved going to watch the A’s baseball games in Clarinda and attended the NBC League National Tournament in Wichita, Kansas for many years.

Annette was blessed with 4 grandchildren; a set of twins, Jacob and Amanda Walters, and Taylor and Delaney McDannold. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and attending their activities. She welcomed her first great granddaughter, Mackenzie Rose Walters, in October of 2015.

Annette passed away on November 26, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sibling and in-laws. She is survived by her brother William Glandt and wife Dorothy;her daughters, Sue and husband Randy Walters of Clarinda, Iowa; Sandy and husband Greg McDannold of Columbia, Missouri: son, John Nelson and D’Ann Cooke of Clarinda, Iowa; 4 grandchildren Jacob and wife Megan Walters; Amanda and husband Caedron Bartles; Taylor McDannold and Delaney McDannold; great grandchild Mackenzie Walters and many friends

Bruce Harold Peterson, 65, husband of Kay Wyer Peterson, passed away Friday, November 18, 2016 at his home.

Born in Shenandoah, IA, he was a son of the late Harold Raymond and Jemima Winifred McGinnis Peterson. He was a Special Officer with the Williamston Police Department.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Jennifer Ward (Chuck) of Williamston, Joshua Peterson (Terri) of Middletown, PA, Jonathan Peterson (Lauren) of Carrabelle, FL and Jamee Arnold (Joel) of Buffalo, SC; brothers, Robert Peterson of NJ and Larry Peterson of TX; fifteen grandchildren and two on the way.

He was predeceased by a sister, Linda Peterson.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Wednesday, November 23 at Grace Baptist Church, Pelzer. The service will follow at 7:00 pm in the church.

Burial will be at Union Grove Cemetery in Northboro, IA.

Gray Mortuary, Pelzer, S.C.

Phipps, Harold Keith - Harold Keith Phipps, 93, of Farragut, Iowa entered into eternal rest on Thursday morning, December 15, 2016 at the Elm Heights Care Center in Shenandoah.

Celebration of life memorial services will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Farragut United Methodist Church with Pastor Bruce Hauswirth and Phil Wing officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Shenandoah American Legion Post 88. Private family inurnment will be in the Farragut Cemetery. Memorials are being directed to the American Cancer Society in Harold's name. Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation Service of Shenandoah in charge of arrangements.

Harold Keith Phipps, of Shenandoah, Iowa, passed away on December 15, 2016 at the Elm Heights Care Center, at the age of 93 years.

Harold was born in Farragut, Iowa on November 22, 1923, to Howard Ortel and Lillian B. (Pierce) Phipps, where he spent the early years of his life helping on the farm. He graduated from Farragut High School and went to further his education at Tarkio College for 9 weeks, but returned to the farm to help.

Harold was united in marriage to Arlene Mae Wetherell on March 19, 1944 in Hiawatha, Kansas. To this union four daughters were born, Cheryl Dianne, Marsha Lanette, Glenda Sue, and Vicki Lynn.

Harold entered into the United States Marine Corp on May 31, 1944, where he served in Iwo Jima and in the Pacific Theater. He was wounded and returned to the States and was honorably discharged on December 13, 1945. Upon his return to home, Harold helped on the farm and also worked at Imperial Chemical Farragut Co-Op. In the mid 60s, he went to Omaha to find work with Peter Kiewit, working on the new Interstate roads being built through Omaha. He held a variety of different jobs while in Omaha, with Arlene moving there in 1971. Harold retired as a fuel transport driver with Farm Service in 1992.

Harold was a member of the Benson American Legion in Omaha for several years. He enjoyed square dancing with the Pairs and Squares Dance Club in Shenandoah, playing ball with his daughters, loved to play cribbage with his sons-in-law and grandsons, and loved woodworking and crafts. Harold enjoyed traveling and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; Ortel and Lillian Phipps; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Amy Wetherell Germar and Louis Germar; wife Arlene Mae Phipps; brother Howard “George” Phipps; brothers-in-law, Willard Wetherell, Donald Wetherell, and Robert Boese; sisters-in-law, Ruth Nadine Boese Dickson, Lois Wetherell, JoAnn Wetherell, and Patty Wetherell; sons-in-law, Arnold Ferraguti and Alfred Donahue; nieces, Sharon Wetherell and Robin Boese; and nephew Kevin Boese.

Harold is survived by his daughters, Cheryl (Larry) Nenneman of Sidney, IA and Albuquerque, NM, Marsha Ferraguti of Billings, MT, Glenda Phipps of Shenandoah, and Vicki (Toby) Valarde of Albuquerque, NM; nine grandchildren, Jay (Paula) Nenneman, Leslie (Tom) O’Connell, Chad (Brandi) Ferraguti, Jason Ferraguti, Patrick B. (Debbie) Donahue, Craig Donahue, Donni (Jennifer) Donahue, Kimberly (Quentin) Yost, and Derek (Alisha) Jones; twenty-eight great grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; many relatives; and friends

Rosenquist, Joy M. - Joy Rosenquist passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at the Northcrest Living Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Service pending arrangements.

Burial will be held at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.

Memorials may be directed to the Shenandoah Public Library. Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home, Shenandoah, Iowa

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Joy M. (Pulley) Rosenquist, age 93, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2016 at the Northcrest Living Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She was born February 17, 1923 to Martin and Sybil (Trent) Pulley of Pottawattamie County, Iowa.

Joy was a 1941 graduate of Shenandoah High School. She was a homemaker and excelled in canning and pie baking.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Robert Raymond and Harold Rosenquist, sons Charles Rosenquist (infant) and Steven Rosenquist, son-in-law James Morgans, a sister and three brothers.

Joy is survived by her daughters Pamela Roush and husband George of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Judith Morgans of Omaha, Nebraska and Marta Rosenquist of Council Bluffs, Iowa, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Celebration of life graveside service will be held 11:30 am, Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah.

No Viewing or Visitation will be held.

Memorials may be directed to the Shenandoah Public Library

Scroggs, Genevieve "Jenny" Marie Watts - Genevieve “Jenny” Scroggs, age 90, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Monday, December 19, 2016 at Westridge Care & Rehab, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2016 at the First Christian Church, Clarinda, Iowa with Reverend Mike Harvey officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, December 21 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery.

Genevieve Marie “Jenny” Watts was born on February 10, 1926, on the family farm near Nodaway, Iowa to Veryl F. Watts and Mary “Marie” (Gallagher). Jenny went to McMillan Country School first through eighth grade. She graduated from Nodaway High School in 1943. In High School she was a cheerleader and baton twirler in the marching band. As a young girl on the farm, she had lots of animals—cats, dogs, sheep, a pony and chickens. She loved animals as a child and continued that love throughout her life with her dog “Rudy” and cat “Miss Kitty”.

As a young woman, she worked at various places in Clarinda. Her favorite stories about this time were of the “The Dew Drop Inn” and “Owens’s Drugstore”. She married Bob Scroggs on May 15, 1952. One daughter was born to this union, Rebecca Marie. Jenny graduated from Cosmetology College in 1973. She spent thirty years as a hair stylist—loving every minute of it! She had her own beauty shop, M’Lady & M’Lord.

Jenny was a member of the First Christian Church, Clarinda, where she was active as a Sunday School teacher and Bible School teacher and a member of Sarah Circle. She was an avid bowler for the Klenall Dry Cleaners Team. Jenny loved her family very much and was active attending everything they were involved in from concerts to ballgames. She was especially proud of Aleigh and Austin and she was their special “Nana”. Jenny enjoyed people and talking to them. She loved to help others. Jenny loved to laugh; and to give hugs.

Preceding Jenny in death were her parents, Veryl and Marie Watts.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Rebecca Ascherl and husband Alan of Clarinda; grandson, Austin Ascherl of Clarinda; granddaughter, Aleigh Ascherl of Waco, Texas; very special friends, Albert and Margaret Ascherl of Clarinda; nieces; nephews; cousins and many friends

Sefrit, George E. - George Sefrit, age 87, of New Market, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, December 5, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Russ Clark officiating. Visitation with the family will be held 2-4 Sunday, December 4, 2016 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memory Cemetery, New Market, Iowa.

George Edwin Sefrit was born on September 28th, 1929 in Delphos Iowa to Frank Sefrit and Gladys E (Elmore) Sefrit. He passed away December 1st, 2016 at the Clarinda Regional Health Center in Clarinda, Iowa. George attended grade school in Delphos and moved to New Market his freshman year. He graduated high school from New Market in 1946 at the age of 16. After graduation he worked for his father on the farm east of town. Then one year on his own. On September 30th 1949 he was united in marriage to Daisy Irene Pace. He was a member of the New Market Church of Christ, where he and Daisy were the first ones to get married in the upstairs. He was also a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge. They were blessed with 4 children, Randy, Vickie, Carroll, and Frank.
George had several occupations through the years. After marriage he worked in a sugar beets factory in Colorado then drove a semi truck for 17 years. He drove for multiple companies including Bill Orr Trucking, Watson Brothers, as well as owned his own truck. In 1968 he found his career calling as a bartender and restaurant manager. He operated “The Coachman Lounge” in the Coachman Hotel in Clarinda. From there he managed the “American Legion” in Clarinda. He then moved to the “Taylor House” at the Bedford Country Club in Bedford Iowa. He once again returned to the “American Legion” in Clarinda until he purchased the bar in New Market in 1980 where he ran it until retirement. After retirement he worked for Keane Thummel Trucking answering the phone where he enjoyed talking to all the drivers and clients.
George was a people person. He never knew a stranger, and his personality was infectious. He was quick with whit and long with a story. He was never without a joke or song to make you laugh. He was amazingly light on his feet dancing, and never shy of attention. He loved to be around his friends. He also loved his community serving as mayor of the city of New Market for multiple terms.
After George and Daisy retired, they spent many years traveling and wintering in Texas until his health prevented them from traveling. There were very few states they didn’t get to see. One being Hawaii, which George told Daisy he would take her there when they built the bridge. In his later years, he enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s ballgames and activities.
Preceding George in death were his parents: Frank and Gladys Sefrit, infant brother Ronnie Sefrit, brother Robert and wife Kathleen Sefrit, Sister Phyllis and husband Robert Pratt, son Randy Sefrit, daughter Vickie Sefrit, and son Carroll Sefrit.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife Daisy (Pace) Sefrit of New Market, son Frank and Diane (Stamps) Sefrit, of New Market, Iowa. Denise and Nicole Moore of Omaha, Nebraska. Grandchildren: Jarek Sefrit of Newton, Iowa. Kolten Sefrit of New Market, Iowa. Quentin, Brennan, and Macie Sefrit of New Market, Iowa. Nicole (Sefrit) McDermott of Johnston, Iowa. Wesley and Courtney Sefrit of Granger, Iowa. Great-grandchildren: Jack and Eli McDermott of Johnston, Iowa. Sawyer and Brooks Sefrit of Granger, Iowa. Several nieces, nephews, and many friends

Wallace (Wally) Phillips Williams, born 15 July 1920, son of Alfred (2 Feb 1875-16 Apr, 1948) and Hazel Phillips (9 Sep 1883 - 2 Apr 1967) Williams on the home place his grandfather, James Williams, purchased from the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad July 30, 1870 in Section 32 of East Township with uncle Frank Williams in attendance. He passed away Wednesday afternoon. May 7, 2003 due to an accident while mowing at the Villisca Country Club. Like his uncles before him. Wally attended Gridley Country School, located 3/4 of a mile north of the Williams home. He transferred to the Villisca school as an eighth grader and graduated from Villisca High School 1937. Wally was a Private 1st Class in Co. F. 168th Infantry and received an honorable discharge in February 1941. He was a sports enthusiast and refereed throughout Southwest Iowa for football and basketball games over 31 years and helped umpire in softball besides playing with Villisca baseball teams. Co. F., Nodaway, Prisoner of War, Braddyville. Emerson Hawks, and Mount Arbor basketball teams.

Wally married Evelyn Wagaman on Feb. 28. 1943.
He began farming in partnership with his parents in 1943. Wally and Evelyn look over the family farm following his father's death. They moved to the home place (where he had been born) from the 80 acres Clara Cowgill farm 2 miles southwest of Villisca in Dec. 1950. From 1964-1986 Wally worked at Villisca Purina Elevator. In 1986 he started as a meter reader for Nyman Electric and 2001 called Southwest Iowa Service Cooperative. He was on the board for Villisca Country Club, president one year, and later years helped with mowing. Wally sewed on the board for North Page Cemetery for many years. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, Villisca.
Wally never missed his two grandchildren, Scott and Jodi Sanson, sports (soccer, baseball, t-ball, softball and basketball).

Wally was very active in Villisca Booster Club and hauled players home after practice so they could participate. His daughter, Lois, was glad when Junior High games were over because dad did the refereeing and umpiring at Nodaway School. He loved working and helping the players. Lois and her father continued this interest in sports. Wally was well known to sports fans in this region, from his high school days playing football and basketball, as he officiated junior high and high school sports contests many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Wally is survived by his wife, Evelyn, of Villisca; daughter Lois Sanson and her husband Gary of Council Bluffs, la; and grandchildren Scott and Jodi Sanson.
Funeral services were held Friday. May 9. 2003 at Villisca Presbyterian Church with Rev. Sandra Wainwright officiating. Burial was at North Page Cemetery with words of comfort by Charles Mayer.
Memorials are suggested to Villisca Library or Villisca Fire and Rescue. Eickcmcyer Funeral Chapel of Clarinda was in charge of arrange men IN. CLARINDA HERALD-JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 21, 2003

Waltermeyer, Betty Louise Rucker - Betty L. (Rucker) Waltermeyer, 86 of Hooper, Nebraska and formerly of Clarinda, Iowa passed away on Friday evening, November 11, 2016 at Hooper Care Center in Hooper, Nebraska.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Walker-Merrick Funeral Home in Clarinda with Pastor Gordon Scott officiating. Burial will be in the Memory Cemetery at New Market, Iowa next to her husband, Boyd. Memorials are being directed to the Alzheimers Association in Betty's name.

Survivors include her four children, Leslie Lawson and wife Linda of Cedar Bluffs, NE, Nancy May and husband Gerald of Fremont, NE, Teresa Mather and husband Jim of Prague, NE and Tami Slough and husband Scott of College Springs, IA; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren: seven great great grandchildren; one sister, Pat Macrander of Ashland, NE; and two brothers, Robert Rucker and wife Dorothy of Bedford, IA and Keith Rucker of Cheyenne, WY; other relatives and friends

Bill West, age 80, of Clarinda, Iowa, entered into peace Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the funeral home prior to the service. A private burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery at a later date.

Billy Dean West, 80, died Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Clarinda Regional Health Center. He was born April 16, 1936 at Nodaway, Iowa to Ulysses Grant West and Eva Lavaughn (Clary) West. Bill married Doris Lundquist October 19, 1958 at the Corning Methodist Church. They had 58 wonderful years together.

Bill attended grade schools in Corning, Villisca, Red Oak and Lenox; graduating from Corning High School in 1954. He worked at Dunham Rexall Drug Store through High School, the Adams County Survey Crew, Ford Motor Company in Corning as a parts man. He moved to Clarinda in 1961 and worked at Opitz Motor Company in parts for 23 years. In 1985, Bill and Doris purchased Logan Studio. As a photographer, he photographed hundreds of weddings from Washington to Chicago and across the Midwest. His love of photography started during his school years owning one of the first Polaroid cameras and photographed for his high school year book.

Bill was a member of the Masonic Nodaway Lodge #140 from 1973 to present. He was a Past Master. He served his country with the National Guard from 1954-1963 going to Camp Ripley, Minnesota for 8 summers.

Bill hunted and fished with his father and cousins and camped with his family in his younger years. He enjoyed bowling and golfing. He was an avid Texaco collector. Bill liked building airplanes and flew control line in early days and currently was building and flying RC airplanes with the Clarinda Sky Hawks. Bill and Doris loved selling and shopping flea markets and browsing antique stores.

He was baptized in the Clarinda Methodist Church and active on many committees; helping with the food pantry, photographed church events and a series of the new church going up. He was a member of the “Together” class with many of his friends.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law, Mannie and Carrie Lundquist; brother-in-law, Wayne Brittain.

He is survived by his wife, Doris West of Clarinda; children, Burton (Nancy) West of Everett, Washington and Brenda Pulliam of Clarinda; grandchildren, Landon (Amanda) Pulliam of Villisca and Joselyn Pulliam of Clarinda; great grandson, Connor Pulliam and a new baby due in a few months; sister, Betty Brittain of Dueneweg, Missouri; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Deva Lundquist of Lenox; sister-in-law, Alice Boozan of Warrenton, Missouri; nieces; nephews; cousins and many friends.

He loved his family times together with his children, grandchildren and his great grandson (the apple of his eye).

The family of Bill West wishes to express their gratitude for the acts of kindness show to them in their time of sorrow and invites you to join them for a luncheon at the Methodist Church immediately following services. A special thank you to all the emergency personnel for their care and kindness.