Lindenmeyer, John "Jack" Gross - Celebration of Life Memorial Services for Jack Lindenmeyer age 84 of Bedford, who passed away Monday, December 2, 2013, at Bedford Nursing & Rehab will be held Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 11:00 AM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be one hour prior to services. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given in Jack's name.

John “Jack” Gross Lindenmeyer, 84, of Bedford, Iowa, beloved husband and best friend of Phyllis Carol Suffridge for 54 years, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2013.

He was preceded in death by his sister Florence Lindenmeyer and his brothers, Howard Lindenmeyer, and Robert Lindenmeyer who tragically died in a drowning accident at age 2. Jack was also predeceased by his parents John and Caroline Lindenmeyer, and his daughter Linda Ann Bolton of Lake Tahoe, California.

Jack was born in Terry, Montana on August 18, 1929, where he lived most of his early life. As a child he helped out on the family farm and loved to play basketball and football with his friends. His third grade teacher was especially hard on him as he was taught by his sister that year. He road his horse out on the farm and was known to carry his 22 rifle with him every where he went to use for hunting rabbits and rattle snakes. Jack participated in multiple sports in high school and was a 1947 graduate of Terry High School.

After graduation from high school, Jack spent one year at Montana State University, before returning home to help on the family farm, when his dad became sick. After things stabilized at home, Jack joined the Air Force eventually reaching the rank of Lieutenant and it was there that he learned the trade that he would pursue as a career.

After being honorably discharged form the Air Force, Jack moved to the Los Angeles area to live with his brother Howard. It was there, in 1957, that he would meet and later marry the love of his life, Phyllis Suffridge. Jack and Phyllis married in 1959 and raised five children in the Southern California town of Anaheim.

In 1958, while attending the University of Southern California, Jack took a job in the Engineering Department at Hughes Aircraft Company in El Segundo, California. He graduated from USC in January of 1960 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree and in December of 1960 received a diploma from the Institute of Radio Engineers in New York City, New York.

Jack worked for Hughes Aircraft Company for twenty-six years and retired in August of 1984, to start Lindenmeyer Electronics Incorporated, LEI, a company that he would run and maintain until his passing. Jack was a expert in the field of electromagnetic compatibility and interference and worked in that field as a consultant, analyzing steel shield constructions through radio frequency testing.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MRI, was an industry that was in its infant stages when Jack started consulting in 1984, which enabled him to be actively involved in the design and development of some of the industry’s early standards. His company is involved in testing about one hundred MRI shields across the country each year and is called upon frequently to find and fix problem areas at many other locations, world wide. One client stated that, “there will be no replacing of Jack in this industry, as few people understand the radio frequency technology the way that he did. He will be sorely missed”

Left to cherish Jack’s memories are: his beloved wife, Phyllis Carol Lindenmeyer of Bedford, IA; one daughter, Carrie Maureen Stephens of Chino Hills, California; three sons, John David Lindenmeyer of Bedford, IA., William “Bill” Howard Lindenmeyer of Brea, CA., and Steven Paul Lindenmeyer of Brea, CA.; Additionally, Eighteen Grandchildren and eight Great Grandchildren were “Papa Jacks” pride and joy. Known for his quick wit and “dadisms”, Jack brought joy and laughter to those around him

Marshall, Ina Lou Shafer - Celebration of Life Services for Ina Lou Marshall, age 85, of Bedford, who died Thursday, Oct. 3 at Bedford Nursing & Rehab were held Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Interment were held at the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be given in Ina Lou’s name.
Ina Lou Marshall was born June 19, 1928, in Rodman the daughter of Fay Leslie Shafar and Naomi Ellen (Hedrick) Shafar. At the age of six, her family moved to Taylor County where they farmed around the Bedford area. She graduated from Bedford High School with the Class of 1947. She then took normal training in Maryville, teaching rural school for about a year. She met Bob Marshall upon his return to Bedford after serving in World War II and the couple was united in marriage on Jan. 14, 1950, at the Baptist Parsonage in Bedford. To this loving union four daughters were born to bless their lives, Deborah, LouAnn, Karen and Nancy.
In 1966, after Nancy started Kindergarten, Ina Lou was employed by the Bedford School as a cook, a position she held for over 27 years, retiring in 1993. Ina Lou also sold AVON for over 35 years and also helped Pam Brown at ‘Just Country & Things’. Her husband Robert passed away in March of 1998.
Ina Lou had been a member of the Eastern Star, Rebekah Lodge, the American Legion Auxiliary where she was a Gold Star Sister. She had also been active in numerous coffee and neighborhood clubs. She enjoyed camping, bowling, coffee and card clubs . . . . not necessarily in that order! Ina Lou also crocheted and knitted, having made over 800 baby hats for newborns! She was ‘spunky’ and ‘feisty’ and always willing to let you know what was on her mind. Her family was her pride and joy with a special spot for her grandchildren.
Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful mother, grandmother and, friend are her four daughters, Deborah Marshall of Essex; LouAnn Pavao and husband Michael of Worcester, Mass.; Karen Cape and husband Michael of Elizabeth City, N.C.; and Nancy Cox and husband Neal of Bedford; one brother, Edward Shafar of Newton, Kan.; three sisters, Francis Dalton of Lenox; Bette Priest of Emmetsburg; and Mary Utsler of Leesburg, Florida; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; along with many other family relatives and friends.
Preceding Ina Lou in death are her parents, Fay and Naomi Shafar; her loving husband Robert in 1998; four brothers, Robert Shafar, Roy Hypes, George Hypes and Richard Shafar; and three sisters, Leola Ferkins, Mildred Smith, and Hazel Dorrel.
Ina Lou was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother

Celebration of Life Services for Mary Matheny, age 70, of Lenox, who died Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center will be held Saturday, June 29, 2013 at 10:30 AM at the United Presbyterian Church in Lenox. Visitation will be Friday at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Lenox from 3-7 with the family greeting friends from 5-7. Interment will be held at the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials can be given in Mary's name. Memories can be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Mary Naomi Matheny was born on March 24, 1943 in Lenox, Iowa. She is the daughter of Paul Myron Winslow and Darlene Mae (Leedom) Winslow. She grew up on the family farm near Sharpsburg and graduated from Lenox High School in 1960. She was married to Gail Dean Matheny on March 14, 1964.

Mary spent most of her life in and around the Lenox area. She worked several different jobs over her career, the White Way Café, Sheridan Egg Company and many others. For the last several years she worked at Cheese's Food Market as a cashier and bookkeeper.

Mary was an avid reader, enjoyed camping around the state, and attending her children's and grandchildren's sporting events and dance recitals.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 49 years, Gail Matheny, her four children; David (Becky) Snedeker of Bellevue, Nebraska, Terri (Ron) Jennett of Osceola, Iowa, Mike (Terrill) Matheny of Omaha, Nebraska and Tami (Pete) Gray of Tucson, Arizona, a sister, Connie Jensen of Smithville Lake, Missouri and a brother, David (Zelda) Winslow of Davenport, Iowa. And the light of her life, her grandchildren, Shelby and Aubrey Snedeker, Brian (Kate), Heidi, and Kevin Jennett, Ryan, Ashton and Jordan Matheny, Colten and Zaine Gray, Kaleb and Emma Ricke, along with many other family members and friends.

Special thanks to good friends Mark and Lynne Preston

Matthews, David Leroy - Celebration of Life Funeral Services for David Matthews, age 89, of Bedford, who died Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Bedford Nursing & Rehab Center will be held Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 10:30 AM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Visitation will be Saturday morning with the family greeting friends one hour prior to services. Interment will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Bedford with military rites accorded by the John F. Hardin American Legion.

David Leroy Matthews was born September 1, 1924, in Allegheny County Pennsylvania the son of William Frederick Matthews and Margaret (Douglas) Matthews. He grew up attending school through the 10th grade. David faithfully served in the United States Army from 1944-1946. In 1946, upon his discharge, he and Calvin farmed together in Pennsylvania. In 1975, Calvin moved to Bedford, Iowa. David moved to Bedford in 1976, to a farm north of the Berea Church, where he and Calvin continued their farming operation. In 2006, David retired and moved into town. He turned over the farming operation to his brother and neighbor because his health would not allow him to take care of the livestock any more.

In his younger years, David enjoyed trapping and hunting with his brother Calvin and their dad. He enjoyed spending time with his family and loved to give nickels to his nieces and nephews if they received a "B" on their report cards and would give them a dime for every "A". He was a very caring uncle who cherished his family. Although David never married, he lived with his sister Martha, and together they took care of each other.

Left to cherish David’s memory are his brother Calvin Matthews of Bedford; along with ten nieces and nephews and a host of good friends.

Preceding David in death are his parents, William and Margaret Matthews; two sisters, Martha Matthews and Mary Cabeen; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Matthews and a brother-in-law, Richard Cabeen

McCollaugh, Howard Earl - Howard Earl McCollaugh was born in Kent, Iowa April 14, 1928 to Earl and Grace McCollaugh. He attended grade school in Kent and then his family moved to Sharpsburg, Iowa in 1942. He graduated from Sharpsburg High School in 1947. Following graduation he worked at his dad's shop and drove the Sharpsburg school bus.
Howard married Kathleen McMillin on June 24,1955 at the Bedford Methodist Church. Three children blessed this marriage: David, Roger and Debbie. In January 1957 he started work at Hawkeye Lumber Company in Bedford. He retired in 1984 from Hawkeye Lumber after 27 years with the last three years as manager. In the spring of 1985 Howard started work at Lake of Three Fires. He retired from this in 1998 after 13 years on the job. In retirement years he enjoyed traveling and camping-seeing many parts of the United States. He enjoyed spending time with many friends in Good Sam-Golden Spikers Camping Club.
Howard passed away January 10, 2013 at Mercy Hospital, Corning, Iowa at the age of 84 years. Howard is preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Grace McCollaugh.
He is survived by his wife Kathleen of 57 years; children David McCollaugh of Bedford, Roger (Angie) McCollaugh of Bedford and Debbie (Merlin) Miller of Maryville, Mo.; grandchildren Becky (Dave) Kersey Grand Junction, Iowa, Jesse (Ashley) McCollaugh Boone, Iowa, Michael and Joshua McCollaugh Bedford; and eight great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.    
Funeral services for Howard were Monday, January 14, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel in Bedford with Rev. Jamie Mogler officiating. Burial was in the Lexington Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Bedford Ambulance Service. Eickemever Funeral Chapel of Bedford provided arrangements.

Meredith, Richard Dean - Funeral services for Richard Dean Meredith, age 58, were held Monday, August 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford, Iowa. Visitation was Sunday, August 4 from 3-5 p.m. at Ritchie Funeral Home. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials may be given in his name. Memories may be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com.
Richard Dean Meredith was born June 1, 1955 the third child of Howard and Clarice (Osburn) Meredith in Corning, Iowa. He was known as Dick or Dickie. Dick graduated from Bedford High School with the class of 1973. He also attended Southwestern Community College in Creston.
Dick's passion was farming and he enjoyed the lifestyle that it provided. Dick took over the farm in 1979 from his dad and continued farming the home farm until his passing. He continued the dairy until he quit in 2001. Dick was a practical joker and enjoyed teasing his kids, nieces, nephews and sister-in-laws. Dick was also a member of the Bedford United Methodist Church.
Richard married Sandy Staton on December 18, 1982 in Sheridan, Missouri. They have two children, Jason Dean and Kerri Marie.
Dick is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife Sandy of Bedford; son Jason of Fairfield, Ohio; daughter Kerri of Bedford; brother Stephen Meredith of Bellevue, Nebraska; sisters Linda (Mel) Miers of Grimes, Iowa and Claudia (Todd) Hebing of Galena, Missouri; uncles Edwin (Edith) Osburn of Albuquerque, New Mexico, James John of Clinton, Iowa and Robert Osburn of Bedford; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Dick will be missed by all that knew him.

Mitchell, Paul LaVern

Paul LaVern Mitchell, son of Lee and Ruth (Lawrence) Mitchell, was born on March 22, 1920 in Adams County near Brooks, Iowa. Paul entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at Alegent Creighton Health Mercy Hospital in Corning, Iowa at the age of ninety three years, three months and eighteen days.

Paul graduated from Corning High School with the Class of 1938 and moved west to find work during the great depression. Upon his return to Adams County, Paul was reunited with the love of his life, Osil Bernadine Steadman, daughter of Orville Bernard and Kitty Mae (Marsh) Steadman at the Nodaway Corn Festival. It was at that time that Paul asked Osil out on a much anticipated date. Paul and Osil were married May 28, 1942 in Reno, Nevada and remained inseparable for more than sixty-seven years until her death on December 11, 2009.

Paul worked for the Boeing Corporation in Seattle, Washington and then at the Naval Air Station in Alameda, California. Osil joined Paul in Alameda during the summer of 1942. Due to the uncertainty of WWII, Osil returned to Iowa in August, 1942 and resumed teaching. Paul returned to Iowa in January 1943 and was drafted into the Army Air Force a short time later. Paul was stationed in numerous locations throughout the United States and overseas in Cairo, Egypt. During this period Osil lived with her parents and continued to teach until son Paul Douglas was born November 25, 1944. Paul was Honorably Discharged from Fort Sheridan, Chicago in April, 1946.

Paul and Osil farmed upon Paul’s military discharge. The couple began attending the Maple Grove United Methodist Church at Guss, Iowa, in 1949 and joined in 1951. Paul and Osil spent many years as Methodist Youth Fellowship Leaders and they served the church in a variety of capacities over the years. Paul and Osil were life-long members in the church.

Their first farm was the George Bycroft place where Paul’s parents and his brother had lived for the previous 16 years. Stephen Dale was born September 14, 1955. In 1959, Paul and Osil bought and moved to their farm located near Iveyville, Iowa. In 2008, Paul and Osil moved to a home in Corning, Iowa.

Paul was a long-time 4-H Leader in Taylor County and a model steward of the land. Paul continually strived to conserve the soil and educate himself in agricultural changes.

Left to mourn and cherish Paul’s memory is his son, Stephen Mitchell and wife Jennifer of Arvada, Colorado; daughter-in-law, Norma Mitchell of Omaha, Nebraska; two grandchildren: Michele Grabowsky of Omaha, Nebraska and Dr. Cassidy Mitchell and wife Melanie of Lincoln, Nebraska; five great grandchildren: Jamie Gruhn, Ashley Scariano, Rowen, Chase and Logan Mitchell; three great-great-grandchildren: Lexie and Lyric Gruhn and Joey Scariano as well as numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Osil Mitchell in 2009; son, Douglas Mitchell, D.V.M. in 2010 and brother, Alvin Mitchell.

Pearson Family Funeral Service, Corning, Iowa.

Neil, Geraldine Mae Ginn, was born September 4, 1920 in rural Conway, Iowa to Horace Boise and Rilda Elizabeth (Cree) Ginn. She was a longtime resident of Bedford and Gravity. She graduated from Gravity High School in 1938. She then attended Chillicothe Business School where she met her husband John Neil. They were united in marriage on April 30, 1940 in Chillicothe, Missouri at the Baptist parsonage.

John and Geraldine raised 5 children while she worked various jobs in and around Gravity… and Bedford. She was the manager of the Gravity telephone office for many years before working as a cook at the Bedford Community School.

During World War II Geraldine and first daughter Kay lived on a farm with her mother Rilda Ginn and sister Betty, they farmed the 200 acre farm. Neither Geraldine nor her sister drove so they both had to learn, which was hard on the gears of the old car, but learn they did. While farming they also had to learn how to harness horses, put up hay and all the other things that went along with it.

Geraldine's love of genealogy was always a passion of hers. This was reflected by the volumes of books and papers at her home. She loved to share the information far and wide with family known and unknown! Her talent for Basketball was evident at a young age. She was proud of winning the Waubonsie State Tournament, where she made the final shot to win. Her love of sports continued with her attending children and grand children sporting events. The last few years she spent winters in Bedford, Texas with Kay and Bennie, where she became a huge fan of the NBA team The Dallas Mavericks.

Preceding in death, parents Rilda and Horace Ginn, siblings Herman, Paul, Thomas, Dale and Betty; son-in-law Frank Miskey; daughter-in-law Debbie Neil, grand-daughter Lisa Murphy West; great granddaughter Katherine Rebecca White.

Geraldine is survived by her children; Kay (Bennie) White of Bedford, Texas, Peggy Murphy of Austin Texas, John Neil III of Austin, Texas, Mary Miskey (Floyd Chaffee) of Tonopah, Arizona, and Nancy Motola (Patrick) of Austin, Texas; sister-in-law Ruth Ginn; 9 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren who are left with many wonderful memories of Grandma Neil!!

Nethers, Marilyn Madonna - Marilyn Madonna Nethers was born February 23, 1931 in Taylor County, Iowa to Willis and Gertrude (Bradley) Nethers. They lived on the farm north of Bedford where she and her sister Alice grew to maturity.
Marilyn enjoyed farm life, working hard cooking, gardening, baking and quilting. Those were many of her favorite things to do. She resided on the farm in Taylor County until she and her parents moved to the City of Bedford. She cared for her parents during their declining years until their deaths.
Marilyn went to work at the Bedford Meal Site on February 22, 1974 where she worked as a cook and assistant manager for 17 years. Marilyn was not only a good cook but was an extremely great baker.
While working at the Meal Site she met Thomas Fort. Thomas Fort went to the Meal Site passing through town, and met Marilyn who stole his heart. They were united in marriage on March 19, 1988.
Marilyn was preceded in death by parents Willis and Gertrude, sister Alice Allen, and husband Thomas Fort.
Left to cherish her memory are brother-in-law Cecil Allen of Bedford, many cousins, nieces and nephews. Marilyn will be remembered for her kind heart.
Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Fairview Cemetery, Bedford. Memorials are suggested to donor's choice. There is open visitation Monday at the Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel Bedford. Arrangements provided by Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel

Newby, Lois Arlene Harris - Lois Arlene Newby, daughter of Edgar & Neva (Milligan) Harris, was born August 3, 1936 at Siam, in Taylor County, Iowa. Lois grew up with 1 brother and 4 sisters in Taylor County. When Lois was 16, she met and fell in love with Willis Gene Newby. They were married on December 20, 1952 in Bedford, Iowa. They lived for a short time at Glenwood, Iowa and returned to Taylor County before moving to Benton, Iowa and eventually to Mount Ayr in 1971.
Lois was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lois enjoyed visiting and loved to have company. She was a good cook who enjoyed serving it up whenever you came in her house. Lois worked at the Mount Ayr School, CAP Factory in Mount Ayr and babysat.
Lois fought a courageous battle with cancer and was lovingly cared for by her family in Debbie's home in Winterset. Lois passed away on September 1, 2013.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Willis on February 15, 2003; infant son Roger Leroy Newby; infant granddaughter Mindy Clark; 3 sisters Evelyn Schrodt, Dorothy Whitfield, and Trula Schrodt and 1 brother Robert Harris.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children Patty Newby of Shenandoah, IA, Kenny (Donna) Newby of Salt Lake City, UT, Sandra (Mike) Clark of Winterset, IA, Sue (Kent) Jehle of North Liberty, IA, Debbie (J.R.) Tresten of Winterset, IA, and Diana (Shannon) Arends of Diagonal, IA; 18 grandchildren Stacey Newby, Kendall (Arsene) Kangni, Kelsie Newby, Jessica (Chuck) Galaviz, Melissa Clark, Kimmie Clark, Ben Schuelke, Jenny Schuelke, Amy (Wes) Dorsam, Jennifer (Duane) Grimes, Amber (Mark) Meador, Tyler (Leslie) Newby, Derrick (Kasey) Dredge, Sarah (Bobby) Schafer, Breann Arends, Logan Arends, Baylee Arends, and Hunter Arends; 11 great grandchildren; 1 sister Anna May McMillin of Clarinda, IA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the United Methodist Church Mount Ayr, IA. Burial followed in the Bedford City Cemetery in Bedford, IA. The family receive friends Thursday,September 5, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Watson-Armstrong Funeral Home in Mount Ayr, IA. A memorial fund has been established for Middle River Hospice in Winterset, Iowa and the American Cancer Society

Peterman, Arnold "Ray" - Arnold Ray Peterman was born January 19, 1924 at New Market, Iowa to Merrel and Edna (Thompson) Peterman.
Ray attended Lindsey Country School and graduated New Market High School. He served in the United States Navy from 1944 to 1946. After his discharge from the Navy he met and married Winona Faye MClarnon April 29, 1949 at the Clarinda Methodist Church. They were married just six months short of their 65th anniversary.
Ray was a carpenter for Hilton Grimes Carpentry for a few years. One project they worked on was building the Clarinda Drive-In. In 1951 the family moved from Shambaugh to Sharpsburg and farmed there for 25 years. In 1973 they moved to their farm west of Bedford and farmed there for 9 years.
He was in the Color Guard for the Taylor County Sheriff's Posse during most of the 60's. The Posse performed drills at fairs and rodeos and were called on for search parties using their horses to cover more territory. He always had horses, ponies and mules. Ray and Paul Oxley had the Little Britches Rodeo with mules. He was in many parades with his draft horses. He also had a display at Living History Farms in Des Moines. In 1982 Ray and his wife moved to Bedford. He took the Taylor County Weed Commissioner position for 8 years and retired from the County. Even though retired he wanted to help with the farming operations keeping his hands working.
Ray passed away Saturday morning, October 26, 2013 at Bedford Nursing & Rehab, Bedford, Iowa at the age of 89.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Pearl Pershin, Dale Peterman, Floyd Peterman, Kenneth Peterman, Dennis Peterman, and Verla Easter.
He is survived by his wife, Winona of Bedford; children Ron Peterman and wife Mary of Shambaugh, Iowa, Randy Peterman and wife Kitty of Gravity, Iowa, and Kenny Peterman and fiance Sarah of Bedford; grandchildren Tanya Strong and husband Josh, Matt Peterman and wife Kylee, Tanner Peterman and wife Melissa, all of Bedford, Iowa, Natasha Peterman and friend Kevin of Clarinda, Iowa, Morgan Peterman and friend Seth, Jake Peterman and Zach Peterman, all of Shambaugh, Iowa; great grandchildren Kole Thompson, Cal, Elle and Crewe Peterman, Kloey Saylor and Hannah Worl; many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services will be 10:30 Monday, October 28, 2013 at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel, Bedford, with Pastor Tim Maxa officiating. Military honors will be provided by American Legion John F Hardin Post 164 Bedford. Family visitation will be 4-6 pm Sunday at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to Camp Sunnyside

Poore, Gary L. - Gary L. Poore of Indianapolis passed away on Sept. 13 at the age of 72 . At the time of his death Gary was a resident of Northwest Health Care in Indianapolis. He bravely and uncomplainingly endured an illness of fourteen years before his passing.
Gary was born in Bedford, on Jan. 19, 1941 to Howard Ellis Poore and Mildred Cobb Poore. He attended school in Bedford where he played basketball and baseball and was a member of the State Championship football team in 1959. His skill and love of sports earned him a basketball scholarship at Iowa Western Community College in Clarinda.
In 1964 he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Barbara Jean Crawford. To this marriage two children were born, Jonathon Whitney Poore and Alicia Ann (Moore) Poore. Gary and Barbara moved to several states to accommodate Gary’s service in the Navy and his career in public service.
Gary earned a Bachelors Degree at the University of Maryland and a Masters Degree at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He belonged to many professional engineer organizations.
He worked with the Public Works Department in Omaha and was the City Engineer in Hastings, Nebraska. In 1979 they moved to Indianapolis where Gary was first the City Engineer with the Department of Public Works and then the Manager of Street Maintenance with the Department of Transportation. He took his work very seriously and was known to use his flashing yellow lights on his city car to protect a stalled or stranded vehicle in the height of a storm. In Nebraska he once dove into a submerged car thinking that someone was inside. Gary retired in 1995.
He was a member of the Central Indiana Folk Music and Mountain Dulcimer Society where he served on the board and played the banjo and dulcimer at many community events. Friends will remember that he was often the source of much laughter and practical jokes during gatherings. He was a Master Gardener and enjoyed tending his flower beds. He was also an avid photographer and golfer. His grandchildren, Christian and Ella, always brought a smile to his face. He loved having them visit and he especially enjoyed watching Ella do her Irish dance routines.
Gary is survived by his wife Barbara (Crawford) of Indianapolis, son Jonathon of Muncie, daughter and son-in-law Alicia and Michael Moore and two grandchildren, Christian and Ella Moore of Indianapolis. Also, one brother, Don, of Deltona, Florida, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Mildred Poore, and stepmother, Dorothy Poore as well as brothers Greg and Larry.
The family would like to thank Ray Gorecho, his at home caregiver of six years and the staff at Northwest Health Care. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to Gleaners Food Bank or a charity of choice.
The family greeted friends at Crown Hill Funeral Home at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, followed by a memorial service for Gary at 11 a.m. On line condolences can be left at www.crownhill.org

Reeve, Neva Leona McKinney - A Celebration of Life Graveside Memorial Service for Neva Reeve, age 96, of Lenox, will be held Monday, October 21, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Cromwell Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, October 21, 2013, at the Area Bible Fellowship Church in Clearfield with the family greeting friends from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 PM. Neva died Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Neva Leona (McKinney) Reeve was born August 20, 1917, in Macksburg, Iowa, the daughter of Claude Winfield McKinney and Delpha Lela (Mayne) McKinney. After graduating from high school in Macksburg, Neva worked as a maid for several years. She met her future husband, Gail Reeve, while she was dating his cousin! Two years later, in June of 1938, they started dating . . . and seven weeks later, they were united in marriage on August 1, 1938, in Greenfield, Iowa. To this loving union seven children were born to bless their lives, Gailard, Jerry, Joan, Darrell, Allen, Tena and Darla.

The couple moved to Colorado for a short time, returning to Iowa where Gail worked for the railroad. They later farmed in Ringgold County and in 1985 the couple moved to Lenox. Gail passed away in April of 2003, and Neva continued to live at home.

Neva loved to dance and listen to country music. She and Gail attended area dances when their favorite bands played. She enjoyed reading and was a wonderful seamstress, making many of her children's clothes. Neva enjoyed the opportunity to take the bus to casinos in Wisconsin and Minnesota. In their younger years, the family vacation always included one full week of fishing in Minnesota. Neva's family was her pride and joy. She enjoyed baking and will be remembered for her wonderful homemade breads and pies.

Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful mother and grandmother are her children: Gailard Reeve and wife Dee of Des Moines, Iowa; Joan Davis and husband Larry of Scranton, Iowa; Allen Reeve and wife Katie Temple of Runnells, Iowa; Tena Reeve of Lenox; and Darla Davis and husband Bill of Lamar, Missouri; twenty grandchildren; many great and great-great-grandchildren along with other family members and friends

Richey, Harold Lloyd - Funeral services for Harold Richey, age 85, were Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at 2 P.M. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford, Iowa. Visitation was one hour prior to service time on Wednesday. Interment, with military rites, followed the service at Washington Cemetery in Gravity, Iowa. Memorials may be given in Harold’s name.

Harold Lloyd Richey was born July 19, 1928, in Gravity, Iowa, to Lloyd D. Richey and Thelma F. (Garrett) Richey. Harold passed away July 27, 2013, in Council Bluffs, Iowa at the age of 85 years and 11 days.
Harold served in the U.S. Army from December 13, 1950 to December 12, 1952. After his discharge from the service he worked for Griffith Pipe Company in Council Bluffs where he retired in 1990. At that time he and wife, Sharon, moved to Bedford, Iowa. Harold loved being on his acreage, and working with his animals.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, wife Sharon Lee (Graham) Richey and sister Belva Jerome.
Harold is survived by his sister; Mrs. Hillard (Flora) Peterson, of Gravity, Iowa, brothers; Burl Richey Sr. and wife Ann of Council Bluffs, Iowa and Delbert Richey of Lenox, Iowa; Brother-In-Law Jim Graham of Colorado, aunts; Bernice Morris of Council Bluffs, Iowa and Paulene Constant of Parnell, Missouri, uncle Wayne Garrett of Des Moines, many neices and nephews and a very special friend, Frances Capp of Conway, Iowa.

Routh, Bernard R. - Bernard R. Routh, 81, of Whiting, Iowa entered into rest Friday, July 12, 2013, at Burgess Health Center in Onawa, Iowa.
Bernard Roe was born December 20, 1931 in Clearfield, Iowa, the son of Addis and Gladys "Sue" (Bailey) Routh. He graduated from Clearfield High School.
Bernard was united in marriage to Marilyn Stewart on August 16, 1964 in Clearfield, IA.
Bernard was employed many years at Burgess Memorial Hospital as a payroll clerk, maintenance manager, and served with the Burgess ambulance. He was also a bookkeeper for Moss Nursing Home, and a manager at IGA grocery store all in Onawa. He then became office manager at ANSCO Seed at Whiting, IA for 20 years until he retired at the age of 78.
He loved playing the electric organ at several churches.
Survivors include his wife of almost 49 years, Marilyn (Stewart) Routh of Whiting, IA; two sons, David Edward Routh of Sioux City, IA, and John Anthony "Tony" of Onawa, IA; two brothers, Bill (Anna) Routh of Coffee Creek, MT and Ronnie (Bonnie) Routh of Creston, IA; one sister, Gwen (Spencer) Sandeman of Creston, IA; and a sister-in-law, Martha Routh of Cresco, IA.
Preceding him in death were his parents, three brothers, J. B. (Dorothy) Routh, Richard Routh, and Mick Routh; and an infant sister, Betty

Sahlie, Laurel Ilene Leighton -

Laurel Ilene Leighton Sahlie, 90 of Grand Island, formerly of Arcadia, died Wednesday, January 9, 2013
at St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. Memorial services were 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January12, 2013 at the United Methodist Church in Arcadia, Nebraska with the Rev. Dr. Jeff Hale officiating. Burial was at the Arcadia Cemetery. Visitation hours were Friday, January 11, 2013 at the Apfel Funeral Home in Grand Island with the family receiving friends one hour prior to service time at the United Methodist Church in Arcadia, on Saturday. Memorials are suggested to Arcadia United Methodist Church, Arcadia Fire and Rescue and the Arcadia Public School. Apfel Funeral Home of Grand Island was caring for the family.
Mrs. Sahlie was born May 8,1922 in Taylor County, Iowa, the daughter of Roy Ellis and Grace Evangeline (Sherbeck) Leighton. She received her education at Silver Lake Public Country High School in Bedford, Iowa graduating with the class of 1939. She did house work for several years before attending nurses training at Shenandoah, Iowa for two years.
She worked as a nurse at Loup City for two years before returning home to care for her mother. She later worked at Sterling, Colorado for a brief time, then Ballard Hospital in Broken Bow until she was united in marriage to Bill Sahlie on December 22, 1951 at Ord, Nebraska. Four children were bora to this union: James Dewey, Debra Denise, Rebecca Jane and Teresa Ilene. The couple made their home in Arcadia
where they resided their entire married life. Mr. Sahlie was a beekeeper and they made their living raising bees and producing honey for Sue Bee. They traveled with the bees for many years from Arcadia to Texas. The couple raised a large garden where she enjoyed canning and freezing the produce to enjoy throughout the year and tending all of her flowers and fruit trees.                   
Mr. Sahlie preceded her in death on December 10, 2001. In September of 2002 she moved to Grand Island and made her home at Riverside Lodge.
The couple joined the Methodist Church in Arcadia shortly after their marriage. She was active in the Women's Church circles, especially the bake sales, when asked to support the church bake sale she was glad to be able to help and enjoyed doing so. She was a member of an Extension Club for many years, member of Arcadia Gardening Club and Thursday Morning Women's Coffee Group.
Laurel enjoyed being a homemaker, was a fabulous cook and loved to bake. She made a crocheted blanket for each of her grandchildren which was a wonderful keepsake for them.
She enjoyed spending time with grandchildren and great grandchildren, for they were the light of her life.

Survivors include: one son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Rose Sahlie of Woodville, Texas; three daughters and son-in-laws, Deb and Leonard Cernik of Lincoln, Nebraska, Beckie and Steve Stec of Grand Island, Nebraska, and Teresa and Fred Nelson of Oxford, Michigan; eight grandchildren, 14 step grandchildren, and two great granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband of 50 years, Bill Sahlie, brothers Paul and Ellsworth Leighton and sister, Ruth Hamilton.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www. apfelfuneralhome.com.

Sheldon, Janet Louise Newby - Janet Louise (Newby) Sheldon was born September 14, 1945 in Bedford, Iowa; daughter to L. Emory Newby and Cordys Estell Cordell. She entered into peace on July 23, 2013 in Des Moines, Iowa, where angels took her to be with her Lord.
Janet grew up in the Bedford area and graduated from High School there in the Class of 1965. Following graduation, she continued to reside in the Bedford area until moving to Lenox in 2006 to be closer to her daughter, Brenda, and her family.
Janet enjoyed taking trips with her sisters to various locations but always spoke of their trip to Branson, Missouri. She had a great collection of dolls and admired angels along with doing a variety of crafts. Most of all, Janet cherished her time with her grandchildren: Kristopher, Kaci, Kody and Kaeden. She also had a great circle of friends at the gazebo at her apartment complex in Lenox. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and enjoyed her company.
Remaining to cherish Janet’s memory is her daughter Brenda Foote and husband Keith; grandchildren: Kristopher, Kaci, Kody and Kaeden Foote all of Lenox; along with many nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Preceding Janet in death are her parents and siblings: Wilbur Durfey, Harold Durfey, Billie Newby, Willis Newby, Marvin Newby, Wilma Newby and Rosemary Kirchner.

Funeral services for Janet Sheldon, 67 of Lenox, will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel in Bedford. Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Bedford City Cemetery

Martha Shupe was born June 16, 1927 in Des Moines, Iowa to Ray and Grace Young. When she was a small child they moved to Indianola, Iowa where she spent her childhood. She met and married ("the love of my life") Paul Blaine Shupe while living in Indianola. To this union came Steve (1947) and Jack (1949). She and
Blaine remained married until his passing in 1991.
Left to mourn her passing are her son Steve (Shirley) of Warrensburg, Missouri, her sister Merry Flick of Oceanside, California, her niece Pat Baker of Columbia, South Carolina and her nephew Ray Flick (Kathe) of Palm Springs, California. She also has six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren and many friends and former students,  
Martha and Blaine loved Bedford and its citizens. She commented on how wonderful the small town was and is until the end of her life. It was a wonderful time to be from a wonderful place. She spoke of Bedford nearly every day.
Martha lived most of her young life in Indianola, Iowa and graduated from high school there. She attended Northwest Missouri State University where she obtained a bachelor's degree followed by a master's degree in guidance and counseling. She obtained a second master's degree from Missouri State University in educational administration.
She and her family lived in Bedford where Blaine was a teacher and a coach. Martha spent 42 years teaching and administering elementary students. She was thrilled that many of her students loved and remembered her and contacted her regularly.
Those passing before her were her husband Blaine, her son Jack and her parents Ray and Grace Young. Martha crossed over August 29, 2013. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Bedford.
For those wishing to donate in Martha's name, please send donations to the Bedford Public Library, Bedford, Iowa 50833. She has been thrilled with the library since the early 50's. Her feelings for the library came about when the librarian told her, "You don't check out enough books." After that she was a regular customer.
My mom was a wonderful mother. My brother and I had a great childhood. The last few years, I have spent every morning with mom over coffee. My job was to listen. I became an expert at paying attention. My mornings will never be the same.... Steve

Smith, Helen Virginia Eller - Celebration of Life Services for Helen Virginia (Eller) Smith, age 75, of Lenox, who died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Creston, Iowa were held Monday, November 11,2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Lenox. Private family burial will be held at a later date. Memorials can be given in her name. Memories can be shared with the family here. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox. She was born November 22, 1937 in Rural Taylor County Iowa to James Airy Eller and Eunice Mae (Key) Eller. She grew up in Lenox, Iowa and graduated from Lenox High School in 1955. During high school and after graduation she worked for a time at The Hatchery in Lenox.
Helen met Lloyd Smith, from Blockton, and on April 5, 1957 the couple was united in marriage in Warsaw, Missouri. To this blessed union two children,… Melody and Dan, were born. The family made their home in Blockton where Helen raised a garden and canned the produce each year. Later Helen worked at O’Brien Brothers in Bedford for over 17 years. She later moved to Lenox in the early 1980’s to be near her mother. During this time she began working at Taylor Ridge until health issues forced her to retire.
Helen was a people person. She always put others needs ahead of her own. Her family was her life and she enjoyed doting on all of them. Through the years she enjoyed raising a vegetable garden and tending to her flower gardens as well. Helen also enjoyed the outdoors. She loved to fish and shoot with her family and friends. Other hobbies included listening to music and going with Lloyd to dances in the area. Helen was a passionate NASCAR fan always rooting for Dale Earnhardt and cheering on her favorite baseball team the St. Louis Cardinals as well.
Preceding Helen in death are her parents James and Eunice Eller and husband Lloyd in 1979. Left to cherish her memory are daughter Melody Running and husband Gilly of Parmelee, South Dakota; son Dan Smith and fiancé Amy Brown of Lenox, Iowa; brothers Curly Eller of Mound City, Missouri and Jiggs Eller of Winterset, Iowa; sister Lula Mae “Cookie” Spoonemore of Lenox; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren along with many other family and friends.
Helen will be missed by all that knew her. She will be forever in their hearts.
May God grant comfort and peace to those who mourn her passing

Strange, Maurine Mae Wilson

Celebration of Life Services for Maurine Strange, age 100, of Lenox, Iowa, who entered into eternal peace Friday, May 31, 2013 at Lenox Care Center, Lenox, Iowa, will be held Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Lenox.. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be one hour prior to services. Interment will be in the West Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials may be given in her name. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on our website at, www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries.

Maurine Mae Strange was born January 12, 1913, on the family farm south of Lenox, Iowa. She was the fifth child born to Robert W. and Minnie (Siebert) Wilson. Her twin brother was Marvin Wilson. She grew up on the family farm with her siblings, Gladys, Mildred, Cecil and Marvin. Maurine attended country school in the area and graduated from the Lenox High School with the Class of 1932.

After graduation, Maurine worked for Dr. Mark Sluss in his medial office for 10 years. In 1950, she was united in marriage to Jim Strange at the First Christian church in Lenox. She and her husband had a fur shop in Nebraska City, Nebraska for many years. Maurine and Jim did not have any children. Maurine moved to Burbank, California in 1956. While living in California, she worked in a hospital for r13 years. After that she worked babysitting children which she thoroughly enjoyed. In 1970, her husband passed away.

In 1990, at the age of 77, Maurine decided it was time to move back home to the Lenox area. She and a friend drove all the way back to Lenox. She purchased a home in Creston where she resided until February of 2010. At this time, she moved into the Lenox Care Center where she resided until her death. The staff gave her wonderful care and she seemed to be happy living there.

Maurine is survived by nieces and nephews, Mark Wilson and wife Cheryl; Anne Nette Hanson and husband Stan; Carol Garrity; Robin McGary and husband Steve; Janie Ferguson; Nancy Pennington; Donna Jean Houston and husband Ed; along with many great and great-great-grand nieces and nephews.

Maurine is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Minnie Wilson; her husband Jim Strange; two brothers Marvin and wife Mary Wilson; Cecil and wife Velda Wilson; two sisters, Gladys and husband Lloyd Garver and Mildred Wilson

Mary Arlene Stroburg, 84, of Blockton, Iowa, passed away Monday, June 17, 2013 at her home. Mary was born May 7, 1929 in Casper, Wyoming to Lyman and Vivian Johnston. She was united in marriage to Eldon Stroburg January 18, 1948 in Lamoni, Iowa. He survives of the home. Also surviving are their four children: Sue (Billy) Harder of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Jeff (Nancy) Stroburg of Jefferson, Iowa, Monica (Ron) Tvinnereim of Lenox, Iowa and Peggy Stroburg of Creston, Iowa, 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, sisters Beverly Koshatka of Iowa, City, Iowa and Phoebe Rasmussen of DelRay, Florida.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, brother Lyman Johnston, sister Barbara Swanson and grandson Mason.
Memorial services were held Saturday, June 22 at the Christian Church in Blockton, Iowa with visitation from 9:30 a.m. to service time at the church.
Memorials may be given to the Blockton Fire and Ambulance District. Arrangements are under the direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home, Grant City, Missouri.

Sunderman, Phyllis Ardean Baker - Memorial services for Phyllis Sunderman, age 83, of Clarinda, Iowa, who entered into peace Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa, will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 22, 2013 at Ritchie Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Russ Clark officiating. Burial will be in the Clarinda Cemetery, Clarinda, Iowa.

Phyllis Ardean Baker Sunderman was born December 11, 1929, in Taylor County, Iowa, and passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarinda, Iowa. She was the second of two children born to Warren S. and Pearl (Robbins) Baker. Phyllis grew up in the Clarinda area and was a 1948 graduate of Clarinda High School.

On August 6, 1949, Phyllis was united in marriage to Russell Kenneth Sunderman. This union was blessed with 3 children, Kathy K, Jennie V and Jay D. Russell and Phyllis raised their family on farms in the Siam and New Market area until retiring in 1990. Farming was something Russell and Phyllis enjoyed their entire life. During retirement Russell and Phyllis enjoyed spending the winter months in Yuma, Arizona, with friends from all over the United States and Canada.

Phyllis has been a member of the Siam Church of Christ since 1951, playing the piano for many of those years. Phyllis helped on the farm by running numerous errands and raising a huge garden to feed her family. She was always present when one of her kids was involved in an athletic event. She also enjoyed sewing clothes, playing cards, doing counted cross stitch and reading.

Preceding Phyllis in death were her husband, Russell; her parents, Warren S. and Pearl Baker; her parents-in-law, Harlie J. and Beulah Sunderman.

Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Kathy and husband Mike Freeman of Villisca, Iowa, Jennie and husband Randy Horton of Clarinda, Iowa; son, Jay and wife Mary Ellen of New Market, Ia.; grandchildren, Angela (Freeman) and husband Shaun Wubben of Moravia, Iowa, Lee Freeman of Creston, Iowa, Michelle (Horton) and husband Darrell Neelans of Waterloo, Iowa, Dr. Matthew Horton and wife Michelle of Chicago, Illinois, and Fletcher Sunderman of St. Joseph, Missouri; great grandkids, Tyler and Dylan Neelans, Ivy Wubben, Taylor and Payton Horton; brother, William Baker and wife Shirley of Clarinda, Iowa; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews

Trost, Isabel Horton - Celebration of Life Memorial Services for Isabel Trost, age 90, of Lenox, who died Thursday, August 8, 2013 at Greater Regional Hospice Home in Creston will be held Monday, August 12, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Lenox United Methodist Church. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be Sunday at the Ritchie Funeral Home from 2-4 PM. Interment of ashes will be held at North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. Memorials can be given in Isabel's name. Memories can be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com… under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Bess Isabel (Horton) Trost was born April 20, 1923, in Taylor County to Clyde and Mabel (Moore) Horton. She had two brothers, Bill and Carroll (Pete) Horton and one sister, Helen Lou Duey. In her early years she attended schools in Conway and Bedford. Later they moved to a farm southwest of Shannon City, Iowa, where she attended high school and graduated with the Class of 1941. After graduation, Isabel was employed at the Creston Hospital and Palms Café in Creston.

On October 23, 1943, she was united in marriage to Raymond Trost in Phoenix, Arizona. She was later employed at the Pantex Ordnance Plant in Amarillo, Texas, while Raymond served his country. Raymond and Isabel were blessed with three children, Terry Rae on June 7, 1945; David Michael on November 17, 1946; and Randall Douglas on March 19, 1949.

Upon Raymond's discharge from the service, he and Isabel farmed in the Kent and Lenox, Iowa areas until 1978, when they semi-retired. During this time she worked at the Kent Store, the Lenox Fertilizer Plant and First National Bank in Lenox for many years. When the couple retired they enjoyed traveling south for the winter months to spend time with their daughter Terry and her family. Then it was back to Lenox to enjoy Mike and Randall's families for the summer. During their 67 years of marriage they always did everything together. They worked hard side by side and they had a lot of fun too. In addition to their traveling, they loved to dance, square dance, golf, play cards and socialize with their many friends. Isabel was a fabulous cook and excellent housekeeper. She was a member of the Lenox United Methodist Church.

After Raymond's death in August, 2010, Isabel stayed active. She kept up with her card clubs, and went to bingo as often as she could. After her 90th birthday she decided it was time to move to Vintage Park.

Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother is her daughter, Terry Kriz and husband Dale of Phoenix, Arizona; two sons, Mike Trost and wife Carol and Randy Trost and wife Cindy, all of Lenox; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; along with many other family members and a community of friends.

Isabel was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond, her parents, Clyde and Mabel Horton; two brothers, her sister, and an infant sister

Trumbo, Lucile Dorothy - Celebration of Life Services for Lucile Trumbo, age 95, of Bedford, who died Tuesday, June 4, 2013 in Maryville, Missouri were held Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Visitaion with the family greeting friends were Sunday from 11:00 AM until service time. Interment were held at Fairview Cemetery in Bedford. Memorials can be directed to the or the United Christian Presbyterian Church.

Lucile Dorothy Trumbo (known to her family as "A.L." for Aunt Lucy) was born on November 20, 1917, the daughter of Paul Trumbo and Jenny (Marley) Trumbo. She had one brother, Francis "Pinky" Trumbo.
Lucile lived most of her life in Bedford where she graduated from high school. For many years she was employed by the Bedford National Bank and later moved to Creston to work for the AEA. She enjoyed her trips back to Bedford on the weekends to attend church and visit with friends. She retired from the AEA after 15 years and moved back to Bedford.
Lucile enjoyed listening to and watching baseball games, always cheering on her favorite team, the St. Louis Cardinals. She enjoyed other sports as well. She was a dedicated member of the United Christian Presbyterian Church of Bedford. She served as the church treasurer for many years. Without fail, you would find Lucile I n the church kitchen helping prepare bereavement dinners.
She was a loving and cherished Aunt to three nephews, Mike (Belinda), Gary (Chris) and Thom; seven great-nephews, Kevin, Steven, Ryan (Lacey), Jared (Chyloe), Daniel, Matthew (Teresa) and Chad (Molly); six great-great-nephews, Keegan, Jake, Reese, Reid Beckett and Nash; and three great great-nieces, Ainsley, Jane Dare and Saely.
Lucile was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Francis "Pinky" Trumbo, and her sister-in-law, Mary Trumbo. Lucile is now reunited with her family in Heaven, and most likely, they are already watching baseball games together!
Lucile will be sadly missed by her cousins and many, many friends

Tyler, Eugene Winston "Win" - Celebration of Life Services for Win Tyler, age 84, of Lenox, who died Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at his home will be held Saturday, July 6, 2013, at 10:30 AM at the United Presbyterian Church in Lenox. Visitation will be held Friday at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Lenox from 3-7 with the family greeting friends from 5-7. Interment with military rites accorded by the Parkinson American Legion Post No. 250 will be held in the North Cemetery in Lenox. Instead of flowers, the family requests memorials be given in Win's name.

Eugene Winston "Win" Tyler was born on October 20, 1928, in Lenox, Iowa, to Gladys (Lamb) and Oscar Donald "Don" Tyler.  He was the eldest of three children.  Win entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at 5:22 p.m. at the age of 84 years, 8 months and 12 days after a hard-fought battle with COPD.  

Win spent his childhood in Lenox, graduating from high school in 1946.  As a teenager, he was very active in sports and music, having received many awards and honors for his musical abilities.  He was both an accomplished pianist and soloist and was highly sought after for both talents.  In church, Win performed in a quartet with Forrest Whipp, Bob Long and Guy Henderson.

Win graduated from the University of Iowa School of Pharmacy in 1950.  During his college career and life in the ATO fraternity house, he did a lot of singing, and his favorite song to sing was:  "If I Could Be With You One Hour Tonight."   With his good looks, suave personality and many talents, Win was voted "most eligible bachelor on campus."  He remained popular and well-liked all the way to the end.

On August 18, 1950, Win was united in marriage to Bonnie Jean Baskerville, whom he met on a blind date at the Whetstone Pharmacy in Iowa City. Win and Bonnie were married at the Congregational Church in Fonda, Iowa.  They would have celebrated 63 years of marriage this August.

Win and Bonnie made their home in Lenox for six months before he was drafted into the service during the Korean War.  He was stationed in Frankfurt, Germany, at the 97th General Hospital where he worked as a pharmacist.  They made their home in Frankfurt for 16 months and traveled extensively while they were there.  

After returning to the United States, Win went to work for his father in the pharmacy as the third-generation family pharmacist.  During this time, he had a chance to audition for the world-renowned Fred Waring Pennsylvanians -- a large choral group and orchestra from Pennsylvania that came to Iowa every Thanksgiving to perform -- but he chose pharmacy as his career instead.  

Win's interests in keeping the town of Lenox alive were varied:

Park and pool director for 35 years;
50-year member of the Lenox Rotary International Club and recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award through this organization for his significant monetary contribution to the eradication of polio;
Served 25 years on the golf board;
50-year member of the Chamber of Commerce;
53-year member of the Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees;  
Served on the school board for 6 years;
Lifetime member of the American Legion and was treasurer of the local American Legion for 30 years and Commander of Parkinson Post 250 for 2 years;
50-year member of VFW and the Elks.

Win was Chairman of the Centennial Parade in 1972. He was also Grand Marshal of the parade that year. He was chosen in 1985 to receive the "People Helping People" Award. Win was the recipient of the Iowa Volunteer Award from the Governor in 1990. This past spring, he received the Urban Good Neighbor Award. Win was very instrumental in getting the new golf course, the wind turbine which was named after him, and the new medical clinic.

Win was a lifetime member of the Iowa Alumni Association and member of the I-Club and Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.  

Win was baptized into the Christian faith as an infant and remained a lifelong member of the United Presbyterian Church where he served as treasurer off and on for 25 years in addition to serving the church through his musical gifts during his teen years.

Win donated generously to anyone who came to him for help.  He gave anonymously to many people in need -- anyone who was sick or couldn't make it on their own.  The school was a great recipient of his generosity as well as many other organizations. 

In June of 2011, an article about Win's life and career appeared in OUR IOWA magazine under the heading "Country Character." Shortly thereafter his health began to decline.

During Win's 60+ years as a pharmacist, he mentored/coached many individuals who went on to become pharmacy techs, pharmacists, and other professionals within the medical field and some who chose professions outside of the medical field.  He also coached and mentored many of the lifeguards and managers at the swimming pool. He loved to see the people he mentored succeed.

Win loved his family and his work.  His hobbies in early life were fishing, taking his boat to Lake Icaria and helping in the yard.  He also enjoyed a good round of golf.  His favorite place to travel was Europe.

As everyone knows, he was a diehard Iowa Hawkeye fan -- through thick and thin, winning and losing -- and held football season tickets for years. Thus, Win will be buried in his Iowa Hawkeye colors, and his service will end with the Iowa Fight Song.

To quote Nancy Heim (and his family would agree) from the April 3, 2013, Lenox Time Table, Win's favorite quotes were:  There are always two sides to every story; a stitch in time saves nine; and a place for everything and everything in its place.  Win was fastidious/meticulous to a fault.  He epitomized the Iowa work ethic that is respected throughout the country.

Tyler Pharmacy was in the family for 133 years, having been started by his grandfather, Oscar Dewayne, in 1880.  Many generations of children returned year after year as an adult to enjoy a soda at the old-fashioned soda fountain at 1950's prices.

For 60 years, Win got up every morning with the chickens to do what he loved most – serve the people of this community. When he sold his pharmacy this past spring, he sold his heart and soul. His life was well spent, his purpose complete.

As we struggle to make our entrance into this world, so too did Dad struggle to leave this world – with every last breath he took. You can breathe easily now. Rest in peace, Dad. You've earned it! You will have to find another profession in heaven because medicine doesn't exist there. You have gone to a place of perfect peace, love and health. You can now sing tenor with a choir of angels.

Those left to mourn are his wife, Bonnie, and his children:  Cheri (Tom) Seeton, Golden, CO; Jennie Tyler, Des Moines, IA; Rick (Maggie) Tyler, Iowa City; granddaughter, Savannah, and grandson, Sean, Denver, CO.  Additionally, he is survived by his sister, Judy (Dale) Eklund of Afton, IA, and his brother, Phil (Judy) Tyler of Creston, IA, as well as many nieces and nephews and other extended family, long-time friends and his pharmacy family. 

Welcoming Win on the other side are his parents, grandparents and other relatives, several pets, and many friends who preceded him in death. Surely there is a new committee being formed in heaven right now.

2 Timothy 4:7 NLT: "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful." Matthew 25:23 NLT: "The master said, 'Well done, my good and faithful servant.'"

Written by the Tyler kids

Wallace, Kendall Rory - Celebration of Life Visitation for Rory Wallace, age 52, formerly of Bedford, who died Saturday, August 10, 2013 were held Wednesday, August 14, 2013 starting at 6:00 PM. Memorials can be given in Rory’s name. Memories can be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford.
Kendall Rory Wallace was born October 23, 1960, in Des Moines, Iowa the son of Richard Duane Wallace and Beverly Joy (Harsh) Wallace. Rory spent his childhood in Iowa. On April 16, 1983, he was united in marriage to Loretta Belle Coburn in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The couple was blessed with two children, Michele and Philip. For the past twenty-two years the family made their home in Cookeville, Tennessee where he worked as a transportation specialist for the past twenty years.
Rory never met a stranger and loved making people laugh. He would go out of his way to help someone in need. Rory and Lorie spent their 25th wedding anniversary on a 10-day trip exploring Ireland. This was truly one of the highlights of his life!
Left to cherish the memories of a wonderful husband, father, son and brother is his loving wife Lorie Wallace, his daughter, Michele and son, Philip, all of Cookeville, Tennessee; his parents, Bill and Beverly Daleske of Bedford; five brothers, Richard and Marty Wallace; Billy and Robert Daleske; and Theodore Wallace; along with many other family members and friends.
Preceding Rory in death are his grandparents, Carl and Lora Harsh

Webb, George Merrill - George Merrill Webb was born June 29, 1919 near New Market, the son of George Robert and Grace Ann (Shore) Webb. He passed away on Monday afternoon, Aug. 5 at his home in Shenandoah at the age of 94 years, 1 month and 7 days.
Merrill grew up in the New Market area and graduated from New Market High School in 1936. He later attended Northwest Missouri State College in Maryville, MO for two years. On March 29, 1941, Merrill was united in marriage to Darlene Faye Webb in Troy, Kan. This union was blessed with a daughter, Leesa.
Merrill farmed his entire life and finally retired when he was 85 years old. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Nishna Valley Saddle Club and the Elks Lodge. He enjoyed working with his horses and cattle on the farm. His true love was his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Darlene; great grandson, Zackery Porter; a sister, Genevieve Miller and her husband Roy Miller; as brother-in-law, Ben Davison.
Survivors include his daughter, Leesa Miller and Wally Teten of Shenandoah; grandchildren, Chris Porter and Sandy Hedlund of Thurman, Fred Miller and April Crawford of Red Oak, Melissa Fritz and her husband Josh of Oakland; three great grandchildren, Moriah Miller of Charles City, Jackson Miller of Red Oak, Clayton Fritz of Oakland; a sister-in-law, Betty Davison of Oakland; a niece, Renee Olhausen and her husband Tom of Sioux City; a nephew, Danny Davison and his wife Lois of Clarinda; along with many other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8 at Kirsch Funeral Chapel in Shenandoah with Pastor Carl Phillips and Father Vern Smith officiating. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Shenandoah. Visitation with the family present took place on Wednesday evening, Aug. 7 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Kirsch Funeral Chapel in Shenandoah. Memorials are suggested to the New Market Civic Club in New Market. Online remembrances or condolences can be left at www.kirschfuneral.com. The Kirsch Funeral Chapel of Shenandoah was in charge of arrangements

Weems, Kenneth Albert - Celebration of Life Memorial Services for Kenneth Weems, age 56, of Bedford, who died Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at his home will be held Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 1:00 PM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be one hour prior to services.

Kenneth Albert Weems was born July 11, 1956 in Coushatta, Louisiana the son of Marvell Waymon Weems and Vertis Mae (Thomas) Weems. He grew up attending school, graduating from Hall Summit High School with the Class of 1975. In 1991, Kenneth met his future wife Judith Lininger and on February 16, 2005 they were united in marriage in Texas. Kenneth was an avid fisherman who loved being outdoors. He also enjoyed hunting, bird watching, reading and watching Dale Earnhart in NASCAR races.

Left to cherish Kenneth's memory is his loving wife, Judi Weems of Bedford; his mother, Vertis Weems of Ringgold, Louisiana; two step-sons, Dean Harwell of Bedford; Lee Harwell of St. Joseph, Missouri; a sister, Ruth Ann Lowrance of Hall Summit, Louisiana; a brother-in-law, Jerry Lininger and wife Reada of Savannah, Missouri; niece, Rachel Layfield and Claudia Putnam and husband Steve Putnam of Bedford; great-nieces, Camryn Layfield and Emma Putnam; a great-nephew, Parker Davison-Putnam; along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Preceding Kenneth in death is his father Marvell Weems and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins

Weil, Charles Mathew - Graveside services for Charles Weil, age 92, were Friday, August 9, 2013, at 11:00 AM at the Washington Cemetery in Gravity, Iowa. Visitation were held Friday, August 9, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Ritchie Funeral Home in Bedford, Iowa then a procession follow to the cemetery. Memorials may be given in Charlie’s name. Memories may be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com. Ritchie Funeral Home of Bedford are caring for Charlie and his family
Charles Mathew Weil was born January 27, 1921, in rural Taylor County, Iowa the son of Mathew and Mary (Squire) Weil. Charlie attended school until the 12th grade and served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On March 4, 1944, he was united in marriage to Lorain Lysher in Vicksburg, Mississippi. After his honorable discharge from the service, he worked as a LPN at the Mental Health Hospital in Clarinda for 35 plus years.
Charlie was a member of the Clarinda Church of God and was the Commander of the Gravity American Legion. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and attending farm auctions.
Charles is survived by his two sons: Charles "Ed" Weil of Afton, Iowa and Eldon Weil of Lenox, Iowa; his two grandchildren: Theresa (Eric) Water of Wheat Ridge, Colorado and Mathew (Jen) Weil of Oblong, Illinois; and his three great-grandchildren: Alex, Alyissa, and Richard "Ricky" Waters all of Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Lorain; his parents, Mathew and Mary; and his brother, Don Weil.
May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn his passing

Williams, Gerald "Jerry" O. - Jerry Williams, age 58 of Lenox died Saturday, June 22, 2013. In accordance with Jerry's wishes, only a very private family service will take place. A memorial will be established in his name. Memories can be shared with the family at www.ritchiefuneralhome.com under Obituaries. Arrangements were entrusted to the Ritchie Funeral Home of Lenox.

Gerald O. Williams was born October 21st, 1954, to Orville and Doris Williams. He lived in Lenox for most of his life and attended Lenox schools.

Jerry's son, Jayme, was born in February 1973, and Jerry raised Jayme for many years. Jerry married Lori Wurster in 1982 and was a loving husband. His life was one of quiet dignity, and others recognized and respected his sincere heart.

Jerry had many hobbies and talents. He loved training his two German Shorthair dogs and spent many fall days hunting pheasant and quail with them on his father-in-law's farm and in Missouri. He loved to fish and had many great times fishing in Minnesota and Canada with his father-in-law, brother-in-laws, Lori, nephews, friends, and Jayme. One of his favorite "big fish" memories was of the giant muskie Jayme hooked while on a fly-in Canadian vacation.

Jerry loved music from the time he was a teenager. His love of listening to and playing the blues and Christian music on his guitar enriched his life. He loved being a homebody, "piddling" in the basement and garage, using his carpentry skills on his home, and eating Lori's homemade cookies. Another of his favorite things to do was to go and listen to blues guitarists with Lori.

For most of his adult life and in the past months in particular, Jerry devoted a large amount of his time reading his Bible and praying for his family and his friends. His faith was steady and his heart was clean, knowing that God loved him and sent His Son, to die for him and for us.
Jerry's favorite Bible verses were:

Romans 5:8-10 "But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, having now been justified by His blood, we shall be saved..."

Romans 1:16-17 "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith, as it is written, 'But the righteous man shall live by faith."

1st Corinthians 2:9-10 "but just as it is written, 'Things which eye has not seen and ear has not heard, and which have not entered the heart of man, all that God has prepared for those who love Him.' For to us God revealed them through the Spirit, for the Spirit searches all things, even the depths of God."

Left to cherish their memories of Jerry are his wife, Lori; his son, Jayme and his girlfriend, Erin; and he and Lori's family, extended family, and friends. Comfort comes from their faith of being reunited in Heaven

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Sunday June 23, Lenox Police were contacted about a missing man. Jerry Williams, 58 of Lenox had not been seen since the previous day, Saturday June 22. A check of Williams home showed he and his bicycle were gone. With the assistance of the Taylor County Ambulance, Lenox Fire Department and members of the Lenox Public Works Department a search was conducted. At 9:40 AM Williams was found lying in a ditch on CR J-13 approx. 1 Vi miles east of Lenox.
Williams bicycle had been struck by a vehicle and he died at the scene. The Lenox Police Department, Taylor County Sheriffs Office and the Iowa State Patrol conducted an investigation at the scene.                       
Information was obtained which led to the identification of a driver and vehicle involved in the fatal crash. The investigation into the crash is being conducted by the Taylor County Sheriff's Office with assistance from the Lenox PD and the Iowa State Patrol. The name of the vehicle's driver is not being released because the investigation is ongoing and no charges have been filed.

Wyckoff, Rex Raymond - Rex Raymond Wyckoff was born on April 16, 1923 in Bedford, Iowa; the youngest of 14 children to Lewis Wyckoff and Mary Elsina (Raybourn) Wyckoff. He grew up in Bedford and at a young age started out as a newspaper carrier along with other various jobs. Rex completed all of his schooling with the Bedford Schools and graduated from there in the class of 1941. On January 22, 1943, Rex was inducted into the United States Navy and served his country until November 6th of 1945 when he was honorably discharged. On August 6, 1945, Rex was united in marriage to Eva Lavonne Churchill in Troy, Kansas. This union was blessed with four children: Gary, Lary, Brenda and Lana. As a family, they resided in the Bedford area. Following Rex’s duties in the service, he held various jobs and later took a position with the United States Postal Service in Bedford as a mail carrier; from which he retired in 1984 at the age of 61. For many years following his retirement, Rex and Eva traveled much of the United States via motorcycle to see how many state patches they could acquire to be sewn on their cycling vests.
Rex enjoyed being very active with the American Legion in Bedford. He helped with a variety of their activities but was most passionate about the Avenue of the Flags. In 2010, Rex had the opportunity to go on the Honor Flight to Washington D.C. to visit the Veterans Memorial. Rex also was very active with the Bedford Fire Department, obtaining a 50 year award for his services. Coming from a large family, it is no secret that family is what Rex valued most. He loved all of them and even more, enjoyed being able to spend time as a family as often as they could. Rex was an active member of the United Christian Presbyterian Church in Bedford until he entered the Clearview Home in 2012.
Rex passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at the Clearview Home in Clearfield, Iowa at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his parents, 13 siblings; four half siblings and son-in-law Bill Deering.
Remaining to cherish Rex’s memory are his wife of 68 years, Eva of Bedford; children: Gary (Nancy) Wyckoff of Bedford, Lary (Karen) Wyckoff of Bedford, Brenda (Steve) Morehouse of Essex and Lana Deering of Adel; grandchildren: Daniel (Tanya) Wyckoff of Bedford, Kelly Morehouse of Essex, T.J. Morehouse (Danielle Fengel) of Dexter, Iowa, Brandon Morehouse of Omaha, Kylee Deering and Koree Deering both of Adel, Tammy (Doug) Thompson of Bedford, Shannon (Shane) Bennett of Gravity seven great grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Funeral services for Rex were held Monday, November 11, 2013 at the American Legion in Bedford were Rev. Randy Allman officiated . Burial followed the service in the Fairview Cemetery in Bedford with military honors provided by the John F. Hardin Post #164 of Bedford and the Bedford Fire Department delivered his last call. Visitation were the family greeted friends was held Sunday evening at Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel in Bedford. Memorials are suggested to the Avenue of Flags in care of Lary Wyckoff in Bedford.

Eickemeyer Funeral Chapel of Bedford provided arrangements

Zabel, Johnnie - Celebration of Life services for Johnnie Zabel, age 89 of Lenox who passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013 at Alegent Health Mercy Hospital in Corning are scheduled for 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the Lenox United Methodist Church. Visitation with the family greeting friends will be one hour prior to services. Interment will be held at the North Fairview Cemetery in Lenox. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial gifts to the Lenox United Methodist Church or to Hospice of Southwest Iowa.

Frances "Johnnie" Marie (Johnson) Zabel, 89, of Lenox, passed away quietly on Sunday, November 24, after a short bout with pneumonia. Her family was by her side.

“Johnnie” was born in 1924 in Salina, Kansas, to Nels and Agnes Johnson, and grew up with her older sister Dorothy on the family farm during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Her childhood was anchored in the tight knit Swedish-community around the Salemsborg Lutheran Church, a rural crossroads church south of Salina.

After graduating from Smolan High School in 1941, Johnnie attended business school in Salina. While working as a secretary in Salina during World War II, she met young Army sergeant Ralph Zabel, who was stationed at nearby Camp Phillips before shipping out to the European Theater. Following the German surrender, Ralph returned to the States, and during a July 1945 furlough, he and Johnnie were married. Ralph then headed for the Pacific Theater, but atomic bombs hastened the end of the war and Ralph became part of the American occupation force in Japan.

Following Ralph’s discharge from the army in early 1946, he and Johnnie settled in Lincoln, Nebraska, where Ralph went to work in a bank. Their first son, Doug, was born in Lincoln, and in July of 1947 the young family, preferring small town life, relocated to Lenox, Iowa, where Ralph went to work at the First National Bank, first as a teller and later as cashier.

Daughter JoAnn was born in 1951 and son Gary arrived in 1955.

In 1954, Johnnie and Ralph teamed up with Ralph’s sister Esther and her husband Elmer Bose to buy the bank, and for the next half-century Johnnie and Ralph were fixtures in the civic, school and church life of the Lenox community, enjoying golf, bowling, bridge, travel, school sports and the fellowship of a wide circle of friends.
In late 2004, after 59 years of marriage, Ralph passed away, and a few months later, Johnnie moved into the Vintage Park (assisted living) Apartments in Lenox, where she enjoyed the company of a number of friends. In recent years, frustrated by a nearly total loss of hearing, she spent most of her days reading, giving up the regular bridge games she enjoyed for decades.

Johnnie is survived by son Doug Zabel of Austin, Texas; daughter JoAnn Tieszen (Dennis) of Waterloo, Iowa; son Gary Zabel (Karen) of Lenox; grandchildren Ben Newport (Corinne) of Cedar Rapids; Chelsea Markle (Brett) of Seattle, Washington; Rob Brammer (Nicky) of Essex, Iowa; Andy Brammer (Julie) of Lenox; eight great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding Johnnie in death are her parents, Nels and Agnes Johnson; a sister Dorothy Sandberg; and her loving husband Ralph Zabel in December of 2004