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Dorothy K. Breuer
The funeral service for Mrs. Dorothy Katherine Breuer, 89, who died Monday, March 13, 2006, will be Thursday, March 16th, at 1:00 PM in West Avenue Baptist Church. The Rev. Kirk Bennett will officiate. Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery . Friends may call noon to 3:30 PM Wednesday, March 15th, in Lunning Chapel and the family will receive friends 5:00 to 8:00 PM in West Avenue Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for West Avenue Baptist Church.
John Schantz
John R. Schantz, 88, of Monmouth, Ill., died at 6:05 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 2006, at Monmouth Nursing Home.
Born Jan. 13, 1918, in Galesburg, Ill., he was the son of Herman and Mabel Johnson Schantz. On June 1, 1941, he married Lorena Pauline Hicks in Monmouth.
Mr. Schantz owned and operated Schantz Bootery in Monmouth during the 1950s and 1960s. He then worked for Turnbull's Ambulance Service for a number of years. He was park superintendent for Monmouth Park. He also was the golf pro at Gibson Woods golf course for a time.
He was raised in Monmouth, where he attended school and was a graduate of Monmouth High School. He also attended Monmouth College and medical school in Chicago. He was a World War II Army veteran stationed with the 178th General Hospital in France and attained the rank of first lieutenant. He helped develop the Gibson Woods golf course and was instrumental in beginning the golf team and program for Monmouth High School.
Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Linda Keener of Kirkwood, Ill.; two sons, Richard Schantz of Grand Rapids, Mich., and John Melnick of Clarksburg, Md.; eight grandchildren; six great–grandchildren; one sister, Donna Kleinkauf of Prescott, Ariz.; and two nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
There will be no visitation. His body has been cremated.
The graveside memorial service for Mr. Schantz with military honors will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in Warren County Memorial Park Cemetery
in Monmouth, with the Rev. Keith Killinger officiating.
Memorials have been established for Monmouth Nursing Home and Discovery Depot Children's Museum.
Jerry Smith
Jerry Smith, 73, of Cantril died at 5:10 p.m. Friday, March 17, 2006, at Ottumwa Regional Health Center. Arrangements are pending at Pedrick Funeral Home in Keosauqua.
Esther V. Lyon
The funeral service for Mrs. Esther V. Lyon, 95, who died Saturday, March 11, 2006, will be today at 1:30 PM in Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Randall Gearhart will officiate. Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery . Friends may call after 8:00 AM until the time of service. A memorial has been established.
Virginia "Ginny" R. Harris
The funeral service for Mrs. Virginia "Ginny" Ruth Harris, 84, who died Monday, March 13, 2006, will be today at 10:30 AM in Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Tyrone Henderson will officiate. Interment will be in Carman Cemetery , Carman, Illinois. Friends may call after 8:00 AM and the family will receive friends for one hour prior to the time of service. A memorial has been established for Great River Hospice.
Dorothy K. Breuer
The funeral service for Mrs. Dorothy Katherine Breuer, 89, who died Monday, March 13, 2006, will be today at 1:00 PM in West Avenue Baptist Church. The Rev. Kirk Bennett, Rev. Tyrone Henderson and Pastor Tony Faeth will officiate. Interment will be in Burlington Memorial Park Cemetery . Friends may call at 9:00 AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for West Avenue Baptist Church.
George S. Pence
The funeral service for Mr. George Sanderson Pence, 75, who died Monday, March 13, 2006, will be Friday, March 17th, at 10:00 AM in Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Tyrone Henderson will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery . Friends may call from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM today in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. A memorial has been established for Burlington Fire Department Ambulance.
Charles B. Gregg
The funeral service for Mr. Charles B. Gregg, 88, who died Tuesday, March 14, 2006, will be Saturday, March 18th, at 1:30 PM in Lunning Chapel. Pastor Mark Barker will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery . Friends may call noon until 5:00 PM Friday, March 17th, and after 8:00 AM on Saturday, March 18th, in Lunning Chapel. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the time of service. A memorial has been established in his memory.
Hulda L. Henderson
The funeral service for Mrs. Hulda Louise Henderson, 96, who died Wednesday, March 15, 2006, will be Monday, March 20th, at 10:30 AM in St. John's United Church of Christ, rural Burlington. Rev. George Rogerson and Rev. Kendall Adams will officiate. Interment will be in St. John's United Church of Christ Cemetery . Friends may call after 11:00 AM Sunday, March 19th, in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. A memorial has been established for St. John's United Church of Christ Cemetery
for perpetual care.
Mary Kinkeade
Mary Alice Kinkeade, 84, of Kahoka, Mo., died Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006, at Clark County Nursing Home in Kahoka.
Born May 8, 1922, in Kahoka, she was the daughter of Harry and Eva Walker Brammer. On May 26, 1949, she married Walter H. Kinkeade in Texas.
Mrs. Kinkeade was a teacher in the Keokuk school district and the Clark County R–1 district until her retirement.
She was a 1941 graduate of Wayland High School and a graduate of Truman State University in Kirksville. She was a member of the Missouri Retired Teachers and Delta Kappa Gamma. She was an active member of Southern Baptist Fellowship Church in Wayland, Mo. She and her husband visited shut–ins and people in hospitals to share their love of Jesus. They were members of Campers on a Mission, traveling and building churches. She was a volunteer at Keokuk Area Hospital Auxiliary and was a member of the Wayland Senior Housing Board. She taught Sunday school.
Survivors include her husband; one son, Lewis Kinkeade of Columbia, Mo., one daughter, Lisa Wolber of Hannibal, Mo.; three grandchildren; two sisters, Helen Hoewing of Davenport and Edna Buckallew of Kahoka; nieces; and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and two sisters.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home in Kahoka, with family meeting friends from 6 to 8 p.m.
The funeral for Mrs. Kinkeade will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Wilson Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dan Steinbeck officiating. Burial will be in Kahoka Cemetery.
A memorial has been established for Southern Baptist Fellowship Church in Wayland.
Robert Hale
Robert Ingold Hale has passed away in Southern California.
Robert Ingold Hale, a past resident of Burlington for 30 years, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at the age of 90. Mr. Hale was born May 22, 1915, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Leonard Olver Hale and Martha Ingold Hale. He grew up in Grinnell, Iowa and graduated from Grinnell High School in 1932, and attended Annapolis Naval Academy. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa, graduating in 1937 with Honors as a member of the esteemed Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honor Society. Robert married his childhood sweetheart, Helen Molsberry in 1935 and they were married nearly 60 years at the time of her death in 1994.
Mr. Hale had an enthusiasm for aviation his entire life. He originated the Flying Club at the University of Iowa with a rebuilt glider flown behind a Cadillac driven on a dirt road near Iowa City, the Club's inaugural flight. He went to work after graduation for Glen L. Martin, in Middle River, Md. This plant was the origin of Martin Marietta Corporation and later became Lockheed Martin. During WWII he assisted in designing and building the B–26 Martin Marauder Bomber. He noted later in life that some of the B–26 wings were built in Burlington at the current Case Plant. He also worked with many of the engineers and pioneers in the American aerospace industry throughout his career in aviation: William Boeing, Donald Douglas, founder of Douglas Aircraft, and Lawrence Bell, Bell Helicopters. In 1942 Hale went to work for Transcontinental & Western Air Express, and was working at the Burbank Plant when that Airline was purchased and converted to passenger carriers by Howard Hughes, and renamed Trans World Airlines. In 1950 Hale became a partner in Booz, Allen & Hamilton, a world renowned consulting firm in Chicago, Ill., as a strategist and technology consultant. During this time he was participating in research and development for the U.S. Military's future military aviation, and jet and rocket engines.
Robert Hale eventually returned to his roots in Iowa, and moved his family to Burlington in 1963. He began his life in Burlington as Manufacturing Manager at J.I. Case Co., and in 1967 became the General Manager of the Burlington Plant which manufactured earth moving and construction equipment, loaders and backhoes. He had always attributed the success of the Burlington Case plant during those years to the employees and team members around him. He retired from J.I. Case Co. in 1983 and continued to live in Burlington until 1994. Bob and Helen spent many weeks driving across the US and to Mexico in motor homes, visiting family, past acquaintances. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, built model and lightweight airplanes, and was an active member of the Burlington Golf Club. Robert Hale was also a community leader, and served on the Board of the Burlington Bank & Trust, Burlington Chamber of Commerce, the Kiwanis Club, Burlington Golf Club, Burlington Memorial Hospital, and the Iowa Manufacturers Association. He also continued to support the University of Iowa, and served on the Board of Examiners of the U of I Engineering College. All who knew and worked with Mr. Hale spoke of his integrity and genuine concern for others, in the work place, the community and among those who he considered his many friends.
Robert Hale moved to Sun City, Ca, in 1996, and lived there until his death. During these years he traveled, learned ballroom dancing, flew a glider again, and attended granddaughters' and grandson's weddings, while watching his great–grandchildren begin their lives in this loving family.
Mr. Hale is survived by three adult children and a large extended family: son, James R. Hale, of Naperville, Il; daughter, Janice Messer, of Canyon Lake, Ca., and daughter, Dr. Jean E. Hale, of Gold Beach, Or. He was predeceased by a third daughter, Nancy Hale. His sister, Martha May Hale Agar, lives in Green Valley, Az., with her children and grandchildren, and there are nieces and nephews throughout the country. His sister–in–law, Constance Molsberry, still resides in Grinnell. He had 5 grandchildren and eight great–grandchildren. All will miss him and remember his humor and gentleness with love and affection.
Mr. Hale's ashes will be inurned in Grinnell's Hazelwood Cemetery , alongside of his wife, and parents, and grandparents. A small family graveside service will be held later in the spring.
Marjorie Graber
Marjorie Helen Graber, 82, of Wayland, died Saturday, March 11, 2006, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City.
Born Nov. 25, 1923, in Henry County, she was the daughter of Howard P. and Bessie Scarff Watts. On May 23, 1943, she married Willis Graber in Wayland. He died on Feb. 16, 2004.
Mrs. Graber worked at Henry County Savings Bank prior to her marriage. She worked with her husband on the farm for many years. She worked for various restaurants and the Parkview Home. She retired as site manager from Congregate Meals in Wayland.
She was a 1941 graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. She was a member of Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, where she was a Sunday school and Bible school teacher and served as an usher. She was a member of Mennonite Women, Primetimers and the New Life Group. She volunteered at several church camps after her retirement. She also hosted numerous young women in the International Visitors Exchange Program and provided foster care for many girls while living on the farm.
Survivors include two sons, Larry Graber of Wayland and Wendell Graber of Story City; one foster daughter, Vickie Paulsen of Eldridge; eight grandchildren; and one great–grandson.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one infant son, one daughter and one brother.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Sugar Creek Mennonite Church. There will be no family visitation.
There will be a family service for relatives of Mrs. Graber at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Sugar Creek Mennonite Church in Wayland. Burial will be in Sugar Creek Cemetery.
The celebration of life memorial service for Mrs. Graber will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Sugar Creek Mennonite Church, with the Rev. Nathan Luitjens officiating.
Memorials have been established for Crooked Creek Camp, Sugar Creek Mennonite Library and the Mennonite Women.
Olson–Powell Memorial Cha–pel in Mount Pleasant is in charge of arrangements.
John Stephens
John A. Stephens, 87, of Mount Pleasant, died Monday, March 13, 2006, at Parkview Care Center in Fairfield.
Born Aug. 19, 1918, in Ainsworth, he was the son of Samual Allen and Mildred Jane Stearns Stephens. On Oct. 16, 1943, he married Florence Lily Fimmen. She died May 25, 1999.
Mr. Stephens taught school at Keota High School and later was a regional field manager for Farm Bureau. He then practiced law in Bloomfield for 25 years before retiring.
He was a graduate of Ainsworth High School and received his bachelor of arts degree from Iowa Wesleyan College. He returned to college in 1961 and received his juris doctorate degree from Drake University.
He was a World War II Army veteran and initially served in the Army Signal Regiment. He later served in Hawaii in the radio maintenance division. He attained the rank of tech sergeant. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Mount Pleasant, the Iowa Bar Association, the Ainsworth Masonic Lodge, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and was a member of the Rotary Club.
Survivors include five nieces, including Molly Alvine of Mount Pleasant; and two nephews.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by two sisters.
Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Olson–Powell Memorial Chapel in Mount Pleasant.
The funeral for Mr. Stephens will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Olson–Powell Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Edward R. Peterson officiating. Burial with military rites will be in Forest Home Cemetery
in Mount Pleasant.
Memorials have been established for First United Methodist Church and Mount Pleasant Rotary Club.
Charles B. Gregg
The funeral service for Mr. Charles B. Gregg, 88, who died Tuesday, March 14, 2006, will be today at 1:30 PM in Lunning Chapel. Pastor Mark Baker will officiate. Interment will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery . Friends may after 8:00 AM today in Lunning Chapel. The family will receive friends following Masonic Rites conducted by Patriots Lodge No. 650 AF&AM at 12:30 PM until the time of service. A memorial has been established in his memory.
Hulda L. Henderson
The funeral service for Mrs. Hulda Louise Henderson, 96, who died Wednesday, March 15, 2006, will be Monday, March 20th, at 10:30 AM in St. John's United Church of Christ, rural Burlington. The Revs. George Rogerson and Kendall Adams will officiate. Interment will be in St. John's United Church of Christ Cemetery . Friends may call after 11:00 AM Sunday, March 19th, in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. A memorial has been established for St. John's United Church of Christ Cemetery
for perpetual care.
Mildred Sly
Mildred Marie Howard Sly, 77, of Fort Madison, died at 1:35 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 2006, at Fort Madison Community Hospital.
Born January 20, 1929, in Burlington, she was the daughter of Robert "Hank" Elder and Pearl "Carol" Roberts Elder Stamper. On November 9, 1946, Mildred married Johnnie Virgil Howard in Burlington. He died August 7, 1985. On May 25, 1991, she married Albert Sly in Fort Madison. He died September 8, 1999.
Mildred was a Burlington High School graduate. She was a homemaker and also worked five years at Sylvania, 17 years at Iowa Army Ammunition Plant and 4 years at Sheaffer Pen. In her retirement, she volunteered for over ten years at the Salvation Army Store in Fort Madison and received the Volunteer of the Year Award for 1999.
She was an active member of SS. Mary and Joseph Church located in Fort Madison. She loved being with her children and grandchildren, family and friends and had a vast collection of dolls. Hobbies included playing cards, puzzles, bluegrass music and traveling.
Survivors include five sons, Johnnie "Mike" (Bonnie) Howard and Dan (Rosie) Howard, both of Fort Madison, Jeff (Marilyn) Howard and Bob (Cindy) Howard, both of Denmark, and Jim (Stacey) Howard of Highland, Illinois; two daughters, Linda (Mike) Pumphrey of Wever and Carol (Wayne) Heidbreder of Niota, Illinois; two stepdaughters, Joyce Kephart and Martha "Marti" Bindel, both of Burlington; two stepsons, James Sly of Burlington and Fred Sly of Stronghurst, Illinois; 19 grandchildren; 12 stepgrandchildren; 17 great–grandchildren; 19 stepgreat–grandchildren; one brother, James Elder of Burlington; one half sister, Twila (Bob) Siner of The Villages, Florida; and one stepsister, Clara Mae (Bud) Redburn of Burlington.
Besides both husbands, her parents, two sisters, four stepbrothers, and one stepsister preceded her in death.
The funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at 9:30 AM at SS. Mary and Joseph Catholic Church. The Reverend Troy Richmond will officiate. Friends may call after 2 PM today at King–Lynk Funeral Home with the family to receive friends from 6 to 8 PM. A rosary will be recited at 3 PM. Burial will be in Soldiers' Circle, Oakland Cemetery.
Memorials have been established for Lee County Hospice, Salvation Army and SS. Mary and Joseph Catholic Church.
