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Mildred M. Nielsen

Mildred M. Nielsen, age 95, of Newell, Iowa, died Thursday, March 31, 2005 at the Good Samaritan Center in Newell, Iowa.

Funeral Services will be Sunday, April 3, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. at Nain Lutheran Church in Newell, with Reverend Paul Johnston officiating. Burial will be in the Newell Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Newell is in charge of the arrangements. There will be no visitation.

Mildred was born icon July 26, 1909 in Blair County, Altoona, Pennsylvania to George Bulick and Carrie Deter Bulick. She and a younger sister were orphaned by the time she had reached the age of 9 years. Little is known of her early childhood.

Mildred came to Storm Lake in Buena Vista County in 1925 and joined the Storm Lake Baptist Church in 1927. The following year in May of 1928, Mildred graduated from Storm Lake High School.

On May 3, 1930, she was united in marriage to Victor Nielsen at the Danish Lutheran Church parsonage at Hampton, Iowa.

They lived in the Newell area, becoming residents there for the remainder of their lives.

There were three sons born icon to this union: Jacob Glenn Nielsen, Kenneth LeRoy Nielsen and Neal Charles Nielsen.

Mildred was a good cook and liked to bake. There were always cookies in the cookie jar for the grandkids and for anyone that dropped by for coffee. If the cookie jar was empty and they just couldn’t wait, Grandma and the kids baked some together. Ingredients were always on hand, otherwise Grandpa was sent to the store.

Over the years, Mildred collected recipes and tried a lot of new ones on her family. If they didn’t like it, she would put a big “NO” or “UGH” beside the recipe. She loved to crochet and I’d bet that her family members have more afghans in their closets than the average person. She was always looking for a new pattern to try. Flowers and plants were another enjoyment of Mildred’s, she had a rose bush that she especially enjoyed.

Visiting with her family and friends was an important part of Mildred’s day. Consequently, she was a big fan of the CB Radio, whose handle was “Minnie’s Fish House.”

Mildred was preceded in death by her father and mother, sister, husband Victor, son Neal and daughter-in-law Kay (Bell) Nielsen.

Left to cherish her memory are sons: Jacob G. Nielsen of Newell, Iowa and Kenneth L. Nielsen and his wife Joyce (McCullough) Nielsen of Blockton, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Mickey (Neagle) Morrow of Newell, Iowa; twelve grandchildren: Tom Nielsen of Newell, Iowa, Joyce (Lussman) Nielsen of Storm Lake, Iowa, Mike Nielsen and wife Dellene (Chiles) Nielsen of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Mariane Nielsen of Sutherland, Iowa, Dan Nielsen and wife Lonna (Halverson) Nielsen of Winterset, Iowa, Sharon Nielsen of Storm Lake, Iowa, Mark Nielsen and wife Melissa “Meg” (Meusburger) Nielsen of Truesdale, Iowa, Lori (Nielsen) Hunt and husband Randy Hunt of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kevin Nielsen and wife Kris (Ridiout) Nielsen of Iowa Falls, Iowa, Kelly (Nielsen) Scott and husband Robert Scott of Davenport, Linda (Nielsen) Buckendahl of Rembrandt, Iowa, Larry Nielsen and wife Candi (Weaver) Nielsen of Newell, Iowa, Lisa (Nielsen) Kraft and husband Tony Kraft of Fonda, Iowa; 27 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews as well as other family members and friends.

Josephine Rathke

Josephine Rathke, age 93, of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Monday, April 11, 2005 at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, April 16, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of St. Mary in Storm Lake, with Father Matt Hewitt officiating. Burial will be St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Storm Lake. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake anytime after 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2005, where a Legion of Mary Rosary will be recited at 3:30 pm and a parish vigil service will be held at 7:00 pm.

Josephine Elizabeth Speltz was born icon May 9, 1911 in Rollingstone, Minnesota, the daughter of Jerome and Aline (Guidinger) Speltz. She was baptized as an infant in the Roman Catholic faith at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Rollingstone, and later confirmed in the same church. Josephine received her primary education at Holy Trinity, from grade school through high school, graduating in 1928. She continued her education at Winona State University, where she graduated cum laude one year early, receiving a bachelor’s degree in both Math and French. Jo’s many youthful adventures included hunting rattlesnakes in Minnesota, co-piloting an airplane in the early 30’s, and teaching seven grades in a one-room schoolhouse. Although she spoke only Luxemburger until the age of six years, Jo later learned English, German, French, Latin and Spanish and became an avid word jumbler into her nineties.

In November of 1935, Jo was united in holy matrimony with Albert William “Mike” Rathke in Rollingstone, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with eleven children: Mary Jo, Josephine, Elizabeth, Michael, John, Jerome, James, Jane, Jean, Catherine and Sara. Jo was a devoted wife and mother. She and Mike enjoyed the busy life that accompanies a large family. In the years in which they were rearing and educating their children, there was a 20-year span of time during which they had from one to eight children attending college or graduate school: Mary Jo holds a B.A. and M.A. in English from Stout State University in Wisconsin and was a former chairperson of the English department there; Josephine has a B.A. in English from New Haven University and worked at the Pentagon; Elizabeth holds three degrees from Northern State College in Aberdeen, South Dakota, as well as an R.N. degree form Mt. Mercy School of Nursing and is a successful business woman and mother currently; Michael has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Purdue University and is currently Professor of Chemistry at Michigan State University in Lansing; Retired Army Major John received his B.S. degree at Morningside College in Sioux City, Iowa and his Masters degree from Arizona State University in Tempe; Jerome has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Indiana University in Bloominton, a year of post-doctoral work at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and currently works for the Department of Energy Commission at the Argonne National Laboratory; James received his M.D. at the University of Iowa in Iowa City and currently is retired from the medical profession and a successful farmer and environmentalist in the Fort Dodge, Iowa area; Jane received her degree from Northern State College in Aberdeen, South Dakota, studied Spanish at the University of Guadalajara, Mexico and at the University in Soria, Spain—she received her Masters in Australia where she currently is teaching; Jean received her B.A. degree from the University of Iowa in Iowa City, holds a B.S. degree in Occupational Therapy and has an associate degree in nursing—she currently works as an Occupational Therapist; Catherine holds B.A. and B.S. degrees from Iowa State University in Ames in English and Bio-Chemistry and currently works in Information Technology at the College of DuPage in Illinois; Sara has a B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls and currently operates a daycare business from her home in Osage.

Jo was active in her community, serving as a past treasurer for the City Beautiful’s Toast Mistress Club, and was nominated for Iowa Mother of the Year by this organization in 1975. She was a member of the Buena Vista County Hospital Auxiliary, Witter Gallery Guild and the Hook and Needle Club. She also volunteered at Faith, Hope and Charity for two years. She is a faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Storm Lake, where she was a past member of St. Mary’s Guild and a past auxiliary member of the Legion of Mary.

Jo and Mike have traveled extensively to Europe, Mexico and Australia. They enjoyed participating in church activities together. Jo liked to crochet and do needle point projects; all of her children have pillow cases that she embroidered.

Left to cherish her memory are her children: Mary Jo Rathke of Menomonee, Wisconsin; Josephine (Jack) Marinelli of Storm Lake, Iowa; Elizabeth (Bill) Svensen of Aberdeen, South Dakota; Dr. Michael (Eileen) Rathke of East Lansing, Michigan; Retired Major John (Rosemarye) Rathke of Copperas Cove, Texas; Dr. Jerome (Barbara) Rathke of Homer Glen, Illinois; Dr. James (Bette) Rathke of Stratford, Iowa; Jane Rathke of Oatley, New South Wales, Australia; Jean Rathke of West Memphis, Arkansas; Catherine Rathke (Gilberto) of Plainfield, Illinois; and Sara (Charles) Heiderscheit of Osage, Iowa; brothers Jerome (Loraine) Speltz of Charles City, Minnesota; sister Betty (Pat) O’Grady of Rochester, Minnesota; grandchildren: Matthew Svensen, Jessica Marinelli Battaglia, Jennifer Marinelli, Diana Rathke Wolf, Deborah Rathke Jenness, Daniel Rathke, Michael Rathke, Dennis Rathke, Anne Rathke Kohring, Benjamin Rathke, Joseph Rathke, Alan Perez-Rathke, and Samuel Rathke; great-grandchildren: William, Katie and Amanda Svensen, Owen and Jack Battaglia, Taylor Rathke, Jackson and Lily Okan, Cassidy and Mason Rathke, Caitlin and Matthew Jenness, Gavin, Gabriella, Josephina, and Isabella Rathke, Kasey Kohring, Stephanie and Matthew Santor, Jessica and Zachary Rathke, and Carolyn Rathke; and many other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceding Jo in death were her husband, A.W. “Mike” Rathke; brother and sister-in-law Thomas and Bernita Speltz; and brother Sylvester Speltz; and grandchildren Martin Svensen, David Rathke, and Jennifer Rathke.

Berneta R. Dunham

Berneta R. Harson Dunham, age 80, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Thursday, April 20, 2006 at the Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 24, 2006 at the First Baptist Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Tom Hinshaw officiating. Burial will be in the Jefferson, Iowa, City Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call on Sunday, April 23, 2006 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, where the family will be present from 3:00 to 5:00.

Berneta Ruth Harson was born icon January 10, 1926 on a farm near Rowan in Wright County, Iowa to Harry James Harson and Carol Velva (Hoke) Harson. She attended grade school in Alexander, Iowa and graduated from Emmetsburg Public High School in 1943. Berneta continued her education at the former Iowa State Teachers College, now U.N.I., in Cedar Falls and started her teaching career on her 18th birthday at a country school north of Emmetsburg. Berneta later earned a masters degree from Iowa State University. She taught in various elementary schools in Iowa, among them were Cylinder, Kingsley, Jefferson, Paton-Churdan, and Boone. At the time of her retirement, she had been principal at Remsen-Union for 19 years.

On June 10, 1951, Berneta was united in marriage to Vernon V. Dunham, Sr. Their union was blessed with two children, Vernon, Jr. and Nancy. Berneta was a loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother who treasured the time she spent with her family. In her later years, she delighted in her grandchildren and loved to attend their activities and just spend time with them. She enjoyed painting, sewing and reading, and spent many hours in community service. Berneta was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Storm Lake. She will be missed daily by all those who knew and loved.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Vernon Dunham, Jr. of Paullina, Iowa; daughter Nancy Steward and husband Thomas of Storm Lake; grandsons Thomas, David and James Steward of Storm Lake; sister Marion and husband Cecil Morgan of Storm Lake; sister Janice and husband Clifford Christensen of Alta, Iowa; sister Lowene Heaverlo of Council Bluffs, Iowa; sister Carol Douglas of Spencer, Iowa; sister Nancy Glackin of Dickens, Iowa; brother Don Harson and wife Virginia of Hartley, Iowa; sisters-in-law Ruth Harson of Emmetsburg, Iowa and Bonnie Harson of Spencer, Iowa; nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends.

Preceding Berneta in death were her parents, her husband, Vernon Dunham, Sr.; two infant brothers; brothers Robert Harson and Harold Harson, Sr.; and brothers-in-law Jim Heaverlo, Lyle Douglas and Al Glackin.

Barbara J. Iehl

Our loving mother, Barbara Joan Iehl, lost her battle with cancer on March 13, 2006 at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa.

A celebration of Barb’s life will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 11:00 am at Grace Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, with Pastor Steve Schulz officiating. Burial will be at the Early Union Cemetery in Early, Iowa.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 from 4-8:00 pm at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake where family will greet friends from 6-8:00 pm.

Barbara was born icon on October 15, 1931 to Berl and Melinda (Herrig) Irwin in their country home, northeast of Lake View.

She started school in 1938, going to different country schools between Sac City and Lake View in 1950. After high school, she worked at a grocery store in Sac City when she met Everett Iehl and was married icon on June 1, 1952. During this union, two children were born, Kathy and Kevin.

Mom was always a worker, helping out on the farm, plowing, milking cows and nursing sick pigs back to health, besides of taking care of a home and family. At this time, she lived on a farm north of Truesdale.

In 1977, Mom and Dad moved to their Storm Lake home. She then took on many new jobs, such as, selling Princess House Crystal and Welcome Wagon Hostess for Storm Lake.

Mom and Dad divorced in 1987 where Mom continued to live in her Storm Lake house. At this time in her life, it was hard for her to do physical labor jobs so she went back to school at ICCC and mastered the computer, which she enjoyed very much. She held a job with the Soil Conservation Office and later Kentucky Fried Chicken which was in her backyard.

Barb had many interests, such as camping, bowling, fishing and playing cards. But most of all spending time with her family, grandchildren and Smokey, her dog companion. Barb had many friends and acquaintances.

Preceding Barb in death were her parents, Berl and Melinda Irwin and a brother David Irwin.

Survivors include her daughter, Kathy (Paul) Sefcik of Ottosen, Iowa and son Kevin (Jeanne) Iehl of Rembrandt, Iowa; five grandchildren: Jill (Justin) Henningson of Ruthven, Iowa, Brian and Casey Iehl of Rembrandt, Dustin and Daniel Sefcik of Ottosen; two brothers, John (Norma) Irwin and Jerry (Sharon) Irwin, both of Early, Iowa; one sister Janet (Bob) Pekelder of Sheldon; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Bernice Koenen

Bernice Koenen, age 90, of Indianola, Iowa and formerly of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Thursday, March 23, 2006 at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2006 at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, with Reverend Jamie Cutler of the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake officiating. There will be no visitation.

Esther Bernice Brisbois was born icon October 23, 1915 to George Henry and Iva Mae (Schroll) Brisbois in rural Alta, Iowa. She grew up in the Alta community and received her education there, graduating from Alta High School in 1933.

On February 20, 1935 Bernice was united in marriage to John Koenen at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They were blessed with a son, Jerrald and a daughter, Jeanette.

Bernice will be remembered by many people in the Storm Lake area as a kind and caring person who spent 32 years caring for people as a nursing assistant at what was then Buena Vista County Hospital. Upon retiring, she loved to work in her flower garden. After a long winter, you would often hear her remark, “I can’t wait for spring so I can dig in the dirt!”

Bernice was a loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother, and a valued friend to many. Her gentle, caring presence will be missed daily by those who knew and loved her.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Jerrald and wife Beverly Koenen of Creston, Iowa; daughter Jeanette and husband Larry Bork of Eddyville, Iowa; nine grandchildren, many great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sister Marjorie Pender of Alta; brother Donald Brisbois of Storm Lake; extended family and a host of friends.

Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; one sister, Betty Coxe; two brothers, Henry and James Brisbois; granddaughter Shannon Koenen; and great-granddaughter Sydnee Mae Koenen.

Cecil Barlow

Cecil Barlow, age 77, of Schaller, Iowa, died Monday, March 6, 2006 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa.

Funeral Service for Mr. Barlow will be observed on Thursday, March 9, 2006 at 10:00 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller, with Reverend David Lyons officiating. Burial will be in the Schaller Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call anytime on Wednesday after 4:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller, where family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m.

Cecil Edward Barlow was born icon February 15, 1929 in Storm Lake, Iowa to William and Anna (Merten) Barlow. He was baptized on May 7, 1944 and confirmed on May 14, 1944, a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller.

Cecil began his education at the Truesdale and Hayes Township country schools before attending classes in Schaller. He graduated from Schaller High School with the Class of 1947.

On October 3, 1952, Cecil was united in marriage to Virginia Joslin at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller. They were blessed with two sons, Jay and Mitchell. He was production manager for a local seed company until his “formal” retirement on March 1, 1994. Cecil enjoyed a second career selling automobiles—Fords—after he retired.

Cecil enjoyed people and gave much back to his community. He was an honorary member of 33 years’ standing in the Schaller Volunteer Fire Department. He liked to fish and hunt. Cecil found great enjoyment in attending his grandchildren’s baseball game. He could always be found in the same seat, with advice at the ready for the players. He was a loving husband and devoted father and grandfather who treasured his family and the time he spent with them. His presence will be missed daily by all those who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 53 years, Virginia, of Schaller; his sons: Jay and wife Julie Barlow of Schaller and Mitchell and wife Julie Barlow of Schaller; grandchildren: Carl Barlow, Kyle Barlow, Marcus Barlow, Adam Barlow, Garrett Barlow and Brittany Barlow; brother Chuck and wife Pat Barlow of Schaller; sister Marjorie and husband Tom Ruhberg of Lake Carol, Illinois; sister Betty and husband Dick Frank of Schaller; sister Darlene Gilson of Cheyenne, Wyoming; extended family and a host of friends.

Cecil was preceded in death by his parents, William and Anna Barlow; and his brother-in-law, Harry Gilson.

Clarence C. Richardson

Dr. Clarence Clifford Richardson, age 95, of Storm Lake, Iowa, was called from this world to his eternal reward on Thursday, March 30, 2006, from Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2006 at 2:30 pm at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Duane Queen officiating. Burial will follow at the Storm Lake Cemetery. A memorial has been established in Clarence’s name at the Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, where he was a pastor from 1945-1955 and 1972 until his retirement in 1978. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call on Tuesday, April 4, 2006 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, where family will be present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Clarence C. Richardson was born icon January 10, 1911 in Henrietta Township, Richland County, Wisconsin. He was the son of Ray and Ruby (Graves) Richardson.

He attended country school in Wisconsin, and high school in Davenport, Iowa. He was a graduate of Cornell College and the Presbyterian Theological Seminary at the University of Dubuque, with graduate work done at Chicago University.

Clarence married icon Margaret McClure on November 20, 1931. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Marjorie and Marvin.

Throughout his life Clarence was a pioneer in the ministry of the church, and a pillar of his community. Over his life, Clarence served congregations in Amboy, Minnesota; Algona, Iowa; Chicago Illinois; and Storm Lake, Iowa. On June 5, 2005, he celebrated the 67th anniversary of his ordination. He held offices in the Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly. He spent eight years as a member and Director of Stewardship of the General Assembly staff, with offices in the Inter-Church Center in New York City. It was there that he wrote and directed the funding campaigns for the Presbyterian denomination’s 2,200 congregations.

Clarence was instrumental in recognizing the need for camping facilities, and thereby securing 37acres of lakeshore property on the northwest side of Okoboji for the Sioux City Presbytery. It continues to be used today as a Presbyterian Camp.

Clarence returned much to his community, serving tirelessly in many capacities. He was a staunch supporter of Buena Vista University, serving as vice-president for the development of Buena Vista College, a member of the Board of Trustees, and involved with President Henry Olson’s Executive Committee. He was also involved as a member of The Order of the Arch. He was a member on the Buena Vista County Hospital Board and helped to organize the “Foundation”. Clarence recently served as advisor for the community campaign for building and refurbishing the health center. He was also a participant of the Buena Vista Habitat for Humanity Board and a long-time member of Storm Lake’s Hy-Noon Kiwanis.

Clarence retired from the active ministry in 1978, as Pastor Emeritas and he and Margaret made their home in Storm Lake and enjoyed wintering in Weslaco, Texas.

Clarence will be remembered as an honorable servant of the church, a man of faith, an energetic force for community good. A devoted family man, he will be remembered with love and missed by all those who knew him.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Marjorie and husband Larry Porter of Des Moines, Iowa; son Marvin and wife LaVon Richardson of Storm Lake; grandchildren: Loren Porter of Des Moines, Iowa; Timothy (Debbie) Hansen of Spokane, Washington; Debbie and Anne Hansen of Des Moines, Iowa; Kevin (Mary) Richardson of Hillsboro, Oregon; Kimberly (Sean) Mish of Tigard, Oregon; great-grandchildren: Erin and Luke Hansen, Simone and Alex Richardson, Kira and Zoe Mish, Joshua, Ashley, Brandon, and Paige Hansen-Signs. He will be missed by a personal friend, Dorothy Weitzel.

Clarence was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, on February 8, 1998; brother Robert; sister Margaret Bennett; granddaughter Mary Catherine; and son-in-law Reverend Doyle Hansen.

Dorothy Strawn

Dorothy Major Strawn, formerly of Port St. Lucie, Florida, died Sunday, March 26, 2006, in Storm Lake, Iowa at the age of 81.

She was born icon to Sidney H. and Aura Florence Alward Major in Chicago, Illinois, moving with her family to Storm Lake at an early age. Her older sister, Caroline Dryer of Austin, Texas, also died March 26, 2006.

Dorothy graduated from Storm Lake High School in 1942 and from Iowa State Teacher’s College in 1946, later teaching high school English in Galva and in Storm Lake.

She married icon Willis Strawn July 24, 1945, in Steele County, Minnesota, traveling with him to many destinations during his army career, including Germany. Willis and Dorothy had 2 sons, Willis II, and Robert. When Willis retired from the army in 1963, the family moved back to Storm Lake. Dorothy was active in the Buena Vista County Hospital Auxiliary and a volunteer for the Storm Lake Library. Along with many other volunteers, she assisted with moving all the books from the Carnegie Library to the new library building.

In September, 1972 Dorothy and Willis moved to a houseboat and sailed down the Mississippi River, through the Gulf of Mexico, and up the Atlantic Coast of Florida. In 1975 they settled in Stuart, Florida, where she was a volunteer for the Martin County Library. She served as Secretary and President of the Mariner Cay Property Owners Association. Dorothy was an avid reader, seamstress, and golfer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 54 years in 1999, son Robert in 2003 and brother-in-law Robert Dryer, 1984.

She is survived by her son Willis II (Karen) of Storm Lake; brother Dave (JoAnn), Hot Springs, Arkansas; grandson Willis III (Patty) Strawn, N. Sioux City, South Dakota; granddaughter Laura Beth (Tod) Stokes of Sioux City, Iowa; great-grandsons Willis IV and Jackson Strawn and Nathan Stokes; and several nieces and nephews. She is also remembered by her friend and caregiver Marian Maat and husband Richard Prince, of Fort Pierce, Florida.

Memorials in Dorothy’s honor will be made to BV County Community Foundation, c/o Bill Strawn, President, 3030 E. Lakeshore, Storm Lake, Iowa 50588.

Elnora Fitchett

Mrs. Elnora Fitchett, age 87, of Newell, Iowa died Monday, March 13, 2006 at Loring Hospital in Sac City, Iowa.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Newell, with Reverend David Schumann officiating. Burial will be in the Newell Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Newell on Wednesday, March 15, 2006 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., where the family will be present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Elnora Josephine Marie Fitchett was born icon on August 2, 1918 to William and Helene (Hammer) Just in Douglas Township in Sac County, Iowa. She lived with her family on a farm southeast of Newell; and attended Sac County Rural School and Newell Consolidated School. Elnora was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Newell. She remained a lifelong and faithful member, serving as a Bible School teacher and as member of the United Methodist Women. Elnora was also an active member of the Newell Odd Fellows and Rebekah Lodge in Newell for 60 years.

On December 28, 1936, Elnora was united in marriage to LeRoy Thomas Fitchett at the Methodist Parsonage in Storm Lake. Their union was blessed with two children: Beverly Kay and Barbara Mae. They made their home on a farm southeast of Newell.

Elnora was a proud member of the Newell community. She baked and decorated wedding cakes for 40 years, and ran the E&L Café in Newell for 8 years. Elnora and her husband, LeRoy, also had a catering business for 20 years. She enjoyed baking cakes for her children and grandchildren.

Her family was very special to her and she loved to have them visit. Her family’s annual summer reunion was always a source of happiness for Elnora. For the past four years Elnora took great pleasure getting together monthly with all her sisters. She enjoyed the many visits by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Elnora is survived by her husband, LeRoy Fitchett of Newell; two daughters: Beverly Morris of Milford and Barbara Helman of Peterson; ten grandchildren: Don Wise of Sioux City, Linda (David) Nase of Milford, Nancy (Jason) Peterson of Sutherland, Brian (Ann) Wise of Newell, Jennifer (Dick) Bennett of Rembrandt, Alicia (Matthew) McDaneld of El Dorado, Kansas, Sherry (Jason) Langschwager of Wayne, Nebraska, Penny (Keith) Elder of Orange City, Rachel Helman of Ocala, Florida, and Sarah (Wesley) Purvis of Duluth, Minnesota; and 18 great-grandchildren: Jacob, Andrew, Daniel, and Heather Nase, Christopher Wise, Aaron Jansen, Cole and Corinne Wise, Paige and Marlayna Bennett, Emmaline, Dominic, and Xavier McDaneld, Samantha and Zaylor Langschwager, Luke and Dawson Elder, and Dana Purvis; one brother: Merlin (Becky) Just of Tenaha, Texas; five sisters: Nelma Rix of Fonda, Donna (Leroy) Dirks of Fonda, Verna Mae (Dale) Miller of Newell, Myrna (Harry) Johnson of Fonda, and Helene Johnson of Lake City; as well as many other family members and a host of friends.

Elnora was preceded in death by her parents, William and Helene Just; four grandchildren: Diane Wise, Julie Wise, Luke Helman, and Angela Helman; one son-in-law: David Helman; two brothers: Norvin Just and Loren Just; and two brothers-in-law: Edward Rix and Allen Johnson; and one sister-in-law, Violet Just.

Gary A. Randall

Gary A. Randall, age 66, of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Friday, March 10, 2006 at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa, due to complications from a lengthy battle with cancer and emphysema.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 13, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, with Reverends Connie Spitzack and Mark Youngquist officiating. Interment will be in Storm Lake Cemetery in Storm Lake. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake on Sunday, March 12, 2006, where the family will be present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Gary was born icon November 17, 1939 in Spencer, Iowa to Marvin and Mildred (DeKoster) Randall. He received his primary and secondary education in the Sheldon Schools, where he graduated from high school in 1958. During his high school years, Gary was a stand-out basketball player for Sheldon High School, where he held several school records for scoring and rebounding. Following high school, he continued his education at Morningside College in Sioux City and at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, where he studied Business Management.

On October 21, 1962, Gary was united in marriage to Judy Barnes at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheldon. They were blessed with three children: Scott, Tammie and Tim.

In December 1962, Gary and Judy moved to Storm Lake when Arnold Motor Supply opened its Storm Lake location. After becoming manager in 1966, Gary continued to work for Arnold Motor Supply until 1983. From 1984 to 1986, Gary owned and operated his own sporting goods store, The Athletes Corner, in Storm Lake. Until he retired in March 2002, Gary worked in various sales positions, including 11 years in automotive sales at Fitzpatrick Auto Center and Rasmussen Ford in Storm Lake.

Gary was a sports fan all his life, enjoying playing or watching football, baseball, basketball and golf. He spent several years volunteering to coach for the Storm Lake Little League. He could always be seen sitting in the stands watching his children’s and grandchildren’s school and sports activities. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs fan.

Gary will be remembered as a loving husband and a devoted father and grandfather who would do anything for his family. He will be deeply missed by his family who loved him, and by his many friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 43 years, Judy of Storm Lake; son Scott and wife Gale Randall; a daughter, Tammie Swanson; and son Tim and wife Tracy Randall, all of Storm Lake; seven grandchildren: Derrick Randall, Bryce Husske, Brady Randall, Hayley Randall, Ali Swanson, Taylor Randall and Tanner Randall, all of Storm Lake; along with a host of extended family and many friends.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Mildred “Mickey” Randall and a sister, Sharon Carter.

George E. Tippy

George E. Tippy, age 77, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Saturday, April 22, 2006 at the Newell Good Samaritan Center following a brief illness.

Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at the United Methodist Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Jamie Cutler officiating. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is assisting the family with the arrangements. There will be no visitation.

George Edward Tippy was born icon January 22, 1929 in Cherokee, Iowa, the son of Roy Tippy and Marie (Fuhrman) Tippy. He attended Immaculate Conception School in Cherokee and graduated from high school in 1947. George served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean Conflict years. He was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado.

On January 29, 1955, George married icon Betty K. Holdren in Sutherland, Iowa. The couple moved to Storm Lake that same year. They were blessed with three children: a son, Ellis, and two daughters, Deborah and Marcia.

George worked as a meat cutter for Kingans, then Hy-Grade for 34 years until it closed. He then worked for Wilson Foods for nine years until his retirement. A loving husband and devoted father and grandfather, George will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory are his two daughters: Deborah K Siepka and husband Lucian of Cherokee, and Marcia Tippy of Storm Lake; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two brothers: Joseph Tippy and his wife Patricia of Saukville, Wisconsin and Mike Tippy of Cherokee; four sisters: Theresa Sefcik and husband Al of Pocahontas, Iowa; Agnes Day and Ruth Tippy, both of Cherokee; and Pat Miller of Cleghorn, Iowa; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

George was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; one sister, Margaret Mogenson; and his son, Ellis Tippy.

To honor George’s memory, his family requests that gifts be made to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.

Harold Stanton

Harold Stanton, age 102, longtime fire chief at Storm Lake, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 24, 2006 at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Duane Queen officiating. Burial will be in the Storm Lake Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, Thursday, March 23, 2006 at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, where the family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

Harold was born icon on March 26, 1903 in Storm Lake, Iowa to Clinton and Grace (West) Stanton. He would have celebrated his 103rd birthday in just five more days. He grew up in Storm Lake, attended school there and lived there his entire life.

Harold was united in marriage to Vyna Marie Manzer on December 31, 1925 in Storm Lake. The couple considered themselves blessed to adopt a daughter, Shirley Mae, on July 16, 1945. Vyna passed away on January 24, 1956.Harold later married icon Alma Peterson, who died in February of 1999.

For 41 years, Harold served the City of Storm Lake and the Storm Lake Fire Department. He was appointed by the City Council in April 1919. For the following nine years he drove fire trucks for the department. He was then appointed fire chief and served as chief for the next 32 years.

In the early years, one-day training schools for firemen were held in several northwest Iowa towns. In this connection, Stanton worked with Pat Murphy of the firemen’s training school in Ames, Iowa. He also worked with Chief Roy Tiller of Waterloo, Iowa; Chief H. J. Callahan of Fort Dodge, Iowa; Harry Corcoran of the Iowa Inspection Bureau, Des Moines, Iowa; and with Chief Charley Slade of Des Moines.

Stanton served as president of the Iowa Fire Chiefs Association for two years, and state vice president of the International Association of Fire Chiefs for five years. For several years, he served on the advisory board of the Ames fire school.

Governor George Wilson appointed Stanton chairman of Civil Defense for Buena Vista County. There were three awards given in Iowa for civil defense—Buena Vista County received one of them.

The Spencer fire in 1931 was one of the highlights of Stanton’s career; he took the Storm Lake fire trucks and his crew of firemen to help fight that disastrous fire. Harold retired from his firefighting career on August 1, 1960.

Harold was a member of Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, the Masons and the Elks Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and harness racing. He was a loving husband and devoted father and grandfather who will be missed daily by his family and all those who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Shirley (Harlen) Spidell of Carrollton, Texas; grandson Michael (Sandy) Spidell of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; grandson Scott (Terry) Spidell of Carrollton, Texas; great-grandchildren: Stacy Spidell, Matthew Spidell, Andrew Spidell, Logan Spidell, Samantha Spidell and Sydney Spidell; nephew Gary Stanton; extended family and friends.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Vyna; his second wife, Alma; brother Clifford Stanton; and several uncles and aunts.

Kenneth Johnson

Kenneth Johnson, age 57, of Topeka, Kansas, and formerly of Cherokee, Iowa, died on Thursday, March 16, 2006.

Funeral Service will be held Monday, March 20, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller, with Reverend David Lyons officiating. Burial with full military rites will be in the Schaller Cemetery.

Ken will lie in state at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake on Sunday, March 19, 2006, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. The family will receive visitors between 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Ken was born icon on January 16, 1949, in Le Mars, Iowa, to Gustav and Ruth Johnson. Ken received his primary and secondary education in the Schaller School and graduated from Schaller High School in 1967. He continued his education at Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls, Iowa, where he received his associate degree. He was awarded a B.A. in accounting from Fort Lauderdale University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

On April 22, 1972, Ken was united in marriage to Peggy Paulsen in Storm Lake, Iowa. They were blessed with two sons, Scott and Ryan.

Ken served his country with honor in the United States Army from 1971 until 1973. He was employed as a C.P.A. by Ryun Givens and Company in Cherokee, Iowa; later moving to Colby, Kansas where he was employed by Kennedy and Coe. Ken held the position of Dean of Fiscal Affairs with Colby Community College from 1989 to 2004. After moving back to Cherokee, Iowa, in the fall of 2004, Ken was employed with Burkhart and Dawson CPA’s prior to being diagnosed with cancer.

Ken was active in his community, having served as chairman and member of the board of directors of Medical Alternatives in Colby; on the advisory committee of Citizens Medical Center in Colby; and was a former member of Rotary International in Colby. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He enjoyed playing golf, woodworking and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Ken will be remembered as a loving husband and devoted father and grandfather. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Peggy of Topeka, Kansas; sons Scott (Julie) Johnson and Ryan (Tabitha) Johnson, both of Topeka; grandchildren Andrew Johnson, Travis Johnson and Kyleigh Johnson, all of Topeka; mother Ruth Johnson of Storm Lake, Iowa; sisters Carol Regennitter of Vancouver, Washington and Elaine Georg of Fort Dodge, Iowa; and brother Roger Johnson of Spencer, Iowa.

Ken was preceded in death by his father, Gustav Johnson, two sisters and his granddaughter, Emma Grace Johnson.

Memorial contributions may be made to Colby Community College Endowment Association or the American Cancer Society.

Loy Chaiyawong

Loy Chaiyawong, 38, of Storm Lake, Iowa passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2006 at the Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

Traditional Buddhist Rites were held at Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home on Saturday, April 8, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Burial was on Sunday, April 9, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Storm Lake Cemetery. Visitation was held at Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake on Friday, April 7, 2006 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Loy was born icon to Bunthan and Phan Chaiyawong on September 9, 1967 in Laos. He attended high school in Laos. He and his family left Laos in 1976 and went to Thailand until 1989 when they then came to America.

He first resided in Sioux City, Iowa, then moved to Stockton, California, and came to Storm Lake in 1993 where he worked at IBP, which is currently known as Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.

Loy was a quiet and friendly person who loved his family and friends and enjoyed playing the guitar, hunting, and fishing. You will be missed by family and friends.

Loy is survived by his dad, Bunthan; his mom, Phan; and his five brothers: Chanla in Laos, Tha, Keuy, Noi, and Koud of Storm Lake.

May your soul rest in peace.

Leon E. Ohrlund

Leon E. Ohrlund, age 78, of Storm Lake, Iowa, was called home to his Lord and Savior from the Newell Good Samaritan Center on Thursday, March 30, 2006.

Funeral services will be held Monday, April 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, with Pastors Connie Spitzack and Mark Youngquist officiating. Burial will be in the Storm Lake Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Fratzke and Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake.

Friends may call on Sunday, April 2, 2006 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Fratzke and Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, where the family will be present from 6:00-8:00p.m.

Leon Ernest Ohrlund, the son of Victor J. and Alma Louise (Rognas) Ohrlund, was born icon May 3, 1927 in Des Moines, Iowa. Leon was baptized on June 12, 1927 at St. John Lutheran Church in Des Moines. He moved with his family to Webster City, Iowa and then to Iowa Falls, Iowa, where he was confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church on April 6, 1941. He graduated from Iowa Falls High School with the Class of 1945. While in school and after he worked for Rich Rose Service Station. Leon attended Ellsworth Community College and then worked in the bookkeeping department of Hoxie Fruit Company in Iowa Falls. He served approximately two years in the United States Navy during World War II.

He married icon Harriet Westwick August 18, 1947. Leon worked in the office of Des Moines Drug Company, later becoming a sales representative for them and moved to Carroll, Iowa. For many years he faithfully called on pharmacies and convenience stores in northwest Iowa.

Leon moved to Storm Lake and on October 29, 1966 married icon Marvel Fix. He worked with her, operating the Culligan Water Treatment plant in Storm Lake. Together they expanded the franchise from one to four counties. Leon was a tireless worker, often driving to Omaha for supplies and returning to put in a full day at the plant.

Leon was a member of V. F. W. and he enjoyed traveling. He suffered a mild stroke after Marvel’s death in 1999 and dementia became a downhill battle for Leon. He entered the Newell Good Samaritan Center, where his quick wit kept the staff laughing.

Preceding Leon in death were his mother and father; his wife, Marvel; and his sister, Donna Lou (Walter, Jr.) Huber.

He leaves to mourn his son, Bruce (Linda) Ohrlund of Rock Island, Illinois; his step-son, Rick (Becky) Fix of Storm Lake; step-daughter, Jane (Steve) Culbertson of Storm Lake; grandchildren: Holly (Chris) Svendsen-Reap, Tyler Culbertson, Kelly Fix and Casey Fix; his brother, Robert (Dorothy) Ohrlund of Storm Lake; sister-in-law Roma (Robert) Lovett of Ida Grove; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Mary L. Biede

Mary L. Biede, age 56, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Monday, March 13, 2006 at her home in Storm Lake, Iowa.

Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 17, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Bruce Lawler officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Storm Lake.

Friends may call at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake on Thursday, March 16, 2006 from 3:00–8:00 p.m., where family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00. A Legion of Mary Rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. and a parish vigil service will be held at 7:00 p.m.

Mary Louise Poeckes was born icon on October 19, 1949 in Grinnell, Iowa to John Henry and Doris (Bourne) Poeckes. She received her elementary education in Storm Lake at St. Mary’s Catholic Schools. She attended high school in Ames, graduating with the Class of 1967 from Ames High School. She elected to continue her education at Northwest Missouri State receiving her bachelor’s degrees in Physical Education in 1971.

On May 12, 1973, Mary was united in marriage to Hank Biede at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Ames, Iowa. They were blessed with two children, Peter and Matthew.

Mary was an active member of her community and church. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and St. Mary’s Athletic Booster Club. Her other interests and organizations included: President of Ladies Golf League at Storm Lake Municipal Golf Course, golfing, playing cards and gardening. She spent many hours beautifying her home and yard.

Over the years, Mary strived to make a warm and comfortable home for her family. She cherished the time spent with them and found much pride in her sons’ accomplishments. Her love of children was evident as she cooked many years at Headstart.

She was a loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother who made each child and grandchild feel special. Her presence will be missed in the lives of all those who knew and loved her.

Left to cherish Mary’s memory are her husband of 32 years, Hank of Storm Lake; sons: Peter Biede of Storm Lake and Matthew Biede and his wife Jessica of Storm Lake; grandson, Caden Biede of Storm Lake; brother Michael Poeckes and his wife Barbara of Colorado Springs, Colorado; many other family members and a host of friends and colleagues.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents.

Marilyn Christensen

Marilyn Marie Christensen, age 67, of Newell, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2006, at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 19th, at the Congregational Church in Newell. Burial will be at the Newell Cemetery under the direction of the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home.

Visitation is from 4:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 18th, at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Newell.

Marilyn was born icon January 2, 1939, in Creston, Iowa, Union County, to Ronald Cline and Claudine (Rimmer) Cline. She was confirmed in the Methodist Church, grew up in the Newell area, and graduated from Newell High School in 1957. Following graduation she went on to business school in Fort Dodge and worked in Waterloo.

On December 29, 1957, Marilyn was united in marriage to James Christensen. This great marriage was blessed with two children, Mike and Glennys. She was a member of First Congregational Church most of her life and served on the Church Board in many ways. One of her many activities in Newell was serving on the Friends of the Library Board.

She was office manager at Buena Vista Medical Clinic for 22 years, and worked at the Farber & Otteman and Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Homes for the past seven years.

Marilyn had many hobbies! Her favorite being quilting and enjoying so many special friends met through quilting groups. The greatest though was doing things with family and friends. She loved cooking and baking for parties and social gatherings. Nobody was a stranger to Marilyn; she loved to visit with people and had a wonderful sense of humor. Her love of life with family and friends was always highest on the list.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Jim; son Mike Christensen and wife Kelly of Canton, SD; daughter, Glennys Hirsh and husband Craig of Omaha, NE; four grandchildren: Alex and Abby Christensen, and Judy and Ian Hirsh; her father, Ronald Cline of Casa Grande, AZ; brother, Jim Cline and wife Kathi of Phoenix, AZ; sister, Marie Fibelstad and husband Dale of Storm Lake, IA; extended family members; and a host of friends.

Her mother, Claudine Cline, preceded Marilyn in death.

Raymond Bunger

Raymond Bunger, age 92, of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Thursday, March 30, 2006 at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Connie Spitzak officiating. On Sunday, April 2, 2006, a memorial service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church in Tripoli, Iowa at 2:00 p.m., with graveside military rites and interment to follow in the Grace Lutheran Cemetery in Tripoli, with Reverend Miles Renaas officiating. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home of Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call one hour prior to service time at the church on Saturday, April 1, 2006 in Storm Lake, or one hour prior to service time at the church in Tripoli on Sunday, April 2, 2006.

Raymond Heinrich Wilhelm Bunger was born icon on September 9, 1913, the first son of Edward Bunger and Emma (Liebau) Bunger. He was baptized on October 5, 1913 and confirmed on April 1, 1928 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Readlyn, Iowa. Ray grew up in rural Bremer county, attended school in Fremont Township, and graduated from Tripoli High School on May 20, 1932. He attended Wartburg College.

On October 4, 1940, Ray was united in marriage to Mavis Laura Selck.

Ray proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Army Air Corps from1943 – 45. He was assigned to the 7th Air Force, 494th Bomb Group (Heavy) supporting Pacific Theater missions in Hawaii, Saipan, Okinawa, Tinian, and Guam. Shortly after V-J Day, September 2, 1945, Ray was honorably discharged wth the rank of Sergeant. He returned to Tripoli and was employed at Hasbrouck-Voetmann Lumberyard until 1960. Ray and his wife, Mavis, owned and operated Ray’s Clothiers and Cleaners in Tripoli from 1960 - 1988. He enjoyed gardening, singing in the church choir, and community work.

Ray served as President of the Tripoli School Board, St. John (Grace) Lutheran Church and was involved in the Commercial Club, Maple Hills Country Club, Wapsie Sportsmans Club, Lutheran Brotherhood and the Tripoli Library Board. He was a member of the American Legion Post and served as chaplain of the V.F.W. Post. Ray was active in the congregation of Grace Lutheran Church in Tripoli, and was a member of the choir for over 40 years. After the passing of Mavis, his wife for 58 years, Ray moved to Storm Lake, Iowa in 1998, where he was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church and a cherished resident of his retirement community.

Ray is preceded by his wife, Mavis; his parents, Edward and Emma Bunger; five brothers: Lorenz, Milton, Edward, William and Kenneth Bunger; and one sister, Florence Strom.

Left to treasure his memory are three children and their spouses: Dixon and Rachel Bunger of Corinth, Texas, Bruce and Beth Bunger of Flowood, Mississippi, Wende and Dan Douglas of Storm Lake, Iowa; five grandchildren: Mark and Kristina Bunger of San Francisco, California; Todd Bunger and Sanna Luning of Stockholm, Sweden; Alison, Heather and Peter Douglas of Storm Lake, Iowa; five great-grandchildren: Wilhelm, Signe, and Loke Bunger of Stockholm Sweden; Laura and Elsa Bunger of San Francisco, California; and one brother, Burton Bunger of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and many nieces and nephews.

Ray will be remembered with great love and missed dearly by his family and friends.

Richard Inman

Richard Inman, age 85, of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Saturday, March 18, 2006 at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, March 23, 2006 at Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Storm Lake, with Reverend Duane Queen officiating. Burial will be in the Buena Vista Memorial Park Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements.

Visitation will be from 4-8:00 pm, Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake, where the family will greet friends from 7-8:00 pm.

Richard Royce Inman was born icon in Storm Lake on April 21, 1920 to Clifford and Nellie (Bair) Inman. He spent his childhood in Storm Lake and attended school there, graduating from Storm Lake High School with the Class of 1937. He continued his education at Buena Vista College in Storm Lake for another year.

On June 9, 1939, Richard was united in marriage to Doris Laurene Sundberg at her parents’ home in Linn Grove. They were blessed with two sons, James and David. Richard and Doris would have celebrated 67 years together this year on their wedding anniversary in June.

World War II came and Richard enlisted to serve his country during the war years. He was honorably discharged on March 25, 1946.

Richard was an electrician by trade until his retirement. He was a member of the Izaak Walton League, the local rifle club and the AmVets in Storm Lake. Richard was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian faith, baptized as an infant and a member at Lakeside Presbyterian in Storm Lake at the time of his death. He also served his church as an Elder.

Richard had many interests. He enjoyed antique automobiles, especially his 1937 Ford. He also liked motorcycles and was a student of aviation. He liked the great outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and traveling. He was a loving husband and a devoted father and grandfather who will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Doris of Storm Lake; son James Inman of St. Petersburg, Florida; son David Inman of Storm Lake; granddaughter Stephanie (Brian) Johnson of Sehastopal, California; great-granchildren Ali, Mitchell and Andrew, all of Sehastopal, California; brother-in-law John D. (Margaret) Sundberg of Eagle Grove, Iowa; sister-in-law Donna (Arnie) Hicks of Linn Grove, Iowa; extended family and a host of friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Nellie Inman and his grandparents.

Selma Zalesky

Mrs. Selma Irene “Sally” Zalesky, age 83, of Columbia, South Carolina and formerly of Storm Lake, Iowa died Saturday, March 4, 2006.

Local graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2006 at the Storm Lake Cemetery with assistance from the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake.

Services for Mrs. Zalesky, wife of the late Charles Joseph Zalesky, were held Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at Windsor Lake United Methodist Church in Columbia, South Carolina. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Charles Zalesky memorial Scholarship Fund, Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, Iowa 50588.

Born in Madison, Wisconsin, Mrs. Zalesky was the daughter of the late Louis and Sarah Hovland Groning. She was a member of Eastern Star, Faculty Dames of Buena Vista University, PEO, and was the events coordinator for the Storm Lake Arts Council. She was a member of the Windsor Lake United Methodist Church.

Surviving are daughters and sons-in-law, Sarah and Robert J. O’Brien of Columbia, South Carolina and Jackie and Gary Giese of Maryville, Tennessee; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Vernon Skow

Vernon Skow, age 79, of Schaller, Iowa, died Monday, March 6, 2006 at his home.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, March 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Schaller United Methodist Church, with Reverend Terry Pollard officiating. Burial will be in the Schaller Cemetery. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2006 at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller, where the family will be present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Vernon Clarence Skow was born icon October 4, 1926 at Ida Grove, Iowa to Marineus J. and Essie Dell (Mills) Skow. When he was a small boy, his family moved to Galva, where he received his education in the Galva school.

Vern heard his country’s call during World War II, and he joined the United States Army in 1944. He served honorably until his discharge in 1946. Always a patriot, Vern was a lifetime member of the VFW.

On April 13, 1945, Vern was united in marriage to Helen Rowe in Cherokee, Iowa. They were blessed with three daughters, Carol, Cynthia, Cassandra and a son, Charles. The couple moved to Schaller in 1955, and that is where Vern lived until his death. Vern and Helen would have been married icon 61 years next month.

When Vern returned home after his service in the Army, he went to work at Hy-Grade packing company in Storm Lake, and joined local union 191. He stayed there for 32 years until he retired. After his retirement, he worked at the Schaller and Cook cemeteries, and also opened the Love Crafter Hobby Shop. Vern was an avid trap shooter and was well-known at a number of gun clubs around the area.

Family was always Vern’s first priority, He was a loving husband as well as a devoted and proud father and grandfather. He will be missed daily by those who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Helen of Schaller; daughter Carol (Robert) Pulju of Sioux City, Iowa; daughter Cynthia Rath (Larry Armstrong) of Sioux City, Iowa; grandchildren: Kaylene (Joe) Watterson of Alton, Iowa; Jennifer (Travis) Barclay of Sioux City, Iowa; Jeannie (Mike) Visotski of Sioux City, Iowa; and Heather Canales of South Sioux City, Nebraska; great-grandchildren: Ronald Alex and Julie Anne Watterson; Michael, Kayla and Allen Visotski; Travis, Jr. and Brookelynn Barclay; and Victoria Canales; brother Robert (JoAnne) Skou of Schaller; extended family and many friends.

Vern was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Cassandra, son Charles, son-in-law Ronald Angerman, son-in-law Pfc Frank Krebs, brothers David, Eldon, and Verdean, and sister Beverly Eldred.

Wayne Sutherland

Wayne Sutherland, age 85, of Schaller, Iowa died Monday, April 17, 2006 at the Holstein Good Samaritan Center in Holstein, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 19, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller, Iowa, with Pastor David Lyons officiating. Burial will be in the Cook Township Cemetery near Schaller. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller is in charge of the arrangements.

Friends may call Tuesday, April 18, 2006 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Schaller, where the family will be present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Wayne was born icon June 13, 1920 in rural Schaller to Earl and Maude (Miller) Sutherland. Wayne received his elementary education in a country school followed by high school at the Schaller Public School, from which he graduated in 1937. Wayne served his country during WW II in the Army Air Corps.

He married icon Deva Behrends on May 25, 1946 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Their union was blessed with two sons, Keith and Kent. Wayne and Deva would have been married icon 60 years in May of this year.

Wayne spent most of his life farming. He held several sales and other jobs after he quit farming in 1972. Wayne loved trail rides, horse shows, parades and any other activity connected with horses. He was a member and past president of various local saddle clubs. He was a faithful member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Schaller, where he once served as president of the congregation and for many years taught Sunday School. He drove a school bus after he retired from full-time work. A loving husband and devoted father and grandfather, Wayne will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his wife, Deva, of Schaller; son Kent and wife Brenda Carns; son Keith and wife Patricia Sutherland; grandchildren: Joshua Sutherland of Fort Collins, Colorado; Will Sutherland of Juneau, Alaska; Ashley and Elizabeth Sutherland of Sioux City, Iowa; one great-granddaughter, Calli Mueller; sister-in-law Darlene and husband Darwin Kroske of Pomeroy, Iowa; brother-in-law Lester Behrends of Siren, Wisconsin and sister-in-law Darlene Behrends of Pomeroy, Iowa; extended family and friends.

Wayne is preceded in death by his parents and infant granddaughter, Christine Jill.

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