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Inez Anna Bohrn, age 84 of Williamsburg, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 10, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Services: 10:30 A.M. Monday, February 14, 2011, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Williamsburg with Rev. Carl Cloeter officiating. Burial: St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Williamsburg. Visitation: 4 to 8 P.M. Sunday, February 13, 2011 at St. Paul Lutheran Fellowship Hall. Memorials may be contributed to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Williamsburg or Hospice of Iowa City. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Inez is survived by her husband Myron; three sons, Rodger and wife Cynthia of Williamsburg, Richard and wife Nancy of Iowa City and Randy of North English; six grandchildren, Joshua Bohrn of West Des Moines, Angela Hilleman (Kirk) of State Center, Michael Bohrn (Cindy) of Ladora, Jennifer Palmer (Dean) of North Liberty, Jeremy Davies (Dawn) of Williamsburg and Deanna Bohrn of Keswick; twelve great grandchildren, Kayte and Natalie Bohrn of West Des Moines, Brooke and Jordan Hilleman of State Center, Kelsie, Kylie, and Derek Bohrn of Ladora, Courtney, Alexis and Tyler Mapel of North Liberty, Trenton Davies of Williamsburg and Davin Harper of Keswick. Also surviving are two brothers Eldon Doehrmann (Donna) of Williamsburg and Marven Doehrmann (Mary) of Tiffin. She was preceded in death by a son Rick Bohrn, her parents, and two brothers, Helmer and Clarence Doehrmann.
Inez Anna Amalie Doehrmann was born September 25, 1926 in York Township, Iowa County, Iowa, the daughter of Henry Helmer Doehrmann and Hermine Sophie Newkirk Doehrmann. She attended the York Township and Immanuel schools and married Myron Richard Bohrn on September 25, 1951 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Williamsburg. Besides being a mother and homemaker, Inez worked as a nurses’ aid at the Williamsburg Care Center for 18 years, retiring in 1989. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Williamsburg, and served on the Altar Guild. Inez enjoyed the Blue Grass Festival and square dancing. She also liked to play cards, especially Sheep Head. Her family was very important to her and she found great pleasure in spending time with and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
H. Eugene Danskin, age 92 of Marengo, died Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at the Marengo Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services: 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 12, 2011, First United Methodist Church, Marengo with Rev. Katie Dawson officiating. Burial will be in the Marengo Cemetery. Visitation: 12:00 noon until 2:00, Saturday at the church. Memorials may be contributed to First United Methodist Church or the Marengo Memorial Hospital. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
He is survived by two sons, David of Coralville, and Jon and wife Julie of St. Paul, MN; and two grandchildren, Emma Danskin and Erik Danskin and wife Lauren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Arleen in 2006, a brother Frank, a sister Helen Messer, and a half-brother Dick Fiester.
Harry Eugene Danskin was born September 7, 1918 in Marengo, Iowa, the son of Harry G. Danskin and Emma V. McKusker Danskin. He graduated from Marengo High School in 1935 and married Arleen Marie Madison on December 26, 1941 in Kirksville, MO. The couple farmed for many years. They moved from the farm into Marengo in 2001. Eugene was a member of First United Methodist Church, Marengo, where he was very active in earlier years. He also belonged to the Farm Bureau. He enjoyed his card clubs and was an avid Hawkeye fan.
Orville W. Mumby, age 97 of Marengo, died Monday, February 7, 2011 at Highland Ridge Care Center in Williamsburg, Iowa. Private Family Graveside Services will be held. There will be no visitation. A memorial fund has been established. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Orville is survived by his wife of 69 years, Florence of Williamsburg; a son, Larry O. Mumby and wife Mary of Denver, Iowa; two grandsons, Adam Mumby of Waterloo and Chris Mumby of Marion. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Lloyd and Vernon Mumby and a sister Gretchen Kinzenbaw.
Orville Walter Mumby was born October 15, 1913 in rural Ladora, Iowa, the son of Walter and Gertrude Close Mumby. He received his education in the Ladora schools and married Florence Linda Gates on August 3, 1941. He was a lifelong resident of Iowa County and farmed until 1976. He and Florence continued to live at the farm near Ladora where they had resided since March 1949. In 2009, the couple left the farm and moved to Highland Ridge in Williamsburg. In retirement Orville was busy watching and talking farming with his family and friends. He also spent time entertaining his grandsons on their many trips to stay at the farm.
Orville Mumby was a proud man who lived off the land and worked very hard every day to provide for his family and take care of Florence in the later years of their lives. He was as patient as he was calm. He may have had bad days in life but you would never know that when you spoke with him.
Jerome Russell “Jerry” Miller, age 63 of Marengo, died Thursday, February 3, 2011. Funeral Services: 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 11, 2011, First Presbyterian Church, Marengo, with Rev. Gerald Rife officiating. Burial will be in Inland Cemetery, Bennett, Iowa. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 P.M. Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo. A memorial fund has been established.
Jerome Russell Miller “Jerry” was born July 15, 1947, at Davenport, Iowa, the son of Russell and Eldora Reeve Miller. He attended the Bennett Community School and graduated from Iowa Valley High School in Marengo in 1965. He went on and graduated from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, with a degree in accounting. His work history included vice-president of Fairfield Line Inc.; president of Brookville Glove Co.; business manager for Cedar County Workshop and accountant for Cole County Residential Services.
Jerry enjoyed the out-of-doors, especially hunting, fishing, trapshooting and motorcycling. He was a member of Westminister Presbyterian Church in Versailles, MO. Jerry was married to Diane Scott in 1967 and was blessed with two children, Melissa and Brian.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Diane; daughter Melissa Biundo and husband David of Weston, Wisconsin; son, Brian Miller and wife Kristen of Marengo; three granddaughters, Taylor and Mackenzie Biundo of Weston and Emilee Miller of Marengo; his brother Del Miller and wife Jan of Manhattan, KS, and two nephews, Tad Miller of Wichita and Todd Miller of Manhattan. He was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew Troy Miller in 2004.
Mary Elizabeth Becker, age 75 of Marion, formerly of Marengo, died Saturday morning, February 5, 2011 at her home from complications of cancer. Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, February 9, 2011, First United Methodist Church, Marengo. Burial will be in St. Patrick’s and Paul’s Cemetery, Watkins. Visitation: 4 to 8 P.M. Tuesday, February 8, 2011, Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo. A memorial fund has been established.
She is survived by her daughters, Joyce Kitson (Mike) of Marengo, Theresa Anderson (Tom) of Lynnville and Gail Bailey (Maurice) of Marengo; five grandchildren, Jim Kitson (Yuka), Chris Kitson (John Kearbey), Wesley Reinhardt, Jr. (Chantal), Susie Coonrod (Brent) and Katie Becker; five great-grandchildren, Makayla, Anthony, Katrina, Elias “E.J.” and Xander and one due to arrive in March. Also surviving is a brother Louis Knapp, Jr. (Marge) of Marengo.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Raymond Knapp, a sister Betty Herman, and two infant daughters, Karen and Elizabeth.
Mary Elizabeth Knapp was born March 10, 1935 in rural Springville, Iowa, the daughter of Louis Edward and Rosey Schley Knapp. She received her early education in the Linn County and Marion schools and attended high school in Norway and Conroy. She received her high school diploma from Kirkwood High School in 1986. Mary married Michael W. Becker on October 23, 1952 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Marengo. The couple later divorced. She married Myron “Ron” Miller and they later divorced. Mary worked at the Amana Woolen Mills, Collins Radio and Amana Refrigeration. She also worked for over 20 years as a baker for several Amana restaurants and the farmers’ markets. Pies were her specialty. Mary was a member of the Marengo American Legion Auxiliary and the Cowboy Church in Shueyville.
Kathryn Elizabeth McCallister went Home to be with her Lord and Savior, and joined her husband and all her loved ones already in Heaven, on Friday, February 4, 2011, after a ten year heroic and gracious struggle with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. She had reached the age of 94 years, 1 month and 13 days. Funeral Services: 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, February 8, 2011, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Williamsburg with Rev. James Parks officiating. Burial: Pilot Grove Cemetery, Williamsburg. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Monday, February 7, 2011 at the church. A memorial fund has been established. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of the arrangements.
Kathryn is survived by two sons, George, Jr. of Parnell and Dan (Kathy) of Williamsburg; a daughter, Angie McCallister of Williamsburg; six grandchildren, Carrie Meade (Joe) of Parnell, Emmy Quaintance (Eric) of Solon, Kati Friederichs (Andy) of Fort Worth, TX, Dustin McCallister of Austin, TX, Jeremy Mumm and Tammy Larson, both of Williamsburg; seven great-grandchildren; Austin and Allison Quaintance, McCall, Olivia, Gable and Max Meade, and Sophia Friederichs. Also surviving is a brother Donald Hadenfeldt (Rebecca) of Williamsburg. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George in 2007, a sister Larene Coover, two brothers, Ervin and Kenneth Hadenfeldt and a grandson Nathan Wiebold.
Kathryn Elizabeth Hadenfeldt was born December 21, 1916 in Marengo, Iowa, the daughter of Julius Marcus and Minnie Marie Gorsh Hadenfeldt. She graduated from Marengo High School in 1935, and immediately began her teaching career. She continued her studies while teaching and received her bachelor’s degree from William Penn College in 1968. Kathryn married George McCallister on February 16, 1940 in Marengo, Iowa. Besides helping her husband on the farm, Kathryn taught in the Iowa County schools in the Williamsburg area for many years, the most recent being Parnell Elementary School. Following her retirement from teaching, she worked in the nursing home and also for various businesses in the community. Kathryn enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. She was very fond of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and enjoyed attending their activities. She was very social and enjoyed getting out to the many community events and entertainment.
Kathryn was an amazing woman, devoted wife, outstanding teacher, loving mother, grandmother and sister, and a trusted and loyal friend. She had a tremendous work ethic, endless energy and a love of whatever she was doing. It was like she never slept-- she didn’t want to miss a minute of life. She was one of a kind, and will leave many with an empty space in their heart. She had a beautiful smile for all and will be truly missed.
Bernadine Marie Hall, age 85 of Brooklyn, died Thursday, February 3, 2011 at the Grinnell Regional Medical Center. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 7, 2011, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Shepley and Fr. Richard Okumu officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Brooklyn. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be contributed to Camp Courageous. Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn is in charge of arrangements.
Bernadine is survived by her sons, Terry Hall (Germaine) and Craig Hall (Connie) all of Brooklyn; eight grandchildren, Tony Hall (Kelly) of Grinnell, Doug Hall (Sandi) of Marissa, IL, Laurie Gerard (Brett) of Victor, Kurt Hall of Brooklyn, Robert Hall (Crystal) of Victor, Angie Princehouse (Chad) of Toledo, Archie Hall (Anne) of Victor and Amy Rider (Chris) of Urbana; and eighteen great-grandchildren, Brandon and Kayla Hall, Brandon and Chelsea Weekley, Danielle Hall, Tyler Johner, Dayna, Shelby, Jamie and Cassidy Gerard, Jocelyn Hall, Josie and Ashlyn Hall, Garrett and Laney Princehouse, Brock and Brody Hall and Owen Rider. Also surviving are two sisters, Patsy Seye, and Yvonne Hawkins (Dale) of Brooklyn. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lloyd in 2001, and a son Allen in 2009.
Bernadine Marie LaKose was born July 1, 1925 in rural Victor, Iowa, the daughter of Charles Phillip LaKose and Flora Maria Dalle LaKose. She received her education in the Warren Township #9 School. Bernadine was united in marriage to Lloyd LeRoy Hall on March 10, 1947 at St. Patrick’s Rectory, Brooklyn, Iowa. Bernadine loved her family. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, canning and bird watching. She loved playing the organ and also loved to dance. She especially enjoyed baking for her grandchildren.
James V. Mead, age 96, of Marengo, died Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at West Ridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids, IA. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 5, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo, Iowa. Burial will be in the Marengo Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday, 10:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established to benefit Kent Park, Johnson County, Iowa.
He is survived by a son James W. Mead and wife Barb of Cedar Rapids; two daughters, Emma Ensign and husband Wes of Fremont, CA and Judy Jones and husband Jeff of Lisbon; four grandchildren, James Mead of Brighton, England, Katherine Coffee of Berkley, CA, Jeff Jones II, and Jason Jones, both of Cedar Rapids; and five great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Olive, and his wife Leliah; his siblings, Francis Henry Mead, Lou Ella Mary Schultz, Ida Mae Larson, Robert Mead, Sherman Mead, Laura Bolt, Irene McEnery, Lucille Hirchert, Edward Mead, Fern Grondeschek; and his close friend, Ruth Rotter.
James Vernon “Jim” Mead was born June 3, 1914 in Brunsville, Iowa, the son of James Francis and Emma Winchester Mead. He attended the LeMars, Iowa schools. Jim was a self-employed painting contractor for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and traveling.
Maryann Roth, age 82, of Brooklyn, died Monday, January 10, 2011 at the Grinnell Regional Medical Center. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 15, 2011, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Brooklyn with Fr. Philip Ryan officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Brooklyn. Visitation: 4 to 8 P.M. Friday, January 14, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. A memorial fund has been established.
Maryann is survived by a son, Lynn Roth of Brooklyn, two daughters, Laurie Henning (Jeff) of Marengo, and Lisa Alexander of Brooklyn; eleven grandchildren, Tony Roth (Staci), Tracy Roth, Destiny Van Hauen (John), Nicole Roth, Antoinetta Purk (Bob), Calvin Korns, Dustin Henning, Nate Alexander, Tara Alexander, Colton Alexander, and Cheyanne Alexander; twelve great-grandchildren, Ryan, Scott, Nikki, Zackary, Ashley, Annastacia, Savanna, Ella, Dalton, Lucas, Brydon and Dominic; and two great-great grandchildren, Mason and Haydlee. Also surviving are a brother Donald Williamson (Elaine) of Atkins and two sisters, Irene Criswell of Newton and Linda Davis of Ladora.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Leonard Roth, two sons, LaVerne Roth, and Loren Roth in infancy; a brother Everett Williamson, and a granddaughter, Jenny Korns.
Lola Maryann Williamson was born April 1, 1928 in rural Belle Plaine, Iowa, the daughter of Ronald Neal Williamson and Mable Marie Roudabush Williamson. She attending Hartwick High School and married Leonard Francis Roth on July 25, 1947 at St. Patrick’s Parsonage in Brooklyn. Over the years Maryann worked at Delongs in Grinnell, Amana Refrigeration for eight years, and the Char Du mat factory and Headly Fleshings as a seamstress. She was a member of the Brooklyn Fire Department Auxiliary, and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Brooklyn. Maryann enjoyed bowling and participated in the Couples Bowling League and other bowling leagues. Maryann loved bingo, sewing clothing, going dancing, fishing and camping, and coffee time. She especially enjoyed being in the garden and spending time outdoors.
