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Lyle Reed Nesselroad, age 86, of Brooklyn, died Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Brooklyn Community Estate. Funeral Services: 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 31, 2011, First Presbyterian Church, Brooklyn with Rev. John Reynolds, Jr. and Rev. Brad Braley officiating. Burial with military honors at Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Monday, May 30, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. Memorials may be contributed to the First Presbyterian Church, BGM Schools or Brooklyn Community Estate.
Lyle is survived by his son Neal of Des Moines; his daughter Nancee Cook (Jon) of Decorah; a son-in-law Reed Wykhuis (Carol) of Oostburg, WI; six grandchildren, Emily Smith (Kevin) of Sterling, VA, Grant Cook of Iowa City, Peter Wykhuis of New York City, Joe Wykhuis of Madison, WI, Brooke Cheek of Ankeny and Rachel Nesselroad of Ankeny. Also surviving are a sister, Mary Lou Hesse of Des Moines, a sister-in-law Marcia Braley of Brooklyn, and two brothers-in-law, Lowell Sherwood (Anedra) of Brooklyn and Scott Sherwood (Jeanne) of Davenport.
Lyle was preceded in death by his parents, Dode and Zola Reed Nesselroad, his wife Barbara in 2002, a daughter Nicole, a half-sister, Joyce Leib, his stepmother Lorna Nesselroad, and two brothers-in-law, Byard Braley and Bud Hesse.
Lyle Reed Nesselroad was born July 18, 1924 in rural Panora, Iowa, the son of Dode and Zola Reed Nesselroad. He graduated from Panora High School in 1942 and attended Drake University in Des Moines. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1945. Lyle married Barbara Sherwood on August 20, 1950 at the Malcom Presbyterian Church in Malcom, IA. Lyle was a member of the Brooklyn business community, operating Nesselroad Chevrolet Company for sixty years. He was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church, Brooklyn, a member of Kiwanis, the Brooklyn American Legion Post #294, and the Masonic Corinthian Lodge #174 A.F. & A.M. Lyle enjoyed coaching Little League baseball, playing golf and family vacations. He also enjoyed working with Steve Wright at the dealership.
Emma A. Albert, age 101, of Amana, died Monday, February 14, 2011 at Colonial Manor of Amana in Amana. Funeral Services: 10:00 A.M. Thursday, February 17, 2011, Middle Amana Community Church with Elder Harold Pitz officiating. Burial will be in the Amana Cemetery. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at the Middle Amana Community Church. Memorials may be contributed to the Amana Church Society. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Emma is survived by a son-in-law, Lester Davis (Sue) of Johnston; five grandchildren, Kim Davis of Sioux City, Tracy Davis (Carmen Kealey) of Coralville, Terry Davis (Brenda) of Oxford, Julie Kotz of Des Moines and Jon Albert of Cedar Rapids; six great-grandchildren, Ryan Stille (Kristy) of Omaha, Nick Stille (Katie) of Omaha, Katie Stille of Sioux City, Conor Davis of Sioux City, Logan Davis of Oxford and Emma Davis of Oxford. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Paul Albert in 1963, a son Carl Albert, a daughter Carolyn Davis, and two sisters, Emily Roemig and Elsie Mattes.
Emma Alice Oesterle was born March 16, 1909 in Amana, Iowa, the daughter of Charles and Elise Clemens Oesterle. She attended the Amana Schools and married Paul Albert on December 5, 1929 in Amana. Besides being a homemaker, Emma worked in the Amana communal kitchens and the Sandstone Winery. Following the loss of her husband and daughter early in their lives, Emma raised her grandchildren. She especially loved caring for them and her great grandchildren. She enjoyed canning, crocheting and knitting, but her happiest moments were those spent in her garden. Emma had a strong faith and was an active member of the Amana Church Society. She also belonged to the Amana Heritage Society.
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.
Louise D. Blechschmidt, age 101 of Amana, formerly of East Amana, died Monday, May 9, 2011 at Colonial Manor of Amana. Funeral Services: 10:00 A.M. Thursday, May 12, 2011, Middle Amana Community Church, Middle Amana with Elder Alan Trumpold officiating. Burial will be in the East Amana Cemetery. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at the Middle Amana Community Church, Middle Amana. Memorials may be contributed to the Amana Church Society, Essence of Life Hospice or Colonial Manor of Amana. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Louise is survived by her daughters, Luella Lear (Charles) of Peachtree City, GA, and Linda Schuerer (Ronald) of East Amana; four grandchildren, Craig Lear (Stephanie) of St. Joseph, MO, Kristin Wright (Michael) of Columbia, MD, Rayme Schuerer (Michelle) of Amana and Jennifer Kaefring (Kevin) of Williamsburg; eight great-grandchildren, Braeden, Maggie Louise, and Kellen Lear, Victoria, Katherine, and Kiernan Wright, and Jesse and Macey Schuerer. Also surviving is her sister, Dorothy Trumpold of Colonial Manor of Amana. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Rudolph on January 8, 1990.
Louise Dorothea Schuerer was born March 30, 1910 in East Amana, Iowa, the daughter of Benjamin J. and Catherine Hess Schuerer. She attended the Amana Schools and married Rudolph C. Blechschmidt on April 3, 1930 in the East Amana Church. Louise assisted her husband along with her sister-in-law Emma Bahndorf in operating the East Amana Store. Louise enjoyed being outdoors in the garden and taking care of her flowers. She enjoyed the Iowa Hawkeyes, the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago White Sox. She also liked to watch CNN. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Amana Church Society and the Amana Heritage Society.
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.
Barbara E. Brown, age 83 of Marengo, died Saturday, March 12, 2011 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Funeral Services: 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 16, 2011, Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo with Pastor Eddie Thomas officiating. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Wednesday, March 16, at Kloster Funeral Home. Burial: 10:30 A.M. Thursday, March 17, 2011, Oak Ridge Cemetery, West Liberty. A memorial fund has been established.
Barbara is survived by her son David Brown and two daughters, Bonnie Martin (David) and Diane Brown all of Marengo; five grandchildren, Amy Labath, Jessica Martin, Wesley Brown, Zachariah Brown and Jennifer Gorsch; six great grandchildren, Summer and Savanna Labath, John and Samuel Gorsch, and Kayle and Ayden Brown. Also surviving are several half brothers and sisters. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1996, and a grandson John Martin.
Barbara Estrellita Emmick was born October 30, 1927 in Sioux City, Iowa, the daughter of Harry Emmick and Lucille Lemon Emmick. She received her education in the Sioux City schools and married Albert “Biddle” Brown on November 1, 1946 in West Liberty, Iowa. The couple moved to Marengo in 1986.
Barbara was a loving homemaker, wife and mother. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Barb enjoyed camping, fishing and playing bingo. She also enjoyed bowling and kept the records and statistics for the league for over 50 years. Barb loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Ruthlene Cleppe, age 89 of Brooklyn, died Saturday, February 12, 2011 at the Grinnell Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services: 10:30 A.M. Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn, with Rev. John Dodds officiating. Burial will be in the Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 P.M. Friday, February 18, 2011 at Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. A memorial fund has been established.
Ruthlene is survived by her son Gary and wife Pat of Brooklyn; her daughter Marcia Kilmer also of Brooklyn, and seven grandchildren, Chad Kilmer (Pam) of Kirksville, MO, Michele Kilmer-Young (Trent) of Kirksville, Darcy Kilmer-Gashwiler (Alan) of Havelock, NC, Jocelyn Williams of Cedar Falls, Brian Beery of Waverly, Carrie Prugh of Cedar Falls and Paris Soboroff of Brooklyn. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 62 years, Wallace E. Cleppe and a brother William Simmons.
Ruthlene Simmons was born August 11, 1921 in rural Brooklyn, Iowa, the daughter of Earl and Margaret Kuntz Simmons. She graduated from Brooklyn High School in 1939 and taught in a rural one-room school house in Poweshiek County. She married Wallace E. Cleppe on March 13, 1947 in Davenport, Iowa. Ruthlene was a wife, mother and homemaker. In her free time Ruthlene enjoyed cross stitch and other needlework. She was a longtime member of the River Road Club.
Conard “Chuck” Cooper, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday evening, May 9, 2011 with his loving wife at his side. Memorial Services: 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 13, 2011, Iowa Theatre Artists Co., Amana, Iowa. A memorial fund has been established and may be directed along with condolences to the family at 814 32nd Ave., Middle Amana, Iowa 52203.
Conard Troy Cooper was born August 9, 1929, in Dickens, Iowa, the son of Granville William Cooper and Harriet Irene Cook Cooper. He graduated from the Linn Grove High School and attended Buena Vista University receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree. He later obtained a Masters degree in Math.
Chuck had many passions including his love of all kinds of music. He was an accomplished performer both professionally (recently with the Iowa Theatre Artists Company) as well as in community theatre productions. Chuck was very proud of being a flight instructor and of having a small-plane pilot license for more than 40 years. He enjoyed golfing as well as helping his wife Ruth; they shared a passion for reading and the Amana Library. He loved to help others through the Meals on Wheels program as well as to volunteer hours towards the theatre. His occupations were many, from owning and operating a pizza parlor, a donut shop, to selling insurance. His passion was in education. He taught Math, was a school administrator, and retired as a school administrative consultant. Chuck was an accomplished high school baseball, softball, and basketball coach. He was a “Master of All” possessing a near photographic memory and could build or fix almost anything (except submarines).
Chuck is survived by his beautiful wife Ruth Mary Erickson Cooper; sons Michael (Patsy) Cooper of Sacramento, CA and Kennard (Pam) Cooper of Meridian, ID; three grandchildren, Stacy (Cooper) Baade, Troy Cooper and Chad Cooper; six great-grandchildren, Giovanni Betts, Ciara Betts, Braiden Betts, Brittney Betts, Chloe Baade and Tucker Baade; sisters Ruth Gormann of Storm Lake, Maxine “Mickey” Rube of Benbrook, TX and Geraldine “Geri” Holmes of Escondido, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, sons Scott and Richard Cooper, grandson Eric Cooper, brothers Charles, Forest, Eddie and Jack Cooper and sisters Irene Junkemeier, Loretta Meyer, Edna Jones and Vera Roberts, and his first wife Lucille Houdeshell Cooper.
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.
