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Carrell E. Bunn, age 80 of Grinnell, formerly of Brooklyn, died Friday, January 25, 2013 at his home. Funeral Services: 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, January 29, 2013, Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn with Pastor Mona Burns officiating. Burial will be in Brooklyn Memorial Cemetery, Brooklyn. Visitation: 4 to 7 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2013, Kloster Funeral Home, Brooklyn. Memorials may be contributed to Grinnell Regional Hospice or the BGM Schools Scholarship Fund- Class of 1951.
He is survived by his wife Evelyn; four children, Brian Bunn (Vicki) of Des Moines, JoEllen McCoy (Michael) of Clive, Suzanne Bunn of Boise, ID, and Andrew Bunn of Grinnell; five grandchildren, Ryan McCoy (Amanda) of Clive, Samantha Mathews (Nick) of Des Moines, Christy Boley (Jered) of Waukee, Rachelle Johnson (Mike) of Maple Grove, MN, and Sean Bunn of Des Moines; and nine great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three siblings, Ruth Helm of Boone, Jim Bunn (Mickie) of Illinois City, IL and Donnie Bunn of Grinnell.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter Cassandra Bunn, three sisters and four brothers.
Carrell Edward Bunn was born May 20, 1932 in Brooklyn, Iowa, the son of John Carol Bunn and Tressie Mae Wheeler Bunn. He graduated from Brooklyn High School in 1951 and attended Upper Iowa University. Carrell served in the U.S. Navy for four years, stationed in Guam, and Fallon, NV. He married Evelyn Mae Jones on March 27, 1956 in Niles, Michigan. He was employed in the publishing business, working at Look magazine, Peterson Publishing Company, and CBS Publishing. He also worked with C.D.S. He finished his career as president and publisher at Stover Publishing.
Carrell enjoyed all sports, fishing, hunting, vegetable gardening, bowling, camping and antiques. He was a member of the VFW, Ducks Unlimited, and Junior Achievement. He worked with the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, and also served on the Little League Board of Directors.
Vivian Kay Wandling, formerly of Marengo, passed away on Wednesday, January 23rd at Peachtree Christian Hospice, Duluth, GA, following complications from abdominal surgery. Her family will receive visitors at the funeral home, Friday, February 1st, 6 to 8 PM. Services will be conducted by Reverend Parks at the First United Methodist Church, Marengo, Saturday, February 2nd, at 10 AM. Interment at the Marengo Cemetery will immediately follow the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Brain Tumor Association, 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60631, or to your favorite charity in Vivian’s name.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, LtCol Larry Wandling, USAF (Ret), formerly of Marengo but now residing in Lawrenceville, Georgia. She is also survived by her two daughters, Laurie Livengood of Lexington, Kentucky, her husband Dr. Bryan Livengood, and their two sons, Josh and Kyle; and Lisa Cooling of Roswell, Georgia, her husband Joe and their two daughters, Lindsey and Lauren. Also surviving are her mother, Mildred Koenig of Walker, IA; sister Marilyn Freeze and her husband, Jim, also of Walker. Her brother Allen Koenig and his wife Julie live in rural Marengo. Her father, Frederick Koenig, preceded her in death. She had eight nephews and nieces and many more great nephews and nieces who mourn her passing.
Vivian Koenig Wandling was born on July 25, 1942. She grew up on a farm East of Marengo, received part of her primary education in the one room school nearby, and then went to Marengo Public Schools where she received her diploma with the Class of 1960. Following graduation she was employed by Great Plains Gas Company, Cedar Rapids, for two years. On June 3, 1961, she married her high school sweetheart, Larry Wandling. Following his college graduation in 1962, they began a 22 year career in the United States Air Force. She loved this life of travel, moving, and making new friends throughout the U.S. and in Germany. Daughter Laurie joined the twosome in 1969 and Lisa arrived in 1973. Her beautiful daughters brought new meaning to her life. She was totally dedicated to their upbringings. She was active in their early educations while serving as a room mother for several years and as an active member of several PTAs. Their last military assignment was in Florida and where they spent the next 25 years. Being settled gave Vivian the opportunity to get her bachelor’s degree, a goal she had for many years. She met this task with her normal enthusiasm and commitment so it was not surprising when she graduated with high honors and membership in the prestigious national honor society, Phi Kappa Phi. With degree in hand, she started her own career outside the home. She was an integral member of the firm, B3H Corporation, Shalimar, Florida, in their administration of government contracts. She worked there for over 20 years, helping the firm grow from the two founders and herself into an organization employing hundreds throughout several states. In 2005, she retired and the couple moved to the Atlanta area. The seven years they had there were some of her happiest. She was able to pursue many hobbies including scrapbooking and collecting butterpats and teapots. Also, Vivian was able to become a full time partner in the antiquarian book business they jointly formed in 1998. She loved the associated travel, from Boston to San Francisco and St. Petersburg to Chicago. Many new and very close friendships were formed during this time. In 2012 she again faced a medical crisis that was ultimately responsible for taking her life. Her battle was courageous, her brave heart and indomitable spirit would not give up until she was overwhelmed by complications. All who knew Vivian will miss her ready smile and her kind, caring, and gentle manner.
Margaret Teresa Peshek, age 94 of Grafton, WI, formerly of Marengo, Iowa, died Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Mequon, WI. Funeral Services: 1:00 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2013, Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo with Rev. Diane Miller officiating. Burial will be in the Marengo Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be contributed to Camp Courageous, Monticello, Iowa. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Margaret is survived by her sons, Richard (Sheryl Hibbs) Peshek of Grafton, and Gary (Darlene) Peshek of North Richland, TX; along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother Mervin Ringler and a grandchild.
Margaret Teresa Ringler was born January 17, 1918 in Marengo, Iowa, the daughter of Edward and Antonia Dusil Ringler. She attended the Marengo schools and married William L. Peshek on June 25, 1940 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Besides being a homemaker, wife and mother, Margaret assisted her husband on the farm. She also worked as a waitress, and at Amana Refrigeration as an assembler for many years.
Margaret and Bill loved to go to dances with their friends. They especially enjoyed dancing to the Ken Paulsen Orchestra.
O. Paul Hedge, age 88 of Williamsburg, Iowa, died Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, January 30, 2013, Fremont Funeral Chapel, Fremont, Iowa. Burial with Military Honors: Cedar Township Memorial Cemetery, Fremont. Visitation: 5 to 7 P.M. Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo and after 9:30 A.M. until service time Wednesday at the Fremont Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be contributed to Iowa City Hospice or the Williamsburg Public Library.
Paul is survived by his sons, Robert and Steven, both of Williamsburg. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Betty in 2006, and a brother Dale Hedge.
Oliver Paul Hedge was born January 3, 1925 in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the son of Horrace P. and Lula Bell Bingeman Hedge. He graduated from Fremont High School and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1942-46, as an aviation radioman. Paul married Betty Rutherford on July 20, 1947 in Ottumwa, Iowa. He was employed with Collins Radio for 15 years as an electrical engineer. In 1965, the couple moved to Williamsburg, where Paul owned and operated the Gambles Store. He later worked for Harbour-McEntire, Sam Belland and Roger Folkmann.
David R. Cisna, age 74 of Marengo, Iowa, died Saturday, December 15, 2012 at Living Center West in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Memorial Service: 1:00 P.M. Friday, February 1, 2013, Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home.
David is survived by his wife Linda; a daughter Christi Ehrle (Gary) of Humboldt, Iowa, a son Craig Cisna (fiancee Heather Link) of Warrensburg, MO; two step-daughters, Cindy Becker (fiance Dan Sholte) of San Antonio, TX, and Sherry Wille (Kevin) of Marengo; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
David Roger Cisna was born January 24, 1938 in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Roger D. Cisna and Vera C. Borchers. He graduated from West High School, Waterloo, in 1956. He served in the U.S. Navy for two years. David was employed as a gas station attendant and later worked as a machine operator at a rock quarry. He married Linda Flack Fulmer on May 31, 2008 at Christ United Methodist Church in Belle Plaine. The couple resided in Marengo. David enjoyed watching Iowa Hawkeye games and car races. He liked to attend Bible study group, play bingo, watching television, and just visiting with his family and friends. When he was young he enjoyed swimming, water-skiing and bowling.
Donald W. Herman, age 80 of Charles City, Iowa, died Saturday, January 19, 2013 at the Belle Plaine Nursing and Rehab Center, Belle Plaine, Iowa. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Inturnment will be in Beckwith Cemetery, rural Charles City, Iowa. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
Don is survived by his son, Jeffrey W. Herman of Charles City; two daughters, Cindy L. Reihman (Ron) of South Amana, and Deb I. Sanders (Phil) of Smyrna, TN; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Davidson (Eric Jamaica) of Mason City, Lauren Brown of Marengo, Austin Davidson of South Amana, Ashley Kloster of Charles City, Brittany Kloster of TN, Elijah Herman of Charles City, and Johnny Sanders of Smyrna, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Harvey and Howard Herman.
Donald W. Herman was born March 4, 1932 in Momence, Illinois, the son of Charles A. and Annie E. Bowers Herman. He received his GED in Metropolis, IL and served in the U.S. Air Force. Donald married Sharon L. Dickhoff on February 8, 1958 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Charles City, Iowa. The couple later divorced. Don was employed as a floor covering installer for many years. He enjoyed playing his guitar and was an avid reader of science journals. He was an adventurous man and loved taking long rides on his motorcycle. Biscuits and gravy for breakfast was his favorite restaurant meal. Don was a very generous man and was always willing and ready to help his family and friends.
Doris Marie Graichen Rettig, 93, of Middle Amana died Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids following a brief illness. Funeral Services: 11:00 A.M. Wednesday January 23, 2013, at the Middle Amana Church, Middle Amana, Iowa. Burial will be in the Middle Amana Cemetery. Visitation: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, 2012 at the Middle Amana, Community Church. Memorials may be contributed to the Amana Church Society, Amana Heritage Society, or the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Clinic at the University of Iowa Foundation. Kloster Funeral Home, Marengo is in charge of arrangements.
She is survived by her two sons, Mark (Diana) Rettig of Cedar Rapids and David (Mary Lynn) Rettig of Middle, and granddaughter Stephanie of Cedar Rapids. She is also survived by a sister-in law, Florence (Walter) Schuerer of Amana.
She was preceded in death by her husband John in 2008, parents and a sister Helen June Graichen.
Doris Marie Graichen Rettig was born December 8, 1919 in Amana, the daughter of Henry W. and Minnie (Zuber) Graichen. She graduated from Amana High School in 1937, and continued her education at Cedar Rapids Business College. Doris worked as a bookkeeper for the Amana Society from 1938 until she married John C. Rettig on February 3, 1945. She accompanied him to Laurel, Maryland, and later to Albany, Oregon, where John was stationed in the Army. During that time, she was employed as a bookkeeper in the Finance Office at the Army bases. Upon John’s discharge from the Army, they returned to Middle which became their home for the remainder of their lives. She worked as a bookkeeper and secretary at Amana Refrigeration, but is perhaps best remembered for the many years (1962-1990) she served as secretary and bookkeeper for the Amana Community School. Doris enjoyed cooking, gardening, needlepoint, dining out and traveling. She was a kind and loving wife, mother, Oma, and sister who was greatly loved. She was a lifelong resident of the Amana Colonies and member of the Amana Church Society and the Amana Heritage Society.
The family would like to express their gratitude to all of Doris' caregivers at Mercy Medical Center and Colonial Manor in Amana.
James Lee Uden, age 76 of Marengo, Iowa, died Friday, January 18, 2013 at the Marengo Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be held 10:30 A.M. Monday, January 21, 2013 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Marengo, with Rev. Andrew Gray officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Earlville, IA. The family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. Sunday January 20, 2013 at Kloster Funeral Home Marengo. A memorial fund has been established.
James is survived by his wife Esther of Marengo; two sons, Joel Uden (Deb) of Coralville and Jeff Uden (Nancy) of Hudson; two daughters, Cheryl Zumbach (Kevin) of Dubuque and Julie Engelken of Ankeny; also surviving are eleven grandchildren, Megan Uden, Jenna Uden, Carrie (Ryan) Frasher, Sarah Wolf, Brian Wolf, Josh Engelken Gabrielle Engelken, Justi Uden, Trey Uden Alan Zirtzman (Jessie), and Amy Zirtzman. Eleven great-grandchildren; one brother Melvin Uden of Ocheyedan and a sister Joann Radunz of Ocheyedan.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Sandra and eight brothers and sisters.
James Lee Uden was born November 6, 1936 in Ocheyedan, Iowa, the son of Ellsworth and Marie Meyer Uden. James married Esther Stock on June 16, 1957 in Coon Rapids, Iowa. James worked at the ERTL Toy Company and EMCO in management and manufacturing quality. He served as an elder at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Delaware . He served on the city council of Earlville as well as mayor and was a member of Toast Masters International. James enjoyed watching the activities of his children and grandchildren and was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan.
