Obituaries
Chuck Rickert
September 11, 2024
Charles Franklin Rickert was born on November 14, 1935, the son of Walter and Gertrude (Schwieso) Rickert in Crawford County, Iowa. He was baptized and later confirmed into the Lutheran faith. Chuck received his education from schools in Crawford County.
Chuck worked various jobs throughout his life, including many years over the road trucking for a number of companies and most...
Marlene Hight
September 8, 2024
Marlene Helen Hight was born on August 8, 1949, to Walter G. and Jessie Mae (Smouse) Schumacher in Manning, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Coon Rapids. Marlene received her education at Coon Rapids High School, graduating with the class of 1967. On September 14, 1968, Marlene married Leroy Hight at the United Methodist...
Mary A. Upton
September 6, 2024
Mary Ann Upton, daughter of Albert and Dorthea (Scott) Heinold, was born on February 7, 1935, in Salem, MO. She attended local schools and graduated from Houston High School in 1954 before embarking on a fulfilling journey in life.
On May 29, 1954, Mary united in marriage to Robert Upton in Cabool, MO, and together they welcomed five children...
Butch Miller
September 2, 2024
“Butch” Bernard Joseph Miller Jr. was born in Denison, Iowa on September 18, 1947. He was the fourth child of Betty Blume and Bernard G. Miller. Growing up in Denison, he developed his work ethic at age six, when he would deliver 100 Omaha World-Herald newspapers before school. When he entered high school he held down three jobs: National Council...
Denise Mills
September 2, 2024
Denise Ann Mills was born on January 12, 1955, the daughter of Ralph and Elizabeth (Brannan) Hansen in Carroll, Iowa. She graduated from Manilla High School in 1973 and began her career with dedication and compassion, first working at a nursing home and later engaging in seasonal work.
Denise’s life was enriched by her family. She first had two beloved children,...
Allen Weinbrandt
September 1, 2024
Allen Roger Weinbrandt was born on August 22, 1959, the son of Roger and Lorraine (Marsh)Weinbrandt in Denison, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. He received his education from Deloit elementary and Denison High School and graduated with the class of 1977.
Allen married Rita Fink on December 7, 1985, in the chapel at Zion...
Betty A. Argotsinger
August 31, 2024
Betty Ann Argotsinger passed away peacefully on August 31st, 2024, at the age of 86.
Born on August 13th, 1938 in Denison, Iowa, Betty was a devoted wife and mother. As a young woman, she attended beauty school and briefly operated a salon in Dow City. On March 1st, 1959, she married Eldon Nelson Argotsinger. In their 45 years together, they...
Doug Vaughn
August 30, 2024
Douglas LaVern Vaughn was born on November 12, 1964, to Franklin “Douglas” Vaughn and Patricia Ann (Clark) Vaughn in Denison, Iowa. Doug was an adorable blonde-haired, blue-eyed boy and always a joy to be around!
He attended Denison schools for the most part. While still in high school, he joined the Iowa National Guard in 1982 and served proudly for 8...
Irma Wessel
August 30, 2024
Irma, more affectionately known as “Irm,” Clara Wessel was born the fourth of nine children and a “firecracker baby” on July 4, 1926, to Edward D. Sr. and Lena (Rosburg) Goslar near Berne, Iowa (four miles west of Ricketts). She was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Charter Oak and received her education from country schools.
Irma married...
Jean Ellis
August 29, 2024
Jaqueline, more affectionately known as Jean, Ellis was born on July 8, 1928, the daughter of Byron and Marie Caroline (Bartels) Schwitzer in Denison, Iowa. Her family moved to Sac City where she received her education and graduated from Sac City High School with the class of 1946. She then went on to graduate from the University of Iowa with...
Jennie Pautsch
August 29, 2024
Jeraldine "Jennie" Pautsch was born on February 13, 1932, to Carl and Gladys (Eisanhut) Lee, on a farm near Soldier, IA. On March 21, 1948, she was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ute, IA. She attended Ute High School and graduated with the Class of 1951. Jennie was known for her passionate spirit, particularly on the...
Lorraine Christiansen
August 27, 2024
Ruby Lorraine Christiansen, known to most as Lorraine, was born on September 20, 1933 to the late Sam and Edna (Jensen) Smith on a farm in Shelby County, Iowa. Lorraine’s life was marked by her deep faith and commitment to her beliefs. She was baptized on November 18, 1934, and later confirmed on June 8, 1952.
She graduated from Irwin High...
Ehbahtah Moo
August 26, 2024
Ehbahtah Moo was born on August 19, 2018, to Jame Boo and Hser Paw in Denison, Iowa. He was known for his playful and energetic nature. He loved to play like a monkey, running around making silly noises that always brought smiles to the faces of his family and friends. Ehbahtah also loved eating Cheetos and watching his favorite movie...
Janice Carlyle
August 25, 2024
Janice Jeneal (James) Carlyle, 90, died peacefully at home Sunday, August 25, surrounded by family. She was a strong, caring, selfless woman who spent much of her life in the service of her family and her Catholic faith.
Janice was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Leonard and Mildred (Strait) James - the fourth of five children. When she was five years...
Lois LaJune Greder
August 24, 2024
Lois LaJune Greder was born on August 24, 1935, north of Vail, Iowa to Amanda (Beck) and Meinhard Klink. She was baptized Dec 31, 1935 at Zion Lutheran Church in Denison by Pastor Freese and later confirmed on April 10, 1949, by Pastor L.S. Winters at Stockholm Church. Lois attended country schools before graduating from Manilla High School on May...
Teresa Beazor
August 20, 2024
Teresa Beazor was born on November 29, 1959, the daughter of George W. and Scenna M. (Terrell) Gorden in Denison, Iowa. Teresa received her education from Dow City- Arion and graduated with the Class of 1978.
Teresa’s career journey began when she opened her home to babysit for local families. Her compassion and commitment to the well-being of children led her...
Doris Neddermeyer
August 10, 2024
Doris Marie (Creese) Neddermeyer was born on August 28, 1942, the daughter of Raymond and Donna (Abbott) Creese near Charter Oak, Iowa. She was baptized into the Catholic faith and received her education from Charter Oak Schools.
On June 7, 1959, Doris married Gailen Neddermeyer at St. John Lutheran Church in Charter Oak and they were blessed with seven children: Gary,...
Mark W. Bockelmann
August 5, 2024
Mark William Bockelmann was born on February 4, 1954, the son of William Jr. and Ethel (Laumbach) Bockelmann in Ida Grove, Iowa. He was baptized at St. John Lutheran Church in Battle Creek and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. Mark received his education from Ida Grove High School and graduated with the class of 1972. He...
Viola H. Riley Shrimpton
August 2, 2024
Viola Helen Riley Shrimpton was born on January 11, 1939, the daughter of John and Florence (Kessel) Mathies in Denison, Iowa. She was raised in the Denison Community and attended the Deloit Public Schools.
She married Joe Riley and to this union they were blessed with three children. The couple later divorced but remained good friends over the years. On April...
Ann Renè Brus
July 31, 2024
Ann René (Coffey) Brus, aged 69, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at her sister’s home in Council Bluffs, Iowa, surrounded by her family.
Born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on November 15, 1954, Ann graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1972. During her high school years, she actively participated in the National Honor Society and vocal music. She continued...
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