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Marvin Anderson
November 10, 1938-October 9, 2018
Marvin S. Anderson, age 79, of Ames, passed away on October 9, 2018 at Northridge Village in Ames. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, October 15, 2018 at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames. Visitation will be held at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames from 4-6:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 14, 2018. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1715 Northwestern Ave., Ames, Iowa 50010. Marvin Sydney Anderson was born November 10, 1938 to Marvin Sylvester and Lyda Ruby Anderson (Nielsen) in Santa Monica, California. Marvin grew up with two younger brothers, Gerald and Jack. When Marvin was ten years old, his family moved to the San Fernando Valley. He graduated from Van Nuys High School in 1956 and went to college at Pierce Junior College in Woodland Hills, California but struggled there. When asked why, Marvin said, "I liked the ocean too much." He enrolled at Waldorf in Forest City, Iowa (as far away from the ocean as he could get) for a two year degree in Math, Chemistry and Physics. There, Marvin met and began dating Carol Schwab. He went on to Concordia in Moorhead, Minnesota to finish his degree in Math and Physics and he married Carol in 1961. Marvin enlisted in the Air Force, attended boot camp and officer training in San Antonio, Texas, and completed the missile course in Wichita Falls. He was assigned to Plattsburgh Air Force Base in New York. He was sent to Vandenberg Air Force Base in California for advanced missile training during the Cuban Missile Crisis. David was born the next year, in 1963, at Plattsburgh Air Force Base. They remained in Plattsburgh until May 1965. Marvin left the Air Force and moved with his family to Ames, Iowa where he took a job as Junior Scientist at Ames Laboratory at Iowa State University. While Marvin was doing research and taking care of a growing family, he went back to school and earned a Masters Degree in Physics in 1972. Marvin painted pictures during this time as a diversion from his work and studies. Gregory was born in 1965. Their family continued to grow. Derek was born in 1969 and Brent was born in 1971. Marvin completed his thesis, which was published in 1972. Marvin was a regular visitor to all of his children’s schools where he would perform Physics tricks, immersing rubber balls and other items in liquid nitrogen and throwing them to the floor where they shattered. He was also very handy. He built an addition onto the family house in the late 1970s, completing it in 1981 with help from his father and a few close friends. It was not uncommon to find Marvin and his family out on a lake in his Puffer sailboat during the summer. Marvin retired from Ames Lab in 1997. Marvin and Carol were divorced in 1998, but remained friends and often joined with their boys and their families to celebrate occasions and holidays. Marvin enjoyed traveling to destinations throughout the United States and the world including Prague, Vienna, Budapest and China. Marvin was preceded in death by his father, Marvin, his mother, Lyda and his son, Brent. He is survived by his sons David (Regina) of Ames, Iowa, Greg (Linda) of Rancho Palos Verdes, California, Derek (Cheryl) of Minneapolis, Minnesota, his grandchildren, Mackenzie and Jack of Ames, Iowa, Sara and Julian of Rancho Palos Verdes, California, his brothers, Jack (Judi) of Escondido, California, Gerald (Barbara) of Yuma, Arizona and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Tribute by his sons, David, Greg and Derek Anderson
While we are not able to attend the ceremony, my brothers Dave, Derek, and I appreciate that you are honoring our father. Marvin worked at the Ames Laboratory for almost all of his career. The attached picture brings back fond memories of visiting him in the lab when we were children. He loved physics and loved to share it with others. I recall my elementary school class being given a tour by my dad and the surprise and delight we all had when a rubber ball that had been frozen in liquid nitrogen shattered rather than bounced as he dropped it on the floor. Thank you Iowa State University for giving him an opportunity to do something he loved every day of his career.
David Arkovich
May 1, 1946-January 24, 2019
David Gary Arkovich, age 72, of Ames, passed away on January 24, 2019 at Bethany Life in Story City.
Born on May 1, 1946 in Sioux City, David was the son of Meyer and Mary (Hanin) Arkovich. He graduated from Central High School in Sioux City (1964) and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Iowa where he managed the Men’s basketball team. He was a member of the United States Army (1968 – 1972) and served in Vietnam from 1970-1971 in the Second Civil Affairs Company as a Captain, during which time he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement. David was united in marriage to Ellen Friedman on June 22, 1975 in Des Moines, Iowa. He proudly served as a police officer for 25 and a half years (Iowa City 1974 – 1978 and City of Ames 1982 – 2003), enjoyed teaching Criminal Justice classes (Southwestern Community College, Creston Iowa 1978 – 1982 and Des Moines Area Community College, Boone, Iowa), and following his first retirement from the police force, joined the Iowa State University Police as the parking supervisor until his final retirement in 2010. David also enjoyed his time helping out at his parent’s butcher shop, Cohen’s, as a child (Sioux City, Iowa) and had great pride and joy in operating Arkovich Real Estate, alongside his wife and children, managing and maintaining residential real estate property (1977 – 2014).
David was an active member of the Ames Jewish Congregation and served on many religious, service and historical society organizations in the Greater Ames and Des Moines area. David was a caring, patient and kind man who enjoyed traveling around the country visiting family, historical and military museums and supporting his kids’ athletic and professional endeavors. He was an enthusiastic Ames High, University of Iowa, Iowa State University and Missouri State University athletics fan and supporter. He always enjoyed cheering on an underdog!
David is survived by his wife, Ellen of Ames; his children: Michael (Crystal) Arkovich of Ames, Elisa (Sean) Buck of Ankeny, and Stacey (James) Dillon of Columbus, OH; six grandchildren: Cooper and Austin Arkovich, Madisyn and Alanna Buck, and Khloe and Carson Dillon; and one brother, Marv (Corky) Arkovich of Tampa, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Monday, January 28 at Ames Jewish Congregation. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for David’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s honor to Ames Jewish Congregation, Iowa Jewish Historical Society or the Ames Police Benefit Association.
Raymond Arritt
September 19, 1957 -- November 14, 2018
Raymond W. Arritt, 61, of Ames, passed away unexpectedly of a stroke on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. A memorial service will be held at Stevens Memorial Chapel in Ames on Tuesday, November 27 at 10:30 a.m. with a reception to follow at Northminster Presbyterian Church. A visitation will be held Monday, November 26 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Stevens Memorial Chapel.
Ray was born September 19, 1957, to Muriel Louise Smith and Raymond Ward Arritt, Sr. in Covington, Virginia. He grew up in Lynchburg and Richmond, Virginia, and attended the University of Virginia, where he received his B.A. in Economics and Environmental Science in 1979 and his M.S. in Environmental Science in 1982. It was during the final semester of his undergraduate degree that he met his beloved wife Teresita Navarrete in 1979. They married within a year of their first date, on March 29, 1980.
Ray and Tere followed Ray’s career as he earned his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins in 1985 and then took his first professorship at the University of Kansas in Lawrence in 1988. In Kansas they had their children, Spencer (Tracy) and Kevin (Laura). The family moved to Ames, Iowa in 1993 and Ray worked at Iowa State University until the day of his death.
Ray was a consummate scientist, an avid biker, and most proudly a loving and devoted husband and father. We remember his gentle and generous demeanor, his love of music, and his thoroughly offbeat sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his mother, and survived by his father, his wife, and his two sons and their families. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Emergency Residence Project of Ames and the Food Bank of Iowa.
Tribute by his wife, Teresita Arritt
ISU work experience:
Professor in Agronomy Department
Highlight of their employment:
Contributing author on Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and operating the Iowa Environmental Mesonet.
Personal memory:
Even though Raymond was an expert bread baker, weighing and measuring everything like a true scientist, he was amazingly “clumsy” in the kitchen to his dogs’ delight. He couldn’t help it if food jumped out of his hand and into the dog’s mouth!
Other thoughts to share:
Raymond was most proud of his sons.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Raymond W. Arritt, 61, of Ames, passed away unexpectedly of a stroke on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.
Ray was born September 19, 1957, to Muriel Louise Smith and Raymond Ward Arritt, Sr. in Covington, Virginia. He grew up in Lynchburg and Richmond, Virginia, and attended the University of Virginia, where received his B.A. in Economics and Environmental Science in 1979 and his M.S. in Environmental Science in 1982. It was during the final semester of his undergraduate degree that he met his beloved wife Teresita Navarrete in 1979. They married within a year of their first date, on March 29, 1980.
Ray earned his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University in Ft. Collins in 1985 and became a faculty member at the University of Kansas in Lawrence in 1988. In Kansas Ray and Tere had their children, Spencer and Kevin. The family moved to Ames, Iowa, in 1993, and Ray worked at Iowa State University until the day of his death.
At Iowa State, Professor Arritt was in the Department of Agronomy and a member of the Agricultural Meteorology Graduate Major. He was an expert in land–atmosphere interactions, which describes how the atmosphere is influenced by the land surface, and vice-versa. Specifically, he investigated how these processes are represented in weather and climate models. One example is his work (unpublished at the time of his death) on how changes in land cover related to the move from horse–drawn plows (and the perennial vegetation need to feed these horses) to tractors (and more annual row-crops) affected precipitation in the US Midwest. He worked with many other faculty. One ex- ample in his home department was with Professor Mark Westgate on pollen dispersal via wind. He partnered with Professors Bill Gutowski and Gene Takle in Geological and Atmospheric Sciences to compare numerical weather prediction models. Ray’s work as part of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) resulted in him (and the other members of the IPCC) sharing the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize with Vice President Al Gore. His most lasting research impact will be through the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, which he co–implemented with Daryl Herzmann. The IEM (https://mesonet.agron.iastate.edu) is the busiest website at Iowa State, serving people all over the country as a repository for weather data. Ray served on 90 program–of–study committees and was the major adviser for 15 students. He was a caring supervisor of staff and graduate students who constantly emphasized the importance of addressing family needs over work requirements.
Ray was an outstanding teacher as well. He taught courses on basic weather and climate, world climates, land- atmosphere interactions, and numerical weather prediction. In recent years he made great efforts to improve his teaching, one example being the implementation of team–based learning. The weather and climate class he co–taught with Professor Brian Hornbuckle each fall semester for the last 15 years was taken by over 4000 students. He was an enthusiastic teacher. When teaching about the formation of low pressure systems, he would sit in an office chair holding dumbbells and allow someone to spin him as fast as possible in order to demonstrate the conservation of angular momentum. He would put pop cans in bowl of hot water and wait for them to explode in order to demonstrate how oceans will release carbon dioxide as they warm, thus creating a dangerous positive feedback that will enhance global warming. He brought his guitar, amplifier, and speaker to class to further demonstrate the concept of a positive feedback Jimi–Hendrix–style. And his explanation of how Viking settlements in Greenland were affected by climate change was short and to–the–point: “It got cold, and then they died.” This humor also included a collection of Hallmark sympathy cards stashed in his desk that he would send to the parents of a student who required absence from a test due to a sudden death of a long lost uncle or grandparent.
Finally, Ray provided a great deal of service to the university and his research community. Of the many committees on which he served, his department will remember most his tenure on its curriculum committee. While he was chair the department made extensive changes to its curriculum that will positively impact students for many years to come. His value of science, high moral standards, and straight–forward approach allowed him to effectively serve in this position. For many years he and colleague Dr. Ruby Leung of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory co–chaired a session on regional climate modeling at the Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union.
Besides being a consummate faculty member, he was also an avid biker, and most proudly a loving and devoted husband and father. We remember his gentle and generous demeanor, his love of music, and his thoroughly offbeat sense of humor.
Daryl Herzmann and Brian Hornbuckle April 26, 2019
Georgeanne Artz
September 6, 1974-April 25, 2019
Georgeanne passed away April 25, 2019, after losing her battle with cancer. She received her Ph.D. in economics from Iowa State University in 2005. From 2005 through 2011 she held a position as assistant professor at the University of Missouri. In 2011 Georgeanne returned to the Iowa State Department of Economics, first as visiting assistant professor and scientist, then becoming an assistant professor in 2013. She was promoted to associate professor in July, 2018. Her areas of interest were agricultural economics, agribusiness management, labor economics, and economic development. She had an active research program in agricultural business and rural economic development and taught undergraduate courses in farm business management and micro-economic theory.
She was an excellent teacher, a prolific scholar and deeply committed to our undergraduate programs and the Agricultural Business Club, of which she was a co-adviser. In that role, she led the club’s Quiz Bowl Team and oversaw the success of the club at AAEA conferences to win both Outstanding Club and Creative Club Awards a combined eight times. More than that, she brought a sense of joy and humor to every project in which she was engaged. We will miss her around the department.
Georgeanne did not want a sad memorial service following her death and there will not be one. She requested a fun celebration of life gathering for friends and family after the sorrow and emotions settle. A date and venue will be planned in early September.
Georgeanne is survived by her husband, Christian Boessen, and her son, John.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Georgeanne may be made by mailing a check to the Georgeanne Artz Memorial Fund at Iowa State University Foundation, 2505 University Boulevard, Ames, IA 50010. You may also contribute online at www.foundation.iastate.edu/giveonline. Choose “I want to choose where my gift is designated” under Gift Designations, select “Support a Different Area,” enter Georgeanne Artz Memorial Fund, 2705375 in the Note/Instructions fillable box, then complete the remaining information.
Tribute by faculty colleague William Edwards
Georgeanne Artz was a dedicated faculty member in the Department of Economics. She was never too busy to help out a student from her classes, an Ag Business Club member or a graduate student. She willingly took on many extension projects in any area where there was a need. She was a special person and her cheerful personality will be greatly missed.
Arthur Bartels
September 8, 1946-August 15, 2018
Arthur Bartels, 71, of Ames, passed away Aug. 15, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18, at Christ Community Church in Ames. Visitation will be prior to the service from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Arthur Lee Bartels was born Sept. 8, 1946, in Des Moines to Everett and Iola (Van Wyk) Bartels. Arthur married Dorothy Dipple on June 12, 1971, at Campus Baptist Church in Ames. He worked for Iowa State University in the maintenance department. Arthur was a member of Christ Community Church, a student of scripture and a generous, tender-hearted man of faith. He loved camping and was a member of Cutty’s Des Moines Camping Club. He also enjoyed airplanes and going to air shows, He was an innovator who enjoyed working with tools and electronics of any kind.
Arthur is survived by his wife, Dorothy Bartels, of Ames; daughters, Rachel Bartels, of Iowa Falls, Ruth (Brett) Speth, of Ames; three sisters, Beverly (Ron) Blessing, of Rapid City, S.D., Barbara (Steve) Piedt, of Grand Rapids, Mich., Shari (Alan) Beals, of Keizer, Ore.; one brother, Robert (Becky) Bartels, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.
Mary Baumann
July 4, 1923-March 15, 2018
Trudie Bigelow
June 16, 1932-June 2, 2018
Gertrude “Trudie” Irene Bigelow passed away peacefully at the age of 85, surrounded by her family on June 2, 2018, in Denver, Colorado after an extended illness.
Trudie was born on June 16, 1932, to Clifford and Theda Marple in Sioux City, Iowa. Her idyllic childhood included high school dances, playing the cello, working at the drug store soda fountain and attending Methodist summer camp ever year at Lake Okoboji. She went on to graduate with a degree in Home Economics from Iowa State University where she also met her future husband, Edward Bigelow, a Civil Engineering student on a ROTC scholarship. After one year of teaching in Council Bluffs, she married Ed on September 10, 1955 and became an Air Force wife.
The newlyweds moved to Harlingen, TX where their first son, Steven was born. They were transferred to Sacramento, California serving two more years, where their daughter, Diane was born. After Ed’s military service they moved to Sioux City, IA, where their second son, Brian was born.
The couple settled in Ida Grove, IA where they raised their family and enjoyed close friendships. Trudie was Ed’s unofficial partner in Bigelow Engineering, working as the bookkeeper and secretary. In addition, Trudie generously gave of her time to the community by serving on the Ida Grove school board and volunteering for Meals on Wheels. Trudie was an active PEO member and was involved in many charitable causes.
Trudie was known as a consummate seamstress, accomplished needle pointer, party planner, master cook and decorator. But she will forever be remembered for her quick wit, her love of chocolate and most importantly, her generous spirit and boundless love of her family above all.
Once retired, Ed and Trudie enjoyed lakeside living in Texas before returning to family and friends in Ames. During their later years, they moved to the Denver area to be with family.
She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 62 years, Edward C. Bigelow (January 10, 2018) and her cherished
siblings, Joan Hallberg (August 11, 2003) and Charles Marple (September 20, 2016).
She was a devoted and loving mother to her three children Steven (Tamara) Bigelow of League City, TX, Diane (Dave) Triggs of Aurora, CO and Brian (Sharon) Bigelow of Apex, NC.
She was most proud of her eight grandchildren – Naomi Triggs, Josh (Dina) Triggs, Evan (Megan) Bigelow, Jeremy (Jessica) Triggs, Eric (Kate) Bigelow, Paul Triggs, Sarah Bigelow and Matthew Bigelow and her five great-grandchildren who blessed her with so much joy.
Larry Booth
December 4, 1947-August 15, 2018
Dr. Larry Charles “Skip” Booth Jr. D.VM., aged 70 of Ames, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, August 15th, as the result of a boating accident in Kenora, Ontario, Canada. A memorial service will be held at Stevens Memorial Chapel in Ames, Iowa on Sunday, August, 26th at 2:00 pm.
Dr. Booth was born in Ames, Iowa on December 4th, 1947. He graduated from Davenport West High School in 1966 and continued on to earn a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in 1973. He then went on to complete his residency of surgery and earn a Master’s Degree from Michigan State in 1977. Dr. Booth was also a diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
During his career, Dr. Booth served as faculty at the University of Minnesota and Virginia Tech before returning as faculty to Iowa State in 1988. During his tenure at Iowa State, Dr. Booth taught a variety of veterinary clinical sciences classes and advanced surgery labs. He served as the director of biomedical communications from 2001 to 2004 and as the director of Veterinary Education and Technology Services from 2004 to 2009. Dr. Booth also served as chair of the college’s Curriculum Committee from 2001 to 2005.
Dr. Booth was married to Marilyn Brauhn on May 31, 1970; they were married 48 years. Dr. Booth enjoyed outdoors activities such as hiking, hunting, boating, and fishing. Dr. Booth is survived by his wife, Marilyn, his three children Matthew, Adria, and Zachary Booth; three granddaughters, Kaitlyn, Jacqueline, and Rebecca Tyler, his beloved dog Ozzy, and many family and friends.
Dr. Booth is preceded in death by his infant daughter, Angela Lynn as well as both of his parents, Lawrence “Larry” Sr., and Olive Peterson Booth.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the Student American Veterinary medical Association-Iowa State Chapter, and the Izzak Walton League of Ames.
Tribute by Dave Gieseke, Communications Manager at Vet Med
Dr. Larry Charles “Skip” Booth Jr. D.VM., aged 70 of Ames, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, as the result of a boating accident in Kenora, Ontario, Canada.
Dr. Booth was born in Ames, Iowa on December 4th, 1947. He graduated from Davenport West High School in 1966 and continued on to earn a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in 1973. He then went on to complete his residency of surgery and earn a Master’s Degree from Michigan State in 1977. Dr. Booth was also a diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
During his career, Dr. Booth served as faculty at the University of Minnesota and Virginia Tech before returning as faculty to Iowa State in 1988. During his tenure at Iowa State, Dr. Booth taught a variety of veterinary clinical sciences classes and advanced surgery labs. He served as the director of biomedical communications from 2001 to 2004 and as the director of Veterinary Education and Technology Services from 2004 to 2009. Dr. Booth also served as chair of the college’s Curriculum Committee from 2001 to 2005.
Dr. Booth was married to Marilyn Brauhn on May 31, 1970; they were married 48 years. Dr. Booth enjoyed outdoors activities such as hiking, hunting, boating, and fishing. Dr. Booth is survived by his wife, Marilyn, his three children Matthew, Adria, and Zachary Booth; three granddaughters, Kaitlyn, Jacqueline, and Rebecca Tyler, his beloved dog Ozzy, and many family and friends.
Dr. Booth is preceded in death by his infant daughter, Angela Lynn as well as both of his parents, Lawrence “Larry” Sr., and Olive Peterson Booth.
Morton Boyd
October 17, 1928-December 26, 2018
Mort Boyd passed peacefully on Dec. 26 after living a full and active life. Raised in Pittsburgh, Pa., Mort signed up with the U.S. Navy at 18 and spent three-plus years in the service. He was commissioned as an ensign and should be served on reconnaissance mission flight crews in Gibraltar and North Africa. He returned to finish his degree at Penn State in agricultural engineering and graduate work at the University of Massachusetts. He turned down numerous offers to fly for commercial airlines as he started his career. His professional career had stops in Alliance, Ohio, Bettendorf, and finally with his new wife, Shelly, landed in Ames in 1968. Mort served on the faculty of the Agricultural Engineering department at Iowa State University for 30 years, retiring in 1998. He found academic advising to be the most rewarding part of his job, along with the classroom time shared with the thousands of students who passed through the department. Mort spent his retirement working on antique cars and other projects. He visited Scotland on two occasions to research the Boyd family history. In 2015 he moved to Papillion, Neb., to be closer to his young granddaughters. He will be remembered as a husband, father, teacher and mentor to all those that he touched throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Shelva "Shelly" Boyd, in September 2017. Mort is survived by his son, Paul; daughter-in-law, Nora; and granddaughters, Margot and Eliza. A memorial service to celebrate his life with friends and family will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Collegiate Presbyterian Church, 159 N. Sheldon Ave., Ames, with luncheon to follow. All who knew Mort are welcome to share remembrances during the service.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Mort Boyd was raised in Pittsburgh, PA. He signed up with the U.S. Navy at the age of 18 and spent three plus years in the service. He was commissioned as an Ensign and served on reconnaissance mission flight crews in Gibraltar and North Africa. He returned to finish his degree at Penn State in Agricultural Engineering and graduate work at the University of Massachusetts. He turned down numerous offers to fly for commercial airlines as he started his career.
His professional career had stops in Alliance, OH, Bettendorf, IA and finally with his new wife Shelly, landed in Ames, IA in 1968. Mort served on the faculty of the Agricultural Engineering department at Iowa State University for 30 years, retiring in 1998. He found academic advising to be the most rewarding part of his job, along with the classroom time shared with the thousands of students who passed through the department. Mort spent his retirement working on antique cars and other projects. He visited Scotland on two occasions to research the Boyd family history. In 2015 he moved to Papillion, NE to be closer to his young granddaughters. He will be remembered as a husband, father, teacher, and mentor to all those that he touched throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years Shelva "Shelly" Boyd in September 2017. Mort is survived by his son Paul, daughter-in-law Nora, and granddaughters Margot and Eliza.
JoAnn Brown
March 19, 1937-November 3, 2018
Mary JoAnn Rowe Brown died Saturday, November 3, 2018 in Ames, Iowa. Services will be Thursday, November 8, at Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., in Ames at 11:00, with visitation an hour prior to the service.
JoAnn was born March 19, 1937, in Williston, North Dakota, the daughter of Harold and Ellen (Ringey) Rowe. She attended elementary and secondary school in Stanley, North Dakota, and graduated from Minot State Teachers College, in 1958 with majors in music and business education. She taught elementary music two years in Grand Forks, North Dakota, (1958-60) and one year in Guthrie Center, Iowa (1960-61). On December 27, 1960, she married Bernard C. Brown in Stanley. They lived in Ames for 58 years.
JoAnn was the music coordinator at Saint Cecilia Church in Ames for 25 years, had a painting and wallpapering business for 10 years, and was a secretary at Iowa State University for 10 years. After retiring from ISU, she taught computer classes for several years in the Osher Lifelong Learning program.
JoAnn's kind heart and quick wit were enjoyed by all who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. JoAnn enjoyed sewing and made gorgeous quilts. She loved music, and many will recall her beautiful singing voice. She was a generous and kind woman who volunteered often. One of her favorite areas of service was teaching English to immigrants. Her job at Iowa State often involved helping international students transition to life in Ames.
JoAnn is survived by her husband, Bernard; four children, Greg (Marion) Brown of Charlotte, North Carolina, Sally (Mike) Hamilton of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Karen (Rick) Weires of Dubuque, Iowa, and Mike (Tina) Brown of Southlake, Texas; nine grandchildren, and two step-grandsons. Also surviving are two sisters, Ardis Afseth of Minot, North Dakota, and Debra (Mike) Harvey of Everett, Washington, and one brother, Conrad Rowe, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Robert Rowe, and her sister Betty Simonson. Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfunralandcremationcare.com.
James Cable
June 4, 1941-July 10, 2018
James (Jim) K. Cable 77, of Ames passed away July 10, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Saturday, July 14, at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames. Visitation will be 5-7 pm Friday, July 13, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames. Burial will be 3:00 pm in the Hudson Cemetery in Hudson, Iowa.
Jim Cable, the son of Earl and Helen Cable was born on June 4, 1941 at the St. Francis Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. He attended grade school in Hudson, Iowa and graduated from Dike High School in the Spring of 1959. He received a BSCE in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University in 1964 and a MSCE in Transportation from Iowa State University in 1976. In 1994 he completed a PhD in Transportation Engineering from the University of Illinois.
After his initial graduation from ISU, Jim worked for the Iowa DOT in Waterloo until the Army decided to use his degree at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and the Republic of Viet Nam. Returning to the USA, Jim put his efforts to work for the Iowa DOT in Des Moines and then on to the Reith-Riley Construction Co in Indiana on interstate highway construction. His work for the Iowa DOT ended on I-35 construction from the Minn line to US-20 and into planning in the Sioux City, District Office and Office of Advanced Planning in Ames. His last move was to the CCEE Dept at ISU for a 20 year teaching, research and extension position. His research and his love shall always remain close to a bulldozer or slip form paver. Improving the concrete pavement construction process was his task in life and he lived it to the fullest.
Jim married Jeanne A. Putsch on June 21, 1964 in Blue Mound, Illinois. Together they raised two great sons, Matt and Steve. Jeanne died of cancer in 1995.
In 1999 Jim married Elizabeth A. Wilt on May 22, 1999 in Ames, Iowa. This action added Melissa, Dustin and Joe Wilt to the family.
Jim loved the outdoors and enjoyed trapshooting and reloading all types of guns. He could sit for hours and watch wildlife at our home or in the woods and never pull the trigger.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Wilt-Cable of Ames; children, Matthew J. Cable (Val Camparo) of Ankeny, IA; Stephen K. Cable (Courtney) of Riverside, IA; grandchildren Silas Cable and Theda Cable of Riverside, IA; step children Melissa Wilt of Oak Park, Ill; Dustin Wilt of Plymouth, MN; Josepth (Erikka) Wilt of Minitonka, MN; step grandchildren Lars and Soren Olson of Oak Park, Ill, Hugh Wilt of Minnitonka, MN; Seth, Nate and Matthew Garland of Ankeny, IA; sisters, Cathy (Jim) Porter of Urbandale, Iowa and Patricia(Steve) Felix of Sioux City, Iowa along with nieces and other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife and brother, Edward Cable.
The family requests no flowers, Memorials may be directed to the Bliss Cancer Center, 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, 50010 or the Israel Family Hospice House, 400 South Dakota Ave, Iowa 50014.
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Associate Professor James (Jim) K. Cable 77, of Ames passed away July 10, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.
Jim Cable, the son of Earl and Helen Cable was born on June 4, 1941 at the St. Francis Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. He attended grade school in Hudson, Iowa and graduated from Dike High School. He received a BSCE in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University (ISU) in 1964 and a MSCE in Transportation from ISU in 1976. In 1994 he completed a PhD in Transportation Engineering from the University of Illinois.
From the time Jim started grade school and observed pipeline construction first hand, he sought to be a Civil Engineer. After ISU graduation, Jim worked for the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) in Waterloo until the Army decided to use his degree at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and the Republic of Viet Nam.
Civilian life put Jim’s civil engineering efforts to work for the Iowa DOT in Des Moines and then on to the Reith- Riley Construction Co in Indiana on interstate highway construction. His work for the Iowa DOT ended on I-35 construction from the Minnesota line to US-20 and into planning in the Sioux City, District Office and Office of Advanced Planning in Ames.
Jim joined the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at Iowa State University in 1985 He conducted research and taught in the area of concrete pavement construction. He was known for his engaging personality and his desire to make a difference in lives of students and in the community. He retired from Iowa State University in 2007. Research and extension work were his continuing connection with the “real” world. His research and his love was always close to a bulldozer or slipform paver.
Jim married Jeanne A. Putsch on June 21, 1964 in Blue Mound, Illinois. Together they raised two sons, Matt and Steve. Jeanne died of cancer in 1995. In 1999 Jim married Elizabeth A. Wilt on May 22, 1999 in Ames, Iowa, which added Melissa, Dustin and Joe Wilt to the family.
Jim loved the outdoors and enjoyed trapshooting and reloading all types of guns. He could sit for hours and watch wildlife at our home or in the woods and never pull the trigger.
Gloria Cain
September 23, 1947-January 13, 2019
Gloria Cain, age 71, of Ames, passed away on January 13, 2019 in Kansas City.
Friends may call from 5-7:00 P.M. on Friday, February 1, 2019 at the Adams Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Ames with Father James Secora as celebrant. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Gloria’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the St. Gerard’s Circle (2900 Hoover Avenue, Ames, IA 50010 / parishlife@stceciliaparish.org)
Gloria Cain was born September 23, 1947 to Wendlin and Donna (Heim) Baumgartner, in Wahpeton, North Dakota. She graduated top of her class from St. Martins Academy (South Dakota) in 1965. Gloria attended South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, SD and then transferred to Iowa State University where she received her bachelor’s degree in Journalism. She completed her master’s degree in Home Economics from Iowa State University in 1976. Gloria married Patrick Cain on December 28, 1966 in Rapid City, SD.
Gloria worked at Iowa State University as an academic advisor for Computer Science. She received the 2009 “Cytation award” from the ISU Professional and Scientific Council that recognizes faculty that go above-and-beyond the call of duty. Gloria was very active with her CFM group, St. Gerard’s Circle and was the Co-Chair of the Saint Cecilia Council of Catholic Women. She was the editor and membership chair for the Iowa-affiliate of American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. She was a member of the AAFCS for 46 years. Gloria was an avid reader and loved Agatha Christie mystery novels. She also enjoyed quilting and cross-stitching, spending time with her family, grandkids and playing board games.
Gloria is survived by her son, Robert (wife, Jennifer) and their children, Gabriel and Megan; daughter, Danielle (husband, Cason Stone) and their children, Elsa and Cooper (who was born on January 8, 2019); her brother Thomas (Sharon) Baumgartner, Stephen (Barbara) Baumgartner, Jerome (Teresa) Baumgartner, Elaine Baumgartner, Loretta (Tom) Pillatzki, Richard Baumgartner, Joseph Baumgartner, Charles Baumgartner, John (Jane) Baumgartner, Andrew (Cheryl) Baumgartner, Ronald Baumgartner, Bob Baumgartner, Craig (Belinda) Baumgartner, Dale (Sarah) Baumgartner, Gary Baumgartner, and Kevin Baumgartner.
She was preceded in death by her husband Patrick Cain, and her parents.
Elizabeth Carlson
February 11, 1930-December 18, 1998
Irving Carlson
July 14, 1926-February 23, 2019
Irving was born on his family’s farm in Colbert, Washington on July 14, 1926 to Joseph August and Anna (Ingo) January. He grew up in the Spokane area. Irving loved life on the farm even though there was never any indoor plumbing and no electricity before he was 13. He graduated from Mead High School in 1944. He continued his education initially at Whitworth College where he was inspired by an exceptional Botany professor. He then transferred to Washington State University where he majored in Agronomy and earned his Bachelors and Masters. During his time there he met the love of his life, Elizabeth Emtman, and they were married on June 15, 1952.
Following the wedding they took their first cross country road trip to Madison, Wisconsin. There, in 1955, Irving obtained his PhD in Agronomy specializing in Plant Breeding from the University of Wisconsin.
In 1956 Irving launched his career as a plant breeder at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. In 1960 he took a position in the Agronomy department at Iowa State University. A key focus of his work was the development of new varieties of orchard grass and other cool season forage crops. In addition, Irving advised many graduate students from around the country and around the world.
Irving and Elizabeth were blessed with 2 children, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. He had a strong interest in the lives of all of his offspring – visiting them, traveling with them, sending them interesting newspaper clippings, and discussing the weather with them.
Irving enjoyed traveling. Each summer the family took a 3-4 week road trip, exploring all corners of the US. Later Irv and Liz expanded their scope to Europe, Russia, Japan, and Australia. A memorable trip was one to visit extended family in Sweden, Finland, and Germany.
Irving was an avid reader, especially enjoying nonfiction historical books about the lives of interesting people. The Lewis & Clark Expedition and Native American history were special interests. On his travels he would often visit the places he had read about.
In Ames he enjoyed hiking in the woods near his home. He was a fan of ISU football and basketball. And as a long- time Chicago Cubs fan, he was excited when they won the World Series in 2016. Irving was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church for nearly 60 years.
Irving will be remembered by those who knew him as a kind, gentle, humble, and friendly person who cared for others and took a genuine interest in their lives.
Irving was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth, his parents, his brother Ivar, and his sister Mildred. Irving is survived by his sister Margaret; children Susan (Terry) and Steven (Karen); grandchildren John (Sherry), Christian, Scott, and Kate; and great-grandson Leif.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Irving Theodore Carlson passed away at Edward Hospital in Naperville, Ill., on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019. Irving was born on his family’s farm in Colbert, Wash., on July 14, 1926, to Joseph August and Anna (Ingo) Carlson. He grew up in the Spokane area. Irving loved life on the farm even though there was never any indoor plumbing and no electricity before he was 13. He graduated from Mead High School in 1944. He continued his education initially at Whitworth College where he was inspired by an exceptional Botany professor. He then transferred to Washington State University where he majored in agronomy and earned a bachelor’s and a master’s degree. During his time there, he met the love of his life, Elizabeth Emtman, and they were married on June 15, 1952. Following the wedding, they took their first cross-country road trip to Madison, Wis. There, in 1955, Irving obtained his PhD in agronomy, specializing in plant breeding from the University of Wisconsin.
In 1956, Irving launched his career as a plant breeder at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. In 1960, he took a position in the Agronomy department at Iowa State University. A key focus of his work was the development of new varieties of orchard grass and other cool season forage crops. In addition, Irving advised many graduate students from around the country and around the world.
Irving and Elizabeth were blessed with two children, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. He had a strong interest in the lives of all of his offspring — visiting them, traveling with them, sending them interesting newspaper clippings, and discussing the weather with them.
Irving enjoyed traveling. Each summer the family took a 3- to 4-week road trip, exploring all corners of the U.S. Later, Irv and Liz expanded their scope to Europe, Russia, Japan and Australia. A memorable trip was one to visit extended family in Sweden, Finland and Germany. Irving was an avid reader, especially enjoying nonfiction historical books about the lives of interesting people. The Lewis and Clark expedition and native American history were special interests. On his travels he would often visit the places he had read about. In Ames he enjoyed hiking in the woods near his home. He was a fan of ISU football and basketball. And as a long-time Chicago Cubs fan, he was excited when they won the World Series in 2016. Irving was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church for nearly 60 years.
Irving will be remembered by those who knew him as a kind, gentle, humble and friendly person who cared for others and took a genuine interest in their lives.
Irving was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth; his parents; his brother, Ivar; and his sister, Mildred. Irving is survived by his sister, Margaret; children, Susan (Terry) and Steven (Karen); grandchildren, John (Sherry), Christian, Scott, and Kate; and great-grandson, Leif.
Dorothy Christy
July 5, 1932-July 13, 2018
Dorothy was born on July 5,1932 on a farm near Roland, Iowa, to Magnus and Ella Hall Olson. She met her future husband of 56 years, Jim Christy, while working as a secretary in the administrative offices of Iowa State University Extension. She and Jim were married in 1955 and made their home in Nevada, Iowa, where they raised their two children, Julie and Jon.
Dorothy was a homemaker and used her skills to nurture and develop a strong faith and love of learning in her children. Together Jim and Dorothy were very active supporters of all aspects of the Memorial Lutheran Church faith community, the Nevada Community
School System, Story County 4-H, and Iowa State University.
Upon retirement, Dorothy and Jim moved to Timberland Village, part of the Bethany Life Retirement Community in Story City, Iowa. One special retirement highlight for Jim and Dorothy was a trip to Norway, with their adult children and their spouses, to reconnect with relatives and visit the home where her grandfather was born. Dorothy never tired of hearing from friends and family. She held close to her heart the Milford Township Roland communities where she was raised.
Dorothy passed away on July 13, 2018, in Sansgard House, Homes of Bethany, Story City, Iowa. Dorothy is survived by her daughter Julie (Jerry) Bisher, Christian, Cody, Casey, Corey and families, her son, Jon (Janeen) Christy, and her brother, James (Irene) Olson, and
sister-in-laws, Leta Mae Christy, and Naomi McClurg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jim Christy, her brother, Loren Olson, and her brother-in- laws, Richard Christy, and George McClurg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to Memorial Lutheran Church, Nevada, Iowa, and Bethany Life Communities, Story City, Iowa.
Tribute by her daughter, Julie Bisher
ISU work experience:
Upon graduation from Roland High School in 1950 my mother was hired as part of a secretarial pool at Iowa State University. She worked in both Morrell and Curtis Hall for ISU Extension and State 4-H services from 1950 -1955.
Highlight of their employment:
The highlight of her employment was triple fold. She said her education came from working with very intelligent and professional ISU staff. She made many friends among her co-workers; people she kept in contact with for a lifetime, AND, she met her future husband, Jim Christy from Vinton, IA, whom she married in 1955.
Personal memory:
Because my parents made their home in Nevada, and my dad worked for the Story County Extension Service, as a family our lives were built around relationships with Iowa State University and the Story County community as a whole. My brother and I had the advantage of learning all about college before we were of college age because of the time we spent with our parents going to various campus activities and events. Consequently, we both have had careers in the public schools and higher education settings.
Other thoughts to share:
If I could turn back time for my mother, I wish that she could have continued to work at ISU. In 1955 many women thought, once married, their place was in the home raising children. It was simply part of the culture of the times. While she was a wonderful mother and homemaker, as we grew older, I sensed her longing to be back at ISU in an office and using her intellect and skills in the way she discovered them from 1950 - 1955. If mom were standing here today she would be more than willing to tell you about how much that five year work experience at ISU helped enrich the life of a young rural Iowa farm girl.
Samuel Clauson
March 31, 1948-July 6, 2018
Samuel Clauson, age 70, of Stratford Specialty Care and formerly of Boone, died Friday, July 6, 2018 at the home. Per his wishes, he has been cremated and a Memorial Service will be Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 10:30 a.m., at the Schroeder-Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall in Boone with Rev. King Smith officiating. Burial of his cremains will be in the Bass Point Cemetery north of Boone. Samuel "Sam" Edward Clauson was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on March 31, 1948, the son of Rev. Ralph and Luellamae (Skarin) Clauson. He graduated from Boone High School in 1966. On January 19, 1973, Sam was united in marriage to Susan Kay Jones in Elk Point, South Dakota. He worked as a salesman and in the service department for over 35 years at Duffy's Appliance in Boone. Then Sam worked for ISU Dining until his retirement in February of 2012. Sam was a past president of the Boone County Historical Society and coached and umpired in the Boone Little League. He had a love for history and enjoyed fishing, traveling and collecting stamps and postcards. Most of all, he had a great sense of humor and loved spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Daniel Clauson. Sam is survived by his wife, Susan, of Boone; daughter, SaLynn Lemke and fiance, Bruce Conley, of Johnston; two sons, Scott and Greg Clauson both of Boone; five grandchildren, Allison and Emma Lemke and Chloe, Samantha and Owen Clauson and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Schroeder-Reimers Memorial Chapel on Monday, July 9, 2018, from 4 until 8 p.m. where the family will be present from 5 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.
Barnett Cook
November 25, 1923-July 12, 2018
Barnett Charles Cook died July 12, 2018 at Clear Lake, Iowa, his summer residence for the past 28 years. Mr Cook was born on November 25, 1923, in Chicago, Illinois, to Harold Cook and his wife, Helen Willers Cook. He graduated from Maine Township High School in Park Ridge, Illinois, in 1941 and enlisted in the US Army Air Force in 1942. He studied electrical engineering at several US colleges before being deployed to Brazil, where he served on a communications team that received and relayed information between the African and Pacific theaters. He was discharged in 1945 and enrolled in Northwestern University, from which he received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He then joined the University of Chicago as a betatron engineer and began graduate work in the physics department. He received his PhD in physics from Chicago in 1954 and joined the faculty at Iowa State University (ISU).There he taught graduate and undergraduate classes, directed graduate students and applied his experimental and mathematical skills to conduct and publish research in the area of photonuclear physics. He took sabbaticals at Los Alamos National Laboratory. He met Laura Rypstat Richards, an ISU graduate student, at the Unitarian Fellowship of Ames and they were married in 1979. He was a loving stepfather to Anne Richards and husband Iraj (Atlanta), Paul Richards and wife, Elsa (Des Moines) and Steve Richards (Des Moines) and grandfather to Anne Apatiga Dragoo and Daniel Apatiga (Tampa) and Thomas Richards (Des Moines). He was predeceased by his sister, Roberta Van Keurn. His nieces Donna Carpenter, husband Bruce and Robin Wann, husband Tim, live in Santa Rosa, CA.
He retired in 1993 and moved to Tallahassee, where he and his wife enjoyed music, theater, and science programs at FSU, activities with the Faculty and Friends Club and traveled extensively. He was a member of the Unitarian Universalist (UU) Church of Tallahassee and served on the finance and endowment committees. He also served for ten years on the board of the UU United Nations Office which informs UU congregations about the service activities of the UN. Memorials may be made to the Unitarian Universalist Church of Tallahassee, 2810 N. Meridian Road, Tallahassee, Fl 32312 or the UU United Nations Office, 777 UN Plaza, Suite 7G, New York 10017.
Published in Tallahassee Democrat on Aug. 12, 2018
Ike Crase
June 8, 1943-November 3, 2018
Isaac (Ike) Clyde Crase, 75, of Ames, Iowa died at Bethany Life in Story City on November 3, 2018. Ike had been diagnosed in 2010 with inclusion-body myositis, an autoimmune disorder, and ultimately succumbed to its muscle- deteriorating effects.
Ike was born June 8, 1943 in Roxana, Kentucky to Ida and Ted Crase, both schoolteachers; he was the middle of five children. He grew up in the beautiful mountains of eastern Kentucky, scampering among the hills and lush wooded landscape, and swimming and fishing in the Kentucky River. He attended various one-room primary schools in Letcher County, often taught by his parents. He spent two years at Whitesburg High School in Whitesburg, Kentucky, before transferring to Cumberland High School in Harlan County, where he excelled academically and was on the basketball team, earning all-district honors.
Ike graduated as valedictorian from Cumberland High School in 1960 and attended Berea College in Berea, Kentucky from 1960-64. At Berea he majored in math and chemistry and worked in the college library throughout his time there; he remarked how much he loved the smell of the old books in the library stacks, and the moments of downtime when he could sneak away and read in a corner. He spent his Berea summers harvesting peas in Mendota, Illinois, a difficult and grueling job that gave him an appreciation for the labor of migrant workers and a lifetime of stories. Berea was also where he met and fell in love with Sedahlia Jasper.
In 1966 he earned a Master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Kentucky, before spending a year teaching math at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. He married Sedahlia Jasper in 1967, and while she was earning a Master’s degree at the University of Kentucky, he taught math at Berea College. Ike and Sedahlia moved to Ames, Iowa in 1969 to attend Iowa State University, where Ike completed further graduate studies in math.
Ike worked as a systems analyst for the State of Iowa Comptroller in the mid-1970s and at Sundstrand hydro- transmissions (now Danfoss) during the late 70s and most of the next 25 years. He left Sundstrand for a couple of years to try his hand as a stock broker, but despite enjoying investing, sales was not to his liking, so he returned to Sundstrand. In the last decade of his career, he was a systems engineer at Engineering Animation (now Siemens). He periodically taught mathematics as an adjunct instructor at various colleges in Iowa. He retired in 2009 to several years of travel all over the world with Friendship Force International and other groups. By 2016, he was unable to travel due to his increasing decline.
Ike loved nature, especially moon-gazing (which, for his kids, he called the “moo moo”), and had a fascination with geology and rock-hunting. He could spend hours roaming the woods, a beach, or a lake looking for beautiful rocks, which lined his longtime Baker Street home and later his room at Bethany Life. He had a love affair with Ada Hayden Park in Ames, spending hours upon hours walking—and later zooming in his electric wheelchair—through the trails and connecting, in his own spiritual way, with nature.
Ike was an avid—avid—lover of all sports, and had a close place in his heart for the Kentucky Wildcats basketball team, cheering them on relentlessly. Growing up, he excelled at basketball, and in his adult life he passionately competed in regional racquetball tournaments. Later in life, he picked up tennis and golf. Throughout his life, he loved watching—and talking about—a wide variety of sports.
He was a beautiful writer and voracious reader. He enjoyed playing with words, once eulogizing the family cat, Friskit, by writing, “She will not impatiently ‘raehr’ in that inimitable fashion at someone imprudent enough to nap in her
presence.” When Brandon played little league baseball, Ike would craft weekly newsletters touting each player’s achievements; the boys upped their play in efforts to receive mentions in his “Ruminations from the Equipment Locker” newsletter. When Ike and Sedahlia left their longtime home on Baker Street for a more accessible home, he penned a farewell poem that started “I will wake up tomorrow on Baker no more forever / I will watch the moo moo rise above the stately Baker trees nevermore” and, after stanzas recounting his fond memories from that home, he concluded with a hopeful tone: “And the sun will come up tomorrow / And the moo moo will rise majestically to new surroundings.”
As a child, he entertained himself by reading a full encyclopedia set. He begged his parents to purchase the full World Book set, and—although this was an expensive purchase for them and had to be paid in installments—they never tired of recalling his joy when the thick reference books arrived and he began to devour each one in turn, page by page. His fervor for learning never slowed. After retirement he engaged in continuing education classes and trips, soaking up newfound knowledge in courses covering geology, the universe, music, politics, religion, humor, and history. While his body was slowly deteriorating, his mind was flourishing.
When his muscles prevented him from walking, he affectionately offered his own middle name to his electric wheelchair, “Clyde.” Clyde provided him newfound freedom to zoom through the trails of Ada Hayden Park, leaving anyone walking with him in his dust.
Ike was fun-loving and quick with a laugh. He loved to play. He was clever, but at all times humble in his humor. He was not the center of attention, but was always ready with a subtle joke and a wry smile.
Ike was, at his core, a loving father and spouse. He was the epitome of a gentle, loving, nurturing, and devoted father, full of unconditional love for Kirsten and Brandon. The first night at home after Kirsten was born, he stumbled walking down a dark flight of stairs holding her. He would share the story of protecting Kirsten by holding her above his body, as he tumbled down the stairs. He was ever-present at Brandon’s sporting events, and held the rare honor of having been kicked out of a high school tennis match for over-cheering. He was also a devoted attendee of Kirsten and Brandon’s dance recitals. He would share photos of Sedahlia from their travels together, affectionately referring to her as his trophy wife, and he never tired of celebrating her professional accomplishments and her character.
Ike died peacefully at Bethany Life, the place that had become his secure home, a place where he was lovingly cared for over the past 10 months. He was surrounded by a circle of devoted staff, friends, and family. Ike will be cremated, as he wished, so that he can return to the earth he so loved. We will think of him each time we see a gem of a rock and a full “moo moo” lighting up a dark night.
Ike is survived by his wife, Sedahlia Jasper Crase, Ames; two children, Kirsten Lee Crase, Takoma Park, Maryland, and Brandon Keith Crase, Chicago; two siblings, Guinevere (Gwen) Ison, Somerset, Kentucky, and Kenneth Wayland Crase (Mary Sue), North Augusta, South Carolina; and his sister-in-law, Kathy Jasper Weiler, Somerset, Kentucky. In addition he is survived by nieces and nephews Randall Keith Ison (Janie), Deanna Marie Ison, Kimberly Crase Claytor (Joe), Katherine Denise Crase, James Karl Crase (Melissa), Valerie Gail Crase Scholovich (Pete), and Teddy Keith Crase.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ida Lee Coots Crase and Theodore (Ted) Crase; his brother, James Douglas Crase; his sister Martha Elaine Crase; his brother-in-law Paul Rowan Weiler; and his sister-in-law Janice Hunley Crase.
Visitation will be on Thursday, November 8, from 4-7 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home in Ames. A Celebration of Life will be on Friday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames.
In lieu of flowers, the gift of a donation may be made in Ike's memory to his beloved alma mater, Berea College, Berea KY 40404 (https://give.berea.edu/donate).
Tribute by his wife, Sedahlia
ISU work experience:
Graduate teaching assistant, Department of Mathematics, 1969-1973.
Highlight of their employment:
Math Instr, Berea College, Berea, KY, 1967-69; Grad Tchg Asst, Dept Mathe, ISU, 1960-73; Systems Anal, St of Iowa Comptroller, 1970s; Sundstrand/Danfoss Hydrotr, 1980s-'90s; PiperJaffrayHopwood, stockbroker, 1981-83; Systems Engineer, EnginAnima/Siemens, 2002-09; math adj instr, various IA colleges, evenings in misc years.
Personal memory:
Ike loved a) his family (Kirsten, Brandon, Sedahlia); b) nature (rocks, geology, night sky watching, the woods, water places, Ada Hayden Park (Ames, IA), national parks; c) sports (UKY basketball; playing basketball (high sch all- district), racquetball, tennis, golf; watching and talking about many sports); d) words (reading, writing, playing with words); e) learning (contin educa, traveling all over the world, learning from family/friends. Ike truly was an artist, formally educated in mathematics, whose non-work life reflected his passions.
Other thoughts to share:
Ike was fun-loving and quick with a laugh. He loved to play. He was clever, but at all times humble in his humor. He was not the center of attention, but was always ready with a subtle joke and a wry smile. Ike was, at his core, a loving father and spouse. He was the epitome of a gentle, loving, nurturing, and devoted father, full of unconditional love for Kirsten and Brandon. He valued his KY roots and his Appalachian heritage. He loved his KY Wildcats!
Elizabeth Dahm
March 17, 1920-February 27, 2019
Elizabeth “Betty” Jane Dahm, 98, of Ames, passed away on Feb. 27, 2019, at Northcrest Community in Ames. Born on March 17, 1920, in Vincennes, Ind., Betty was the daughter of Walter and Bernice (Harrison) Baker. Betty earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois-Champaign and did post-graduate work in journalism at Iowa State University. Betty was united in marriage to Paul Dahm on June 6, 1941, at the Heyworth Presbyterian Church in Heyworth, Illinois. She was a homemaker and then worked for the Iowa State University press as the head proof reader for many years. Betty was a member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames, where she served as a deaconess. She was also on the committee to redesign the sanctuary. Betty was also a member of P.E.O. While in college, Betty was a member of the Sigma Kappa Sorority, and had remained active with the ISU Chapter for many years. She was an avid tennis player, and competed in the senior Olympics. Betty enjoyed poetry and was a member of the Iowa Poetry Association. She had some of her poems published in the yearly publication “Lyrical Iowa.”
Betty knows that she was loved and wanted her family and friends to know she loved them. Betty is survived by her children, Patricia Flores, of San Antonio, Texas, Margaret Stevenson, of Mareno Valley, Calif., and Paul “Fred” (Diane) Dahm, of Austin, Texas; seven grandchildren, Angela (Brandon) Fain, Matthew (Sara) Stevenson, Elizabeth (William) Wang, Carter (Lauren) Dahm, Brian (Elizabeth) Dahm, Sarah (Emerson) Hunte, and Jeffrey (Annie) Dahm; 14 great- grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Dahm; sister, Virgina Shuman; brother, Walter (Maude) Baker; and a sister- in-law, Jean Gehrt.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul; a son, Charles Dahm; a grandson, Richard Flores; a sister, Harriett Baker; and brothers, William Baker and Fred Baker. A private graveside service will be at a later date in ISU cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, and online condolences may be left for Betty’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Betty’s name may be directed to Northcrest Community or Collegiate Presbyterian Church.
Lucille Danks
July 7, 1924-June 14, 2018
Lucille Danks, age 93, passed away June 14, 2018 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 18 at Napier United Methodist Church in Napier. Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 19, also at Napier United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Prairie Center Cemetery. Anna Lucille Danks was born July 7, 1924 to H. Lloyd and Lena Emma (Grimm) Eveland in rural Dallas County, Iowa. She graduated in 1946 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Home Economics from Iowa State University. Lucille and Joseph "Joe" Leland Danks were married August 11, 1946 at Napier United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker and a fan of Iowa State football and women's basketball. Lucille is survived by her children, Susan (Eudene) Lund of Jewell and Jim (Dana) Danks of Slater; her grandchildren, Joseph (Emily) Danks of Urbandale and Jack (Jaimie Fast) Danks of Ankeny; and one greatgrandchild, Adelaide Lucille. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Joe. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in her name. Soderstrum Funeral Home in Slater is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and may be shared at www.soderstrumfuneralhome.com
Reatha Diedrichs
December 27, 1936-October 1, 2013
Reatha was born on December 27, 1936 and passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Reatha was a resident of Ames, Iowa.
Patricia Dinsmore
February 18, 1942-April 7, 2019
Patricia Ann Dinsmore, formerly of Ames, died peacefully in Lady Lake, Fla., on April 7, 2019, after a long illness. Pat was born in Newton, Mass., on Feb. 18, 1942, to William and Sarah Hoops, and graduated from Newton High School.
She attended Northeastern University and Iowa State University, graduating from ISU in 1964, and on Aug. 29, 1964, married Jim Dinsmore. She lived in Madison, Wis., Gainesville, Fla., and Tampa, Fla., and returned to Ames in 1975, where she lived until 2006.
Her life was centered around her family and home. She was active with and an officer in numerous groups, including the ISU Women’s Club, Ames Partner City Board, Ames Swimming and Diving Club, PEO Chapter LN and several groups at Collegiate United Methodist Church. Pat had a long-time fascination with whales.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one son; one granddaughter; and a brother.
She is survived by her husband, of The Villages, Fla.; son, Stephen and wife, Karen Kinkead, of Ames; daughter, Susan Dinsmore-Talbott and husband, Kevin Talbott, of Omaha, Neb.; daughter, Elizabeth Morden and husband, George, of Coralville; six grandchildren; and sister, Joan Hoops, of Salisbury, Md.
Funeral services will be held at a later date in Ames. Her cremains will be interred at Riverside Cemetery in Fairhaven, Mass. Memorials are suggested to Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, 505 Fifth Ave., Suite 444, Des Moines, IA 50309 or Whale and Dolphin Conservation, 7 Nelson St., Plymouth, MA 02360.
Ione Dittmer
October 13, 1930-November 21, 2018
Ione Ruth Dittmer, 88, passed away on November 21, 2018 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, in Des Moines. She was born in Des Moines, on October 13, 1930, to Elton and Inza Cruikshank.
Ione was a Nutritionist with the Iowa State Extensions. Ione married the love of her life on July 18, 1953. She enjoyed roller staking, especially with her twin sister, square dancing, playing cards, hunting for morel mushrooms and spending time at their condo in the Ozarks. Above all else cherished time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Ione is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Loren; son, Randal (Donna) Dittmer; daughter, Rebecca (Jimmy) Dittmer-Smith; grandchildren, Jason (Julia) Smith, Jeremy (Jackie) Dittmer, Amanda (Eric) Dittmer-Bullard and Kavin Fagerlind; and great grandchildren, Taylor, Molly, Devin, Wyatt and Tessa. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Gene Cruikshank, Orvis Cruikshank and twin sister, Inza Cruikshank-Irons.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 25, 2018 from 5:00-7:00 p.m., with a 6:30 p.m., Rosary Service at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, November 26, 2018 at All Saints Catholic Church, 650 NE 52nd Ave., Des Moines with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to All Saints Catholic Church in memory of Ione.
Judy Dolphin
January 1, 1940-October 17, 2018
Judy Dolphin, 78, of Gales Ferry, Conn., passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at Hartford Hospital.
A memorial service is planned for 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at Ledyard Congregational Church UCC in Ledyard, Conn. In lieu of flowers or cards, consider sending a contribution to Ledyard Congregational Church Mission Fund.
Judy was born in Philadelphia and graduated from Westchester State Teachers College in 1962 with a degree in elementary education. Her first teaching job was in Cheltenham, Pa.
In 1963, she married Warren and together they moved to Columbus, Ohio, where she taught at Maize Road Elementary School for six years. Judy and Warren then moved to Maine, where Judy taught at Helen Hunt Elementary in Old Town, Maine.
In 1970, the Dolphins moved to Ames, where they raised their family and spent 37 years.
In Ames, Judy was an active member of the School Board, the League of Women Voters and United Church of Christ- Congregational. She worked for several years with the Social Services of Iowa before becoming programming director of the Ames-Iowa State University YWCA. She later became the director and served the Ames and Iowa State international community for more than a decade.
In 2007, Judy and Warren moved to Gales Ferry, Conn., to live on the Thames River and be closer to family.
Judy quickly became an integral part of the community, giving her time and talents to The League of Women Voters where she was a driving force in revitalizing the Southeastern chapter of the organization. She also served as co- president of the State League for two years.
Judy found the Ledyard Congregational Church upon her arrival in Connecticut and devoted herself to its many programs and missions. She was a Sunday school teacher, on the church council, took a leadership role in Women’s Fellowship, and was very active in the church’s mission programs, volunteering countless hours with the food pantry and working with refugee relocation.
Whether it was at the local farmers market or small retail stores, she was an outgoing member of the community no matter where she was. She may have met a stranger, but they didn’t stay that way for long. She was the light of her family’s life, and will be a beacon for future years.
She is survived by her husband, Warren, of Gales Ferry, Conn.; her son, Garth, also of Gales Ferry; her daughter, Jenny, of Colombo, Sri Lanka; her daughter-in-law, Lara; her son-in-law, Shannon; and her grandchildren, Avery, Hunter, Aidan and Brendan. She is also survived by her sister, Lynn Joiner, of Pennsburg, Pa.; and her brother, Harry L. Allen, of North Plainfield, N.J.
Linda Drennan
May 14, 1938-June 11, 2018
Linda Sue Drennan died June 11, 2018 at 80 years of age at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 21 at Adams Funeral Home in Ames with a visitation two hours prior to the service. Graveside services will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery with a lunch will follow that service. Linda Drennan was born May 14, 1938 to George and Loretta (Goez) Owens in Keokuk, Iowa. She grew up in Burlington and graduated from Burlington High School in 1956. Linda attended Grinnell College for two years. On November 8, 1958, she married Galen G. Drennan of Corning, and they were married 59 years. Linda worked as a secretary for 23 years at Iowa State University. She was a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church and Beta Sigma Phi sorority. Linda enjoyed reading, traveling, volunteering at Mary Greeley Medical Center, and the time she spent with friends and family.
Linda is survived by her husband, Galen Drennan of Ames; her sons, Galen (Kim) Drennan and Todd (Debbie) Drennan; her grandchildren, Michael, Matt (Tasha), Patrick, Dylan, Christine and Shayla; two great-granddaughters, Peyton and Indura; her brother, George (Colleen) Owens; her sisters, Sharon Owens and Cathy Oelkers; and his brother-in-law, Larry Paulson. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother-in-law, Donald Drennan; her sisters-inlaw, Roberta Paulson and Dorothy Drennan; and one great-nephew, Nickolas Owens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mary Greeley Medical Center Foundation, 1111 Duff Ave., Ames, IA 50010, or Ames Public Library Friends Foundation, PO Box 1832, Ames, IA 50010, or ISU Ag Ed Department at www.foundation.iastate.edu (note: Agricultural Education-Linda Drennan Memorial), or the charity of the donor's choice. See the links below. Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and may be shared at www.adamssoderstrum.com
Tribute by her husband, Galen Drennan
ISU work experience:
Linda worked 23 years at Iowa State University as a Secretary, most of that time for the Agriculture Education Department.
Highlight of their employment:
Linda just loved being around and helping the Ag. Ed. Students. Many days she would come home and remark about “meeting this new student named …. from …” She couldn’t wait for me to meet him/her too. Those types of experiences just made her day.
Norma Dudley
November 15, 1923-November 28, 2018
Norma Jean Dudley, 95, of Adel, Iowa passed away November 28, 2018 at the Kavanaugh House in Des Moines. Cremation has taken place at Johnson Family Funeral Home & Crematory and no services will be held.
Norma was born November 15, 1923 in Panora, Iowa to Earl M. and Jennie Mae (Marion) Dudley. She was one of 8 children born to this marriage. She graduated from Redfield High School and then enrolled at Iowa State University in Ames. During World War II, Norma moved to Detroit where she worked in a defense plant making parts for the war. She then moved to Nebraska where she worked for the State Extension Office covering the entire state of Nebraska before teaching in Colorado and Oregon before moving back to Iowa where she settled in Ames. In the mid 1950’s, Norma moved to Adel to take care of her parents. In her pastime she enjoyed, sewing, reading and spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Jennie Dudley, siblings, Max Dudley, Carl Dudley, Glen Dudley, John Dudley, Verna Larson and Dean Dudley.
She lease behind to cherish her memory, her sister, Margaret Petersen of Redfield; sister-in-law, Lois Dudley of Texas and a host of nieces and nephews all of whom will miss her greatly. (Arrangements: Johnson Family Funeral Home & Crematory - Dexter Chapel).
Tribute by her sister, Margaret Petersen
Norma Dudley was born on November 15, 1923 and died on November 28, 2018 at the age of 95. She graduated on August 29, 1947 from Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts with a Bachelor of Science of Home Management degree. She was based in Lincoln for the state of Nebraska for Extension, covering the whole state. She helped make pamphlets for problems they worked on at their level. She enjoyed crafts, especially leather.
Sara Duhrkopf
July 11, 1937-May 28, 2015
Sara "Sally" Duhrkopf, 77, of Waterloo, died May 28 at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home. She was born July 11, 1937, in Sumner, daughter of Alberta Duhrkopf. Sara graduated from Sumner High School in 1955 and received a bachelor's degree in English/psychology from Augsburg College, Minneapolis, in 1960. In 2003 she retired from her position working in Extension at Iowa State University. Prior to coming to Iowa she was with the office of the president at the University of California, where she served as administrative assistant to associate director of the budget. Before she joined the California Regents system she worked with the Jesuit School of Theology, Berkeley, Calif., where she was an administrative assistant to the president of the school. During the course and scope of her service, Sara worked with the Lutheran Church in several capacities, including secretary to the head of the church's press, radio and television unit. During this time she also worked in the Office of Scholarship and Exchange/Lutheran World Federation. Survived by: two sisters. Preceded in death by: her mother; and a brother, George (Dorothy) Duhrkopf.
Celebration of Life: 11 a.m. Saturday at Kimball Avenue United Methodist Church, 1207 Kimball Ave.
Sharil Dunn
September 9, 1939-August 27, 2018
Sharil Dunn, 78, of Ogden, Iowa, passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018, at the Eastern Star Masonic Home in Boone, Iowa. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Maas Cemetery northwest of Ogden. For online and condolences please visit: www.carsonstappfuneralhome.com Sharil Kay Jones was born on September 9, 1939, in Ogden, Iowa, the daughter of Hans and Pauline (Miller) Jones. She graduated with the Ogden High School class of 1957. She worked at Iowa State University until her retirement. Sharil is survived by her two sons, Matthew (Dana) Dunn of Ogden, Iowa, and their children, Karl (Emily) Jacobson, and Layne (Dallas) Morrill; Danelle (Hugh) Jebson of Carmel, California, and their children, Alex, Aidan, and Sophie; Mitch (Sheila) Dunn of Urbandale, Iowa, and their children Ellen, Caroline, William; one great granddaughter, Nora Jacobson; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Carroll Jones, two sisters, Ann Jons, and Betty Winkler. Memorials may be left to Suncrest Hospice, 5959 Village View Drive #100, West Des Moines, Iowa 50266.
Donald Durand
October 18, 1929-April 28, 2019
Donald Paul Durand, 89, of Ames, died April 28, 2019, at Northridge Village in Ames.
Donald was born in Bronx, New York, on Oct. 18, 1929, the son of Paul J. and Lucille E. (Murphy) Durand. He grew up on his parent’s vegetable farm in Millville, N.J. After graduation from Cape May Courthouse High School, Donald attended Guilford College in Greensboro, N.C., where he received a bachelor’s degree in biology. His subsequent graduate education was at Kansas State University where he earned a master’s degree in 1957, and a Ph.D. in 1960 in microbiology. He then began his long career as an educator and researcher at the University of Missouri Medical School in Columbia, Mo. In 1968, he joined the Microbiology Department at Iowa State University as associate professor, retiring as emeritus professor of plant pathology and microbiology in 1991. He often said, “I never went to work, meaning he enjoyed his teaching and research, and took pride in the success of his students.
Donald served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, serving in training new troops. He married Catherine Sayre in 1956 with whom he had four children: Paul, Steven, Diane and Deborah. They were divorced in 1976. He married Patricia Trimbell in 1989, enjoying nearly 30 years together. Nine of those early years were spent living and sailing the ocean on a catamaran, producing many cherished memories. They then went to Chico, Calif., where they lived for seven years, returning to Ames in 2007.
Donald is survived by his wife, Patricia Trimbell; two sons, Steven (Maureen) and Paul (Gretchen); a daughter, Deborah Durand (Kent Savely); and five grandsons, Timothy, Christopher, Roman, Mitchell and Jacob.
He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Diane; and his first wife, Catherine.
A celebration of Donald’s life is being planned for 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames where he was a long time member and friend.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com.
Larry DuVal
December 21, 1933-May 10, 2018
Larry Dean DuVal, 84, of Onawa, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018, at Elmwood Care Centre in Onawa. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church in Onawa, with the Rev. Shari Schwedhelm officiating. Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Army. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Jordan Township Cemetery, near Soldier, Iowa. Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Rush Family Care Service in Onawa. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.rushfamilycareservice.com.
Larry was born on Dec. 21, 1933, near Malvern, Iowa, the son of Lenard and Geneva (Hunt) DuVal. The family moved to a farm near Hemingford, Neb. when Larry was six months old, where his father and grandfather raised hogs, cattle, corn, wheat, and potatoes. The family moved back to farm west of Glenwood, Iowa in 1941, and later to the family farm west of Tabor, Iowa in 1945. Larry graduated from the Shady Grove Country School in 1948, from Tabor High School in 1951, and from Iowa State University in 1957 with a BS degree in dairy science. His college studies were interrupted for two years while he served in the U.S. Army, during which time he was based in central and southern Germany.
He married Rose Mariam Hadden on Aug. 15, 1954, in Soldier. To this union, four children were born, David, Dean, Dale, and Diane. The couple moved to Onawa in 1963. Larry worked with the Iowa State Extension Service, first in Audubon, Audubon County, Iowa as an intern, then Sidney, Fremont County, Iowa, and Red Oak, Montgomery County, Iowa, as a 4-H program assistant and program leader. In 1963, he became the Monona County Extension director, where he spent the remainder of his career in the Extension Service. He
retired from extension in 1989. In 1994, he ran for and was elected as the Monona County supervisor for the western district of the county.
He enjoyed computers, photography, farming, genealogy, hunting, fishing, and following the Iowa State University sports teams. He was involved with 4-H, the Master Gardener, tractor safety, and hunter education programs. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought much joy to his life. He belonged to several genealogy clubs, and was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Onawa.
Survivors include his children and their spouses, David and Shelley DuVal of Rudd, Iowa, Dean and JoAnn DuVal of Lebanon, Ohio, Dale and Julie DuVal of Logan, Iowa, and Diane and Dan Foss of Castana, Iowa; 13 grandchildren, Rachel DuVal, Megan DuVal, Alexander DuVal, Mitchel (Anne) Manning, Doug DuVal, Dennis DuVal, Darren (Kristen) DuVal, Deanne (Bryan) DuVal Jacobs, Matthew Kolker, Danielle Foss, Gavin Foss, Katie DuVal, and Jessica DuVal; four great-grandchildren, Raelynn King, Ember King, Bowyn King, and Sebastian Jacobs; two brothers and their wives, Jay and Sharon DuVal of Huntington Beach, Calif., and Bruce and Esta DuVal of Tabor; and one brother-in-law and his wife, Don and Darlene Hadden; and one sister-in-law and her husband, Ruth and Harley Beall, all of Sioux City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lenard and Geneva (Hunt) DuVal; his wife, Rose DuVal on Jan. 1, 1998; and two siblings, Joan DuVal and Byron DuVal, both of whom died in infancy.
Helen Eggleton
July 10, 1918-January 12, 2019
Helen Louise Eggleton passed from this life to her heavenly home on Jan. 12, 2019, in Denison, Texas, at the age of 100 1/2. Helen was born on July 10, 1918, in Riverside, Ill., to Alan Clyde and Haziel Ernst (Cook) Brown. She attended schools in Illinois and Iowa, receiving a master’s degree from Iowa State College in home economics. She taught at South Dakota State University before marrying Leonard Zerah Eggleton in 1941. They eventually made their long time home in Ames, where he was on the Extension Service staff at Iowa State University. Helen was mom to one son and four daughters who kept her busy at home, sewing many dance costumes and keeping up with all their activities and interests.
Helen and Len were faithful members of Collegiate Presbyterian Church where they were active in Westgate Mariners and Promise. Helen participated in United Presbyterian Women and rummage sales. They also became very involved with the Iowa-Yucatan Partners of the Americas and were life-time members and officers. They took many trips to Merida in the Yucatan peninsula, and Helen became a tour guide for a number of others traveling there. They hosted foreign exchange students from Central and South America. Helen was an active member of Friends of Foreign Wives at ISU as well as P.E.O. sisterhood, Bridge Club and the Ames Country Club. Helen and Len were among the first residents of Green Hills Retirement community in Ames and enjoyed the view from their 8th floor apartment. They spent many winters at their Bella Vista, Ark., home. Helen moved to the Southeast Oklahoma/North Texas area in 2009 to be closer to family.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Len; her parents; and sister, Ada Elizabeth Brown.
She is survived by her children, Gordon and spouse Kay Eggleton, of Durant, Okla.; daughters, Ada, and spouse, Greg Kemp, of Manchester, N.H.; Kate Eggleton, of New Castle, Pa.; Judith Eggleton, of Durant, Okla., and Sarah Eggleton and spouse, David Dessel, of Rapid City, S.D.; four grandchildren, Jennifer Swearengin and spouse, Matt, Matthew Eggleton and spouse, Katy, Michael Kemp and spouse, Erika, and Connor Dessel and spouse, Raeghan. She had five great-grandchildren, Ryker Marcy (spouse Tayler), Laura Swearengin, Edward and William Eggleton and Kai Kemp.
Arthur Elsberry
March 8, 1943-May 22, 2018
Arthur 'Art' Elsberry, age 75 of Boone, died Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at his home. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at 10:00 A.M., at Open Bible Church with Pastor Phil Waldo officiating. Burial will be in the Linwood Park Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the Boone Veterans Council. Friends may call at the Schroeder- Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall, on Monday from 6 until 8 p.m., at which time the family will be present. On Tuesday morning, friends may call at the Church from 9:00 A.M. until service time.
Arthur Marion Elsberry, was born in Boone, Iowa on March 8, 1943, the son of Arthur and Joyce (Lander) Elsberry. While in high school, Art signed to join the Marines following graduation. He graduated from Boone High School in Boone in 1961 and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in July of 1961. He was a Vietnam Era veteran and attained the rank of Corporal before being discharged in July of 1965.
On November 24, 1962, Arthur was united in marriage to Carol Ann Koop at the Florence Avenue Foursquare Church in Santa Fe Springs, California. In earlier years, he worked for the George A. Rolfes Co. in both Boone and Falls City, Nebraska, and later as a storekeeper at Iowa State University, retiring in March of 2008. Art spent fifteen years in Falls City, Nebraska but lived the majority of his life in Boone. He was an active member of Open Bible Church in Boone and served on the Falls City, Nebraska Utility Board. He enjoyed fishing, bike riding and reading. Art was a member of the October 2017 Boone County Freedom Flight.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Diana Lyn (Elsberry) Campbell. Art is survived by his wife Carol of Boone; daughter, Raylene O'Tool and husband, Shawn of Boone and their children, Jessica O'Tool, of Boone and her son, Zane, Daniel O'Tool of Fort Collins, Colorado, Jacob O'Tool and wife, Sara of Mason City, and Morgan Hawk and husband, Brian of Boone and their daughter, Anna; his daughter Diana Campbell's children, Trevor Campbell and fiance, Brittany Turner of Craig, Colorado, Erynn Campbell of Falls City, Nebraska, and Austin Campbell and girlfriend, Ashley Hinrichs of Ashland, Nebraska; son, Mark Elsberry and wife, Melissa of Boone and their children, Jorden Elsberry and wife, Mischa of Boone, Bryan Elsberry and wife Madison of Boone and their daughter, Charlotte, Shelbie Hanson and husband Dallis of Boone and their daughter, Evelyn, and Logan Elsberry of Cheyenne, Wyoming; a sister, Dixie Loomis and husband, Bill of Kalama, Washington; two brothers, Marlin Elsberry and wife, Jane and Dayle Elsberry and wife, Suellen all of Boone. In memory of Art, memorials may be directed to the Open Bible Church building fund.
Tribute by his wife, Carol Elsberry
March 8, 1943 – May 22, 2018
Art began his work at Iowa State University in September 1990 and continued until his retirement in March of 2008. He began his work for the University at Central Stores as a Storekeeper II. He remained there for several years before transferring to Chemistry Stores and eventually becoming a Storekeeper III. He enjoyed his years at the University and especially many of his coworkers. In the winter he grew a beard while at Chemistry Stores since he worked on the dock. He often told his family about how cold it was while receiving in inventory or filling liquid nitrogen tanks. He missed his coworkers after retirement and dropped by a few times to see how things were going. Art was a man of faith who enjoyed his family, reading, fishing and traveling. He served his country by joining the Marine Corps after graduation from 1961 – 1965 and was able to go on the Boone County Iowa Freedom Flight in October 2017.
He is greatly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren (11) and great-grandchildren (5).
Ross Engel
April 18, 1926-February 9, 2019
Dr. Ross A. Engel, 92, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2019. Born on April 18, 1926, near Dike, Iowa, Ross was one of three children and the youngest child born to the late Jennie and Adam Engel. During World War II, Ross enlisted in the Navy serving on the aircraft carrier Gilbert Islands in The Pacific theater. He also spent time on Guam following the surrender of Japan.
Ross received a B.A. from Iowa Teachers College (Northern Iowa today), an M.A. from Drake University, and his PhD from the University of Iowa. He taught in Ackley, Iowa and also served as Principal in Radcliffe and Winfield, Iowa. He later became School Superintendent in Winfield and served as Assistant Superintendent in Iowa City. Ross joined the Iowa State faculty in 1965 and was a professor in Education Administration. In 1989 Ross retired from ISU.
Ross and Rosalind Kruempel were married on August 25, 1946. They spent almost 70 years together until Rosalind's passing on July 4, 2016. As a couple they loved to travel, visiting all 48 continental states and many foreign countries. Ross and Rosalind always were focused on family first. Their union produced four children, Vaughn (Grace) of Harlingen, Texas, Rick (Cathy) Engel of West Des Moines, Debra Engel (Paul Stricklin) of San Francisco, CA, and Kevin (Laura) Engel of Newton. They also have eight grandchildren, eight great
grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Ross and Rosalind had a love of sports and Ross, served a term on the Athletic Council at Iowa State. As former athletes themselves, both basketball players, they took great joy in attending Iowa State football and basketball games. Over the years they also attended hundreds of events featuring their children and grandchildren. They were their offspring's most ardent supporters.
Ross was an avid reader and could always be found with a book close by. He is remembered for his outstanding sense of humor and his ability to communicate with others. Family and friends will remember his lively tales shared at gatherings centered many times around a game of cards. His family especially will miss Ross as a mentor and the sage advice that he has passed down over the years. A memorial service will be planned in the future. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank our father's friends and caretakers at Calvin Community.
Tribute by his son, Vaughn Engel
ISU work experience: Professor, College of Education
Highlight of their employment:
Dad was instrumental in the training of many public school administrators. He enjoyed working with his many students and colleagues during his time at Iowa State.
Personal memory:
Ross and his wife, Rosalind, also an instructor at ISU for many years, were very dedicated to their educational responsibilities.
Other thoughts to share:
Three of their children, Rick, Debra, and Kevin, received at least one degree from ISU. Rick was a member of the ISU basketball team and our parents totally supporting ISU athletics.
Doris Epstein
January 31, 1933-December 25, 2018
Doris Eisenberg Epstein died at Freedom Village in Bradenton, FL on December 25, 2018. She was predeceased by her husband Abraham, emeritus professor of botany at Iowa State University and daughter Beth, a physician in Hood River, OR. She is survived by her eldest daughter Emily, son-in-law Craig Danner, grandsons Justin and Jonathan Danner, brother Benjamin and sister-in-law Marilyn Eisenberg and their family, and niece Lori Epstein Plaut, and her family.
Doris was born in Providence, RI to Joseph and Sarah Eisenberg on January 31, 1933. She grew up in Woonsocket, and graduated from Pembroke College, the women's adjunct college of Brown University. She married Abraham H. Epstein, from Colchester CT, in 1952, and the couple moved to San Diego, where Doris worked as a social worker. After two and a half years in San Diego, the couple moved to Madison, WI, after a brief stay with Doris' parents in Woonsocket, where their first daughter, Emily, was born. Their second daughter, Beth, was born in Madison. Six years later, the family moved to Ames, Iowa, where Doris earned an MA in library science and worked for many years as an elementary school media specialist at Crawford and Northwood Elementary Schools.
She was an active member of the Ames Jewish Congregation and the Interfaith Council. After retirement, Doris and Abe moved to Freedom Village in Bradenton in 2005, where they both volunteered as tutors with the Manatee Literacy Council. She participated in life at Freedom Village and sang in their choral group. They were active members of Temple Beth El in Bradenton, and later of the Congregation for Humanistic Judaism in Sarasota, as well as members of the Sarasota-Manatee Chapter of Americans United for the Separation of Church and State. Those wishing to honor Doris' memory are encouraged to make a donation to a charity of their choice.
Elinor Fehr
October 11, 1940-September 30, 2017
Elinor Lee Otis Fehr, 76, formerly a resident of Ames, IA, passed away peacefully at home in Chapel Hill, NC, with her husband by her side on Saturday, September 30, 2017.
Elinor was born on October 11, 1940 in Manhattan, KS, to Janet and Charles Otis. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1961 with a degree in Home Economics. She married Walter Fehr that same year and traveled to The Republic of Congo in Africa in 1962 where they served as educators for two years at the Congo Polytechnic Institute. In 1964, they moved to Ames where Walter attended graduate school at Iowa State University and joined the faculty of the university after graduation. They were blessed with three children all of whom graduated from Iowa State.
After happily calling Ames their home for 51 years, they moved to Chapel Hill the summer of 2015.
Elinor was an amazing wife, mom, Grandma, Nina and friend. Her greatest joy was her family and she devoted her life to their care and happiness. She was a wonder in the kitchen, on the sewing machine, and in the garden. Elinor was very active as a volunteer for activities within the Ames community, including the Ames public schools and the First Baptist Church. She contributed countless hours supporting her husband's career at Iowa State hosting graduate students at their home, illustrating publications, assisting with teaching activities, and working on soybean research in the field in Iowa and Puerto Rico. She loved traveling, crafting, kayaking, hiking, entertaining, and being anywhere with her family.
Elinor is survived by her husband of Chapel Hill, NC; her children, Susan Lutz (JD) of Chapel Hill, Steven (Kitty) of Waukesha, WI, and Kevin (Pam) of Madison, WI; and her grandchildren Ben, Lillie, Thomas, Connor, Claire, Quinn, Kate, and Noah.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at United Church of Chapel Hill. A private burial will be held at the Iowa State University cemetery. Memorials for Elinor may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.
Elinor was an inspiration to all who met her and will live on in our hearts forever.
Varlyn Fink
November 11, 1937-May 6, 2018
Varlyn D. Fink passed away on May 6, in Rancho Mirage, Calif., after a short illness. Varlyn was 80 years young and was finishing the winter season in the California Desert. Varlyn was born Nov 11, 1937, in Sumner, the fourth child of Alvetta and Frederick Fink. He was raised on the farm in Maynard and attended Iowa State University graduating with a degree in agriculture and subsequently a master’s degree in adult education.
On April 24, 1965, Varlyn married Jane (Costello), and they recently celebrated 53 years of marriage. He and Jane had three children and made their home in Anamosa. Varlyn worked for 33 years for Iowa State Extension Service running 4-H youth programs in Jones and Maquoketa Counties. Never one to sit idle, Varlyn also built and owned multiple apartment properties in Anamosa, as well as managed the family farms. In Varlyn’s childhood, he survived a sudden illness when the local doctor removed a ruptured appendix in a one room country office. Varlyn attributed his vitality for life and trust in God to this incident and forever kept the door knocker from this country office as a tribute to Dr. Hall who saved him.
Varlyn developed other lifelong interests in his youth: raising prize winning sheep through Fayette County FFA and teaching himself guitar. Varlyn’s involvement in FFA led to a career focused on youth and youth development. Varlyn had a deep love of music and guitars at a young age. He played in a number of bands: the Bob-o-links at Iowa State and the Versatiles in Jones County, St Paul’s Praise Band and, recently, with the Heritage Palm Cats in his desert community in California. He taught lessons for many years and always kept his guitar at hand.
Varlyn retired at the age of 55 from Iowa State Extension and went on to do volunteer work in Ghana, Albania, Romania, China and Mecca, Calif. All of his volunteer work centered on youth and community development in rural, agricultural regions. In Anamosa, he was an active volunteer and member of the Anamosa Community Foundation, the Grant Wood Art Festival and Rotary Club. He and Jane have spent the last 11 years wintering in Indio, Calif., and returning to Anamosa for the summer months. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Anamosa and St. John’s Lutheran Church in Palm Desert, Calif. Varlyn is survived by his wife, Jane (Costello);children, David (K’Lynn Struthers),Christine (Dr. Michael Hansen)and Marcy Fink (Dr. Walter Blank);six grandchildren, Rowan and Carter Fink, 11, Owen & Ella Hansen, 9, and August, 9, and Louis Blank, 7; his sisters, Evonne Faria and Donita Switzer of San Jose; and a brother, Loel of Vinton. Varlyn was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Lewain; and AFS International Programs son, Alfred Eliason.
Varlyn shared many life lessons with his family and the community. A recent conversation with him was a reflection on working with people and teams. He stated that so many times you have to work with what you have and most of the time, people exceed your expectations. It was this positive outlook on people that gave Varlyn a blessed life and left an enduring legacy to his surrounding communities. He will continue to be loved and missed. Funeral services will be held 10:30 Monday morning, May 21, 2018, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Anamosa, with interment in the Riverside Cemetery. Rev. Rodney Blumel will officiate at the services. Friends may call from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 20, 2018, at the Goettsch Funeral Home, Anamosa. Thoughts, memories and condolences may be left at www.goettshonline.com. Memorials donations can be made to St Paul’s Lutheran Church in Anamosa or the Anamosa Community Foundation.
Giles Fowler
January 3, 1934-November 3, 2018
Giles Merrill Fowler—father, husband, journalist, author, teacher and cheerful troublemaker—died riding a deep and emphatically requested morphine wave November 3 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. He spent most of 84 years indulging his appetites for life’s finer pleasures, particularly stimulating company and a bottle or four of the good stuff, with infectious verve and vigor. He fought the indignities of aging with a witty, vinegary constitution. The cause of his demise was a tooth infection that led to respiratory and cardiac complications.
Giles was born in Kansas City, Mo., to Richard B. and Elinor Montgomery Fowler. Richard spent most of his working life at the Kansas City Star, eventually becoming its editor and president, and Giles was doomed to follow his father into a disreputable but joyous trade.
Giles matriculated—and no doubt raised a measure of rabble—at Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, and the Columbia University School of Journalism (the photo shown was taken about that time). He interned for three summers at the Star, which led to a general-assignment reporting position there. At about that time he also took a year’s leave to work at The Times of London as a visiting reporter, clinching forever his love of all things British.
From 1963-78 he served as the Star’s film and theater critic, during which time the paper significantly beefed up its arts coverage. He then spent three years as a writer and then editor at the paper’s Sunday magazine.
In 1981, Giles indulged a long-held interest in teaching and was given a one-year position as Seaton Visiting Professional in Journalism at Kansas State University. Hopelessly hooked on guiding and corrupting impressionable young minds, Giles then got a job teaching at what’s now the Greenlee School of Journalism at Iowa State University in Ames. A peerless raconteur, he was capable of keeping even a nuts-and-bolts reporting class spellbound with a wide-eyed energy that telegraphed to students that journalism was an ideal way to explore life. He could be a demanding but ever-encouraging teacher, and his students wanted less to earn a good grade than his hard-won approbation.
Giles also crafted specialized courses that indulged his interests and inculcated them into students. These included courses on criticism, literary journalism and the intersection of classic American fiction and journalism. Giles and his second wife, Veronica Lorson Fowler, also hosted occasional literary salons in their home where, if the befogged memories of those who claim to have attended can be believed, spirited conversation and drink flowed with abandon.
After retiring in December 2002 Giles pursued his interests in writing short fiction and a book-length nonfiction account of a sensational 1909 murder case in Kansas City, “Deaths on Pleasant Street,” which won ForeWord Reviews’ book of the year.
Twice married and divorced, Giles called his children “the joys and redemption of my life.” They are Stephen Fowler (m. Mirjana Risek), Toronto; Andrew Fowler, Bangkok, Thailand; Kate Fowler, Yangon, Myanmar; Will Fowler, Washington, D.C.; and two grandchildren, Milo Fowler and Tilda Fowler, Toronto.
He is survived by his first wife, Jane Pecinovsky Fowler, Overland Park, Kansas; his second wife, Veronica Lorson Fowler of Ames; sisters-in-law, Libby and Kitty Fowler, both of Kansas City, as well as a niece, nephews, and other family. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Richard (Dick) and Lee.
The family asks for no flowers. Instead, please make memorial donations to St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ames or to Giles’ beloved Westminster College.
A funeral will be held at St. John’s Saturday, January 5, at 2:00 p.m. A reception with refreshments at the church will follow. There may possibly be a small gathering in Kansas City as well, but any planning for that is still underway.
A special thank you to Patrick Beach, a former student of Giles’, for writing this obituary.
James Gaunt
December 6, 1948-June 9, 2018
James (Jim) Arthur Gaunt, 69, of Ames passed away June 9, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. The funeral service will be at 1:30 pm Saturday, June 16, at First Christian Church, 611 Clark Street in Ames. Visitation will be 5-7 pm Friday, June 15, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.
James was born December 6, 1948 in Waterbury, Connecticut to John and Iola (James) Gaunt. James was married to Cynthia Jane Quinn on October 22, 1983 at First Christian Church in Ames. To them were born two children, Sarah and Richard.
James received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Connecticut in 1970 and his Master's Degree from Iowa State University in 1971. He worked as an analytical chemist, adjunct instructor and as Manager of the Environmental Engineering Research Laboratory in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering for Iowa State University for 39 years, retiring in December 2010. Collaborations with his colleagues resulted in his co- authoring around a dozen peer-reviewed publications, and in 2005, he was the recipient of the Dean's Staff Excellence Award in the College of Engineering.
He was a very active member of First Christian Church in Ames, serving in numerous leadership and teaching roles. He served in a leadership capacity in AMOS (A Mid-Iowa Organizing Strategy), an organization committed to social justice, and he volunteered in county politics and with Food at First in Ames. James was a Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop 196, a Story County Master Gardener, and an Ames Impact Track Club coach. He volunteered as a firefighter for the Westory Fire Agency in Gilbert, Iowa, and he received the Governor's Volunteer Award. He enjoyed working with his hands whether it was woodworking, leatherwork, gardening or pie baking. He loved to read but most of all enjoyed learning and spreading his knowledge.
James is survived by his wife Cynthia of Ames; daughter, Sarah Gaunt of Ames; son, Richard (Brittney) Gaunt of Omaha, Nebraska; and two grandchildren, Arthur and Rosemary.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his Aunt Natalie and Uncle Stanley Payne. Memorials may be addressed to First Christian Church in Ames or Food At First in Ames. Online condolences may be left at adamssoderstrum.com
Hazel Graham
March 3, 1939-August 26, 2018
Hazel Marie Graham, 79, died Aug. 26, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House. She was born March 3, 1939, to John and Fern Welder. She graduated from Perry High School in 1957; the first of her family. She was a fan of the Statler brothers and knew every word of their song, “Class of 57.”
She was an excellent cook and won over the heart of Jim Graham. They wed on June 11, 1960. Their union was blessed with three children: Lynda, Suzanne and Michael. Hazel was passionate about sewing, ceramics and collecting. Her talents earned her an Unsung Hero award from the Ames Tribune and the title, The Bunny Lady, for the countless bunnies and dolls she made and donated to hospitals, schools and nursing homes. Her many years of volunteering helped feed the hungry, put smiles on children and redesign Northminster Presbyterian church.
Her career spanned from a soda jerk at age 15 earning 40 cents an hour, to a secretary at H&F and advisor to students at Iowa State University. She played a leading role in educating her children — crafting, cooking, fishing, biking and reading. Hazel was a Girl Scout leader for many years. She was an avid athlete who led her team to victory in softball. She survived Soggy Monday on RAGBRAI in 1981, hailed as the worst day ever on the ride. She was nicknamed Minsky after a favorite family Friday night pizzeria, she sewed most of her children’s clothing and was a member of the Kate Shelley Doll Club. She was an avid doll and Barbie collector.
Husband Jim jokes, “She was a member of the Super Shopper Club of America.” She was a woman ahead of her time. In her later years, she loved riding her scooter to the mall to meet her grandkids for shopping. They hold fond memories of her playing board games and crafting. She occupied herself with reading, solitaire, word find books and listening to her bible on tape.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Welder; mother, Fern; step-father, Bob; brothers, Ed and Jim.
Survived to cherish her memory include devoted husband, Jim; brothers, Don, Bill; three children, Lynda (Matt Murray), Suzi (Mike Rickels), Michael (Heather Graham); and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 30, with visitation one hour prior at Northminster Presbyterian Church
Lawrence Hadaway
December 7, 1941-June 13, 2018
Lawrence "Larry" Hadaway age 76 of Ames, died peacefully at home on June 13, 2018. A gathering of friends and family will be 5-7:00 p.m. June 15, at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 14238 500th Ave., Ames, Iowa. A mass of Christian burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 14238 500th Ave., Ames. Burial will be at Ontario Cemetery Ames, Iowa.
Larry was born December 7, 1941 in Ames, Iowa the oldest of eight children the son of Wallace S. and Nancy Hadaway. He graduated from Gilbert High School. He married Carol Waters and she preceded him in death. Larry worked as a milk man, he farmed, worked for Massey Ferguson before going to Iowa State University for 22 years where he worked in the farm services.
Larry married Mary J. Weinschenk on November 15, 1996 in Ames. He and Mary enjoyed golfing in couple leagues in the Ames, he was a member of Moose # 520 of Ames, and he could be found golfing whenever the weather would allow it.
Larry is survived by his wife, Mary Hadaway, children, David (Malinda) Wollaston, Brian (Mindi) Wollaston, and Beth (Steve) Schlarmann, 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandson, siblings, Karen, Fogerty, John (Sarah) Hadaway, Darrell (Barb) Hadaway, Vicki (Virginia) Hadaway, Timothy (Jill) Hadaway, Mary Sayre, Jef (Listi) Hadaway. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Carol Hadaway, daughter, Christine Hadaway, and son, Keith Hadaway. Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Duane Haglund
November 16, 1944-September 10, 2018
Duane Ray Haglund, of Ames, IA died peacefully at the Israel Family Hospice House surrounded by his family on September 10, 2018. He was 73 years old.Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 10:00 AM at Augustana Lutheran Church in Boone with Rev. Daniel Solomon officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Park Cemetery in Boone.
Duane is survived by his spouse Linda (Beckman) Haglund their children, Jason (Jennifer) Haglund of Story City, IA, Lynae (Joshua) Kruse of Huxley, IA and his four grandchildren; Zane and Beckett Haglund and Natalie and Emmalyn Kruse. Also surviving are his sister Janet (Haglund) Rosenbrook of Alta, IA, a niece Teresa (Dave) Johnson of Ida Grove, IA and cousins, great nieces and nephews.Duane was born on November 16, 1944 in Boone, IA to Raymond and Mabel (Runyan) Haglund. He was a graduate of Ogden High School and then in 1965 married Linda Beckman. Duane was a generational life-long farmer in Boone County.
In addition to farming he attended Iowa State University and obtained an Ag business degree. His off farm career included insurance and real-estate. He then retired as a Trust Administrator from Wells Fargo Bank in Des Moines after 16 years. In addition to his career, Duane served in the Iowa National Guard for 13 years. He served on many community boards and organization including Boone County Pork Producers, Boone County Farm Bureau, Boone County Planning and Zoning, Augustana Lutheran Church Board and Finance Committee. He was a member at Augustana Lutheran Church.
In his leisure time Duane enjoyed golf, boating, an occasional trip to a casino, traveling with his wife and spending time with his family and grandchildren.Friends may call on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at the Schroeder- Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall in Boone from 3 PM until 7 PM, where the family will be present from 5 PM until 7 PM. On Thursday, friends may call at the Augustana Lutheran Church from 9:00 AM until service time.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to YSS of Boone County or Augustana Lutheran Church in Boone. Condolences may be left for the family at: schroedermemorialchapel.com The Schroeder-Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall in Boone are in charge of arrangements.
Joan Hastings
May 23, 1930-January 5, 2019
After a long life defined by commitment and adventure, Joan Hastings passed away Saturday afternoon, January 5, 2019 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Joan outlived two husbands, William Hastings (1923-1994) whom she married on October 24, 1953 in Yonkers, NY and Earl Terp (1927-2016) whom she married February 10, 2010 in Tucson, AZ. She had one sister, Diane of Falmouth, Maine who survives. Joan had five children, Bill Jr. (Debbie) of Falmouth, ME, Paul (Todd) of Palm Springs, CA, Mark of Mesa, AZ, Julie (Bruce) of Scottsdale, AZ and Geoff of Des Moines, IA and nine grandchildren (Angela, Emily, Matthew, Zachary, Jessica, Robert, Samantha, Jensen, and Emma) gifted to her in so many ways during her adventure with one great grandchild, Keanu, born this year in Des Moines, Iowa.
Joan Marie Cronin was born May 23, 1930 at the old Yonkers Hospital in central Yonkers, New York. Her father was in the meat industry and her mother worked for Social Security. She grew up with her grandfather and her family on Lake Avenue next to Lennon Park and in the shadow of Sacred Heart Monastery in Yonkers; which modeled her entire life
For thirty years, during World War II and until 1962 the family lived at Lennon Park, attending Gorton High School nearby and graduating with distinction. She was admitted to Columbia University, where at Earl Hall in 1952, her real adventure began. She was late (for the better part of her eighty eight years to be honest) in attending a Newman function there. Joan rushed in, created a mini-scene trying to wedge in so as to lean on a wall. Two spaces down stood William H. Hastings (Bill) who had to move over a bit to create some room – and the rest is history. One of those random defining moments of life we all cherish.
Bill and Joan began a whirlwind courtship and were married at the Sacred Heart Monastery on October 24, 1953. They had a delayed honeymoon at Cambridge Suites, Kings Point, Bermuda with son, Bill Jr. being born nine months later in 1955. It was during that visit to Bermuda that husband Bill Sr. became stranded on a small sailboat and pushed out to sea – rescued, we are told, at the last twilight moment. This coming after also having survived many dangerous episodes as a member of the 69th Division during World War II. Their life, love, and our family were but a whisper away from not happening.
Joan did not finish her studies at Columbia University choosing to focus on her children. Bill did graduate later with both Bachelor and Masters’ degrees. Joan and Bill settled into Bryant Crescent in White Plains, NY where Bill began work with the General Foods Corporation nearby. Their very first house came next in nearby Harrison, NY along with children Paul, Mark, Julie, and Geoff. From 1953 to 1965, she lived a remarkably full and happy life, between White Plains and Yonkers, watching her children and family grow.
In 1965, Bill Sr. accepted an offer to become Vice President and COO of Ray J. Benoit & Sons in Kankakee, Illinois. It was a job that fit all of his skills and ambitions. After much trial and discussion, the entire family moved to Kankakee where Joan became a very active member of the social scene and built her dream house on Elmwood Drive.
Commitment remained Joan’s theme there and the family thrived again with son, Bill Jr. shipping off to Purdue University and son Paul to the University of Notre Dame during that time.
Alas, in 1974, a recession hit. Joan became a true warrior and held things together. In 1977, as construction work dried up and as Joan and Bill Sr. sacrificed everything to keep young Bill and Paul in college, Joan became Administrative Lead for the Music Department at Iowa State University in Ames, IA and Bill Sr. was appointed Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering there. It was a true honor for Joan and Bill and allowed them to apply everything they had learned to a new challenge. The family, again, thrived with Geoff putting down permanent roots there. Mark, Julie, and Geoff took advantage of Iowa State University with Julie and her new husband, Bruce, moving to Tucson Arizona shortly thereafter.
Commitment became even more central in Joan’s life in 1982 when Bill Sr. suffered the first of a series of strokes in Ames, IA. It became clear that Bill needed better weather and better medical attention. Joan, with Bill Sr., in tow joined daughter Julie in Tucson Arizona. There, from 1982 until 1994, Joan took care of, nursed, and waited on Bill Sr. in a manner rarely seen today. She never complained, only sacrificed some of the prime years of her life. When Bill Sr. passed away, shortly after Joan had left after spending hours with him, Joan’s only regret was that she was not there with Bill Sr. when he died. We should all be so fortunate.
Adventure then became Joan’s theme. What came after Joan turned 65 is truly amazing. She watched over her first grandson, Zach, during his first year of life. She was there for granddaughter Jessica’s birth on the same day as Bill Sr.’s funeral. Then came Robert, Emma, and Samantha. Joan was there for grandson Matthew’s birth in London, England in 1999. In short, life bloomed in the truest sense.
Joan was then fortunate to meet Earl Terp in Tucson in the mid-2000s. They loved each other and loved life. Joan Hastings married Earl Terp in Tucson, AZ in 2010, aged 80 and 83 respectively, with Bill Jr. the best man giving away the bride. They began a long-deserved, thirty years delayed, worldwide adventure; traversing the Panama Canal, cruising New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Germany; hardly ever resting. Joan was able to visit more than twenty countries after age 80; more than most of us in a lifetime.
In 2015, Joan’s health began to decline rapidly, Earl passed way in 2016 and, alas, on Saturday – January 5, 2019 – Joan passed away as well. We are blessed to have witnessed the commitment and the adventure that marked the life of Joan Hastings (Terp). And she is certainly most happy now to be re-united with both Bill Sr. and with Earl.
Thamon Hazen
March 8, 1927-May 30, 2018
Thamon Edson Hazen, Professor Emeritus of Iowa State University Department of Agricultural Engineering and former Assistant Dean of Agriculture, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 30, at Northcrest Community in Ames, Iowa, at age 91 with his daughters by his side. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 18, in the Green Room at Northcrest Community in Ames with the Rev. Bob Farr, officiating. Visitation with the family present will be at 9:00 a.m. in the social room prior to the service.
Thamon Hazen, the youngest of seven children, was born in Stillwater, OK, on March 8, 1927, to Leslie Eugene and Ella Ve (Brooks) Hazen. He graduated from high school in Stillwater at age 16 and attended Oklahoma State University, following his dad and two brothers’ footsteps by majoring in Agricultural Engineering. His dad was head of the Ag Engineering department and gave Thamon one of the only Cs he ever received in a class.
He enlisted in the Navy in 1945 and served for two years. He returned to Oklahoma State and graduated with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. He married the love of his life and wife of 68 years, Mary Jane Waldron on February 6, 1949. He received his master’s degree from Purdue University. In 1952 after teaching and researching for two years at the University of Arkansas, Thamon, Mary Jane and their two young daughters moved to Ames, Iowa, where he received his Ph.D. in 1956. Until the spring of 1973, he taught in the Agricultural Engineering Department at ISU. His joy was working with his many graduate students from all over the world. In 1973, he accepted the position of Assistant Dean of Agriculture, where he remained until his retirement in June of 1987.
Thamon, through his work at Iowa State, was one of the early developers of hog confinement structures in the 1950’s and 60’s. Iowa State holds two patents for his work in this area. His family has many vivid memories of him coming home from the research station smelling much like the animals with which he was working. Professionally, he received many prestigious awards and honors for his work in Agricultural Engineering, but he was always too humble to mention or dwell on them. Among them include Fulbright Fellowships, one in Os, Norway, and the other in Brazil, the Gamma Sigma Delta Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award, and the Metal Building Manufacturers’ Association National Award, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Award of Appreciation.
His favorite pastime in his younger years was working on his cars. Many weekends were spent under the car, tinkering. The sons-in-law would often leave their keys on the kitchen table at night and casually mention that their cars had a strange noise. They would wake up the next morning and Thamon would already be underneath their cars, fixing whatever was wrong. Thamon loved his family most of all and anything Iowa State or Oklahoma State.
Together, the family played all kinds of board games and card games whenever we were together. In later years, many spirited games of Trivial Pursuits with men vs. women were played anytime the family gathered.
He and Mary Jane were avid football and basketball fans, holding season tickets to ISU games for many years. Together they traveled to all 50 states, Norway, northern Europe, and Brazil. Golfing and bowling were lifelong pursuits. Fond memories are of the day he hit a hole-in-one on the Iowa State Veenker Memorial Golf Course and of his 750 series in bowling. In retirement, they both loved golfing and Faculty Men’s and Women’s League bowling.
They were active volunteers with the foreign students at ISU, Special Olympics, Collegiate Methodist, and many other civic organizations. Thamon was an active member of Kiwanis International, serving as President of the Ames chapter, and he belonged to many professional engineering and academic societies. He was close to his brothers and sisters, and we all enjoyed many trips and visits with the aunts, uncles, and cousins and many witty letters and conversations were shared among them over the years.
After retiring from ISU, Thamon enjoyed repairing watches and clocks. He fixed clocks all over the Iowa State campus and the Memorial Union as well as antique clocks of friends and relatives. He personally built many clocks and gave them away. Never would he take any payment for his work. He just loved the challenge and the joy it gave him to see other’s family heirloom clocks and watches restored to working order. In 1998, Thamon and Mary Jane moved to Talequah, OK, where they enjoyed eight years of retirement near their families in Oklahoma. They returned to Ames to live in Northcrest in 2006. Northcrest residents and caring staff have been like a second family to them and we are grateful. Thamon leaves a large legacy of love, humility, kindness, gentleness, and generosity. He joyfully shared his time, his skills, his resources, and his intellect with all with whom he associated.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his step-mom, Mattie (Craig) Hazen, his wife, Mary Jane, his brothers Durion, Tzerlos, Gretzlyn and Arlon; his sisters Xerlan and Vo, and his great-grandson, Elijah Carlson. He is survived by his daughters and their spouses, Ella Vee (Jeff) Sage and Mary Elizabeth (Tim) Frank; six grandchildren, Nathan (Dawn) Carlson, Katie (Josh) Weber, Thad Carlson, Kelsey (Craig) McInroy, Erin (Al) Schuweiler, and Joel (Leah) Frank; great- grandchildren Isaiah, Chloe, Dominik, Isabella, Mallory, Nola, Quinn, Mia, Kiah, Hazen, Annaleigh, Zephan; two step- granddaughters, Kim Sage and Lindy (Paul) Krafft; five stepgreat-grandchildren Jayden, Amanda, Nicholas, Matthew, and Ryan; two step-great-great grandchildren Maeson and Kyler, and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABE) Excellence Fund (#0213522) ISU Foundation at www.foundation.iastate.edu, or Northcrest Foundation Fox Family Professional Development Scholarship Fund, 1801 20th Street, Ames, IA 50010.
Tribute by his daughter, Mary Hazen Frank
ISU work experience:
Dr. Thamon Hazen began his work at ISU in 1953 as a postgraduate Ph.D. student pursuing a doctorate in Agricultural Engineering. After earning his Ph.D., he continued on as a professor of Agricultural Engineering in the structures department. In the ensuing years he was a Fulbright fellow to Brazil, Costa Rica, and Norway where he taught at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences in As, Norway. After nine months in Norway, he returned to become the Assistant Dean of Agriculture in 1974, a position he held until his retirement.
Highlight of their employment:
Dr. Hazen loved his work and loved ISU. He was most proud of his many doctoral students from all over the world. Not only was he a mentor, but he loved to share family time and meals with them and made sure they had a home away from home. Both his older brothers received their Masters Degrees in Agricultural Engineering at ISU, and both of his daughters graduated from ISU, along with three grandchildren attending ISU, and a great-niece and great- grandson, both currently enrolled in engineering at ISU. While he received many prestigious awards for his work, he remained humble throughout his life, often referring to himself as "just a little old shepherd boy from Oklahoma."
Personal memory:
Dad was a pioneer in swine confinement structures in the 1950's. We often joked that while his hogs had climate controlled conditions in the indoor facilities he designed, his family sweltered in the hot Iowa summers in the 50's and 60's without home air conditioning. Following his retirement, Dad loved repairing clocks, maintaining many of the clocks in the Memorial Union and other buildings on campus as well as those of friends and acquaintances.
Other thoughts to share:
Dad loved two things: his family and ISU. He and his wife Mary Jane loved to attend football and basketball games. In their later years, they took advantage of ISU's college for seniors. He remained ISU's most loyal supporter his entire life.
Murray Hefley
October 28, 1939-May 8, 2018
Murray Wayne Hefley was born on his family's ranch near Lake Creek, Texas on October 28, 1939, to Lon and Rubye Gobel Hefley. He passed from this life on May 8, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa. Wayne grew up on the ranch and graduated from high school at Commerce, Texas. He received his Bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University and spent several years in South Korea, where he worked with Korean farmers, teaching them to use modern equipment. He received both his Master's and Doctorate degrees in horticulture at the University of Maryland. For 20 years he served as a professor at Iowa State University in the Department of Horticulture. He especially enjoyed interacting with his students and advisees, and was coordinator for the Horticulture Club, forming life-long friendships.
In 2006, he was united in marriage to Linda Johnson at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames. Wayne and Linda continued making their home in Ames. They are members of Lutheran Church of Hope. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Riley and Blake. He is survived by his wife, Linda; one son, Robert Wilke; three daughters, Laura (Cory) Hammitt, Melinda (Michael) Leon, and Allison (fiance, Jose Rodriguez); grandson, Finn Hammitt and step-grandson, Van Leon; his brother, Lynn (Nancy) Hefley; mother-in-law, Beulah Johnson; brother-in- law, Alan (Roberta) Johnson; and several nieces and nephews. Wayne cherished his family, and was a lover of nature and animals. In his declining health, one of his greatest comforts was their dog, Kiwi.
The celebration of life for Wayne will be held at Reiman Gardens in Ames on May 21, 2018, at 10:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Israel Family Hospice House or to a charity of your choice. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Richard Herrnstadt
November 4, 1926-August 29, 2018
Richard (Dick) L. Herrnstadt passed away peacefully Aug. 29, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz., at the age of 91.
Richard was born in New York City on Nov. 4, 1926, to Oscar and Helen (Lidz) Herrnstadt. He attended University of Wisconsin where he earned a bachelor’s degree in 1948 and a master’s degree in 1950. It is there where he met Helen Appel Herrnstadt. They were married in Chicago on June 18, 1950, and they enjoyed 65 years together before Helen’s death on July 8, 2015.
He received a Ph.D. in English from the University of Maryland, and in 1954 they moved to Ames where he began his career in the English department at Iowa State University. American Literature was Dick’s passion, and in 1969, his extensive research was published into a book, “The Letters of A. Bronson Alcott.”
In 1983, Dick was the recipient of a faculty citation from the Iowa State University Alumni Association. His contributions to Iowa State are many and include the creation of the first class offered in African-American literature in what would later become the African-American studies program at Iowa State. He has been a professor emeritus from Iowa State since 1992.
A lifetime competitive tennis player, the move after retirement to Tucson insured him year round play and the formation of a super senior’s group which he played in until just a few years ago.
Dick was a leader in the Ames community serving on several boards and committees. He served on the Ames School Board from 1967-74; Iowa Humanities Programs, 1973-79; Area Education agency 11, in Johnston, 1977-91; Youth and Shelter Services, 1980-91; and Joint Action in Community Services since 1994.
He was a member of the Modern Language Association, American Studies Association, serving on the executive council from 1969-76, Thoreau Society, Mid-American American Studies Association, American Association of University Professors, and Phi Beta Delta. Dick served with the United States Navy from 1945-46.
Richard is survived by his children, Steven Herrnstadt (Mary), of Ames, Ellen Sara Crosby (Daniel), of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Owen Herrnstadt (Stacey), of Bethesda, Md.; as well as eight grandchildren, Zachary, Evan and Caitlin Herrnstadt, Iain, Cameron and Tessa Crosby, and Eli and Dana Herrnstadt.
Donations in his memory may be sent to African American Studies Program, Iowa State University Foundation, 2505 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50010.
A memorial will be set at a later date in Ames.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Richard (Dick) L. Herrnstadt passed away peacefully Aug. 29, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz., at the age of 91.
Richard was born in New York City on Nov. 4, 1926, to Oscar and Helen (Lidz) Herrnstadt. He attended University of Wisconsin where he earned a bachelor’s degree in 1948 and a master’s degree in 1950. It is there where he met Helen Appel Herrnstadt. They were married in Chicago on June 18, 1950, and they enjoyed 65 years together before Helen’s death on July 8, 2015.
He received a Ph.D. in English from the University of Maryland, and in 1954 they moved to Ames where he began his career in the English department at Iowa State University. American Literature was Dick’s passion, and in 1969, his extensive research was published into a book, “The Letters of A. Bronson Alcott.”
In 1983, Dick was the recipient of a faculty citation from the Iowa State University Alumni Association. His contributions to Iowa State are many and include the creation of the first class offered in African-American literature in what would later become the African-American studies program at Iowa State. He has been a professor emeritus from Iowa State since 1992.
A lifetime competitive tennis player, the move after retirement to Tucson insured him year round play and the formation of a super senior’s group which he played in until just a few years ago. Dick was a leader in the Ames community serving on several boards and committees. He served on the Ames School Board from 1967-74; Iowa Humanities Programs, 1973-79; Area Education agency 11, in Johnston, 1977-91; Youth and Shelter Services, 1980-91; and Joint Action in Community Services since 1994.
He was a member of the Modern Language Association, American Studies Association, serving on the executive council from 1969-76, Thoreau Society, Mid-American American Studies Association, American Association of University Professors, and Phi Beta Delta. Dick served with the United States Navy from 1945-46.
Richard is survived by his children, Steven Herrnstadt (Mary), of Ames, Ellen Sara Crosby (Daniel), of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Owen Herrnstadt (Stacey), of Bethesda, Md.; as well as eight grandchildren, Zachary, Evan and Caitlin Herrnstadt, Iain, Cameron and Tessa Crosby, and Eli and Dana Herrnstadt.
Thomas Hillson
January 11, 1949-April 5, 2019
Thomas Donald Hillson, 70, of Ames, died April 5. He was born in Austin, Minn., to Donald and Anies Hillson. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2019, at Stevens Memorial Chapel. Celebration of life will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at the funeral home.
He graduated from Charles City High School and Iowa State University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in botany and master’s degree in plant physiology. He worked in the Iowa State University forestry research lab; for CE Software; and managed and supported the computer systems for the Ag college at ISU.
Tom was an avid orchid grower, starting with two seedlings and eventually grew to 6,000 orchids in his greenhouse at his home. In the 1980s, he helped found a Mac user group at ISU. He and his wife took many trips to Yellowstone National Park. They were enthusiastic supporters of ISU athletic teams.
He is survived by his wife, Glenda; brother, David (Cynthia); sister, Denise (Steven) Long; brother-in-law, Wesley (Lauri) Winters; and nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Steven.
Tribute by his wife, Glenda Hillson
Thomas Hillson was born on January 11, 1949 and passed away on April 5, 2019. He graduated from Iowa State with a BS in botany in 1971 and a MS in plant physiology in 1976. He worked in the Iowa State forestry lab. Later on he became interested in computers. He managed and supported the computer systems for the Ag college at Iowa State. He helped create a Mac Users group at Iowa State and it was active in the 1980s. He was an avid orchid grower and at one time had 6000 orchids in his greenhouse. His favorite vacation spot was Yellowstone National Park and he and his wife Glenda vacationed there many times throughout there 47.75 year marriage.
Thomas Hoerner
December 25, 1934-February 18, 2019
Thomas Allen Hoerner, age 84, of Boone, IA, formerly of Ames, IA, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019, at Mary Greeley Israel Hospice House in Ames, IA. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 21, 2019, at Stevens Memorial Chapel (607 28th Street Ames, IA 50010). Funeral services in Central City, IA, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 23, 2019, with visitation one hour prior at Murdoch Funeral Home (511 E. Main Street Central City, IA 52214). Burial will follow at Oak Cemetery in Central City. In lieu of flowers, donations can be accepted in Tom’s name at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa (5452 NE 22nd Street Des Moines, IA 50313 ATTN: Candy Bell).
Thomas Allen, son of Allen Leroy (Bud), farmer, and Emily Marie (Barmeier) Hoerner, housewife. Tom was baptized into the Methodist faith. He went to Central City, Iowa from Zwingle, Iowa with his parents in 1940. He attended the Bunker Hill rural school and graduated as valedictorian of his High School class in 1953 at Central City. He was active in baseball and basketball in high school, lettering in both sports. Thomas (Tom) received his B.S. degree in 1957 at Iowa State College in Ames, Iowa and was a Vocational Agricultural Instructor at Alburnett Community High School, Alburnett, Iowa from 1957-1961. From 1961-1965 he was an instructor at Iowa State University while obtaining his Masters and Ph.D. degrees. He was an assistant professor at Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA from 1966-1968. In 1968 he returned to Iowa State as an associate professor and head of a section in the Agricultural Engineering Department. From 1973-1992 he was a professor of the Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering and Agricultural Education and Studies Departments.
Dr. Hoerner was one of the organizers and the first superintendent of the National Future Farmers of American Agricultural Mechanics Contest at Kansas City, Missouri, 1972-1975. He was a recipient of the American Farmer degree National Future Farmers of American, 1973 and Iowa FFA degree, 1990. Tom was a member of the American Society of Agricultural Engineers, American Vocational Assoc., National VoAg Teachers Assoc., Iowa VoAg Teachers Assoc., and American Assoc., of Teacher Educators in Agriculture; Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Delta Kappa, Gamma Sigma Delta and Alpha Tau Alpha. He served as an editor of John Deere Publications, has contributed numerous articles in his field to professional journals and has authored or coauthored over twenty five educational books and references in the agricultural mechanics field. He has received eighteen Blue Ribbon awards from the American Society of Agricultural Engineers for outstanding publications and visual materials.
In 1979 he was president of the American Association for Vocational Instructional Materials. In 1980 he was president of the Iowa State Chapter of Gamma Sigma Delta. In 1983 he was recognized for his teaching abilities receiving the Outstanding Teacher Award for the College of Agriculture at Iowa State University and in 1989 he received the Iowa Legislative Teaching Excellence Award for the College of Agriculture at Iowa State University. In 1989 Tom was named Who’s Who in American Education. In 1992 he received the Outstanding Service Award from the Nat’l VoAg Teachers Assoc. and in 1993 he received the CIP Citation from the Nat’l FFA Organization. Tom was interested in International work, having traveled in England, France, Scotland, Belgium, Germany, Austria and Switzerland studying the agricultural and educational systems plus Costa Rica, where he taught workshops for agricultural mechanics instructors. Additional travels have taken him to Puerto Rico, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Canada, Alaska and Hawaii.
He generously supported the Iowa State University alumni achievement fund with two educational scholarships given annually in his name and annual recognition of the outstanding high school Ag Mechanics instructor in Iowa. Tom was a stockholder and co-owner with Dr. W. Forrest Bear of Hobar Enterprises, Inc. and Macar, Inc., that was located in St. Paul, Minnesota. Tom took early retirement from Iowa State University in May 1992. In his retirement he was active in golfing and fishing, in Canada and Alaska.
Tom and Carol E.M. Phyfs were married June 24, 1955 at the Federated Church in Central City, IA. From this union four children were born, Kim, Michael, Jeffrey and Thomas. Tom and his wife lived most of their married life in Ames, Iowa and several years ago relocated to county living in Boone, Iowa. Left to remember Tom are his wife of 63 years, Carol; children: Kim (J.C.) North, Michael (Kimberly) Hoerner, Jeffrey (Laurie) Hoerner, Thomas L. Hoerner and a son by choice, Seth Lane. Grandchildren: Justin (Gretchen) Small, Tyler, Branden, Kelly May and Thomas Reed Hoerner. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Natalie Smith; two brothers, James and Harry Hoerner and one grandchild, Kara Hoerner. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister,Natalie Smith; two brothers, James and Harry Hoerner and one grandchild, Kara Hoerner.
Tanisinia Holderness
January 5, 1948-July 7, 2018
Tanisinia "Sue" Sude Holderness, 70 of Madrid passed away peacefully with family by her side at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines on July 7, 2018. Sue was born on January 5, 1948, to Carrie and Dominico Martelli. She graduated in 1966 from United Community School. She married William "Bill" Holderness in 1989. She worked at Iowa State University as a Custodian and she retired in 2009. She enjoyed fishing, crocheting, sewing, going to flea markets, and watching her shows or a movie.
She is survived by her husband Bill, her sons Gary (Shelly) McCormick, John (Amy) McCormick all of Madrid, and Andy (Angie) McCormick of Ames. Her stepson Gary (Brenda) Holderness and Judi Holderness. Grandchildren Mark McCormick, Kimberly McCormick, Michelle (Levi) Chupp, Bradly (Kaylee Rhoden) McCormick, Ava, Ella, and Carter McCormick. Great grandchildren Jasper and Abrielle Chupp. Step-grandchildren Amanda, Bradley, Christopher, Zoey, Wyatt, and Warren. Sisters Kathy Edwards of California, Mary Marlin of Des Moines, Volanda (Connelly) Stamper of Madrid, Louise (Sam) Lochmiller of Franklin, North Carolina, and brother Tony(Diane) Martelli of Perry and many nieces and nephews. Sue was laid to rest at Fairview Cemetery Madrid, Iowa on Tuesday, July 10, 2018.
George Holland
March 22, 1929-July 3, 2018
George Edward Holland, 89, of Ames, passed away July 3, 2018, at Israel Hospice House. A visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 6, 2018, at Stevens Memorial Chapel, 607 28th St., Ames, IA, 50010. A private family burial will take place in Ames Municipal Cemetery.
George was born to Leslie and Harriet (Vizina) Holland, on the family farm in Williams County, North Dakota on March 22, 1929. He graduated from Williston High School, then worked in the coal mine with his father. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1948-52 on the USS Harold J. Ellison “Happy Jack.” He attended University of North Dakota, where he met his wife, Barbara Ruth Tweed of Jamestown, ND, and wed in 1954.
George worked for the Williston Power Company every university break while attending North Dakota State University. He graduated in 1957 with a degree in electrical engineering. In 1957, George accepted a job at AEC/ISU, where he worked for 35 years and received the 1984 R&D 100 Scientist & Innovator Award for Video Voice through the Ames Laboratory (U.S. Department of Energy).
He volunteered in various activities such as; baseball, YMCA swimming, and scouts. He was very passionate in Voice Town Speech, arts, hunting, fishing and camping. He enjoyed oil painting, working with pastels, and was an avid bowler.
George was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie and Harriet Holland.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara; brother, Lyle (Sharon) Holland; sisters, Catherine (Ed) Nelson, Beatrice (Forest) Bermel, Linda (Dale) Harmon, Nancy (Les) Beard; daughter, Terra (Rick) Kovener; sons, Les (Mary) Holland, Don Holland; grandchildren Kyle, Leandra, Nicholas, Meredith; great-grandchild, Sydney; and numerous nephews and nieces.
Memorial contributions can be directed towards the family to be used at a later date to honor George’s wishes.
Online condolences and thoughtful memories can be shared on George’s page at www.stevensmemorialchapel.com
Tribute by John Baglin, research colleague ISU work experience:
Research Engineer for nuclear physics at Synchrotron, Ames Lab.
Highlight of their employment:
Research Engineer for nuclear physics at Synchrotron, Ames Lab.
Personal memory:
An outstanding colleague in research, and a generous friend over many years, always seeking to make this world a better place.
Hazel Houge
May 5, 1917-August 12, 2018
Obituary for Hazel Leora Houge One hundred and one years young! Mother of five, grandmother of 14, great grandmother of 27, and known to many as Grandma Hazel, she was a "Family First" person. Widowed at thirty-eight, she was mother and father for 63 years. She was a woman of strong faith and devoted member
of Bethesda Lutheran Church, renowned kringla baker, talented seamstress, Cyclone fan and long-standing season ticket holder to ISU men's and women's basketball.
Hazel was born in Slater, Iowa, to Howard and Lydia (Rimathe) Estrem and lived on a farm with siblings Rachel (Lowman), Casper and Lucille (Accola). She attended a one-room country school for elementary years and graduated from Slater High in 1934, valedictorian of her class. She married E. Jean Houge, and they lived in Slater before moving to a farm near Boone, Iowa, where besides maintaining the home and caring for five children, she had primary care of chickens and eggs, washed the milking machines and made emergency runs into town for machinery replacement parts during planting or harvesting seasons. Upon the untimely death of her husband, she and the five children (ages 15-4) moved to Ames, Iowa, where she continued to reside until her recent brief illness.
She worked at Iowa State and retired from the ISU Library catalog department shortly before her 70th birthday. Hazel lived independently, renewed her driver's license in May and drove herself to church just four weeks before her death. She is survived by children Karen Haines, Wynn (Rita), Curtis (Carol), Rodney (Rose);
son in-law Mike Hadaway; 14 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, greatnieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Nancy Hadaway; granddaughter, Jill VerHelst; son in-law Douglas Haines and daughter in-law Bette Houge. GRANDCHILDREN: Trace Houge Brakke (Chris) Marshall Haines (Sarah) Jill Houge Burt VerHelst (deceased) Angela Houge Moore
(Tim) Ryann Cheung (Gehan) Crystal Houge Brugman (Dana) Clinton Houge (Michelle) Eric Houge (Kira) Kelly Binkowski (Danny) Emily Houge Aasha Edwards Shana Thomas (Michael) Rachel Hadaway Jonathan Hadaway
GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: *When once asked if she knew names of all great grandchildren, Grandma Hazel was somewhat offended-she was just annoyed that she could not remember all the birthdays! Nat Cheung Gordon Cheung Jackson Haines DJ Haines Cale Brakke Dree Ellingworth (Sean) Hope Brakke Sari Brakke Evan Bay Brakke Hannah Burt Alyx Burt Audra Burt Mary Beth VerHelst Seth Moore Drue Moore Quincy Thomas Jasmine Thomas Abigail Brugman Cecilia Brugman Stephanie Carleton Christian Carleton Autumn Binkowski Chloe Houge Addyson Binkowski Maddie Houge Piper Binkowski Zoey Binkowski
Gayle Huey
November 10, 1946-January 12, 2019
Gayle Leslie Huey, 72, of Ames passed away on January 12, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born to Lane and LaVerne (Brown) Mashaw on November 10, 1946 in Decatur, Illinois.
Gayle graduated from Iowa City High School and then attended the University of Iowa (U of I). She graduated from the U of I with a BA in Elementary Education in 1968. While there, she was involved in many activities with the Alpha Zeta Delta sorority and the University Scottish Highlanders. She also met her first husband, Joseph McEvoy; with Joe she would raise their two sons, Chad and Clay.
Gayle was a passionate and talented educator, teaching in elementary schools in many states before meeting the love of her life, Lee Huey, on a trip visiting her parents in Ames, IA. Lee and Gayle were married in 1990 in Ames. Gayle continued to work in education, specifically in the field experience office in the College of Education, Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Iowa State University (ISU). While at ISU, she completed her Master's degree in Curriculum and Instructional Technology in 1996. She served as the Director of Field Experience and worked with her staff to find practicum and student teaching placements for all ISU teacher education students. She retired from ISU, after 19 years, in 2010.
Gayle was interested in many things. She enjoyed playing bridge, reading (she was a member of two book clubs), collecting, traveling, and learning! She was active in PEO (IV Chapter), Questers (Margaret Stanton #310), the ISU Retirees organization, and the Ames First United Methodist Church. She was interested in early literacy and worked with Raising Readers in Story County after she retired. She was also serving as the Glass Collection Chair for Iowa Questers. She and Lee loved to travel together, many times with friends or to see family.
She was a very proud grandmother of five and very much enjoyed spending time with them. Gayle is survived by her husband Lee Huey; her two sons, Chad (and wife Kerry) McEvoy, and Clay (and wife Charity) McEvoy; and five grandchildren: Andrew, Luke, Abigail, Lauren, and Emma.
Gayle was preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Drew.
Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 a.m. with a service to follow at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Ames First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave, Ames, Iowa.
The family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorials be directed to Ames First United Methodist Church Building Fund (516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, IA 50010) or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Iowa (Century 1 Building, 2700 Westown Pkwy #270, West Des Moines, IA 50266 or on-line at https://donate.lls.org).
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Tribute by her friend and colleague, Pat Carlson
ISU work experience:
She worked in the Field Experience office (was the Director of the office for a period of time) in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, College of Education from August 1990 until her retirement in February of 2009.
Highlight of their employment:
Gayle helped design and implement Project Opportunity. She "grew" the International Student Teaching program to include sites in Europe, Asia, and Australia (including New Zealand). She also increased the number of student teaching sites in Iowa and the U.S. She also helped improve the field experiences for all the teacher education programs at ISU. Finally, a major highlight was the impact she had on thousands of young people who went through our program!
Personal memory:
Gayle and I met in the fall of 1990 when we walked across campus to the Benefits meeting. We became close friends and colleagues during our tenure at ISU. One of my favorite memories was our trip to Italy, Rome specifically, to set up the student teaching site at the American Overseas School of Rome (AOSR). We did have an adventure, and I'm pretty sure the people we "helped" navigate the train system have been found by now...it has been 18 years.
Other thoughts to share:
Gayle, thanks for everything you did for the students, for your family and friends, and for me!
Tribute by her friend, Becky Jordan
Personal memory:
I first met Gayle in 2006. The Special Collections Department, where I then worked, was asked to provide a program on Margaret Stanton to her namesake chapter of Questers, Margaret Stanton #310 here in Ames, Iowa. As the staff member most familiar with Margaret Stanton—I had done several exhibits regarding the Stanton family—I was selected to do the program. I enjoyed the group, and I was delighted when Gayle asked me several months later if I would like to join. Getting me involved was a pattern with Gayle—she told our pastor I would be an excellent choice for the sesquicentennial committee at First United Methodist Church. Once I was retired and free during the day, she suggested that she would pick me up and take me to the church Circle she attended. I worked with her on the church Membership Care Committee, and also on the State Day Committee for Iowa Questers. We also worked together at the church Holiday Fair for several years. Even committee work was fun, if she was involved. She was a wonderful, vibrant woman. When you were with Gayle, you felt like you were one of the cool kids. She sure was.
Tribute by her friend, Lisa Frerichs
Gayle Huey: Supervisor, Mentor, Mother, Sister and Friend
Little did I know that starting a very part-time work-study position in the (then) College of Education’s Office of Field Experiences would lead to a powerful friendship – one that I now realize was most instrumental in making me call Iowa State and Ames home.
I first met Gayle Huey in the fall of 1999 when she hired me to answer phones, organize and file paperwork, and perform other support tasks as she and her team placed students on practicum and student teaching assignments in Iowa and abroad. It was my first office job; I loved the structure it provided, and I was given more responsibility and freedom as time went on. As Gayle and her colleagues became more familiar with me and my strengths, they introduced me to people and places in the community – including the homes of their family and friends. I didn’t realize it at the time but Gayle (along with Carolyn Klaus and Sue Griffin) had become my closest mentors – and in some ways my surrogate mothers – in this truly transformative (and trying) period as a first-generation college student.
Although other additional jobs came and went, Gayle and her staff kept me on board through my spring 2003 graduation, even employing me over the summers when funding was available. As I entered the job search, Gayle and her husband, Lee, made a personal commitment to keep me in Ames by offering me the opportunity to stay in their home until I secured my first out-of-college position. In fact, it was one of the couple’s friends that likely had a hand in that hire.
Twenty years later, I still reside and am actively engaged in the Ames community – now with a husband and two young sons in the mix. And, in the fall of 2010, I had the pleasure of adding one more label to my relationship with Gayle – sisters – when I was initiated into her Ames P.E.O. chapter. Perhaps one of my most special memories.
I will miss Gayle dearly and I’ll never forget her influence on my life and trajectory. Words cannot express my gratitude, and I am committed to doing everything that I can to support and encourage young students as she supported and encouraged me.
Lisa Frerichs Ames, Iowa
’03 Journalism and Mass Communication
Tribute by her friend Karen Colbert
Gayle Huey was a mentor to me when we worked together on teacher education tasks at Iowa State. She was both a natural leader and a fantastic collaborator. Her gift was forming teams of people who could get along, take pride in doing the best job possible in their work, and have a good time along the way. Gayle was easily one of the most positive people I have met in my life. She taught me how to have difficult conversations with students using honesty, compassion, and optimism. When she retired, she became a role model for me in a different way, showing me how to be thoughtful about the best ways to spend limited time. I will always miss her nonstop kindness and wonderful sense of humor.
Tribute by her husband, Lee Huey
Gayle L. Huey was born in Decatur, IL. on November 10, 1946 and she died in Des Moines, IA. on January 12, 2019. Gayle served as Director of Field Experience in the College of Education, Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Iowa State University from 1991 until 2010 when she retired. In this position she collaborated with colleagues, helping design and implement an alternative teacher education program for undergraduate students majoring in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education. The project was known as Project Opportunity. Cohorts of students took classes and practicums together for the remainder of their program. Each cohort was partnered with at least one school district. Gayle was the site coordinator for the students who partnered with the Ames Community School District. Gayle was instrumental in designing evaluation tools and gathering data concerning the effectiveness in preparing the students to be teachers. Because of the findings and her position as Director of Field Experiences, she and her team made positive changes to practicums for all the teacher education students at Iowa State University. While working at ISU she completed her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instructional Technology in 1996.
In Honor of My Friend, Gayle, a poem by Pam Miller
I’ve known Gayle since 1993,
That’s when she joined P.E.O., Chapter IV. *
Gayle’s friendly smile attracted many to our chapter;
The young women she invited brought new life and laughter. She welcomed Bed & Breakfast folks to stay overnight,
To raise funds for P.E.O. projects was her delight Welcomed guests enjoyed each seasonal collection;
But when it was time to down-size, she did it with perfection. The family was invited to take what ever they liked,
I liked the grandson that chose the bed set “he’d slept on all his life.” Cy will miss her cheering and singing, like fans do,
Yes, Lee and Gayle are Cyclone fans, forever true.
We had teaching school in common, like many of us do, We’d both supervised student teachers for ISU, too.
She must have been an excellent elementary teacher, The way she told stories, she could have been a preacher.
Her timing was perfect and kept me on the edge of my seat, Describing her grandkid-adventure as Pirate Gg LaFeet. Ahoy! And shiver my timbers; Gayle couldn’t be beat!
She was proud of her whole family and the talent they possessed Her singing twin granddaughters made her feel so blessed.
Her love for family helped her battle her lung diseases,
She loved Lee, their kids, too and of course she loved Jesus.
The Bible says God is near the broken-hearted, so He is here today. He’s here to remind us that death does not have the final say.
For those who trust in Jesus, He is the truth, the life, the way.
Alfred Joensen
July 24, 1930-May 10, 2018
Alfred “Al” Joensen, a former associate professor of mechanical engineering at Iowa State University, passed away at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames on May 10, 2018. He was 87.
Joensen was born on July 24, 1930 and grew up in the Bronx, New York. He graduated from Stuyvestant High School and attended City College of New York where he played on the varsity football and lacrosse teams. In 1951, he joined the Air Force as a navigator and flew in missions all around the world. Following his active duty, Joensen served in the Air Force Reserve for 28 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
After an honorable discharge, Joensen studied mechanical engineering at Iowa State, graduating with his bachelor of science in 1957. He then enrolled in graduate school at Iowa State, simultaneously working as a part-time instructor, and graduated in 1965 with his master of science in mechanical engineering. He then served on the mechanical engineering faculty until his retirement in 1999 at which time he was granted the title of Associate Professor Emeritus in Mechanical Engineering.
Joesen’s research and teaching focused on power plant design, thermodynamics, and alternative fuels. He was involved with Iowa State’s partnership with the City of Ames to study the effects of burning landfill items to generate electricity.
Outside of his responsibilities with the university, Joensen was active with area Cub Scout and Boy Scout troops. He was also a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish (1959-1976) and St. Cecilia Parish (1976-2018). He served as a minister to the sick and homebound for St. Cecilia. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was also a big supporter of athletics at both Iowa State and Ames High, often serving as a timer at ISU track meets. Along with his family, he also enjoyed traveling around the United States and Europe.
On August 17, 1959 Joensen married Marilyn Simington in Waterloo, Iowa. The couple lived in Ames during their 58-year marriage and raised four sons and a daughter. Joensen is survived by his wife, five children, and seven grandchildren.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Associate Professor Emeritus Al Joensen passed away May 10th, 2018 at the age of 87.
Al Joensen, a previous associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, passed away May 10, 2018 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. Alfred William Joensen was born in New York City on July 24, 1930. He grew up in the Bronx and graduated from Stuyvesant High School in 1948. He then attended the City College of New York from 1948 to 1950, during which time he played varsity football and lacrosse. In 1951, he joined the Air Force and flew in missions all over the world. Following his active duty, he continued to serve in the Air Force Reserve for 28 years and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
After an honorable discharge from his Air Force active duty, he enrolled at Iowa State and graduated with his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in 1957. After graduation he was hired by the department as instructor while simultaneously taking graduate courses. He married Marilyn Simington in 1959 and together they went on to raise four sons and a daughter. He completed his master’s degree in ME in 1965. During his career, Al’s research and teaching focused on power plant design, thermodynamics, and alternative fuels. He was also involved with the refuse-to-energy research project between the ME department and the Ames Resource Recovery Plant in the 1970s.
Outside of work, Al served on the Ames Utility Board and was also a supporter of Ames High and Iowa State athletics, often working as a timer at ISU track meets. He also served as a simulated patient for the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He was active with his church, serving as an usher and minister for St. Thomas Aquinas Parish (1959-1976) and as an usher, minister to the sick and homebound, and a member of the Facilities Committee for St. Cecilia Parish (1976-2018). Al is survived by his wife, five children, and seven grandchildren.
Dennis Johnson
January 16, 1941-March 11, 2019
On March 11, 2019, Dennis (Denny) C. Johnson completed his earthly journey and joined his heavenly family. He was diagnosed with a rare disease called Primary Progressive Aphasia. He valiantly faced the challenges of this progressive disease for several years.
Dennis was born in Tyler, MN January 16, 1941 to Clarence and Adelia (Jensen) Johnson and enjoyed helping his parents on the farm.
He graduated from Bethel College, St. Paul, MN in 1963 where he met the love of his life, Doris (Swanson). One of the first memories they shared was singing for President Kennedy in the Rose Garden, along with other Bethel choir members.
Dennis obtained his doctorate in Electroanalytical Chemistry from the University of Minnesota in 1968. He and Doris moved to Ames, Iowa where he taught at Iowa State University for 34 years.
He had an ability to develop a special bond with students, some of whom viewed him as a surrogate father – especially those from other countries. Dennis and Doris were unable to have biological children, but became the ‘significant other’ to many children, from infants to college age.
An ‘official’ summary of Dennis’ professional career is over 35 pages long, listing numerous honors and awards. In addition to receiving several teaching, advising, and research awards in chromatography and electroanalytical chemistry, he was honored with the Governor’s Science Medal for the State of Iowa, Alumnus of the Year at Bethel University, and recognized as a Distinguished Professor.
Dennis developed an electrochemical method of detecting all proteins and carbohydrates which has been applied commercially. In addition he developed a process to electrochemically incinerate hazardous materials. He lectured around the world and provided leadership for numerous graduate students in addition to his normal teaching schedule. Although he taught graduate level courses, he volunteered to teach general chemistry. He said, “Those are the people who will be our next legislators and community leaders. They need to understand science.”
He typically spent 60-65 hours a week teaching, advising research and interacting with students. He truly had an ‘open door’ policy. He particularly enjoyed research, he said, “We’re constantly finding things that God put there. And to be the first to find something that God had there all along is amazing.”
Far from a mere facts and figures man, Dennis was a talented musician, as a singer, but especially as an organist. As he said, “I get more thrill out of being part of a good church service than I do getting a paper published. Besides, we scientists like to use the other half of our brain so we don’t walk around with our heads hanging to one side.”
Dennis and Doris chose to retire early and moved to Red Wing, Minnesota in 2002. He became active in church worship music and gave periodic organ recitals. He and Doris were the ‘Red Wing Carolers’ at the Holiday Stroll. In 2017 they left Red Wing and moved to Waverly Gardens in North Oaks, MN.
Once when Dennis was interviewed, he stated “It is certain that if I could choose to relive my life, I’d choose to follow the same pathway; however, I’d choose to walk more quickly.”
Dennis was preceded in death by his Mother, Father, Sister, and 2 nieces. Surviving him is his wife, Doris (Swanson) Johnson, brother, Robert Johnson, and several nephews and their families as well as many cousins.
On Saturday, March 16, visitation will begin at 11:30 am with the Celebration of Life Service to follow at 1:00 pm. Both will be held at First Lutheran Church, Red Wing, MN. A special musical organ prelude will be offered prior to the Celebration of Life service, featuring some of the hymns arranged by Dennis.
Memorials can go to Bethel University-Music Department; Presbyterian Homes Foundation; or to a charity of your choice, in Dennis’ honor.
Tribute by his wife, Doris Johnson
Dennis C. Johnson was known as Dr. Johnson, Doc, The Boss, Denny, and even ‘The Big Cheese’. Which is a story of its own – involving a mouse in his ‘newly renovated’ research area. He would often tell his classroom and lab students to call him Dennis if they saw him on campus. That way he’d know that they had taken one of his classes.
Dennis was born January 16, 1941 in Tyler, MN. He received his B.S. degree from Bethel University in St. Paul, MN and earned his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota.
He, and his wife Doris, moved to Ames in 1968 where his began his 34-year career as a Professor at Iowa State and Researcher in Ames, Lab. His research focus was in Electro-Analytical Chemistry. Technical descriptions could be used to describe the significance of his research, but in layman’s terms he and his students developed an electrochemical method of detecting all proteins and carbohydrates, which has been applied commercially. In addition, they developed a process to electrochemically incinerate hazardous materials. Although he taught graduate level courses, he volunteered to teach general chemistry. He said, “Those are the people who will be our next legislators and community leaders. They need to understand science.”
Dennis particularly enjoyed research. He often said, “We’re constantly finding things that God put there. And to be the first to find something that God had there all along is amazing.”
Far from a mere facts and figures man, Dennis was a talented musician. He loved to play the organ and spent many hours in retirement writing organ music. He would comment, “We scientists like to use the other half of our brain, so we don’t walk around with our heads hanging to one side.”
Although Dennis was an outstanding scientist and musician, he was an amazing human being. Here are just a few comments shared at Dennis’ Celebration of Life Service, held 2 ½ months ago.
• “ I cannot imagine having been mentored by anyone else. ‘The Boss’ was hands down the smartest man that I’ve ever known, but beyond that he loved God. He was always able to help us see the bigger picture.”
• “ Dennis had this amazing ability to treat each student in our group equally and yet uniquely. He challenged us and encouraged us to bring out the very best in us.”
•“ We were proud to call the Boss our academic father. He was a dad to us in many ways. He stretched us, challenged us, and corrected us. But he also protected us and looked out for our best interest.”
•“ Dennis always had a smile when I saw him, and it was that smile, that you knew deep down he gave everyone, but the minute you saw it, it made you feel like a million dollars and that you were his favorite person.”
Someone later summarized Dennis’ life well with this quote; “Yes, his work with commercial applications has certainly given value to the world, and yet, it is his humanity that shines brightest in what people have said about him. His kindness, his generosity, his ability to provide people with inspiration and joy - these are the things that people remember and comment upon. It is proof of the idea that what people remember most is the way we make them feel. “
Dennis died March 11, 2019 from a rare disease called: Primary Progressive Aphasia. Dennis’ last few months were difficult times, but he modeled the following quote: “Never give up, no matter what your feet are stuck in.”
Howard Johnson
January 27, 1923-December 9, 2018
Howard Paul Johnson (95) of Ames, Iowa ceased tenure on this good earth on Sunday December 9th, 2018. A visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 13, 2018, with an 11:00 a.m. funeral service at First Baptist Church, 200 Lynn Ave, Ames, IA 50014 . Burial will take place at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
He was born on a farm in Sac County, Iowa to Gust and Ruth Johnson on January 27, 1923. He attended country school and graduated as Salutatorian from Odebolt High School.
After employment with his father and as a farm hand with neighbors, he was drafted into the Army during WWII. He entered the service January 1943 with the armored forces. Later while attached to a vehicle maintenance school, he was assigned to the Army Specialized Training Program. When the ASTP program closed, he was transferred to the artillery in the 69th Infantry Division where he served in the European Theater from the end of the Bulge, across Germany to contact the Russian Army at the Elbe River.
After discharge from the Army in January 1946, he began studies at Iowa State College in March 1946. With the aid of the GI Bill he completed the BS and MS degrees in engineering. He was ever grateful for the support of Congress and taxpayers who enabled veterans to attend college. He completed an MS degree in hydraulics at the University of Iowa in 1954 and was awarded the PhD jointly with Civil Engineering (Soil Mechanics) and Agricultural Engineering, soil and water resources in 1959. While in undergraduate and graduate school, he was elected to six academic honories including Phi Kappa Phi, Tau Beta Pi and Sigma Xi.
In June 1952 Howard and Particia Larson were married. They were blessed with three children, Cynthia Jean, Lynette Ann and Malcolm Paul by 1959.
In 1960 Howard began a career with the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department at Iowa State University after several years as a research associate. His teaching and research responsibilities related to soil conservation, agricultural hydrology, computer modeling and, with peers, the transport of sediment and degradation of chemicals in the agricultural environment.
Howard served on the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ASABE) as Technical Council Director, Soil and Water Division and was Chairman of the Soil and Water Division Steering Committee. He served as Chairman of the ASABE of the Committee on Graduate Instruction.
He received the Hancor Soil and Water Engineering Award for Advancing the Science of Agricultural Hydrology in 1978 and The John Deere Gold Medal for Distinguished Achievement in the Application of Science and Art to the Soil after retirement. He was elected to Who's Who in Engineering by the Engineer's Joint Council in 1977.
Howard was named Acting Head of the ASABE Department in 1980 and Department Head in 1981. In 1983 the faculty of the College of Agriculture elected him to Gamma Sigma Delta, an Award of Merit for Distinguished Service to Agriculture. In 1986 he was selected as Anson Martson Distinguished Professor of Engineering. He was pleased to receive the associated plaque signed by President Robert Parks.
In 1973 Howard was named Fellow of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering. In 1988 he was elected to Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science. With the aid of peers, he compiled the history of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department in Agricultural Engineering Century: Iowa State University, which was published in 2005.
Howard was a member of the Ames Rotary and the First Baptist Church for which he served several capacities. He served as chair of Abbie Sawyer PTO.
Howard's interest in the environment encouraged family camping across Canada and Western United States. Fishing, canoeing and hiking involved vacation time. He developed an interest in photography, especially of nature. He was Chair of the Ames Camera Club in 1994.
He was a member of the Ink Spots Writers, an Ames Library group. He was also a member of Northcrest Writers. He composed three poetry chapbooks and published poetry many years in Lyrical Iowa, annual book of the Iowa Poetry Association. His prose essays related primarily to family recollections, WWII memories and economics. He wrote the genealogy of both sides of his family, his father an immigrant, his mother a first-generation citizen.
In retirement Howard enjoyed foreign travels, hobbies, reading and investment and bridge club.
Howard is survived by his wife Patricia, their three children Cynthia, Lynette and Malcolm, his siblings Elaine, Virginia, Helen and Wayne, and grandchildren Erica, Kristen, Benjamin and Drew.
In lieu of flowers we invite you to contribute to a Memorial Fund in Howard's honor benefiting Iowa State University, the Northcrest community, and the First Baptist Church of Ames.
Online condolences may be directed to: wwwgrandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Howard was born on a farm in Sac County, Iowa to Gust and Ruth Johnson on January 27, 1923. He attended country school and graduated as Salutatorian from Odebolt High School.
After employment with his father and as a farm hand with neighbors, he was drafted into the Army during WWII. He entered the service January 1943 with the armored forces. Later while attached to a vehicle maintenance school, he was assigned to the Army Specialized Training Program. When the ASTP program closed, he was transferred to the artillery in the 69th Infantry Division where he served in the European Theater from the end of the Bulge, across Germany to contact the Russian Army at the Elbe River.
After discharge from the Army in January 1946, he began studies at Iowa State College in March 1946. With the aid of the GI Bill he completed the BS and MS degrees in engineering. He was ever grateful for the support of Congress and taxpayers who enabled veterans to attend college. He completed an MS degree in hydraulics at the University of Iowa in 1954 and was awarded the PhD jointly with Civil Engineering (Soil Mechanics) and Agricultural Engineering, soil and water resources in 1959.
In 1960 Howard began a career with the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department at Iowa State University after several years as a research associate. His teaching and research responsibilities related to soil conservation, agricultural hydrology, computer modeling and, with peers, the transport of sediment and degradation of chemicals in the agricultural environment.
Howard served on the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ASABE) as Technical Council Director, Soil and Water Division and was Chairman of the Soil and Water Division Steering Committee. He served as Chairman of the ASABE of the Committee on Graduate Instruction.
He received the Hancor Soil and Water Engineering Award for Advancing the Science of Agricultural Hydrology in 1978 and The John Deere Gold Medal for Distinguished Achievement in the Application of Science and Art to the Soil after retirement. He was elected to Who's Who in Engineering by the Engineer's Joint Council in 1977.
Howard was named Acting Head of the Ag Engineering Department in 1980 and Department Head in 1981. In 1986 he was selected as Anson Marston Distinguished Professor of Engineering. In 1973 Howard was named Fellow of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering. In 1988 he was elected to Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science. With the aid of peers, he compiled the history of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department in Agricultural Engineering Century: Iowa State University, which was published in 2005.
He was a member of the Ink Spots Writers, an Ames Library group. He was also a member of Northcrest Writers. He composed three poetry chapbooks and published poetry many years in Lyrical Iowa, annual book of the Iowa Poetry Association. His prose essays related primarily to family recollections, WWII memories and economics. He wrote the genealogy of both sides of his family, his father an immigrant, his mother a first-generation citizen.
Howard is survived by his wife Patricia, their three children Cynthia, Lynette and Malcolm, his siblings Elaine, Virginia, Helen and Wayne, and grandchildren Erica, Kristen, Benjamin and Drew.
Thomas Johnston
April 10, 1936-April 22, 2019
Thomas R. Johnston “Tom,” 83 years old, of Nevada, died on Monday, April 22, 2019, at Mary Greeley Medical Center. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home at 1418 Fawcett Parkway, Nevada. A private burial is planned.
Tom served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-62 during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. After his military service, Tom became administrative head of management data systems at the Department of Energy, ISU Ames Laboratory. He was recruited for the purpose of launching the Ames Laboratory into the computer age to assist the scientists to develop programs to aid in their research. He retired in 1992.
In retirement, Tom pursued new interests in astronomy, photography and music. He was a lifelong learner
and spent much of his time researching his many interests — and he especially loved spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Donna; and three daughters, Deb Johnston, Tammy (Mike) Mitchell and Kim (Steve) Hanson; his five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Legion, Williams F. Ball, Post 48, Nevada. Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. www.rasmussonfh.com.
Tribute by his wife, Donna Johnston
ISU Work Experience:
Tom began his career at the Department of Energy, Ames Laboratory, ISU in June of 1962, after spending 9 years in the U.S. Air Force. He and his colleague, Frank Carlsen, were hired at the same time and were recruited for the purpose of helping to launch the Laboratory into the computer age. Both came to the Lab as scientific programmers. Both had worked with computers in the military. Tom became head of Management Data Systems and Frank was in charge of Management Operations Systems. As Tom put it, he was in charge of the software (programming) of the computers, and Frank was in charge of the hardware. They were ultimately housed in the Computer Garage located behind the Physics building. Together they successfully served the Administrative Division and the Operations and DOE headquarters. Tom and Frank worked side by side for 30 plus years until their retirements in 1991 and 1992.
Highlight of Tom’s Employment:
There were many highlights in Tom’s career. He enjoyed watching the young computer science students and graduates that were employed in his office gain experience and confidence in their careers. He looked forward to his travels to the annual meetings held at the National DOE Laboratories around the country, and served as chairperson on the peer review committee at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory shortly before his retirement. He made many lasting friendships at these meetings. Upon retirement he often said that what he missed most was the intellectual stimulation and learning from his colleagues at the Ames Laboratory and Iowa State University.
Personal Memory of Tom:
Tom was a natural computer programmer. I remember an employee saying that Tom could walk by the door and debug a program. And, he wanted to help everyone reap the benefits of the computer age and learn to be comfortable doing it. He went office to office to see if there were any problems he could help the users with. I think he would like to be remembered as a people person—enjoying his colleagues, and working to help make their jobs as easy and efficient as possible.
George Junkhan
January 30, 1929-August 6, 2018
George H. Junkhan, age 89, passed away on August 6, 2018 at Mary Greeley Medical Center. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John's by the Campus Episcopal Church, 2338 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa. A luncheon and social time will follow. Burial of the cremains will be in ISU cemetery. George was born January 30, 1929 in Peoria, Il, the son of Oscar and Della Junkhan. He graduated from Peoria High School and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1950 1953. He earned B.S., Masters, and PhD. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University. He then joined the faculty at ISU teaching and doing research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He retired in 1994. George is survived by his
wife of 61 years, Margaret, his daughter and son-in-law Lauren and Kelly Van Meter, his son and daughter-inlaw David and Joan Junkhan, grandchildren Madeleine Van Meter, Jacqueline Van Meter, and Mitchell
Junkhan. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial gifts to a charity of the donor's choice or St. John's Church. Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremation.com
Tribune from his wife, Marg Junkhan
George enjoyed interacting with his students on projects, etc. And he really enjoyed his international experiences teaching and doing research at Von Karman Institute in Brussels and participating in many international conferences. He loved to travel going back to his favorite places in Europe many times.
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Professor Emeritus George Junkhan passed away August 6, 2018 at the age of 89 George Junkhan, a previous professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, passed away on August 6, 2018 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. George H. Junkhan was born January 30, 1929 in Peoria, Illinois.
He served in the Air Force from 1950 to 1953 and enrolled at Iowa State after his service. He earned his B.S. (1955) and M.S. (1959) in mechanical engineering and joined the ME faculty as an assistant professor after graduation. While serving on the faculty he simultaneously pursued a Ph.D. in theoretical and applied mechanics and mechanical engineering, completing it in 1964. During his career his research focused on heat transfer and fluid mechanics on which he authored or co-authored dozens of articles. He served stints as a visiting professor at various institutions including Prairie View A&M, a historically black college in Texas, as well as at the von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics in Brussels, Belgium. He also did consultation work for Deere and Co., Caterpillar Tractor Co., Bock Corporation, and Check-all Valve Corp. George received the ME department’s Professor of the Year award in 1980 and in 1987 received the ISU Alumni Association Award for distinguished service. He retired with the rank of Professor Emeritus in 1994. George is survived in death by his wife, two children, and three grandchildren.
Sandra Kellen
October 20, 1943-December 10, 2018
Sandra L. Kellen, 75, of Ames, died at her home on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018.
Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, in Nevada, with burial to follow in Ames Municipal Cemetery. Memorial visitation will be from 5 o 7 p.m. on Monday at Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada. Condolences may be expressed online at www.ryanfunerals.com.
Born Oct. 20, 1943, in State Center, Sandra Lou Kellen was the daughter of Louis and Lornetta (Kuhlman) Nolta. She graduated from State Center High School in 1961.
On March 5, 1966, Sandra was united in marriage to Daniel Kellen at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Ames. The couple was blessed with one son, Jeff. Sandra was employed as a secretary in various offices at Iowa State University, including the food and nutrition department, the dean’s office of the agricultural college, the alumni office and the Iowa State Foundation. She served as housemother at Sigma Pi Fraternity for many years.
Sandra enjoyed time spent “coffee-ing” with her friends, finding treasures at local thrift stores and the company of her family, especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include her son, Jeff Kellen, and wife, Kim, of Nevada; three grandchildren, Daniel, Joel and Eva; one brother, Stanley (Nancy) Nolta, of State Center; two aunts, Myrtis Kuhlman, of State Center, and Sharon Kasischke, of Hubbard; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Louis (Jean) Kellen, Melvin Ruba, Ambrose (Anne) Kellen, Jerome (Pearl) Kellen, Elizabeth Kellen and Arnold (Peggy) Kellen; and many nieces, nephews and other extended family members.
Sandra was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel, on May 31, 1967; two infant grandchildren, Cora and Casandra, in 1998; her parents; and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Dolores (Sylvester) Hansen, Lawrence (Doris) Kellen, Agnes Ruba and Joseph Kellen.
Ryan Funeral Home, of Nevada, has been entrusted with the care of Sandra and her family.
Rosemary Kellenberger
January 22, 1936-November 1, 2018
Dr. Rosemary Clark Kellenberger, 82, of Ames, passed away on Nov. 1, 2018, at Bethany Manor in Story City. Born in Knoxville, on Jan. 22, 1936, Rosemary was the daughter of Paul and Josephine (Griebenow) Clark. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1953. Rosemary was united in marriage to Gene Victor Kellenberger on Aug. 24, 1957, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines. She earned a bachelors degree in education and psychology from Iowa State University, a master’s degree in psychology from the University of Iowa, and a Ph.D. in higher education from Iowa State University. Gene and Rosemary moved from Cedar Rapids to Ames in 1985.
Rosemary was a homemaker most of her life, however, she was employed with Iowa State University retiring as a computer science advisor. She was a member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames, Delta Zeta Sorority, Daughters of the American Revolution and P.E.O.
Gene and Rosemary were very active in A.A.U. swimming, where they served as board members and officials. Rosemary is survived by her husband, Gene, of Ames; daughters, Karen (John) Roltgen, of Cedar Rapids, Diane (Lee) Akin, of Ames, Sandra (Jeffrey) Deitering ,of Lawrence, Kan.; two grandchildren, Jay (Katie) Roltgen, of Olathe, Kan., and Sarah Roltgen, of Des Moines; and three great-grandchildren, Emma, Leah and John Roltgen.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rosemary’s name to the Animal Rescue League, 5452 NE 22nd St., Des Moines, IA, 50313-2528.
A private graveside service will be in Ames Municipal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Rosemary’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.
James Kiser
September 8, 1918-July 14, 2018
Ames - James Joy Kiser died the morning of July 14, 2018. He was born September 8, 1918, in Paullina, Iowa, to Joy Alto Kiser and Katherine Geneva Culp Kiser. He grew up on Walnut Hill Farm and learned to ride and drive horses at an early age. Jim graduated from Paullina High School in 1936.
Jim enrolled in Iowa State College, played freshman basketball and lettered in polo. He was a member of the livestock judging team as well as ROTC. He graduated with a B.S. degree in Animal Science in 1942.
Jim was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army in 1942. He commanded Battery "A", 156th Field Artillery Battalion, 44th Infantry Division in WWII. From 1944 to 1945, he saw combat in France, Germany and Austria. Jim was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. He served from 1946 through 1974 in the Army Reserve and retired as a Colonel.
In 1946, Jim went to South Dakota State University where he taught Animal Science classes, coached the livestock judging team and was in charge of the horse program. He met Elizabeth (Bettie) Dawson in 1946 in Chicago and they were married in 1947. Jim received an M.S. degree in Animal Science from SDSU in 1952. Jim and Bettie moved to Ames in 1951, where he joined the Animal Science Department at Iowa State College, now Iowa State University. He again was in charge of the horse program, taught classes and coached the livestock judging team. Jim was named faculty advisor for the Block and Bridle Club Horse Show and the ISU Rodeo Club. "Professor Kiser" taught at ISU until his retirement in 1989.
Jim was also the Extension Horse Specialist at ISU and conducted hundreds of clinics and meetings for 4-H clubs throughout Iowa. He was Superintendent of the Iowa State Fair 4-H Horse Show for many years.
Jim was accredited to judge more than 17 breeds of horses and ponies and spent many years judging shows throughout the U.S. and Canada. Highlights included the Quarter Horse Congress and World Shows and several National Arabian Shows. He served as an officer of many breed associations, including the Iowa Quarter Horse Association for more than 15 years and was on the board of directors of the American Quarter Horse Association from 1962 to 1986. Jim was inducted into the Halls of Fame of many horse and livestock councils and associations.
Jim and Bettie were a devoted couple for 67 years. They were part of a beloved couples bridge club, Red Friars dance group, and were active in the Collegiate Methodist Church. They and their daughters, Kathy, born in 1954 and Janice, in 1955, spent many happy times together riding horses and traveling throughout the country on Jim's judging trips.
Jim's family includes daughter and son-in-law Kathy and Jay Light, daughter Jan Frank, Jay's son Richard Light, granddaughter Abby Frank and grandson Evan Frank. He was preceded in death by his wife Bettie, his parents and his brother Donald Jay Kiser.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be directed to: The Kiser 4-H Scholarship at the Iowa 4-H Foundation, Extension 4-H Youth Building, Iowa State University, 1259 Stange Road, Ames, Iowa 50011.
Linda Knecht
April 19, 1951-January 14, 2016
Linda Knecht, age 64, of Ames died at the Israel Family Hospice House on January 14, 2016 in Ames. A gathering of friends and family will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 19, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church with an 11:00 a.m. memorial service at the church to follow.
Linda was born April 19, 1951 in Waterville, Maine the daughter of Charles and Jacqueline Markee. The family moved to Ohio and later settled in Tama, Iowa where she graduated from South Tama High School. She met Dave Knecht and the couple later married on July 17, 1971 in Toledo, Iowa. They both attended Iowa State University, where they earned their degrees. Following graduation, she worked for Iowa State University in several different areas ending her career in the Telecommunications Department before going on long term disability in 1996.
She was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church. Linda enjoyed reading, woodworking, gardening, and art of all kinds. She also loved traveling, especially to Lake Powell and hiking the Grand Canyon, the Rockies, and Tetons. She is survived by her husband, Dave Knecht of Ames and a son, Bryan Knecht of Cedar Falls.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. Memorials may be directed to the Israel Family Hospice House or Story County Animal Shelter. Online condolences may directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Raymond Kolpin
May 4, 1927-February 11, 2019
Raymond Walter Kolpin died Feb. 11, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society Nursing Home in St. Ansgar, at age of 91.
Ray was born May 4, 1927, in Aurelia to Walter and Lilly (Honsbruch) Kolpin. He attended schools in Aurelia and after graduation, attended Iowa State University.
Ray, his parents and brother moved to a farm south of Ames in 1945.
He began his career working for the Memorial Union on the Iowa State University campus. He worked there for 47 years until his retirement. His primary responsibility was HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning).
Ray married Cleo Rustad on July 2, 1967, at Mona Lutheran Church in Mona. Ray was a long-time member of Memorial Lutheran Church, Ames.
He was a long time collector of antique cars and tractors. He enjoyed learning about heavy duty mechanical equipment.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Norman, in 2013; and sister-in-law, Anita Rustad, in 2011.
Ray is survived by his wife Cleo; brother-in-law, Robert Rustad; five nephews and three nieces; and many great-nephews and nieces.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on March 17 at Memorial Lutheran Church in Ames, with a graveside service at 2 p.m. on March 23 in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mona.
Schroeder and Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, (641) 713-4920, www.schroederandsites.com.
Tribute by his nephew, Dennis Rustad
ISU work experience:
Iowa State Memorial Union Employee Retired after 47 years Started at 37 1/2 cents per hour
Highlight of their employment:
Ray met Cleo(wife) in the Union kitchen. Ray experienced many changes to the Union over the
years, significant change addition of Air Conditioning . Method of pay when first started was Cash, paid in envelope. The bottom of envelope was a message that read Keep this envelope, It is your receipt.
Personal memory:
My uncle Ray could fix anything, loved the challenge of fixing broken items no matter how Big or Small. I still have a wooden tool box ,he built for me 50 plus years ago!
Barbara Kotouc
October 21, 1934-May 21, 2018
Barbara E. Kotouc, age 83, of Nevada, Iowa, died Monday, May 21, 2018, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa.
Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church in Nevada, with Pastor Chris Waddle officiating. Memorial visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church.
Born October 21, 1934, in Flippin, Kentucky, Barbara Etta (Dickerson) Kotouc was the daughter of Clura and Gladys (Belcher) Dickerson. She moved with her family to Iowa as a young girl and was raised in Garrison, Iowa, where she graduated from high school in 1953.
On June 10, 1956, Barbara was married to Carroll Kotouc at the United Methodist Church in Garrison. The couple lived in several Iowa towns, including Farnhamville and West Liberty, before settling in Nevada in 1972. They were blessed with three children, Jim, Eva, and Jason.
Barbara provided custodial work at Iowa State University, retiring after 20 years of service. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Nevada and participated in the United Methodist Women’s group. She enjoyed following Kentucky Wildcats basketball and was a member of several bowling leagues throughout the years.
Survivors include her husband of over 60 years, Carroll; her children, Jim (Evelyn) Kotouc of Nevada, Eva Slaybaugh of Zearing, and Jason Kotouc of Ames; four grandchildren, Zachary Kotouc of Norfolk, VA, Seth Kotouc of Underwood, Catherine (Dan) Kramer of Ankeny, and Brandy Slaybaugh of Nevada; three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Samuel, and Jenna; and a brother, Jim (Cheryl) Dickerson of Altoona.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents.
Ryan Funeral Home of Nevada has been entrusted with the care of Barbara and her family.
Tribute from her husband Carroll Kotouc
Barbara made many friends in her work at ISU. She never met a stranger, and we still hear from many of them today. Thank you for the ceremony, Barbara would be pleased.
Marlys Ladd
April 25, 1927-September 20, 2018
Marlys Elaine Ladd, 91, of Ames, died on September 20, 2018, at her home in Green Hills Retirement Community. A memorial service will be held at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 27.
Marlys Schulz was born on April 25, 1927. She grew up as the only child of Edward and Adeline Eichel Schulz on their farm in Brookings County, South Dakota, near the town of Bruce, and attended Eureka No. 57, a one-room school, through eighth grade. She graduated from Volga High School in 1945 and attended South Dakota State College. On September 11, 1948, she married George Wells Ladd in Brookings and later accompanied him as he pursued graduate study at Michigan State and the University of Illinois. During these years she continued her studies and worked at various jobs, including at the Sexauer grain elevator in Brookings and the University of Illinois library.
After moving to Ames in 1955 she withdrew from paid employment but not from the community. She was a 60-year member of the ISU Women's Club and she served for many years as a volunteer at the Ames Public Library and at Mary Greeley Hospital. She put her administrative skills to greatest use at Collegiate United Methodist Church of Ames, of which she wasa member since 1955. She served there in many capacities, among them working in the kitchens, overseeing their renovation, and chairing the Board of Trustees. She was also devoted to her garden, her birds, and the extensive genealogical research she conducted for herself and others.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George, in 2016. She is survived by her daughter Lisa Ladd and her husband, David Michael, of Ames; son Brian and his wife, Louise Burkhart of Guilderland, New York; granddaughter Clare Ladd of Brookline, Massachusetts;her sister-in-law, Marian Golic of Overland Park, Kansas; a niece, Kay Golic Devine; and two nephews, Kevin and Kent Golic. Visitation will be at Adams Funeral Home in Ames from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26. Burial will be at the Ames Municipal Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Collegiate United Methodist Church.
John Lamont
April 7, 1942-November 27, 2018
John Lamont, 76, of Ames passed away November 27, 2018 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, following a short illness. A visitation will be held Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018 from 3 – 5 pm at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames, Iowa. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, December 3, 2018 at 10:30 am at Collegiate United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.
John William Lamont was born on March 7, 1942, the son of William E. and Thelma (Smarr) Lamont, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He graduated in 1960 from Jackson High School in Jackson, Missouri. John received a
B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from The Missouri School of Mines (now the University of Missouri at Rolla) and his M.S. and Ph.D degrees from the University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri. It was on the Columbia campus that he met Kathryn (Kitty) Mitchell and they were married in June 1968. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past June.
John began his teaching career at the University of Missouri. He taught at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, and The University of Texas, Austin. John also worked as Project Manager for the Electric Power Research Institute in Palo Alto, California and several electric power utilities. The last 20 years of his teaching career were in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Iowa State University, where he served a stint as the Director of The Electric Power Research Center. John retired in 2007 as Professor Emeritus. It was always his goal to prepare students for working in the real, practical world. John was known for his integrity, kindness, and good humor. John enjoyed reading mystery books with his friendly cat Charley, a frequent companion. John and his wife loved to travel the world, from Australia to Alaska to Europe.
He is preceded in death by his son, Bill; his parents, his Grandmother Olive Smarr and Aunt Willina Smith. John is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Kitty) Lamont, one daughter, Kathryn (Ryan) Whaley of Rochester, MN and one granddaughter, Alexandra.
Tribute by his wife, Kathryn Lamont
John began his teaching career at the University of Missouri. He taught at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, and The University of Texas, Austin. John also worked as Project Manager for the Electric Power Research Institute in Palo Alto, California and for several electric power utilities. The last 20 years of his teaching career were in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Iowa State University, where he served as the first Director of the Electric Power Research Center. John retired in 2007 as Professor Emeritus. It was always his goal to prepare students for working in the real, practical world. John was known for his integrity, kindness, and good humor. It was noted by his colleagues that John was a gentleman and warm friend to students and faculty alike.
I was fortunate and honored to accompany John on this long, wonderful journey of our lives, making new friendships throughout our lives and travels. John and I celebrated 50 years of marriage last summer, and we took joy in the two children we raised, Bill and Kathryn. John loved to pamper granddaughter Alexandra, read and play with her, and even challenge her in a teaching moment.
We celebrate John as a generous husband, father, and grandfather who succeeded professionally and in his relationships with friends, family, students and colleagues. John had a very full life. We were fortunate to be able to travel together to many places in the world with camera in tow to record lovely memories. John was a big collector of mystery books, wood carvings, beer steins from around the world and more. He was a talented photographer. And I can’t forget his friendship with his cat, Charley. John is deeply loved and missed. We will try to honor him by living life as he did with trust, courage and always good humor.
Tribute by his colleagues in ECpE
John Lamont, professor emeritus of Iowa State University‘s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE), passed away on Nov. 27, 2018, at the age of 76. Lamont received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the Missouri School of Mines, now the Missouri University of Science and Technology, and his Master of Science degree and Ph.D. from the University of Missouri, Columbia. He began his teaching career at the University of Missouri and went on to teach at the University of Southern California at Los Angeles; the University of Texas at Austin; and Iowa State University. He also worked as project manager for the Electric Power Research Institute in Palo Alto, California. During his time at ISU, outside of his role of Professor, Lamont was the first director of the Electric Power Research Center (EPRC) as well as the University Extension Coordinator for Electric Utilities. He was a senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and a full member of Sigma Xi, a non-profit honor society for scientists and engineers. Lamont’s research areas included electric power; operation of power systems; electric and magnetic fields; and computer applications; and he taught a variety of courses on those topics.
In 2007, he retired from Iowa State after 20 years as Professor of ECpE. At the time of his retirement, Lamont had seen 2,500 students through ECpE’s senior design program. Lamont considered another major accomplishment of his career to be coauthoring a report on emission dispatching for the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power from 1968 to 1973. The paper was the forerunner of today’s talk about the effects of car emissions on the environment.
“John Lamont brought to ECpE a combination of solid technical knowledge from his years working in academia and deep understanding of practical power engineering from his time in industry,” said Jim McCalley, Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State. “John used this combination at Iowa State in both his instructional and research activities. He taught an undergraduate senior elective course on electric utility systems and practices that was for years one of the most popular elective courses in the department. He also served as Director of the Electric Power Research Center, where he, among other things, performed measurements of power line electromagnetic interference around the Midwest. Above all, John was a gentleman and a warm friend to students and faculty alike. He will be deeply missed.”
Gloria Layton
December 11, 1925-February 5, 2019
Layton, Gloria Age 93, passed away peacefully in Minneapolis on February 5. Hers was a life full of family and friends, art and exploration. Like many talented women of her generation, Gloria nurtured a family while skillfully supporting the academic career of her late husband of 72 years, Wilbur Layton, at the University of Minnesota and Iowa State. They retired to a home on the Rogue River in southern Oregon, returning to Minneapolis in 2006.
Regardless of where she lived, Gloria actively promoted the well-being of others. She responded to Bill's death by starting a bereavement group to promote healing. She was active in the creation of the Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames, Iowa. Whether bending over her potter's wheel, bending over to pick up one of her three children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren, or bending over backwards to understand or help a person in need, Gloria brought an insightful intensity and creative generosity to her efforts. Gloria's exuberant laugh will continue to resonate in her children Greg, Patricia (Brad Engdahl) and Charles (Julie Quanrud), her grandchildren, great- grandchildren, brother Alan Madsen (Pat), and her cousins and friends across the country. Services will be held at a later date. Memorials preferred to American Cancer Society, American Heart Association or the charity of donor's choice.
Bernard Leeman
December 3, 1927-September 23, 2018
Bernard Lester Leeman, age 90, passed away September 23, 2018. Bernie was born December 3, 1927 to Milton and Minnie Leeman in Maine Township, Minnesota. He was baptized at Maine Presbyterian Church. As a boy, Bernie was active in 4-H with an interest in forestry. He helped on the family farm and enjoyed swimming. At age 16, he started a job driving a taxicab in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Later, he joined the US Navy and served as a gunner’s mate and helmsman on the USS Osmus, a destroyer escort.
Bernie married Clara Nelson in 1951. They first lived in Fargo, North Dakota, where he drove a gasoline transport truck. In 1952, they moved to Story City and later to Randall. Bernie owned his own trucks and hauled corn and beans for many years. Later, he delivered motor homes for Winnebago and worked as a custodian for Iowa State University. He enjoyed gardening, hunting, reading, working on puzzles, playing cards, walking, bicycling, and motorcycling. Bernie was a member of Elim Lutheran Church in Randall. He was involved in many church and community activities, including adult Sunday school, Sunday school treasurer, Bible study, Lions Club, Community Club, Randall’s town council and volunteer fire department, and Congregate meals. He was a humble man who was kind to everyone.
In recent years, Bernie resided at Timberland and Bethany Manor, where he was grateful for the staff’s loving care. Bernie is survived by his sons, Philip (Patty) and David (Beth); grandsons, Ryan, Brandon (Laurel), Daniel (Kelli) and Joel (Natalie); great-grandsons Zayne, Cooper, Micah, and Teddy; and sisters Iona Saunders, Shirley Long, and Inez Messer. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Clara, grandson Micah, and siblings Lyle, Leitha Eliason, Myrna Saunders, Bill, and Mark. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to Elim Lutheran Church.
Clara Leeman
November 28, 1928-November 7, 1996
Calvin Lewis
March 27, 1946-November 24, 2018
Calvin F. Lewis FAIA, Professor Architecture, AIA Iowa Medal of Honor
Des Moines - Calvin Fred Lewis was born in Illinois on March 27, 1946. He can be best described in a word; unique. A sentiment those fortunate enough to feel his profound influence understand. An example of uncompromising intellect, honesty, compassion and kindness. Whether you were a member of his firm, his client, his student, his teammate, your coach, his family, or a friend, he graciously shared his time, effort and love. Above all, he committed his life to improving the lives of others and recognized the influence everyone had on him.
After growing up among the architectural and sports icons of Chicago, Cal began his career in Des Moines, IA at Charles Herbert and Associates. He had received his formal architectural education from Iowa State University (ISU) where he graduated in 1970, while also earning All Big-8 Conference recognition in varsity football. A career highlight was the opportunity to collaborate with the university on the award winning Jacobson Athletics Building, reconnecting his two true passions... athletics and architecture.
During his time at ISU, Cal met the love of his life Diane Johnson. They married before graduation, and were fortunate to have recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in August.
In 1987, Cal was a founding principal of Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck Architecture (HLKB), the evolution of the Herbert firm. In 2001, the firm was honored with the coveted National AIA Firm Award — the highest recognition given to an architecture firm. During his tenure, Cal displayed a focus on design; for over thirty years he made significant contributions to the collaborative design process that drove the firm's award-winning work. Elevating him to AIA Fellowship in the prestigious category of Design by his national peers in the AIA, a status shared by only 1% of the profession.
Cal also exhibited a complimentary devotion to design education. In the 1980s he served his alma mater as a visiting adjunct professor, and in 2000 he formally reconnected with the academy when he was selected to lead the Department of Architecture as professor and chair. In the decade under his leadership, the department rose to national prominence and became consistently recognized as one of the top Architecture programs in the country.
In 2009, AIA Iowa bestowed Cal with their Medal of Honor, the architecture profession's highest individual recognition by peers within the state; there had only been ten other recipients in AIA Iowa's storied history. Cal was humbled by his extraordinary collection of accolades, but he recognized his greatest accomplishment was his family. His love for Diane and their four sons is the only thing that exceeded his passion for his profession.
Cal passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents Howard and Fern (Voelsch) Lewis. Surviving siblings; older sister Lynn (Glenn Glaser) and younger brothers Scott (Amy) and Gordon (Carol).
Cal's immediate family includes his wife Diane (Johnson) and four sons Nathan (Jodi; grandson Riley); Miller (Laura; grandson Colson and granddaughter Harper); Cooper (Lauren Burgeson); Wilson (Kendra Schaaf).
Cal's own words about his mentor, Charles "Chick" Herbert were reflected in him, "His towering yet humble presence will be missed, but his benevolent legacy is destined to live and flourish."
Calvin Fred Lewis was born in Illinois on March 27, 1946. He can be best described in a word; unique.
A sentiment those fortunate enough to feel his profound influence understand. An example of uncompromising intellect, honesty, compassion and kindness. Whether you were a member of his firm, his client, his student, his teammate, your coach, his family, or a friend, he graciously shared his time, effort and love. Above all, he committed his life to improving the lives of others and recognized the influence everyone had on him.
After growing up among the architectural and sports icons of Chicago, Cal began his career in Des Moines, IA at Charles Herbert and Associates. He had received his formal architectural education from Iowa State University (ISU) where he graduated in 1970, while also earning All Big-8 Conference recognition in varsity football. A career highlight was the opportunity to collaborate with the university on the award winning Jacobson Athletics Building, reconnecting his two true passions... athletics and architecture.
During his time at ISU, Cal met the love of his life Diane Johnson. They married before graduation, and were fortunate to have recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in August.
In 1987, Cal was a founding principal of Herbert Lewis Kruse Blunck Architecture (HLKB), the evolution of the Herbert firm. In 2001, the firm was honored with the coveted National AIA Firm Award — the highest recognition given to an architecture firm. During his tenure, Cal displayed a focus on design; for over thirty years he made significant contributions to the collaborative design process that drove the firm’s award-winning work. Elevating him to AIA Fellowship in the prestigious category of Design by his national peers in the AIA, a status shared by only 1% of the profession.
Cal also exhibited a complimentary devotion to design education. In the 1980s he served his alma mater as a visiting adjunct professor, and in 2000 he formally reconnected with the academy when he was selected to lead the Department of Architecture as professor and chair. In the decade under his leadership, the department rose to national prominence and became consistently recognized as one of the top Architecture programs in the country.
In 2009, AIA Iowa bestowed Cal with theirMedal of Honor, the architecture profession’s highest individual recognition by peers within the state; there had only been ten other recipients in AIA Iowa’s storied history. Cal was humbled by his extraordinary collection of accolades, but he recognized his greatest accomplishment was his family. His love for Diane and their four sons is the only thing that exceeded his passion for his profession.
Cal passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2018. He is preceded in death by his parents Howard and Fern (Voelsch) Lewis. Surviving siblings; older sister Lynn (Glenn Glaser) and younger brothers
Scott (Amy) and Gordon (Carol).
Cal’s immediate family includes his wife Diane Johnson) and four sons Nathan (Jodi; grandson Riley); Miller (Laura; grandson Colson and granddaughter Harper); Cooper (Lauren Burgeson); Wilson (Kendra Schaaf).
Cal’s own words about his mentor, Charles “Chick” Herbert were reflected in him, “His towering yet humble presence will be missed, but his benevolent legacy is destined to live and flourish.”
A memorial event to honor Cal’s extraordinary life will be planned for a future date yet to be determined.
Scott Lindley
March 25, 1993-January 2, 2019
Scott Lindley, 25, passed away Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. The family will receive friends 5-8 pm Tuesday, January 8th at Iles Westover Chapel. Funeral services will be 12 pm Wednesday, January 9th at The Pool Pavilion at Camp Dodge in Johnston. Burial will follow at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter.
Scott was born March 25, 1993 in Kirksville, Missouri. He lived most of his life in Douds, Iowa where he graduated from Van Buren High School in 2011. Scott enlisted in the Iowa Army National Guard before graduating and served in Afghanistan in 2013. Scott was just selected to be named Staff Sergeant at the Iowa National Guard. On December 15, 2017 Scott graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Criminal Justice. He was sworn in as an Iowa State University Police officer on December 21, 2017. He graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy on April 18, 2018.
Scott had a big heart and loved helping people and was always there if anyone needed him. Scott lived his life serving others. He was in the Iowa Army National Guard as a Combat Engineer and he worked as a police officer at Iowa State University. He was a loving and caring husband and friend. He did anything and everything he could to make sure he took care of his wife and that she was loved. He lived his life doing what he was passionate about, and he will continue serving others through the donation of his organs.
Survivors include his wife, Lydia; father, Mark Lindley of Fairfield; mother, Michelle Butler of Lexington Park, MD; grandmother, Doris Lindley of Bloomfield; several aunts, uncles and cousins; in laws: Freddy and Connie Tsui of Grimes; sisters-in-law: Sonia Norman and her son Cooper of Westfield, IN, Maria Tsui of West Des Moines; Susan Mercer and family of Douds.
Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Family Support, Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS), and PetSmart Charities. Online condolences are welcome at www.IlesCares.com
Richard Lowitt
February 25, 1922-June 23, 2018
Richard Lowitt, Distinguished Professor of American History, died at the age of 96 after a brief illness on Saturday, June 23, at his home in Concord, MA. His focus was the American West in the 20th century, and was best known for a definitive biography of Senator George W. Norris of Nebraska, who was instrumental in passing the Tennessee Valley Authority legislation. Other works include a biography of Senator Bronson Cutting of New Mexico, a biography of Senator Fred Harris of Oklahoma, the New Deal and the West, and The Standing Bear Controversy: Prelude to Indian Reform.
Born in 1922 in New York City to Hungarian immigrants, Eugene Lowitt and Eleanor Lebowitz Lowitt, he received a Bachelor of Specialized Studies from City College of New York, a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in History from Columbia University. His long career included positions on the History faculty of University of Maryland, University of Rhode Island, Connecticut College, Florida State University and the University of Kentucky. He served as Chairman of the Department of History at Iowa State University, Professor Emeritus at the University of Oklahoma, and Regents Professor at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma. He was a member of the Society of American Historians, Fellow of the Agricultural History Society of which he served as president from 1991-1992, Senior Fellow of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Fellow of the John Simon Guggenheim Foundation, and was a Member of the American History Association, Southern History Association, Western History Association, Mid-western History Association, and Organization of American Historians. He served on many committees and boards of editors including the Turner Prize Committee for the OAH.
Dr. Lowitt was predeceased in 2006 by his wife of 53 years, Suzanne Carson Lowitt, also an American historian and editor. He was also predeceased by his brother, Donald Lowitt. He is survived by his children, Peter Lowitt (Marilyn) of Concord, MA and Pamela Bennett (Wayne) of Brooklyn, NY. He is also survived by his grandchildren Matthew Bannister (Keri) of Erie, CO, Nicholas Lowitt of Denver, CO, Adam Bennett and Gillian Bennett of Brooklyn, NY, and great-grandson Logan Bannister. He enjoyed life in retirement in Concord, Massachusetts, after many years in the American West. He was prolific, enjoyed the history and people of his Concord community, and the company and love of his extended family there as well. Gifts in his memory can be directed to First Parish in Concord, 20 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742. A memorial service will be held there in Fall 2018 at a time and date to be announced
Bertha Lukawski
August 2, 1942-March 31, 2019
Bertha Lukawski, 76, of Olathe, KS formerly of Boone, IA, peacefully passed away in her home on March 31, 2019. Bertha was born in Lunteren, Holland on August 2, 1942 to Aalt and Gysbertje (Veenhof) Boon. Her family immigrated to America through Ellis Island in 1950 and settled in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The family quickly relocated to Boone where she attended the Hickory Grove School House.
Bertha met and married James Lukawski on August 7, 1965. Jim and Bertha made a home, a family and many fun- filled memories during their 49 years together. Bertha worked many jobs during her years in Boone including Whites Dress Shop, Osco Drug and the Moose Lodge to name a few. Bertha later found her career as the second shift supervisor for the parking and transportation division at Iowa State University where she retired after 18 years of service.
Bertha moved to the Kansas City area in 2015 to be close to her daughter and family. Bertha's greatest joy in life were her children and grandchildren. They brought an incredible sparkle to her eye and there was nothing she wouldn't do or give her grandchildren. In her later years, she enjoyed time outside sitting in the sun, coffee with friends and watching old movies on TCM. She looked forward to her weekly trip to the beautician and dinners with her family. Bertha loved anything Elvis, Christmas trees and collecting porcelain dolls. She has left an extensive doll legacy for her granddaughters!
Bertha is proceeded in death by her parents, 3 siblings, and her husband. She is survived by her son, Joe (Dana) Lukawski of Sarasota, FL, her daughter, Michelle (Scott) Reek of Olathe, KS and five treasured grandchildren: Brian, Abby and Ethan Hunt and Morgan and Katherine Lukawski. Bertha also has a sister, Veeny (Dick) Jefferson of Altoona, IA as well as many loving brother and sister in laws, nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Pioneer Room at the Boulders Inn and Suites in Boone, IA on June 15th from 12:004:00 p.m. Memorials can be made to the family of Bertha Lukawski.
Marion Martin
March 27, 1921-February 23, 2019
Marion Campbell Martin passed away peacefully on February 23, 2019, at her residence in Prairie Village, KS. A private memorial service for the family is pending in Ames, IA, followed by internment of ashes at the Iowa State University cemetery.
Marion was born on Easter Sunday, March 27, 1921, in Colon, Panama. She lived there with her parents and three older brothers during the time her father was employed by the U.S. District Court of the Canal Zone. When Marion was 15 her family moved to Cooperstown, NY, where she completed high school. Marion went on to graduate from Smith College in Northampton, MA, in 1942 with a Bachelor of Arts degree and in 1945 from Yale University with a Master of Nursing degree. Upon graduation Marion enlisted in the Army Nurse Corps. She obtained the rank of 1st Lieutenant and was honorably discharged in 1946 shortly after the conclusion of WWII.
Following a brief career as a registered nurse, Marion married Don Stanley Martin, Jr., an assistant chemistry professor at Iowa State College on December 20, 1949, in Albany, NY. Initially a homemaker in Ames raising her three children, Marion later worked at the ISU Statistical Laboratory. She also volunteered with the American Red Cross at local blood banks.
Marion's favorite pastimes included family activities, reading, gardening, golfing, playing bridge, and traveling. When Don retired in 1984, the couple divided time between residences in Ames and Venice, FL. In 1995, Marion and Don relocated from Ames to the Claridge Court senior living facility in Prairie Village, KS.
Marion was preceded in death by her husband Don in 2008. She also was preceded by her parents James Samuel and Marion Adele Campbell and older brothers James Campbell, Crawford Campbell, and Colin Campbell. She is survived by daughter Marion Martin Summers and son-in-law Doug Summers of Chippewa Falls, WI; son Don Stanley Martin III and daughter-in-law Randa Berchtold Martin of The Woodlands, TX; daughter Laura Martin Luckert and son-in-law Richard W. Luckert of Prairie Village, KS; grandchildren, Benjamin A. Martin and wife Jessica; Ryan D. Summers and wife Jennifer; Kimberly M. Martin and husband Jeff Johnson; Scott M. Summers and wife Diana; and great- grandchildren Raine E. Summers, Alexis M. Summers, Owen M. Summers, Vivian J. Hemmerling, Jax R. Martin, Cali J. Martin, and Colette M. Johnson. The family wishes to express its gratitude and appreciation of the caring staff at Claridge Court in Prairie Village. Gifts honoring Marion's life can be made to the charity of your choice.
Colleen McGlynn
August 22, 1951-April 18, 2019
Colleen McGlynn, age 67 of Boone, died at her home on Thursday, April 18, 2019.
A Funeral Mass will be Monday, April 22, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of the Sacred Heart. Following her wishes, after the Mass she will be cremated, and burial of her cremains will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery at a later date.
Joyce Colleen (Jones) McGlynn, was born in Ames, Iowa on August 22, 1951, the daughter of Clarence Buster and Katrina Allene (Wilhour) Jones. She graduated from Ames High School in 1969. On August 18, 1973, Colleen married Lyle McGlynn, at Sacred Heart Church in Boone.
Colleen was a homemaker for her family and worked at a Holiday Gift and Party Outlet Store in Boone. In 1995, she began her career as a real estate agent at Johnson and Sons in Boone until her retirement in December of 2018. She was a hard worker who was dedicated to her profession.
Colleen was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Boone where she was a CCD teacher for 18 years. She enjoyed traveling, crafting and collecting spoons and thimbles. Later in life, she spent countless hours doing genealogy research. She could trace her lineage back as far as the 8th century. Most of all, Colleen dearly loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and will be dearly missed by them.
She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ronald and Bradley.
Colleen is survived by her husband, Lyle; sons, Eric McGlynn and wife, Keri, of Maquoketa, Brian McGlynn of Boone and Tim McGlynn and wife, Stephanie, of Boone; seven grandchildren, Jaeden, Lexus, Malach, Corbin, Tatiana, Gage and Rachel; two brothers, Roger Jones and wife, Janel, of Boone and Gary Jones and wife, Diann, of Stanberry, Missouri; two sisters, Kay Anderson and husband, Curtis, of Ames and Darlene Sanchez and husband, Jose, of Arlington, Texas; a sister-in law, Becky Jones of Anamosa; three aunts; two uncles; many nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, cousins and extended family.
Friends may call at the Schroeder-Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall, on Sunday, from 3 until 7 p.m., where the family will be present from 5 until 7 p.m. Vigil Service will be held at 6:30 pm. On Monday, friends may call at the Chapel from 8 until 10 am.
In memory of Colleen, memorials may be directed to the family.
Dorothy McNee
September 23, 1924-April 7, 2019
Dorothy McNee, age 94, of Ames passed away April 7, 2019. A visitation will be held from 12:30 -1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames with a Celebration of Life Service beginning at 1:30. Dorothy Marilyn McNee was born September 23, 1924 near Mallard, the daughter of Burt and Grace (Hanson) Law. Dorothy married John C. McNee on September 18, 1944 in Ft. Dodge, Iowa. She was a secretary to the director of WOI AM/FM/TV and later employed at the Ames Laboratory, Iowa State University, retiring in 1994 as an Administrative Specialist. Dorothy was a lifelong supporter of Iowa State University Athletics, lifetime member of The National Cyclone Club and The Memorial Union. She was a member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church and enjoyed volunteering most of her time with the annual rummage sale. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, John; brothers, Tom Law and Wilbur Law and brother-in-law, Jim Bowden. Dorothy is survived by her sister, Mavis Bowden, of Humboldt and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Collegiate Presbyterian Church.
Patricia Melchert
February 17, 1952-August 30, 2018
Patricia "Pat" Melchert, 66, of Ogden, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018, at her home in Ogden with her family by her side.
Private family services will be held at Carson – Stapp Funeral Home in Ogden, followed by burial at Glenwood Cemetery.
A public Celebration of Life will be from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at the Leonard Good Community Center in Ogden. The event will be casual attire and lunch will be served. For online obituaries and condolences please visit: www.carsonstappfuneralhome.com
Patricia Ann Olson was born on February 17, 1952, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, the daughter of Sidney and Florence (Bevins) Olson. She attended Evansville schools through the 11th grade and received her G.E.D., and secretarial certificate from D.M.A.C.C.
On September 20, 1969, Pat was united in marriage to the love of her life Maynard Melchert in Erdahl, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with two children, Melany and Mitch.
In 1974, Maynard and Pat relocated to Ogden, Iowa, where they established their home and raised their family. It was then that Pat began her career at Iowa State University, first in food service and later secretarial work. She retired in 2014 after 38 years of service to the University.
Pat was a loyal Cyclone fan, and enjoyed card games, internet poker, going to the casino, and dancing throughout her life. Among everything, she loved spending time with her family including family gatherings at her home, many camping trips over the years, attending all of her grandchildren's events, and cheering loud and proud watching dirt track racing.
Pat is survived by her husband of 49 years, Maynard Melchert of Ogden, Iowa; her dog Benji; daughter, Melany (Brian) Jennings of Ogden, Iowa; son, Mitch (Lisa) Melchert of Ogden, Iowa; grandchildren, Alexis (Eric) Elliott, Kaitlynn (Damon) Moran, Allison (Greg) Hamilton, Mallory Melchert, Holly Melchert, Allyssa Melchert, Tyler Joss, Brendan Jennings, and Alexander Jennings; two great grandchildren, Landon and Aubree Elliott; her uncle, Ralph Olson of Evansville, Minnesota; as well as nieces and nephews, other family members, and friends.
Her parents preceded her in death.
Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.
Tribute by her grandaugher, Lexi Elliott
ISU work experience:
38 years of services to Iowa State University in the many different roles. Her last role was with the Iowa State Foundation.
Highlight of their employment:
Grandma was beyond proud to work for the university for 38 great years. She loved the people she worked with and the relationships she developed through the years. Her work ethic and dedication to the university was present in all she did. She was proud to have served the university.
Personal memory:
I had the opportunity to work with my grandma at the Iowa State Foundation during my undergrad. As a very proud "grandma's girl" I looked forward to my days in the office with her, the lunches we took together, the treats she had for me, the time to catch up, and the opportunity to see her in the professional setting. She was a very dedicated worker and I enjoyed seeing her in her element!
Other thoughts to share:
I am a proud Cyclone alum, employee, and supporter today because of her!
Tribute by her daughter, Melany Jennings
ISU work experience:
1976-2014. Kitchen/baker in residence halls, secretarial department in admissions, vet med & foundation
Highlight of their employment:
Receiving her years of service award at the foundation and working with her granddaughter Alexis (2011 ISU Grad) at the foundation.
Personal memory:
Mom loved Cyclone sports, Larry Eustachy's coaching style and especially when Fred Hoiberg was playing and then when he came back to coach
Other thoughts to share:
Mom was grateful to Iowa State for the opportunities that were provided to her over the years. In her personal life she enjoyed spending time with her family and attending their activities and sporting events.
Donelle Meyer
January 1, 1940-December 10, 2018
Donelle Meyer, age 78, of Ames, passed away on December 10, 2018 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.
Born in 1940 in Charleston, South Carolina, Donelle was the daughter of Murray and Grace (Caldwell) Sedgley. She graduated from Oskaloosa High School in 1958. After graduation, she went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington University in St. Louis, MO. Donelle was united in marriage to Charles Meyer in 1964 in Muscatine, IA. Donelle was a Commercial Artist and worked on set design and on-screen graphics while working for WOI TV.
Her interest in Genealogy led her to become the historian for the Caldwell Family Association. She was a current member of the Story County Genealogy Society where she was a past-president. She was also a member of the Iowa Genealogy Society and Iowa Welsh Society. Donelle also taught Genealogy for Des Moines Area Community College. In her spare time, Donelle volunteered at the Family History Center in Ames.
Donelle is survived by her son Demian Bourne of Ames; a brother David (Mary Ellen) Sedgley of North Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Charles. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Duane Michelsen
July 31, 1925-March 8, 2019
Duane "Mike" Ivan Michelsen July 31, 1925 March 08, 2019 Duane "Mike" Ivan Michelsen, age 93, of Bella Vista, Arkansas passed away at Northwest Medical Center in Bentonville, Friday, March 8, 2019. He was born the son of Morris and Hazel Michelsen, July 31 st , 1925 in Livermore, Iowa. Mike grew up in Forest City, Iowa, graduating high school in 1943. He served in the U.S. Navy for three years during WWII. He married Colleen Olson in 1948. They were married for 58 years.
Mike graduated from Iowa State College in 1951. In 1954 he was employed by Ames Laboratory on the Iowa State University campus as a mechanical engineer. Working there until retiring in 1989, he then moved to Bella Vista. Mike married Jean Beall in 2008. Mike was a member of Elks Club in Iowa, the Neighborhood Watch and sang in the Barbershop Quartet. He enjoyed playing golf and singing in his church choir at United Lutheran Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Colleen, sister Jane, and daughter Jean. Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Jean Michelsen; son Jack (Sharon) Michelsen of Melbourne, Florida, daughter Janet Michelsen of Ames, Iowa, stepdaughter Diane (Ron) Fazio of Dallas, Texas; sister Dorothy Golf of California; 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Inurnment will be at the United Lutheran Church Columbarium at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Bella Vista Animal Shelter, PO Box 5248, Bella Vista, AR 72714.
Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.
Barbara Miller
June 18, 1943-June 13, 2018
Barbara V. Miller, 74, passed away at Methodist Hospital in downtown Des Moines on June 13, 2018. A celebration of life will be held at Iles Funeral Home on Hickman at 3:00 PM Saturday June 16, 2018.
Barbara (Nell Pumphrey) was born June 18, 1943 in Carlisle, Nicholas County, KY to (Arthur) Hadden Pumphrey and Helen Wells. She graduated from City High in Iowa City in 1961 earned her BS at Iowa State University in 1973. She was joined in marriage to Alan C. Van Kley from 1963 until 1982. She married Richard K. Miller in Ames, Iowa in 1984. She worked as a claims adjuster at AID Insurance Co and later worked in the continuing education program at Drake University. She enjoyed travel including forty nine of the fifty states. Favorites were trips to Utah, Alaska and Europe with an extended stay in Graz, Austria. She enjoyed cooking, playing the dulcimer, dancing, birding, and spending time with her grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her parents and three brothers who died in infancy. Barbara is survived by husband Richard Miller, sons Douglas (Grace) Miller of Urbandale, IA, Andrew (Lisa) Miller of Los Angeles, CA, James (Leigh Braunschweig) Van Kley of Urbandale, IA and Jeff (Linda) Van Kley of Flossmoor, IL and grandchildren Sarah Miller, Kaitlyn Van Kley and Tyler Van Kley.
Tribute from Richard Miller, widower of Barbara Miller:
Barbara Pumphrey VanKley Miller of Urbandale, IA was born in 1943 in Carlisle, KY and died June 13, 2018 in Des Moines, IA. She graduated from Iowa State University in 1973. She worked for many years in the insurance industry in Des Moines. She was married to Alan VanKley (BS ISU in 1963) from 1963 until 1982. She was married to Richard Miller (retired ISU Professor of Mathematics) from 1964 until her death. She enjoyed travel, cooking, playing the dulcimer, dancing, birding, and spending time with her grandchildren.
William Miller
April 1, 1935-August 19, 2018
William G. Miller received his B.S. degree in Industrial Arts from Iowa State College in 1957; M.S. degree in Psychology from Iowa State University; and Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Statistics and Measurement from the University of Iowa in 1967.
Dr. Miller was a Professor in Industrial Education and Technology from 1978-1996. He had a diverse background in Industrial Technology, Psychology, Statistics and Measurement. He taught courses in Electronics, computer programming, educational psychology, measurement and statistics and published many articles in these subject areas He also taught statistics for over 30 years and developed a number of statistical packages for free use by educators and researchers in a variety of fields including education, psychology, medicine, economics and geology. Dr. Miller created a computer program called OpenStat. His dedication page read “To the hundreds of graduate students and users of my statistics programs. Your encouragement, suggestions and patience have kept me motivated to maintain my interest in statistics and measurement. To my wife who has endured my hours of time on the computer and wonders why I would want to create free material.”
Richard Montag
October 18, 1925-April 2, 2019
Richard Edward Montag, 93, passed away on April 2, 2019 surrounded by his family praying for his peaceful journey home.
Rich was born on October 18, 1925, one of ten children born to Joseph and Frances Montag on the family's farm in West Bend, Iowa. At 18 years of age, Rich was drafted into the Army and spent 4 years proudly serving his country in France and Germany during WWII. He also served as a reserve during the Korean Conflict. In 1950, Richard married his wife of 68 years, Patricia Langren. After farming for several years, the family moved to Ames in 1958 so Richard could attend Iowa State University. Richard graduated with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Civil Engineering and was an associate professor at ISU until he retired. He also worked as a land surveyor in his own business for many years. After retiring, Richard and Patty moved to Colo, Iowa, where they lived for 27 years. Richard was an avid reader. He enjoyed many family camping trips around the country and reminiscing about his early days on the farm and in the Army. A highlight of Rich's retirement was a family trip to France and Germany to visit the places where he was stationed during WWII. While there, Richard and his family prayed at the gravesite of his brother, Tom, who gave his life for our country. Richard was a gentle soul who will be dearly missed.
Rich is survived by his wife, Patricia, six children, Tom (Brenda) of Ada, Oklahoma, Paul (Carol) of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Ruth of Naperville, Illinois, Mary (Charlie) Torardi of Wilmington, Delaware, Beth (Norm) Wagoner of Alleman, Iowa, and Andy (Bobbie) of Bartlett, Illinois, ten grandchildren, Jennifer, David, Sarah Ann, Matthew, Patrick, Peter, Sarah Elisabeth, Jacob, Riley, and Jack and one sister, Anna Zita Brown of West Bend, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, eight siblings, and two angel grandbabies, Bethany and Daniel.
There will be a visitation at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in State Center on April 6 at 10 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Family and friends are invited to a luncheon in the church after the Mass. Interment in Ames Cemetery will be private. The family wishes any memorials would be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church in Colo, St. Joseph's Catholic Church in State Center, or a charity of choice.
Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. www.rasmussonfh.com
Harley Moon
March 1, 1936-October 7, 2018
Harley William Moon, DVM, PhD died October 7, 2018, at age 82 in Danville, PA, from the effects of Parkinson’s Disease and prostate cancer.
In a blizzard, on a horse-drawn hay sled struggling to the doctor in Tracy, Harley arrived March 1, 1936 to parents Harley A. and Catherine Moon. The story told by our grandmother and father.
In the grip of drought and The Depression, the young family scrambled to farm in southwest Minnesota. In Harley’s earliest years they lived in Balaton, Dovray, Garvin, Tracy, Walnut Grove, and Westbrook. Harley told stories about working as the bottle sorter at the grocery at age 5 or 6, then working on the farm, and later playing sports – boxing and football – through high school. His father, killed in 1945 in WWII, left his mother with Harley and two younger brothers.
Catherine married Melvin Lien in October, 1947, and he formed an important bond with Harley. About this time the vet taught Harley, appearances to the contrary, cholera wasn’t killing his young pigs. The disease killing his piglets was unknown, a mystery to science. Mel’s mentorship and the baby pig disease proved to be two major shapers in his life.
Harley met Irene Casper when they were high school sophomores and the two proved inseparable. They married June 9, 1956, in Tracy. Their partnership was strong; they shared enthusiasm, purpose, and a sense of community that included the world.
Harley is survived by his four children and their spouses: Michael (Gretchen), Joseph (Connie), Anne (Daniel Horwitz), and Teresa (William Higgins); four grandchildren: Emma, Samuel, and Thomas Moon, and Alia Moon Horwitz; and his three brothers: Spencer and Leroy Moon and Melvin Lien. He is preceded in death by wife Irene, parents, and stepfather.
Harley earned BS, DVM (1960), and PhD (1965) degrees at the University of Minnesota. While doing so, he and Irene completed their family in 1962. Graduate classmates from the St. Paul vet campus were neighbors in the staff houses at Rosemount and these rich relationships grew to productive, lifelong scientific-family collaborations. Harley’s early career took the family to Brookhaven National Laboratory in 1965 and then to the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon. In 1968, he joined the National Animal Disease Center in Ames and central Iowa became his base until 2015.
During his career, Harley would arrange working sabbaticals, the first to Ohio State in 1973. Returning to Ames in ’74, he would go to Canberra, Australia, to study immunology with a friend in 1978. He returned to NADC, promoted to be the director in 1988. In 1995, he became the director of Plum Island Animal Disease Center. He returned to Iowa and was named to the Ramsey Chair in Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University in 1996.
What was Harley pursuing? In his work he deciphered the pathology of the hog cholera-like E.coli infection that had taken his piglets. In solving this mystery he determined how these bacteria produce disease, significantly contributing to understanding intestinal diseases in animals, including humans, and this is one of the contributions for which he was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 1991. His honors and awards include: induction to the USDA’s Science Hall of Fame in 2000, fellowship in the American Association for the Advancement of Science in 2003, two honorary doctorates, and numerous memberships, fellowships, medals, diplomacies, citations, and awards from the US, Canada, Belgium, Hungary, and Switzerland. He served on expert panels with the World Health Organization, the
National Institutes of Health, and the National Academy of Science, among others. He testified to the U.S. Senate about antibiotics in livestock feed and discussed threats to agriculture on the network evening news as chair of the National Research Council’s Committee on Agricultural Bioterrorism. He was a member and contributor to numerous editorial boards and professional societies.
Harley’s energy and enthusiasm were contagious. To share his path was to join his life. He mixed work friends with a large, diverse circle of people he infected with his enthusiasm for family, farming, firewood production, and bicycling. Harley enjoyed cooking and hosting Sunday brunch. He cut and split, with maul and wedge, cords of firewood; heating his home, and others’, for decades. He enjoyed a long, slow drive on crop-check. He was active in Kiwanis and at the local golf club; he enjoyed popcorn with a beer, a fire and friends. Fond of music, he tried but never could learn to play the piano. He really liked ice cream. He was a doting grandfather. He was always reading, until he couldn’t.
Irene’s demise by Alzheimer’s and his own maladies – loss of eyesight and onset of Parkinson’s – profoundly changed his dreams of retirement. The last years of his life were lonely and difficult. He cherished his memories of science and work and these kept him company for many hours. Through the challenges and loss his humanity continued; his caregivers noted his dignity and kindness, affection clear in the care they gave him. To consistently engender such warmth and respect in his circumstance is another example of what a remarkable person he was.
Following Harley’s wishes, an open house visitation to celebrate his life will be held at the Indian Creek Country Club, Nevada, Iowa, on Saturday, November 10, 2018, 3 – 5 pm.
Memorials may be made to the Iowa State University Foundation, Vet Med Fund for Pathology Advancement.
His loving family, and all who knew him, will remember his smile and good cheer, his kindness and generosity, energy and enthusiasm, rationality and intelligence, and his life’s passions: farming, science, and family, especially his beloved Irene.
Tribute by Dave Gieseke, Communications Manager at Vet Med
Dr. Harley Moon
March 31, 1936 to October 7, 2018
Dr. Harley Moon was born in Balaton, Minnesota. Harley Moon graduated from Balaton High School in 1954, the year he left for the Agriculture campus of the University of Minnesota in Saint Paul. Receiving the DVM degree from the University of Minnesota’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1960, he earned a veterinary pathology residency program and received a PhD in 1965.
As a young research scientist, Moon spent 1965-66 at Brookhaven National Laboratory working in the area of radiation biology and two years in the veterinary school at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada. He came to Ames in 1968 to join the pathology laboratory of the National Animal Disease Center and to begin the major studies which have contributed to his impact on veterinary science. It was at the NADC that his extraordinary research on diarrheal diseases of cattle and swine was completed.
In the 1960s, Moon was one of the few researchers actively studying the pathologic effects of enterobacteria on the mammalian intestine. He was the first to describe and name a major pattern of disease in the intestinal tract – the attaching and effacing lesion produced by bacteria – a pattern that has been widely confirmed and used to characterize enteric disease of both humans and animals.
That research has led to international renown for Moon, particularly for his studies on the important pathogenic bacterium Escherichia coli, the cause of a large group of diseases that have a significant impact on the U.S. and world animal industry, and which can also cause serious and sometimes lethal disease in human.
Moon has been the author of several important scientific papers, has edited several proceedings on bacterial enteric infections of animals, and has been an associate editor of the journal Veterinary Pathology. A study leave at the National University of Australia provided the impetus for future immunologic aspects of his research program. His stature as a veterinary pathologist was reflected in his election to the presidency of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists in 1982 and the award of an honorary doctoral degree from the University of Zurich.
In 1989, Moon was named director of the National Animal Disease Center of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Ames. His seven-year tenure in that post was highlighted by his fair-handed, strong and competent leadership of veterinary research. His vision included the planning and construction of a multimillion dollar Necropsy Facility for animals and the development of a unique large animal isolation facility shared by Iowa State University and the USDA’s Agricultural Research and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. He also served briefly as the director of the USDA’s Plum Island Animal Disease Center in New York.
In 1991, Moon was elected to the prestigious National Academy of Scientists, the only veterinarian elected and only the second veterinarian to belong to the select group of the nation’s scientists. Moon was named to the National Academy “for his work to understand and then stop a bacteria that causes fatal diarrhea in baby pigs and other newborn livestock.”
Moon was the recipient of numerous other awards throughout his career. He was inducted into the Agriculture Research Service Science Hall of Fame in 2000, was a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists and an Honorary Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists.
In 1996, Moon retired from the federal government and joined Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine as the inaugural holder of the Frank K. Ramsey Endowed Chair. At Iowa State, he continued his research, taught courses and served as an expert on bioterrorism and animal health to Congress and to national and international media outlets until his retirement in 2003.
Barbara Mosier
October 6, 1919-February 20, 2019
Barbara Helen (Hostetter) Mosier, 99, of Ames, passed away on Feb. 20, 2019, at Green Hills Retirement Center.
Born on Oct. 6, 1919, in Ames, Barbara was the daughter of Hugh and Ruth (Bowen) Hostetter. She graduated from Ames High School in 1936 and continued her education at Iowa State University, graduating in 1941.
She married C. C Mosier in 1946, and they had two children. Barbara taught piano and was a homemaker.
She was a Story County Hospital trustee and a member of the Ames Golf and Country Club. She was a longtime member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames, P.E.O. chapter HN, and Beta Tau Delta sorority.
Barb is survived by her children, Dr. Nancy Mosier, of St. Paul, Minn., and Dr. Curt (Sue) Mosier, of Denton, Texas; two grandchildren, Sara Mosier and Tate Mosier; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and brothers, Hugh Hostetter Jr. and Dr. John Hostetter.
A private graveside service and public reception at Collegiate Presbyterian Church will be at a later date. Memorials in Barb’s name may be directed to Collegiate Presbyterian Church or Habitat for Humanity. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Barb’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.
Eric Northway
March 22, 1970-June 24, 2018
Dr. Eric Wayne Northway age 48, passed away June 24, 2018 at his home in Mitchellville. A memorial funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 1, 2018 at the Runnells Christian Church. A visitation will begin at 12:00 pm prior to services at the church.
Eric was born on March 22, 1970 in Des Moines, Iowa to John and Cheryl (Howard) Northway.
Eric grew up in Runnells, Iowa and was a graduate of Southeast Polk in 1988. He attended ISU in Ames and The Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. He received his Dr. at Durham University in Durham, UK. Eric was a Senior Lecturer in the Philosophy and Religious Studies Dept. at ISU in Ames. He truly loved his students and his job. He had a way of speaking at a level that everyone could understand and connect to. This is one reason he was such a respected and loved teacher.
Eric loved the outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed trapping. He had a great respect for nature and all animals. He loved books. Anything he found interesting and ready to try, he read about it first, and began to accomplish the task. (100%) He was a caring, honest and humble man with a kind heart. He was always willing to help anyone at any time. He loved his family and friends.
Eric is survived by his mother, Cheryl Northway of Runnells; brother, Andrew(Amy)Northway; his nephews Hunter and Spencer Northway and niece Halle Northway of Ankeny; Lee, Isadora, Melissa and Lillian Wolfer of Mitchellville; many special aunts, uncles and cousins and a multitude of friend all over the U.S.
Eric was preceded in death by his father, John Northway and his grandparents Leonard/Edith Northway and Raymond/Lois Howard. We will hold near to our heart Eric’s short time on this earth with gratitude and many wonderful memories.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Dr. Eric Northway passed away June 24th, 2018, at his home in Mitchellville. Eric attended ISU, received an M.A. from The Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS, and a Ph.D. from Durham University, UK. He first joined ISU as a lecturer in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies in 2002. Between 2002 and 2012, when he left Iowa for Idaho, he taught a variety of courses in the religious studies program, was promoted to senior lecturer, and served as the department advisor for several years. In 2016 he joined ISU again as a lecturer and was quickly, for the second time, promoted to senior lecturer.
Eric loved being in the classroom and he was an outstanding teacher. His courses where characterized by remarkably clear lectures and a low-key approach that enabled him to relate exceptionally well to students.
When not doing scholarly work, Eric stayed busy as a fly-fishing guide and instructor in Colorado, Alaska, and Idaho. He also made and played stringed instruments, and during his last few years had an organic farm near Mitchellville.
Tribute by his mother, Cheryl Northway
Eric Wayne Northway, was born March 22, 1970 to John/Cheryl Northway. Eric has a younger brother Andrew Northway. Eric and Andy grew up together in Runnells, Iowa. They were as close as brothers could be, and Eric was a good “big brother”. The memories they made together will hold dear to Andy. (Good and bad!!!) Eric was a wonderful son, brother, family member and friend to all. He was especially proud of his nephews Hunter and Spencer and his niece Halle.
He had that contagious smile and laugh. He loved books and writing words on paper. His work ethics was 100% or “don’t bother.”
Eric was a graduate of Southeast Polk High School in 1988. He attended ISU in Ames and The Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. He received his Dr. at Durham University in Durham, UK. Eric and Cindy (Kesteloot) were married 1994-2011.
They met at ISU. Eric was a Senior Lecturer in the Philosophy and Religious Studies Dept. at ISU at his untimely death. He truly loved his students, staff and his job. He also loved the outdoors. Eric was a avid fly-fisherman and enjoyed trapping. He had great respect for nature and all animals. He was learning the joy of raising sheep and caring for chickens before his death. Eric was a caring, honest and humble man with a kind heart and was always willing to help anyone at any time.
We will hold near to our heart Eric’s short time on this earth with gratitude, love and many wonderful memories he left us. We miss him every day.
Thank you again for remembering Eric.
His Family
Dean Obrecht
October 20, 1930-November 8, 2018
Dean Obrecht, 88, of Ames, died on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2018, at First United Methodist Church in Ames. Visitation will be from 5 until 7 p.m. on Friday, November 16, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames. Burial is at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Martin Dean Obrecht was born October 20, 1930, in Harlan, Iowa, to Martin Otto and Ethel (Adams) Obrecht. They lived on a farm near Kirkman until 1941 when the family moved to Ames.
Dean graduated from Ames High School in 1950. He married Wahnita Williams in 1951. He then served in the U.S. Army in Korea from 1951 to 1953. Before and after his military service he worked at Eschbach Music House as a TV technician. In 1960 he opened his own business, Dean’s Radio and TV, in campustown Ames.
Dean and Dianne Claussen were married on June 17,1961, in Waterloo, Iowa. They raised five children, Rene’, Randy, Kathy, P.J. and Kristy.
Dean was a member of First United Methodist Church in Ames where he served in various capacities including sound technician for many years. He especially enjoyed participating in the church Appalachian Service Project for ten years.
Dean was a master gardener and continued planting and harvesting a large garden until age 86. He loved bird watching through the kitchen window while listening to bluegrass music and working on his stamp collection. In retirement he developed the hobby and business of recaning and repairing chairs. He and Dianne enjoyed many road trips to visit children and grandchildren in Florida and Montana.
Dean is survived by his wife Dianne; daughters, Rene’ Ramsey of Marion, Iowa and Kristy Peach of Choteau, Montana; sons, Randy Obrecht of Grand River, Iowa, and P.J. (Cindy) Obrecht of Naples, Florida; grandchildren, Ed Lewis, Keri Wellman, Ian Obrecht, Martin Obrecht, Anna Obrecht, Adair Peach, Jonah Obrecht, Ella Peach and Lucas Obrecht; six great-grandchildren, Corey Ramsey, Savannah Gilbert, William Wellman, Katie Wellman, Noah Wellman and Libby Wellman; one great-great grandchild, Serenity Ramsey; sisters- in-law Linda Claussen, Judirae Obrecht and Mary Obrecht; nephew, Mike (Julie) Obrecht; niece, Jennifer (Robert) Zhai; great-nieces, Kelsey (Jordan) Kay and Alison Obrecht.
He was preceded in death by his parents; step-father, Phil Walter; daughter, Kathy Obrecht; brother, Jim Obrecht; nephew, Jim Obrecht, Jr.; son-in-law, Carl Ramsey; grandson, Doug Ramsey; and grandson-in-law, Michael Wellman.
Beverly Owings
June 30, 1933-February 1, 2019
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-Great-Grandmother, Beverly Ann Owings passed from this life peacefully to be with her Lord on February 1, 2019, at the age of 85.
She was born June 30, 1933 to Thomas and Dorothy Towers in Des Moines, Iowa. The family later moved to a farm near Des Moines, where she graduated with the class of 1951 at Bondurant High School. Beverly attended Iowa State University, where she met William J. Owings and soon married in 1952. William and Beverly had their 66th wedding anniversary in 2018. They had two children, Tamara Mepham and Jeffrey. Beverly's full and rewarding life revolved around family. The couple spent most of their working years in Ames, Iowa, where William is a professor emeritus of the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University. Once the two kids had grown, Beverly worked many years as an Elementary School Teacher's Aid and later as an Education Aide at the Department of Family Environment at Iowa State University.
Beverly loved being around people and enjoying their positive energy. She received the Superior Service Award in 1992 from the Iowa State University Alumni Association in recognition of her outstanding and inspiring service.
William and Beverly retired to Sun City West, Arizona in 1995 to live close to family and enjoy a warm climate. In Arizona, she became connected to a new, vibrant community of people, especially through their church, Desert Palms Presbyterian. Beverly was a beautiful person, both inside and out. She touched the lives of the people she met in a special way. She loved to laugh and socialize, and especially enjoyed the times when she was surrounded by her family. Beverly was on the move during the years she had her health. Keeping up with her on one of her exercise walks was no easy task. After which, she liked to sit on the back patio of their Sun City West home and enjoy what she called her "arboretum" of beautiful desert trees, cacti and plants. Unfortunately, health issues from advanced dementia, surgery to remove a brain tumor, and two serious bouts with pneumonia took a toll on Beverly's health in 2018 and into early 2019. We appreciate the care she received from Grandview Terrace Rehabilitation and Care Center, as well as Banner Hospice, during this difficult time.
Beverly is pre-deceased by her parents and her parents-in-law, two sisters-in-law, Judy (Owings) Ripke and Linda Towers, and her son-in-law, Mark Mepham. She is survived by her husband, William, her brother, Thomas, daughter, Tamara, son, Jeff, daughter-in-law, Iris, two grandchildren, Heather Harter and Michael Owings, two step- grandchildren, Jen Garinger (Daniel) and Jon Swalley (Phenicia), two great-grandchildren, five step-great- grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Tribute by her husband, William Owings
ISU work experience:
Education Aide in the Department of Family Environment
Highlight of their employment:
Superior Service Award in 1992 from ISU Alumni Association in recognition of here outstanding and inspiring service
Personal memory:
Beverly was a beautiful person, both inside and out. She touched the lives of the people she met in a special way. She loved to laugh and socialize and especially enjoyed times when she was surrounded by her family.
Ralph Patterson
October 22, 1942-August 26, 2018
Tribute by his colleagues at ECpE
Ralph “Pat” Patterson, retired assistant professor and alumnus of Iowa State University‘s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE), passed away on August 26, 2018.
Patterson, who retired from Iowa State in 2007 and was also a retired colonel from the Army Reserve, first received his electrical engineering bachelor’s degree from ISU in 1963. Upon graduation, he was stationed by the Army in Maryland and spent nine years on the East Coast, working in the Nuclear Effects Lab and later for a small general instrumental and electronics services company. He returned to Iowa State in the 1970s to pursue a master’s degree, which he earned in 1976, and to work with the College of Engineering‘s freshman engineering division. In 1981, then ECpE Department Chair J.O. Koplin hired Patterson to perform student advising and teaching roles. Shortly after, Patterson initiated one of the first advising centers in the College of Engineering and on the Iowa State campus.
Patterson dubbed the department’s advising center “Student Services.” He remained with Student Services as an adviser through 1995 and saw the advising center grow. During that time, Patterson also helped put together the design concept for the electrical engineering senior design course. This course allowed students to work on real-world engineering projects during their senior year. It was a voluntary course for students until the electrical and computer engineering senior design courses were integrated in the 1990s.
Another highlight of Patterson’s career involved working on the Mobile Demonstration Lab for Environmental Screening Technology, a unique technology for renovating soils contaminated with lead, chrome, and radioactive materials developed through the Ames Laboratory’s Technology Integration Program. He and his colleagues from multiple engineering disciplines took lab-level technology for contamination of soils and put it into a mobile lab that could be used in the field.
“Pat was a faculty memory who was always ready to go an extra mile for the department. He taught large classes like Introduction to Logic Design and ensured that he had extended office hours. He also made himself available to students outside the office hours to help students,” said College of Engineering Associate Dean Arun Somani. “Professors John Lamont and Pat Patterson managed our senior design class for several semesters and supervised multiple senior design projects together. This was a large workload that the team of John and Pat was willing to undertake when we needed it most. He was a pleasant person and fun to talk to and share ideas. Education was his passion, and he remained engaged until his retirement.”
During his time as a student at ISU, Patterson was a member of the Army ROTC, Interfraternity Council, several departmental activities and Homecoming and VEISHEA committees. Patterson was also a member of Eta Kappa Nu, the International Honor Society for Electrical and Computer Engineers; the Phi Eta Sigma organization, which promotes social, academic and professional excellence among high achieving undergraduate students at Iowa State; the college military honor society National Society of Scabbard and Blade; and Tau Beta Pi, an engineering honor society.
“Pat Patterson was a devoted advocate for all ECpE undergraduates. He carefully listened to their questions and concerns (technical, general or personal). His response was always thoughtful without prejudgment and usually spot- on with options. His eyes sparkled to match an infectious perma-smile,” said Richard “Dick” Horton, ECpE alumnus and professor emeritus. “I best remember Pat as a devoted mentor for senior design projects, keeping them on track and on time with equal attention to technical issues and documentation. End-of-semester presentations to peers, faculty and external sponsors of projects were often the most challenging, yet important, part of the course. Coover Hall was Pat’s home away from home, and every day was a good day.”
Patricia Pearson
October 2, 1930-September 30, 2018
Dr. Patricia Ann Pearson, 87, died Sept. 30, 2018, in Houston, Texas, following an extended battle with dementia.
Born Oct. 2, 1930, in Winfield, Kan., Pat was the daughter of Ernest and Mabel Briscoe. Pat began her undergraduate studies at Kansas State University and continued her education at Iowa State University in Ames, earning her bachelor’s degree in home economics in 1963, her master’s degree in English in 1973, and her doctorate degree in education in 1981. She was a professor of English at Iowa State University from 1963- 88.
Pat married Billy Johnson in 1950. The couple had three children, Cindy Horn, Dave Johnson and Amy Keng. Pat married Dr. James Pearson in February 1974. Her husband’s career with the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Ames and with World Organization for Animal Health in Paris, France, involved extensive world travel. The couple moved to Paris in 1999. After three happy and eventful years, they returned home to Ames. Pat accompanied her husband on trips to more than 50 countries during their 42 years together. To enhance their experiences, she studied the cultures of those countries. She also studied languages, including French and Chinese. Along with her husband, she was active at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames for many years.
Pat enjoyed painting, reading, bird watching and gardening. She was considered an expert in Iowa wildflowers. One of her favorite activities was watching birds at the window of their vacation home at Lake Panorama. She was a frequent visitor to ISU’s Reiman Gardens, which held a special place in her heart.
James preceded her in death April 2016.
Surviving Pat are her three children; three step-children, Sharon Litchfield, Mark Pearson and Beth Coronelli; 14 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.
Pat’s family wishes to acknowledge and express their deep appreciation for the final support and love she received from the caring staff of Belmont Village Hunters Creek in Houston.
A celebration of life service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10, at Collegiate Methodist Church, 2622 Lincoln Way, in Ames.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Blvd., Ames, IA, 50011.
Tribute by her daughter, Cindy Horn
ISU work experience:
Pat’s Iowa State University story began in 1961. She, a young divorcee, bravely moved herself and three young children to Ames to continue her college studies. Pat earned her bachelor’s degree in 1962. She loved English, literature, reading, and writing. The academic life suited her. She continued her college education, but also began her career career teaching English, focusing on writing classes, at Iowa State University. Pat earned her PHD in English in 1981. She taught various English classes at Iowa State until her retirement in 1988.
Highlight of their employment:
Pat’s early career years as an ISU freshman English teacher didn’t involve many hours in the classroom, but it did involve countless hours grading themes. She probably graded over 1000 themes each year. Her family fondly remembers papers stacked everywhere, and lots of red ink.
Personal memory:
In 1974, Pat married Dr. James Pearson, fellow ISU alum and expert in animal virology who worked at the Animal Disease Lab in Ames. She and Jim traveled extensively, visiting over 50 countries. She always prepared at length for her trips, and owned over 100 Michelin Green guides, each full of paper clips, post-it notes, and yellow highlighter marks.
Other thoughts to share:
Although she is gone forever, she will always be in our hearts and part of the beautiful history of Iowa State University.
William Peavey
May 21, 1941-July 5, 2018
William (Bill) W. Peavey, of Maxwell, Iowa, born on May 21, 1941 in Des Moines, Iowa, to the late Marjorie Thornwall and the late Warren Peavey, passed away at age 77 on July 5, 2018 in Cambridge, Minnesota.
Bill graduated from Maxwell in 1959, then served in the Navy from 1960 to 1964. Bill used the skills he learned in the Navy and worked as an electrician all around the country, including at Iowa State University where he retired from in 2006 . Bill was the loving husband of Pat, and they enjoyed retirement together after moving to Ramsey, MN in 2007. He had a passion for NASCAR, swimming, and movies.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Sheri (Derek) Bough.
Bill is survived by his wife, Pat; his daughter, Kerri (David) Kabela; son, Kelly W. (Lanette) Peavey; step-sons Steve (Jill) Maust, and Dan Maust; brother, Mike (Kelly) Peavey; sisters, Andee (Denny) Dolph and Mary Ann (David) Peavey- Webb; and grandchildren, Justin (Christina) Olsen, Tiffany (Jess) Wiberg, Ashley (Kyle) Peterson, T Peavey, Kaylee (Clark) Brimhall, Ashly Peavey, Lindsay (Cam) Likes, Amber (Greg) Nissen, and Josh, Kyle and Trisha Maust; and 13 great-grandchildren, plus another on the way.
The family invites donations in Bill’s name to Lung Cancer Alliance. Friends and family are welcome to attend the memorial service on Saturday, July 14 from 11:00 to 12:30 p.m. at Loring United Methodist Church, 8400 NE 150TH AVE, Maxwell, IA, with luncheon to follow.
John Pesek
November 15, 1921-February 11, 2019
John T. Pesek, Jr., 97, of Ames, Iowa passed away on February 11, 2019 at Northcrest Community in Ames.
John was born on November 15, 1921 near Hallettsville, Texas. He was the oldest child of Elizabeth (Kallus) Pesek and John T. Pesek. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Victor; a sister, Kitty; his wife, Isabel; and a daughter, Rebecca. John is survived by his son, Brian; daughter, Cindy; son-in-law, Philippe Vandeweghe; and granddaughters, Natalie and Courtney.
John graduated from Jourdanton HS in 1938 and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Education from Texas A&M in 1943. He was a member of the 98th Bomb Group within the 15th Air Force serving as a radar navigator during WWII. After the war he continued his education receiving his M.S. in Agronomy from Texas A&M and Ph.D. in Agronomy from North Carolina State University.
Dr. Pesek began a long and distinguished career at Iowa State in 1950 as an assistant professor in soils. He served as head of the agronomy department for 26 years. During his term as head from 1964 to 1990, he also served as interim dean of agriculture from 1987 to 1988. He worked extensively internationally, emphasizing the environment, production agriculture and education. He spearheaded the development of the Agronomy and Agricultural Engineering Research Farms and oversaw the efforts to secure funding for Agronomy Hall’s substantial building addition. Dr. Pesek was named a fellow of the American Society of Agronomy, the Soil Science Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, the Iowa Academy of Science, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He served as president of both the American Society of Agronomy and the Soil Science Society of America and helped establish the nation's first National Soil Tilth Laboratory, a USDA-ARS facility in Ames, IA (now called the National Laboratory for Agriculture and the Environment). Dr. Pesek was named a Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor of Agriculture at Iowa State University in 1981 and received the Agronomic Service Award from the American Society of Agronomy in 1989. Pesek retired in 1992. He received the Iowa State University Honorary Alumni Award in 2014 and is an emeritus member of the Iowa Academy of Science.
John was a caring and compassionate man who always gave of himself to his family, friends, professional colleagues and Church. He was a quiet, gentle man with seemingly endless knowledge and a sense of humor that will be missed by close friends and family. He was a long-time member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church.
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John T. Pesek, Jr., 97, of Ames, Iowa passed away on February 11, 2019 at Northcrest Community in Ames.
John was born on November 15, 1921 near Hallettsville, Texas. He was the oldest child of Elizabeth (Kallus) Pesek and John T. Pesek. He is preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Victor; a sister, Kitty; his wife, Isabel; and a daughter, Rebecca. John is survived by his son, Brian; daughter, Cindy; son-in-law, Philippe Vandeweghe; and granddaughters, Natalie and Courtney.
John graduated from Jourdanton HS in 1938 and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Education from Texas A&M in 1943. He was a member of the 98th Bomb Group within the 15th Air Force serving as a radar navigator during WWII. After the war he continued his education receiving his M.S. in Agronomy from Texas A&M and Ph.D. in Agronomy from North Carolina State University.
Dr. Pesek began a long and distinguished career at Iowa State in 1950 as an assistant professor in soils. He served as head of the agronomy department for 26 years. During his term as head from 1964 to 1990, he also served as interim dean of agriculture from 1987 to 1988. He worked extensively internationally, emphasizing the environment, production agriculture and education. He spearheaded the development of the Agronomy and Agricultural Engineering Research Farms and oversaw the efforts to secure funding for Agronomy Hall’s substantial building addition. Dr. Pesek was named a fellow of the American Society of Agronomy, the Soil Science Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, the Iowa Academy of Science, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He served as president of both the American Society of Agronomy and the Soil Science Society of America and helped establish the nation's first National Soil Tilth Laboratory, a USDA-ARS facility in Ames, IA (now called the National Laboratory for Agriculture and the Environment). Dr. Pesek was named a Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor of Agriculture at Iowa State University in 1981 and received the Agronomic Service Award from the American Society of Agronomy in 1989. Pesek retired in 1992. He received the Iowa State University Honorary Alumni Award in 2014 and is an emeritus member of the Iowa Academy of Science.
John was a caring and compassionate man who always gave of himself to his family, friends, professional colleagues and Church. He was a quiet, gentle man with seemingly endless knowledge and a sense of humor that will be missed by close friends and family. He was a long-time member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church.
Kyle Peterson
June 28, 1920-April 25, 2019
Kyle Raymond Peterson Jr. passed on April 25th, 2019 at the grand age of 98.
He was married to Bettie Louise Peterson (deceased February 11, 2011). They were married for 62 long beautiful years. He is survived by three sons, Kyle (Rebecca) Peterson, their children Anna (Brad fiancé) and Andrew. Eric (Mary) and their children Petey and Ben. Lyndon (Karla Hernadez) and his children Cameron (Amanda) and their children Theo and Hayden and Samantha Peterson McCelland (Cody) and their child Jack. A memorial gathering will be held at a later date at Christy-Smith Funeral Home in Sioux City. A graveside service will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Sioux City. Service details will be posted next week. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Peterson family to be distributed to charities that were important to Kyle.
Kyle was a WWII veteran and received his masters from Iowa State University in agronomy. He worked his whole career for the Iowa State Extension Service. Bettie and Kyle started raising their children in Denison, Iowa and then lived in Sioux City for most of their marriage. He loved his St. Louis Cardinals and Iowa State Cyclones. Kyle was wonderful husband to Bettie and their relationship was a blessing and guidance for us all. Kyle has been described by his family as a loving, caring, patient, and giving man. He was a role model to his family and extended family in showing hard work, helping your neighbor, and his no-complaints attitude. He was a good dancer and loved the good old tunes. He was a spiritual man and was involved with Grace United Methodist Church for most of his adult life. That is where his voice was heard in his beautiful singing with the church choir.
We were lucky to have Dad/Grandpa with us for so many years. It seems not enough to acknowledge that he has passed based on how meaningful his presence was. It is the memory of his presence that causes us to smile and remember how his love and respect for family distinguished him.
Melvin Powers
January 6, 1926-June 20, 2018
Melvin L. Powers, age 92, of Pocahontas, passed away on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, at the Humboldt Care Center North in Humboldt, Iowa.
Melvin LaVerne Powers, second of three sons of Joseph and Josephine (Schulz) Powers, was born in their farm home northeast of Ames on January 6, 1926. In 1928, they moved to the Maxwell community and, in 1938, to the adjacent Farrar community where he graduated high school in 1944. Immediately after graduation, he entered the Navy, where he served twenty-six months, primarily with its Air Force. Following honorable discharge from the Navy in 1946, Mel entered Iowa State College, now University, where he earned a B.S. degree in agriculture in 1949. On June 4, 1950, Mel married Orpah, later known as Rachell, Broer at Hubbard, IA. They had three children; Douglas, Scarlett and Susan.
He taught Veterans On-Farm Training, high school Vocational Agriculture and Sciences for six years at New Providence and Gladbrook. In 1957, he joined the Iowa State University Extension Service and served thirty- four years as a County Director and Agriculture Agent in Decatur, Van Buren and Pocahontas counties, retiring in 1991. Interspersed in his career, he did additional graduate studies that concluded by earning an
MBA degree from the University of Iowa in 1972. In 2007, Mel was recognized in a ceremony at the Iowa State Fair for distinguished service to 4H as an investment in America's youth.
Mel was lifelong member of the church now named United Methodist, where he served in many of its local committees and layleadership positions. Outside of his family, he had a wide range of interests. He was a 50- year member of Rotary Club, where he was recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow in 2000. He also held memberships for varying lengths of time in the Navy Reserve, American Legion, Masonic Lodge, Princess City and Van Buren Players, Van Buren and Fairfield Flying Clubs, Van Buren Foundation and Isaac Walton League. His community theater interest led him to appearing in eight plays and musicals, including two in the leading role. Other interests included reading, photography, history, genealogy and travel, particularly by car in North America. He and Rachell visited all 50 states, all but two Canadian provinces, a bit of Mexico and once to the UK and northern Europe. In 2006, came his "trip of a lifetime". With his friend Clint Fodge, the adventure originated in Chicago, crossed northern Europe to St. Petersburg, Russia, and then to Moscow. From there they headed east via plane and the Trans-Siberian Railway to Irkutsk, then went south across Mongolia to Beijing, China before returning to Chicago, a distance of some 20,000 miles. Around the world in twenty-four days.
Survivors include his children, Douglas (Rebecca) of Minnetonka, Minnesota, Scarlett (James) Osterling of Altadena, California and Susan (David) George of St. Charles, Illinois; six grandchildren, Cassandra Powers (Brent Schultheis), Derek (Jackie) Powers, Natalie Osterling (Nathaniel Smith), Matthew (Courtney) Osterling, Lauren George and Samuel George; and a host of cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rachell, on December 25, 2017.
Rachell Powers
October 4, 1928-December 25, 2017
Rachell C. Powers - age 89 of Pocahontas, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017, at the Humboldt Care Center North in Humboldt, Iowa.
Rachell "Orpah" Caroline Broer was born on a farm at New Providence, Iowa on October 4, 1928. She was the daughter of Will and Martha (Rieks) Broer. She was the fourth of six children and was confirmed in the Evangelical and Reformed Church in Hubbard, Iowa. She sang in the choir as a youth and continued to do so at various churches throughout her life. During her high school years at New Providence, she participated in music (vocal, trio and clarinet), plays and basketball. In her senior year in 1946, the New Providence team made it to the Girls State basketball finals, finishing as runner up. Her play earned her All-State second team and United Press first team honors.
Rachell attended Elmhurst College in Illinois before finishing at the University of Northern Iowa, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Education and minors in English, Social Studies and Science. Following graduation, on June 4, 1950, she was united in marriage to Melvin Powers of Maxwell, Iowa, a teacher at New Providence. Her teaching career spanned more than thirty years. These included early positions as an elementary school teacher at New Providence and Leon, followed by sixth grade and junior high positions at Fox Valley at Cantril and Milton during the years she and her family lived in Keosauqua, Iowa. In the mid-70s, they then moved to Pocahontas where she finished her career as a junior high and high school instructor in English, Speech and Drama at Havelock. After retirement, Rachell wrote a poetry book called, "Kaleidoscope of Poetry", which was published in 1988.
Rachell's community activities included Sunday School teacher, United Methodist Women, church choir, worship leader of Charity Circle, participation in musicals and community chorus, Garden Club and Pocahontas Community Hospital Auxiliary. Rachell enjoyed reading, watching sports (particularly basketball), playing piano, singing, sewing garments, needle work, writing, biking and baking.
Survivors include her husband, Melvin of Pocahontas; children, Douglas (Rebecca) of Minnetonka, Minnesota, Scarlett (James) Osterling of Altadena, California and Susan (David) George of St. Charles, Illinois; six grandchildren, Cassandra (Brent) and Derek (Jackie) Powers, Natalie (Nathaniel) and Matthew (Courtney) Osterling and Lauren and Samuel George; brother, Martin (Jeanette) Broer of Iowa Falls and sister, Margaret Lindsey of Altoona.
Virginia Pritchard
September 9, 1937-December 30, 2017
It is with great sorrow that our family announces the passing of or dearest mother, Ginger. Virginia Lucille (Shearer) Pritchard, of Killeen, Texas, was born on Sept. 9, 1937. She passed away peacefully on Dec. 30, 2017, at Park Place Manor in Belton, Texas.
Ginger was born in Omaha, Neb., and grew up in Des Moines and Nevada. She lived most of her adult life in Boone prior to moving to Killeen, Texas. The majority of her career was spent working at the Eastern Masonic Home in Boone prior to her accepting a position and eventually retiring from Iowa State University. She attended Des Moines Area Community College obtaining her certificate in travel agent training and was a certified nurses aide.
Ginger was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas “Tommy” Verne Pritchard; son, Thomas “Scott” Pritchard; parents, Raymond Marion Shearer, of Utah; Evelyn Sybil (Cook) Shearer, of Boone; father-in-law, Vernie Lauren Pritchard, of Boone; step-father/mother-in-law, J. Harley Reed, and Sarah Mae (Blanchard) Pritchard Reed, of Boone; brothers, Gordon and Geraldine Shearer, of Utah, Jerry Shearer, of Boone; brother, and sisters-in-law, Pete and Ardith Mills, of Illinois, Larry Van Fossen, of Ames, Pamela Beckett, of Boone; several aunts and uncles; and two nephews.
Virginia “Ginger” Lucille (Shearer) Pritchard, of Killeen, Texas, is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Mark and Linda, of Killeen, Texas, and Samuel, of Stratford; three grandchildren, Andrew, of Killeen Texas, Alexis Bugger, of Boone, and Ashlei Pritchard, of Ankeny; one sister-in-law, Beverly Van Fossen, of Ames, and one brother-in-law, Brad Beckett, of Boone; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Visitation with the family will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 1, at La Carreta’s. Graveside service will be at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 2, for all those wishing to attend.
Charitable gifts can be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Cancer Foundation to help with the fight to cure cancer, and the National Heart Foundation.
Larry Quisenberry
November 20, 1943-March 5, 2019
Larry Dee Quisenberry November 20, 1943 March 05, 2019 Larry Dee Quisenberry, PhD, was born November 20, 1943, in Mexico, Missouri to Francis Austin Quisenberry and Frances Arlene (Courton) Quisenberry. He married Sharron S. (Grogan-Bailey) Quisenberry, PhD, October 8, 1965, who survives. He is preceded in death by his parents. Larry received a B.S. Ed in Business from Truman State University in 1966 and an MA in School Administration in 1975. He earned a PhD in School Administration with a minor in Accountancy from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1978. He was a Principal and Business teacher at Lewis County, Missouri, before entering the service during Vietnam where he served as a Naval Intelligence Officer in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and at the Defense Intelligence Agency, Pentagon, Washington, D.C. He served as an accountant with the US House of Representatives after leaving the service and before returning to graduate school.
Larry served as an Assistant High School Principal and Principal in Missouri School districts before joining his wife in Louisiana where he worked with educational and medical groups. Larry finished his career in higher education specializing in data management and grant procurement retiring from Iowa State University in 2012.
Tribute by his wife, Dr. Sharron Quisenberry
ISU work experience:
Marjority of his time at Iowa State was working for Provost Elizabeth Hoffman creating a data base for faculty to search for granting opportunities and web site development, as well as other activities.
Highlight of their employment:
The success of faculty in improving their ability to secure external funding as well as improving the university’s ability to utilize technology.
Personal memory:
Larry was a giving and caring man to his family, friends, and country. He had a broad base of work experiences that ranged from the the Pentagon during Vietnam, the US House of Representatives before graduate school, high Principal, and then Universities after graduate school. But most of all, a avid supporter and partner throughout my life and career, as I was of his.
Other thoughts to share: Thank you for this opportunity.
Katherine Rice
March 2, 1955-December 29, 2018
Katy Rice, 63, of Ames, passed unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018.
Katy was born in Brainerd, Minn., on March 2, 1955. She was the daughter of William and Joyce (Benson) Rozeboom. She married her husband of over 39 years, Butch Rice, at Bethesda Lutheran Church on April 28, 1979. Katy and Butch raised two daughters, Erin and Nicolle.
Katy received a liberal arts degree from William Penn University. She held numerous positions over her 30- plus year career primarily at Iowa State University, including fundraising, outreach management, program coordination and administration. Her most recent position was an executive assistant at Basin Holdings. Katy had an incredible knack for program coordination, event planning and organization. She retired in March of 2018 to spend more time with her grandchildren.
Katy had enthusiastically served on the boards of numerous organizations, including Gilbert School Board, United Way, and Leadership Ames. She also served as President of the Professional and Scientific Council and was the recipient of the Cardinal Key Honor Society Award.
Her greatest joy was providing comfort, fun and a loving environment for her husband, two daughters and her six grandchildren.
A close second was her love and devotion to Iowa State University and her beloved Cyclones.
Katy will be forever remembered by so many who loved her, husband, Alan “Butch,” of Ames; daughters, Erin (Ben) Morrow, of Ankeny, and Nicolle (Eric) Sanders, of Ankeny; brother, Ken (Deb) Rozeboom, of Bangor, Maine; sisters, Anita (Rich) Vogelzang, of Iowa City, and Juliana Wernimont, of Burnsville, Minn.; six grandchildren, Jaya, Mila, Kora and Iver Morrow, and Elin and Royce Sanders; sixteen nieces and nephews, many grandnieces and nephews; and many friends and colleagues.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers, Ted Rozeboom and Dirk Rozeboom.
Please join Butch and his family in celebrating Katy’s life at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1517 Northwestern Ave., Ames. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Katy’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Katy’s name to Gilbert Education Foundation, www.gilbertiowafoundation.org, District Office, 103 Mathews Drive, Gilbert, IA, 50105; Ruby’s Rainbow: Scholarships for Adults with Down Syndrome, https://rubysrainbow.org/, PO Box 153095, Austin, TX, 78715. Donations can be submitted with the email address erinkmorrow@gmail.com.
Jack Riney
March 24, 1932-December 10, 2018
Hobart “Jack” Riney, 86, died suddenly at his home in Ames the evening of December 10, 2018.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, December 15, at St Thomas Aquinas, 2210 Lincoln Way, and the burial service will take place later at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Nevada. A gathering of friends and family will be from 5:30 to 7pm on Friday, December 14, at the Green Hills Retirement Community (2205 Green Hills Drive). The Adams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Jack is survived by his long-time beloved and devoted wife, Shirley; by two children from a previous marriage, Belinda Ann Riney of Kansas City, MO, and Shawn Alan Riney of San Francisco, CA; and by younger brother Gene, Gene’s wife, Kathleen, of Columbia, MO and their children, Rhonda, Becky, and Joey. Jack’s parents, Emmet and Violet (Wierson) Riney predeceased him, as did brothers Joseph and Robert. Nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews were fond of their "Uncle Jack".
Born on March 24, 1932, Jack grew up in Nevada, IA, where his father ran the local ice plant (and incidentally mentored his sons and many another Nevada kid on baseball’s finer points). Except for briefly attending Story City High School in the fall of 1949, whereupon he abetted the Vikings’ season-ending football defeat of Nevada, Jack was a fully committed Nevada Cub. Upon graduating from Nevada High in 1950. where he had participated in baseball as well as football, Jack attended Drake University for a time and served in the U.S. Army, largely in Europe, in 1953-54. Returning to civilian life as an honorably discharged corporal, Jack shortly embarked upon a distinguished 42-year career with the Iowa Department of Transportation in Ames, retiring in 1996.
Jack had a particular passion for fishing, regularly frequenting not only Iowa’s lakes, but various lakes in Canada with friends and fellow members of the Ames Anglers, an organization so dedicated. Among Jack’s singular accomplishments in this regard was once landing a large-mouth bass weighing 10.5 pounds, for which he received an Angling Award from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
Fishing, aside, Jack was notably civic minded, serving on the Story County Conservation Board from 1986-89, thereby supporting natural resources management and planning of the Story County Conservation Center; he was also a founding member of the Dragoon Trail Chapter of the Izaak Walton League in Ankeny. He served on the Ames Beautification Committee, and volunteered during Special Olympics, Iowa Games, Kiwanis projects, delivered Meals on Wheels, among other salutary pursuits
In addition to all the above, Jack belonged to the Golden K Kiwanis, the Knights of Columbus, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, and often competed in bowling competitions. He was indeed a man of many dimensions.
Tribute by his wife, Shirley Riney
Hobart (Jack) Riney
Born on March 24, 1932, Jack grew up and attended school in Nevada, Iowa, where he enjoyed participating in baseball as well as football. Jack attended Drake University for a time and served in the U.S. Army, largely in Europe, in 1953-54. Returning to civilian life as an honorably discharged corporal, Jack embarked upon a distinguished 42- year career with the Iowa Department of Transportation in Ames, retiring in 1996. On December 10, 2018, he died unexpectedly at his home in the Green Hills community. His spouse, Shirley, was employed at Iowa State from 1980-1998.
Jack had a particular passion for fishing, regularly frequenting not only Iowa’s lakes, but various lakes in Canada with friends and fellow members of the Ames Anglers, an organization so dedicated. Among Jack’s singular accomplishments in this regard was once landing a large-mouth bass weighing 10.5 pounds, for which he received an Angling Award from the Iowa Natural Resources. In the photo, he is shown with his catch of a Hammerhead Shark in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Fishing, aside, Jack was notably civic minded, serving on the Story County Conservation Board from 1986-89, thereby supporting natural resources management and planning of the Story County Conservation Center; he was also a founding member of the Dragoon Trail Chapter of the Izaak Walton League in Ankeny. He served on the Ames Beautification Committee, and volunteered during Special Olympics, Iowa Games, Kiwanis projects, delivered Meals on Wheels.
He leaves us with fishing stories and a love for friends and family.
Gordon Rolph
January 9, 1936-June 30, 2018
Gordon Dwight Rolph, 82 of Kelley, Iowa passed away June 30th, 2018 at the Israel Hospice House in Ames. Gordon was born in Little Sioux, Iowa to Earl and Irene (Wallis) Rolph. He graduated from Onawa High School. In 1955 he was the state High and Low Hurdle Champion. After high school he was drafted into the Army where he was in the Honor Guard Company in Fort Meyer, VA. He served on the Colonial Color Guard; walked the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; guarded the Arlington Cemetery and served at the White House during the Eisenhower/Nixon term.
In 1960 he married Charlotte Rose Ammerman who passed away in 1972. They were blessed with three children; Karen Louise (Kevin) Abate, Susan (Kevin) Jacobson, and Daniel Wallis (Cindy) Rolph. He graduated from Iowa State University and then proceeded to work in the ISU Horticulture department for 35 years in the Soil Lab. In 1994 he married Bonnie Muehlenthaler Rolph. Gordon served on the Gilbert Fire Department for 45 years. He even worked his way up to Fire Chief. After retirement in 2001 Gordon enjoyed working in his vegetable and flower gardens, spending time with family, studying genealogy, hunting, fishing, and taking pictures.
Those left to cherish Gordon's memory are his wife Bonnie, children Karen (Kevin) Abate, Susan Marie (Kevin) Jacobson, Daniel Wallis (Cindy) Rolph, his step-children Keith (Celeste) Muehlenthaler, Terri (Brian) Holmes, Sandra (Dave) Vagts, Kathy (Randy) Witt, his grandchildren Joshua Abate, Sarah (Dan) Bade, Danielle (Jimmy) Butz, Christina (Kyle Case) Abate, Katheryn Abate, Stephanie (James) Chance, Chelsie Jacobson, Tiffany Jacobson, Brian (Mindy) Rolph, Kevin Rolph, Daniel Lee (Kiele) Rolph, his sisters Kathryn Oaks, Lois Miller, Lorna McNeill, Colleen (Mike) Vaughn, his brother Wallis (Lorna) Rolph, his sister-in-law Marsha Rolph, his 11 step grandchildren, his 10 great-grandchildren, his 2 step great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife and mother of his children Charlotte, his sister Alvena Phillips,his brother Norman Rolph, his brother-in-laws Paul Phillips, Jack Miller, Mel Oaks, his nephew Greg Phillips and Greg's wife Cheryl Phillips.
Tribute for Gordon Rolph by his wife, Bonnie
Gordon Dwight Rolph was born January 9, 1936 passed away June 30, 2018 at the age of 82.
Gordon worked at the ISU horticulture department for 35 years in the soil lab. After his retirement in 2001, Gordon made our yard into a show place. Individuals and busloads of master gardeners traveled miles to see his flowers. He was a hard worker and had a very green thumb.
Clayton Rullestad
August 7, 1943-May 19, 2018
Clayton Dean Rullestad was born on August 7, 1943 in Story City, Iowa to Cecil and Opal (Fuller) Rullestad. He grew up in Jewell and lived the many years in Boone. Clayton worked as a supervisor of grounds at Iowa State for over 40 years. He enjoyed hunting, boating, riding his motorcycle, traveling and spending time in Clear Lake. His family was very important to him.
Clayton passed away May 19, 2018 at his home in Boone at the age of 74.
Clayton is survived by his wife Nancy Rullestad of Boone; a son, Craig of Boone; two step daughters, Lisa (Paul) Oxenford of Indianola and Kelly (Steve) Hinrichs of Altoona; two grandchildren, Kyle and Brandon; three great grandchildren, Ethan, Clayton and Kylie; four step grandchildren, Joel, Lindsay, Mckenzie and Hilary and four step great grandchildren, Jordan, Peyton, Makenna and Louie.
He was preceded in death by an infant son, Cory and a grandson, Lawrence.
Connie Sabin
December 14, 1967-March 11, 2019
Connie Jolene Sabin, of Nevada, the daughter of Jerry and Sheila Sabin was born December 14, 1967, and her journey in this life ended March 11, 2019, at the age of 51 surrounded by her family at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa.
Connie married James Ball of Ames, IA on July 7, 1995, together they had two children, Ross and Tom.
Connie is survived by her children: Ross and Tom Ball of Nevada; her former husband, James Ball of Nevada; her father, Jerry Sabin of Nevada; her brother, David Sabin and his wife Amy; two nephews of Green Bay, WI; as well as many aunts and cousins. Connie was preceded in death by her mother, Sheila Sabin and her grandparents.
After graduating from Nevada High School in 1986, Connie attended cosmetology school in Ames, IA and worked many years in that field. Connie was a member of the Air National Guard of Iowa from October 1991 until January 1993. Connie worked for Iowa State University for 22 years in the Human Resources Department.
The family has chosen to have an intimate gathering with family at a later date. There will be no public service. Rasmusson Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. www.rasmussonfh.com
Tribute by her coworkers at University Human Resources
Today we would like to pay tribute and recognize our colleague Connie Sabin. We have suffered a huge loss since she passed away on March 11th 2019.
Connie was a 19-year employee of Iowa State and one of the anchors of our UHR Service Center operation. She started her ISU career in the sociology department in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in 2000 before coming to University Human Resources in November of 2001.
Those of us who worked with Connie appreciated her commitment to excellence, her dedication to providing outstanding service (and service with a big smile) and, most notably, her pride in and deep love for Iowa State. She truly loved being a part of the university and a member of our UHR family, and her spirit and passion for all things ISU was conspicuous and contagious.
Gaylord Scandrett
August 24, 1926-April 1, 2019
Gaylord Newton Scandrett squeezed as much as he could out of life before finally passing at age 92. After marrying Verna and a try at farming in his early years, he decided it may be better to further his education at Iowa State. This move took them to Ames where he stayed the remainder of their lives.
He worked at a number of companies but settled happily in his role at Iowa State University where he eventually retired. One of his true passions was racquetball which he played several days a week until his body gave out in his late 80's, he also enjoyed motorcyles.
Tribute submitted by his son Don Scandrett
Gaylord Newton Scandrett lived from August of 1926 to March of 2019. He actually received his degree from Iowa State when he was in his mid thirties and worked a number of places before he found his true home in the Mechanical Engineering Department. I’m not sure how many years he was there before his retirement, but it was quite a few. It was a perfect fit for him in many ways. He enjoyed working and learning from the students especially if they could share international experiences.
Gaylord was also a physically active person. It was also an ideal situation to have his lab located directly across the street from the gym. He would spend nearly every lunch break playing racquetball with anyone that was willing. This routine continued long after his retirement and into his late 80’s before his body just couldn’t hold up any longer. If you ask around the gym, I think he may attained legendary status.
Except for the last few years he was able to lead a healthy and active life. He truly enjoyed his years and students at Iowa State.
I appreciate your acknowledgment of him as a part of the ISU family. A side note, I also graduated from ISU along with all four of my children. GO STATE!
Ardith Schwartz
March 29, 1936-April 3, 2019
Ardith “Elaine” Schwartz died peacefully on April 3, 2019 at Accura Healthcare. Elaine was born March 29, 1936, one of two children born to Walter and Bertha Christopher (nee Brendeland). She grew up in Huxley, graduating from Huxley High School in 1954.
Throughout her life she lived in both Iowa and Colorado but retired in Ames from the Cooperative Extension Services office at Iowa State University.
Elaine was preceded in death by her brother Robert Christopher and both of her parents. She is survived by her son Eric Schwartz (Pueblo, CO) and daughter Lori Schwartz (Denver, CO). She also leaves behind many very close friends that she always felt were her 2nd family.
There will be an open house with Eric & Lori if friends would like to stop by on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 1413 Jefferson Street, Ames, Iowa. Following her wishes, she will be cremated and a private family service will happen in the future.
Ruth Seim
January 24, 1939-June 10, 2018
Ruth P. Seim, 79, of Ottumwa, died June 10, 2018 at her home.
She was born January 24, 1939 at home during a snowstorm in Sterling, KS to Paul C. and Ruth Lorimor Bunn. She lived in Sterling through eighth grade when the family moved to Monmouth, IL where she was graduated from Monmouth High School in 1957.
She received her Bachelor of Music Education with an applied major of organ performance from Tarkio College, Tarkio, MO in 1961. She began her 40-year teaching career in Malvern, IA where she met the love of her life, Allan L. Seim, to whom she was married for 50 years.
After two years in Ames, IA where Al was in graduate school, they moved to Ottumwa in 1966. In 1967 they moved into what would become their home for the rest of their lives, enjoying a space they both made their own and into which they welcomed family, friends, colleagues, exchange students and teachers.
Ruth taught elementary vocal music in the Ottumwa Community Schools for 36 years and often said that she had the best job in the world. Over the years she accompanied hundreds of students participating in Solo Day and other competitions. For decades she gave private piano instruction to students both young and not-so-young. In retirement she continued her classroom work by serving as a substitute teacher. She taught three generations of students in buildings across the city and was fond of telling humorous stories from her long career. She was a state officer for the Iowa Music Educators Association for many years and served as a judge for both local and Iowa High School Music Association contests. She particularly enjoyed attending and selling recognition pins at the All State Music Festival.
She received numerous music awards and community accolades. She was active in many organizations, among them AAUW, Retired Teachers, the Ottumwa Civic Music Association, the board of the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra, the board of Bridge View Center, the Ottumwa Cemetery Board and the Rotary Club of Ottumwa. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon and substitute/interim organist. She served as organist for Trinity Episcopal Church for approximately 50 years. She was most fully herself at the keyboard, whether piano, organ or calliope. She played for hundreds of weddings, funerals and school programs and in the occasional parade, always willing to share her musical talent. She lived out her understanding that her talent was a God-given gift meant to be used for the betterment of the community.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Al.
She is survived by their two daughters, Jane (Julian) Martinez of Ottumwa and Sara (Sid) Meridith of Omaha, NE; her brother, Jim (Alice) Bunn of Garland, ME, friends, colleagues and thousands of former students.
A funeral service of Witness to the Resurrection will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at First Presbyterian Church with Father Vincent Bete and Rev. Jane Martinez officiating. Burial will be in Ottumwa Cemetery.
Visitation begins at 11 a.m. Monday at Reece Funeral Home with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday. Per Ruth's long standing wishes, the casket will remain closed.
Recommended memorials are the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra, First Presbyterian Church, Trinity Episcopal Church, singing with joy and listening to music with appreciation for the gift and wonder that it is.
Sheldon Shen
November 22, 1947-March 31, 2019
Sheldon Shih Ta Shen's life quietly ended on March 31, 2019 with his beloved wife Martha by his side. Sheldon was born November 22, 1947 in Shanghai, China to Tony Chung Yu Shen and Rosedo Shou Hui Chang. He came to the United States at the age of 7. Sheldon spent most of his childhood in St. Louis, MO with his father, stepmother Colleen and two brothers, Vincent and Anthony. He went to the University of Missouri and received a bachelor's degree in science. After receiving his graduate degree at the University of California- Berkeley, he had a successful tenure as a professor of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology at Iowa State University. Sheldon is survived by his wife Martha; son Christopher and his wife Christine; daughter Molliarda and her husband Ron; daughters Camille, Natalie and Rachel; daughter Abra and her husband Ryan; daughter Elanni and her wife Jen; and his brothers Vincent and Anthony. His legacy will continue through his grandchildren, Jordan, Hannah, Rachel, Noah and Cody as well as Aria, Luke and Anna. Sheldon was remembered in a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made in his honor to the ACLU.
William Short
September 8, 1931-April 16, 2019
William "Bill" Franklin Short, Jr., son of William Franklin Short, Sr. and Sue J. (Brown) Short was born September 8, 1931 in the family home near Redfield, Iowa and passed from this life on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at the Clarke County Hospital in Osceola, Iowa at 87 years of age.
Bill attended Adel and Redfield High School and graduated in 1950. He began college at Iowa State University, and after completing a quarter enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served for four years during the Korean War. He was stationed in Corpus Christi, TX at the Naval Air Station, working in the control tower directing the take off and landing of Navy planes. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to Iowa State University and finished his degree in Animal Science in 1958, where he was a member of the AGR Fraternity. After graduation he began working for the Iowa State University Extension Service in Newton where he remained until 1965 when he moved to Osceola, and continued to work for the Extension Service until his retirement in 1986.
Bill was united in marriage to Janet Kathleen Woody on February 9, 1963 in Newton, IA and five children blessed this union. Following their move to Osceola, Bill was very active in his community. He was a 4-H leader for his children, a member of the Osceola Lions Club, an Osceola Parks and Rec. Board member, Country Club Board member, Clarke Community School Board member, and served as the Election Board Foreman for many years. He was a member of the Osceola United Methodist Church, serving on various committees.
Bill enjoyed playing golf, bowling, playing bridge, and taking his annual fishing trip with the guys to Canada. He enjoyed all sports and he especially enjoyed watching his kids and grandkids compete. He was a huge Cyclone fan. Bill enjoyed yard work and planting flowers around the yard. Bill received the 4-H Hall of Fame Award and was recognized as a 10 gallon blood donor.
Relatives who preceded Bill in death were his parents and brother-in-law, Herman Myers.
Bill leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 56 years, Jan Short of Osceola, IA, daughter, Lori (Barry) Henrichs of New Virginia, IA, son, David (Lisa) Short of Ankeny, IA, daughter, Deanne "Dede" (Michael) McCullough of O'Fallon, MO, son, Doug (Shelly) Short of Johnston, IA, daughter, Lynne Short (Sheila) of LaGrange, GA, Grandchildren Kurt and Lance Henrichs, Tucker and Billy Short, Josh (Anna), Nick and Emily McCullough, Darian (fiancee Sean Healy), Kailey, and Keira Short, sister, Norma Myers of Ruston, LA, sister, Shirley (Stuart) Woolley of Middleton, WI, as well as other relatives and many friends.
Tribute by his wife, Jan Short
Bill Short was born September 8, 1931, and passed from this earthly life five and one-half weeks ago on April 16, 2019. Bill served as director of youth and 4-H programs in eight counties in Southwestern Iowa Until his retirement in 1986. He spent many hours guiding 4-H’ers, accompanying them on award trips, Organizing summer and winter camps, interstate exchange trips, and working as 4-H sheep superinten-dent at the Iowa State Fair. His compassion and devotion to his work with youth was second only to his love for his wife, his five children, their spouses, and his grandchildren.
Hilda Souer
November 22, 1926-August 12, 2018
Hilda Ann Taylor Souer passed away on August 12, 2018 at Keokuk County Hospital.
Hilda was born to Dewey Otis and Floy Dickson Taylor on November 22, 1926 near Delta, Iowa. She married James Andrew Souer on June 22, 1949. Jim preceded her in death on March 29 1996. She graduated from Sigourney High School in 1945. She spent all her years on the family farm north of Delta except for a short time at William
Penn College in Oskaloosa and Iowa State University.
She was active in her community and was most proud of the KIDS (Kids in Delta are Special) program started with Jim at the Delta Christian Church in 1980's. She also started the Catacomb Shop out of the church and helped many families with a hand up not a hand out by making low or no cost clothing and other items available when needed. She was the local news correspondent for the Patriot Chronicle, Sigourney News Review, Ottumwa Courier, and the Cedar Rapids Gazette. She worked for the Keokuk County Extension Service as the Youth coordinator making certain the 4-H program and members benefited from her knowledge for about 20 years. She spent many years as a judge for the 4-H Expo after retiring and was inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame at the Iowa State Fair in 2002.
When anyone would ask about her devotion to the 4-H program her reply was that she" bled green". Other community activities she was involved in included Warren Township Farm Bureau activities, Women's Club; Garden Club; CWF; Coordinator for blood drives and community wide Halloween and other holiday parties.
She and Jim were blessed with three girls; Ellen (Ron, deceased in 2010) Wagler and Nancy Souer of Delta and Elaine (Galen) Heisdorffer of Ottumwa. Their grandchildren include Ross Heisdorffer (deceased in 1995) Eric (Jesi) Heisdorffer of Ottumwa; Brian Wagler of Delta; Christine Wagler (John Hatley) of Oskaloosa; Debra Potter of Beacon; Cathy (Gary) Cochenour of Arbela, MO; and Donna (Austin) Brown of What Cheer as well as
great-grandchildren Blake & Brooke Brown; April, Lily and Kaitlyn Potter; Maci Hatley and Gary Cochenour. Funeral ServiceThursday, 10:30 a.m. at the Delta Christian Church Visitation Wednesday, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Holm Funeral Home Burial Spingfield Cemetery near Delta The family has asked memorials go to Delta Christian Church or Iowa State University Extension and Outreach-Keokuk County.
Tribute by her daughter, Elaine Heisdorffer
ISU work experience:
She worked as a 4-H aide from the mid-1960's to about 1989. She spent her childhood as a 4-H member and served as a judge after her retirement. She was fond of telling anyone that she would "bleed green". She was proud of the fact that the beginning of the youth agriculture clubs began in Keokuk County, those eventually became 4 H.
Highlight of their employment:
She took great pleasure in assisting with the success of all the youth in the 4-H program.
Personal memory:
During her last 6 years that were spent in a Sigourney Nursing Home --she was always surprised and flattered when someone would come up to her and reminisce about one of the events that she had a part in during her time with 4-H
Judy Spear
July 3, 1944-August 3, 2018
Judith "Judy" Marie Spear, age 74, of Ames, Iowa passed away August 3, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. A visitation will be from 4-6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018 at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Avenue, Ames, Iowa with an 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2018 Mass of Christian Burial, at St. Cecelia Catholic Church, Ames, Iowa. Private family burial will take place at a later date.
Judy was born July 3, 1944 in Carroll, Iowa, the daughter of Vernis and Wanda Juergens. She graduated from Carroll Kuemper High School in 1962. She attended Clark College in Dubuque, IA and graduated from AIB in Des Moines, Iowa, with a business degree. She married Darrell Spear on April 24, 1964 in Carroll, Iowa, and they made their home in Ames for the past 53 years. She worked in admissions at Iowa State University for 36 years before retiring in 2008.
She enjoyed traveling around the world with Darrell, the family vacations with her family, and the Sister's Weekends with her sisters. She loved attending events for her 5 grandchildren and she was always their #1 fan! In her spare time, she enjoyed crafting, reading, and attending Cyclone volleyball and women's basketball games with friends and family. Her family and grandkids were everything to her.
Judy is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Darrell Spear; her two sons, Todd (Melonie) Spear of Huxley, IA, and Gregg (Kelly) Spear of Ankeny, IA; five grandchildren Shelbi (David) Johannesen, Megan (Caleb) Schafbuch, Kyle Spear, Brandon Spear, and Christopher Spear. Three sisters, Shirley (Don) Fasbender, Linda (Joe) Kueper, and Gayle Toms, and one brother Ron (Elizabeth) Juergens. She had numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great- nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Peter Juergens and Mr. and Mrs. George Schultz, and brother in-law Alex Toms.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family who will distribute to Judy's favorite charities. Online condolences may be directed to: wwwgrandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Marlene Sposito
August 7, 1939-October 25, 2018
Marlene Marie Sposito, 79, entered into eternal life on Oct. 25, 2018, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on Aug. 7, 1939, in Eureka, Calif., to Frank and Gertrude (Medina) Lourenco. Marlene grew up in Orland, Calif., and graduated from Orland High School in 1957. She then worked at Aerojet-General in Sacramento, Calif., where she met her husband, Vincent Anthony Sposito. They married in 1963 and together, they moved to Ames, where they resided and raised their family.
In 2003 she moved to San Antonio, Texas, to be near her grandson, Joshua, who was her true joy in life. Marlene was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and Ava. She was loved by everyone and positively impacted many lives. She will be remembered as kind, honest, and selfless.
Marlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Philip Sposito; and brother, Larry Lourenco.
She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Lori Sposito Cardenas (Jaime Cardenas); grandson, Joshua Olia; brother, Frank Lourenco (Carolyn Lourenco); sister, Doreen Mendes (Ron Mendes); several extended family members; and friends.
Her wish is to be cremated and to be laid to rest next to her husband and son at the Iowa State University Cemetary in Ames. Rosary, mass, and burial will be in Ames, and is currently pending.
Joan (Jody) Stadler
August 20, 1929-July 28, 2018
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Iowa State University Emeritus Professor Joan K. (Jody) Stadler, 88, died in her home in Sugar Land, Texas, on July 28, 2018, from congestive heart failure.
Born on Aug. 20, 1929, in St. Petersburg, Fla., Stadler was raised in Crawfordsville, Ind. She earned a bachelor’s degree in botany from Wellesley College in 1951 and earned a Ph.D. in genetics from the University of Missouri in 1955. She participated in a research fellowship at Yale University in 1962. Stadler joined ISU in 1972 as a genetics professor, and she was named a University Professor in 1994. While at ISU in 1991, Stadler founded the Interdepartmental Genetics Graduate Program (now Interdepartmental Genetics and Genomics Graduate Program). She chaired this program from 1991- 97.
“She was a mentor and friend to many of us,” said Distinguished Professor Steve Rodermel of
the Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology. “She will be missed, but her spirit still animates IG2.”
After retiring from ISU, Stadler moved to St. Paul, Minn., where she began pursuing a second career in art. She created portraits of elderly women and men in charcoal, pastel and acrylic, and landscapes in pastel. Her prize-winning drawings and paintings have been exhibited in Midwestern galleries.
A memorial service was held on Oct. 6 at the Unity Unitarian Church in St. Paul, Minn.
Jody Stadler, 88, died in her home on July 28, 2018. The cause was congestive heart failure.
She was born on Aug. 20, 1929, in St. Pertersburg Fla., and was raised in Crawfordsville Ind. In 1951, she earned a bachelor’s degree in botany from Wellesley College, and in 1955, earned a Ph.D. in genetics from the University of Missouri.
She went on to a Research Fellowship at Yale University in 1962, and in 1972, began working as a genetics professor at Iowa State University, where she founded and chaired the Interdepartmental Program in Genetics at ISU from 1991-97.
After retiring from ISU, she moved to St. Paul, Minn., and began pursuing a second career in art. Among other works she created portraits of elderly women and men in charcoal, pastel, and acrylic, and landscapes in pastel. Her prize- winning drawings and paintings have been exhibited widely in Midwestern galleries.
Thomas Stout
September 5, 1944-February 25, 2019
Thomas B. Stout of Apollo Beach, FL, formerly of West Des Moines, IA. Born on September 5, 1944, died on February 25, 2019, due to injury from a fall. Survived by wife of 50 years, Ann Stout of Apollo Beach, FL. Children Sarah Neville (Brennan) of Omaha, and Jeffrey Stout (Caroline) of Charlottesville, VA. Grandchildren Bridget and Jack Neville and Catherine and Elizabeth Stout. An Air Force veteran and lifelong civil engineer, he received his bachelor's degree from the California State University, Sacramento, a master's degree from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and his PhD from Iowa State University, where he was a lecturer until his retirement. Burial at Omaha National Cemetery at a future date. Memorials directed by the family.
Robert Swanson
July 3, 1935-December 15, 2018
Robert Dean Swanson, age 83, of Ames, died on December 15, 2018 at home under hospice care. A visitation will be from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, January 6, at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1517 Northwestern Avenue, with a memorial service to be held Monday, January 7 at 10:00 a.m. at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames. Burial will be at the Iowa State University Cemetery.
Bob was born July 3, 1935 in Cherokee, Iowa to Armena and Albin Swanson, the oldest of four children in the family. He graduated from Cherokee High School in 1953 and the University of Nebraska in 1957. Upon graduation Bob joined Swanson Foods. The grocery business was in Bob's roots. In the early 1900s Peter Swanson, Bob's grandfather, with one hundred dollars and a team of oxen with a wagon opened a store in his log cabin to supply the Thorhult, Minnesota area with provisions. From this evolved Swanson Stores, a grocery business established by Bob's father Al. Bob's involvement with Swanson Stores began at age 11 when he candled eggs and sacked potatoes. By 1966 Bob was president of Swanson Stores. In 1969 the twelve Swanson Stores in Iowa and Minnesota merged with HyVee.
After a short continuation in the grocery business as a HyVee store manager and then owner of his own supermarket in Wisconsin, Bob's career shifted to academia. He earned his MBA from the University of Denver and his Ph.D. degree in accounting and taxation from the University of Iowa in 1977. Bob was on faculty at Michigan State University and Kearney State College before joining Iowa State University from 1982 to his retirement in 2003.
On November 13, 1993, Bob married Patricia Titus and their two families were merged. Bob and Pat shared careers at Iowa State and a love of the Cyclones, Arizona winters, and investing.
Bob's academic specialty was federal taxation. While the content of his courses was rigorous, he taught with precision and humor and enjoyed hearing from his students how he prepared them for their professional exams and careers. Among his many professional associations was the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants of which he was a member of the National Tax Committee. Another highlight of Bob's years at Iowa State was serving on the Athletics Council.
Bob was a golf enthusiastic. He was on his high school golf team as well as during his freshman year at Whittier College. Bob enjoyed telling how he met Ben Hogan in 1960 at the U.S. Open at Cherry Hills in Denver after receiving a press pass for a small Sioux City newspaper. Bob golfed in Ames at the Ames Golf and Country Club (where he served on the board). His Thursday foursome and Tuesday morning golf breakfast group were weekly must-dos.
Bob had type 1 diabetes for 66 years. He saw many advances in the treatment of diabetes during his lifetime and diligently monitored his glucose levels which led to a much longer life than expected.
In addition to his professional organizations, Bob was a member of Bethesda Lutheran Church, Ames Rotary, the ISU Cyclone Club, Stone Brooke Home Owners Association Board, and the Ames Planning and Zoning Commission.
Bob's children and grandchildren were important to him. Although never becoming adept at, he learned the basics of technology and social media in order to keep up with their lives. Friendships were also important to Bob and he loved his weekday coffee group that discussed all things Cyclone.
Bob is survived by his wife Pat of Ames; three children from his marriage to Karen Wright Swanson -- Rob Swanson of Tucson, Arizona; Nancy Osman (Richard) of Petaluma, California; and Joel Swanson (Selena) of Des Moines, Iowa; one son, Jonathan Titus (Yue) welcomed into the family from his marriage to Pat; and twelve grandchildren -- Elena Swanson; Bethany, Lydia, Gabe, Evie, and Lillian Swanson; Hadley, Elyse, and Will Osman; and Alex and Declan Titus.
He is also survived by his sister Karen (Robert) Wooldridge., brothers-in-law Robert Ament (Kathy) and Jerry Christenson (Carol), many nieces and nephews, and family he acquired through Pat. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Marilyn Ament and Janet Christenson.
Memorials may be directed to Bethesda Lutheran Church (1517 Northwestern Ave., Ames) or the Iowa State University College of Business scholarship fund (Iowa State University Foundation, 2505 University Blvd, Ames).
Tribute by his wife, Pat Swanson
Robert (Bob) Swanson was born on July 3, 1935 in Cherokee, Iowa and died on December 15, 2018 at home in Ames, Iowa.
Bob received his undergraduate degree at the University of Nebraska, an MBA from the University of Denver, and his Ph.D. degree at the University of Iowa in 1977. He taught at Michigan State University and the University of Nebraska-Kearney prior to joining the Accounting Department in the College of Business at Iowa State in 1982 where he was until his retirement in 2003.
Bob brought previous professional experience into his academic career. He was involved in his family’s grocery business, Swanson Foods, which had 12 supermarkets in Iowa and Minnesota prior to its merger with HyVee in 1969. Bob was a Certified Public Accountant and also had some professional accounting experience.
Bob’s academic specialty was federal taxation, an area that many might think as being dry. It is also a field that sees major changes yearly. Although the content of his courses was rigorous, he taught with precision and humor and he often heard from his students how he prepared them for their professional exams and careers. As expressed by one of Bob’s students, “Dr. Swanson does an excellent job of relating material to us and we actually get to see some real world application of what we are doing. Professors who have ‘been out there’ are the best.”
Bob enjoyed attending Iowa State athletic events. A highlight of his years at Iowa State was serving on the Athletic Council. Being interred in the Iowa State Cemetery, Bob will forever be a part of Iowa State.
Tribute by his colleague, John Wong
It is both a privilege and an honor to share a few words of remembrance about my late colleague, Bob Swanson, who served with distinction while on the faculty of the College of Business at Iowa State University.
Bob was a dedicated scholar and teacher who left a legacy of contributions to his field of specialization in tax accounting as well as in the lives of the many students who were privileged to have studied under him. Bob was known for his rigor and demanded quality work in the classroom that was matched by a deep caring concern for the well-being of his students. He held high standards and expect much of his students; and they responded with dedicated effort because they knew that he wanted the best for them and also that he was fair.
Bob frequently invited select students to his home for dinner during which he encouraged them to pursue excellence as he built a mentorship relations with them. Many have gone on to build strong careers in the tax field and remained in touch over the years.
Whether it was students or colleagues, Bob left an indelible mark in those who know him and loved him – we are all better off having have had him in our lives. Bob was a caring, considerate, and kind man. He deeply loved his family, his profession, and his county. Those of us who know him well also know that he loved the Cyclones, and was an avid supporter of Cyclone athletics.
It is fitting that we have another opportunity to recall the good times we shared during this 2019 Memorial Day. Thank you, Bob, for being a friend.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Robert Dean Swanson, age 83, of Ames, died on December 15, 2018 at home under hospice care. Bob was born July 3, 1935 in Cherokee, Iowa to Armena and Albin Swanson, the oldest of four children in the family. He graduated from Cherokee High School in 1953 and the University of Nebraska in 1957. Upon graduation Bob joined Swanson Foods. The grocery business was in Bob's roots. In the early 1900s Peter Swanson, Bob's grandfather, with one hundred dollars and a team of oxen with a wagon opened a store in his log cabin to supply the Thorhult, Minnesota area with provisions. From this evolved Swanson Stores, a grocery business established by Bob's father Al. Bob's involvement with Swanson Stores began at age 11 when he candled eggs and sacked potatoes. By 1966 Bob was president of Swanson Stores. In 1969 the twelve Swanson Stores in Iowa and Minnesota merged with HyVee.
After a short continuation in the grocery business as a HyVee store manager and then owner of his own supermarket in Wisconsin, Bob's career shifted to academia. He earned his MBA from the University of Denver and his Ph.D. degree in accounting and taxation from the University of Iowa in 1977. Bob was on faculty at Michigan State University and Kearney State College before joining Iowa State University from 1982 to his retirement in 2003.
On November 13, 1993, Bob married Patricia Titus and their two families were merged. Bob and Pat shared careers at Iowa State and a love of the Cyclones, Arizona winters, and investing. Bob's academic specialty was federal taxation. While the content of his courses was rigorous, he taught with precision and humor and enjoyed hearing from his students how he prepared them for their professional exams and careers.
Among his many professional associations was the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants of which he was a member of the National Tax Committee. Another highlight of Bob's years at Iowa State was serving on the Athletics Council. Bob was a golf enthusiast. Bob golfed in Ames at the Ames Golf and Country Club (where he served on the board). His Thursday foursome and Tuesday morning golf breakfast group were weekly must-dos.
Bob had type 1 diabetes for 66 years. He saw many advances in the treatment of diabetes during his lifetime and diligently monitored his glucose levels which led to a much longer life than expected. In addition to his professional organizations, Bob was a member of Bethesda Lutheran Church, Ames Rotary, the ISU Cyclone Club, Stone Brooke Home Owners Association Board, and the Ames Planning and Zoning Commission.
Bob's children and grandchildren were important to him. Although never becoming adept at, he learned the basics of technology and social media in order to keep up with their lives. Friendships were also important to Bob and he loved his weekday coffee group that discussed all things Cyclone.
Bob is survived by his wife Pat of Ames; three children from his marriage to Karen Wright Swanson -- Rob Swanson of Tucson, Arizona; Nancy Osman (Richard) of Petaluma, California; and Joel Swanson (Selena) of Des Moines, Iowa; one son, Jonathan Titus (Yue) welcomed into the family from his marriage to Pat; and twelve grandchildren -- Elena Swanson; Bethany, Lydia, Gabe, Evie, and Lillian Swanson; Hadley, Elyse, and Will Osman; and Alex and Declan Titus.
He is also survived by his sister Karen (Robert) Wooldridge., brothers-in-law Robert Ament (Kathy) and Jerry Christenson (Carol), many nieces and nephews, and family he acquired through Pat. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Marilyn Ament and Janet Christenson.
Zuella Swartzendruber
January 16, 1935-November 19, 2018
Zuella G. Swartzendruber 83, passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 at Prairie Hills Des Moines Retirement Community. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Augustana Lutheran Church, Manson, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating. Burial of casket will be at Rose Hill Cemetery, Manson. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, at the Church until service time.
Zuella is survived by her children, Sara Welty of West Des Moines, Jane Marquart of St. Louis, MO, and John (Leann) Swartzendruber Jr. of Waterloo; 6 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Vera (Paul) Valde, Minnie Norem, and Myra (Russell) Phillips; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband John; her parents, Walter and Josie May (Ellison) Trende; and sister Wilma Trende.
Tribute by her daughter, Sara Welty
ISU work experience:
Worked for the Extension Office in Webster County.
Highlight of their employment:
She enjoyed her job and her co-workers.
Other thoughts to share:
Zuella's loves in her life were her family and education followed by quilting. She made great accomplishments in all those areas and touched the lives of everyone she met.
Clayton Swenson
November 11, 1923-November 1, 2018
Clayton Swenson, 94, of Ames, passed away Nov. 1, 2018, at Green Hills Health Care. A celebration of life service will be at 11 a.m. on Dec. 8, 2018, at St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church on Lincoln Way.
Adams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Dr. Clayton Swenson, a well-known researcher in low temperature physics and a retired Iowa State University Distinguished Professor, died in his home at the Green Hills Retirement Community in Ames, Iowa, on November 1, 2018, shortly before his 95th birthday.
Dr. Swenson was born on November 11, 1923, in Hopkins, Minnesota, near Minneapolis. His father, Nels, who had emigrated from Sweden as an infant, owned Swenson's Meats and Groceries in the town of St. Louis Park, where the family moved in 1924. There his brother Don was born, and both boys worked in the store growing up. Dr. Swenson's mother, Anna, was part of a large, close-knit, German immigrant family. Nearly all of the Swenson family's social life revolved around the numerous relatives on both sides who lived in the area. Although Nels, Anna, and the rest of their generation had not completed high school, many of their children were high achievers with university degrees. Dr. Swenson was no exception – he skipped third grade and completed high school in 1940, aged 16, at the top of his class.
Dr. Swenson often commented on the role of serendipity in his life and the importance of seizing opportunities as they present themselves. The first such opportunity came when his high school counselor mentioned that some Eastern universities were seeking bright students from the Midwest. He applied, and Harvard University offered him a scholarship, a cheap room, and a job waiting tables to cover his board. Dr. Swenson intended to major in chemistry like one of his cousins, but his table-waiting schedule conflicted with the required freshman chemistry classes. He was advised to postpone them until his sophomore year and take physics instead. As Dr. Swenson later explained in a memoir written for his children and grandchildren, "[I] was sidelined into physics by an incompetent advisor, with no regrets." In 1944, during his last semester at Harvard, Dr. Swenson was asked by one of his former physics professors to join a "secret project" in the West – the development of a nuclear bomb at the Los Alamos site of the Manhattan Project. There, for the next 20 months, he studied velocities of explosive waves. The night before the top-secret Trinity test, he and a group of young colleagues sneaked out to the desert and witnessed the massive pre-dawn explosion from a hill north of the test site. Dr. Swenson returned to Harvard as a graduate student in January 1946.
Again, serendipity intervened when a former professor submitted his name for a fellowship to Oxford University in England. Although he had never intended to study abroad, Dr. Swenson was accepted into the doctoral program at Oxford (Jesus College), working at the Clarendon Laboratory under Professor F. E. Simon (later Sir Francis Simon) who was a leader in the relatively new field of low temperature physics. It was there that he met Heather Gell who was Professor Simon's secretary. After earning his doctoral degree (D.Phil), he persuaded Heather to marry him and move to the United States. They lived in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where Dr. Swenson was an instructor at Harvard University, helping to set up liquid helium research facilities. He then moved to MIT's Cryogenic Engineering Laboratory where he studied the properties of solids at high pressures and low temperatures.
Dr. Swenson began his 52-year tenure at the Iowa State College of Agricultural and Mechanic Arts, now Iowa State University (ISU), in 1955, when he accepted a faculty position in the area of low temperature physics. Over the following decades, he and his graduate students conducted superconductivity research at high pressures, studying pressure-volume-temperature relations for elementary materials. As he explained in his scientific history, "I enjoyed working with my hands, building and repairing equipment, either personally or through these very capable [graduate] students; much of the apparatus we used was 'home made,' either original or a significant modification of other designs." He derived great satisfaction from the success of his Ph.D. (16) and M.S. (11) students, many of whom he kept in contact with over the decades. One of these students, Dr. Robert Fugate, went on to develop a highly acclaimed technique to compensate for atmospheric distortion of astronomical observations using laser beacon adaptive optics. Recalling his graduate work with Dr. Swenson, Dr. Fugate wrote, " He was somewhat of a task master, but his wisdom and insistence on building from the ground up has been a reward and inspiration my entire career - he really did change my life." Dr. Swenson was promoted to associate professor in 1958 and professor in 1960, and chaired the Physics Department from 1976-84. He headed the committee that developed the requirements and design for the construction of Zaffarano Hall, an addition to the Physics Building, which was completed in 1967.
Dr. Swenson enjoyed traveling and used his sabbaticals as opportunities to expand his scientific career and share the world with his family. He spent two sabbatical years abroad, one at the CSIRO National Standards Laboratory in Sydney, Australia (1964 – 65), wherethe thermometry phase of his career began, and the other near London at the National Physical Laboratory (1974 – 75). Healso obtained a faculty improvement leave to spend the fall semester of 1984 in Los Alamos studying shock wave high pressure physics. Dr. Swenson retired from ISU in 1987 and continued to pursue research at the Ames Lab until 2004, publishing 22 post-retirement papers. During his retirement, he especially enjoyed working with undergraduates, helping them design and conduct experiments.
Dr. Swenson was an American Physical Society Fellow and a member of Sigma XI, the international honor society for research scientists and engineers. In April 2018, The Sigma Xi Chapter of Iowa State University recognized him as their first Diamond Anniversary member, following 75 years of continuous membership. Dr. Swenson was also a member of the Consultative Committee on Thermometry of the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (CCT) from 1968-1990 and regularly attended CCT conferences in Paris. Among his numerous publications, a chapter entitled "Physics at High Pressures," written for an ongoing series of solid state physics books in 1960, was particularly influential in the field. In his later years, Dr. Swenson was a proud recipient of the St. Louis Park High School Distinguished Alumnus Award. He drove to the ceremony at the age of 88 and delivered an address to the students, using his life story to encourage them to take advantage of unexpected opportunities.
Dr. Swenson enjoyed family life, photography, home projects, computers, travel, and philanthropy. He instilled a love of the outdoors in his three children during camping vacations in the American West, developed his own black-and- white photos, and assembled a well-catalogued collection of photo albums that have become family heirlooms. Dr. Swenson developed and maintained lifelong connections with friends, former colleagues, and extended family members around the world, remaining especially close to his brother Don's family and to Heather's family in England (the Gells). All were recipients of his annual Christmas letter, which he wrote throughout his life into his early 90s.
Once his children were grown, Dr. Swenson presided over regular family reunions, bringing together the members of his blended family from the east and west coasts to enjoy time with each other in or near a national park. Christmas was another important gathering time for the family with treasured traditions such as complex jigsaw puzzles, cutthroat group solitaire games, and amazing assortments of homemade cookies.
After Heather’s death, Dr. Swenson's children were delighted when he and Dr. Ruth Wildman decided to marry in 1980. They traveled extensively during their almost four decades together, exploring all seven continents. The two of them actively supported many local, national, and international causes and together received the Outstanding Family Philanthropists Award from the Story County Alliance for Philanthropy in 2007. Dr. Swenson served on the board of the Emergency Residence Project from 2000-2007, including a three-year term as president. He also was elected to the Green Hills Retirement Community's Board of Directors from 2009-2013 and was a longtime member of St.
John's by the Campus Episcopal Church.
Dr. Swenson was preceded in death by his first wife, Heather Swenson, in 1977, and his second wife, Dr. Ruth W. Swenson, in March 2018. He is survived by his daughters, Anna Swenson (John Kunkel) of Herndon, Virginia, and Wendy Swenson and her children, Aaron and Heather, of San Rafael, California; by his son Paul Swenson (Andrea) of Piedmont, California, and their children, Lucy and Sam; and by his stepson Randall Wildman (Kelly) of Corvallis, Oregon, and stepdaughter-in-law Lourdes Wildman of Summerville, South Carolina.
Bonnie Thomas
December 30, 1931-January 27, 2012
Bonnie J. Thomas, age 80, of Jefferson City, Missouri, departed this life on Friday, January 27, 2012 at Jefferson City Rehabilitation Center, Jefferson City, Missouri.
Bonnie was born December 30, 1931 in Marshfield, Wisconsin, the daughter of James and Edna (Arends) Tucker.
She was united in marriage to Robert W. Thomas, Jr., who preceded her in death.
Bonnie worked as a school teacher and as an employee of Iowa State University. She enjoyed singing, playing piano, writing, traveling and gardening. Most of all, she loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time with them.
Bonnie is survived by three daughters, Linda Miller and husband, Marlyn, of Jefferson City, Missouri, Susan Brayman and companion, Greg, of Campbell, California and Nancy McDade and husband, Dan, of Atlanta, Georgia; one brother, James Tucker and wife, Donna, of Fresno, California; two sisters, Muriel Heideman and husband, Von, of Des Moines, Iowa and Barbara Clark and husband, John, of Dallas, Texas; four grandchildren, Christine Ommen and husband, Mark, Andrew Miller, Megan Joyce and Caitlin Joyce as well as several other relatives and friends.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Robert. W. Thomas.
Stephen Thomas
September 22, 1936-October 28, 2018
Stephen Thomas, 82, of Ames, passed away Oct. 28, 2018, at Westhaven Community in Boone, with his family at his side. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 1, at Westhaven Community in Boone with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Stephen Wayne Thomas was born Sept. 22, 1936, to Cobie and Jane Hoback, adopted, loved and reared by Kenneth and Ruth (Dotts) Thomas. Stephen was raised in Des Moines, where he graduated from East High School and furthered his education at Grandview College. Stephen joined the Navy Reserves and served for six years.
He married Marilyn Emily Hokel on March 2, 1957. Stephen was employed at ISU for more than 30 years. He enjoyed family activities and trips to Branson and never missed a Friday football game or a Boy Scout camp out. Stephen’s strong faith led him to be very involved with the Boone shelter men’s program for the homeless.
Stephen is survived by his Wife, Marilyn, of Ames; three sons, Bruce (Peggy) Thomas, of Boone, Kevin (Darla) Thomas, of Radcliffe, Perry Thomas, of Big Wall Lake; one daughter, Rhonda (David) Keller, of rural Ames; grandchildren, Jestin (Tracy) Thomas, Larissa Thomas, Levi (Michelle) Thomas, Tanner Thomas, Brandon (Chelly) Keller, Garrett Keller; great-grandchildren, Bruce, Ainsley, Jory, Tessa, Jade, Jack, and Sawyer; sister, Alberta Long; and brother, Ron (Skip) Fell.
He was preceded in death by his parents; birth parents; and his brother, Vance Johnson.
Harvey Thompson
October 30, 1920-July 21, 2018
Harvey E. Thompson, 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 21th, 2018. He was born in Valders, WI on October 30, 1920, the oldest child of Reuel and Esther (Harvey) Thompson. He graduated from Valders High School, and attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison where he earned a certificate in the Farm Short Course, a BS, MS and PhD in Agronomy and Economic Entomology. He was a veteran of WWII.
Harvey joined the faculty at Iowa State University as a Professor of Agronomy & Extension Agronomist in 1950. He was chairman of the Agronomy Extension Group when he retired in 1983. His work took him down every highway and back road in the State of Iowa. He was a member of several professional societies. He served as Executive Director of Associated Hybrid Producers from 1983-87.
Harvey married Alice WInborn in 1953. They had 2 daughters. They lived in Ames until 1974, when they moved to a farm SE of town. There he raised American Quarter Horses, and farmed following the advice he had given other Iowa farmers for many years. He and Alice moved to Green Hills Retirement Community in 1994.
Over the years, he served on and was chairman of University Lutheran Church Foundation Board, St. Andrew's Lutheran Church Congregation and Green Hills Retirement Community Board of Directors. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, trap and skeet shooting, raising horses, camping all over the country, bowling and reading.
Harvey is survived by Alice, his wife of 64 years; daughters, Bonnie Snovelle of Boone, Betty (Clark) Grinde of Story City; grandchildren, Zachery and Samantha Snovelle, Emma and John Grinde and sister, Joyce Loritz. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dorothy Nicoloff, Judy Vallesky and son-in-law James Snovelle.
Visitation will be Wednesday, July 25th from 5-7pm at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 209 Colorado Ave, Ames. The Funeral service will be Thursday, July 26th at 2pm at St. Andrew's.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to University Lutheran Church, St. Andrew's Lutheran Church or University of Wisconsin Foundation for the Henry Ahlgren Scholarship Fund in Agronomy.
Tribute by his wife, Alice Thompson
Harvey E. Thompson was born October 30, 1920 and died July 21, 2018 at Green Hills Health Care Center. Harvey joined the ISU Agronomy Department faculty December 1, 1951 to do 50% Research and 50% Extension. However, after working awhile doing 75% Research and 75% Extension he moved to full time Extension, working primarily in soybean and corn production. When asked if he was teaching, he would respond by saying that he taught the students Dads. He retired January 30, 1983 to his little farm to practice the application of the advice he’d been preaching to farmers for 33 years, and to raise quarter horses.
Dorothy Timmons
December 9, 1916-August 25, 2018
Dorothy Timmons, 101, died peacefully, surrounded by family Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House, Ames, Iowa, after a brief illness.
A visitation will be held Aug. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Cecilia Church in Ames. Funeral Mass will be Aug. 29 at 1 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior at St. Cecilia Church. Burial is at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Dorothy was born Dec. 9, 1916, to Senter and Josie Langdon in Hornersville, Mo. At age 14, she left home to attend Webb Preparatory School in Bell Buckle, Tenn. Following graduation in 1935, she attended Sweet Briar College in Virginia, and the University of Missouri, Columbia, where she graduated with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Applied Art.
She was a member of Gamma Phi Beta social sorority, Delta Phi Delta honorary art fraternity, and Sigma Pi Alpha honorary education fraternity. While at the University of Missouri, Dorothy met the love of her life, John F. Timmons on a blind date arranged by mutual friends. They were married Sept. 28, 1939, in Hornersville, Mo., and moved to Silver Spring, Maryland, where John worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington D.C.
Following John receiving his Ph.D at University of Wisconsin-Madison, they moved to Ames in 1947, where John became a Distinguished Professor of Economics at Iowa State University and where they raised their eight children.
Dorothy treasured time spent with her family, especially at their lake home in northern Minnesota over the past 54 years, including this summer. She shared a wonderful married life with John and they enjoyed many activities together including attending cultural and ISU sporting events, travel, gardening, walks, and even time spent duck, goose and pheasant hunting.
She was a wonderful cook and took pride in preparing meals for her family and entertaining in her home with elegant dinner parties. A favorite saying of hers, was "The eye eats first," which attributed to her attention to detail in serving a meal and setting a table. She warmly opened her home to John's foreign graduate students over holidays. She was an avid reader, enjoyed nature and could identify many species of flowers and birds. Dorothy was an accomplished artist. She painted in oil and later in watercolor. She was a co-founder of Iowa Artists, was a member of Iowa Watercolor Society, Leech Lake Arts League, P.E.O. Chapter KC in Ames, National League of American Pen Women, Gamma Phi Beta, ISU Faculty Women's Club, St. Cecilia's Parish in Ames.
Dorothy was gentle, caring, patient and kind. She always placed others before herself, especially her family. When talking of raising a large family, she would say, "If I ever get to heaven, I'll float there on a diaper!" Those who knew Dorothy recognized a life well lived. Above all else, she lived a full life centered around faith, family, friendship and unconditional love.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Theresa of Sauk Rapids, John L. (Kathleen), of Ames, Bill (Donna), of Port Charlotte, Fla., Nancy (Lawrence) Eisinger of Fergus Falls, Josie (Scott) Josif of Palatine, Ill., Senter (Phyllis) of Green River, Wyoming, Dave (Marilyn) of San Diego; 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brotherin- law Robert Timmons (Joan) W. of Davenport, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband; a daughter, Dorothy J.; her parents; and two brothers.
The family would like to thank the caregivers at At-Home Care Co. and the nurses and aides at Israel Family Hospice House for their loving care.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association, American Cancer Society, and Mary Greeley Medical Center Foundation/ Israel Family Hospice House.
Ralph Tomlinson
December 26, 1946-April 25, 2019
Ralph F. Tomlinson, age 72, of Grove, OK passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Integris Grove Hospital after battling cancer. Ralph was born on December 26, 1946 to Joseph and Ruth (Forster) Tomlinson in Osceola, IA. He grew up in Manly, IA and graduated from North Central High School.
After high school, Ralph attended Westmar College in LeMars, IA and received a Bachelor’s of Science. While there he met the love of his life, Suzanne Dudley, and on May 31, 1968, they were married in Humboldt, IA.
Upon receiving his degree he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and proudly served for 20 years in 6 different countries, eventually retiring as a Lt Colonel. During his time in the service he was a pilot flying a KC-135 refueling tanker in the Vietnam War. He later flew a B-52 for Strategic Air Command out of Fairchild AFB in Spokane, WA. Ralph was later stationed at Blytheville AR and Presque Isle, ME.
Continuing his education, Ralph received a Master’s in Computer Science from Boston University.
Towards the end of his military career, he was stationed at Offutt AFB in Bellevue, NE and served as a computer consultant for Strategic Air Command Headquarters.
Upon “retirement”, Ralph began teaching Computer Science at the University of Nebraska, Omaha and then Iowa State University in Ames, IA. He also became active in the Civil Air Patrol, the Air Force Auxiliary, doing search and rescue and served as the Iowa Wing Commander for 4 years. From the Department of the Army, Ralph was given the Army Commander’s Award for Civilian Service Medal, the highest honor that a civilian can earn.
In 2008, Ralph and his wife enrolled in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and served assisting Iowans during the floods of 2008 and 2013. He also spent many hours teaching both the Coast Guard Auxiliary members and the public in boating safety and specialty classes. Ralph was also deployed for flood rescue in Fargo, ND and Deep Horizons Recovery after Hurricane Katrina. Most recently, Ralph was recognized by the Iowa State House of Representatives with House Resolution 10 for his many years of service and contributions to Iowa.
Even with all these accomplishments, Ralph was a humble man, never searching for attention or notoriety. A kind and quiet gentleman, being a public servant was what he enjoyed most. He leaves a legacy of kindness and selflessness that is rarely seen today. The couple moved to Grove full-time in 2018 and attended the First United Methodist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents and one infant brother.
Left to carry on his legacy: wife, Suzanne Tomlinson of Grove; son, Christopher Tomlinson and wife, Susan and grandson, Theodore, all of Henderson, NV. Brothers: Joel Tomlinson and wife, Deb of Stratford, WI and Ron Tomlinson and wife, Lyn of Marshfield, WI and many nieces and nephews.
In Grove, visitation will be held at 1pm Tuesday, April 30, 2019 followed by Funeral services at 2pm, both at Nichols- Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services. A service in Iowa will be on Saturday, May 4th, 2019 at Faith United Methodist Church in Humboldt Iowa, with the visitation from 12 to 2 and the memorial service at 2pm with refreshments following. Arrangements entrusted to Nichols-Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services. Online condolences may be made at www.nicholsfuneralandcremation.com.
Tribute by his wife, Suzanne Tomlinson
ISU work experience:
Ralph taught in the Computer Science Department at Iowa State for fourteen years after coming from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He enjoyed teaching and was committed to giving the beginning students a solid background in computer concepts and programming that they needed for their various programs. He enjoyed office hours which allowed him to help students work through their programming problems. Mentoring was second nature to him and he believed in being there for those who needed the personal approach.
Highlight of their employment:
The highlights of his teaching at ISU came from the students. When a former student would thank him for his involvement and instruction, he was very pleased to know he had made a difference.
Personal memory:
Ralph believed in service to his family, others, and his country. The first twenty years he served in the Air Force as a pilot and computer programmer. Upon retiring from the Air Force, he taught at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and then at Iowa State University. While at ISU, he performed voluntary service for Civil Air Patrol and was involved in many search and rescue missions. He served as the Iowa Wing Commander for four years. He then moved on to volunteer for the Coast Guard Auxiliary and broke ground in designing programs and training for the Coast Guard Auxiliary at the National level. His online classes were attended by people all over the world and helped many attain training that was not available in their area. He was recognized by the Iowa State House of Representatives with House Resolution 10 for his many years of service and contributions to Iowa.
Michael Vande Voort
June 26, 1958-April 16, 2019
Michael Arden Vande Voort was born June 26, 1958, at the Mahaska Hospital in Oskaloosa, Iowa. His proud parents were Henry John and Martha Jane (Van Ekeren) Vande Voort. He died of natural causes at his home in Ames, Iowa, on April 16, 2019, at the age of 60 years. Mike grew up in Oskaloosa, attended Whittier Elementary and graduated from Oskaloosa High School with the class of 1976. Mike's work ethic developed at his part-time jobs delivering for Stapps Pharmacy and at J.C. Penney. He played trumpet in the awardwinning high school band, "Band of the 70's." Following graduation, he attended William Penn College in
Oskaloosa and Truman University, Kirksville, Missouri, where he earned a B.S. in Business Management in 1980. He started his career with the Kmart Corporation Management Trainee Program in Des Moines, Iowa and was soon transferred to a new store start-up team in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He found the people there did not have the same work ethics as Iowans so he returned home to join Richman Gordman's management team. Mike's early years in retail management developed his interest in accounting, which then led him to Iowa State University to earn a B.A. in Accounting in 1986. This step in his life took him on a journey as an executive with GTE Telephone in Grinnell, Iowa, and Indianapolis, Indiana. Family in Iowa drew him back home to work for Fort Dodge Animal Health. Living and working in Fort Dodge brought much joy into Mike's life, especially when he met Jeanne Marie Vosika. Mike and Jeanne were united in marriage June 4, 1994, in Pocahontas, Iowa. They made their home in Fort Dodge until a new opportunity called them to Newton, Iowa where Mike became Manager of Finance in Sales for Maytag Corporation. In 2000, Mike and Jeanne moved to Ames, where Mike held executive positions in Finance and Accounting with Sauer Danfoss, then later Farm Bureau Financial Group in West Des Moines, Iowa, before joining Iowa State University as Business Manager. Mike retired from Iowa State University in June 2018. Mike and Jeanne spent much of their free time traveling to scenic and historical places in which he enjoyed capturing their memories through his hobby of photography. They took trips to many of the national parks and other beautiful places in the United States as well as internationally to locations in Europe, Canada, and the Caribbean. Quiet time at home was very important to him, too. Because of their love of the outdoors, together Mike and Jeanne created a beautiful sanctuary in their backyard to enjoy with family and friends, along with their dogs, Sandie and Sadie, whom he also loved taking on long walks. Mike also enjoyed fishing with his father and some of his most cherished memories from his childhood were the times they spent on family vacation at Cedar Lake in Minnesota. Mike was a hard worker who immensely enjoyed doing things for others and tried to live each day of his life to the fullest. His beautiful soul will be missed by all who knew him. They are his wife, Jeanne Vande Voort of Ames; his parents, Henry J. and Martha Vande Voort of Pella, Iowa; his two sisters and their families: Brenda and Russell Martin of Fort Dodge, IA; Joline Schulze of Humboldt, IA; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and their families: Mike and Linda Vosika of Pocahontas, IA; Mark and Heidi Vosika of Pocahontas, IA; Mary Vosika and Patrick Green of Waukee, IA. Michael was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law: Larry Erickson, Dean Schulze, and Alan Vosika; his maternal grandparents, Henry M. and Ida (Ver Steeg) Van Ekeren, his paternal grandparents, Gerrit and Cornelia (Willemsen) Vande Voort; a niece, Anna Marie Erickson; his parents-in-law, Richard and Viola (Besch) Vosika; and his golden retriever, Sandie. Memorial contributions may be given for the Story County Animal Shelter or the families choice. Cemetery Details Oakwood Cemetery 1301 Columbus St. Pella, IA.
Dorothy Vos-Voelker
January 20, 1923-February 8, 2019
Dorothy Vos-Voelker went home to be with the Lord on February 8, 2019. Visitation will be 5 until 7pm Monday, February 11, 2019 at Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave. Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 12, at Bethesda Lutheran Church. Burial will be in the Alexander Cemetery.
Dorothy was born January 20, 1923 in Alexander, Iowa, to Jacob and Carrie (Gruis) Ostendorf. She graduated from Meservey High School in 1940, received her teaching certificate in 1942 from Central College where she met her first husband. She taught in Gilman, Iowa and Hudsonville, Michigan schools before she married James Vos, in August 24, 1944 in Meservey, Iowa. Dorothy served alongside her husband as the pastor’s wife and organist for nearly 40 years in Faith Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, MI, Central Reformed Church in Muskegon MI, First Reformed Church in Sheboygan Falls, WI, Ebenezer Reformed Church in Leighton, IA, and Trinity Reformed Church in Sibley IA. Jim died in 1982.
In 1986, she married Don Voelker in Ames. In retirement they traveled and enjoyed spending time with their families. Dorothy was a loving wife, Pastors wife, organist, teacher, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother. She was Miss Meservey in 1939 as a teenager. Dorothy and Jim served on mission trips with Winnebago Indians in Nebraska.
We will fondly remember her ability to find a thread of connection with nearly everyone she met. Relationships are the only thing we can take to heaven with us. Our home was often filled with music from piano, organ, and singing.
Dorothy also enjoyed connecting with friends and staff at Waterford Assisted Living and St. Croix Hospice.
She is survived by her children: Philip Vos (Christine) of Cedar Rapids, IA; Daniel Vos (Sherrie) of Ames, IA; David Vos (Carol) of Melbourne Beach, FL; grandchildren Melissa (Anthony) Henderson, Steve Vos, Nathan (Lisa) Vos, Eric (Kaitlyn) Vos, Andrea (Vincent) Vos-Rochefort, Josh Vos, Chris (Rebekah) Vos, Stephanie (Jared) Fonvielle; and 11 greatgrandchildren with another great-grandchild due in March.
She is also survived by Don’s children Vivian (Chris) Murray, Vicki Sivesind, Bonnie (Jon) Jackson, Larry (Claretta) Voelker, and Rich (Michelle) Voelker; 10 grandchildren; 13 greatgrandchildren; and 4 great-greatgrandchildren
She was preceded in death by her brother Luverne Ostendorf, parents Jacob and Carrie (Gruis) Ostendorf, first husband James Vos, sister Irene Stadtlander, sister Alvina Dorenkamp, and her second husband Don Voelker.
Wallace Wass
1929 - November 8, 2018
Former Ames resident Dr. Wallace Milton Wass died on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018, at his home in Scottsdale, Ariz. He was 88. Wass worked as professor and then head of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Iowa State University for thirty years.
Wally Wass was born in 1929 in Lake Park to Arthur Wass and Esther (Moberg) Wass. Four years later, the family moved to a homesteaded farm in Worthington, Minn., where Wally attended a country school with his siblings, Homer and Betty. A voracious reader throughout his life, Wally skipped one grade to join his older brother’s class. In 1951, he graduated from the University of Minnesota, where he went on to receive his DVM. After marrying Doreen McCollum in 1953, he became an officer in the U.S. Air Force Veterinary Corps in Newbury, England, until 1955, before returning to join the Minnesota faculty where he earned his Ph.D. in 1961.
After a brief stint at Brookhaven National Laboratories in Upton, N.Y., Wass was made head of the newly created Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Iowa State University in 1964. He served as a member of the building committees for the College of Veterinary Medicine’s new facilities, which were first occupied in 1976. During his tenure, he was co-founder and president of the National Clinical Science Organization as well as consultant to a number of international veterinary colleges, including Kasetsart University in Thailand. In 1999, he retired from Iowa State and became assistant dean at Ross University in New York. In 2001, he became director of the New Jersey Humane Society.
A licensed pilot, Wass flew throughout most of the U.S. for business and pleasure, once landing his plane after being injured when a hailstone shattered his windshield. Wass was also an avid fisherman and golfer for nearly his entire life, proudly shooting two hole-in-ones at Ames Golf and Country Club.
Wass is survived by Doreen, his wife of 65 years; four children, Karen Wass, of Deerfield, Ill., Kim Jon Wass, of Ames, Chris Wass, of Phoenix, and Chip Wass, of Baltimore, Md.; seven grandchildren; and his sister, Betty.
Wally’s ashes will be scattered next summer during a family memorial in northern Minnesota, scene of some of the fondest memories of those who knew and adored him.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ, 85014.
Tribute by Dave Gieseke, Communications Manager at Vet Med
Dr. Wallace Wass
Dr. Wallace Milton Wass died on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018, at his home in Scottsdale, Ariz. He was 88. Wass worked as professor and then head of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Iowa State University for 30 years. Wally Wass was born in 1929 in Lake Park to Arthur Wass and Esther (Moberg) Wass. Four years later, the family moved to a homesteaded farm in Worthington, Minn., where Wally attended a country school with his siblings, Homer and Betty. A voracious reader throughout his life, Wally skipped one grade to join his older brother’s class. In 1951, he graduated from the University of Minnesota, where he went on to receive his DVM. After marrying Doreen McCollum in 1953, he became an officer in the U.S. Air Force Veterinary Corps in Newbury, England, until 1955, before returning to join the Minnesota faculty where he earned his Ph.D. in 1961.
After a brief stint at Brookhaven National Laboratories in Upton, N.Y., Wass was made head of the newly created Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Iowa State University in 1964. He served as a member of the building committees for the College of Veterinary Medicine’s new facilities, which were first occupied in 1976. During his tenure, he was co-founder and president of the National Clinical Science Organization as well as consultant to a number of international veterinary colleges, including Kasetsart University in Thailand. In 1999, he retired from Iowa State and became assistant dean at Ross University in New York. In 2001, he became director of the New Jersey Humane Society.
A licensed pilot, Wass flew throughout most of the U.S. for business and pleasure, once landing his plane after being injured when a hailstone shattered his windshield. Wass was also an avid fisherman and golfer for nearly his entire life, proudly shooting two hole-in-ones at Ames Golf and Country Club.
Wass is survived by Doreen, his wife of 65 years; four children, Karen Wass, of Deerfield, Ill., Kim Jon Wass, of Ames, Chris Wass, of Phoenix, and Chip Wass, of Baltimore, Md.; seven grandchildren; and his sister, Betty.
Carl Watson
December 30, 1933-November 20, 2018
Carl Clifton Watson age 84, of Gilbert, Iowa passed away at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny, Iowa on Tuesday November 20, 2018. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Monday, November26, 2018 at The Grace Bible Church located at 308 Matthews Drive, Gilbert, IA. Visitation will be at 10:00, service at 11:00 with lunch to follow in the church basement.
Carl was born December 30, 1933 in Jefferson, Iowa the son of Fred and Roberta Maxine (Bryan) Watson. He grew up on a farm in Greene County near Bagley. Carl graduated from Bayard High School in 1952. He entered the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War from 1953 till 1957 when he was honorably discharged. In 1983 Carl started attending Iowa State University and received his Master of Arts degree. He then continued his education and went on to receive his Master of Fine Arts degree at The University of Iowa in 1990.
In 1956 Carl married Mary Molitor. They resided in Ames from 1957 till 1983 when they divorced. To this union two daughters were born Renee and Wendy.
In 1985 Carl married Susan Ridnour in Ames, IA. They resided in Gilbert, IA.
Carl worked in the drywall construction for 30 years. He was Artist in Residence Emeritus at the Octagon Center for the Arts for 25 years.
In his retirement he spent 10 years as a Foster Grandparent for the Sawyer Elementary School in Ames and as a school crossing guard. Through these years Carl not only helped these 3rd graders learn but he also befriended many of those children.
Carl is survived by his wife, Susan Ridnour; his three daughters, Renee (Steve) Larsen of Nevada, Wendy (Wayne) Nash of Buckinghamshire, England, Lisa (Rocky) Schroeder of Overland Park, KS, son, Troy Ridnour of Gilbert, IA and sister, Janice Strawn of Jefferson.
Eleven Grandchildren: Sydney (Joe) Czarny of Grayslake, IL; Connor (finance Markie Spykerman) Larsen of Ames, IA; Sacha, Oliver, Isabel Nash of Buckinghamshire, England; Callie (Caleb) Woolery of Overland, KS; Molly Schroeder of Overland Park, KS; Ashlee (Cory) Anderson of Lake Ozark, MO; Gavin Turner of Aurora, IA; Chance and Kennedy Steffes of Nevada, IA.
Four Great granddaughters: Olivia Czarny, Jayleigh Duncan, Skylyn Anderson, Coraline Woolery and many nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Judith Senty.
At a later date Carl will be interned at the Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter, IA. Memorials may be directed to the family.
Robert Weber
September 15, 1942-November 21, 2018
Robert Weber, 76, of Des Moines, Iowa was called home to Heaven on November 21, following a brief illness at Iowa Methodist Medical Center.
He was born in Stout, IA, the son of Edward and Viola Weber. He was born again on November 26, 1959 and made it his life's mission to spread the Gospel. He graduated from Dike High School in 1960 and from Iowa State University with BS, MS and PhD degrees in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering. He married the love of his life, Joan Rogers from Cleveland, OH in 1965.
Robert had a 25 year career with Rockwell Collins before becoming a Professor at Iowa State University. He retired in 2010, continuing his passion for research and mentoring young engineers as Professor Emeritus until his death.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Joan; children, Bonnie Lohrbach (Ben) of Tampa, FL, Tim Weber (Michelle) of Waukee, IA, and Brian (Carrie) of Columbus, OH.; his beloved grandchildren, David, Sarah, Max, Joe, Meredith and Cameron; brother Lloyd (Mary Lou) Weber of Dunkerton, IA.; sister Shirley (Gavin) Collins of Roseville, MN.; as well as a close circle of family and friends. In death, Robert rejoined his parents and two sisters: Laura in infancy and Wilma Niedert.
Funeral services are at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 27, 2018, at Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines, IA. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., on Monday at the funeral home.
Tribute by his colleagues at ECpE
Robert Weber, professor emeritus and alumnus of Iowa State University‘s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE), passed away in Des Moines, Iowa, on Nov. 21, 2018, at the age of 76.
Weber received his bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and Ph.D. from Iowa State in Electrical Engineering between the years of 1963-67. While a student at ISU, Weber was a member of Sigma Xi, a national honor society for research scientists and engineers; and Tau Beta Pi, an engineering honor society. He also was a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Weber had a 25-year career with Rockwell Collins, now Collins Aerospace, before becoming an ECpE professor in 1988. At Iowa State, he worked with the Microelectronics Research Center (MRC) and the Analog and Mixed-Signal VLSI Design Center and was named the David C. Nicholas Professor, a title he held from 2002-09. Weber received the Warren B. Boast Undergraduate Teaching Award three times, in 1996, 2002 and 2005. He retired from ISU in 2010 but stayed active in the department, continuing his passion for research and mentoring young engineers as professor emeritus until his death.
“Professor Weber was a valuable colleague. He and I came ISU concurrently in the late 1980s from industry, he from Rockwell and I from Polaroid. The two of us together worked to make the Microelectronics Research Center into a productive laboratory for new electronic and optical devices,” said Vikram Dalal, Anson Marston Distinguished Professor and Thomas M. Whitney Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Dalal is also the director of the MRC.
“Early in his career at ISU, Dr. Weber was instrumental in the work at MRC on new sensor devices based on thin film resonators. Dr. Weber also obtained significant donations of research equipment from industry to MRC, which has benefited many students. Many graduate students and P&S [professional and scientific] scientists worked with him and benefited greatly from his exceptional knowledge in the field of microwave devices and circuits,” Dalal said. “In addition to his work at Iowa State, Dr. Weber also volunteered in Zambia (in Africa) to improve the education and health facilities in that country. He was always willing to help everyone, and we all benefited greatly from his knowledge, wisdom and friendship.”
Harriett Wilkinson
December 20, 1920-January 5, 2014
Enid Wortman
June 19, 1921-February 2, 2010
Enid E. Wortman, 88, of Spirit Lake, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at the Milford Nursing Center in Milford. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the United Methodist Church in Spirit Lake. A memorial visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, at the Schuchert Funeral Home in Spirit Lake. She was born June 19, 1921, in Clay County, to Rudolph and Flawilla (Jones) Whade. Enid grew up on the family farm and attended country school and later graduated from Linn Grove Consolidated High School in 1938. She then attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake for two years, and received her teaching certificate. Following her education, Enid taught school in various cities in Iowa. She returned to college at Iowa State in Ames, and received her Bachelor of Science degree in home economics education in 1949. She then received her Master of Science degree in home management from ISU in 1957. Enid married David Wortman Dec. 19, 1959, at Linn Grove. Following their marriage, Enid continued teaching and taught primary and secondary education in various schools throughout the state. Enid worked for the State Department of Education, taught Home Management at Baroda University in India for two years, and later at ISU as an area specialist in Home Management. Following her retirement, the couple moved to the lakes area and resided in Francis Sites. Enid was a member of the Spirit Lake United Methodist Church and also served as past president of Home Economics Association. Enid enjoyed quilting, growing flowers and teaching dried flower arrangement. Enid is survived by her husband, David Wortman, of Francis Sites; two sisters, Althea and her husband, Frank Sedlock, of Emmetsburg, and Doris Foell, of Ames; a brother, David and his wife, Cheryl Whade, of Wahpeton; and several nieces and nephews. Enid was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Arvid Whade.
Paul Wray
February 11, 1946-February 20, 2019
Paul Harland Wray, 73, passed away on February 20, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 6, at Reiman Gardens in Ames.
Paul was born on February 11, 1946 in Austin, Minnesota to Willard and Grace Wray. At the age of seven, his family moved to a dairy farm in Bloomfield, Iowa. Paul attended a one-room schoolhouse through eighth grade. Following graduation from Davis County Community High School he attended Iowa State University, receiving a B.S. in Forest Management in 1968. He later served in the U.S. Army, including a tour in Vietnam. Returning to Iowa State, he completed a Ph.D. in Forest Biology and then accepted a teaching position at Virginia Tech. He returned to Iowa State in 1975 as a faculty member in Forestry Extension, a position he held until he retired.
Paul married Joyce Ann Meis on August 31, 1974. In their 44 years together, they raised two children, were blessed with six grandchildren, and owned and operated the J&J Christmas Tree Farm. Paul loved the simple things in life. He enjoyed baking, fishing, gardening, traveling, watching his beloved Cyclones, and making wonderful memories with his family and friends. He was the scorekeeper of every card game and loved teaching new games to others.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Joyce; their children, Jason (Jessica) Wray and Jessica (Justin) Schaack; his treasured grandchildren, Addison, Kelsey, and Dillon Wray, and Alena, Lauren, and Caleb Schaack; brother Willard (Pat) Wray; brothers- and sisters-in-law Carol and Richard Ellington, Kim and Dave Brandon, Lynette and Roger Meis; Mary and Fred Cerwick, Patti and Steve Meis, and Karen and Tim Pottebaum; and many nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. The family will also remember Paul with a tree planted on the Iowa State campus.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Arbor Day Foundation’s Trees in Memory, Iowa Arboretum, or a charity of your choice.
Tribute by his wife, Joyce Wray
ISU work experience:
Paul joined the Department of Forestry in 1975 as a faculty member in Forestry Extension, a position he held until he retired in 2006.
Highlight of their employment:
Paul devoted over 30 years of his life to Forestry extension and outreach. He encouraged people in Iowa and surrounding states to plant and manage trees throughout his life, and he educated them in proper planting and management techniques. His extension efforts led to a better informed citizenry, and untold number of trees planted as a result of his teaching.
Personal memory:
Paul and I were married 44 years and raised two wonderful children, Jason and Jessica, and were blessed with six grandchildren, and owned the J&J Christmas Tree Farm. Paul loved being a father and papa/grandpa and making wonderful memories with his family and friends. He is dearly missed.
Tribute by his daughter, Jessica Schaack
Paul Wray was an incredible father to myself and Papa to my three children. We are constantly surrounded by the special touches he left on this earth, through the trees he helped us plant in our yard, the homemade jam he created, and the numerous woodworking projects he made for the children. We all have multiple memories of my father but some of my favorite memories surround his Christmas Tree farm. As a family, we enjoyed walking through the rows of Christmas trees my dad planted and sheared with his own hands, finding the perfect tree for our home. Sometimes this search would be over in a few minutes, other times it would take us a little longer to find one we all agreed on.
After a quick family picture in front of the tree, my father would help us cut the tree down, shake out the dead needles and strap it on our vehicle. This will be a tradition my family will continue each year in memory of my father.
It is impossible to not associate fishing with my father. From annual week long trips to Minnesota to small weekend get aways to nearby lakes, my dad would never say no if someone asked him to go fishing. I am so thankful my children were able to enjoy this hobby with him one last time this past summer. Not a single fish was caught that day but the memories of that afternoon will last forever.
Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution
Paul Wray passed away in the early afternoon hours of February 20, 2019. After completing his PhD. in forest biology at Iowa State University, he served briefly as a faculty member at Virginia Polytechnic Institute before returning to the Forestry Department at Iowa State University as a faculty member in forestry extension. For over 30 years, he and Dean Prestemon were the “face of forestry” to countless forest land owners around the state. Between the two of them, they explained forestry, from tree planting to proper use and care of wood, to all who were interested. He loved traveling the state with Dean to deliver forestry field days, workshops, and master woodland manager programs to all who wanted to do a better job of managing their forest holdings. In addition, Dr. Wray was an instructor for many years of the Forestry Camp beginning in 1973 with a trip to Cullowhee and Rougement, North Carolina through 1997 when he was the co-instructor with David Countryman when they travelled to Cloquet, Minnesota. . He was universally liked by all who had the good fortune of knowing him.
- Contributed by Dr. Steve Jungst
Edmund Young
January 2, 1923-June 23, 2018
Edmund "Dick" Young 95, of Ames, passed away June 23, at Northcrest Health Care Center in Ames. A service of memoriam will take place at 2 PM on July 28, 2018 at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames, Iowa.
Born (at a very early age) to Harrison Hurst Young and Ruth Marie (Sweitzer) Young, he grew up in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, a small industrial community on the banks of the lazy Arkansas River, where he remembered going to sleep to the sound of oil wells pumping in the night. He was a boy Scout, sold Saturday Evening Post magazines and attended public school where he enjoyed appearing in school plays and singing in the Glee Club.
His attendance at the University of Virginia and Oklahoma A & M College was interrupted by a war during which he served in the Corp of Engineers as a First Lieutenant. Returning to college after the war he met his beloved, Mary Elizabeth Stevens whom he married August 1, 1948.
With a Bachelor of Architecture degree in hand from Oklahoma A & M he went to work for an Architectural firm in Fort Worth, Texas. Returning to Stillwater, OK he partnered in establishing an architecture firm and taught half time at OSU. He obtained a Master of Architecture degree in 1961 from OSU and coming to Ames in 1970 taught full time at Iowa State University. As a licensed Architect in three states he designed a goodly number of homes, schools, public, Church, and commercial buildings in Texas, Oklahoma, and Iowa.
Dick and Mary enjoyed extensive travel in the United States as well as Europe, Egypt, China and Mexico. He retired in 1990 to paint, write and travel.
In addition to his wife, Mary, he is survived by five children: Steven (Adele) of Knoxville, Tenn, Thomas of Tulsa, Okla., John (Lisa) of Lakewood, Colo, Holly (Chuck) Kellogg of Ames and Lisa LaFleur of Weatherford, Texas; eleven wonderful grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Harrison H. and R. Thomas.
It was his good fortune to know love, accept challenge and to achieve for most of his life. His glass was always half full.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Collegiate United Methodist Church/Endowment Fund.
Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences and photos may be shared at adamssoderstrum.com
Mary Young
September 19, 1927-December 7, 2018
Mary Elizabeth (Stevens) Young, 91, of Ames died Friday, Dec. 7. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Dec. 15 at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames.
Mary was born Sept. 19, 1927, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the only child of Dwight Elton and Ruth Roberta (Anderson) Stevens. A move in 1939 brought the family to Stillwater, Okla.
On July 31, 1948, she graduated from Oklahoma A&M College with a bachelor’s of arts degree, and the next day she married Edmund Richard (Dick) Young III. From Fort Worth, Texas, where they lived from 1949-53, they returned to Stillwater until their move to Ames in 1970.
Mary taught in the art department at Oklahoma State University part-time in the late 1960s and did post graduate work at OSU and Iowa State University. She was an artist working in multiple media. Her work was an authentic expression founded in the writings of others, the natural world, and her faith. (A number of her works are displayed throughout Collegiate United Methodist Church and Northcrest Community.)
An inquiring and contemplative mind, a warm and engaging hospitable outlook, and actively maintained relationships with friends and family were characteristics of her life. Her involvement at Collegiate United Methodist Church was very meaningful to her through small groups, Stephens Ministry, Sunday school and more.
Mary and Dick enjoyed extensive travel in the United States as well as Europe, Egypt, China, Mexico and Canada. Painting was the focus of some of those trips.
She is survived by her children, Steven (Adele), of Knoxville, Tenn., Thomas, of Tulsa, Okla., John (Lisa), of Lakewood, Colo., Holly (Chuck) Kellogg, of Ames, and Lisa LaFleur, of Weatherford, Texas; 11 wonderful grandchildren; and four (plus one on the way) great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death were her parents and husband, Dick Young.
The family extends a special thank you to Northcrest Community Health Care Unit for the extraordinary care both Mary and Dick received from them.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Collegiate United Methodist Church/Endowment Fund or to Northcrest Community.
Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences and photos may be shared at adamssoderstrum.com.
Tribute by Holly Kellogg, daughter of Dick and Mary Young
Today, I have the privilege of honoring both of my parents, Dick and Mary Young. When Dad died last June, my parents were just shy of 70 years of marriage.
Mother followed him in death on Dec 7th and it seems fitting for me to remember them as a couple.
Dad, Edmund Richard Young 111 was born in Sandsprings, Ok on Jan 2, 1923 and Mother, Mary Elizabeth Stevens was born in Cincinnati, Oh on Sept 19, 1927. Her parents were from Ok and they returned to live there during her childhood.
So the story of our family coming to Ames in Aug 1970 is about ISU, because Dad was hired as an Assist Prof in the Arch dept. He was promoted to Assoc Prof in 1974 and in his later years at ISU he had administrative duties as well. I believe he was Assistant to the department head.
Coming to Iowa, Dick left behind partnership in a Stillwater Architectural firm and a position on the Oklahoma State University faculty. He preferred teaching and looked for a program that was a better fit for him. ISU was it and he was very happy about his choice to come here.
The move for Mother was more difficult. We lived on pecan tree shaded acreage in a house Dad had designed. She had a large art studio there. She left her parents, her Dad ill with cancer, and 30 years worth of friends. But it was like her to make the best of things and she never grumbled and she made friends here. In Ames we moved into a ‘tract’ home on Linden Drive. She conceded to live in that home for 5 years, with the condition that Dad design and build a home for them, which he did.
Mary, an artist always learning, attended Iowa State for several years with the intent of earning a Masters degree in painting. There she was introduced to paper making, a media she thoroughly enjoyed. As an artist she was very reflective and her work was uniquely hers.
What stands out most about my parents was their engagement in life, and a sense of adventure. They spent 5 months traveling throughout Europe on a sabbatical for Dad with just a carryon size suitcase each. Many other trips occurred over the years and there was always a joyful eagerness that my dad particularly expressed.
They were warm, hospitable, and genuine. I don’t recall my mother ever speaking ill of anyone.
Dad had great admiration for our Mother and he showed the depth of his love in the way that he cared for her while she lived with growing dementia. And mother, she started it all by asking him out for a coke date on Sadie Hawkins day while they were in college.
The picture that I am left with is, them in their later days. In which they sat on each side of a table in their room at the Healthcare portion of Northcrest Community, their chairs angled towards each other. Dad was unable to walk and they couldn’t quite reach to hold hands, but Mom would look at him and say, “Guess What?... I love you”. And Dad’s face would soften, his eyes aglow, and he would answer, “I love you too”.
Gordon Youngquist
November 13, 1936-April 13, 2019
Gordon Youngquist, 82, passed away peacefully after a long illness on April 13, 2019. Born on Friday, Nov. 13, 1936, on Minnesota’s Iron Range, Gordon was a son of the late Elof and Hilma Youngquist and the (ex) husband of the late Sharon Youngquist.
He is survived by his three daughters, Lynn Youngquist, of Minneapolis, Chris Riley, her husband, Glenn, and two grandchildren, Ashley and Andrew, of Pepperell, Mass., and Lisa Schedin, her husband, David, and two grandchildren, Annika and Alexa, of Edina, Minn.
We’ll all remember Gordon’s bright blue eyes, his love of music, the outdoors and travel, and his energy and athleticism.
Gordon had a lifelong career in chemical engineering education and research at Iowa State and Clarkson Universities. He won several awards for his work, including Iowa State’s Outstanding Professor Award in 1988 and the Distinguished Teaching Award at Clarkson University in 1978.
Philip Zaring
July 29, 1932-April 30, 2019
Philip B. Zaring, age 86, of Ames, passed away on April 30, 2019 at Northcrest Community in Ames.
Born July 29, 1932 to Byron Zaring and Florence Brewer Zaring in Soda Springs, ID. He moved frequently as a boy because his father worked in several western cities during the Depression, and served as a surgeon in the Army during World War 2. Byron and Florence eventually settled in Columbus, Indiana, where Philip graduated from high school. He received his BA from Indiana University in 1955, then traveled widely and served as a lieutenant in the Army after graduation. He earned his Ph.D. in history from Yale in 1966, where he completed his dissertation “In Defense of the Past: The House of Lords, 1860-1886.”
Philip then joined the History Department at Iowa State University, where he taught until taking emeritus status in 1999. He loved teaching and reading about history, and relished challenging his students to open themselves to the humanities. Philip was also an art and architecture lover, meticulous gourmet cook, relentless gardener, passionate Democrat, and driver on epic family vacations in the West.
He met Jane Thomas in graduate school and they married in Llanfabon, Wales in 1966. She survives him, as do his sons David (Jacoba Johnson), born in 1969, and Noah (Nhu An Tran), born in 1971, and four grandchildren, Elias and Phoebe (children of David), and Isabel and Philip (children of Noah). David joined his father’s profession, and now teaches financial regulation and administrative law at the Wharton School in Philadelphia. Noah became a diplomat, and is the Political Affairs Counselor at the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Philip served on the board of Ames Town and Gown, and traveled widely on four continents. He lived in Ames from the time he joined Iowa State to his death, with the exception of a year spent studying the architecture of Wells Cathedral in Somerset, UK.
The memorial service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, May 6, 2019 at St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church in Ames. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in the St. John’s Columbarium.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for the family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Philip’s name may be directed to St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church or Northcrest Community Foundation.
Tribute by his colleague, Simon Cordery
Professor Emeritus Philip Zaring (1932-2019)
Professor Emeritus Philip Zaring, who passed away in Ames on April 30 2019, spent his entire teaching career in the History Department at Iowa State University, where he taught for thirty-three years.
Philip was born in Soda Springs, Idaho in 1932. After a number of moves (Philip’s father Byron served as an army surgeon in the Second World War) the family settled in Columbus, Indiana. Philip received his undergraduate degree from the University of Indiana in 1955 and followed his father into the military, reaching the rank of lieutenant. But he never forgot his love of history and began graduate studies at Yale University. Philip’s Ph.D dissertation – ‘In Defence of the Past: The House of Lords, 1860-1886’ – was completed in 1966. Jane Thomas met Philip in graduate school and they married in her native Wales also in 1966. The newly-weds moved to Ames shortly after Philip took up his position at Iowa State.
Philip was a gifted teacher. His many students will remember him for his passion for history and the humanities and his gentle but steadfast teaching manner. His two-semester course covering English history always attracted students in large numbers. One of them recently remembered Philip as “warm, gentle, generous, and very intelligent man.” It was in his teaching that Philip saw his most important opportunity to communicate and instill his life-long enthusiasm for British history and culture. He had many interests but the one that came to absorb his attention was the history and architecture of Wells Cathedral in Somerset, England. He and Jane spent a memorable year there where Philip perfected his expertise on one of England’s loveliest cathedrals.
Philip became Professor Emeritus in 1999, allowing him and Jane to travel even more widely in four continents. Many will remember their devotion to supporting the Ames Town and Gown classical music series where Philip served on the board. Friends will remember his superb cooking and table-talk on his abiding love for history, art, architecture, and gardening. He is survived by Jane, his sons David (a professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School) and Noah (a diplomat), and four grandchildren.
Hilary Ziebold
May 15, 1942-July 28, 2018
Hilary Joy Ziebold, age 76, of Ames passed away Saturday, July 28 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames. A gathering will be Sunday, August 5, 2018 2- 3:30 p.m. with a time for reflections at 3:30 p.m. at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa.
Hilary was born on May 15, 1942 in Grosse Pointe, Michigan the daughter of Carl and Sophie Stach. She received her Bachelor's of Education degree from the University of Toledo in 1963. She married Jim Ziebold on August 15, 1964 in Fremont, Ohio. They moved to Ames, Iowa January 1965.
Hilary was an educator working in Gilbert and Ames High School where she worked in the special needs department. She was instrumental in starting the Ames High Special Needs Swim Team and coached Special Olympics at the State and National level until retiring in 2006. In 1991, Hilary received the Iowa Special Olympics Outstanding Coach of the Year award. She was chosen to be a coach at the inaugural national Special Olympics competition.
In 2009 Hilary and husband Jim became "Winter Texans" in the Rio Grande Valley area at the Victoria Palms Resort in Donna, Texas. She led the party bridge activities and found time to teach both formal beginning and advanced party bridge classes.
Hilary and her daughter Kymm, taught swimming lessons at their house. She was a tremendous cook sharing that passion with her son Eric. She loved reading, spending time with her family, playing bridge and her bag was always packed ready to travel.
Hilary is survived by her husband, Jim Ziebold, her daughter, Kymm (Mark) Salwasser, son Eric (Cẻila) Ziebold, grandchildren Taylor, Jena Salwasser and Adele Ziebold, and a sister, Noreen Daniels.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Bliss Cancer Center of Ames or Camp Courageous of Iowa.