Memorial Day Remembrance

OBITUARIES AND TRIBUTES Clicking on the letter or name will take you to the desired section A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T V W Y Z

A JoAnn Adair June 3, 1930 – March 3, 2020 Mary Arend May 26, 1932 – July 26, 2020 Mary Atherly January 8, 1937 – October 21, 2019 Mabel Auld January 28, 1918 – October 1, 2020 Hector Avalos October 8, 1958 – April 12, 2021

B Mardith Baenziger October 20, 1945 – September 9, 2019 Howard Bair September 16, 1942 – February 20, 2020 Thomas Barta June 29, 1935 – May 16, 2019 Charlotte Bennett September 26, 1942 – March 24, 2021 Jeffrey Berger June 28, 1943 – February 11, 2020 Carol Bishop July 28, 1938 – January 24, 2021 Joan Bishop January 14, 1936 – August 21, 2019 Donald Bjelland Unknown – January 2, 2021 John Boehm March 7, 1950 – May 7, 2019 William Bogue August 26, 1946 – May 5, 2019 Eldon Boswell July 31, 1933 – November 13, 2020 Norman Boyles November 17, 1931 – August 1, 2020 Mary Jo Brearley March 3, 1930 – March 23, 2020 Jerald Bright December 11, 1954 – August 18, 2020 Joyce Brink May 28, 1933 – July 15, 2020 Betty Brown October 27, 1921 – May 11, 2020 Robert Brown April 25, 1926 – August 10, 2020 Barbara Buffington June 4, 1920 – April 9, 2020 N. Laurence Burkhalter June 30, 1920 – October 15, 2019 Janice Burkhart November 11, 1928 – December 25, 2019 Marlene Burkheimer October 22, 1950 – December 4, 2019 William Buss October 7, 1927 – August 12, 2019 Donna Butler January 18, 1936 – December 14, 2020

C Cynthia Campbell January 1, 1955 – December 30, 2019 Mildred Chapman October 19, 1929 – December 27, 2017 Diane Childs July 11, 1944 – September 3, 2019 Ki Dong Cho October 27, 1932 – November 12, 2017 Sok Sun Cho April 1, 1934 – December 13, 2006 George Christensen February 21, 1924 – August 1, 2020 Robert Christensen August 17, 1951 – June 16, 2019 Elmer Clayton December 19, 1919 – February 1, 2020 Donna Cleasby November 25, 1928 – June 14, 2019 John “Jack” Cleasby March 1, 1928 – March 24, 2021 Robert Cody February 23, 1935 – June 12, 2019 Bettina “Tina” Compton May 21, 1938 – July 30, 2020 William Cook April 12, 1929 – February 4, 2021 Joanna Courteau January 1, 1900 – July 5, 2020 Harold Crawford February 9, 1925 – May 27, 2020 John Creswell February 21, 1940 – October 9, 2020 Phyllis Cunningham August 23, 1933 – March 22, 2021 James Curell February 2, 1953 – April 19, 2020

D Patricia Dale May 19, 1940 – September 22, 2019 Charlotte Davis March 10, 1941 – January 8, 2020 Nancy Dean March 25, 1936 – August 28, 2019 Paul Doak January 5, 1929 – May 12, 2019

E Luanne Endreland November 7, 1953 – August 12, 2020 Paul Eness August 25, 1934 – August 31, 2020 Willis Enquist July 16, 1928 – September 17, 2019 Marcia Even February 1, 1935 – July 18, 2018 F Hester Fassel Unknown – October 8, 2020 Audrey Fawcett January 5, 1932 – August 24, 2020 Jack Ferguson June 29, 1933 – December 6, 2019 Robert Ferguson November 14, 1932 – September 19, 2020 Janet Fisher July 26, 1947 – August 6, 2019 Charles “Chuck” Frederiksen November 3, 1930 – February 3, 2021 Albert Freeman March 16, 1931 – March 21, 2020 Veryl Fritz February 13, 1928 – October 16, 2020

G Arnold “Arnie” Gaarde January 13, 1935 – May 2, 2021 Linda Galyon April 29, 1933 – October 2, 2019 Julia Gamon February 9, 1933 – October 30, 2020 Duane Godfrey March 15, 1938 – May 7, 2019 Lynn Graham November 16, 1944 – September 13, 2019 Carol Greiner September 26, 1929 – January 4, 2020 Dallas Gummert August 23, 1936 – May 21, 2020 Margaret “Peggy” Gurau April 1, 1939 – January 17, 2021

H Emanuel Hager February 20, 1925 – August 15, 1995 Michael Hamilton September 29, 1955 – December 12, 2019 Beverly Hammer November 2, 1934 – June 14, 2020 Darlene Harl January 8, 1933 – January 2, 2020 Sheldon Haugen March 27, 1947 – July 10, 2020 Richard Heggen January 3, 1931 – December 3, 2020 Glenn Hillesland April 20, 1923 – January 12, 2020 Laurent Hodges Unknown – April 29, 2020 Janet Hoff August 19, 1930 – June 5, 2019 John Homer, Jr. June 29, 1935 – May 16, 2020 Hsung–Cheng Hsieh February 24, 1929 – December 2, 2019 Vicki Hubby May 22, 1954 – March 28, 2021 Wallace “Wally” Huffman September 22, 1943 – June 10, 2020 Wallace Hutchison September 17, 1930 – June 23, 2019

I Murlin Iles December 4, 1936 – December 13, 2020

J Thomas Jellinger September 17, 1923 – March 2, 2020 Maxine Jensen August 26, 1922 – October 21, 2019 W. John Johnson April 13, 1931 – April 28, 2020 Mervin Johnston January 9, 1951 – January 24, 2020 K Berdine Kaeberle June 19, 1933 – June 22, 2019 Marvin Katzer February 8, 1935 – January 27, 2018 Rupert Kenyon Jr. April 24, 1926 – May 28, 2020 Karl Robert “Bob” Kern December 31, 1923 – September 2, 2020 Dean King December 22, 1937 – August 16, 2019 Eva Kinstle December 13, 1936 – April 6, 2020 Dorothy Kiser January 12, 1921 – November 12, 2019 Julius Kopplin February 6, 1925 – August 28, 2020 Richard Kottman March 2, 1932 – January 1, 2021 John Kozak Unknown – January 13, 2021

L Judith Lacasa August 10, 1936 – June 17, 2020 John Laflen August 31, 1936 – November 20, 2020 Eleanor “Sari” Lamberts May 12, 1941 – January 24, 2021 Judith “Judy” Larson April 25, 1933 – January 2, 2021 Nick Lauter December 13, 1972 – January 7, 2021 Joseph Legg May 22, 1928 – September 22, 2019 Jane Lenahan March 8, 1953 – March 8, 1953 Patricia Lersten August 11, 1936 – September 29, 2019 Carol Lindgren October 10, 1947 – July 7, 2019 Roger Lively May 14, 1937 – July 28, 2019 Dudley Luckett September 10, 1928 – January 24, 2020 Alice Lumadue June 21, 1931 – November 7, 2020

M Donald Maakestad July 22, 1929 – May 2, 2019 Betty Mackey January 31, 1926 – November 12, 2020 Lyle Mackey January 1, 1900 – September 4, 2020 Rowena Malone August 6, 1915 – May 17, 2020 Floyd Manwiller May 8, 1934 – December 4, 2020 Katherine Mason May 5, 1939 – March 12, 2020 Joan Mattingly May 30, 1940 – January 10, 2020 Mary Mayfield February 4, 1938 – September 3, 2020 Billy McCall, Sr. April 28, 1936 – January 19, 2021 John “Terry” McConnell August 29, 1929 – June 29, 2020 John McCully, Jr. March 14, 1935 – June 25, 2020 James “Jerry” McGinnis July 14, 1938 – April 21, 2021 Terry McGinnis November 27, 1951 – March 4, 2021 Robert McIntire February 22, 1936 – May 30, 2019 Viola McKim January 23, 1927 – February 16, 2020 Joy Menne August 23, 1927 – June 11, 2020 Georgia Miller July 18, 1935 – February 7, 2020 Kevin Moeller October 1, 1958 – March 14, 2020 David Moore June 11, 1948 – September 17, 2020 Joel Moses January 23, 1944 – September 28, 2019 Loren Muench October 4, 1931 – November 29, 2020 Charles Mulford October 28, 1932 – August 6, 2019 Richard Munster August 16, 1928 – November 13, 2019 Margaret Murray Unknown – April 13, 2006 Joseph Musil November 20, 2020 – April 30, 2020

N Barbara Negri September 1, 1950 – January 30, 2021 Robert Nichols March 28, 1932 – May 29, 2020 Anna Nilsson June 10, 1924 – March 9, 2021

O February 25, 1960 – November 7, 2020 Teresa “Teri” O’Brien September 8, 1942 – August 13, 2019 Gary Osweiler

P John Pace September 17, 1925 – October 28, 2019 Paul Palmer January 16, 1928 – March 10, 2019 Betty Pepper November 26, 1925 – December 3, 2019 Ronald Peters September 4, 1938 – June 17, 2019 Sara (Sally) Peterson August 23, 1926 – November 17, 2019 Lois Pies August 11, 1930 – May 10, 2018 Allan Potter May 9, 1930 – May 8, 2019

R R. Rajagopalan December 3, 1953 – March 19, 2021 Connie Rasmussen May 5, 1933 – February 10, 2020 Cleve Redmond November 11, 1957 – May 31, 2020 James Redmond July 14, 1949 – May 11, 2020 Larry Reed October 19, 1933 – January 7, 2020 Nancy Reilly December 12, 1953 – September 22, 2020 Mary Reinitz October 23, 1941 – November 13, 2020 Mary Ann Rich May 15, 1929 – July 19, 2019 Helen Ritland September 14, 1921 – May 6, 2020 Frank Rizzo April 20, 1938 – April 11, 2020 Roxana Robertson December 6, 1922 – October 15, 2019 Josephine Rosauer February 15, 1935 – September 13, 2020 William “Bill” Runyan June 24, 1931 – December 25, 2020 S Dennis “Denny” Sailsbury September 24, 1942 – March 6, 2021 Angelina Salisbury Unknown – Unknown Maurice Salisbury December 1, 1931 – August 14, 2001 Leo Schneider February 5, 1925 – January 18, 2021 Bruce Schuller December 24, 1946 – February 28, 2021 A. Elaine Schwartz March 29, 1936 – April 3, 2019 Evelyn (Toni) Schwartz October 29, 1918 – December 14, 2018 Mark Shamblin July 20, 1954 – March 23, 2020 Dennis Shannon January 16, 1947 – March 31, 2021 Gerald Shebel Unknown – May 13, 2021 Donald Shuey March 17, 1932 – October 22, 2019 Kelle Sickerson Unknown – February 27, 2021 Kenneth Smith February 26, 1934 – June 2, 2019 Richard Smith January 24, 1944 – December 17, 2020 Shannon Smith September 17, 1963 – September 23, 2019 Phyllis Soderstrum July 12, 1920 – September 24, 2020 Mary Sutton May 21, 1959 – November 25, 2020 Lora Sweet–Jones April 30, 1940 – January 17, 2021 Jerome Symons July 24, 1933 – December 6, 2019

T Patricia “Pat” Thiel February 20, 1953 – September 7, 2020 Thomas Thielen October 10, 1934 – March 23, 2020 Clyde Thogmartin June 15, 1940 – March 10, 2020 June Thomason June 1, 1918 – October 19, 2009 John Timmons November 2, 1946 – February 16, 2021 Ted Tostlebe November 30, 1925 – August 25, 2020

V Beverly Van Fossen October 27, 1932 – February 2, 2020 Frances Vaughn Unknown – October 12, 2016 Daniel Veeder February 25, 1927 – November 15, 2020

W Ruth Wagoner May 10, 1931 – December 16, 2019 Bobbie Warman November 24, 1927 – October 25, 2019 Richard Warren December 4, 1930 – April 23, 2021 Darlyne Warrings June 21, 1944 – February 5, 2020 Carl Westberg March 1, 1928 – November 15, 2020 Helen Wiant February 25, 1926 – August 22, 2020 Gary Wiggins November 24, 1943 – November 26, 2020 Martha “Marrie” Williams June 27, 1937 – March 3, 2021 Constance “Connie” Wilson December 27, 1947 – February 23, 2021 Royce Winge August 23, 1937 – April 8, 2021 Fred Wohn October 19, 1940 – November 5, 2019 Corinne Wolins August 30, 1927 – October 20, 2019

Y Jerry Young August 19, 1934 – August 16, 2020

Z Suzanne Zaffarano September 4, 1926 – August 20, 2019 Jerel Zarestky September 8, 1951 – October 7, 2020 Delores Zea August 18, 1937 – November 10, 2020

A special thank you to Green Hills Retirement Community for their ongoing support of the ISU Retirees and proving packets of flower seeds for each family, ISU Horticulture for the flower boxes placed at the ISU Cemetery, and to the President’s Office for financial support. JoAnn Adair June 3, 1930 – March 3, 2020

A Celebration of Life for JoAnn Adair, 84, of Story City formerly of Fort Dodge, will be 11:00 AM on Satur- day, March 7, 2020, at the Gunderson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Brian Bopp, Hospice Chaplain of Suncrest Iowa Health and Hospice officiating. A time of gathering for family and friends will be from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday at the Gunderson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. A private burial will be held in North Lawn Cemetery in Fort Dodge.

JoAnn Arlene Tesdall, the daughter of Arthur and Mable Tesdall, was born June 3, 1935, in Story City and graduated from Story City High School. In 1954, she married Maynard Adair and they moved to Fort Dodge in 1960.

JoAnn was a very hard worker and helped her husband provide for their family. She worked as a secretary in Fort Dodge for the Iowa State University Extension Office and later worked at the Ames extension office retiring in January of 1993.

In her younger years, JoAnn enjoyed being part of a bowling league. She enjoyed baking, cooking, reading and playing cards. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren have fond memories of playing cards with her. Her husband enjoyed gardening and she would can everything that he grew. Maynard died June 25, 1998. For the past several years JoAnn was a resident of the Eastern Star Mason Home in Boone, She passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the Eastern Star Mason Home surrounded by her family.

Survivors include her three children, Dean (Becky) Adair of Garfield, Arkansas, Timothy Adair of Webster City and Darla Mosbach (special friend Mark) of Webster City; six grandchildren and ten great grandchild; and her sister Leota Berg of Jewell. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters Marjorie Dale and Ruth Stark and her brother Eugene Tesdall. Mary Arends May 26, 1932 – July 26, 2020

Mary June Arends, 88, went home to be with her savior on July 26, 2020 after a short stay at the Madrid Home in Madrid, Iowa.

Mary was born to William (Bill) and Ida Stone on May 26, 1932 in Story County. She attended Cameron Country School as a child and graduated from Gilbert High School in 1949. She married Merlin Arends on March 15, 1951. Mary and Merlin had 4 children in which Mary served her family with love and faithful- ness. She was a hard worker and in addition to raising her children, would often help with field work and chores. Mary worked at Iowa State University for 25 years and was well respected by those she worked alongside.

Mary enjoyed traveling with family and serving in their church, Calvary Baptist in Webster City, Iowa. During Mary and Merlin’s years at Calvary Baptist, they helped with the youth group, vacation bible school, and AWANA. Mary trusted Jesus as her personal savior as a young girl and the reflection of Jesus was seen in her sweet spirit.

Mary faithfully loved and cared for her husband, Merlin, until he went home to be with the Lord in 1999. She moved from the family farm in January of 2018 to Huxley, Iowa.

Mary is survived by her son, Bill (Harriet) of Huxley, Iowa; her daughter, Linda (Randy) Davis of North Lib- erty, Iowa. Grandchildren: Will (Dawn) Arends, Jeremy (Kamber) Arends, Felicia Davis, Tonya Davis, Greg Mostrom, Ben Mostrom; 10 great–grandchildren and 2 nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Merlin Arends; her parents, Bill and Ida Stone; her sister, Marjorie Dahl; her daughter, Sheila Sue Arends; her daughter, Sandra Riggs; her grandson, David Robert- son.

Funeral services will be held at Slater Baptist Church, 601 Story St., Slater, Iowa on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM with a brief visitation before the service at from 1–2:00 PM. Graveside services will be held at Lawn Hill Cemetery in Stanhope, Iowa. Memorials may be given to the Baptist Children’s Home and condolences may be shared at www.optfuneral.com of facebook.com/optfuneral. Mary Atherly January 8, 1937 – October 21, 2019

Mary E. Atherly, of Ames, Iowa enjoyed a long life and left this world on Oct 21st at the age of 82 as a result of Multiple System Atrophy. Mary, the first of 6 children of Dolores and Michael Klitch, was born January 8, 1937, at St. Margaret’s hospital in Hammond, Indiana just 45 minutes before her grandmother Mary Bogner’s birthday on January 9.

Mary was baptized at All Saints Church in Hammond where she later attended the church’s school. At All Saints School Mary took music lessons from her aunt, Sister Anita Clare and played the organ at the school Chapel. During her youth her father’s job took them to Ohio and Pennsylvania and later in 1948 to Kalamazoo, Michigan. There, Mary attended Mattawan School where, unknown to her at the time, she would meet her future husband, Alan Gerald Atherly. She later transferred to St. Augustine School in Ka- lamazoo. During her teen years Mary’s family moved to Florence, Alabama where Mary attended Coffee High School. After her family returned to Kalamazoo, she graduated from St. Augustine High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan in June, 1954.

On August 29, 1959 Mary and Alan exchanged wedding vows at St. Thomas Moore Chapel at Western Michigan University. Following Alan’s graduation in January 1960, they moved to Chapel Hill, North Caroli- na where Alan attended graduate school while Mary worked at the North Carolina Memorial Hospital and attended classes in the evening. Mary said Alan’s graduation gift was his daughter Jill Elizabeth who was born November 24, 1964. Following Alan’s graduation, they moved to Cleveland, Ohio and on to Eugene, Oregon in 1966 before settling in Ames, Iowa in August 1968.

Mary continued taking classes and received her bachelor’s degree in 1971 from Western Michigan University. She and Alan took great joy in bringing home their son, Todd Alan who was born February 24, 1970. During her children’s young years, Mary began volunteering at Crawford School and the League of Women Voters. She served on the Ames–ISU Bikeway Committee before running for 3rd Ward City Coun- cil seat which she won in 1978 and again in 1982. During these years Mary served as Mayor Goodland’s Mayor–Pro–Tem for 6 years, on the Ames–ISU Transit Board and several other council committees.

She chose not to run for City Council again after serving 8 years and instead turned her attention to her position at the University Museums at Iowa State University. During her 22 years at the University Mu- seums Mary was able to take time to research the origins of the college’s Farm House National Historic Landmark and people who lived there.This research resulted in two published editions of her book “Farm House: College Farm to University Museums.” Mary Atherly January 8, 1937 – October 21, 2019

Mary learned to play golf and tennis late in life and thoroughly enjoyed playing doubles with her husband and friends at the Ames Racquet Club. Her enthusiasm was slightly dampened by an accidental fall which resulted in two broken shoulders followed by a complete replacement of her right shoulder in her 70’s. She then took on both golf and tennis as a spectator sport.

Mary retired from the University Museums in December 2001. She and Alan began traveling to Florida in the winter months and after Alan retired, became world travelers. Mary completed her “Bucket wish list” well before her final days visiting over 70 countries. She enjoyed ballroom dancing with her husband and duplicate bridge (obtaining over 100 master points). She also served on the boards of the Reiman Gardens Cohorts and Ames Historical Society where Mary Atherly January 8, 1937 – October 21, 2019 she received The Farwell T. Brown Award, in August of 2019. An avid researcher she traced both sides of her family history to the 1600.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Alan, of 60 years; daughter Jill Miller (David Miller), granddaughters Rachel and Nicole Miller; son Todd Atherly (Robin White) grandsons Thomas and Michael; sisters Pat Sprague (Bill) of Richland, Michigan and, sisters–in–law Peg Klitch, Kalamazoo, Michigan and Maria Klitch of Jacksonville, Florida and Lindsay Atherly of Portland, Oregon. She was preceded in death by her sister Diane Butler, parents, brothers Michael, Thomas and Eddie John. At her request, her body has been cremated and will eventually rest with her husband Alan.

Tribute by her husband, Alan Atherly

ISU work experience: Mary worked at The Brunnier Art Gallery as Curator, but was primarily responsible for the Farmhouse Museum. She wrote a book on the Museum “Farm House: college farm to University museum” and is still widely used.

Highlight of their employment: She was awarded The Superior Service Award in 1995 by the Alumni Assoc, in recognition of her many contributions to ISU and and the Brunnier Gallery.

Personal memory: Mary was dedicated to helping the University museums, and was gracious to all her volunteers andco– workers. All who worked for her remember her fondly.

Other thoughts to share: Mary was awarded many honors, and some among them was the Farwell T. Brown Award by the Ames Historical Society for her exceptional service to the Ames Historical Society. Mary also was elected to the Ames City Council, serving for 8 years, and serving her community. She loved Ames and Iowa State University, and served both proudly. Mabel Auld January 28, 1918 – October 1, 2020

Mabel Auld, 102, of Roland died October 1, 2020 at Bethany Life Community. Funeral services will be Mon- day October 5 at 2 pm at Bergen Lutheran Church in Roland. Masks are required. Burial will follow in the Roland Cemetery. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at the church.

Mabel was born on January 28, 1918 in Promise City, Iowa to Alfred Landon and Edith Irene (Bauman) McMurray. She married James Auld in March 10, 1944. He passed away on June 30, 2008.

Mabel worked as a secretary for Mass Mutual Life Insurance, Donnelley’s of Nevada, Ames In–Cross and then at the poultry farm at Iowa State.

She was a member of Friends–n–Service, Bergen Lutheran Church, a 500 Card Club and the Roland American Legion Aux. Mabel enjoyed playing Bridge and was well known for her kringla and cookies. She enjoyed canoeing and fishing trips, traveling with Jim and especially babysitting and playing with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mabel is survived her two sons, Dennis M. (Kimberly) of Roland and John A. (Mary) of Colorado Springs, CO; her daughter, Shirley J. (Walter) Johnson of Roanoke, VA; seven grandchildren, Dina (Chris) Cree , Trisha (John) Tjarks, Landon (Sarah) Auld, Riley (Carissa) Auld of Roland, Glen (Denise) Johnson, Wade (Emily) Johnson, James (Amzette) Auld and Beverly (Mike) Feldman; 12 great grandchildren, Emma, Han- nah, Janesha, Jordan, Kolbi, Evelyn, Daniel, Luke, Jacob, Hannah, Caroline and Andrew.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Auld and nine brothers and sisters. Hector Avalos October 8, 1958 – April 12, 2021

Avalos was born in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico on October 8, 1958. His early education began in an elementary school in Mexico and continued in Glendale, Arizona. Later he attended Glendale Community College.

While a student at the University of Arizona, he contracted Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis requiring him to drop out of his degree program in Anthropology in 1978. He battled with this disease and/or complications from it until the end of his life. More than once, his medical doctors advised him to put his affairs in order, but scientific discoveries and new treatments allowed him to continue. Dr. Anthony Fauci developed a medical regime that improved his life and going forward, he was joyous every time he saw Dr. Fauci. Avalos also had admiration for his medical team at the McFarland Clinic in Ames, Iowa, and felt that they are some of our finest medical professionals.

He returned to the University of Arizona in 1980, and proceeded to pass out of classes allowing him to make up lost time. He completed his sophomore, junior, and senior years in three semesters. He stayed another year to pursue a master’s degree in anthropology (though he never did finish it).

He was awarded a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard Divinity School. In 1991 he received a Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible and Northwest Semitic Philology from Harvard’s Department of Near Eastern Lan- guages and Civilizations.

After graduating from Harvard, he moved to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he had appointments in anthropology and religious studies.

Dr. Avalos joined the Religious Studies faculty at Iowa State University in 1993 and founded the US Lati- no/a Studies Program. He was named Professor of the Year in 1996, and he won the Outstanding Profes- sor Award in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences in the same year. He was the first recipient (1996) of the Early Excellence in Research and Creative Activity Award, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He won a Master Teacher in 2003–04 in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He also won the Re- gents Award for Faculty Excellence in 2016 for helping to develop the US Latino/a Studies Program. Other awards include a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Iowa Atheists and Freethinkers in 2016, and the first Hispanic American Freethinkers Lifetime Achievement Award in Washington D.C. in 2018, and was inducted to the Iowa Latino Hall of Fame in 2019.

In addition, he co–founded the ISU Atheist and Agnostic Society in 1999, which primarily serves students who do not use religion as a way to live in this world. Hector Avalos October 8, 1958 – April 12, 2021

Even with his health troubles, he managed to write The Reality of Religious Violence: From Biblical to Mod- ern Times (2019); The Bad Jesus: The Ethics of New Testament Ethics (2015); Slavery, Abolitionism, and the Ethics of Biblical Scholarship (2011); This Abled Body: Rethinking Disabilities in Biblical Studies co–edited with Sarah Melcher and Jeremy Schipper (2007); The End of Biblical Studies (2007); Strangers in our Own Land: Religion in U.S. Latina/o Literature (2005); Fighting Words: The Origins of Religious Violence (2005); Introduction to the U.S. Latina and Latino Religious Experience (Editor 2004); ¿Se puede saber si Dios existe? (2003); Health Care and the Rise of Christianity (1999); Illness and Health Care in the Ancient Near East: The Role of The Temple in Greece, Mesopotamia, and Israel, Harvard Semitic Monographs 54(1995).

His nonbook published work was wide–ranging and included ancient health care, biblical studies, ethics, science and religion, and U.S. Latino literature. He was proud to be one of the few openly atheist biblical scholars in academia.

His successful career was due to his grandmother, Maria Refugio Avalos (January 6, 1916 to January 6, 2002), who was his primary caregiver. His mother, Magdalena Avalos Bernal, and stepfather, Ramon Bernal, were equally important.

Dr. Avalos is survived by his first wife, Lisa Avalos, who was instrumental to him, and he felt grateful to her. They remained good friends.

Cynthia Avalos, his current wife, was the love of his life, and they were each other’s best friends. Additional- ly, he is survived by many beloved former students and supporters.

A memorial service is being planned for early fall 2021. His body has been cremated, and his remains will be interred at the Iowa State University Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to the Vasculitis Foundation, representing those who suffer from various diseases affecting blood vessels, including Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and also known as Wegener’s Granulomatosis, the illness that Avalos endured since about 1978.

You are invited to share your memories at a celebration of the life of Dr. Hector Avalos, Sunday August 15, 2021 from 1 – 5 PM in the Campanile Room of the Memorial Union on the Iowa State University Campus.

Religious Studies faculty at Iowa State University in 1993 and founded the US Latino/a Studies Program. Mardith Baenziger October 20, 1945 – September 9, 2019

In Memory of Mardith (Mardy) Baenziger, Ph.D., P.E.

Mardith (Mardy) Baenziger’s professional career was one of firsts. She was the first–ever female recipient of a National Defense Fellowship, and in 1986 she was one of only three women engineering faculty alongside 201 tenured men in ISU’s College of Engineering.

Mardy was born in Ames, IA, on October 20, 1945. It was a Homecoming Weekend day and the Iowa State football team was victorious over Nebraska. She grew up in Iowa City and graduated from Iowa City High in 1963. She passed away on September 9, 2019.

Mardith Baenziger was the eighth and final Iowa Alpha recipient of the Tau Beta Pi Woman’s Badge, graduating from Iowa State with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering in 1968 and a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering in 1969. From 1970 to 1975 she worked as an engineer and project engineer for a consulting engineering firm in Akron, Ohio, mainly involved in commercial, institutional and light industrial structures. In 1976 she moved to Wisconsin to attend graduate school at the University of WisconsinMad- ison, where she was also a teaching assistant and instructor. When she started work on her doctorate degree, her sons were 1 and 3 years of age. She commuted three hours to school each day, while continuing to do all of the cooking, cleaning, laundry and raising of her children.

She received her Ph.D. from Wisconsin in 1983. After receiving her PhD, she returned to Iowa State Univer- sity as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering in 1981. She became a tenured faculty member at ISU in 1986.

She taught several courses in the Engineering College and the Department of Civil, Construction and Envi- ronmental Engineering (CCEE), mostly in the area of Structural Engineering. A measure of her success in this regard was the 1985 ISU Faculty Award she received for Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Service in Civil Engineering.

Her main areas of professional interest included structural dynamics and analysis, computer methods of analysis and design, computer graphics and engineering education.

the various disciplines of civil engineering in the duration of the design of the project. The projects included a wide range of topics, including, for example, recreation areas and even a roundhouse at the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad.

She found a creative use of her mathematical and design skills and her learning and teaching enthusiasm. She retired in 2007 as an Associate Professor, Structural Engineering in the CCEE Department.

She used her engineering skills in building her own house together with her parents. Her father Norman aided in the passive solar heating design. Betty, Mardy’s mother, aided as the architect. Mardy was a partner in the development of the plans and the design of the structural components. She was a registered Profession- al Engineer, P.E., in the states of Ohio and Wisconsin.

As a single parent of two sons, she had the challenge of balancing her professional success with her private life until she suffered a stroke in 1999. Her passion then became quilting where she found a new community of friends in Ames and Minnesota and a creative outlet for her mathematical and design skills. She had made a large number of quilts, usually on special topics.

Mardy’s life was guided by her passions for learning and teaching and she touched many with her enthusiasm. She is survived by her two children, Matt and Andy Thomas, their spouses, five grandchildren Ellie, Peter, Loenn, Ari and Halle, and brothers Walt, John and Greg Baenziger.

Tribute by her colleague Nancy Qvale –

ISU work experience: Associate Professor, Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering Department, 1981–2011

Highlight of her employment: Dr. Baenziger developed the civil engineering capstone senior design course. A version of what she developed is still in use today. She utilized potential real projects that were likely or planned to be built. These projects provided real experiences for the graduating seniors, and included facets from all sub disciplines within civil engineering.

Personal memory: Mardy’s life was guided by her passions for learning and teaching and she touched many with her enthusi- Mardith Baenziger October 20, 1945 – September 9, 2019

asm. I met her through a quilting group, where she used her teaching skills to share her quilting skills and techniques with the group. Each individual in the group is a better quilter today for having known her.

Tribute by colleague Shauna Hallmark –

ISU work experience: After receiving her PhD, she returned to Iowa State University as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering in 1981. She became a tenured faculty member at ISU in 1986. She taught several courses in the Engineering College and the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), mostly in the area of Structural Engineering. A measure of her success in this regard was the 1985 ISU Faculty Award she received for Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Service in Civil Engineering. Her main areas of professional interest included structural dynamics and analysis, computer methods of analysis and design, computer graphics and engineering education.

Her focus over the last several years was the development of the ISU Civil Engineering capstone senior design course. A version of the capstone course she helped develop is still used today. During teaching of the capstone course, she utilized potential real projects that were likely or planned to be built. These projects provided real experiences for the students majoring in Civil Engineering. Most all of the projects utilized the various disciplines of civil engineering in the duration of the design of the project. The projects included a wide range of topics, including, for exam-ple, recreation areas and even a roundhouse at the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad. She found a creative use of her mathematical and design skills and her learning and teaching enthusiasm. She retired in 2007 as an Associate Professor, Structural Engineering in the CCEE Department.

Highlight of their employment: Mardith Baenziger was the eighth and final Iowa Alpha recipient of the Tau Beta Pi Woman’s Badge, graduating from Iowa State with a B.S. in Architectural Engineering in 1968 and a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering in 1969.

Personal memory: Mardy was at ISU in 2000 when I started as a new assistant professor. She and I were the only women in the department at the time. Although I did not know her well, she blazed a trail for me and all the other women that followed. I am impressed by her success since she was a single mother and had to be both a full time parent and full time professor while most of her colleagues had stay home wives. It was her example that led allowed women and non–traditional faculty to succeed. Currently women make up almost 1/2 of CCEE. Howard Bair September 16, 1942 – February 20, 2020

Howard “Ted” Bair, 77, son of the late Howard “Cub” Bair and Elizabeth “Betty” Falls, was born on Sep- tember 16, 1942, in Des Moines, Iowa. He passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly on February 20, 2020, of a heart attack. Ted was raised in Mason City, Iowa, with his two sisters, Anne (Gary) Wilcox of Mission Viejo, CA, and Molly (Mark) Williams of Cedar Rapids, IA. He later attended the University of Iowa, where he was a letter winner on the Hawkeye golf team. At the U of I he also cultivated his passion for watching and cheering for Hawkeye sports, particularly Football and Basketball. We have many wonderful memories of Saturdays spent at Kinnick Stadium as a family and later watching Hawkeye football games on TV together. At the University of Iowa Ted met Nancy Peters, who he married, and together they raised their three children in Mason City, Iowa: Whitney (Marc) Molis of Urbandale, IA, Alex (Amy) Bair of Urbandale, IA, and Carter (Kelli) Bair of Victor, NY. They later divorced, but Ted felt fortunate to again find love later in life, with Karen Levis, and he and Karen enjoyed many adventures together including a cruise to Southeast Asia last winter.

Ted started out selling life insurance for John Hancock in Des Moines. In 1973 his father unexpectedly passed away and Ted bought his father’s beer distributorship, Blue Ribbon Inc., and grew the company ten–fold. He later sold the distributorship and briefly worked in investment trading. Ted had an interest in helping people, so he went back to school to become certified as a substance abuse counselor and worked at Prairie Ridge Addiction Treatment Center. Ted subsequently returned to the business world as the Small Business Development Center director at NIACC in Mason City. He moved to Urbandale, Iowa, in 2014 to be closer to his children and grandchildren. He took a job as the Interim State Director and later Regional Director of Small Business Development at Iowa State. Ted briefly retired in 2017, but was back to working at Iowa State at least 3 days a week at the time of his death.

But the most important thing in Ted’s life was family. Ted loved attending his grandchildren’s activities and he will be missed every day by his 7 grandchildren: Kaitlyn (15), Courtney (12), Ashley (11), Preston (11), Elliott (10), Palmer (2), and Hayden (4 months). His children will miss his advice, support, and conversations. Ted was a wonderful conversationalist, and when you talked with him you always had his full attention. He would notice and appreciate even the small details of a meal, a sporting event, or a music program. He loved travel, golf, fishing in Canada, and playing Fantasy Football. We will miss having him in our everyday lives so much.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Iowa State University Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship. Visitation will be at Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines, from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2020, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 11 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope. Luncheon to follow at Hope. Howard Bair September 16, 1942 – February 20, 2020

Tribute by the NIACC Pappajohn Group – Ted is missed by the staff of NIACC Pappajohn SBDC Center and his is talked about frequently. His desire to serve, mentor and counsel small businesses not only from the financial side, but from the human side, was a refreshing and inspirational virtue. While he loved his Hawkeyes, he loved the ISU State SBDC a lot more. He thought the world of Lisa Shimkat and David Spalding. His respect and admiration for these individuals were a joy and he loved to help them as much as his clients. Ted is missed but his virtues will go on.

Tribute by Lisa Shimkat – Ted was my mentor, my colleague and my friend. In a world of givers and takers, Ted was definitely a giver. His passion was to help others succeed and he is greatly missed.

Tribute by Stacy Dreyer: Howard (Ted) Bair was an ISU Small Business Development Center Business Counselor. Ted retired several times, but kept coming back to the SBDC because he loved helping business owners so much.

Ted never met a stranger and he was everyone’s work grandpa. One day, a client sent flowers thanking him for helping grow her business. He got a big kick out of that! Thomas Barta June 29, 1935 – May 16, 2019

Thomas A Barta died peacefully from complications of Parkinson’s Disease the morning of May 16, 2019, at 83 years old in Ames. He was, as always, surrounded by family and friends. He will be remembered for his dry wit, kindness and slow chuckle.

Born to Agnes and Arnold Barta in Cedar Rapids, Tom’s childhood was filled with gardening, fishing, and the odd pet squirrel. High school introduced him to his first love, music, which in turn led him to his beloved wife, Sheryl, who he spotted over the top of his trumpet one day in band practice. They married in 1958 and together, they took on the entire world: Iowa and well–beyond.

Tom’s life was defined by education, from completing his PhD while working full time to support his family to the way he connected with his students during his IMSE professorship at Iowa State University, which spanned four decades. Sabbaticals in Juneau, Singapore and Dallas helped satisfy his curiosity for the world and interest in lifelong learning, although Iowa would always be his home base.

Minnesota, too, was a special place, where he planted 55,000 trees and spent summers teaching nearly every member of his family to fish on Lake Mantrap.

His love for tennis introduced him to many of his wonderful friends and launched numerous experiences. Tom liked to recall a notable moment standing side–by–side with Stefan Edberg in a Wimbledon bath- room.

The last years of his life were brightened by his relationship with Vicki Cordes.

Tom was preceded by his parents; sister, Carol Farley; brother–in–law, Dick Farley; wife, Sheryl; and dog, Josie.

He is survived by his daughters, Laura Barta and Chris Barta; niece and nephew, Keith Farley and Sue Farley Smith; son–in–law, Ted Jastrzebski; grandchildren, Andy Fullhart, Julie Fullhart, Anne Jastrzebski and Jacob Jastrzebski; his partner, Vicki Cordes; and an incredible network of friends.

Service and reception will be at noon on Sunday, May 19, at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames, 1015 North Hyland Ave., Ames, IA, 50014.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Tom’s memory to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, Ames Animal Shelter, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010, or to the Nature Conservancy. Charlotte Bennett September 26, 1942 – March 24, 2021

Charlotte Ann Bennett, 78, lifelong resident of Boone, passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines of heart failure. Even though a failing heart took her from this world, her loving heart left a beacon of light in all the lives she touched.

Charlotte was the daughter of Lyle Ronald and Doris Irene (Majors) Paris. She was born in Boone on Sept. 26, 1942 and attended Boone High School, graduating with the class of 1960. Charlotte married the love of her life, Gerald D. Bennett on September 4, 1964, in Des Moines, Iowa. Charlotte retired from working at Iowa State University Dining in 2010, after working there for 28 years.

Charlotte loved spending time in her kitchen making delicious meals and baking wonderful treats for her loved ones then delivering them with short visits to check up on everyone. Her kids would say that they couldn’t go anywhere that she didn’t stop to visit with someone. She also loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, attending all the activities they were in.

Charlotte was an active member of the First United Methodist Church including helping in the kitchen for funeral luncheons and large meal activities. She was a volunteer for the Boone County Hospital Auxiliary. Charlotte loved watching Iowa State University athletics, especially the girls’ basketball team of which she held season tickets for many years.

Charlotte was known as a “walking miracle” after beating cancer twice. Her family is grateful to have had nine years of borrowed time with her.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 20 years, Gerald D. Bennett, her parents Lyle and Doris Paris, daughter–in–law Olivia Bennett and grandson Samuel Bennett, sister–in–law Charlene Paris, brother–in– law Dean Walter, and nephew Alan Johnson.

Survivors include children: Teresa Kahler; Carla (Jason) Stensland, and Christopher D. Bennett; Grand- children: Brandon (KJ Johnson) Kahler; Johnathan Stensland; Elainie (Sabas) Hernandez; Logan (Amanda Nichols) Kahler, and Alexis (Kupono) Baugher; Great Grandchildren: Kanoa Baugher; Dahlia Kahler; Anela Baugher, and Greyson Stolfus. She is also survived by her siblings Lyle “Butch” Paris; Delores (Richard) VanDePol; Sheryl (Terry) Johnson; Dianna “Annie” Walter; Gary Paris, and Lori (Roger) Sebring, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church in Boone with Rev. Dave Swinton officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm on Monday, March 29, 2021 with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Schroeder–Stark–Welin Funeral Home, 609 7th Street, Boone, IA. Memorials are suggested to the family to use at their discretion. Jeffrey Berger June 28, 1943 – February 11, 2020

Philip Jeffrey Berger (June 28, 1943 – February 11, 2020)

Philip Jeffrey Berger of Ames, Iowa died on February 11, he was 76 years old. He was born June 28, 1943 in Newark, NJ, to Philip Graham and Jean Weller Berger. He grew up in Pittstown, NJ, and was active in 4–H, Future Farmers of America, Boy Scouts, and was elected president of his high school class. He graduated from North Hunterdon High School.

He received a B.S. from Delaware Valley College in 1965 and received his doctorate in philosophy from The Ohio State University in 1970. For 38 years, he taught graduate students and conducted research in Dairy Cattle Breeding at Iowa State University. He was a fellow of the American Dairy Science Associ- ation. He was awarded the J.L. Lush Award for Animal Breeding and Genetics by the American Dairy Science Association in 2008.

In 1965, he was united in marriage to his wife of 54 years Frances A. Williams. From this marriage two children were born: Sarah and Philip. Jeff was an active member of Collegiate United Methodist Church and was a supportive father and 4–H and Cub Scout leader. He enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. He was a skilled woodworker. He enjoyed reading historical non–fiction and mystery novels.

His parents preceded him in death. Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Frances; daughter, Sarah (David) Selkovits; son, Philip Berger; and four sisters Jennifer Stanley, Kim Berger, Susan Berger, and Sally (Emily Mode) Berger; and many beloved former graduate students.

Visitation will be at 9 a.m. prior to a funeral at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 16 at Collegiate United Meth- odist Church in Ames. Committal will follow at Nichols Chapel. A light lunch will be served at the church afterwards.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The ALS Association, Iowa Chapter, 3636 Westown Pkwy, Ste. 204, W. Des Moines, IA 50266 or Collegiate United Methodist Church, 2622 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014.

Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com Carol Bishop July 28, 1938 – January 24, 2021

Carol Lynne Bishop age 82 of Ames, Iowa died at her home on Sunday January 24, 2021. A gathering will be planned at a later date.

Lynne was born July 28, 1938 in Geneva, New York the daughter of Edwin and Norma MacArthur. She grew up in Great Neck (Long Island, New York). She graduated from Great Neck High School in 1956, attended Springfield College before graduating from Gettysburg College in 1960 with a degree in Biology. Lynne then graduated from Duke University with a degree in Zoology Developmental Biology in 1962.

She married Stephen Bishop in 1962 and the couple moved to Houston, in 1964 the couple moved to Kan- sas City then back to Houston before settling in Ames in 1977. Lynne was active in her three children lives in Ames. Lynne was a proofreader for The Ames Tribune in the early 1980’s and later an Editor at Iowa State University Press. Her background in the life sciences served her well when dealing with authors of books on Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture and like disciplines. Lynne was active in the ISU Women’s Club, geriatric volleyball, golf, and bowling. The Story County Democratic Party will miss her.

Lynne was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Douglas MacArthur.

Lynne is survived by her husband, Stephen Bishop her children, Robert (Bob) Bishop, Jennifer Bishop, and Phillip Bishop, grandchildren, Calvin Dobson and Laurel Bishop, extended family members nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to any animal rescue or relief group in her name.

The family would like to thank Homeward Hospice home care and Home Instead in Ames for the compassion and care they showed Lynne. Joan Bishop January 14, 1936 – August 21, 2019

Joan Lee (Williams) Bishop, 83, of Ankeny, passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2019, after a long illness.

Joan is survived by her husband Gene Bishop; children Rachel (Steve) Johnson of Ankeny, Robert (Sigrid) Bishop of Windsor Heights, Mark (Angie) Bishop of Waukee, James (Brenda) Bishop of Laredo, Texas, and Rebecca (Jeff) Nickel of Golden, Colorado; in addition to 9 grandchildren and 8 great–grandchildren.

Joan was a registered nurse, working at Broadlawns, Blank Children’s Hospital and Iowa State University Health Services throughout her career.

No services are planned. Please donate to your preferred charity in her memory. Donald Bjelland Unknown – January 2, 2021

Donald Laverne Bjelland went home to his Lord and Savior on January 2, 2021, after a short battle with COVID. Don was blessed to be raised by parents, Martin and Lillian (Kallem) Bjelland, who had a great love for God. He often spoke of how his childhood revolved around being at some church activity when not in school or working around the home farm in rural Seneca, Illinois. His parents were full–blooded Norwegians, and Don’s Norwegian heritage was a great source of joy and pride to him. Don’s first visit in 2004 to the family farm in Norway where his father grew up fulfilled a lifelong dream, and he was blessed to have an opportunity to return two more times.

Don’s professional careers included teaching middle school science in Radcliffe, Iowa, for 17 years where he also took on coaching and sports officiating in basketball, softball and baseball. When the golf course opened in Radcliffe, he volunteered to be the high school golf coach, which led to his love of golfing and his decision to host an annual golf outing called the BJ Classic, which he organized for 30 consecutive years. After moving to Ames, he then worked at Iowa State University facilities planning and management as the safety training coordinator, retiring in 1998. He enjoyed bumping into friends, former students and colleagues who affectionately called him “BJ” “Bej” or “Whitey.”

Don will be remembered by his family and friends as hardworking and humble. He worked hard to provide for his family. When his teaching assignments ended each academic year, he worked on summer house painting crews, taught driver’s education, and officiated high school sports. Providing for his family remained important to Don when he moved to Ames where for many years he worked at the university during the day and took on additional part– time work in the evenings and on weekends.

Don was an organized, efficient, and humble leader. While residing in Radcliffe, he was active in a number of community efforts that included constructing a local golf course and serving on the school board as a member and as president. While at the university, he served on the National Board of Quality Circles that focused on organizational structures that empower employees in decision making processes. He also served as a board member and then president of the Sons of Norway Kong Sverre Lodge in Story City and received the Sons of Norway President’s Merit Award during the International Board of Direc- tors meeting in 2007. In 2015 he received recognition from the Iowa High School Athletic Association for 50 years as an active official. He never boasted about his work or his awards and, in fact, barely talked about them at all!

Don also had the gift of hospitality. He was most happy when his children, sons–in–law, and grand- Donald Bjelland Unknown – January 2, 2021 children came for holidays and meals. Don always prepared huge feasts almost single handedly, including specialty Norwegian desserts. He also supported Denise whole–heartedly in hosting international visitors in their home for meals or as overnight guests.

Don was very proud of his five children who survive him: Lavonne (Gordon) Chin from Salinas, California; Brenda (Jim) Stotser from Iowa Falls, Iowa; Pam (Brian) Fields from Smithfield, Kentucky; Teresa (Dana) Johnston from Mingo, Iowa; and Derek Bjelland from Ames, Iowa. He also adored his eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. One of nine siblings, Don is also survived by three brothers–Arne, Art, and Ariel–and two sisters– Marge and Alida. At the time of his death, he was also survived by his first wife and mother to his daughters—Mary Bjelland. She died unexpectedly three weeks after Don. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers (Osmond, Melvin, and Kenneth).

Don and his wife Denise, who also survives him, were married almost 42 years. They were totally devoted to each other and, together, grew in their faith walk that focused on the love, forgiveness, and grace of Jesus Christ. They were regular attenders and members at Christ Community Church in Ames. Don was thankful for the Biblical foundation that he learned as a youth. It was in his later years as a regular attender at Christ Community Church that he fully understood and believed that Jesus, his savior, truly “paid it all” for him. John Boehm March 7, 1950 – May 7, 2019

Norris “John” Boehm, 69, Ankeny, died at 11:30am Tuesday, May 7, 2019, from complications resulting post stem cell transplant intended to cure his multi–year diagnosis of MDS.

John was born March 7, 1950, in Oskaloosa, Iowa and grew up in Sigourney, Iowa. His storied career included time as a public servant and a lecturer of English at Iowa State University for nearly 20 years. He was a fisherman, hunter, hiker, and an avid lover of the land.

He is survived by his wife, Janet Rae; son, Blair Norris (Megan) Boehm; daughter, Ana Rae (Kenneth) DauSchmidt; grandchildren, Greta Ruth and Hazel Louise Boehm; as well as numerous siblings, nieces, and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold “Skip” and Lena Boehm; and nephew, Jesse Boehm.

Tribute by his wife – John taught Business and Technical Writing for 16 years.

One of his students was a wrestler and at one home meet the wrestler was allowed to invite one person to sit with the coaches on the sidelines for his match. This student asked John. He was thrilled!

John enjoyed getting to know his students, learning their names and where they were from. He liked active class discussions. He took his job seriously, striving to help his students as best he could.

John enjoyed “spirited” discussions with fellow instructors, especially regarding politics.

Tribute by his son Blair Boehm – ISU work experience: English Lecturer, 1994–2010. Taught basic writing skills and memo, letter, resume, proposal and report writing formats. Program Coordinator, 1993–94. Managed international programs and budgets in excess of $250,000, advised students on study and work abroad, and wrote newsletters, brochures, and reports.

Highlight of their employment: Faculty Person of the Year Nominee, VEISHEA, Iowa State University, 1997 Host for Friendship Interna- tional, Iowa State University, 1994–2003

Personal memory: For a time, my father and I both had office space in Ross Hall. This led to many welcomed interactions both in the office and, inevitably, over a beer at one of Welch Avenues fine establishments. William Bogue August 26, 1946 – May 5, 2019

William (Bill) Herbert Bogue, 72, of Ogden passed away on May 5, 2019, from complications of his 12 year battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).

Bill was born August 26, 1946 to Alan and Lois (Hardy) Bogue. He grew up on a farm in South Dakota where he learned to tinker, fix things, and annoy his brothers. Bill attended a one–room country school from grades 1–8, claiming it was uphill both ways. He graduated from high school in Canton, South Dako- ta, where his senior year football team was rated #1 in the state.

Bill entered Iowa State where he was an active member of Farm House Fraternity. After receiving his degree, he worked a summer for 4–H and Youth, where at camp he met lifeguard Sue Carroll. Beginning that fall, Bill taught math and coached at Eagle Grove, Iowa for one year. He was very proud of his lifetime coaching record of one win.

On July 25, 1970, he married Sue (Susan) Carroll in Frederika, Iowa. They were blessed (most of the time) with two children Christopher and Catherine (Katie). Bill was active in 4–H, Community United Methodist Church in Ogden, and an annual Bogue Family NCAA bracket.

In 1975, he began a 29 year career with Iowa State University Extension until retirement as the Extension Fiscal Director in 2004. He enjoyed the many people and staff he worked with during his career that took him from Ames, to Creston and back to Ames. Finance was a perfect fit – no one loved to make an excel spreadsheet more than Bill.

Bill’s lifetime passion was feeding birds, especially his favorite, the cardinal. He would mix the perfect concoction to feed hummingbirds and orioles. His nemesis were the woodpeckers that would peck the siding of his house. He also battled and attempted to outwit squirrels with pulleys, ropes, baffles and occasionally, a shot gun.

He enjoyed “drowning worms” with friends and family, following ISU athletics, playing golf (he claims he had a hole in one that was only witnessed by a 9–year–old grandchild), doing outdoor projects with his neighbor and anything with his grandchildren. Bill also exercised at the 9 o’clock cardiac rehab group at Boone County Hospital, that was equal parts social and rehab.

He is survived by his wife Sue, children Dr. Christopher (favorite daughter–in–law, Jana) of Carroll, Iowa and Katie (favorite son–in–law, John Sorrell) of San Diego, California. Grandchildren include Miles, Pacey and Weston Bogue and Elsa and Clara Sorrell. William Bogue August 26, 1946 – May 5, 2019

Also surviving are two brothers, Don (Sue) of Northport, MI and Ted of Yardley, PA; brother–in–law Paul Carroll (Kate) of Sacramento, CA, three nephews and one niece plus a herd of extended family and friends. Preceding him were his parents and parent in–laws, Keith and Selma Carroll of Frederika.

Memorials may be directed to Iowa 4–H Foundation or Community Methodist Church in Ogden.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at the Community United Methodist Church in Ogden. Rev. Evelyn Lewiston will officiate. Visitation will be held Friday, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., also at the Eldon Boswell July 31, 1933 – November 13, 2020

Eldon Boswell, 87 of Aledo, Illinois, formerly of Nevada, Iowa passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on November 13, 2020 after a short and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Eldon was born July 31, 1933 to John Alfred & Iva Belle (Rhodes) Boswell in a farmhouse in northern Missouri near Davis City, Iowa. He graduated from Lamoni, Iowa High School in 1951 and farmed on the family farm until entering the U.S. Army where he served from 1954–1956. He graduated from Iowa State University in 1959.

In December 1956 he was united in marriage to Marilyn Dale of Leon, Iowa. They were happily married for 63 years and had 2 sons, Dale and David.

Eldon’s career path always included agriculture. After college he taught Vocational Agriculture then went on to a career with the Federal Land Bank in Mt. Pleasant, Creston, and Nevada, Iowa. After retirement he was a farm realtor, a farm manager and a developer. Eldon held many positions of leadership and service in the Nevada community. He was a Rotary member for over 50 years and an adjunct staff member for Stephen Ministry.

Eldon was blessed with a strong Christian faith and was active in church his entire life. He ended every day on his knees, thankful for the day. In Nevada he attended the First United Methodist Church and Trin- ity Presbyterian Church in Aledo. Eldon was devoted to his family. He and Marilyn were active volunteers in their retirement. They enjoyed many friendships and traveled the world. Almost every summer, the extended family vacationed together.

Survivors include his wife, Marilyn; his sons and their wives, Dale & Donna Boswell of Aledo, IL and Da- vid & Jennifer Boswell of Humboldt, IA; grandchildren: Alan Boswell, John Boswell, Mark (Allie) Boswell, Madison (Doug) Simon and Allison Boswell; a great– granddaughter: Millie Simon; a sister Claribelle Waller, and several nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents and brother Billie. Norman Boyles November 17, 1931 – August 1, 2020

Norman Boyles was born in 1931 in Louisville, KY. His parents were Clarence and Ethel Boyles. His father owned Boyles Realty and his mother was a homemaker and eventually a clerk in the State Vital Records of Kentucky. Norman attended DuPont Manual Training High School where he played Bassoon and was selected for the 1949 all– state orchestra and received a superior rating for a solo in the state contest before graduating in January of 1950. He attended Western Kentucky State College for two years and then attended Tusculum College in Greeneville, Tennessee on a basketball scholarship. Norman played on the Smokey Mountain Athletic Conference championship team were he was named to the All–Tournament Team.

Upon graduation, Norman and Roselynn Smith, who also graduated from Tusculum College, were married on June 26, 1954. In September of 1954 Norman was drafted into the Army and received Basic Training at Fort Knox, KY. He then received Basic Medic Training at Fort Sam Houston, TX. He served as a Dental Tech at Fort Devens, MA. Norman then served a year in Korea.

Norman attended the University of Tennessee for his Masters and Doctorate (Ed.D), finishing in 1963. While attending University of Tennessee, Norman served as a Principal at Elbert Long Elementary School in Chat- tanooga, TN.

After serving as Assistant Professor for one year at the University of Tennessee, Norman came to Iowa State University in 1964. He moved to the University of South Carolina for one year before returning to Iowa State University. During his tenure at ISU he served as Chairman of the Faculty Council (Faculty Senate), Six years on the Athletic Council and ten years as the University’s Faculty Athletics Representative to both the Big 8 and Big 12. Before retiring, he served two years as Interim Chair of the Professional Studies Depart- ment and two years as Interim Associate Dean of the College of Education. Norman retired from ISU in 1997.

Norman is survived by Roselynn, his wife of 66 years; his daughters Rebecca (Martin) Jones and Leslie Weible, and his son Mark (Clara) Boyles. He was blessed with 7 grandchildren, Jessica (Matt) Keane, Malo- rie (Brad) Hall, Genesee (Mark Chubb) Jones, Laura (Louie) Novak, Briana Boyles, Evan Weible, and Natalie Boyles. He also had 6 great– grandchildren, Billy, Johnny and Joey Keane, Emery and Holden Hall, and Roselynn Novak. His nephew, David (Deb) Boyles of Louisville, KY, also survives him.

Norman was a woodworker and golfer, enjoying both equally well.

A memorial service will be held at Iowa State University Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2020. Please bring a lawn chair and face masks are requested.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial to First United Methodist Church of Ames. Mary Jo Brearley March 3, 1930 – March 23, 2020

Mary Jo (Bradford) Brearley, age 90, of Ames, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, 2020, at her home in Northcrest Community, where she had lived for the past 12 years.

Due to CDC guidelines regarding COVID–19, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial was in the Iowa State Cemetery.

Mary Jo (Bradford) Brearley was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on March 3, 1930, the daughter of George William Bradford, a monument salesman, and Mary Josephine Ogle Bradford, a school physical education teacher. She grew up in Tulsa enjoying music, dance, art, books, and Girl Scouting. She graduated from Will Rogers High School in the class of 1947, then earned B.A. (1951) and M.A. (1954) degrees in English from the Univer- sity of Tulsa.

She taught high school English in Lamar, Colorado, for a year before earning her M.A., and then moved to Syracuse, New York, to study for a PhD in English literature at Syracuse University. She also was a staff member at the Syracuse YWCA. She met Harrington C. Brearley, Jr., an electrical engineer at General Electric in Syracuse, at a YWCA gathering, and the two were married on December 28, 1957. They had three children: Ann, born in Syracuse; William, born in Champaign–Urbana, where Harry taught at the University of Illinois; and Caroline, born in Ames, where Harry taught at Iowa State University.

Mary Jo lived in Ames from 1965 until her death. During that time, she was active in the League of Women Voters, serving as its co–president (2002–2004); at Collegiate Presbyterian Church, serving on Session; in the Ames Octagon; in several book clubs, and in many other civic and artistic organizations. She took courses in accounting, which she enjoyed, and worked as a seasonal tax preparer in the 1970s. In 1980, she resumed her English teaching career as an instructor of freshman English at Iowa State University, continuing until her retirement in the 1990s.

Mary Jo’s lifelong love of dancing began with her parents who were square dance callers in Tulsa. Mary Jo and her brother Johnny performed dance exhibitions, taught dance at summer camps in the Colorado mountains, and served as a demonstration couple for dance pioneer Lloyd Shaw’s dance leader classes in Colorado Springs. Later in life, in Ames, Mary Jo called square dances and taught ballroom dancing for various church and community groups. She danced with local contra dance, English Country dance, and Scottish dance groups in Ames into her eighties, and played piano for the Onion Creek Cloggers Band in her seventies and eighties. In addition to dance, Mary Jo loved music, playing the piano, violin and guitar, and singing. She was also a true bookworm and could devour a novel in a night. She nurtured a love of music, dance, and books in all three of her children. Mary Jo Brearley March 3, 1930 – March 23, 2020

Mary Jo is survived by her children, Ann (Chris Hagen) Brearley of Plymouth, MN, William (Katie Sanger) Brearley of Ballston Lake, NY, and Caroline (Steve Meyer) Brearley of Stuttgart, Germany; her grandchildren, Rachel Hagen, Russell Brearley, Hannah Hagen, Anastasia Meyer, and Katya Meyer; and her brother John (Nita) Bradford of Lakewood, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her husband Harrington.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may left for Mary Jo’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Youth and Shelter Services of Ames or to the League of Women Voters of Ames Jerald Bright December 11, 1954 – August 18, 2020

Jerald Robert Bright was born December 11, 1954, in Des Moines, IA, and departed from this life on Au- gust 18, 2020. Jerry, as he was known to his family and friends, made the Des Moines area his home most of his 65 years.

He graduated from Des Moines Technical High School in 1972, and from the Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, with a BS Degree in Computer Engineering. He returned to his Alma Mater and served the Iowa State University Administrative Data Processing Center until his Retirement in 2018. Jerry thoroughly enjoyed working with computers and gladly assisted friends and family in solving computer and electronic problems just for fun.

Jerry enjoyed bowling in local bowling leagues through the years and playing softball. He was also an avid baseball fan, traveling to many major league stadiums throughout the country to attend games.

Jerry was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Des Moines, IA.

Preceding him in death were his Grandparents. Austin Elmer and Mae Akers; Mother, Bonnie Bright; Spe- cial Uncle and Aunt, Otto and Frances Akers; Cousins, Betty Coble; Douglas Akers; and Margaret Shields.

Interment will be in the Decatur Cemetery, Decatur, Iowa, at a later date.

Tribute by Richard Jones: Jerry worked for the Administrative Data Processing Center for many years in the computer operations section. He was a very dedicated employee in a “behind the scenes” role and primarily worked second shift ensuring that the center’s nighttime processes ran as planned.

Tribute from his IT Services Colleagues: Jerry worked for Iowa State University in the Administrative Data Processing Center and IT Services. He enjoyed working with computers and provided technical support in the ISU Data Center. Jerry loved baseball and traveled to many major league stadiums throughout the country to attend games. Joyce Brink May 28, 1933 – July 15, 2020

Joyce P. Brink, age 87, of Ames, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at the Israel Family Hospice House.

Friends may call from 2:00 until 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, July 19, 2020 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Doug- las Ave., Ames, Iowa. Per Joyce’s request, following the visitation her body will be donated to the Univer- sity of Iowa for the advancement of science.

Joyce was born to Dr. James P. and Edwina Rowan in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was the youngest of four daughters. She grew up in Wisconsin and later moved to Chicago to work for Capital Airlines as a ticket agent. There, she met her future husband Rodney Brink to whom she was married for 64 years. Rod and Joyce were married on September 3, 1955 and made their home in Chicago, and Lombard, Illinois for several years during which time, they had two sons.

In 1962, they moved to Estherville, Iowa where Joyce stayed home to raise three sons and one daughter. Later, she worked for the Estherville School system and was active in the Estherville Order of Eastern Star.

In 1983, Joyce and Rod moved to Ames, Iowa where she worked for Iowa State University at the soil testing laboratory, College of Education, and Veterinary Medicine Library. Joyce and Rod were members of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames.

Joyce enjoyed spending time at her and Rod’s lake cabin at Spirit Lake, Iowa. She enjoyed spending time with family and her many friends, and taking family trips, Elderhostel trips, and cruises. Joyce is survived by her husband, Rod of Ames; children: Eric Brink (Gayle) of Pleasantville, CA, Scott Brink of Denver, CO, Tom Brink (Chenyi) of Taipei, Taiwan, Nancy Dickerson (Bob) of West Des Moines, IA; and grandchildren: David Brink, Anne Brink, Jacqui Brink, Charlotte Brink, Andrew Dickerson, Nathan Dickerson, and Daniel Dickerson. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and her cat, Lucy.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. James and Edwina Rowan; and three sisters, Jean Papke, June Shaw, and Joan Frank.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Joyce’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joyce’s name may be directed to Furry Friends Refuge, 1211 Grand Ave., Des Moines, Iowa 50265 or the Ames Animal Shelter, 515 Clark Ave., Ames, Iowa 50010. Betty Brown October 27, 1921 – May 11, 2020

Betty Margaret (Jager) Brown, 98, of Boone, IA (formerly of Adel, IA), passed away May 11, 2020 at Westhaven Community in Boone, IA. A private family service will be held Friday, May 15, 2020 at Oakdale Cemetery in Adel.

Betty was born October 27, 1921 to Mava (Forbes) Jager and Roy Jager in Eddyville, Iowa. She graduated from Eddyville High School in 1939. Betty attended Iowa State College for three years. On June 21, 1942, she married J. Dwight Brown of Boone, Iowa. They lived in California, while Dwight was serving with the U.S. Navy, until December 1945. At that time, they moved to Webster City, Iowa, until moving to Adel in 1947. Betty had resided at Westhaven Community in Boone for the past three years.

Betty was a homemaker for many years and then worked outside the home for the Dallas County Auditor and finally at Iowa Power & Light Co. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, gardening, reading, and having her grandchildren and great grandchildren visit.

She was a member of the Adel United Methodist Church, a Sunday School teacher, UMW member, and served in several other capacities at the church. She was a long time member of PEO, TAS, the Adel Women’s Club, and the ISU Alumni Association.

Betty was a proud Iowa State Cyclone fan. She and Dwight held season tickets to football and basketball games until Dwight’s passing.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, J. Dwight Brown and her parents.

Survivors include her son, Ron (Elaine) Brown of Tucson, Arizona; daughter, Judy (Dan) Sorensen of Swea City, Iowa; son, Doug (Martha) Brown of Huxley, Iowa; four grandchildren, Carisa (Art) Silverio, Craig Sorensen, Curtis (Christine) Sorensen, and Emily (Steven) Leege; and eight great grandchildren.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Westhaven Community and Suncrest Hospice for their compassionate care.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in care of Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home – McCal- ley Chapel in Adel, Iowa. Online condolences may be left at www.caldwellparrish.com Robert Brown April 25, 1926 – August 10, 2020

Dr. Robert Grover Brown (“Grover”) passed away peacefully on August 10, 2020. He was 94 years old. Grover was born on April 25, 1926 in Shenandoah, Iowa to Grover Whitney and Irene (Frink) Brown. He graduated from Shenandoah High School in 1944 and immediately enlisted in the United States Navy. He served honorably until his discharge in 1946.

Grover then enrolled at Iowa State University (then known as The Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts) in the Electrical Engineering program. He earned his BS, MS, and PhD degrees at Iowa State.

After working in industry for 2 years at North American Aviation in California, he established a life–long career at Iowa State as a professor of Electrical Engineering and remained there until his retirement in 1989.

He received the honor of the Anson Marston Distinguished Professorship in Engineering in 1976, and at his retirement was given the title of Distinguished Professor Emeritus, which he held until his death. Gro- ver belonged to and received a number of awards from the IEEE and ION professional organizations and was highly respected in his field.

In addition to numerous technical papers, he was the author or coauthor of several well–regarded university textbooks, one of which has been in continuous use (in revised editions) for at least 35 years.

He also helped many engineers learn the basics of positioning with GPS satellites through his work with NavTech Seminars. His many graduate students as well as his fellow faculty members held him in high regard, both professionally and personally. Barbara Buffington

June 4, 1920 – April 9, 2020

Barbara Buffington, 99, of Papillion, Nebraska, formerly of Glenwood, Iowa, passed away April 9, 2020. Private services are planned at a later date at the Glenwood, Iowa Cemetery, Glenwood, Iowa. Barbara Jean Buffington, 99 of Papillion, Nebraska formerly of Glenwood, Iowa passed away April 9, 2020 in Papil- lion.

She was born June 4, 1920 in Stuttgart, Arkansas to Harry Karsten and Anna Farnsworth Davis. Following high school Barbara earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from Iowa State Univer- sity.

Barbara was united in marriage to David Clark Buffington on April 8, 1942 in Ames, Iowa. To this union four children were born, infant son, Martha, Richard and David B.

Barbara was a lifelong learner who enjoyed reading, sewing, traveling and spending time with her family.

Following the passing of her husband in 1965, she began work for Iowa State University Mills and Mont- gomery County Extension Home Economist.

Preceding Barbara in passing were her parents, infant son, husband, son Dr. David B. Buffington, son–in– law Paul H. “Butch” Cheyney and granddaughter Traci Buffington.

Survivors include her daughter Marti Cheyney of Omaha, Nebraska; son Richard “Rick” (Connie) Buff- ington of Ellenton, Florida; grandchildren Beth (Bo) Ochsner and their children Will, Annie and Harry; Lea (Ted) Brandt and their child Cheyney; Shelly Hostens and children Shay and Taylor; Chrissy Reyes and child Lexi; extended relatives and friends.

Memorials may be directed to the Glenwood Library Foundation. N. Laurence Burkhalter June 30, 1920 – October 15, 2019

N. Laurence Burkhalter, age 99, died Oct. 15 at his retirement home in Bluffton Ohio. His last days were peaceful, with time for family members to say goodbye.

Larry was born in Mussoorie, India, June 30, 1920. The only son of Mennonite missionaries, Larry graduated from Woodstock High School and went on for degrees in music from Bluffton College, Northwestern University, and Ohio State University. He married the late Holly Mosiman Burkhalter in 1943.

Music was his life. He began playing violin in elementary school and stopped performing publicly in his early 90s. He played with the Ohio State University Orchestra, where he served on the faculty, and served as concertmaster of the Central Iowa Symphony, following retirement.

He was principal violist with the Columbus Symphony and violist with the Hughes Quartet; in Iowa he was principal violist with the Des Moines Symphony and violist with the Ames Piano Quartet, which he co–founded at Iowa State University, where he served as department head and on the faculty. He was a music director, conducting orchestras in Lima, Ohio; Fort Dodge, Iowa, Iowa State University, and as a guest conductor of the Taipei Symphony in Taiwan.

He was a choir director, leading singers at Pandora Mennonite and Worthington Presbyterian Churches in Ohio; and the Collegiate Presbyterian Church in Ames, Iowa.

He was an educator and composer, specializing in string music for beginners. His five children have memories of playing his string arrangement of the Nutcracker Suite’s “Clowns and Acrobats” on various living room occasions. An artist and photographer, Larry carved, drew, and spent many hours in his darkroom in Ames, where he created lasting memories of growing up in India, the trips he and Holly took throughout Europe and Asia, and of his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He began biking on India’s wooded trails and continued on Iowa’s bike paths, passing his love for the activity on to his children. In Ames, he was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship and Rotary International; in Bluffton, he was a member of the First Mennonite Church.

He is preceded in death by his infant son John Gareth, son–in–law John Fitzpatrick, and wife Holly. Sur- vivors include Kathlynn Lockard (James) of Sycamore, Ill.; Karol Crosbie of Perry, Iowa; Gary Burkhalter (Betty) of Strawberry Point, Iowa; Holly Jo Burkhalter of Washington, D.C.; Ruth Bosley (Larry), of Cincin- nati, Ohio, nine grandchildren, and 11 great–grandchildren. N. Laurence Burkhalter June 30, 1920 – October 15, 2019

Tribute by his daughter Karol Crosbie ’72, ‘84 –

Larry arrived in Ames from Ohio State in 1967 to head up Iowa State’s Music Department and launch its new undergraduate degree program. Soon thereafter he helped launch the Ames Piano Quartet and played viola with the group until he retired. He directed the ISU Symphony and taught conducting and string classes.

He contributed to Iowa’s music community by serving as concert master with the Central Iowa Symphony, principal violist with the Des Moines Symphony, and conductor of the Fort Dodge Symphony.

An artist and photographer, Larry carved, drew, and spent many hours in his darkroom, where he created lasting memories of growing up in India, the trips he and his wife Holly took throughout Europe and Asia, and of his five children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He began biking on India’s wooded trails and continued on Iowa’s bike paths, passing his love for the activity on to his children (Kathlynn Lockard, Karol Crosbie, Gary Burkhalter, Holly Jo Burkhalter, and Ruth Burkhalter.) Janice Burkhart

November 11, 1928 – December 25, 2019

Janice Burkhart, 91, of Ames, Iowa passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the Green Hills Retirement Community. A private graveside burial with the family was held at the Iowa State University Cemetery. A visitation with the family will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020 from 12 – 3 p.m. at the Green Hills Retirement Community in Ames, located at 2205 Green Hills Drive.

Janice was born on November 11, 1928 to Burton and Clara (Numbers) Bayles in Madison, Wisconsin. She was raised in the Washington D.C. area and graduated from high school in 1946. Janice went on to obtain her Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from Kansas State University where she met her future husband Lawrence Burkhart.

After college she worked for Dow Chemical. Janice and Lawrence were united in marriage in 1951. Upon the completion of Lawrence’s service in the Air Force in 1954 they moved to Ames, Iowa, where he was a graduate student in Chemical Engineering at Iowa State University.

Lawrence joined the faculty at Iowa State and they remained in Ames to raise their family. Janice stayed at home to raise their three children, Kenneth, Karen, and Kevin, then returned to the workforce in the Circulation Department at the ISU Library until her retirement. Janice and Lawrence were founding and longtime active members of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Ames. She remained active in the community in her later years, volunteering for Meals on Wheels, serving on the board of Riverside Nursing Home, acting as a deacon in the church, and attending adult education courses at ISU. She especially enjoyed gardening and tending to the beautiful flowers in her yard. Above all, her true passion was being an important part in the lives of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Cherishing her memory are her three children: son, Kenneth (Tressa Wilcox) Burkhart of Atlantic, Iowa and their children, Katie, Kristen, and Abby; daughter, Karen (Gary) Guetzko of Dubuque, Iowa and their children, Megan, Lauren, and Nate; son, Kevin (Susan) Burkhart of Memphis, Tennessee and their children, Ben and Allie; great– grandchildren, Harriet, Samuel, Joseph, Jacob, and Little Doug; and a brother, Norman Bayles. Janice was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence in 1989, and her brother, Robert Bayles.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to: The Lawrence E. Burkhart Memorial Schol- arship Fund (0519022), Iowa State University Foundation, P.O. Box 868, Ames, Iowa, 50010–0868. Memories and expressions of sympathy for the Burkhart Family may be shared at www.StevensMemorialChapel. com. Janice Burkhart

November 11, 1928 – December 25, 2019

Tribute by her son Kenneth Burkhart –

ISU work experience: ISU Library during the 1980s and 1990s Highlight of their employment: Relationships with co–workers

Personal memory: Janice was married to Lawrence Burkhart, professor of Chemical Engineering. They came to Ames in 1954 for Larrygraduate school, then stayed in Ames to raise their family after he joined the ISU faculty. After raising her children, Janice returned to the workforce at the ISU Parks Library. All three of her children went on to Iowa State. She retired in the mid 1990s and remained in Ames, eventually moving to Green Hills Retirement Community in 2007. Marlene Burkheimer October 22, 1950 – December 4, 2019

Marlene McFate Burkheimer, 69, of Ames passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019. She had been a resident at Hearth Stone Memory Care in Boone for several years. She was born on October 22, 1950 in Marshalltown, Iowa the daughter of Delmar and Edna Mikkelson McFate. She graduated from South Tama County high school in 1968 and then graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls in 1972. On July 1, 1988 she married Dennis Burkheimer at The Little Brown church in Nashua, Iowa. She worked in Human Resources her entire career, first at Job Service of Iowa in Daven- port and Ames, and then at Iowa State University for more than 20 years before retiring in 2010.

In her spare time she loved to read, do crossword puzzles, put together jigsaw puzzles, work all types of word puzzles, and loved getting outdoors to Geocache. She loved traveling and especially enjoyed visiting all the National Parks in the lower 48 states and spending a few winters after retirement in Flori- da. Genealogy was also a great passion that she pursued long before the Internet made ancestral search much easier.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew, Ian Michael McFate.

Survivors include her husband Dennis Burkheimer of Urbandale, stepson Christopher and Jenn Bur- kheimer of Brattleboro, Vermont, stepdaughter Angela and Curt Condon of Boone, Iowa, brothers Ron and Lucy McFate of Tama, Mark and Christine McFate of Toledo, Iowa and sister Danna and Wayne Peterson of Spring Hill, Florida. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time.

Tribute from Kristi Darr, former colleague in University Human Resources –

I am writing to share the sad news that former longtime ISU Human Resources employee Marlene Bur- kheimer has passed away. Marlene died on Dec. 4 at Hearth Stone Memory Care in Boone at age 69. Marlene worked in HR her entire career, including the last 20 years at Iowa State. She was hired at ISU in March of 1990 and spent most of her tenure in the former Recruitment and Employment group. She retired in January of 2010.

I was fortunate to work with Marlene for a brief time early in my career at ISU and have fond recollec- tions of her as a very warm and generous person and a wonderful and caring HR professional. I know you worked with Marlene during her time here as well, so I extend my condolences to you on her passing. William Buss October 7, 1927 – August 12, 2019

William Edward Buss, age 91, of Ames, passed away on August 12, 2019 at Green Hills Retirement Com- munity.

Born on October 7, 1927 in Long Beach, CA, Bill was the son of Claude and Lillie (Silkett) Buss. He graduated from Clarinda High School in 1946. Bill enlisted in the United States Army on October 3, 1946 and served until his honorable discharge on March 8, 1948. Bill was united in marriage to Nadine Eichhorst on August 7, 1949 in Yorktown, Iowa. His education included Clarinda Junior College and Iowa State College (Iowa State University), graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering in 1956.

Bill worked for the Iowa Highway Commission, later known as the Iowa Department of Transportation as a Road Construction Engineer from 1956 until his retirement in 1990. He was very grateful for the opportunity to go on the Freedom Flight to Washington D.C. on October 16, 2012. He was a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and Bethesda Lutheran Church. Bill was a lifelong Cyclone supporter following ISU football and basketball. He loved to do woodworking and tinker in his shop.

Bill is survived by his daughters: Debra (Larry) Parker of Nevada, Patricia (Albert) Augustin of Colo, Bar- bara Inman of Polk City, Beverly (Greg) Grote of Jefferson City, Missouri and Jane (Jeff) Eagan of Ames; eight grandchildren; 11 great–grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife of 68 years Nadine (Eichhorst) Buss, his parents and four sisters.

Tribute by his daughter Debra Parker –

ISU work experience: Husband of Nadine L. Buss (9/12/1930–12/28/2017) who worked 20 years at the Veterinary Diagnostic Lab- oratory, ISU College of Medicine.

Highlight of their employment: William graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University in 1956.

Personal memory: Bill & Nadine were lifelong supporters of ISU football and basketball. Donna Butler January 18, 1936 – December 14, 2020

Donna Mae (Robertson) Butler, 84, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2020 at her residence in Ames, IA. A private family funeral service will be held at Collegiate United Methodist with burial following at McCallsburg Cemetery.

Donna was born to Charles and Edythe Robertson in Hubbard, IA on January 18, 1936 in the middle of a blizzard. She graduated from Hubbard High School and spent her teen years babysitting so she could go roller skating at the Ritland Barn, where she would meet the love of her life, Vincent Gail Butler. They began dating at age 14 and married a month past her 18th birthday. They had four children, Craig, Chris, Cyndi, and Connie.

While raising four children, Donna worked at Ames Hearing Aid Center and then at Iowa State University Fire Services. When she wasn’t working or running kids, Donna enjoyed sewing, cooking, and crafting with her sister–in– law, Phyllis Harshbarger. They were always up to new ideas and would be found at the kitchen table laughing and conjuring up their next project.

Donna was a member of the Collegiate United Methodist Church where she was faithfully involved working in the library, assisting with funeral services and making baby blankets and quilts for missionaries.

In 1984, Vince and Donna bought a houseboat at Saylorville Lake. They would spend the next 20 years with all their boating friends, enjoying Saylorville sunsets. There were fishing tales to be told and when grandkids came along, they were constantly looking for the biggest fish in the lake, a.k.a, Walter.

In 2004, the next journey began when they bought a lake house at the Lake of the Ozarks. 15 years where families and friends came together several times a year and made incredible life long memories. Her 6 grandchildren were able to spend a lot of time with their grandma and grandpa, learning all the ways their grandparents fixed things, a.k.a., duct tape and making Grandma’s famous potato salad or brownies. Neither of which made it to the table before they were enjoyed by all.

Donna joined Vinny after 66 years of marriage, where they will continue their love for backwards two- stepping together. Donna is also preceded in death by her parents and son–in–law, Steve Sutter.

Donna is survived by her 4 children: Craig (Becky) Butler of Ames, IA, Chris Butler of Minneapolis, MN, Cyndi Sutter of Overland Park, KS and Connie (Brian) Cook of West Des Moines; 6 grandchildren: Ryan (Kiley) Sutter and daughters Kennedy and Avery, Matthew Sutter, Megan (Devin) Rose, Emily (Tyler) Timmerman, Samantha and Nicolas Cook; and siblings: older brother, Dick; and two sisters, Judy and Charlene. Cynthia Campbell January 1, 1955 – December 30, 2019

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution

Cynthia Campbell January 1, 1955 – December 30, 2019

Cynthia J. Campbell, Associate Professor of Finance in the Ivy College of Business, passed away on De- cember 30, 2019, at the age of 64.

Cynthia received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Gordon College in Hamilton, MA, and Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. Cynthia began her teaching career at Wayne State University, and went on to hold teaching positions at Washington University in St. Louis and the University of Massachusetts. Between 1996 and 1998 Cynthia served as Senior Financial Economist in the Office of Economic Analysis at the US Securities and Ex- change Commission, where she worked on rulemaking related to shareholder proposals and private placements. Cynthia’s work at the SEC would inform some of her subsequent academic research.

Cynthia joined Iowa State in 1998. During her 21–year tenure at Iowa State, Cynthia taught courses on a variety of topics in finance, including investments, futures and options, corporate finance, and international finance. In the 2005–2006 academic year she was the FIMA Visiting Professor in the Asia–Pacific Financial Research Center at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Cynthia’s research also spanned a wide range of topics, from corporate governance and managerial performance to event study methodology. She published articles in numerous academic journals, including Journal of Financial Economics, Journal of Finance, Review of Financial Studies, The Journal of Risk and Insurance, Financial Management, The Journal of Banking and Finance, and Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting. She led the first phase of planning for a Ph.D. concentration in finance.

Cynthia participated extensively in professional service, which included membership on boards of the Eastern Finance Association, the Midwest Finance Association, and the Financial Management Associ- ation International’s Survey and Synthesis book series. From 2003 to 2009 Cynthia served as co–editor of The Financial Review, the journal of the Eastern Finance Association. She also served as an Associate Editor for The International Journal of Finance and was on the editorial board of the Review of Financial Economics.

Tribute from Valentina Salotti: Cynthia Campbell January 1, 1955 – December 30, 2019

Cynthia was a professor of finance and had been with the college since 1998. Prior to coming to Iowa State she was a Senior Financial Economist at the US Securities and Exchange Commission. She taught courses in the College of Business MBA program as well as multiple of our undergraduate courses. During her time at Iowa State, her research focused on international corporate finance and corporate governance. I was lucky enough to share the first journal acceptance of my career with Cynthia and my colleague and friend, Arnie Cowan. She was a good mentor to me and a very engaged member of the larger finance community. She will be missed. Mildred Chapman October 19, 1929 – December 27, 2017

Mildred Chapman, age 88 of Boone and the Eastern Star Masonic Home, died Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the Masonic Home. Per her wishes, she has been cremated and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Diane Childs July 11, 1944 – September 3, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Diane Kay Childs announces her peaceful passing after a nearly three–year battle with small cell lung cancer on September 3, 2019, at the age of 75.

Diane was born in Algona, IA on July 11, 1944. She was raised and lived most of her life in Ames, IA. She married Michael T. Childs on January 13, 1963. She and Mike retired in 1999 to a beautiful lake home on 6th Crow Wing Lake near Nevis, MN. She will be remembered fondly by her many friends in Ames, Nevis, Cass Lake and Park Rapids. She worked at the Iowa State Library in Ames, IA and Northwoods Bank of Minnesota in Park Rapids, MN. Diane’s three grandchildren gave her great joy, each holding a special place in their Nana’s heart. Diane was a founding member of the Itasca Ruby Violet Red Hat Ladies Club of Park Rapids/Nevis. She enjoyed their many social events and always had a wonderful time with the “Red Hatters.” Diane loved watching all kinds of sporting events. Her favorites included the Twins, Vi- kings and any sport event involving her beloved Iowa State Cyclones.

Diane was preceded in death by her father and step–mother, James and Donna Neville; mother and step–father, Kathryn and Robert Krohne. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Michael T. Childs of Cass Lake, MN; daughters, Lisa Childs of Edina, MN and Chelle (Judd) Guericke of Rogers, MN; and her three grandchildren, Hannah (Ross) Conn of Robbinsdale, MN, Judson D. Guericke of Fargo, MN and William Guericke of Rogers, MN; two step– brothers, William (Karen) Schoenenberger, Thomas (Donna) Schoenenberger and step–sisters, Jane Day and Connie (Wayne) Rich. A celebration of Diane’s life will be held at Peace Lutheran Church of Nevis, MN on Monday, September 9, 2019, at 11;00 am, officiated by Pastor Tim Balfanz. Ki Dong Cho October 27, 1932 – November 12, 2017 Sok Sun Cho April 1, 1934 – December 13, 2006 George Christensen

February 21, 1924 – August 1, 2020

George Curtis Christensen was born in New York, New York on February 21, 1924 and died in Ames, Iowa on August 1, 2020. The son of Norwegian immigrants, he grew up on Staten Island in New York City with his two sisters and a brother, served in the United States Army during the Second World War and studied at Cornell University (Ithaca, New York), where he received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (1949), Master of Science (1950) and Doctor of Philosophy (1953) degrees.

George Christensen was married almost 50 years to Janeth Reid Christensen, who predeceased him, as have his parents, siblings and a granddaughter. He leaves his wife of 13 years, Susan Sinclair Chris- tensen, four children (Curtis Christensen, Omaha, Nebraska; Joyce (Kim) Armstrong, Ankeny, Iowa; William Christensen, Aurora, Illinois; and Cheryl (Ed) Samp, Lawrence, Kansas), seven grandchildren and nine great–grandchildren.

Beginning in 1950, Dr. Christensen taught veterinary anatomy at Cornell, Iowa State College, later Univer- sity (Ames, Iowa), and Purdue University (West Lafayette, Indiana). Commencing in 1963, Dr. Christensen was Professor of Veterinary Medicine and Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State. In 1965, he became Iowa State’s Vice President for Academic Affairs, serving in that position until 1987 when he was named Executive Director of International Programs. In 1989, the University of Alaska State- wide System (Fairbanks, Alaska) appointed Dr. Christensen as Vice President for Academic Affairs and, for a period, Acting President of the System. Upon his 1992 retirement from the University of Alaska, Dr. Christensen returned to Ames, where Iowa State made him Distinguished Professor of Veterinary Medi- cine Emeritus. Iowa State further honored Dr. Christensen by naming Christensen Drive at the Veterinary College after him.

During his academic career, Dr. Christensen was directly involved with establishing several new university colleges and academic degree programs, affirmative action and honors programs, women’s study programs, faculty recognition awards, environmental programs, international student–faculty exchanges with universities in over 40 countries and international education programs for students, faculty, and gov- ernmental and business leaders. In addition to his university roles, Dr. Christensen held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations relating to anatomical nomenclature and research, higher education, international education and the accreditation of universities and colleges.

Dr. Christensen was the co–author of a mammalian anatomy textbook and the author of numerous published papers in professional journals on anatomical research, higher education and international education. He addressed professional conferences in the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia, served as consultant to the United States Agency for International Development and as a higher education consultant to the Egyptian, Nigerian, Chinese, Taiwanese and Soviet governments. Dr. Christensen George Christensen February 21, 1924 – August 1, 2020 was a member of Federal and State of Iowa trade missions to China, Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan. (He ultimately visited dozens of countries and all seven continents.)

Dr. Christensen received numerous honors, among them: Honorary Doctor of Science (1978) degree from Purdue; Fellow, U.S. State Department; Distinguished Service Award–North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; Good Guy Award–Iowa Women’s Political Caucus and Trail Blazers Award from the Office of Minority Student Affairs.

As an active community volunteer in Ames, Dr. Christensen served as President of the Octagon Center for the Arts, Vice President of the Ames Public Library Foundation, President of the Homeward/Hospice Advisory Committee, Vice President of the Ames Community Arts Council, and President of the Rotary Club of Ames. He was a devoted member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church.

Dr. Christensen’s lifelong avocation was photography and photographic art. His black–and–white landscape, architectural and other images, products of his keen eye and darkroom artistry, won numerous Best of Show awards and have been exhibited at museums and galleries throughout the Midwest and at the U.S. Capitol.

The family will hold private graveside services at the Iowa State Cemetery on the Iowa State Campus.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left to George’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be left to the Iowa State University Foundation.

Tribute from ISU Veterinary Medicine – written by Dave Gieseke: Christensen, George C. (February 21, 1924–)

–veterinarian, educator and photographer–was born in New York City. He went to Cornell University where he received three degrees – his doctorate in veterinary medicine (1949), master’s in science (1950), and Ph.D. (1953). After receiving his Ph.D., Christensen joined the faculty at Iowa State University’s College of Veteri- nary Medicine as an associate professor of veterinary anatomy from 1953–58. He served as professor and head of the Department of Veterinary Anatomy at Purdue University from 1958–63.

Christensen returned to Iowa State after being named dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, a position he held from 1963–65. Later he served Iowa State’s vice president for academic affairs from 1965–87. He also served as the executive director for international affairs from 1988–89.

Christensen’s chief professional interests included international education and programs, veterinary medical education, academic programs in higher education, and affirmative action in higher education. The author of numerous publications, his research activities focused on cardiovascular system, genito–urinary system and the history of veterinary medical education. He is the co–author of Anatomy of the Dog, a 941–page publica- tion published in 1964. George Christensen February 21, 1924 – August 1, 2020

Once in office as the vice president for academic affairs, Christensen had a significant impact on the university, an impact that continues to this day. The campus grew from less than 10,000 students to more than 25,000 during his tenure. He was responsible for curriculum changes and restructuring of academic departments throughout campus. One of Christensen’s goals was to eliminate division of disciplines by gender. He was instrumental in bringing the physical education courses, which were previously taught in different academic units for men and women, together in the College of Education. He created the College of Design at Iowa State by moving departments from three different colleges to form the new entity.

Christensen had a vision for a new veterinary medical complex, replacing the outdated facility in the “The Quad” on central campus. He laid the groundwork in the early ‘60s for the current College of Veterinary Medicine complex by securing a financial commitment from the State of Iowa. Through discussions and open forums with practitioners, faculty and students, the new facility was built and opened in 1974, while Chris- tensen was the vice president for academic affairs. His work on the project was recognized on July 31, 1997, with the dedication of Christensen Drive, the main road at the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Throughout this career at Iowa State, Christensen was a champion for international studies and for years for known as Iowa State’s unofficial “international coordinator.” Under his leadership, numerous faculty and student exchanges were established at Iowa State with countries around the globe. As an administrator, he was instrumental in the establishment of the World Food Institute and involved in many international organizations such as the Iowa Peace Institute and the Iowa Sister State programs. As relations thawed between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, Christensen was instrumental in developing programs at Iowa State with the People’s Republic of China. He established Iowa State’s first international student services center to assist international students and host foreign visitors. He recruited new faculty to campus to specifically teach international courses and enabled others to add international components to their courses through the university’s study abroad program.

Christensen’s awards and recognitions are numerous. He was named a Clarence Hartley Covault Distin- guished Professor in Veterinary Medicine in 1987 and was a recipient of an honorary doctoral degree from Purdue University in 1978. Throughout his career he was actively involved in the executive committee of the National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges and the National Advisory Research Resources Council. In 1982, Christensen was named a Diplomat–Scholar in the U.S. State Department. He served as a consultant for several countries including Egypt, Costa Rica, Taiwan and China.

The veterinarian also had an eye and talent for photography, dating back to his youth. He became interested in photography at an early age, teaching himself how to take photos and develop film through reading and experimentation. While in high school in Staten Island, New York, Christensen served as editor and photography editor for his high school newspaper. A series of his photographs were exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City while he was still in high school. He later had photography exhibits in galleries and museums in Iowa, Alaska and Indiana. George Christensen February 21, 1924 – August 1, 2020

Christensen married Janeth M. Reid of Ft. Edward, New York, and they had four children. She died in 1997. Christensen has since remarried to his wife Susan.

Sources: Christensen’s papers are in the University Archives, Special Collections, Iowa State University Library, Ames

Tribute from his son, Curtis Christensen:

George Christensen: 1953–58: Associate Professor of Veterinary Anatomy, College of Veterinary Medicine; 1963–1965: Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine and Professor of Veterinary Medicine; 1965–1987: Vice President for Academic Affairs; 1987–1989: Executive Director, International Programs; 1992–2020: Distin- guished Professor of Veterinary Medicine Emeritus

A highlight of his employment was his leadership role in the development, financing and construction of the College of Veterinary Medicine facilities situated on Christensen Drive in the South Campus.

Dr. Christensen’s lifelong avocation was photography and photographic art. It was a remarkable opportunity and privilege growing up to “assist” him in the meticulous darkroom creation of his images. Robert Christensen August 17, 1951 – June 16, 2019

Urbandale, IA – Memorial Service is 10:30 a.m., Friday, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Urbandale. Visi- tation is from 4:30–7:30 p.m., Thursday, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Burial will be at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery, in Adel Iowa. Elmer Clayton

December 19, 1919 – February 1, 2020

Elmer George Clayton, age 100, of Ames, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Green Hills Care Cen- ter in Ames.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, February 7, 2020 at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 1416 20th Street, Ames, Iowa. Friends may call from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Elmer was born on December 19, 1919, near Havelock in Pocahontas County, Iowa, the son of Pearl and Florence (Herscher) Clayton, and was raised by his mother and stepfather, Lloyd Emary. He graduated from Havelock High School in 1938, and joined the U.S. Navy in September 1941, where he was initially retained as an instructor at Great Lakes Naval Station. In mid–1943, he requested sea duty, where he served primarily as a signalman and communication liaison on the anti–aircraft cruiser USS Oakland, the British carrier HMS Rajah, and in the staff of Commander Aircraft Carrier Division 27. He was discharged on December 14, 1945.

Elmer attended Iowa State University from 1946 to 1949, graduating with a B.S. degree in civil engineering. He married the love of his life, Virginia Callen, on December 19, 1948, his 29th birthday. Three children were born to this marriage: Delores, Michael, and Melody.

Elmer held an Iowa registration as a professional civil engineer and was a registered land surveyor throughout his career. The majority of his career was spent as the county engineer at Keokuk and Scott counties, and at the Iowa Department of Transportation. Following his “retirement” from the Iowa Department of Trans- portation in 1984, he was employed in commission sales in Iowa and Nebraska and by the Federal Emergen- cy Management Agency (FEMA) until 1997. He has been an elder and deacon at Presbyterian Churches in Davenport and Ames; was a life member and officer in the Iowa County Engineer’s Association (ISAC); was a life member of the National Association of County Engineers (NACE); and was a life member and Regional Vice President of the County Officials Division of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA).

Survivors include his daughter, Delores (James) Seeman of Beaman; son, Michael (Deanna) Clayton of Ames; daughter, Melody (Mark) Bro of Montour; nine grandchildren: JoAnn (Erich) Hinschberger, Jamie (Daniel) Shonkwiler, Michaela Seeman (fiancé Jeremy Cue), Sara Clayton, Andrew (Mattie) Clayton, Samuel (Abbey) Bro, Chris (Amanda) Bro, Laura Bro, and Eric Bro; ten great–grandchildren; sister, Velma George of West Des Moines; brother, Robert Emary of Worthington, MN. Elmer was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather; his wife, Virginia; sisters, Opal, Martha, and Fern.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Elmer’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family for future designation. Donna Cleasby

November 25, 1928 – June 14, 2019

Donna J. Cleasby, 90, died June 14, 2019 at the Northcrest Health Center, Ames, Iowa.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on June 22, 2019 at First Baptist Church, Ames with Rev. Da- vid Russell with lunch to follow. A private family burial of cremated remains will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for the family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. Memorials can be made to Northcrest Inc, 1801 20th St, Ames, IA 50010 where she received loving care in the Health Center.

Donna was born November 25, 1928 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Clifford Haugh and Hyla (Timmons) Haugh. She graduated from Madison West High School in 1946. She attended the University of Wisconsin and Layton School of Art in Milwaukee, WI. She met John L (Jack) Cleasby before moving to Milwaukee to study art and dress design in 1947. They continued their relationship while Donna continued her studies in Milwaukee. After Jack’s graduation in Civil Engineering at UW, they were married on Sept. 2, 1950 in Madison. They continued living in Madison while Jack did graduate studies and Donna was the primary support with her jobs, ending at Madison Gas & Electric Co. They moved to follow Jack’s employment opportunities, first to Gary, Indiana and later to Chicago where they lived in North Riverside, Illinois and she worked at International Harvester. In 1954, they moved to Ames, Iowa when Jack joined the ISU faculty.

Later, three children joined the family, Teresa in 1957, Richard in 1959 and Lynne in 1965. The family enjoyed many domestic travels, camping, water sports and winter sports together. Donna used her sewing skills from art school to craft many clothes for the children and herself. She and Jack loved to dance and exercised that love wherever the opportunity occurred.

Donna enjoyed classes at the Octagon, was an active member of First Baptist Church (Ames), involved in many church activities. After a year in England with her family (1975–76), she became active in Friends of Foreign Wives including service as president for two years. She became very active assisting a Laotian family sponsored by her church assisting with English, transportation and homemaking, becoming mom and grandma to the parents and 4 children of that family. She also assisted YSS in their “Children at Risk” program and with other volunteer activities. She enjoyed cooking and hosted many national and international students in her home. She and Jack did extensive international travelling, visiting 34 countries on five continents, some multiple times. Donna was a 50 year member of the Iowa State University Women’s Club. In the latter half of her life, she experienced a series of debilitating health problems, but she was an optimistic person and continued to persevere in spite of those difficulties. Donna Cleasby November 25, 1928 – June 14, 2019

Donna is survived by her husband of 68 years, son Rick (Kathy) Cleasby and daughter Lynne (Brian) Miller, and by 7 grandchildren, 15 great–grandchildren and 5 great–great–grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her elder daughter Teresa (Teri Ochiltree in 2017) and her parents.

Tribute by her husband John Cleasby –

Donna was the spouse of John L Cleasby , formerly of Civil Engineering faculty. She was the gracious host to many civil engineering graduate students and to foreign wives. She was active in the Friends of Foreign Wives organization including two years as chair. John “Jack” Cleasby March 1, 1928 – March 24, 2021

John L. “Jack” Cleasby, age 93, died on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Northcrest Health Center, Ames, Iowa Friends may call from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Friday, April 9, 2021 at the Adams Funeral Home. A private family memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church in Ames. The service will be livestreamed and a link will be available on the Tribute Wall of Jack’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website. Burial will be held in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

John L. Cleasby was born March 1, 1928 in Madison, Wisconsin to Clarence Allen and Othelia Amanda (Swanson) Cleasby. He graduated from East High School in Madison and served in the U. S. Navy in 1945 and 1946. He received his BS and MS degrees in civil engineering from the University of Wisconsin in 1950 and 1951, and his Ph. D. degree from Iowa State University in sanitary engineering in 1960.

He was on the civil engineering faculty at Iowa State University from 1954 until his retirement in 1994, serving as Instructor through Professor, and in 1983 was appointed Anson Marston Distinguished Pro- fessor in Engineering. He was major professor for 49 M.S. and 13 Ph.D. graduates. He was granted the Outstanding Teacher Award from the University in 1977 and the David R Boylan Eminent Faculty Award for Research in 1989. He served as Visiting Professor of Civil Engineering at University College London for one year in 1975–1976.

He was active in several professional organizations and served as division officer in the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), and as President of the Iowa Sections of those two organizations. He received 9 national awards from AWWA and ASCE for his research publications. He was elected Honorary Member of AWWA in 1986 and granted the Abel Wol- man Award from AWWA in 1997. He was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 1983.

He taught short courses on modern drinking water treatment practices in 9 countries in Latin America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East for the World Health Organization, the Pan American Health Organiza- tion, and for specific institutions. He consulted on water treatment problems in this country and internationally.

He married Donna Jean Haugh on September 2, 1950. Over the years, they have enjoyed extensive domestic and international travel together, family events, sailing, dancing, and winter sports (in earlier years). Since retirement, Jack resumed his golf hobby, developed an interest in computers, an active member of Kiwanis Club and weekly ping–pong games with his life–long friends residing at Northcrest. John “Jack” Cleasby March 1, 1928 – March 24, 2021

He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ames, sang in the choir, served multiple terms on the Trust- ees, two terms as Treasurer totaling 16 years, and on other committees and boards. He was involved in community service, serving 9 years on the Board of Directors of Youth & Shelter Services, and as property manager for Story County Housing in its early years. He and Donna have provided long time assistance to a Laotian refugee family sponsored by the church.

Survivors are son, Richard (Kathryn) Cleasby; daughter, Lynne (Brian) Miller; a one brother, James; two sisters, Rita and Patricia. Also, grandsons: Sean (Christina) Miller, Craig & Troy Miller, Jeffrey (Tonya) Fitch, Christopher (Stephanie) Fitch; granddaughters: Nicole (Nathan) Maher and Danielle (Joshua) Priebe: 15 greatgrandchildren and 6 great–great–grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Donna (2019); parents, Clarence & Othelia Cleasby; his daughter, Teresa Ochiltree; a sister–in–law, Charlene Cleasby; and two brothers–in–law, James Honnold and Charles Cook.

Jack was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Donna. He welcomed and loved all people. He was a generous person giving of himself in all ways. He was so proud of his family. His Christian faith was so important to him and it reflected in how he lived his life and how he respected and treated his family, his students, faculty members and friends.

Tribute by Nancy Qvale:

John “Jack” Cleasby was a Distinguished Professor, Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering Depart- ment, 1954–1993

Dr. Cleasby was a highly regarded researcher whose work emphasized filtration methods of water and wastewater. He was elected to membership in the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) in 1983, becoming the first NAE member at Iowa State. Election to the NAE is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer.

Jack enjoyed a great deal of national and international acclaim, yet was quite approachable. He was generous, both professionally and personally. I met him after he retired from Iowa State at the department’s semi– annual emeritus faculty breakfasts. He always had a smile and a story to share. Robert Cody February 23, 1935 – June 12, 2019

Robert Dow Francis Cody, age 84, of Ames, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Green Hills Health Care Center in Ames.

Robert was born February 23, 1935 in Oklahoma City to Joseph Francis and Frances (Tucker) Cody. He graduated from John Carroll Elementary School in May 1949 and in 1953 from Bishop McGuiness High School where he won the Scholastic Art Award and a scholarship to study at the Layton School of Art in Milwaukee, Wisconsin while taking academic classes at Marquette University. In 1955, he set sail on the Queen Mary from New York to Paris, France where he studied at the Academy de La Grande Chaumiere under the direction of the world–renowned French sculptor, Osip Zadkine.

He returned to the states and completed an undergraduate degree in geology from St. Louis University in 1960, a M.A. degree in geology from the University of Wyoming in 1962 and a Ph.D. degree in Geology from the University of Colorado in 1968.

On July 16, 1967, Robert married fellow geologist, Anita Meleshka in East Meadow, New York. Their marriage was blessed with two children: Elizabeth in 1970 and Nicholas Robert in 1973. In September 1967, Robert began teaching geology at Iowa State University where he taught classes in chemical sedimen- tation, clay minerology, invertebrate paleontology, mineralogy, earth materials, aqueous geochemistry and contaminant hydrogeology. He taught at an NSF Summer Field Institute for Earth Science Teachers at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico (1970) and at the ISU Karl Vondra Field Camp in Shell, Wyoming. He served as the thesis director to 26 ISU graduate students and obtained grants to support his research and their work. Grants from the Academy of Applied Sciences (1982–2000) supported the summer work of Ames High students growing crystals and working in his laboratory.

Among the many scientific papers that he published, he and Anita co–authored 18 publications and many lectures at scientific meetings. After the International Geologic Congress in Beijing, China, they traveled to Tibet, Nepal and Thailand. They also traveled to Russia, the Republic of Georgia, Cyprus, Egypt, Isra- el, Morocco, Mexico, most European and South American countries, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Hawaii and throughout the United States.

Robert retired from ISU as an Emeritus Professor of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences in 2001. He was a longtime member of the Order of the Knoll. It is requested that contributions in his name be made to the student scholarship fund in Geological Sciences at ISU.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and his older brother, Joseph (Fr. Aelred Cody O.S.B.) He is Robert Cody February 23, 1935 – June 12, 2019

survived by his wife, Anita; daughter, Elizabeth Cody and her husband, Brian Hayes D.V.M. (ISU) of rural Ka- lona and their children, Lily and Robbie Hayes; and son, Nicholas Robert Cody of Chicago. He is also survived by his good friend, Fred DeLuca, of Ames.

Robert has requested that he be cremated and that his cremains be buried in the rural English River Ceme- tery in Keokuk County, Iowa together with the Hayes family relatives that he enjoyed many good times with. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2019 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., Ames. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home. Bettina “Tina” Compton May 21, 1938 – July 30, 2020

Bettina “Tina” Compton, age 82, of Madrid and formerly of Slater, died Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the Madrid Home in Madrid.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM Monday August 24, 2020, at the Nelson Park Pavilion in Slat- er, with Chaplain Marshall Felderman of the Madrid Home officiating. The family will greet friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Pavilion before the service. Inurnment will be in the Slater Cemetery.

Tina was born May 21, 1938, in Churdan, Iowa, the daughter of Virgil and Maxine (Dillavou) Long. She graduated from Greene County High School. Tina was united in marriage to Don “Knobby” Compton at the Methodist Church in Jefferson, Iowa. Knobby and Tina made their home in Slater.

Tina was a “go–getter”, giving her time and energy to a variety of church and community causes and events. She loved getting involved and making a difference from VBS to Campfire Girls, community–wide variety shows and swimming pool fundraisers. Contrary to popular belief, Tina was not bossy – she just had better ideas.

Tina truly believed the more, the merrier; welcoming people into her home and life and making them feel known and loved. Music and singing brought her great joy and she shared that joy with a generation of Slater’s kids. Tina and her guitar were a favorite.

Tina had placed her faith and trust in Jesus Christ and those of us who lived life with her were privileged to watch Him transform her more and more into His image. She loved imperfectly, but she loved deeply. She will be greatly missed.

Tina is survived by her children, Dan Compton (Dawna Wilkinson) and Summer (Robert) Vespestad; five grandchildren, Devon Compton, Aidan Compton, Lenna (Eric) DePenning, Erick (Melanie) Vespestad and Luke Vespestad; two great–grandchildren, Summer Rae and Ruth Elaine DePenning; and her big brother, Virgil “Curly” (Karon) Long.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. William Cook April 12, 1929 – February 4, 2021

Dr. William John Cook passed away February 4, 2021. Son of Earl Zack and Vera Florence (DePoy) Cook, Bill was born April 12, 1929, in Des Moines. He graduated from Des Moines East High School in 1948 and joined the Army in 1951. Bill married Laura Kate Edwards of Sulphur Springs, TN, on May 23, 1953 in Washington, D.C.

Bill attended Iowa State University, receiving his BS, MS, and PhD degrees in mechanical engineering. He joined the ME faculty at ISU in 1958 and retired in 2001. Bill was active at Collegiate United Methodist Church and the Ames Izaak Walton League. He was an avid hunter and delighted in making his own black powder muzzle–loading rifles.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers, Albert and Harold, and is survived by his wife Laura; their two children, Sharon (Gerald) Schmidt of Naperville, IL, and Donald (Monica Nehm) Cook of Stanwood, WA; two grandchildren, Willow Cook and Forest Cook; and many nieces and nephews. Joanna Courteau

January 1, 1900 – July 5, 2020

Joanna WS Courteau, 81, formerly of Elkins, Ark. (most recently living in Ann Arbor, Michigan) died July 5, 2020, at home in Ann Arbor, after a brief illness.

She was born in 1939, in Lwów, Poland, to Ryszard Wojtowicz and Lidia (Bukstejn) Wojtowicz during World War II. Her family were war refugees and eventually settled in Brazil. She emigrated to the U.S. in 1956 to attend the University of Minnesota, where she met Richard (Dick) Courteau in a Spanish class. They married in 1959, completed graduate studies at University of Wisconsin, and then moved to Virginia to teach Spanish at small colleges, while also having two children there. They moved to Arkansas in 1967 to teach at the University of Arkansas, and purchased the Tom Dunaway place in the Pinnacle Commu- nity (Madison County) near Elkins. Although not a farm girl, Joanna enjoyed learning about gardening and preserving from the neighbors, picking blackberries and making cobbler and jam in between grading papers.

Joanna taught Spanish at University of Arkansas until 1971, while being active in progressive political causes. She and Dick co–organized and led the first Earth Day rally at the U of A, harnessing a team of horses to pull a wagon to the Fayetteville campus to use as a stage for speakers. They then took the team and wagon around their neighborhood to clean up roadside trash, and for years afterward they sponsored annual neighborhood cleanups.

Joanna was a wonderful cook and a warm entertainer. She hosted small dinners and big parties for her students as well as a large community of academics, international visitors, and political activists. She loved nothing more than gathering a group and sharing food, and it was not uncommon for students and or members of the community who were at loose ends to come for a party and stay for a night, a week, or a month or two, until they were back on their feet.

In 1971, Joanna left University of Arkansas for faculty position at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, where she was active in promoting international and diversity studies and multicultural understanding, and was instrumental in adding Portuguese to the curriculum, as well as teaching Spanish. However, she continued to return to Arkansas each summer, and together the family operated Rimrock Ranch School of Horsemanship, teaching horse skills to young people during summer camps from 1973–76. Although Joanna and Dick divorced in 1976, they continued to own their Ozark farm jointly, and she maintained a cordial relationship with Dick’s second family and visited periodically. She dearly hoped to find a way to preserve the natural beauty, biodiversity, and cultural history of the property.

After her divorce, Joanna married Charles Gratto, a professor of agricultural economics at Iowa State, in 1977. She retired from Iowa State University in 2007 after teaching for more than 40 years. In retirement, she and Charlie became interested in screenwriting, and they worked on a number of screenplays Joanna Courteau January 1, 1900 – July 5, 2020 together. After Charlie’s death, Joanna moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, to be close to her two grandchildren. She dedicated her “retirement” to being a devoted grandmother, attending every school event, concert, and play that the grandkids were involved in, as well volunteering for many and diverse social justice causes. She also grew interested in storytelling, and one of her stories is featured in NPR’s Moth podcast.

Her friends describe her as a scholar, a storyteller, an actress, an activist, a migrant, a wife, a mother, a uni- versal grandmother, a seeker, and most of all, an example of radical, unconditional love and generosity. She will be missed by her family and large community of friends, and her former husband remembers her fondly as the best friend of his life.

Two memorial services will be held to celebrate Joanna’s life at a later time when it is safe to gather for food and fellowship—one in Ann Arbor, Mich., and one in Ames, Iowa. To learn about either memorial, register at https://bit.ly/JoannasMemorial.

Memorial contributions can be made in her name to The OMNI Center for Peace, Justice, and Ecology (3274 N. Lee Ave, Fayetteville, Ark., 72703) or to Friends United Meeting (Communications Department, 101 Quaker Hill Drive, Richmond, Ind., 47374).

Arrangements were entrusted to Nie Family Funeral Home, 3767 W. Liberty Rd., Ann Arbor, Mich., 48103. For more information please visit www.niefuneralhomes.com.

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution: When Joanna Courteau first joined the Iowa State faculty as a Spanish and Portuguese instructor in 1971, she was one of nine new faculty members. “It wasn’t my intention to stay for 35 years but that’s how it happened,” she recalled upon her retirement celebration in 2007.

During her tenure and Iowa State, Joanna taught a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses in Spanish and Portuguese languages, literatures and cultures. She wrote two books, published more than 50 articles, reviews and delivered countless papers at national and international conferences. She was recognized nationally and internationally for contributions to the study of literature by women, literature of national identity and literature dealing with ideological paradigms of the 20th century. Joanna was also the winner of the 1997 Wilton Park International Award for her work overseas. A major reason for that award was her creation and direction of the Iowa State semester–long study abroad program in Valladolid, Spain, the first study abroad opportunity offered solely for Iowa State students. In 1999, she achieved the rank of University Professor.

Joanna had been instrumental in the development of the international studies major in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. While she served as vice president of the Faculty Senate, Joanna proposed and ultimately led the passage of the International Perspectives requirement for all Iowa State students. Joanna’s international activities weren’t confined only to campus. She served as associate editor of Hispania and was the founder and first president of the American Portuguese Studies Association. Upon her retirement, Joanna relocated to Ann Arbor, Michigan to be near her grandchildren. When she passed away at home on July 5, 2020, she was 81 years old. Harold Crawford

February 9, 1925 – May 27, 2020

Harold Reid Crawford, part of “America’s Greatest Generation”, passed away after 95 years on May 27, 2020, concluding a long and rewarding life. He was born on a family farm in Clinton, Pennsylvania on February 9, 1925.

Harold was raised in the farming communities of Clinton and Beaver, Pennsylvania during The Great De- pression and graduated from Beaver High School in 1943. He enlisted in the Navy at the age of 18, just a few days after his high school graduation. He was assigned to an amphibious assault ship, Landing Ship Tank (LST) 555 during the war, serving in the Pacific theatre.

He returned to Beaver in March of 1946, and then attended Tarkio College in Missouri. It was at Tarkio where he met his future wife, Rachel McGowan, and they were married on June 5, 1948. At the time of Harold’s death, he and Rachel had celebrated almost 72 years of marriage. Throughout their life together, Harold and Rachel were a team, supporting each other with love and respect in all that they did.

Harold enrolled at Iowa State University as a transfer student in the fall of 1948. After graduating from ISU with a degree in Agriculture Education in 1950, Harold taught high school vocational agriculture classes in Story City and Sac City, Iowa. He earned a master’s degree from ISU while teaching in Story City (1955) and returned to ISU in 1965 to teach in the Ag. Ed. Department. He earned his Ph.D. in Ag. Education in 1969 from ISU and served as department head for a number of years. Dr. Crawford taught countless students over his 15 years as a high school teacher as well as his 42 years teaching at ISU. In 1969 he was named Professor of the Year by students in the College of Agriculture.

Harold served as Associate and Assistant Dean and Director of International Agriculture programs in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences at Iowa State. He helped establish the College of Agriculture’s off– campus bachelor’s degree program and oversaw the college’s (and Iowa’s) first satellite class. He was instrumental in setting up cooperative programs with the University of Costa Rica and establishing student exchange programs in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and the Ukraine. Additionally, he spent countless hours coordinating Ag. Ed. efforts with African– American and Tribal (Native American) colleges. Harold had an office on Iowa State’s campus even after retiring in 2007 and enjoyed teaching so much that it’s been said he retired three different times.

Iowa State’s Ag. Ed. Department celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2011, with Harold serving for more than 50 of those years. At that time, the Harold and Rachel Crawford Agricultural Teacher Education Com- plex was named to honor them in Curtiss Hall. His legacy and passion for teaching will live on in these classrooms. Harold Crawford February 9, 1925 – May 27, 2020

Dr. Crawford remained dedicated and passionate about teaching throughout his life. He received numerous awards over the years, including Outstanding International Service Award, Alumni Medal for Distinguished Service to Iowa State, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences George Washington Carver Distinguished Service Award, and was named one of the Nation’s Top 10 Leaders in Agriculture Education throughout the history of Ag. Ed. He was named Outstanding Agricultural Teacher/Educator in the United States in 1992, and received many other awards and honors over his years of teaching.

A 55–year member of Northminster Presbyterian Church, Crawford served in multiple leadership roles within the church, including Elder and Deacon. Serving the Lord through church service gave him incredible joy, as did his love of singing various beloved hymns. He will be remembered fondly in the halls of Green Hills’ skilled nursing care, still singing.

Harold is survived by his wife Rachel; sons Reid Crawford of Washington D.C., Bob (Ruth) Crawford of Ames, and David (Carolyn) Crawford of Dallas. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren Matt (Katie) Crawford and Drew (Abbey) Crawford of Ames, Jason (Shelly) Crawford of Columbus, OH and Megan (John David) Scoz- zaro of Dallas as well as 8 great–grandchildren, with two more on the way. Harold was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Mary Crawford, his sisters Robertine Johnson and Lois Anderson, his grandson Joel Marshall Crawford and great–grandson Kade Garrett Crawford.

Perhaps no motto was more important to Harold’s philosophy and passion for teaching than this: “To teach is to serve. To serve is to give. To give is to live.” He will be remembered as an effective and innovative educator, a teacher of teachers. Harold depended on his faith in God while making major decisions in his life, as well as the support of family and friends. He valued life, greeted it with joy and a positive attitude and knew no stranger.

A celebration of Harold’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, any memorial gifts may be directed to Northminster Presbyterian Church or the Iowa State University Foundation. John Creswell

February 21, 1940 – October 9, 2020

John L Creswell, age 80 of New Braunfels, died on October 9, 2020. He was born on February 21, 1940 in Muscatine, Iowa, to John Stanley Creswell and Emma Mildred Creswell. He married Dorothy A. Mefford, August 28, 1965 in Wapello, Iowa. He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy Creswell of New Braunfels, TX, sister–in–law Patricia Morrison, niece Theresa Kitterman (Kerry); and nephew William Morrison (Jodi). He was preceded in death by his father John Stanley Creswell, his mother Emma Mildred Creswell, brother–in–law Robert Morrison and nephew Joseph Morrison. He received a Doctorate in Agricultural Education from Iowa State University. His professional career was with the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant and Iowa State University Extension Service

Tribute by his wife, Dorothy Creswell:

From 1974–80 John Creswell was the Calhoun County Extension Director. 1980–88 Extension Area Crop Production Specialist, Cedar Rapids Area. 1988–99 Area Crop Production Specialist, Central Iowa. 1999– 2002 Statewide Nutrient Management Education Program Coordinator.

From 1999–2002, John served as the statewide Nutrient Management Education Program Coordinator. The focus was on crop nutrient management by farmers and agri–business with the goals of getting the most return from dollars spent on fertilizer, the most benefit from livestock manure applied and protecting and improving water quality. Initially he had 52 Iowans from different backgrounds and agencies help determine which practices were most important. Then John and his team developed eleven new information sheets and produced 89 “Nutrient Management Minute” radio programs distributed to radio stations throughout Iowa to disseminate best management practices and practical answers.

John Creswell was focused on service to others. He was active in many organizations, but especially Lions Clubs International in his retirement. He was President of the New Braunfels Noon Lions Club. More than an officer he helped with many of the Club’s services including vision screening and LEO clubs for youth. Each August through December for several mornings each week he helped with the vision screening project. They went to pre–schools, elementary and middle schools providing preliminary vision screening over five thousand students each year. If an optometrist determined a student flagged with a vision problem needed corrective lenses but could not afford them the Lions Club was able to help. For several years he coordinated the New Braunfels area LEO Clubs for youth in 5th through 12th grade which provided leadership training, service experiences such as workdays at the Texas Lions Camp, and other project opportunities. Phyllis Cunningham August 23, 1933 – March 22, 2021

Phyllis Claire Cunningham, 87, of North Liberty, Iowa passed away peacefully on March 22, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospital after suffering a hemorrhagic brain stem stroke. In celebration of her life, a memorial service will be held Saturday March 27, 2021 at noon at the Mackey United Methodist Church of rural Boone: 288 V Avenue, Story City, Iowa. Family and friends are invited to gather there beginning at 11am. A light lunch will be served immediately after the service; with a graveside burial to follow at Linwood Park Cemetery in Boone, Iowa. The memorial service will be livestreamed for the many friends and family members who are not able to attend. The link to watch the service may be found on the Tribute Wall on Phyllis’ obituary page at www.lensingfuneral.com.

Phyllis was born August 23, 1933 in Ames, Iowa to Robert Roy and Iona Ann (Hoffman) Wilcox. She grew up in Boone where she graduated high school just before marrying Norman Henry Knight on June 30, 1950. The couple had two children: David and Chere. Being a mother to her children was a great joy and is what kept her going after Norman’s death in 1984.

Having dedicated 25 years in food service at Iowa State University she retired in 1992. While there she enjoyed mentoring college students and feeding the many young learners. After retirement Phyllis married Bryce Allen Cunningham on May 23, 1992 in Iowa City where the couple spent 28 memorable years until his death on May 15, 2020.

She had numerous hobbies throughout the stages of her life. In her early years Phyllis loved to play piano, sing, and square dance. After raising children, she found enjoyment flower gardening, traveling with Bryce and participating in Red Hat Society events. As age set in, she found joy in family gatherings filled with great food, laughter, and board games. She also loved to share a beer, or two.

Phyllis is survived by two children: Dave (Mary) Knight and Chere Knight–Miller; three stepchildren: Catherine Cunningham, James (Lisa) Cunningham and John (Renee) Cunningham; five grandchildren: Dan (Jill) Knight, Amy Knight, Alisha (Ben) Horgen, Aaron Miller (Sammy Bengtson) and Elayna Cunningham; four great–grandchildren: Evelyn Knight, Leah Knight, Selma Horgen and Henry Horgen who all affectionately refer to her as Grams and Great–Grams. Grams will be remembered for her loving and caring nature.

She was preceded in death by husbands: Bryce Cunningham and Norman Knight; her parents; brother Kenneth Wilcox; sister Marie Harris and stepson Robert Cunningham. James Curell February 2, 1953 – April 19, 2020

James Willis Curell passed away April 19, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City at the age of 67.

Jim was born in Boone, Iowa, on Feb. 2, 1953, to Willis (“Bill”) Curell and Marilee (Oxenford) Curell. The second of three children, Jim was raised in a Baptist household devoted to Christ. Through Bill and Marilee, Jim learned the virtues of compassion for others and patience, which would be tested many times by his future children and grandchildren. He also picked up Bill and Marilee’s sense of humor and unshakeable faith.

During the summer of 1970, Kim Franklin caught Jim’s eye at a local swimming pool. They had their first date on July 4 of that year and remained sweethearts from that point forward. He graduated from Boone High School in 1971, attended DMACC, and married Kim on Sept. 20, 1975. In 1980, they welcomed their first son, Andrew, followed by their second son, Ryan, in 1983. Jim lived in Boone for most of his life.

In addition to his nearly 40 years as a furniture salesman at Redekers, Jim spent much of his time on the golf course. He played countless holes at Boone Golf & Country Club (now Cedar Pointe Golf Course) and Honey Creek Golf Club. Known informally as “The Legend,” Jim was recognized as Iowa Amateur of the Year in 1979 and as Iowa Senior Player of the Year in 2010. He also won several state and regional tourna- ments during more than 50 years of play.

His love for golf was pure and obsessive. He would often spend lunch breaks at the putting green, per- fecting his short game. Those who played with Jim appreciated his effortless swing and enjoyment of the game, as well as the high standards he set for himself. He was simply a humble golfer who loved summer days, hitting par (or better), and the sound of tapping a ball into the hole.

In 2005, Jim underwent heart surgery to replace his aortic and mitral valves. It was during this time he focused his energies more on his family and friends. On the Back Nine of his life, he became a grandfather three times, retired early, and settled into his home near the second tee of Honey Creek Golf Club. Many of his days were filled maintaining grounds at Honey Creek, fishing at a nearby pond and judging tee–offs from the view of his kitchen, in between televised sporting events and sitcom reruns.

A devoted son, Jim passed time with his dad playing cribbage, and inherited from Bill a love of sports, especially for the Chicago Cubs, Iowa Hawkeyes and – if they were not playing the Hawks – the Iowa State Cyclones. The Golf Channel was a must–have of any home cable package, a constant and reliable fallback if the Cubs were not playing. James Curell February 2, 1953 – April 19, 2020

Like his father, Jim was known simply as one of the good guys. He liked to drive, usually commandeering the vehicle for long stretches of road during annual vacations on the way to and from South Carolina. He was funny, though without meanness. He was quick to break a tough moment, making it all right to smile or laugh. He was a voice of reason and did not suffer fools. Jim was a picky eater and, for some reason, did not like cheese. (As he would say, “I like what I like.”) His sage advice included warning people to be careful while backing up, and to have fun no matter where you were heading – whether it was a simple errand or a night out with friends.

He was a stubborn yet giving man. Though he would (jokingly) grumble about adding a swimming pool, he became its most frequent visitor and where he could be found most warm months of the year.

Throughout his life, Jim created a circle of friends with whom he spoke to and texted often. Off the golf course, he embraced his role of “cabana boy” and host to many in the neighborhood who were welcomed to take a dip or sit poolside with a cold beverage.

In addition to his wife of nearly 45 years and his brother, Ken (Cathy) Curell of Boone, Jim is survived by two sons, Andy of Boone and Ryan (Emily) of Des Moines. He was a loving and doting grandfather to Josie, Wil- liam and Alexander. He is preceded in death by his parents, mother–in–law, Lorene Franklin, and his beloved sister, Cathy.

His body was cremated. A small, private service will be held for family on Friday, April 24, at Schroeder– Stark–Welin in Boone. A memorial celebration of Jim’s life will be announced for a later date this summer. Memorials may be made to the family and will be used to memorialize Jim with a stone bench to be placed at Honey Creek.

Jim had a strong, quiet faith that helped him persevere through life’s challenges. Though the last months of his life were difficult, they also brought him even closer to his wife. His final days were happy because of the unconditional love shared with Kim. His welcome to paradise was no doubt filled with fairways and greens. He would want the rest of us to stay out of the rough and, of course, to have fun.

The Memorial Service for James Willis Curell will be lived streamed at 10:00 a.m. on Friday April 24, 2020 on our Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/SchroederStarkWelin/

The service will still be able to be viewed on our Facebook Page after the live stream has concluded. Online Condolences may be left at www.schroederfuneral.com Patricia Dale May 19, 1940 – September 22, 2019

Patricia Ann Dale, 79, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019. A visitation will be held on Friday, September 27, 2019 from 5–7pm at St. Petri Lutheran Church (804 Grand Ave., Story City, IA 50248). A funeral service will take place on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 10:30 am at St. Petri Lutheran church; burial will follow services in the Story City Cemetery.

Patricia was born on May 19, 1940, in Nevada, Iowa to Tennard and Marie (Corbin) Oliverson. Patricia grew up in Story City, and graduated from Story City High School in 1958.

She was married to Richard Eugene Dale and from this union she was blessed with three sons; Kevin, Bryan and Mark. Patricia later married Richard Peter in 1996 and expanded her family to four daughters, their children and grandchildren.

Patricia began working for Iowa State University in 1967 and after 35 years, retired from her position of many years as the Accounts Receivable Business Manager. While there, she received the ISU Regents Award for Staff Excellence.

Patricia and Richard enjoyed spending their winters in Tucson, Arizona. She enjoyed spending time with friends poolside, swimming and relaxing. She treasured time spent with her many grandchildren. Patri- cia’s faith in Jesus was strong and through her life belonged to St. Petri in Story City, Bethesda Lutheran in Ames and Desert Hope in Tucson.

Those who knew Patricia will remember her as a strong woman of faith, devoted to her family, “mother” too many, role model, confidant, counselor and friend. As a mother of three boys she taught them to pray, to know between right and wrong and that they belonged to Jesus. This surely earned her extra jewels in her heavenly crown.

Patricia is survived by her husband; Richard Peter, children; Kevin (Kim) Dale, Bryan Dale, Mark (Kathy) Dale, Sheri (Larry) Potts, Tamie (Dean) Tiedemann, Colette Peter, Michelle (Brian) McSpadden, grandchildren; Aaron, Ellen and Emily Dale, Amanda Dale, Meagan (Kyle) Harding, Bryan (Sarah) Dale, Brian Larson, Katie Larson, Heather (Christopher) Reyes, Chelsey Tiedemann, Ashley (Maxwell) Peter, Hailey (Abraham) McSpadden, Zachary Peter, Nicholas McSpadden, Jamie (Ryan) Smith, Brittney (Josh) Far- num , Cody (Elizabeth) Tiedemann, great–grandchildren; Charlie and Natalie Harding, Mackenzie Maw- by, Eli and Liam Smith, Aubrianna and Sophia Farnum, Olivia Tiedemann, Charleston Reyes, and sisters; Charlotte Campbell and Vicki Guse.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; Tenard and Marie Oliverson, brothers; David and Philip Oliverson. Charlotte Davis March 10, 1941 – January 8, 2020

The family of an elderly couple found dead in their home this week as a result of a murder/suicide has re- leased a statement, saying they believe depression over health problems and finances led to the deaths of 79–year–old Richard Davis and 78–year–old Charlotte Davis.

The Davis’ were discovered deceased in their Colo home Wednesday morning by a family member. Capt. Nicholas Lennie with the Story County Sheriff’s Office confirms its investigation indicates Richard Davis shot his wife before killing himself.

As part of the statement, the family said, “While technically, our father committed an act of domestic violence, we believe this is not the household we knew. We believe this is more about depression and the desparation[sic] that comes with the stress of declining health and financial struggle.”

The statement also said Richard had been dealing with heart problems over the last year and, “Despite repeated attempts from medical professionals, he rejected some of the offered treatments due to concerns of hopitalization[sic] and cost.”

The family says though offers of financial help had been made, the Davis’ were “set in their ways.” “At the end, we believe this was a shared decision to relieve their perceived burden upon their family. Either way, it leaves us heartbroken that the cornerstones of our family are gone, ” the statement goes on to say. The family is urging people to reach out to loved ones and open up a dialogue about mental health. Nancy Dean March 25, 1936 – August 28, 2019

Nancy Sunstrom Dean, age 83 of Boone, died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Ames on August 28, 2019.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Boone with Rev. Dave Swinton officiating. Burial will be in the Linwood Park Cemetery.

Nancy Carol (Fairchild) Dean, was born in Moline, Illinois on March 25, 1936, the daughter of Earl and Louise (Sesker) Fairchild. She graduated from Jordan High School in Jordan, Iowa in 1954.

On December 27, 1957, Nancy married Robert ‘Bob’ Sunstrom in Boone. The couple later divorced. On June 2, 1986, Nancy married Harold ‘Tex’ Dean in Boone. Nancy worked as an administrative assistant at Iowa State University, retiring in 1999. For the individuals that were lucky enough to have met Nan- cy, know she was the most genuine, kind, loving, sweet, and caring person around. She had a heart of gold. She did anything for anyone around her; no questions asked. She always made sure no one left the dinner table or her house without a sweet treat, which usually included Whitey’s ice creams, sherbet, or Little Debbie’s. Family will miss her sweet smile, fun sense of humor, love for family get togethers, coffee, pictures, and sweet treats.

During retirement, she enjoyed joining her husband, Tex at various musical gigs he played in visiting with dear friends she made. She spent her down time playing solitaire, keeping up with family and friends through Facebook and visiting tea rooms once a month with friends. She was an avid Hobby Lobby shop- per, garage sale goer, doll collector, and loved spending time at home with their husky, Lucky. She loved celebrating the holidays and enjoyed supporting her grandkids in all of their extra–curricular activities near and far. She led by example. There was never a job too large or too small that she would not tackle. Nancy was a strong, determined, and kind woman. We will miss her every day.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, Dennis; a step son, Jerry Dean.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Tex of the Madrid Home in Madrid; three sons, Jeff (Linda) Sunstrom of Boone and their family, Jaryd (Jess) Sunstrom and children Chase and Camryn Sunstrom of Ankeny and Blayne Sunstrom and fiancée Hannah Halvorson of Madrid, Mike Sunstrom and companion, Jo Hove Martin of Boone and Mike’s family, Cassidy (Kyle) Haman of Conroe, Texas, Jake (Corenna) Allen and their daughter, Emma Rae Allen of Graniteville, South Carolina, and Katie Allen of Eureka, Missouri, Ron (Lisa) Sunstrom of Boone and their family, Tyler (Kelcey) Sunstrom of Des Moines, Lynsey (Jon) Paulson of Cedar Rapids, and Ryan Sunstrom and friend Aubrey Schimtt of Ames; a daughter, Marsha (Brian) Mor- ris of Cottage Grove, Minnesota and their family, Brock and Megan Morris of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; a step daughter, Wendy Ferguson of California and her daughter, Katrina Ferguson. Nancy Dean March 25, 1936 – August 28, 2019

Tribute by Psychology Department Chair, Susan Cross

Nancy served as Secretary in the Department of Psychology for many years. Ms. Dean was the smiling face that greeted visitors to the Department of Psychology. She adeptly handled questions, gave directions, and managed mountains of paperwork. Nancy also served as our graduate secretary, where she interfaced with legions of graduate students. She was always cheerful, respectful, attentive to their needs, and responsive. Paul Doak January 5, 1929 – May 12, 2019

Paul Douglas Doak, 90, passed away on May 12, 2019 in Columbia, Missouri.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, May 16 at 2:00 pm, at Columbia Cemetery with full military honors.

Paul was born on a farm south of Gallatin, Missouri to Edgar Parker and Grace Bryan (Tarwater) Doak on January 5, 1929. He attended schools in the Gallatin, Jameson, and Eagleville areas before his family moved to Olathe, Kansas where he attended high school for three years. While at Olathe, he played football and was active in FFA. He exhibited

Hampshire swine and Southdown sheep at local and regional shows and had the Grand Champion Mar- ket Lamb at the American Royal in 1946 and 1947.

After his father’s death in 1946, his mother moved the family to Hallsville, Missouri to enable the children to easily attend the University of Missouri. Paul graduated from Hallsville High School in 1947. While attending the University of Missouri, he participated in Freshman Football, Ag. Club, Block and Bridle Club and pledged FarmHouse Fraternity.

Paul started shearing sheep for neighboring farmers. This activity grew into year round employment shearing for large commercial feedlots, ranchers, and farmers in Kansas, Wyoming, and Missouri.

During the Korean War, Paul was drafted into the United States Army. While home on leave, he and Patricia Ann Austene, his longtime sweetheart, were married on August 11, 1951. He was wounded at the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge when the 7th Infantry Division relieved the battered 2nd Infantry Division and spent two years at Brooke Army Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

He was given retirement from the Army and reentered the University of Missouri where he received a BS and MS degree. He received a PhD degree from Iowa State University and became a faculty member in 1965. In 1962 he started teaching and advising students majoring in agricultural business. He served as advisor of the Ag Business Club and taught agricultural marketing, agribusiness operations, and career seminar courses. He retired from Iowa State University in 1992 with Emeritus status.

In 1973 Paul and Patricia started Ames Best Hybrids to produce and market seed corn. The company grew into a full line registered seed company. It was closed after 33 years because of declining family health. Paul Doak January 5, 1929 – May 12, 2019

Paul had a lifelong interest in purebred Southdown sheep and at its peak, his flock numbered over 650 head. Paul was grateful for all of his mentors, friends and teachers who helped him along the way. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, James, Richard, William and Roger, and sister, Dottie Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, his daughters, Sara Doak of Columbia, MIssouri. and Laura Springer (Neal) of Los Angeles, California., brother, John Doak of Dallas, Texas., and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Paul Doak Agricultural Business Recruiting Scholarship, Iowa State University Foundation, P.O. Box 868, Ames, Iowa. 50010–0868.

Tribute by his sister–in–law Patricia Austine –

Paul Douglas Doak (PhD ’65 agricultural economics) 90, passed away on May 12, 2019 in Columbia, Missouri. He was born on a farm south of Gallatin, Missouri, on January 5, 1929. He married Patricia Ann Austene on August 11, 1951.

Paul was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Korean War and suffered a severe wound to his right leg at the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge which resulted in over two years of hospitalization.

He earned a BS in Agriculture in 1957 and a MS in Agricultural Economics in 1960 from the University of Missouri. He was awarded the PhD degree in Agricultural Economics from Iowa State University in 1965 and became a faculty member at ISU at that time. He retired in 1992.

Paul taught many courses that were part of the Agricultural Business curriculum. These courses included Marketing Farm Products, Agricultural Marketing Laboratory, Marketing Livestock and Meat, Agricultural Cooperation, Agricultural Marketing Analysis, and Senior Career Seminar.

He was an academic advisor for a very large number of Ag Business students and also an advisor for the Ag Business Club. In 1973, Paul and Patricia started Ames Best Hybrids to produce and market seed corn. The company grew into a full line registered seed company and continued for thirty–five years.

Paul had a lifelong interest in purebred Southdown sheep. While in FFA he had the Grand Champion market lamb at the American Royal in 1946 and 1947. He sheared sheep for commercial feedlots, ranchers, and farmers in Kansas, Wyoming, and Missouri. In later years, he had a large flock of Southdown sheep. Luanne Endreland

November 7, 1953 – August 12, 2020

Luanne Denise Endreland went home to be with her heavenly father on August 12th, 2020 at Isreal Hos- pice house in Ames, Ia, after a long 4 years of ovarian cancer.

Luanne Denise Endreland was born on November 7, 1953, in Des Moines, Iowa, in the backseat of the family car on the way to the hospital to parents Merwin and Janet (Stroud) Guss. Her mother always said she would be the only kid in school who could say they were born in front of the capital building. The family moved to Story County when she was 8 and she graduated from Ballard High School in 1971. She worked for Black’s Seed Farm after high school.

Luanne was married to Gary Sigler on February 23, 1974. While she was pregnant with their first child, Marisa, Gary was killed in a car accident on January 14, 1977. She began working for the Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostic Lab as a Laboratory Technician in 1979.

Luanne was married to John Endreland on September 26, 1987 in Ames, Iowa. John adopted Marisa after the couple were married. Together they had two more children, Rachel and Kyle. Luanne attended Stavanger Lutheran Church in Garden City, Iowa. When her children were small she was a member and later a leader of La Leche League. Later in life she took over her mother’s love of family history and joined the Story County Genealogical Society, a group in which her mother was a founding member.

Luanne is survived by her husband, John of Ames; children: Marisa (Michael) Grimm of Sunbright, TN, Iowa; Rachel Wright of Roland, Iowa, and Kyle Endreland of Ames; 11 grandchildren: Ace Grimm, Bastian Grimm, Damian Grimm, Amaja Grimm, Nova Grimm, Blaze Grimm, Infiniti Grimm, Mikayla Endreland, Alex- ey Wright, Victoria Wright, and William Wright; her step–mother: Wanda (Merwin) Guss of Marshalltown, Ia; and her siblings: Randy (Joan) Guss, Milleville, Utah; Lynne Guss, Aurora, Colorado; and Layne (Fred) Rahbar, Castro Valley, California. She was preceded in death by her parents Merwin and Janet. Paternal Grandparents Glenn & Eula (Moritz) Guss and maternal grandparents Dale & Elsie (Lacox) Stroud.

Service Notes: Celebration of life will be at a later date. Burial will be in the Hannah Cemetery in Winnebago County. Special Songs for the memorial service include: In the Garden and On the Far Side Banks of Jordan.

Tribute from the Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostic Lab: Luanne began working for the Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (ISU VDL) as a Laboratory Technician in 1979. She then took time off to raise her family before returning to the VDL in 1996. Luanne worked for the last 23+ years as a Lab Tech in the Bacteriology and Chemistry sections of the ISU VDL. She was a critical part of the team responsible for remarkable growth in the ISU VDL caseload making it the largest and now one of the pre–eminent veterinary diagnostic labs in the world. Paul Eness August 25, 1934 – August 31, 2020

Paul Gene Eness, 86, of Ames, Iowa, passed away in the comfort of his own home with his family by his side on August 31, 2020. As much as the family would have loved a large gathering, current circumstances limit us to a private family service to be held on Saturday, September 5, 2020 with a burial at Saint Petri Cemetery to follow.

Paul was born on August 25, 1934 in Ames, Iowa to Eugene and Gerene (Peterson) Eness. Paul was a 1952 graduate of Gilbert High School and received his Bachelor’s of Dairy Science from Iowa State University in 1956. He served his country by enlisting in the United States Army in 1956 and was honorably discharged in 1958. Paul married Margot Bannister at the Ames Congregational Church in 1960. He graduated with his DVM from ISU in 1963. He went into private practice for five years and returned to the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine in 1968 as a professor in Clinical Sciences.

To the farmers of Central Iowa, he was Doc. To the hundreds of veterinary students he taught and mentored over 30 years, he was Dr. Eness. To his five children, he was always Paul, never Dad or Daddy.

Paul woke up every day at sunrise and did his chores, tending to his sheep, cows, pigs, and chickens before heading into work at ISU. He enjoyed lecturing but he LOVED taking the senior vet students out on calls on the farms surrounding Ames. He delighted in getting to know the vet students, young men and women from all over the world, and watching them connect with each other and with the farming community.

On weekends and evenings, he volunteered on the boards of Gilbert Lutheran church, Bethany Manor and the Story County Fair. For many summers he also loved working as the Iowa State Fair veterinarian. At home, his idea of down time was shearing sheep, mowing the lawn, or fixing a fence. At 50, he picked up a new hobby: running. He and Margot ran in dozens of road races and at 60, he completed his first marathon. Avid Cyclone fans, Paul and Margot were season ticket holders to both the ISU football and girls’ basketball games.

After he “retired,” he and Margot moved to the beautiful Big Sky Ranch outside of Dayton and made new friends of his neighbors, always with sheep and cows and border collies and grandchildren all around. And they travelled–to the land of his ancestors (Norway) and Margot’s (Scotland), to Ghana and to Latvia to visit one of his favorite vet students and her family.

When Parkinson’s Disease came to visit and wouldn’t leave, Paul delighted in singing, dancing and box- ing with new friends he made at the wonderful Parkinson’s Disease classes provided by Dr. Stegemoller and her kinesiology students. Paul Eness August 25, 1934 – August 31, 2020

Left to cherish Paul’s memory are his wife of 60 years, Margot, and his children: Molly (Tom Birkland) Eness, Dana (Jason Wiese) Eness, Allison (Mark Taylor) Eness, Daniel (Natalie) Eness, and Jason Eness; siblings Linda Flaherty, Kirsten (Clifford) Barta, David (Debi) Eness; siblings– in–law Jack Miller, Willa (Bannister) Kulhavy, and Kay (Bannister) Philpot; grandchildren Oskar and Isaak Birkland, Sadie and Aidan Wiese, Lydia Heydlauff, Max, Grace, Ella, and Sam Eness, and Lucy Eness–Potter; countless nieces, nephews, and cousins and all of his beloved “adopted” sons and daughters.

Paul is preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Gerene, his sister Janice Miller and nephew John Fla- herty.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Research Fund in Kinesiology at www.neuromotorlab.com

Online condolences may be directed to www.Grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com

This tribute was submitted by his wife Margot, and children Molly, Dana, Allison, Daniel and Jason

Paul Eness was the ultimate Iowa Stater.

He was born on August 25, 1934 at Mary Greeley Hospital, grew up on a farm north of Ames, and attended Iowa State College from 1952 to 1956, majoring in Dairy Husbandry. After a stint in the Army he returned to Iowa State University and entered the College of Veterinary Medicine, graduating in 1963.

He was in private practice for five years before he was recruited by his former Professors to come back to ISU Vet Med to join the Ambulatory teaching Clinic, which provided practical learning experiences for Vet Students while serving the local farmers as Veterinary Practitioners.

Paul continued to work in the Teaching Clinic for his entire career at ISU, from 1968 – 1996. Paul loved livestock, he loved the science of Veterinary Medicine, he loved the students, the clients with whom he worked and his colleagues at ISU. The majority of students who graduated between the years 1968 and 1996 would list Paul as their favorite Professor – some for the way he let them do hands on vet work on all cases, some for the way he showed interest and cared about their lives, and some because they always knew that the first stop on the list of ambulatory calls was the Casey’s gas station for a donut to start the day.

When Paul returned to work at ISU, one of the promises the college made to him was that he would be given time in his career to pursue his advanced degrees in order to qualify for tenure and Professorship. However, the college never kept that promise of time, and Paul is perhaps the only University employee in recent time who was granted tenure and full Professorship without applying for it or having a MA or a PHD to add to his resume.

Paul Eness retired in 1996 and died on Aug. 31, 2020. Willis Enquist

July 16, 1928 – September 17, 2019

Willis “Bill” Dean Enquist, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at Northridge Village in Ames, Iowa. A private family service and burial will be held on Saturday. The family is inviting friends to visit from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 21 at Northridge Village and encouraged to wear ISU appar- el.

Bill was born on July 16, 1928 in Paton, Iowa (which he considered the center of the universe) to Harold Engquist and Sylvia (Otteson) Engquist. He attended school in Paton and graduated from Boone High School in 1946. In 1951 he graduated from Drake University with a degree in economics. He received a teaching certificate in 1965 and a Master’s Degree in Education in 1971.

Bill married Phyllis Hawks on his birthday in 1949 in Boone, Iowa. The couple migrated to Los Angeles, California where he worked for the National Biscuit Company in sales in the Beverly Hills and Hollywood area. He returned to Iowa to work at his brother’s restaurant in Ankeny in 1954. Soon after, he bought his own restaurant in Des Moines which he ran for two years. He purchased The Broiler restaurant in Ames in 1957 and ran it until 1965.

Teaching social studies classes at Ames High School for 22 years was the profession he enjoyed the most. Many good friendships were established that have endured to the present. He retired from teaching in 1987 and then worked for Iowa State University for eight years supervising student teachers. Along with teaching, he was a co–owner and operator of Keeper’s Personal Storage.

Bill enjoyed spending time with his wife of 70 years traveling across the United States as well as Europe. They also spent their retirement years doing extensive genealogy work. Bill was a member of a bowling league in Ames for many years including the senior league. He loved living in the country, working in his garden, backyard volleyball games—and reading biographies. He will be remembered by those who knew him as a man who never had a bad day. His positive attitude and sense of humor lifted those around him. He appreciated the staff at Northridge Village and treated them to his light–hearted banter. Spending time with his family for dinners and holidays was the highlight of his life, especially in later years.

He is survived by his wife Phyllis, a sister, Jo Whitmer, Yuma, Arizona, a brother, John Engquist (Nancy), Omaha, Nebraska, children Craig Enquist, San Diego, California, daughter Jo Ellen Pyle (Doug), Ames, Iowa, grandchildren Brian Pyle, Matt Pyle (Sue), Ben Pyle (Erin), one great– grandson and three great– granddaughters. He was preceded in death by his brother Gene Enquist and his parents. Marcia Even February 1, 1935 – July 18, 2018

Marcia N. Even age 83, of Ames died July 18, 2018, from complications of Wegener’s autoimmune disease. Father Ben Webb gave Marcia last rites before she passed away. A private entombment of Marcia took place in the columbarium at St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church Ames, Iowa.

Marcia Susan Newman was born February 1, 1935 at Ravenswood Hospital in Chicago, Il the daughter of Alvin Edwin and Lillian Martha (Fallis) Newman. She was reared in the Chicago area graduating from Roycemore High School and Northwestern University in Evanston, Il. She married John Charles Even Jr. on September 19, 1960 in St. Petersburg, FL. The couple resided in Evanston until 1968 when they moved to Ames where John joined the Industrial Engineering Department at Iowa State University. Marcia was a homemaker and the couple had three children. She was a member of St. John’s by the Campus and the Daughter’s of the American Revolution.

Marcia is survived by her husband, John Charles Even Jr. of Ames, her children, Susan Johanna Even of Nijmegen, Netherlands, Heather Marcia Even (John Kevin Adler) and John Charles Even III (Crystal Lee Even) and granddaughters, Ani Kaye Even and Luna Lee Even.

Memorials may be directed to: St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church 2338 Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa 50014 or a charity of your choice.

Tribute by her husband John –

Marcia N. Even, my wife of 57 years, was born in Chicago February 1,1935 and died in Ames July 18, 2018. She received a BS degree from the School of Speech at Northwestern University in 1961. Marcia was a home maker and proud of our three children, son in law, and daughter in law all being ISU alumni !!

She was a very artistic, creative, woman with many interests. Marcia particularly enjoyed VEISHEA as a family, touring departments and buying tomato plants, cherry pies, ice cream, blown glass, and ordering summer sausage!! She was impressed by the chemistry and physics department’s demonstrations with liquid nitrogen and static electricity...life goes on...we miss her very much!

John C. Even, Jr. Ph.D Professor Emeritus IMSE Department ISU Hester Fassel Unknown – October 8, 2020

No Known Obituary Audrey Fawcett January 5, 1932 – August 24, 2020

Our dear Mom, Audrey Lynn Fawcett, 88, of Ames, died peacefully on August 23 at Israel Family Hos- pice House. She was born January 5, 1932, in Reading, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Connie Beal and Elizabeth (Nyce) Council. She was a registered nurse, graduating in 1952 with highest honors from the Abington Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Abington, Pennsylvania. In 1983, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois.

Her career brought her many rewarding nursing experiences, including the last 24 years of her profession when she cared for students from around the globe at the Student Health Center of Iowa State University. After retiring, she travelled and enjoyed volunteering. She loved writing, singing, acting; attending theatre, concerts, movies; but paramount were her family and treasured friends. She valued life and laughter abundantly.

Those of you who knew our mom even a little bit will always remember how her full–faced smiles and belly laughs could brighten your whole week. Those of you who knew her well came to understand that her infectious optimism was no superficial thing. Never one to accept at face value the tenets of her conservative Mennonite and Methodist upbringing, she once said, “You know how in First Corinthians it says that between faith, hope, and love, the greatest of these is love? I don’t think that’s so. I believe the greatest of these is hope.” Our mother was a brilliant woman with an extra–long list of talents, but if you knew our mother at all, we bet this is what you remember the most: she inspired hope.

The tenacious wellspring of hope within her, however it came to be, existed as a counterweight to her keen awareness that evil and injustice existed in the world. Though her spirituality evolved through life (ever–fed by an insatiable curiosity), the constant was a belief that our purpose as human beings is to offer comfort to others, end injustice, and give people hope.

Audrey Lynn moved through her every day with kindness and love. She had an uncanny ability to feel and understand the emotional vulnerabilities of others. Deploying that superpower with her five children throughout our lives, she made us each feel special in her unwavering support of our individuality and unique interests. We here publish her death in wholehearted celebration of her life.

She is survived by her daughters, Kristen Fawcett King (Randy) of Mechanicsburg, PA, Robin Fawcett of Burlington, VT, Mary Carol Racelis (Christopher) of Western Springs, IL, and one son, Eric Kennedy Fawcett of St. Paul, MN, granddaughters, Hanigan Audrey Racelis and Cecilia Grace Fawcett, grandsons, Jordan Fawcett King, Aren Nilsson, Cameron Kennedy and Benjamin Fawcett Racelis, Jackson and Lewis Fawcett, and five nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Lisa Lynn Nilsson, three sisters, two brothers, and one nephew. Audrey Fawcett January 5, 1932 – August 24, 2020

A gathering to celebrate will be planned in the future. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Ames Public Library she treasured. Ames Public Library Friends Foundation, Attn: Audrey Lynn Fawcett Me- morial 515 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA 50010. Amespubliclibrary.org Jack Ferguson June 29, 1933 – December 6, 2019

Jack Martin Ferguson, 86, of Boone, passed away at home on Dec.6, 2019, with his loving family by his side. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p,.m. on, Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019, at Stevens Memorial Chapel (607 28th St., Ames, IA 50010). Memorial services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, at Trinity Luther- an Church (712 12th St., Boone, IA 50036) with Rev. Lindsay Watkins officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made be directed to research for Parkinson’s disease.

Jack was born on June 29, 1933, in Nevada, to Keith and Amelia (Horrell) Ferguson. He graduated from Ames High School. Jack enlisted in the U.S. Navy on Dec. 3, 1951. He served during the Korean War and received numerous achievements, including Good Conduct Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, China Service Medal Extended, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Battle Efficiency € Navy Occupation Service Medal with European Clasp and Honor Man of Navy graduation Class. He was honorably discharged on Nov. 17, 1955.

In 1971, Jack attended the State of Iowa Law Enforcement Academy at Camp Dodge. He was a law enforcement officer for Iowa State University. Jack was married to Joyce Ann Holt and they welcomed four children together, they later separated. On June 11, 2002, Jack was united in marriage to Darlene Delores Shellenberger in Lancaster County, Pa. Jack was a member of the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies As- sociation Institute, he also enjoyed tooling leather.

Jack was a talented musician, creating two CDs of bluegrass music. He also contributed to CDs with various other bands. He was inducted in America’s Old Time Country Music “Hall Of Fame” on Sept. 1, 2002. He also won various Bluegrass Music Awards, including Male Vocalist of year Traditional From SPBGMA; numerous Dobro Player of the year (multiple times from 1981 to 1999); Best Dobro Instrumental CD of the Year “Shackles & Chains” 2012, Produced and directed by Randy Kohrs in his studio in Nashville; and USA Rural Roots Music Commission National 2012.

Jack is survived by his wife, Darlene Ferguson; one sister, Delores Ball, of Ames; two sons Lance and Greg of Asheville, N.C.; two grandsons, Brian and Kevin Ferguson, of Leadville, Colo., and three great– grandsons. Elijah, Asa and Quinlen of Leadville, Colo.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Mark and David; one daughter, Katherine; one sister, Darlene Madren; his parents, Keith and Amelia Ferguson; and his grandparents, Asa and Cora Horrell, and Bert and Ila Blanche Hill. Robert Ferguson

November 14, 1932 – September 19, 2020

Robert Daniel Ferguson, age 87, of Ames, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Green Hills Health Care Center.

Friends may call from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M. on Monday, September 21, 2020 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at the Laurens Cemetery in Laurens, Iowa. Burial will be in the Laurens Cemetery.

Born on November 14, 1932 on the family farm near Laurens, Bob was the son of Earl and Gladys (Grice) Ferguson. He attended a country one–room school before attending Laurens High School. Bob graduated from Laurens High School in 1950. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army. Bob was united in marriage to Phyllis Wenell on October 3, 1952. Following his military service, Bob enrolled at Iowa State University. Phyllis and the children remained in Laurens while Bob was attending Iowa State. He began working part–time for the Iowa State Bookstore. Bob graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Geology. He continued working for the bookstore and eventually took over management of the store, where he worked until his retirement in 1990.

Following retirement, Bob started an online bookstore for hard to find, out of print books. He enjoyed being outside and was very self–reliant. Bob also enjoyed country western music and in their younger years he and Phyllis would polka dance. Stamp collecting kept Bob busy in his later years. Bob was very civic minded. He was a member of the Elks Club, American Legion, and a former member of Ballard Country Club.

Bob is survived by his son, Kevin (Vicky) Ferguson of Elmhurst, Il; six grandchildren: Tanya Ferguson (Kirk Schultz), Stephanie (Jamey) Kilker, Kyle (Jenn) Ferguson, Kurtis (Lauren) Ferguson, Katie Ferguson (John Fitton), and Rebecca Ferguson; five great–grandchildren; sisters–in–law: Ruth Ferguson, Kathy Ferguson, and Yvonne Wenell.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Phyllis; a son, Kerry (Jennifer) Ferguson; and brothers: Donald Ferguson, John Ferguson, Arnold Ferguson, and Dale Ferguson.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Green Hills Healthcare Center, 2205 Green Hills Dr., Ames, IA 50014 in Robert Ferguson’s name. Janet Fisher July 26, 1947 – August 6, 2019

Janet Marie Fisher, 72, of Ames, IA passed away on August 6, 2019, surrounded by family. Janet was born on July 26, 1947, in Ames, Iowa.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 9, 2019, at Stevens Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow the service.

Janet graduated from Ames High School in Ames, Iowa. Janet retired from ISU after 30 years of service. She loved listening to the band “Passion” and “Route 66”, dancing and traveling to see her favorite bands play. Janet worked for many years taking tickets for the ISU hockey games and she also followed the ISU Women’s Basketball. She shared a special bond with best friend/ dog Sparky.

Janet always looked forward to eating supper out every night, spending time with friends and family especially her grandbabies. Janet always had an open door policy and everyone was welcome at her home.

Janet is survived by her daughter, Paula (Monty) Rouzer; grandchildren, Joshua (Allie) and Katie Koke- miller; 3 great grandchildren; sisters, George Ann (Mike) Cleaveland, Faye West; brothers, Ray (Lonnie) West, Larry West; sisters– in – law, Joyce West and Karla (Mark) Ashby.

Janet is proceeded in death by her parents, James R. West and Genevieve West; brothers, Steve West and James Robert (Bob) West.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Janet.

Tribute by her daughter, Paula Rouzer:

Janet retired after 30+ years of service to ISU as a cook. She loved the students and treasured her last several years serving the student athletes.

Janet was very giving and would do without if someone else needed anything. She enjoyed following her favorite bands Passion and Route 66. She loved spending time with family and friends. Her dog Sparky was her one true soul–mate. Charles “Chuck” Frederiksen November 3, 1930 – February 3, 2021

Charles Faaborg Frederiksen was born in the Danish community of Elk Horn, Iowa on November 3, 1930, the son of Frederik Verner and Edna Leonora Faaborg Frederiksen. His family moved to Exira, Iowa when he was three, where he attended and graduated from high school as valedictorian of his class. Chuck graduated from Iowa State University with a BS in Zoology and a master’s degree in Entomology, and then served two years in the United States Air Force, stationed at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippine Islands.He met Joanne Dolores Bireline of Adair, Iowa, and the couple was married on June 27, 1954 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Adair.

Upon returning from active military duty, Chuck accepted employment at the ISU Department of Resi- dence. For nearly 50 years, Chuck had a distinguished career in the college and university housing profession. He became the Director of Residence in 1967 and retired in 1996. During his tenure at Iowa State, Chuck oversaw the construction, staffing and occupancy of many student housing and dining service facilities, including five residence halls and single and married family apartment complexes.

Chuck received two significant recognitions during and following his retirement from ISU. The first was the establishment of the Frederiksen Leadership Award for student leaders living in university housing. The second recognition was the naming of a new housing complex, Frederiksen Court, in April 2002. Frederiksen Court currently houses more than 3500 single undergraduate students in 29 buildings.

Chuck was an active member of Bethesda Lutheran Church, as well as in the Ames community, serving in a leadership capacity at the church, Ames Kiwanis Club, Ames Noon Rotary Club, Ames–Gilbert United Way, City of Ames Community Development Board, Ames Cyclone Club and the Ames Convention Bureau Task Force. As a tribute to his Danish heritage, Chuck was a charter member of the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn, Iowa, serving as a member since its inception, and actively participating on the Board of Directors, including election to President of the Board.

After returning from active duty in the US Air Force, Chuck served in the Air Force Reserves, retiring as a Major in 1990. After retiring from ISU, Chuck enjoyed coffee with his friends, volunteering in the community, loving his wife of more than 66 years, and doting on his children, grandchildren, and great–grandchildren.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Joanne; sons John (Linda), Mark (Barbara), James (Mimi); daughter–in– law Melanie (Craig) Frederiksen Bear; grandchildren Travis (Chelsie), Tyler (Megan), David, Robert (Rian- na), Jordan, Meghanne, Tyler, Nick, Kyle, Jacob and Rachel Frederiksen, and Amy (Hunter) Frederiksen Koeshall; great–grandchildren Owen, Avery and Brody Frederiksen; and many nieces and nephews. Charles “Chuck” Frederiksen November 3, 1930 – February 3, 2021

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patricia Lotz; and son, Pastor Paul Frederiksen.

Tribute from his wife:

In 2002, new student houseing on the north side of campus was named “Frederiksen Court” in honor of Chuck’s 29 years as Director of Residence at Iowa State. Frederiksen Court has 29 three story buildings, housing 3,480 students in apartment style living in the complex. Albert Freeman March 16, 1931 – March 21, 2020

Albert Eugene “Gene” Freeman, 89, of Ames, passed away on March 21, 2020 at Green Hills Community, with his family by his side.

Gene was born on March 16, 1931 in Lewisburg, West Virginia, the youngest of four children born to James and Grace (Neal) Freeman. Growing up on the family’s small dairy farm, Gene was active in 4–H, showing and judging dairy cattle, and he learned to hunt at an early age.

On December 23, 1950, Gene married the love of his life, Christine Lewis, in Lewisburg, West Virginia.

Gene obtained a B.S. in Dairy Husbandry in 1952 and a M.S. in Animal Breeding in 1954 from West Virginia University and went on to obtain his Ph.D. in Animal Breeding at Cornell University in 1957. After accepting a position in the Animal Science Department at Iowa State University, he and Christine moved to Ames.

Gene spent his entire career at Iowa State where he taught and mentored over fifty graduate students and conducted research in dairy cattle breeding and application of genetic principles to dairy herd nutrition and management. At Iowa State, he was named a Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor of Agriculture and Professor Emeritus for the Department of Animal Science. Gene had the ability to communicate with any audience, whether it was a farm family or a collection of international scientists, and he had the ability to recognize practical problems faced by dairy farmers and apply scientific principles to solve such problems. Throughout his prolific career, he published more than 200 scientific journal articles and traveled, lectured and consulted in more than thirty states and twenty countries. Gene received numerous academic and industry honors and awards, including being an inaugural member of the West Virginia University’s Academy of Distinguished Alumni, the Borden Foundation Award for outstanding research in Dairy Science, and the National Dairy Shrine Guest of Honor. In 1975, following the grant of a Senior Fulbright–Hays Award, Gene served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Wageningen, Netherlands and the whole family accompanied him on this adventure. In addition, he was active and held leadership positions in multiple professional associations, including the American Dairy Science Association.

Gene was an active member of Collegiate Presbyterian Church, where he taught Sunday school and served as an elder, deacon and trustee. His hobbies included hunting, woodworking, and golfing and he enjoyed playing bridge and penny poker with his friends.

Gene was a caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great–grandfather. He led by example, treating everyone he met with kindness and respect and he kept us all laughing with his antics. Left to cherish Gene’s memory are his loving wife Christine, daughters: Patricia (Russell) Works of Lexington, KY; Lynn Albert Freeman March 16, 1931 – March 21, 2020

(Paul) Hempe of Eden Prairie, MN; and Ann (Todd) Irvine of Eden Prairie, MN; five grandchildren, two step grandchildren, one great–grandchild, and four step great–grandchildren.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, James Freeman, Vivian Lightner, and Lucy Greene.

A memorial service will be held at a later date with a burial to follow at Ames Municipal Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Iowa State University Foundation to support the Dr. Gene Freeman Gradu- ate

Student Travel Fund in Animal Breeding and Genetics, 2505 University Boulevard, Ames, IA 50010. Online contributions may be made by visiting http://foundation.iastate.edu/makeagift and designating fund #2705044.

Online Condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com Veryl Fritz February 13, 1928 – October 16, 2020

Veryl LeRoy Fritz, 92, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, IA. A private family burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Menlo, IA. Due to the Covid–19 pandemic there will be no visitation or funeral at this time. A Celebration of Life for Veryl will be deferred until later, when large gatherings are safe.

Veryl and his twin brother, Vernon, were born February 13, 1928 in Menlo, IA to Charles and Marion (Davis) Fritz. Charles and Marion farmed in Menlo, Rippey and Grand Junction. Veryl graduated from Rippey High School in 1945, where he played baseball and basketball. After farming with his father and brother for a year, Veryl enrolled at Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts (now Iowa State University) in Ames. He studied journalism, worked on the school paper and was in the ROTC. Veryl graduated in 1951 with a B.S. in Agricultural Journalism / Animal Husbandry, then enlisted in the army with a rank of 2nd Lieutenant. He was sent overseas, serving in Japan and then Korea.

Veryl was discharged from active duty in 1954. He continued on reserve status, graduating from the U.S. Army Command & General Staff College in 1965. Veryl retired from the Army Reserve with the rank of Major.

After the war Veryl enrolled at the University of Illinois where he completed his M.S. in Animal Science / Ad- vertising in 1956. He worked in advertising, specializing in agricultural accounts. It was while he was working in Milwaukee, Wisconsin that he met June. They were married July 2, 1960 in Osceola, WI. They had four children, Alan, Carol, Charles and Andrea.

Veryl worked for several advertising agencies over the years, moving the family around the Midwest before settling in Indianola in 1976 on an acreage east of town. In 1983 Veryl began a second career as an Associate Professor at ISU, teaching agricultural journalism and advertising. Veryl enjoyed working with students and sharing his years of experience with his many advisees; he taught there for 14 years.

Veryl and June raised registered Suffolk sheep on their farm for 30 years. Veryl fulfilled a dream by showing his sheep at the Iowa State Fair before retiring from farming. Veryl and June were both lifelong members of the United Methodist Church. Veryl had been a member of the First United Methodist Church in Indianola for 44 years at the time of his death.

Veryl was a member of the United Methodist Men’s club and enjoyed attending Thursday morning breakfasts with his friends. He was a member of the American Legion for 63 years. Veryl and June were members of the Des Moines Opera Guild and enjoyed attending events together. Additionally, Veryl was a Master Mason and a member of Eastern Star.

In 2017 Veryl and June retired to the Village, where they had an apartment and Veryl was an active mem- Veryl Fritz February 13, 1928 – October 16, 2020 ber of the Village Residents Association. Veryl was an active, engaged father who loved his family dearly. He genuinely enjoyed people. Veryl spent many hours working in the yard and garden, watching sports and visiting with friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, June Fritz; parents, Charles and Marion Fritz; sisters, Darece Hummel (Don), and Charlene Fritz. Veryl is survived by his twin brother Vernon (Alice) Fritz; children, Alan Fritz of Indianola, Carol (Doug) Struss of Cedar Rapids, Charles (Shelley) Fritz of Clive, and Andrea (John) Weaver of Mason, MI; grandsons, Eric, Nick and Ben Struss; granddaughters, Carmen, Madeline and Anna Fritz and Erica Weaver; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Respectfully submitted by Eric Abbott, Emeritus Professor, Greenlee School of Journalism and Communica- tion.

Veryl and his twin brother Vernon were born in Menlo, Iowa, where his father Charles and mother Marion Fritz farmed. Veryl graduated from Rippey High School in 1945. After farming for a year, he attended Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts (now Iowa State University), graduating in 1951 with a B.S. degree in Agricultural Journalism/Animal Husbandry. He then enlisted in the army with a rank of 2nd Lieu- tenant and served as a public information officer in Japan and Korea. He continued on reserve status, graduating from the U.S. Army Command & General Staff College in 1965. He retired from the Army Reserve with the rank of Major. After his active military service, he completed a M.S. degree in Animal Science/Advertis- ing in 1956, and was hired as an agricultural copywriter at Klau–Van Pietersom–Dunlap in Milwaukee. While working there, he met and married his wife June. He became an account executive in 1961, and then moved to Detroit as an account executive for Campbell–Ewald Company supervising Firestone Tire & Rubber farm products. After a number of years working as an account executive at several firms, he moved back to Iowa in 1976 to take a managerial advertising position, and in 1977 became Sales Promotion Manager, Farm Ma- chinery, Massey–Ferguson, Inc., Des Moines. He and June lived on an acreage outside of Indianola, Iowa, raising registered Suffolk sheep on their farm for the next 30 years. In 1982 he returned to Iowa State’s Department of Journalism and Mass Communication as an assistant professor of advertising. In 1985, he was promoted to associate professor and also served as a member of the Iowa State University Press Board. In addition to his teaching, Veryl served as adviser to the ISU NAMA student marketing team and adviser to the Iowa Agriculturist student magazine. In 1989, ISU’s Student Alumni Association named him an Outstanding Academic Adviser. He also had a quarter–time ISU Extension appointment and served as facilitator for Iowa Futures Project town meetings in Boone, Ames, Eagle Grove and Chariton. During his 15 years of teaching, Fritz was a strong advocate for the importance of the Agricultural Journalism degree, and he was disappointed when the degree was ended. When teaching, he emphasized the importance of student creativity, noting that attractive presentation is no substitute for a meaningful message. Fritz retired in December 1997 but continued to be an active supporter of what is now the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication advertising program.

Veryl is survived by his brother Vernon (Alice) Fritz; children, Alan Fritz of Indianola, Carol (Doug) Struss of Cedar Rapids, Charles (Shelley) Fritz of Clive, and Andrea (John) Weaver of Mason, MI; grandsons, Eric, Nick and Ben Struss; granddaughters, Carmen, Madeline and Anna Fritz and Erica Weaver. He was preceded in death by June, his wife of 58 years, his parents Charles and Marion Fritz; sisters Darece Hummel (Don), and Charlene Fritz. Arnold “Arnie” Gaarde January 13, 1935 – May 2, 2021

Arnie Gaarde: January 13, 1935 – May 2, 2021 Arnie Gaarde, husband, dad, gampa, coach, golfer and friend, passed away on May 2nd in Peoria, Arizo- na. Born in Armstrong, Iowa, and loyal supporter of alma mater Iowa State University, he really enjoyed growing up and raising his family in the state.

While majoring in Mathematics, Arnie lettered in both baseball and basketball at ISU and met his future wife on a blind date. They were married six months later.

After serving in the Air Force, Arnie began his coaching and teaching career at the high school level, to include Grundy Center, Atlantic and Cedar Rapids. His opportunity to coach at the collegiate level happened when ISU came calling and he was excited to be “home” again. As his career path transitioned to working for Iowa State Alumni Affairs and then into the insurance business, he continued to be an avid supporter of the college’s football and basketball programs. Arnie became the first president of the ISU Letterwinners Club, the organization that supports student athletes to excel while in school and life after college.

Retiring to Arizona offered Arnie the time to follow his passion of golf. He often called it his “work,” yet the best parts of this job were the skins competition, laughter, and comradery he shared with so many friends. Arnie had many, many friends, and he was loved and admired by all.

His proudest achievements were his roles as father to three girls, grandfather to five girls, and husband to Bonnie. As he said often, Bonnie was the love of his life. They enjoyed dancing, traveling, and entertaining friends. Daughters Stephanie, Lisa and Michele adored him, his big hugs, his kindness, and his encouragement in all that they pursued.

His granddaughters, Kasey, Ryan, Elle, Kellsey and Ashlee, brought him the most joy. He instilled his love of athletics in them while shooting hoops, sailing on Spirit Lake and teaching them golf skills and etiquette. They had so much fun when he shared family stories and silly jokes. And they knew he always believed in them as they progressed through school and into the working world. Arnie definitely loved having all girls, but he welcomed Jerry, Dennis and Robert, his sons–in–law, and Ryan’s husband Baily, into the Gaarde family.

Arnie was excited to have TJ Otzelberger on board, anticipating he’ll do great things for the Cyclone basketball program. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation, in his memory, to the ISU Letterwinners Club at www.foundation.iastate.edu/gaarde to the Men’s Basketball Support Fund. “Once a Cyclone, always a Cyclone.” Arnold “Arnie” Gaarde January 13, 1935 – May 2, 2021

Family and friends are invited to Arnie’s service on Saturday, May 8th at 1pm at American Lutheran Church in Sun City, with Rev. Lowell Nelson officiating. A celebration of his life will be held in Ames, Iowa on August 1, 2021.

Tribute by his daughter, Lisa Hartsock:

ISU work experience: 1968–71 Assistant Coach, Basketball; 1971–78 Assistant Director, Alumni Affairs ISU Community Service: 1991–97 ISU Memorial Union Board; 1995–2021 ISU Letterwinners Club (President 1996– 98); 1986– 2021 Ames/Story County Cyclone Club (President 1986–90)

Arnie was a loyal supporter of ISU (BS 1956, MS 1966), an ambassador for the university and the city of Ames, and an avid fan of ISU sports and athletes.

Arnie Gaarde loved his family and friends. And they loved him. He was kind, caring, interested, and present. We so enjoyed all the stories he told us about growing up in Armstrong, attending college, life in the working world, trips he and my mom took together, and the accomplishments and antics he and his friends had on the golf course. His memory was unbelievable. As young girls, we remember sitting in the Armory, just a couple bleachers up from him while he coached, and sometimes we even tried to talk with him during the timeouts. The noise that fans could make in that facility was crazy. And whether the game went into the W or L column, we waited for him and the players outside of the locker room, once the game was over. Attending the Big 8 Tournament in KC, alumni events in CO, stays at the Spirit Lake cottage with extended family, or ski vacations with friends, he created such fond memories for us. Arnie looked forward to gatherings and reunions, and he especially liked surprise parties (my mom ensured we had several of those over the years). He also appreciated his time at morning coffee clubs, discussing politics, sports, and families with long–time friends. Once my sisters and I had our own girls, Arnie was the most loveable and encouraging grandfather. They talk about the strong values he instilled in them and reminisce about his great belly laughs, jokes, and thoughtful conversations. Dad, while you accomplished so much on the court and baseball field, as a coach and busi- nessman, it’s really about all you did to love and mentor others to succeed and be leaders in the game of life. Your legacy on this Earth is truly how many hearts you touched. Linda Galyon April 29, 1933 – October 2, 2019

Linda Rouch Galyon, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at Green Hills Retirement Center in Ames. She will be greatly missed. We are very grateful for the kind care and attention she received from the staff and friends at Green Hills during the past seven years.

Linda was the daughter of Jane (Draper) and Marvin Rouch of Kokomo, Indiana. She was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, on April 29, 1933. As a child, she lived in Little Rock, AR; Memphis, TN; and then graduated from high school in Kokomo, Indiana. After first attending Monmouth College in Illinois, she graduated from the University of Indiana in 1956 with an A.B. in English. She obtained a Master’s degree from the University of Indiana in 1962. In 1958, while working on her Master’s degree and as an instructor at Indiana University, she met her future husband, Aubrey E. Galyon, Jr., whose office was across the hall. They were married on August 16, 1958, in Kokomo, Indiana.

In 1959, Linda and Aubrey moved to Ames where they would both take positions as instructors at Iowa State University. In 1974 Linda received a Ph.D. in English from the University of Iowa. She went on to become an Assistant Professor and then an Associate Professor of English at Iowa State University, teaching there until her retirement in 1998. Linda’s scholastic work and teaching concentrated on the works of William Shakespeare, Edward Spencer and other literature of the English Renaissance.

Linda was instrumental in forming the Women’s Studies Program at Iowa State University, which began in 1977, and was the program’s second chair, serving from 1980–84, and again from 1994–97. She also served on many committees at Iowa State University, including: African American Studies Steering Committee, Dean’s Cabinet, ISU Faculty Senate, LAS Curriculum Committee, and the University Committee on Women. In 1996 she received the Carrie Chapman Catt Award for Outstanding Contributions to Sex Equity.

Throughout her life she was a lover of literature, art, music, opera, and ballet. Linda helped organize the Shakespeare Symposium at Iowa State University, and was active in the Story County Democratic Party. She was a lifelong champion of progressive values and fought for equal rights and access for women, minorities, and other marginalized people. She continued her love of knowledge and reading till her last days, continuing to read The Nation, The Progressive Populist, and The New York Times. Linda and her late husband, Aubrey, traveled extensively in Europe until his death in 1990. She continued to travel both here and abroad, seeking out new lands and experiences, traveling to England, France, Greece, Italy, Scotland, and Spain. She was an extraordinary cook, and consummate entertainer and hostess, hosting numerous dinner and cocktail parties, large and small, throughout her life in Ames. Linda Galyon April 29, 1933 – October 2, 2019

Linda was preceded in death by her husband Aubrey, and by her parents, Jane and Marvin Rouch. She is survived by her son, Alex (Jane) of Ames, and three grandchildren: Andrew (Minneapolis, MN); Zach (Seat- tle, WA) and Olivia (Iowa City, IA). Arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences can be left for Linda’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2019, at 3 p.m., at St. John’s Epis- copal Church, Ames. There will be a private burial next to her husband Aubrey at the Iowa State University Cemetery prior to the service.

Tribute from a former student, Tammy Dickinson–Ferrell:

I was a student in ALL of her classes. I loved her that much! She has been an inspiration in my own teaching. She was a kind woman who always expected my best.

Tribute by her colleague:

Once she'd stepped down from her position at Iowa State, Linda Galyon could regularly be seen at the Campustown restaurant Stomping Grounds, where she perused the New York Times over a cup of coffee. She was ready to greet any friends who came by, offering her keen insights on the news and acute interest in politics. She had a rapier wit as an English professor and remained - what else? - sharp, well into her retirement. Julia Gamon February 9, 1933 – October 30, 2020

Julia Howard Andrew Gamon died on Oct. 30, 2020. Julia was born in Poplar Bluff, Mo., on Feb. 9, 1933, to Lowell and Martha Andrew. She grew up in the St. Louis, Mo., area. Julia graduated from high school in Columbia, Ill., in 1950. She was valedictorian and president of her class.

Julia attended two years of college at Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill., then transferred to Iowa State University, where she graduated with a degree in home economics in 1954. In mid–life, Julia obtained a master’s degree in counseling, and then a Ph.D. in agricultural education from Iowa State in 1985.

Julia met her husband of 58 years, Harold Gamon, at Iowa State. They met each other on a hayrack ride. Julia and Harold were married on May 29, 1955. To this union, three children were born: Lucy (Mark Schmidt) Gamon, Owen Gamon and Nancy (Tony Malinauskas) Gamon. Harold and Julia farmed with their family for many years in Washington, Iowa. Julia was also employed as a 4–H and youth leader for the ISU Extension Service.

In 1980, Harold and Julia moved to Ames, Iowa, where Julia was a professor of agricultural education. Julia retired from teaching in 1998, and Harold and Julia returned to Washington, Iowa. They lived at Kerr Hall at the United Presbyterian Home, where they made many good friends and greatly enjoyed all of the activities available. Julia liked to welcome new residents and was known for her spirit of hospitality.

Julia was an avid reader and an accomplished pianist. She played for many years at the Sunday Even- song at the U.P. Home. She loved swimming, bicycling and a good conversation. Julia also loved traveling. She and Harold participated in over 45 Road Scholar (Elderhostel) expeditions together. She enjoyed any kind of a club meeting, including A.A.U.W., P.E.O and her monthly book club. Julia was a gracious hostess, was interested in everyone she met, and in family above all else. She was known by all for her wisdom, kindness and compassion.

Julia was preceded in death by her husband, Harold; her brother, Arthur; and her son, Owen.

She is survived by her sister, Lucy Butterworth; brother, James Andrew; daughters, Lucy and Nancy Gam- on; and her four grandchildren, Linnea Schmidt, Lincoln Schmidt, Henry Halvorson and Grant Schmidt. Jones and Eden Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. A private funeral is being planned at the family farm in Illinois. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the U.P. Home in Washington, Iowa. Julia Gamon February 9, 1933 – October 30, 2020

Tribute from Michael Retallick, professor and chair:

Dr. Julia Gamon had a long career as an Extension educator and was a faculty member in the department for nearly 20 years. She was known for providing sage advice and was a true pioneer for women in agriculture in the college. Dr. Gamon had a great relationship with Extension staff throughout the state and was highly respected in those circles. Duane Godfrey March 15, 1938 – May 7, 2019

Duane Godfrey, age 81 of rural Boone, died at his home on May 7, 2019.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, May 11, 2019, at 10:30 a.m., at the Marion Street United Methodist Church. Following the service, Duane will be cremated.

Duane Paul Godfrey, was born in Boone, Iowa on March 15, 1938, the son of Harry and Ioam Godfrey. He graduated from Boone High School in 1956. Duane married Barbara Jean Carter on June 2, 1957 in Ogden, Iowa. To this union Michael, JoEllen, and Julia were born. Barbara died in 1963. Duane married Marcia Lee Carter on June 14, 1964, in Perry, Iowa. To this union, Brenda and Karla were born. He was a lifelong member of Marion Street United Methodist Church. In earlier years, Duane was a member of the Iowa National Guard. He was employed at Iowa State University in Ames, and worked as a plumber for the Facilities Planning and Management Department from 1959 to 2000. He worked at the I.S.U. football games for 50 plus years.

Duane loved the outdoors and working on his farm. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, especially sweet potatoes, and sharing his produce, fishing, mushroom hunting, polka dancing, watching sports on television, enjoying old country western music, cribbage, and was an avid Iowa State Cyclone fan. Duane especially loved spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his father–in–law and mother–in–law, Dorsey and Marian Carter; his first wife Barbara Jean Godfrey; an infant daughter, Julia Kay Godfrey; a sister Patricia Sundine– Dodson; a brother, Roger Godfrey; a son–in–law, Myron Hull; a brother–in–law, Richard Carter. Duane is survived by his wife, Marcia of Boone; a son, Michael (Loy) Godfrey of Boone; daughters, JoEllen (Jeff) Erb and Brenda (Bill) Reed all of Boone; Karla (Tony) Godfrey–Dixon of Ames; nine grandchildren, Jeremy, Benjamin, and Andrew Godfrey, Amie (Kelly) Williams, Travis Hull, Brylie (Travis) Galivan, Madison and Lantz Reed, and Mara Dixon; nine great grandchildren; a sister, Nelma Vest of Edmund, Oklahoma; brothers, Steve (Diane) Godfrey of Matthews, North Carolina and Darold (Shirley) Godfrey of Boone; in–laws, Phyllis Burkhart of Huxley; Sharon Elaine Lyftogt of Belle Fourche, South Dakota; Donna Rae (Harold) Mc- Dermott of Medina, Ohio; Robert (Kathy) Carter of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Dennis (Margaret) Carter of Boone; numerous nieces and nephews. Lynn Graham November 16, 1944 – September 13, 2019

Lynn M Graham, age 74, died peacefully in her sleep on September 13th, 2019.

After a long career in the Dept of Child Development, later the Dept of Human Development and Family Studies, Lynn retired as an Assistant Professor Emeritus in Human Development and Family Studies at Iowa State University. Lynn Graham was loved and respected by her family, friends, coworkers and her many ISU students; she was an expert on children’s play and the materials, including toys, that children use in their play. Working with children in ISU’s Older Children’s Laboratory (OCL), an after–school program for children aged 5–12, was truly her passion. She will be remembered as being an intelligent, creative, artistic, loving, independent woman who always had a warm smile and a hug for children. She was an early and great advocate of diversity and inclusion and she loved animals.

She enjoyed reading, puzzles, games, and doing fine artwork. She was a deeply loving mother and grandmother. Mom, you taught me to be strong, independent, creative and to have compassion for all people and living things. My love for you is eternal. Lynn was preceded in death by her parents; she is survived by her daughter, Debra Graham DeSmidt, granddaughter, Erika, and each of her former spouses. Her body was cremated and there will be no burial services. Carol Greiner September 26, 1929 – January 4, 2020

Carol Ann Greiner, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 4th, 2020, at Mary Greeley in Ames, Iowa. Visitation will be held at 9:30 A.M. on Thursday, January 9th, 2020 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church. Services will follow at 10:30 A.M. Burial will take place in Chicago, Illinois.

Carol was born on September 26th, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois to William and Helen Kuetemeyer. She attended Iowa State College and was the secretary of the sorority Kappa Delta. She graduated from Iowa State College in 1951 with a degree in journalism and studied in chemistry. Briefly after college she worked at Argon National Laboratory in Chicago. Carol was united in marriage to John David Greiner on June 18th, 1960. She was employed by Iowa State University as an editor for the Extension and Experiment Station Publications.

Carol was a member of the St. Cecilia Catholic Church circle. She volunteered at Mary Greely hospital and Ames Public Library. Carol was an avid reader, enjoyed playing bridge with her good friends, and having lunch with the Riverside Ladies.

Carol is survived by her three children, Jacqueline, John (Lia), and Carl (Sue) Greiner; her five grandchildren, Kassidy, Kale, Shane, Kimberly, and Michael Greiner; her sister, June (Robert Monz) Johnson; and nephews, Steven, Nathan, and William Johnson. Carol is preceded in death by her husband, John Grein- er, and her parents, William and Helen Kuetemeyer.

Memorials can be directed to the Ames Public Library.

Tribute by John and Lia Greiner:

Carol Greiner was the Editor – Agriculture Extension Service. She really was proud seeing her name credited in the publications that she worked on (and there were many).

Carol loved Iowa State, nothing made her happier than showing off the campus to any family member or friend who visited Ames. Her favorite place was Reiman Gardens especially when she took her grandchildren to see the butterflies. Dallas Gummert

August 23, 1936 – May 21, 2020

Dallas D. Gummert, age 83, of Ames, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at his home, The Rose of Ames. Due to guidelines for social distancing, a rolling visitation where there are no more than 10 people gathered at any one time will be held from 9:30 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at the Ad- ams Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 and the attendance will be limited to family only. Burial will be in the Slater Municipal Cemetery.

Dallas D. Gummert was born on August 23, 1936 to Arthur and Francis (Runner) Gummert in rural Marshall County. Growing up, the Gummert family moved around, but always lived on farm ground. After school, Dallas became a full– time farmer alongside his family.

On July 27, 1957, Dallas was united in marriage with Charlene Knouse at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Radcliffe. The couple lived in the Radcliffe community until they moved to Huxley in 1977. Dallas and Charlene both worked for Iowa State University. Dallas worked in the Ames Laboratory, where he worked for many years until his retirement.

Dallas was a caring man that lived his life through his love of the Lord. He treasured his family, friends, and his dogs, Tipper and most recently Jinx. When Dallas and Charlene were in their younger years, they would pack up a camper to go up to Two Harbors, MN for camping, fishing, and quality time together. Dallas also enjoyed collecting model cars and working on cars and motorcycles. He loved wrestling, especially those Cyclones!

He had a strong passion for his yardwork over the years. He would mow two or three times a week to keep it maintained to his liking. If he was not working on his yard, he would go over to his neighbors’ houses to help them with their yardwork!

Dallas is survived by his son, Doug (Sue) Gummert of Des Moines; his daughter, Connie (Chris) Enderson of Minburn; grandchildren, Stacey Gummert, Amy Gummert, Michael Sheldahl, and Nathan Sheldahl; and his brothers, Paul Gummert of Story City and Les (Sharon) Gummert of Conrad. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlene Gummert on January 1, 2006; and his parents, Arthur and Francis Gummert.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left to Dallas’ family at www.adamssoderstrum.com or mailed to the Dallas Gummert family C/O Adams Funeral Home, P.O. Box 745, Ames, Iowa, 50010. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dallas’ name may be directed to the Furry Friends Refuge. Margaret “Peggy” Gurau April 1, 1939 – January 17, 2021

Margaret “Peggy” Jean Gurau passed away peacefully January 17, 2021 at home in Ames, Iowa. Peggy was born April 1, 1939 in Des Moines, Iowa the daughter of Dr. Henry H. and Liselotte (Lewin) Gurau. She grew up in Des Moines and graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1956. She then attended AIB, Colorado College, and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1961 with a degree in German. She worked at Iowa State University as an Office Manager/Secretary in Physics, Child Development and ended her career in Chemical Engineering.

Peggy was instrumental in starting the public library in Roland, Iowa where she was a founding board member and the first Chairperson. She was active in Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames, Story County Conservation, Reiman Gardens, YSS, and the Ames Public Library. She rode in multiple RAGBRI’s, enjoyed hiking, playing tennis, playing cards, gardening, and traveling. She was very fond of all her golden retrievers and cats over the years.

Peggy is survived by her son Karl Dow and grandchildren: Katherine, Joseph, and Jakob Dow, and great– granddaughter Adriana, all of Des Moines, IA, and a nephew, Ryan McCrery of Dunedin, FL; She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister, Patricia McCrery.

Tributes collected by Jim Hill from Chemical and Biological Engineering faculty who remember Peggy:

As far as the ChE department is concerned, I think the important thing to note is that at the university she was head secretary or office manager for three academic departments. Outside of the university she was a supporter of the arts, the Roland and Ames public libraries, the local Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, and a sponsor of Iowa Public Television.

A personal memory by Charles Glatz, University Professor Emeritus in Chemical and Biological Engineer- ing Department:

Margaret (Peggy) Gurau – Head secretary in chemical engineering through changes in our connections with Nuclear Engineering. Peggy was the longtime departmental head secretary and in that role (as I remember) when I arrived to the department. She was always a pleasure to work with, kind to me, and had a range of interests to talk about from books to restaurants. Margaret “Peggy” Gurau April 1, 1939 – January 17, 2021

Margaret “Peggy” Gurau, a Remembrance

I became acquainted with Peggy when she was head secretary of the Chemical Engineering Department, the department of my late husband Pete. She was good at her job, opinionated, and insistent that things be done correctly. We remained in contact with her after her retirement because of our shared friendship with a former postdoc.

In retirement she became an accomplished artist, approaching her painting with the same seriousness with which she approached her ISU positions. Her contacts with the Ames/Des Moines art scene were invaluable when she joined the Art Gallery Committee at Green Hills Retirement Community. She was responsible for identifying numerous artists who displayed their artwork in the Green Hills Art Gallery. In later years she had health challenges, but three days before she died, her caregiver made sure she came to our Art Gallery Committee meeting.

Rae Reilly May 24, 2021 Emanuel Hager

February 20, 1925 – August 15, 1995

No Obituary Found Michael Hamilton September 29, 1955 – December 12, 2019

Michael Edward “Mike” Hamilton, of Ames, Iowa, passed away on Dec. 12, 2019. A visitation gathering of family and friends will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa. A funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Dec. 19 at Saint Thom- as Aquinas, 2210 Lincoln Way, Ames with Father Kyle Digmann officiating.

Mike was born on Sept. 29, 1955, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Edward and Lucille (Quinn) Hamilton. He graduated from Newell–Fonda High School in 1973, and Buena Vista University in 1978, with a BA in biology and teaching, with a minor in coaching.

Mike was Manager of Computer Support Services in Facilities Planning and Management for Iowa State University when he retired in April of 2017. He had worked at Iowa State for more than 37 years. Mike was recognized for his Outstanding Leadership as President of the Midwest Association of Higher Ed- ucation Facilities Officers (MAPPA) in 2015 and was honored in 2017 with the Pacesetter Award by the National Association of Facilities Officers (APPA).

Mike’s work with technology at Iowa State brought him together with his wife, Maggie Payne, whom he married on April 29, 2001. They met while working on a software program called “FAMIS,” and soon became known as the “famous couple.” They later enjoyed projects in common both at work and at home. Mike and Maggie especially loved working together on backyard landscaping projects. Mike even hauled boulders and added a waterfall for Maggie! He would sometimes affectionately say in jest that “Maggie was the boss at work and also the boss at home!”

Mike will be remembered as a loving, generous and hard–working husband and father. Mike took pride in the accomplishments and activities of his daughters Ashley and Amy. He never missed any of his daughters’ sports events and especially loved having four grandchildren. Mike was present and willing to help them and to cheer them on in life.

Mike was not only dedicated to his family, but also to his Ames community. Mike was a member of the Ames Parks and Recreation Board. In addition, Mike was appointed to serve an interim position on the Ames City Council in 2006. Further, during the summer of 2016, Mike was an Assistant Coach for Ames High School Baseball. He mentored students participating in athletics at every opportunity.

Mike had many interests. He loved playing golf, basketball and baseball and regularly attended Ames and ISU athletic events. However, only known to family and good friends, Mike was willing to entertain by performing Elvis Presley songs. To his family’s great enjoyment, Mike sang at both Amy’s and Ashley’s wedding receptions, and Robert’s rehearsal dinner. Those memories still bring smiles to all. Michael Hamilton September 29, 1955 – December 12, 2019

Mike is survived by his wife, Maggie of Ames; daughters, Ashley (Ian) Smith of Ames and Amy (Matt) Fouch of Tipton; son, Robert (Alyse) Ridpath of Ames; grandchildren, Grayson Fouch, Stella Smith, Adalyn Fouch and Anne Ridpath; mother, Luci Hamilton of Ames; sister, Jo Ellen (Donna) Hamilton of Rehoboth, Del.; brother, Denny (Lynn) Hamilton of Republic, Mo.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ames High Baseball Programs. Checks can be made out to the Ames High Booster Club, with Hamilton Memorial in the memo line. Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com. Beverly Hammer

November 2, 1934 – June 14, 2020

Beverly Leanna (Christiansen) Hammer, age 85, of Boone, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Friends may call from 3:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall Streets in Boone. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, June 19, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Boone. The service may be viewed at https://us02web.zoom.us/ rec/share/u84rdIr033tIfc_DuWHZZp8aEojheaa82ycW8qYEyxsYTtLQ2uycwVJ_UYgLBH8– Burial will be in Linwood Park Cemetery.

Beverly was born on November 2, 1934 to Henry and Adeline (Wiese) Christiansen at their family farmhouse near Vail, IA. She attended Schleswig High School 9th and 10th grade. Junior and senior year she attended Denison High School, graduating in 1953.

Bev loved to roller skate in her younger years, and that is where she met her sweetheart, Russell. On Oc- tober 21, 1956, Beverly and Russell D. Hammer were united in marriage at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig, IA.

While Russ and Bev were younger, they loved to roller skate, dance, and play cards with other couples. Camping with other couples from church was summer fun! Family was EVERYTHING! Those things they loved continued while raising their 4 children, as the entire family was always included.

Bev’s life was built on the foundation of her faith in Jesus Christ her Savior. She raised her children in the church and continued throughout the years to be involved. After retiring from Iowa State University in 1999, Bev began to work part–time as a preschool teacher’s aide at Trinity Lutheran Church in Boone. Bev was also involved in many committees and organizations through Trinity Lutheran Church over the years, including Love in Action, Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, and Sisters in Christ, just to name a few.

Bev was known for the smile she always had on her face and the smiles she created for everyone around her. She was a strong, positive woman with encouraging words to share with those around her. The caring, loving lady she was, Bev “adopted” many into her family over the years.

Bev is survived by her children, Linda Hammer of Staplehurst, NE, Annette (David) Raebel of Bloomfield, IA, Eric (Julie) Hammer of Boone, IA, and Tammy (Rich) Gustafson of Boone, IA; grandchildren, Joni (Quinton) King, Christina (Greg) Schell, Micah (Tanner) Wilson, Joshua Raebel, Alaina Hammer, Quinten Gustafson, Hannah Raebel, Abigail Gustafson, Tonya (Kelly) Lyons, and Cortney Rose; great–grandchildren, Caroline King, Payton, Hana, and Morgan Lyons, Sophia and Jack Rose, and Baylor Shepard, and Beverly Hammer November 2, 1934 – June 14, 2020

two more on the way; brother, Bonard Christiansen of Schleswig, IA; sister–in–law, Betty Christiansen of Brooksville, FL; and many other friends and relatives.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Hammer; her parents, Henry and Adeline Christiansen; siblings, Phyllis (Loyal) Brotherson, Shirley (Eddie) Gehring, Dale (Millie) Christiansen, and Melroy Christian- sen; sister–in–law, Bev Rae Christiansen; and many other friends and relatives.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Mar- shall Streets in Boone. Online condolences may be left to Beverly’s family at www.schroedermemorialchapel. com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Trinity Lutheran Church or to the family for future designation. Darlene Harl January 8, 1933 – January 2, 2020

Following a series of illnesses in later life, Darlene Harl of Ames, Iowa, passed away on January 2, 2020. She left a host of friends and relatives to mourn her passing.

Darlene was born on a farm in Wayne County, Iowa, on January 8, 1933, to Alta Harris and Ernest Harris. Her only sister, Lucille, died in September of 2006. On September 7, 1952, she married her high school classmate, Neil E. Harl. They have two sons, James Brent, born in 1957, business owner in Denver, Colo- rado, and fourteen years later, Rodney Scott, born in 1971, business owner in Bedford, New Hampshire. Both sons are graduates of Harvard with Masters of Business Administration degrees. Brent has four sons, Michael, Jack, Joseph, and Rhett and Rodney has one daughter, Gemma.

From an early time, Darlene was a serious scholar and good friend to many. She was valedictorian in the rural group of graduating scholars in Wayne County, Iowa in 1947. She entered high school in Seymour, Iowa, and published herself as a friend and scholar there. Her early competition in that class was Neil Harl, who later became her husband. On graduation from high school, Darlene was salutatorian in a class of 45 and missed the top spot by one B. Her friend (and later husband) was valedictorian.

After graduation, Darlene (and several friends) sought employment in Des Moines, working for Bankers Life and later for Wallaces Farmer. After her marriage in 1952, she worked for Iowa State University and the Bureau of Public Roads until her husband’s graduation from Iowa State University in 1955.

Her husband, an Army officer, was stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas, and later at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. After two years of active duty, they moved to Des Moines for a year of employment there and the following year moved to Iowa City. Neil was enrolled at the Iowa Law School and Darlene enrolled at SUI. Her husband graduated in 1961 and they moved to Ames for him to pursue a Ph.D. in economics. He joined the ISU staff in late 1964 in the Department of Economics. Darlene completed her Bachelor of Science degree in 1981 from Iowa State University.

Darlene traveled widely with her husband, in his lecturing in the U.S. and later, as the head of a newly formed center, the Center for International Agricultural Finance, throughout the countries that were freed from Soviet Union control.

As a family, they vacationed principally in Osage Beach, Missouri; Denver, Colorado; and in Hawaii. They owned condominiums in all three places. Darlene Harl January 8, 1933 – January 2, 2020

In 2015, Darlene’s health began to fail and it reached the point that Neil became her caregiver on a full–time basis. On October 16, 2018, Darlene fell and fractured her hip. The recovery was lengthy but she recovered much of her lost health. She fell again May 3, 2019, which required more care. Neil and their two sons extend their deepest thanks to those who helped to make her illness as pleasant as possible with generous gifts of food, literature and visitation.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Alta Harris and by her sister, Lucille Conti.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Ames on January 8, 2020. She was a long–time and active member of the church. A visitation will be held at Adams Funeral Home on Janu- ary 7 from 4 until 7 p.m . Interment will be at the Iowa State University Cemetery in Ames.

Memorials may be left with the funeral home or a recipient of your choosing.

Adams Funeral Home in Ames is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.adamssoderstrum.com

Tribute to Darlene Harris Harl by her husband Neil –

Darlene was born in Wayne County, Iowa, on January 8, 1933. She had an older sister, Lucille, who worked initially in California and later in Ames.

Darlene, at an early stage, was a serious scholar but she enjoyed helping her parents at an early age and through high school days.

She was valedictorian of her large class of Eighth Graders in 1947 in Wayne County, Iowa. She then enrolled in High School at Seymour, Iowa, and completed all four years in the Seymour High School. In her first year in high school, she demonstrated her interest in excelling scholastically, that continued all four years. One of her competitors scholastically was Neil E. Harl, also at the Seymour High School, from Appanoose County, an adjoining county, where the two were competitors both with straight A records, except for typing which Darlene took and Neil did not. She finally revealed that she deliberately earned a “B” in typing. Darlene told a friend shortly before Darlene’s death, that she did that deliberately so that Neil would have a straight A aver- age. That was not known until shortly before her death when she revealed it to a friend, but not to her friend, Neil. Her reasoning, she said to the friend, she thought Neil should be valedictorian “…because he has the best chance to excel in his career.” It is difficult to find a greater sacrifice at the high school level.

After high school, Darlene dutifully joined a group of women, all of whom went to Des Moines for employment. However, on September 7, 1952, Darlene and Neil were married in Seymour, Iowa, and Darlene joined her husband in Ames where she sought employment and helped get Neil through his Bachelor of Science degree. Darlene Harl January 8, 1933 – January 2, 2020

After graduation, two years were spent on active military duty for Neil. That was all at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, as an officer in an army unit organized to protect Chicago from air attack. On completion of Neil’s active duty, they returned to Des Moines where Neil had a position with Wallaces Farmer and Darlene worked in Des Moines.

Her husband left Wallaces Farmer in the autumn of 1958 and after earning a law degree in Iowa City, returned to Ames for a Ph.D. Darlene, then a mother, helped to move the family back to Ames. Darlene and Neil have two wonderful sons. Brent is in business in Denver and Rodney is president of a firm on the East Coast at Bedford, New Hampshire. Both have masters degrees from Harvard. Darlene and Neil have four grandsons and one granddaughter.

Darlene, along the way, was taking courses for a bachelor’s degree at Iowa State which she earned in 1981.

For Darlene, illness became a factor in her life in 2015 but it was not until May of 2019, at age 86, that she was confined for her final months. She died late on January 2 of this year. Her burial was on her 87th birthday, January 8.

For everyone who came to know her, and that was many close and dear friends (as well as those who only knew her briefly), she came to be a very dear friend. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.

She is buried in the Iowa State University Cemetery, just inside the gate. Every day Neil visits her grave for a few minutes. Sheldon Hauge March 27, 1947 – July 10, 2020

It is with great sadness that I report that my husband, Lee Haugen, passed away during the early hours of the morning, July 10, 2020. It was a peaceful passing in his own domain. Lee had been in declining health in recent years, so this was not unexpected, but a shock when it became a reality.

Lee grew up in northern Minnesota on Ely Lake and moved to the Twin Cities to enroll in the theater department at the University of Minnesota. Always flexible, he then worked in St Paul at Ramsey County Welfare for several years dealing with appeals.

We met and eloped to Japan in 1983, and settled in Ames, where I was on the architecture faculty at Iowa State University. He finished his undergraduate work in institutional communications and an MS in higher education. For the remaining decade in Iowa, he worked as an editor and research advisor for the College of Design and then as a Faculty Development Specialist in the university’s Center for Teaching Excellence. His advisories on learning centered syllabi and faculty portfolios were widely used by universities well beyond Iowa.

We retired to Olympia in 2002 and lived in West Mark Condos, with Lee as HOA board president, for 14 years and me as grounds person, what else? When the state extended civil rights to us, we married in 2013. Needing more accessible living quarters, we moved to Capitol Lake Towers four years ago. He so enjoyed the company of our neighbors and relatives and the regional medical experts for the support that they extended.

See you in the garden, Bob Findlay

Tribute from the College of Design:

Sheldon “Lee” Haugen, Olympia, Washington, died July 10, 2020. Haugen worked as an editor and research adviser with the Institute for Design Research and Outreach (IDRO) from 1995–1997 and as a faculty development specialist with the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) from 1997 until his retirement in 2002. His focus on creating learning–centered syllabi and his faculty portfolios were widely used by Iowa State and other universities. Richard Heggen

January 3, 1931 – December 3, 2020

Richard Dean Heggen, age 89, of Ames, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at his home. A private family visitation will take place and a public Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, December 11, 2020 at the Calvary United Methodist Church located at 1403 24th Street in Ames, Iowa, 50010. Face masks and social distancing will be required and the service will be live–streamed and a link will be available on the Tribute Wall of Heggen’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Heggen was a Distinguished Professor of Art in the College of Design at Iowa State University (ISU) from 1966– 1996. He also served as a cooperating teacher, supervising teacher assisting many student teachers from Iowa State University. Heggen served as an art consultant for Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls, Iowa. He became a Distinguished Professor Emeritus when he retired after 30 years.

Prior to joining ISU, he attended the Cummings School of Art in Des Moines, Iowa. He also attended West Texas State College in Canyon, Texas in 1951. Heggen served in the United States Air Force from 1951– 1955. He had various duties including illustrating Air Force recruiting materials. Since 1955 he continued to be a member of the American Legion. Heggen received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1958 and a Masters’ of Fine Arts degree in 1962 from Drake University.

While earning his Masters of Fine Arts degree, Heggen was an art supervisor and instructor who taught elementary, middle school, high school and junior college aged students in Eagle Grove, Iowa from 1958– 1966. He received the faculty citation for long and inspiring service to Iowa State University and was named to the rank of Distinguished Professor in the College of Design in 1983. His art work, which he exhibited widely in both public and private collections, included the Smithsonian Institute, museums in Paris, and awards in state, regional, national, and international competitions.

Heggen was born at home on January 8, 1931 to Elof and Inga Heggen. He was the fourth of eight children who lived on their family farm near Harcourt, Iowa. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, older brother, Roy, his older sister Virgina Tynan, his younger brother, Don, and sister, Wilma Hair. He is survived by his sisters Betty Jo Smith of Ankeny, Iowa, Peggy Jackson of Des Moines, Iowa and Ilene Werner of Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Heggen married Joyce Lorraine Johnson on November 3, 1951 at the Harcourt United Methodist Church. He is survived by his loving wife Joyce Lorraine Heggen of Ames, and four daughters: Barbara (Craig) Alcott of Ankeny, Iowa, Sharon Romsey (the late Steven Romsey) of Gilbert, Iowa, Joyce (David) Hansen of Ankeny, Iowa and Rachel (Michael) Inouye of Waukesha, Wisconsin. Heggen is also survived by ten grandchildren: Jen (Herb), Joel (Melissa), Eric (Amy), Beau (Christine), Grant (Victoria) Taylor (Jocelyn), Richard Heggen January 3, 1931 – December 3, 2020

Seth (Natasha), Michael (Amy), Andrew (Crescent), Grace (Johnny) and nine great–grandchildren: Craig, Nick, Ashly (Alex), Chase, Kayla, Joey, Jack, Jude and Jonah.

Heggen became a born–again Christian on February 15, 1961. He had various church memberships sinceHe he became a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ which included the Methodist and Open Bible Churches in Eagle Grove, Iowa, Campus Baptist Church and Calvary United Methodist Churches in Ames, Iowa. Heggen taught adult Sunday school for over 55 years and was a certified lay speaker.

Tribute from the College of Design:

Richard Heggen, 89, of Ames, distinguished professor emeritus of art and design, died Dec. 3, 2020. Heggen taught at Iowa State from 1966 until his retirement in 1996. An accomplished plein air artist, Heggen exhibited his work widely in the United States and participated in a traveling show curated by the Smithsonian Institu- tion. In retirement, he continued to teach drawing and painting workshops for groups including Iowa Artists, which established the Iowa Artists’ Heggen Award in his honor. Glenn Hillesland

April 20, 1923 – January 12, 2020

Glenn Gaylord Hillesland passed away peacefully at The Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, IA on Jan- uary 12. He was born in Mahnomen, MN on April 20, 1923, the second son of Torjels “T. M.” Hillesland and Marie “Lottie” Falnes Hillesland. The family moved to the Flaskerud Homestead near Calmar, IA in 1925, where Glenn spent his youth.

Glenn attended primary school in a one–room schoolhouse in Conover, IA, the home of the original business establishment of William Cargill. In 1941, he graduated from Calmar High school, and in the following year enrolled in Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic in Ames, IA pursuing a course in electrical engineering.

In 1943, Glenn entered the US Army and was sent to Army Specialized Training School in Raleigh, NC to learn the use of the newly developed proximity fuse for the U.S. Army. He served in the European War Theatre and was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Tech Sargent.

He returned to Iowa State College to complete his engineering degree. Upon graduation, Glenn was employed by Public Service Utilities in Joliet, IL.

He was united in marriage to Evelyn Posthumus on May 27, 1949 in Joliet. To this union, five children were born: David, Marie, Daniel, Annette and Eric. Evelyn passed away on March 3, 1983, and their son Daniel passed away on March 23, 1996.

On March 23, 1986, Glenn was united in marriage to Arnhild Hellkås in Joliet, IL. In August 1986, he and Arnhild moved to Ames, IA where he was employed by Iowa State University as an adjunct professor. He was a member of Memorial Lutheran Church in Nevada, IA and belonged to the Ames Golden Kiwanis Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Evelyn, son Daniel and brothers Dalos and Harvey. Glenn is survived by his wife Arnhild, brother Alton Hillesland (Ruthann), sister–in–law Goldie Mae Hillesland, children: David Hillesland, Midwest City, OK, Marie Hillesland, Valparaiso, IN, Annette (Bill) Edwards, Elmhurst, IL and Eric (Brenda) Hillesland, Plainfield, IL, three step children: Øyvor (Stein Erling) Sørensen, Oslo, Norway, Ketil (Synnøve) Dalheim, Lillehammer, Norway and Torgrim Dalheim, Lilleham- mer, Norway, 13 grandchildren, 6 step grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Glenn Hillesland April 20, 1923 – January 12, 2020

A funeral service will be held at Bethany Life in Story City on Saturday January 25th at 12:00 noon. Visitation will begin at 10:30 am. The Rasmusson–Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada is handling the arrangements. Burial will follow on Sunday, January 26that Calmar Lutheran Church and Cemetery at 1 pm in Calmar, IA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Israel Family Hospice House or Bethany Life Endowment.

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Glenn Hillesland, adjunct professor emeritus in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE) at Iowa State University, peacefully passed away on Jan. 12, 2020, in Ames.

As a young student, Hillesland attended a one–room schoolhouse in Conover, Iowa. After graduating from high school, he enrolled at Iowa State the following year, pursuing courses in electrical engineering.

In the midst of obtaining his degree, Hillesland entered the U.S. Army and became a Tech Sergeant, from which he was honorably discharged in 1946. After his discharge, Hillesland came back to Ames to complete his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, which he received in 1947. As a student, he was involved in the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (now the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, or IEEE), the Lutheran Student Association and intramurals. Once Hillesland completed his degree, he started a job with a utilities service in Illinois called Commonwealth Edison Company. Hillesland eventually moved back to Ames with his wife, Arnhild Hellkas, and from 1986 until retirement he was an adjunct professor in ECpE.

While Hillesland was a faculty member in ECpE, he received many recognitions and awards for his driven work ethic. Hillesland received the Engineering Impact award, the Outstanding Achievement in Extension/ Professional Practice award and the Superior Engineering Extension award. Hillesland focused a lot of his research on electromagnetic fields and evaluating variation in home comfort levels when cycling air condi- tioning on and off by a utility.

Outside of Iowa State, Hillesland was a senior member of IEEE, also serving on the program committee of the Central Iowa IEEE branch. He was also a member of the Western Society of Engineers, the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) and the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE). Hillesland made memorable contributions to all the professional organizations in which he was involved.

Hillesland did a lot in the engineering world, but he still took the time to impact people’s lives, encouraging and motivating the people around him. His professional and personal work ethic will forever be remembered by ECpE at Iowa State. Laurent Hodges Unknown – April 29, 2020

No Obituary Found Janet Hoff August 19, 1930 – June 5, 2019

Janet Alma Hoff was born August 19, 1930 in Ames, Iowa, the daughter of Carl R. and Alma (Schoenlein) Hoff, and baptized by her grandfather, Rev. H. W. Schoenlein, on October 19, 1930. She died peacefully June 5, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, surrounded by her family.

Jan graduated from Ames High School in 1948, the Oberlin (Ohio) Conservatory of Music in 1952, and received her Master of Music Education degree from Drake University in 1968. In 1951, she married Bernard A. Clark; to this union were born four children.

Jan taught school in Suffolk County, England, and Hamilton County, Iowa. She was a secretary for 20 years at Iowa State University, and for 31 years served the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Story City, Iowa as organist. After moving to Carroll, Iowa in 1999 she became an organist at St. Paul Lutheran Church and served there for an additional 16 years; she was always an active volunteer in the church and community.

In her earlier years she was an avid tennis player and enjoyed bike rides, kayaking, and swimming. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great–grandmother; her greatest joy was her family. Since returning to Ames two years ago, Jan has immersed herself in all the life and activities of the Northridge Village community. She will be greatly missed by all who were touched by her passion for life and kindness towards others.

She is survived and dearly missed by her four children: Nicole (Dr. John) Carroll of Corpus Christi, TX; Kim Severson of Randall; Todd Clark of Pleasant Hill; and Brent (Sherry) Clark of Ogden; 12 grandchildren, 11 great–grandchildren, a sister, Elsie (Dr. Chuck) Walter of Bellingham, WA, and numerous nieces and nephews. Her parents and three siblings preceded her in death. She donated her body to the University of Iowa Medical School for scientific research. John Homer, Jr. June 29, 1935 – May 16, 2020

John Franklin Homer, Jr. died Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Arbor Springs of West Des Moines. John was born and raised in the Sioux City area to John Franklin Homer, Sr. and Thelma Maria Titus on June 29, 1935.

John enlisted in the Marine Corp in March 1953. He served during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in October 1955. He studied at DeVry University in Electronic Technology. He also studied Computer Engineering at ISU.

He married the love of his life, Delores Mae Koskovich on April 27, 1960. They raised five children: Elaine Kae Whiteford, Perth, Australia; Lynn Lee Hermann (Jeff), Des Moines, IA; Nancy Ann Pilney (Bret) Over- land Park, KS; Mark Joseph Homer (Kathy) Murrieta, CA; Deborah Marie Thode (David) Fort Dodge, IA. They moved from Sioux City, IA to Ames, IA in 1965.

From 1965, John was employed by the United States Department of Energy National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa and affiliated with Iowa State University. He retired in 1998. His first work location was at the Ames Reactor, until they moved to the Metals Development Building on Iowa State University Campus. John was a member of the Cold War Patriots.

During this time John was an Electrical Technician and worked his way up to Senior Research Techni- cian, Computer Network Support Specialist and finally Research Advisor. He has two patents through ISU. One for Video Voice hardware and software and the second was for a device used in the measuring of data in atomic colliders, known as the Multiple Channel Data Acquisition System. John received the HR 100 award in a presentation at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.

John enjoyed playing bridge, working with and fixing computers and mentoring his 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 13 great–grandchildren. He was an avid cyclist. John and Delores rode their tandem bike for many years. He also rode his bike on RAGBRAI from 1990–1999. When John was 60 years old, he rode on the Iowa 150 cross country bicycle ride, a 150–year celebration event for the State of Iowa. This ride went from Long Beach, CA to Washington, D.C. one hundred days, 5,000 miles with 300 participants. John was one of 5 that rode very mile.

John and Delores loved to travel all over the world. Once he retired, John and Delores travelled all over the United States for the next ten years. At 70 years old, John decided he needed to go back to work. He got a part–time job at ACE Hardware in Ames, Iowa. He enjoyed this job and loved helping people until 2017 when he retired again. John Homer, Jr. June 29, 1935 – May 16, 2020

John is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother, a daughter–in–law and his son. There will be a Celebration of Life for John and an internment service at Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ames, Iowa, at a future date when the concerns and precautions over C0VID–19 have lifted. Please leave memories and condolences at www.desmoinescremation.com. Hsung–Cheng Hsieh February 24, 1929 – December 2, 2019

Hsung–Cheng “Cheng” Hsieh was born on Feb. 24, 1929 in Taiwan and passed away on Dec. 2, 2019 in Ames, due to complications from a stroke. Having received his elementary and middle school education in Taiwan, he received his high school education and part of his university education at the University of Tokyo in Japan from 1947–1951.

In 1951 he received a scholarship to attend Dartmouth College in the United States, from which he graduated in 1954 with a BA in Mathematics with high distinction. He was then awarded the Charles O. Miller Fellowship for graduate studies at the California Institute of Technology receiving an M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering in 1955. He received his professional Electrical Engineering degree from Stanford University in 1957, and his PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of California at Berkeley in 1960.

He then pursued an academic career in teaching and research, having had academic appointments at Wichita State University, The University of Iowa and The University of Michigan where he was a visiting scientist as well as an associate professor in the EE department. He came to Iowa State in 1968, accepting a position which offered the opportunity for both teaching and research and was promoted to full professor soon after. He taught and developed a wide range of courses in the EE department over the years and conducted research in those same areas. In the 1960s and 70s he was doing research in plasma physics; in the 1980s research on semi–conductor and photonic devices, and in the 1990′s he was working in the area of light wave technology, which may lead to the development of the digital optical computer – the next generation of technology.

His publications appeared in the very best refereed journals of his field such as the IEEE Journal of Light Wave Technology, the IEEE Journal of Quantum Electronics and the Journal of Applied Physics. In 1984– 85 he was the Senior Visiting Fellow of the U.K. Science and Engineering Council at the Central Facility for Growth of IIIV Compound Semiconductor to SERC at the University of Sheffield, England. In 1992–93 he was Guest Researcher at the Electrotechnical Laboratory at the Agency of Industrial Science and Tech- nology with the Ministry of International Trade and Industry of Japan in Tsukuba, Japan.

His passions outside of work were tennis, travel and ballroom dancing. He and his wife, Janet, were members of the Castle Club in Des Moines and the Red Friar’s Ballroom Dance Club in Ames for many years. He will be remembered for his thoughtfulness, and kind and gentle manner. He is survived by his wife Janet Anderson– Hsieh, daughter Hilda Holman and his granddaughter Zoe Holman. The memorial service will be held January 4, 2019 at 2pm at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames at 1015 North Hyland Avenue in Ames, Iowa. In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to: Hope Ministries P.O. Box 862 Des Moines, IA 50304–0862 www.hopeiowa.org UU Fellowship of Ames 1015 North Hyland Ave- nue Ames, IA 50010. Hsung–Cheng Hsieh February 24, 1929 – December 2, 2019

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Hsung–Cheng “Cheng” Hsieh, professor with Iowa State University‘s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE) from 1968–98, passed away on Dec. 2, 2019, in Ames, due to complications from a stroke. Hsieh was 90 years old.

After attending prestigious universities and receiving a bachelor of arts in mathematics from Dartmouth Col- lege and master of science in electrical engineering from the California Institute of Technology, professional electrical engineering degree from Stanford University, and a doctorate in applied math from UC Berkeley, Hsieh found a passion for teaching and research. Hsieh conducted a lot of his research on plasma physics, conductors and lightwave technology. He had many publications of his work, in well known journals like IEEE and the Journal of Applied Physics. Hsieh was known to be gentle and kind, having many hobbies outside of work. He and his wife, Janet, often went ballroom dancing in Ames and Des Moines often. Hsieh also enjoyed traveling and tennis. With all of the research, teaching and passions Hsieh had inside and outside of work, he had a very full schedule, but he always made time for his family, friends and coworkers. His drive for success is remembered in all the research he published and the variety of courses he taught and developed during his time at Iowa State.

Tribute by David Stephenson, former faculty colleague in Electrical Engineering

Cheng Hsieh and I were fellow faculty members in Electrical and Computer Engineering for many years. He was a valued colleague and a warm personal friend. Best wishes and condolences to his wife Janet and their family. Vicki Hubby May 22, 1954 – March 28, 2021

Vicki Marlene (Ball) Hubby, 66 of Ames, died Sunday, March 28, 2021, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames surrounded by family.

Vicki was born May 22, 1954, in Ames, the daughter of Clifford and Delores (Ferguson) Ball. She graduated from Ames High School in 1972 and from DMACC with a degree in accounting. On October 15, 1988, Vicki was united in marriage to Dean Hubby at the Living History Farms. She worked over 35 years for the Parks Library on the Iowa State Campus, just recently retiring in January.

Vicki was a member of the AFSME Union and the American Legion Post 37. She enjoyed reading, baking and spending time with family. She especially loved to support her grandson in all his activities.

Vicki is survived by her husband, Dean of Ames; her daughter, Rabecca (Jeff) Jansen of Ankeny; her mother, Delores Ball of Ames; her god daughter, LaChondra Davis of Chicago; her grandson, Jacob Jansen; her godgranddaughter, Breá Davis; her brothers, Don (Cynthia) Ball of Boone and James Ball of Nevada; and her sister, Linda Curnes of Ames.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Tribute:

Vicki Hubby retired from University Library on January 4, 2021 with 34 years of service. Shortly after retirement, Vicki passed away on March 28, 2021. Vicki was a Library Assistant II. Her most recent focus had been working with Monograph Acquisitions within the Collections & Technical Services.

Vicki’s Supervisor, Stephani Scherbart shares this personal memory about working alongside Vicki at Parks Library. It was my greatest pleasure to work with Vicki for many years. She was a wonderful and cheerful woman who was an extremely hard worker. Vicki was very supportive and contributed much to the friendly and family atmosphere of our department. Her graciousness and kindness, her ability to bake fabulous treats, and her smile will be missed by everyone. Wallace “Wally” Huffman September 22, 1943 – June 10, 2020

Wallace “Wally” Edgar Huffman, of Ames, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at St. Mary’s Hos- pital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Friends may call from 3–7:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at the Reiman Ballroom at Iowa State Uni- versity Alumni Center where there will be a prayer service held at 7:00 P.M. Private family funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June 19, 2020 at St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Des Moines and may be viewed at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83353355087. A public burial will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, June 19, 2020 at ISU Cemetery in Ames.

Due to COVID–19, social distancing and use of facemasks will be encouraged at all services. Iowa State University is requiring all attending the visitation to wear facemasks.

Born on September 22, 1943 in Batavia, Iowa, Wally was the son of Edgar and Louise (Sterling) Huffman. He began farming and driving a tractor at age 5, which developed his love of tractors and taught him about hard work at an early age. He began his education in a one–room schoolhouse and graduated from Pekin High School in 1961. He entered a two–year program in farm operations at Iowa State University with the intention of returning to farming. Wally was able to continue his education on a scholarship at ISU where he began as a star chemistry student but ended up developing a lifelong passion for economics. While attending ISU, Wally was the President of Farmhouse Fraternity. He was then encouraged by ISU Economics Professor Raymond Beneke to further his education at the University of Chicago, where he earned a Ph.D. in economics. Wally worked at Oklahoma State prior to returning to Iowa State Uni- versity in 1974. He rose to the very top of the professional ranks at Iowa State and served as Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Professor of Economics. Throughout his career, Wally supervised 28 doctoral dissertations and 14 Master’s degree theses. He was extremely dedicated and passionate about his career, and has left an impact in the field of agricultural economics. He enjoyed attending conferences around the world with his wife and bringing their daughter along starting at the age of 6 months.

Wally was united in marriage to Sonya Kostova at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in Des Moines on July 20, 1996. Together they had one daughter, Nadia who has followed in her parents’ footsteps as an Economics scholar. Wally was extremely proud of his family and of the paper that he and Nadia co–authored.

In his spare time, Wally loved to travel. He especially enjoyed spending time in Cabo San Lucas, Mex- ico and Ravello, Italy. He enjoyed woodworking and building wood sculptures. Wally was a long–time member of Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in Des Moines. He also enjoyed spending time with his puppy, Gingy. Wallace “Wally” Huffman September 22, 1943 – June 10, 2020

Wally is survived by his wife, Sonya of Ames; daughter, Nadia of Ames; sister, Connie (Chuck) Peterson of Apple Valley, MN; his mother and father–in–law, Nadia Kostova and Dimiter Kostov of Bulgaria; a brother– in–law, Krasimir Kostov of Bulgaria; nieces: Carissa (Rob) Bartlett, Teresa (James) Shackelford, and Heather (Gary) Demaree; nephews: Paul (Tina) Peterson and Michael (Jessie) Pickett; and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Shirley Pickett.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Wally’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family to be used for a future memorial in Wally’s name. Wallace Hutchison

September 17, 1930 – June 23, 2019

Our sweet father, Wallace Winchester Hutchison, passed away peacefully at home, June 23, 2019 at the age of 88. He is survived by his six children; Linda Stripling, Robert Hutchison (Holly), Micheal Hutchison (Tafel), Bret Hutchison (Becky), Julie Hale (Richard), Jill Birrell (Scott), 18 Grandchildren, 17 great–grandchildren, a sister, Nancy Ward, and brother Jack Hutchison. He is so happy to be reunited with his sweetheart of 68 years, Rada Bronson Hutchison, for time and all eternity.

Wallace was born in Malta, Idaho on September 17, 1930 to Garrett Hutchison and Myrtle Winchester Hutchison. He was the third child of six children. Wallace met his eternal companion, Rada Bronson, in Malta, Idaho. They were married in the Salt Lake Temple, January 30, 1950. They met in grade school when Rada was 5 and Wallace was 6 years old and then married right out of High School. Wallace was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter–day Saints. Wallace held many church callings: Branch President, Bishop’s Counselor, High Council, Young Men’s President, Seminary Teacher, Explorer Scout Leader, and Sunday School Youth Teacher. Wallace loved his daily scripture study and never missed a day. Wallace and Rada served three missions; Scot- land, Salt Lake City Temple Square, and the Provo Utah Mission Office. He also enjoyed serving 15 years as a Temple worker in the Provo Temple.

Wallace was an exceptional athlete and loved anything to do with BYU athletics and his beloved NY Yankees. Wallace was offered a full ride scholarship, in basketball, to Idaho State University. Wallace graduated from Raft River High school. He began working for Kraft foods in Malta, Idaho, making cheese products. He moved his small family to Provo, UT to attend school at BYU. Wallace was a natural athlete and excelled in any sport that he participated in. He went to BYU for his under graduate and master’s degrees and completed a PH.D from The University of Utah, in Exercise Physiology. He was a professor at Iowa State University where he remained until he retired. He was the founder of the Iowa State Universi- ty Exercise Clinic. He was interviewed for the Church News (April 21, 1979 issue) highlighting his accomplishments as a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter–days Saints and his leadership role in Health and Fitness in the community.

Of all of his accomplishments, Wallace was most proud of his six children. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He lead by example and did not expect his children to do anything that he was not willing to do. He devoted many of his later years, tending to the needs of his beloved wife, never com- plaining and serving willingly and lovingly. Wallace is reunited with his one and only true love, for time and all eternity, his beloved Rada. Murlin Iles December 4, 1936 – December 13, 2020

Murlin Iles, 83 died Friday, December 13, 2019 on his Century Farm northwest of Stratford. A Celebration of Life will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 23, 2019 at the Calvary Methodist Church in Stratford. Burial will be in the Hardin Township cemetery south of Stratford. Visitation will be 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the church. Foster Funeral & Cremation Center is entrusted with the services.

Murlin Jean Iles, the son of Grover and Maggie Malmberg Iles, was born December 4, 1936 on the family farm northwest of Stratford. He graduated from the Stratford high school in 1955. Murlin was in the United States Army from March 1958 to February 1960. On November 1, 1991 he was united in marriage to Lou- Rene Scott in Stratford. He worked for 21 years at Iowa State University as an equipment operator in the power plant.

Murlin retired in 1998.

He is survived by his wife LouRene; daughter Anna (Miguel) Canales; grandson Sebastian Jean Cana- les; mother–in–law Peggy Scott; brother–in–law Mark (Sherri) Scott; sisters–in–law, Marj Iles and Karol (Marshall) Beard; special friends, Todd and Katie Pille and their children Paisley and Carly, Roy and Tere- sa Ball and many nieces and nephews.

Murlin was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings Harold Iles, Genevieve Steuerwald, Clif- ford Iles, Kenneth Iles, Donald Iles, and Myron (Mike) Iles and his father–in–law Warren Scott. He was a member of the American Legion Post number 576. Murlin loved his Century Farm (where he lived his entire life), his Model A and all his farm animals. Thomas Jellinger

September 17, 1923 – March 2, 2020

Thomas Christian Jellinger, 96, of Westminster, Colorado, died March 2, 2020. Tom enjoyed life in Bella Vista, Arkansas, after retiring from Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Tom Jellinger was the son of Thomas and Allie Jellinger, but most of all was the husband of Romilda Bertsch Jellinger.

Tom and Ro built a rich and loving marriage and lived their love story for over sixty years until Ro’s death in 2007. Tom is survived by his three children: Richard (Peggy) Jellinger, Susan (Becca Ketcherside) Jell- inger, and Nancy (Michael) Graeve. He was so proud of his eight grandchildren and fifteen great–grandchildren. Lt. Jellinger was advised to plan a short life following serious injuries in the crash of his B–26 in 1944. So he packed his life full to the brim with love for Ro, with challenges in engineering and contract- ing in Cincinnati and building the Construction Engineering program at ISU, plus fun with students, friends and family on the golf course, around the table, and on the road. That predicted short life became a life long and full to the end. Many will miss him and all are grateful to have shared his life.

A Memorial Mass for Tom is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2020, at 10:30 AM, with a Rosary before- hand at 10:00 AM, at the chapel at Horan & McConaty, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton, CO 80229. Reception will follow the Mass. If you are so inclined, Tom would rather avoid flowers and asked instead that donations be made to the Tom Jellinger Construction Engineering Fund for Excellence by making any donation payable to the ISU Foundation in his memory. Go to http://www.foundation.iastate.edu or forward checks to the Jellinger Family at 316 Rice Street, Anoka, MN 55303.

Tribute by his daughter Susan Jellinger –

Thomas Christian Jellinger of Westminster, Colorado, died March 2, 2020. Tom was the youngest child of Thomas and Allie Jellinger born in 1923. While in the Army Air Corps Lt. Jellinger was advised to plan on a short life following his serious injuries from the crash of his B–26 in 1944. So he packed his life full to the brim: going to dances, meeting a couple of sisters on a blind date and knowing immediately that he was going to marry the girl who wasn’t his date that night. Although it took some convincing, within a year he was the husband of Romilda Bertsch Jellinger.

With his love for Ro and her attitude of looking out for his best options, Tom met the challenges of being an engineer, architect, and contractor in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was Ro who knew he needed new challenges and got him to interview for a position at Iowa State. So he did, was hired in 1960 and charged with building the Construction Engineering program at ISU. He relied heavily on business men and other contract- ing professionals around the country to help focus the ConE program. Thomas Jellinger September 17, 1923 – March 2, 2020

When he retired in 1981 as a professor emeritus, the program that started with 4 students had over 400 students and awarded bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees. Over those years, Tom and Ro hosted many gatherings for students who got to enjoy their love of throwing a party! While in Ames, Tom developed lifelong friendships and had great times on the golf course, at 20th Century Lanes bowling alley, dining and dancing at the Elks Club or the Country Club or around the tables and in the living rooms of friends. That predicted short life stretched into a full 96 1/2 years of gracing this planet with love, service, and faith.

When the University celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Construction Engineering program in 2010, Tom gave the keynote address and spoke about the people involved (planners, professors and students) in the success of the program. He rattled off names and details and stories for an hour …. all with only one small notecard with seven words on it!

Tom and Ro built a rich, loving marriage and lived their love story for over sixty years until Ro’s death in 2007. They are survived by three children: Richard (Peggy) Jellinger, Susan (Becca Ketcherside) Jellinger, and Nancy (Michael) Graeve. Tom was so proud of his eight grandchildren and fourteen great–grandchildren. A Memorial Mass for Tom will hopefully happen Saturday, August 8, 2020. Tom requested that, if you are so inclined, please make a donation in his memory to the Tom Jellinger Construction Engineering Fund for Excel- lence, payable to the ISU Foundation, http:// www.foundation.iastate.edu . He was a good man who left a rich legacy at Iowa State, in Ames, and in his retiree “home town” of over 30 years: Bella Vista, Arkansas.

Tribute by his colleague Charles Jahren – ISU work experience: Tom Jellinger joined the Iowa State University Faculty in 1960 and retired in 1981 with the title of Professor Emeritus.

Highlight of their employment: Tom Jellinger was the founding faculty member of the Construction Engineering Program at Iowa State Uni- versity. He led the program from its beginning in 1960 became the Professor–in–Charge as he recruited more faculty members. By the time he retired, the program enrolled 329 students, and was ABET (Engineering) accredited.

Personal memory: During Tom’s retirement in the mid 2000’s, Tom, a few of his loyal alumni students and I organized a golf outing and reunion at his retirement community in Bella Vista, Arkansas. The banquet that evening was very inti- mate and Tom and his wife Ro and the alumni shared stories of student pranks, faculty member bumbles, field trips, and student organization meetings. The close bond between Tom and his students was obvious.

Other thoughts to share: When construction engineering students graduate at Iowa State University, they often share favorite memories about the family feel of our program and how much they enjoy hanging out with each other and faculty members. Tom started the traditions that persist to this day and provide students and faculty and staff members with warm and memorable experiences. Maxine Jensen August 26, 1922 – October 21, 2019

Maxine Jensen, age 97 of Ames passed away October 21, 2019. A visitation will be Thursday, October 24 from 5 until 7 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Maxine Phyllis Jensen was born on August 26, 1922 in Lake County, South Dakota to Robert and Hannah (Egge) Gauthun.

Maxine was active at Bethesda Lutheran Church in several various activities until recently. She was an avid bridge player. Maxine also belonged to the ISU Vet Wives. She traveled to all 50 states, most Canadi- an providences, and several European countries.

She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, Loyd.

Maxine is survived by three children; David Jensen of Phoenix, Arizona, Karen Jensen of Loveland, Colo- rado and Robert Jensen of Ames; two grandchildren, Jonathan (Laurie) Jensen, Jarrod Birdsall and one great–grandchild.

Tribute by son David Jensen –

Maxine was born in Lake County, SD on the family homestead. She graduated from Wayne State Teach- ers College (Nebraska) spring 1947 and married Loyd Jensen Aug 13, 1947. They moved to Ames while Loyd was a veterinary student at ISU. Maxine taught junior High School in Ames. After Loyd graduated from ISU Vet school they moved to Wayne, NE where Maxine was active with the Wayne State Foun- dation. In 1967 they moved back to Ames. Maxine was involved in many activities at Bethesda Lutheran Church. She was an avid bridge player and belonged to the ISU Vet Wives organization. She traveled to all 50 states, most Canadian provinces, and several European countries.

Maxine is survived by 3 children, 2 grandchildren, and one great grand daughter. W. John Johnson April 13, 1931 – April 28, 2020

W. John Johnson, 89, of Ames, Iowa passed away on Tuesday April 28, 2020 at Israel House Hospice in Ames, Iowa.

Worney John Johnson Jr. was born on April 13, 1931 in Marshall County, Iowa; he was the son of Worney and Mary (Hodson) Johnson Sr. He attended and graduated from Van Cleve High School and later earned degrees in Agriculture Education (BS) and Rural Sociology (MS) from Iowa State University. He served his country honorably in the United States Military as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne division. On December 22, 1957 John was united in marriage to Elaine Eldridge in Ruthven, Iowa. John spent 33 years with Iowa State University Extension as County 4–H and Youth Leader at Oakland, Iowa; Member State 4–H staff, Ames; County Extension Director, Palo Alto County; Area Director for 10 county area, Spencer, Iowa; Assistant Dean and Director of University Extension, Ames, Iowa. John enjoyed involvement in community activities including, President, Spencer Rotary Club, President Northwest Iowa Regional Red Cross, President of the United Way and President of the Ames Golden K Kiwanis. He was a member of the United Methodist Church of Oakland, Emmetsburg, Spencer and Ames, Iowa, the Chairman of Admin- istrative Council, Lay Leader, Finance Commission, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, also Chairman of several District Church Commissions and Chairman of United Methodist Conference Task Force on World Hunger. John had been a beekeeper for over 30 years, served as President and Vice President of Iowa Honey Producers association and served 20 years on the Iowa Honey Producers State Board. He served as a volunteer advisor to beekeepers in the Ukraine as they developed a new bee law for their nation. John was a longtime fisherman with over 40 trips into the Canadian wilderness.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 62 years, Elaine, sons, Greg (Rita Majewski) Johnson and Kent (Carrie Gustaveson) Johnson, grandchildren, Jessica and Jennifer, half brothers and sisters, Jim John- son, Becky Birch, Wendy Leonard and Craig Kerr.

In death John rejoins his parents, grandson, Kevin Johnson and sister, JoAnn Barnes. Memorials contributions may be made to Israel Family Hospice House, 400 South Dakota Ave, Ames, IA 50014 or to Collegiate United Methodist Church 2622 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014.

Tribute by his wife Elaine Johnson –

ISU Work Experience:

4H and Youth assistant – East Pottawattamie County, State 4–H Staff – ISU, County Extension Director – Palo Alto County, Area Extension Director –N W Iowa Area at Spencer, Iowa, Assistant Dean of Universi- ty, and Extension And Assistant Director of Iowa State University Cooperative Extension Service W. John Johnson April 13, 1931 – April 28, 2020

As it turned out I believe he would have said that the return to Ames and Iowa State as the Assistant Dean and Director of University Extension was the highlight of his employment.

Memories from sons: Greg and Kent Johnson

Values that Dad passed on include the importance of hard work, perseverance, and doing the right things.

With Dad, the line between right and wrong was clearly defined. If you strayed over that line there were consequences, and lessons to be learned. Sometimes he administered those lessons. Sometimes he pointed them out. Sometimes he just helped you cope with the consequences. But no matter what had happened and what had to be done, there was no judgement, there was advise, there was support, there was reassurance. There was certainty that he was there, unwavering, in your corner.

Tribute by Gerald Klonglan, Professor Sociology Department, Iowa State University.

I was honored to work with John during his long career in Extension at Iowa State. I was especially blessed with working with him as a member of the Rural Sociology Department. His massive amount of knowledge of the how to get things done at local, county, state and national levels was unsurpassed.

Tribute to W. John Johnson by colleague Gene Rouse –

W John Johnson was probably the most sincere and dedicated Extension & Outreach person I ever met. He took that role seriously and helped many people as a result.

My first professional job was as an area ISU extension livestock specialist in northwest Iowa from 1971–1976. The job was to serve livestock producers and the livestock production industry (packing plants, animal nutrition, animal health, livestock facilities) in 10 counties in northwest Iowa. John was the area extension & outreach director there at that time. I have told many people, including John, that he was one of the best administrators that I ever had. I appreciated his leadership and advise. John was a great listener. He understood extension and outreach in rural Iowa and was very dedicated in helping new staff members become successful on the job. John would listen to a new educational idea that I had and would do anything he could to make that venture successful. Since I was a farm boy from Minnesota, he invited me to join him on a winter weekend at his ice fishing house on Lake Okoboji. While we ice fished, we discussed new ideas for extension...John was sincerely interested in my success, ideas, and interests. He was truly “designed” to work in extension & outreach.

John was good mentor and friend. He will be missed and long remembered.

Godspeed, Gene Rouse Mervin Johnston

January 9, 1951 – January 24, 2020

Mervin Dean Johnston, 69, of Boone, Iowa, passed away at home on Thursday, December 24, 2020. He was born on January 9, 1951 in Carroll, Iowa, the son of Lavern and Lavina (Ratashack) Johnston.

He attended school in Audubon, Iowa and graduated in 1969. He served in the Army and received the Na- tional Defense Services Medal for Marksman M–16. He attended 4 years of college at Nebraska Christian College in Papillion, NE to become a minister. He was a minister in Anthon, Iowa for 2 years before moving to Ames, Iowa. He worked at the Iowa DOT making signs, the Ames Laboratory on Iowa State Campus before becoming a Public Safety Officer for Iowa State University for almost 41 years.

Mervin was happily married to his wife Shari (Zenor) Johnston for almost 20 years. His favorite things included traveling with his wife Shari, spending time with family & friends, camping, fishing, the Cyclones, playing cards, his cats, auctions, and garage sales.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lavern & Lavina Johnston, and sister–in–law Kathy Johnston. Survivors include his wife Shari Johnston of Boone, IA; Children: Amy Johnston of Nevada, IA; Michelle (Matthew) Cushman of Ankeny, IA; Jerryn Johnston of Portland, OR; Shalin (Angela) Kowalke of Story City, IA; Shaun (Abbie) Kowalke of Ridgeway, SC; Kenya (Cory) Arrants of Ames, IA, and Kary Kowalke of Ames, IA. Grandchildren: Hayley, Ashton, Jackie, Abigail, Britton, Olivia, Cory, Preston, Mila, Mya, Sam- my, Calvin, and Antonio. Great– grandchildren: Beau, Koda, and Mavis. Brother, Steve Johnston of Audu- bon, IA; nephew,

Jeremy Johnston of Audubon, IA; niece, Leah (Mike) Hemmingsen, and several great–nephews. Berdine Kaeberle

June 19, 1933 – June 22, 2019

Berdine Esther Kaeberle, age 86, passed away on June 22, 2019 at Northridge Village in Ames, Iowa.

Berdine was born on June 19, 1933 in Greeley County, Kansas to Henry and Bertha Brunswig. She graduated from Greeley County Community High School, Tribune, Kansas in 1951 as salutatorian of her class. Following high school, Berdine graduated from Kansas State University in 1955 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Sociology and later graduated from Iowa State University in 1970 with a Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling. While working professionally from 1970 through 1976, she continued her education by taking advanced courses.

Berdine began her professional teaching career in Champaign, Illinois, where she taught Adult Education business courses from 1957 to 1959. After moving to Ames, Iowa in 1961, she worked at various part–time jobs while raising three children. From 1970 to 1973 she worked for the Hubbard and Radcliffe Junior and Senior High Schools as a Guidance Counselor. From 1973 to 1976, she worked as a Guidance Counselor and Adult Education Director for West Marshall High School. While at West Marshall, she was awarded citations from the Iowa Valley Community College for her outstanding work in adult education and was also granted a lifetime Professional Certificate from the State of Iowa Board of Education recognizing her professional competency and achievement. Berdine left teaching in 1976 but continued working part– time over the next 30 years for the Registrar and Treasurers Offices at Iowa State University, retiring at the age of 72. She enjoyed working with the many students throughout her life, no matter their ages, as education was always important to her.

Berdine was a member of Bethesda Lutheran Church for over 50 years and was active in the ISU Faculty Wives Veterinary Circle for many years. Growing up in western Kansas, she continued to be an active participant in farming and gas/oil activities. Driven by her strong focus on education, Berdine also established a scholarship fund for high school graduates in the Greeley County school system located in Tribune, Kansas.

Berdine is survived by her husband Merlin; three children, Geoffrey of Roseburg, Oregon, Lance and wife Lori of Richmond, Virginia, and Carla DeWalt and husband Lyle of Andover, Kansas; four grandchildren, Amy Kaeberle of Winter Haven, Florida, Betsy Kaeberle of Washington DC, Henry DeWalt and Liesel DeWalt of Andover, Kansas; and her sisters, Helen Green of Costa Mesa, California, and Ruth Goodrum of Tribune, Kansas; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Bertha Brunswig and brothers, Bart and Robert Brunswig, all of Tribune, Kansas. Berdine Kaeberle June 19, 1933 – June 22, 2019

As Berdine requested, a private family graveside service will be held at the Iowa State University cemetery. Funeral arrangement are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for the family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.

Sustained by her western Kansas upbringing, determination, and faith, Berdine was also a breast cancer survivor. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Mayo Clinic Health System. Mayo Clinic donations can be made through the Department of Development, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905.

Tribute by her son, Geoffrey Kaeberle:

Berdine Kaeberle worked in the Register’s office many years. It was important to mother to help young adults and guide them when she could, this included her work as a high school and junior high guidance counselor and with her work for ISU.

Coming up to the two year anniversary of mom’s passing on to the Lord’s side. I know she is looking down and out for us all. I remember her attending classes and study, working toward a Master’s degree (ISU) while taking care of three youngsters. I also remember not being able to help with school as she did for us. I was only 10–12 when she worked on this degree and my siblings even younger. After that I remember her early mornings to commute to small high schools in Central Iowa to work as a guidance counselor. Mom rest in peace. Marvin Katzer February 8, 1935 – January 27, 2018

Marvin L. Katzer, 82, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 27, 2018 in Nevada IA.

Marvin was born February 8, 1935 in Conrad IA, son of Ernest and Estella Katzer. He was united in marriage to Betty Coffin on September 24, 1955.

He retired from General Filter in Ames IA. He had many hobbies and things he enjoyed, especially gardening and sharing his garlic crop. As a life long Christian, he loved studying the bible and prophecy, attending many congregations.

Marvin is survived by his wife and children: Sheri (Kraig) Snodgrass, Julie Katzer, Kurt (Joette) Katzer, Margo Millikan, Eric (Tammy) Katzer and Kate Katzer; grandchildren: Jamie Schulz and Nicole Kitzig; Brandi and Wendy Millikan; Michael Katzer, Jennifer (Jordan) Morris and Geoffrey Katzer and great– grandson Niko Torres; sisters: Arlene Brown and Lila Davis; brother Gary (Faye) Katzer, many nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents, sisters Marilyn Katzer and Donna Jean Bown.

A memorial service is planned for a later date. Memorial gifts can be directed to the Israel Family Hos- pice in Ames, IA.

Rasmusson–Bacon Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. Rupert Kenyon Jr.

April 24, 1926 – May 28, 2020

Rupert Edward Kenyon Jr. age 94, of Ames, Iowa died at the Waterford in Ames on May 26, 2020. A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 at Ames, Municipal Cemetery, Ames, Iowa. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Rupert was born April 24, 1926 in St. Paul, MN, the son of Rupert and Irene Kenyon. Rupert attended grade school in St. Paul, MN; and graduated from East Waterloo High School. He served in WWII in the Army 1944 – 1946, he then attended Iowa State Teaching College from 1947 –1949, Rupert married Car- men Olson on June 22, 1950 in Waterloo, he then served the Navy from 1950– 1952, Rupert graduated from University of Iowa in 1954 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering. Rupert worked for The Iowa Department of Transportation from 1954– 1958 before his employment at Iowa State University in Facilities Management from 1958 – 1988. He was Executive Secretary for the Rotary Club of Ames from 1978 – 2005. He was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church of Ames, and a life member of American Society of Civil Engineers.

Rupert is survived by his daughter, Deb (Mark) Dillon and their sons, Sean and Case Dillon, daughter–in– law, Kirsten Kenyon, and her son Ryan. A sister Marilyn Grandon. Nephews, Dean, Mike and Ted Ganske.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Carmen Kenyon, sons, Scott Kenyon and Kent Kenyon, infant grandson Kevin Dillon, brother Brian Kenyon. Karl Robert “Bob” Kern December 31, 1923 – September 2, 2020

Karl Robert Kern, 96, of Ames, IA, passed away peacefully on September 2 at Green Hills Retirement Center.

A 31–year member of the Iowa State University faculty, under the name K. Robert, he came to Ames with his wife (deceased), Verna Lathrop Kern, native of Woodstock, IL, in March 1950 as a graduate assistant in the Extension Information Service. He joined that faculty in 1952, and he later chaired the department for 17 years.

Bob, as his friends knew him, also served four years as secretary and one year as chairman of the ISU Faculty Council, a principal advisory group to then–President W. Robert Parks, as well as serving as a member of the University Lectures Committee. Bob was a member of the ISU Graduate College, retiring early (age 56) as Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication. His other degree attainments were B.S., University of Illinois, followed by his work as a county extension agent (Decatur, IL) before coming to Iowa, and Ph.D, University of Wisconsin.

Bob was born on New Year’s Eve 1923 at Pittsfield, IL, third of three sons who lived to maturity—a younger sister, Mary Josephine, and brother, Walter, died in infancy. His parents were Karl S. and Pearl J. (Thomas) Kern. The two older brothers, Ralph and Fred lived to their high 80s, leaving between them Bob’s one niece and six nephews. The death of Ralph’s wife, Laverne (Hedrick), in 2007 ended 150 years of an unbroken line of the Kern family in Pittsfield, starting with the arrival of immigrant George Frederick Kern in 1857.

After seven years in Prairie School (in a one–room red–brick schoolhouse), Bob—as had his brothers, attended Pittsfield Community High School, graduating in 1941 as salutatorian of his class (and receiving his diploma from the hand of his father, then president of the school board).

The three sons were born in Pittsfield between 1919 and 1923. In 1927, the family bought a farm three miles southeast of Pittsfield on the Big Four Trail that led from Pittsfield to the village of Time. His father, a shrewd early adopter of the emerging technologies, paid for the farm in 10 years, despite the Great Depression that diminished the farm value by two–thirds—but not the mortgage.

Bob went to the University of Illinois on an agricultural scholarship, interrupting that career in 1944 to enter army service in World War II. Trained as an infantry replacement, Bob joined the 79th Infantry Di- vision in Europe after it had lost a battalion in the little–known Bulge that occurred in Alsace–Lorraine at the same time as that in Belgium. With some action in two European campaigns, the culmination was the Karl Robert “Bob” Kern December 31, 1923 – September 2, 2020

final crossing of the Rhine River at Dusseldorf and clearing the Ruhr Valley east to Essen to the Ruhr River. Then the division went into the Army of Occupation.

His platoon leader, having seen his writing as censor of Bob’s battlefield letters, commissioned him to write the lieutenant’s recommendations for medals for men in the platoon. That work caught the eye of the company commander, who put Bob to work on recommendations throughout the company. The division’s Adjutant General, who processed the awards, had Bob called up for special duty as a writer of citations for the 79th Infantry Division, where he wrote about 3,000. When the division was deactivated in Europe, Bob volunteered to join the Third U.S. Army (General Patton, commander) as a clerk—again a citations writer and later an administrative non–commissioned officer.

In his 23 months of service, Bob earned the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, two Bronze stars, Army Commen- dation Ribbon plus Good Conduct and Victory Medals, and battle stars for two European campaigns. Dis- charged from military service in the summer of 1946, Bob returned to the University of Illinois. Two months later, he met and began a 67–year relationship with Verna L. Lathrop, Woodstock, IL—including almost 65 years of marriage. For most of her 20 years in ISU’s Women’s Physical Education, Verna was the lead academic adviser in the department, retiring in 1982. She died in 2013 after surviving five cancers.

Three children were born to Verna and Bob: Martha, who died in infancy; Karl Robert II, who lives in Prince- ton, MN with wife Ann—granddaughter Frances lives in Rockville, MD with husband Kyle Wellman; Barbara Louise Carlson (David), lives in Boise, ID, as does one granddaughter, Stephanie, while Jennifer (Sam) Govey and great– granddaughter Cecily and great grandson Roscoe, who lives outside London, U.K.

While on leave from Iowa State, Bob developed the information office for the international center, ICRISAT, in India. After retirement from ISU, he served a year as editor, Center for Improvement of Wheat and Corn, Mexico–CIMMYT (made famous by Iowan Norman Borlaug), and three years as communication officer at the International Service to National Agricultural Research Systems, The Netherlands.

He took a second retirement in 1984 and devoted the next 18 years to consulting on communication related to agriculture and the environment. Missions during these years had him working from a few weeks to many months in 42 countries. Thirteen of those missions were to the Near East (Jordan and Egypt); others took him to 15 Pacific islands, as well as countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, and to Australia and New Zealand. He recounted those travels in a book, At Work in a Wider World, printed and bound privately for family and a few international colleagues.

Upon retirement, Bob had input all his letters home from his World War II experience, printing and binding a copy for each child. Later, he wrote his autobiography, Four Score and More, and after Verna’s death wrote a biography of her life, Exceeding Expectations, Hallmark of the Well–Lived Years of Verna Lathrop Kern. The latter two volumes were published by Xlibris and are available through Amazon. Karl Robert “Bob” Kern December 31, 1923 – September 2, 2020

Bob continued writing, most in the format of historical memoir—his recall of events and activities. Many dealt with his professional society, American Association of Agricultural College Editors, in which he held all offices and was president in 1965–66. He received all the association’s awards, twice getting the outstanding member plaque.

Bob and Verna were founding members of the Green Hills Retirement Community at Ames, moving into a townhouse in July 1986, then to an apartment in 2012. Bob lived on to become the longest living resident of the community. He wrote a “historical memoir” for the 25th anniversary of Green Hills. And he added a 5– year update for its 30th.

Inurnment of his ashes will be in a plot shared with Verna in the Iowa State University cemetery in Ames. Due to the Covid–19 situation, no memorial events are scheduled at this time.

Tribute respectfully submitted by Eric Abbott, Emeritus Professor, Greenlee School of Journalism and Com- munication:

K. Robert “Bob” Kern died Sept. 2, 2020, at Green Hills Retirement Community in Ames. He was born in Pitts- field, IL, the third of three sons who lived to maturity – a younger sister Mary Josephine, and brother, Walter, died in infancy. His parents were Karl S. and Pearl J. (Thomas) Kern. He attended a one–room school and then Pittsfield Community High School, graduating in 1941 as salutatorian of his class. He grew up farming. He attended the University of Illinois on an agricultural scholarship but interrupted his studies in 1944 to enter army service in World War II with the 79th Infantry Division in Europe, and participated in the final crossing of the Rhine River at Dusseldorf. Because of his writing ability, he was assigned to write citations for soldiers in his unit, and later for the occupying Third U.S. Army under General Patton. In 1946 he returned to the Univer- sity of Illinois to complete his bachelor’s degree, and there he met and later married Verna L. Lathrop. They were married for 65 years. (At Iowa State, Verna was the lead academic adviser in the Physical Education Department for almost 20 years).

Bob and Verna came to Ames in March 1950, where Bob was a graduate assistant in the Extension Infor- mation Service under an assistantship established with the Department of Technical Journalism. He joined the faculty in 1952, and later directed his unit for 17 years. During his years at Iowa State he worked on and received a Ph.D. through the University of Wisconsin’s National Extension Center for Advanced Study. At ISU, he served four years as secretary and one year as chairman of the ISU Faculty Council. Within the ISU Exten- sion Information Office, Bob played a leadership role in a number of initiatives. While still a graduate assistant, he was recruited to set up and implement a study of whether or not a series of 10 30–minute economics courses offered by then–new ISU–owned WOI–TV could teach Iowans basic economics concepts. The program reached 15% of the TV audience, a huge number for an educational course. In 1956, he helped develop an Extension Caravan that took 20 extension exhibits around Iowa viewed by more than 33,000 Iowans. Research showed many adopted the ideas presented. In 1955–56, he was one of the planners of the National Project in Agricultural Communication (NPAC), which developed materials for a generation of agricultural communication researchers and practitioners. In the 1960s, he helped develop extension publications and flannel–board presentations regarding “Diffusion of Innovations” research being conducted nationally with Karl Robert “Bob” Kern December 31, 1923 – September 2, 2020

leadership by ISU sociologists George Beal and Joe Bohlen. Hundreds of presentations nationally were made using these materials to top corporations as well as a national ABC television program. In 1965, he was elected president of AAACE (American Association of Agricultural Communication Karl Robert “Bob” Kern (Dec. 31, 1923 – Sept. 2, 2020) Editors; now ACE (Association for Communication Excellence). He also participated in development of Iowa State public affairs programs that combined TV presentations by specialists followed by local discussions among Extension– organized local groups that would discuss the issues and forward group conclusions back to Extension. At one time, almost one–third of Iowa adults were organized into these groups. After developing this approach in Iowa, Bob provided training to other Extension organizations at Cornell University and the University of Maine.

In 1961, Bob became head of the graduate program of the Department of Technical Journalism (in addition to his duties with Extension), which began to place emphasis on development of its M.S. program. By 1962, there were 10 graduate students in the program. Due to rapidly rising numbers of graduate students, the department hired a full– time graduate program coordinator in 1963. Bob continued to advise graduate student thesis work as a professor of journalism and mass communication but no longer was in charge. The number of graduate students increased to more than 40 by 1971. Within the Extension Communication unit, Bob emphasized professional development, requiring graduate degrees and the ability to conduct formative and summative research to evaluate extension communication activities. Bob has been a strong supporter for an agricultural journalism major at Iowa State.

Bob’s work with Extension Information brought him in contact with a number of international delegations seeking to improve their extension communication capabilities. Extension editor C.R. “Dutch” Elder played an important role in encouraging this international cooperation, and it was through Elder’s efforts that the first exchange of agricultural officers from the Soviet Union was arranged following the visit of Premier Nikita Khrushchev to Iowa and the university. Bob had an especially important impact on communication activities of the global international agricultural research centers (CGIAR System). While on leave from his job at Iowa State, he set up the information office for ICRISAT (International Crops Research Institute for the Semi–Arid Tropics) in India and toured many of the other international agricultural research centers around the world. In 1980, after 30 years of work at Iowa State, Bob took a leave and in 1984 an early retirement to accept a position as editor at CIMMYT (The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center) working with Direc- tor Norman Borlaug in Mexico. While there, he reorganized the communication unit’s budget to emphasize getting new technology messages out to users rather than emphasizing annual reports. Later, he was hired by ISNAR (International Service for National Agricultural Research) in The Hague, Netherlands, as an editor and strategist to develop communication strategies for national agricultural programs. In 1985, he collaborated with George Beal (former head of Sociology at Iowa State and then director of the East–West Center in Hawaii) on a project to develop an improved agricultural knowledge system for the South Pacific Islands. In his work, Bob found that many agricultural researchers in developing countries did excellent research but lacked the writing skills necessary to get acceptance of their work in leading journals. He established a number of training workshops to work with researchers to get their work published. Bob is survived by two of his children: Karl Robert II (Ann), Princeton MN and Barbara Louise Carlson (Da- vid), Boise ID. He was preceded in death by his wife Verna, who died in 2013, and daughter Martha. Dean King December 22, 1937 – August 16, 2019

Dean King, 81, of Ottumwa, passed away Friday, August 16, 2019 in Bellevue, NE under Hospice care.

He was born December 22, 1937 in Boone, Iowa, to Ralph and Ada King. He was one of nine children. Dean married Marilyn Jean Johnson on August 5, 1962 and she preceded him in death on August 26, 2016.

He graduated from United Community High School and served in the U.S. Army for three years. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Iowa State University. Dean enjoyed a 30 year career with Iowa State University Extension Service.

He then “retired” to pursue his true love of working with his hands as the owner of Varied Interests. “I retired at 55 and haven’t missed a day of work since.”

Dean is survived by daughter, Jean (Darrell) Granahan; son, Bruce (Jackie) King and 5 grandchildren, Mitchell Granahan, Lydia Granahan, Ben King, Sarah King, and Will King; sisters, Esther Kelly of Spring- field, MO and Sharon (Bill) Sturtz of Boone, IA.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2019 at First Lutheran Church in Ot- tumwa with Rev. Mark Johnson officiating. Inurnment will be at a later date in Linwood Park Cemetery in Boone.

A time for friends to greet family will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. prior to the service. Eva Kinstle December 13, 1936 – April 6, 2020

The world has lost a light with the passing of Eva Irene Kinstle, 83, on Monday afternoon, April 6, 2020. Long– suffering, she died with grace at her home in Ames, Iowa, where she had been attended faithfully by her loving daughter, son–in–law and many dedicated and caring hospice staff.

Born (as Margaret Schussler) on December 13, 1936 in Kansas City, Missouri, she was happily adopted by Ellis and Florence Lloyd, who raised her in Gomer, Ohio along with her brother Wesley. After graduating from Gomer High School in 1954 and attending Bowling Green State University for a time, she went on to marry Thomas Kinstle on June 14, 1958. They moved together to Illinois, where she worked in the Physics Department at the University of Champaign–Urbana while he finished his PhD in Chemistry. In the summer of 1964, they relocated to Ames and both took up employment at Iowa State University. Her 35–year–long career here started with a position as High Energy Physics Secretary and later as Admin- istrative Assistant/Program Coordinator in Physics. Her work, which ranged from finances/grants and personnel hiring to assisting faculty research, including skilled technical typing of manuscripts, provided invaluable contributions to the running of the department. She was honored in 1999 by faculty and staff at retirement.

While her job was a source of great pride, it was undoubtedly her role as a wonderful mother that was her shining accomplishment. She first gave birth to her precious son, John, in 1966 and then gladly welcomed a daughter, Holli, in 1968. When her marriage ended in 1969, she took on the challenge of single parenting while also boldly facing her first fight with cancer. The unimaginable strength that she would come to be known for would start here and carry her through the trials of raising her son, who himself faced lifelong physical and mental difficulties. Her loyal devotion as a parent, and the kind and gentle nature lent to her son, provided a firm foundation also for her daughter, who grew to be loving and appre- ciative through her example.

In spite of a backdrop of hardship, she was able to recognize and enjoy the pleasures in life, whether it be fine food; world travel; taste in art, quality and style; or simply contentment in solitude and her own mind. She was truly an inspiration, especially to her daughter, who will continue to try to emulate and honor her. Always remembered will be her sparkling eyes and glorious smile that instantly brightened any room. Her cleverness and sharp wit, her insight into people’s character, and her ability to navigate the twists and turns of fate made her an indispensable source of advice and wisdom, a perfect companion and source of pure love. Amid her long struggle with pain and disease, including two more cancers – the last of which she was unable to overcome – it will be her amazingly positive spirit which will live on as her most enduring lesson. Eva Kinstle December 13, 1936 – April 6, 2020

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, as well as relatives special to her, including treasured niece Deborah Renner; her dear aunt Margaret Lloyd Renner, and members of the Stockton family: aunt Vera, uncle Karl and cousin Janelle; and most importantly her cherished son, John Kinstle, with whom she is now reunited.

She is survived by many special cousins in Ohio; the father of her children, Thomas Kinstle; her son–in–law Christopher Nozaki–Curtis; and her heartbroken yet eternally grateful daughter and devoted caretaker, Holli. She will also be remembered fondly by many she has encountered through her work, social life and time with Mary Greeley Hospice and Heartland Adult Day Care. Sadly, she never really realized what an impact she made on people, therefore condolences and testimonials to her are welcome.

A private family funeral service was held at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames, Iowa. Burial will be in the Pike Run Cemetery in Gomer, Ohio.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Eva’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. Memorials may be sent to the Adams Funeral Home, P.O. Box 745, Ames, Iowa 50010. Dorothy Kiser January 12, 1921 – November 12, 2019

Dr. Dorothy Jetty Kizer, 98, of Ames, Iowa, passed away November 12, 2019, at her home in Ames.

She leaves behind her daughter Deana of Ames, her son George and wife Anne of Plano, Texas, grandchildren Amy Cuellar and husband Mauricio of Houston, and Mark Kizer and wife Adrienne of Austin, great–grandchildren Lucas and Sebastian Cuellar, and beloved nieces and nephews. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Dr. George A. Kizer, her parents Walter and Deana West and her sisters Marjorie Coleman and Mary Alice Newman.

Born on January 12, 1921, Dorothy grew up on a farm near Bryant, Oklahoma. She was a feminist long before Betty Friedan’s writings. She was someone who, against all odds and by dogged determination, lifted herself out of a difficult home life and deep poverty in rural Oklahoma to go on to earn her Ph.D. and become a college professor. She was immensely proud of her family and enjoyed socializing with her friends.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 18, 2020, at 2:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Fellow- ship in Ames. Internment of her ashes will occur at a private ceremony at the Iowa State Cemetery.

The Adams Funeral Home (www.adamssoderstrum.com) is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Ames Public Library (www.amespubliclibrary.org/) or the Oklahoma Historical Society (www.okhistory.org/).

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J.O. Kopplin was a much loved son, husband, father, grandfather and great–grandfather whose quiet strength, inquisitive mind, humor, work ethic, and abiding faith made him a role model for a purposeful life of giving. His legacy includes a large and loving family, many examples of service, and a rich and satis- fying career in academia. His 95–year life as an engineer, educator, and family man was remarkable and varied.

J.O. was a strong, caring, and supportive husband and father while his first wife, Lola, battled cancer. After her death in 1981 after 30 years of marriage, he was able to enjoy another 37 years of marriage with his second wife Betty, and he treated Betty’s family like his own. With two long and successful marriag- es, J.O. knew how to find the right partner for the shared journey. He loved his family, was very proud of every member, and took a keen interest in all of their lives.

The first person in his own family to have an opportunity to pursue a higher education, J.O. earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and master’s and doctorate degrees from Purdue University. An area of focus was research on superconductivity and surface phenomena involving electric and magnetic properties of materials.

Before his retirement in 1990, J.O. served as department chair of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Iowa State University for 15 years. Prior to that, he was Electrical Engineering professor and department head at the University of Texas–El Paso. While a professor at the University of Illinois– Urbana Champaign, he was instrumental in launching the honors program for the Engineering College, becoming a director. Throughout his career as a department administrator, J.O. believed in supporting the people who worked for him and their success, and he worked hard to recruit top researchers. J.O. and his wife welcomed the faculty to their home, and enjoyed entertaining and getting to know them.

Although the original appeal of being a college professor was to have summers off, that never happened. Instead, with a growing family he sought summer employment during the recesses. This resulted in short–term postings at Boston (MIT), Houston (NASA), Seattle (Boeing), Boulder (University of Colorado), and L.A. (Pacific Semiconductors). Cross–country trips by station wagon to new environments thrilled and enriched his impressionable kids, allowing them to see and experience all that this country has to offer and creating a lifetime of memories for each of them. Later on, the family continued this pursuit in a truck–mounted camper, and explored capitols, historic sites and beautiful landscapes. In retirement, he and wife, Betty, also enjoyed many excursions within the United States and Canada, as well as travel to Europe and New Zealand. Julius Kopplin February 6, 1925 – August 28, 2020

J.O. used to tell his children, “If you want something done right, do it yourself.” He applied that mindset to a variety of diverse projects that his whole family enjoyed. Every project started with a detailed plan – whether it was a well– built doghouse, landscaping and irrigation, a basketball goalpost built from oil well piping, or customized vehicles.

J.O. loved railroads. He built two working model railroads and collected rolling stock in anticipation of being able to devote time to this hobby in retirement. He spent many happy hours engrossed in designing and constructing a room–sized model railroad complete with switching yard. His children and grandchildren were delighted with his creative layout and intricate attention to detail.

At his earliest opportunity, he enlisted and served in World War II as a B–17 co–pilot. On his 16th mission, his plane was shot down over Germany and he was held as a POW until the end of the war. Reluctant to discuss his wartime experience for many years, he later did share his story of service with his family members, as well as on Veterans Day at a school in Highlands Ranch. He loved flying his entire life and would take his young children to the airport to observe take–offs and landings. Later in life he was able to recall his time as a pilot–in–training when he enjoyed two flights on a Stearman bi–plane.

A life member of the Lutheran Church, he faithfully served on committees and financially supported missionary work. Every week he would happily drive his family to Sunday school, catechism, and church services in each place where they lived. Among other churches, he was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Ames, Iowa.

J.O. held strong views that everyone has a right to their own opinion. He closely followed local and world news, and raised his children to take an active role in their community and in society. He had his children accompany him on several civic experiences.

A lifelong advocate of education, J.O. encouraged, helped and supported his children and grandchildren to achieve their education goals. He actively recommended books to read, gave books as gifts, and served as an example by reading all the books on Civil War history that he could. The financial choices and sacrifices that he and Lola made allowed all of his children to attend college. More recently, he and Betty established the J.O. and Betty Kopplin Scholarship to fund need–based financial aid to undergraduate and graduate students at Purdue’s School of Electrical and Computer Engineering.

J.O. Kopplin died August 28, 2020 at his home in Highlands Ranch, CO. He was born February 6, 1925, in Ap- pleton, Wisconsin to Julius and Renata Kopplin. He is survived by his wife, Betty (Dutmer) Kopplin, children and step–children Bill (Mandy) Kopplin, John Kopplin, Sue Kopplin, Jim (Kim) Kopplin, Tom (Rhonda) Dutmer, John (Nancy) Dutmer, Jim (Kathy) Dutmer, Larry (Debbie) Dutmer, Ann (Marc) Hall, Rick (Maria) Dutmer, and Joe (Maria) Dutmer, in addition to 23 grandchildren and 14 great–grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Lola (Boldt) Kopplin and his brother David A. Kopplin. Julius Kopplin February 6, 1925 – August 28, 2020

ECpE Department Comments

“I remember J.O. He hired me in the department (I was the first woman tenure–track hired into ECpE). One of the reasons I came to ISU was that I felt the department was a welcoming place to begin my career, and J.O. was a large part of that. He retired the year after I started so I never got to see him much after that. It is clear he had a big impact on his family — the obituary is so well–written, and his family clearly appreciated him.”—Jennifer Newman, Associate Professor of Mathematics

“I had the pleasure to know J.O. for most of his time at ISU, first during my time as an undergraduate student. He was very supportive of student activities, including IEEE and VEISHEA; he supported students going to conferences and deeply cared about students. As a Ph.D. student, he treated me and other grad students like faculty; he was part of a culture where all voices were heard.

He hired me in 1985, and I had the pleasure for working for him for five years. As an administrator, he was fair and always listened to new ideas. He was instrumental in starting the transition from a primarily teaching focused department into a department that was more balanced between teaching and research.

I can honestly say that he help shaped my academic career and provided insight and guidance that I still live by. He taught me that both teaching and research are important, that I should always listen to others, that I should be self reliant and that I should take the initiative to work on new things.

He has left a permanent and positive mark on the department and Iowa State and built the foundation for what our department has become today. He was also the driving force behind the establishment of our endowment funds at a time when not many departments were directly raising money. Again he left his mark on the department. He will be missed.”—Doug Jacobson, University Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

“I had the pleasure of working with J.O. He hired Robert Weber and me in 1988 to set up the Microelectron- ics program at ISU, and he was always very helpful and a pleasure to interact with. He always listened to the needs of the faculty and was strongly supportive of the new faculty that he hired: Doug Jacobson, Jennifer Newman, Venkataramana Ajjarapu, Robert Weber, Gary Tuttle and me. He will be sorely missed.”—Vikram Dalal, Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

“Very sad to hear the news! J.O. hired me in 1986. He had a very pleasant personality. I joined the department as a fresh Ph.D. graduate, and he welcomed me with open arms. My sincere condolences to the family! He will be missed.”—Venkataramana Ajjarapu, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

“I did not work with him. He retired before I discovered Iowa and Iowa State. When I arrived here in 1997, I heard several good stories from several faculty who remembered him very fondly and how J.O. cared for the department as chair. When I became Chair, and we brought out the 100 year history book, I got to learn a lot more about Mervin Coover, Warren Boast and J.O. Kopplin’s long tenures and contributions. He will always Julius Kopplin February 6, 1925 – August 28, 2020 be remembered by the department. May he rest in peace.”—Arun Somani, Associate Dean for Research, College of Engineering

“J.O. hired me in 1984 from my position in industry. I really enjoyed his leadership as Head of the Department. Kathy and I were just thinking about him the other day and wondered how he was doing. We always took our young kids to Betty and J.O.’s house for trick or treat. Fun days!”—Steve Russell, Associate Professor Emeri- tus of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tribute from his family: J.O. was born in Appleton, Wisconsin February 6, 1926 and passed away on August 28, 2020 in Colorado where he spent his retirement years. He was the chairman of the Electrical and Computer Engineering De- partment from 1975 to 1990. He really enjoyed his years with the staff and faculty at ISU. Richard Kottman

March 2, 1932 – January 1, 2021

Dr. Richard Norman Kottman, age 88, of Ames, died on Friday, January 1, 2021 at the Israel Family Hospice House. A private Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Adams Fu- neral Home. The service will be livestreamed, and a link will be provided on the Tribute Wall of Richard’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Born on March 2, 1932 in Sheffield, Iowa, Richard was the younger of two sons of Elmer and Dorothea (Bokemeier) Kottman whose own parents had come to the U.S. through Ellis Island in the 1890’s from Germany. Richard, accordingly, grew up in a small–town Iowa community with strong Lutheran roots and the deep–seated belief in education as the key to achievement and personal betterment. After graduating from Sheffield–Chapin High School in 1949 after having just turned 17, Richard headed to St. Olaf Col- lege in Northfield, MN where he stayed through his sophomore year. He transferred to the University of Iowa where he earned Bachelor and Master’s degrees in history and cultivated a lifelong devotion to the Hawkeyes.

Attracted in part because the school had the same black and gold colors of his beloved Hawkeyes, he enrolled in a doctoral program at Vanderbilt University, where he earned his PhD in history. Much of his doctoral work involved extended research in Washington, D.C. at the National Archives and the Library of Congress. His first teaching post, thereafter, was at North Texas State University where he stayed until 1966 when he accepted a job at Iowa State University. Richard earned tenure by the age of 34. His specialty was U.S. diplomatic history, and his work was published in the Journal of Foreign Affairs and by Cornell University Press. He also served a stint as interim Chair of the History Department.

While at Vanderbilt, Richard met Anne Provost Martin from Enterprise, Alabama. They were married on June 12, 1959 and subsequently had two daughters, Tracey and Camilla. They divorced in 1986. Richard married Nelle Nuckolls Hutter in 1998. That marriage ended in divorce in 2013.

Not only was Richard a die–hard Hawkeyes supporter, but he was also the epitome of the long–suffering Cubs fan, ultimately vindicated by his team’s 2016 World Series win. He continued his high school career in baseball and basketball through his adult years, participating regularly in church and other local leagues. He was regularly seen in ISU’s “Old Man’s Gym” playing basketball at lunchtime, demonstrating his flawless hook shot. He was a known music buff, expert in early jazz, Dixieland, and swing/big band. He also had a notable knowledge of movies from the Golden Age of Hollywood, and could recite sports statistics from multiple decades with uncanny accuracy. Yet, his first and enduring love was research and historical analysis. He was a member of the Association of American Historians and Bethesda Lu- theran Church. Richard Kottman March 2, 1932 – January 1, 2021

Richard is survived by his daughters: Tracey (Kevin) Wood of Wellesley, MA, and Camilla Kottman of Ames; a grandson, Jonathan Wood of Wellesley, MA; a sister–in–law, Helen Carroll Kottman of Solon, IA; two nephews: Steven John Kottman of Solon, IA, and James Richard (Genie) Kottman of Cedar Rapids, IA; two grand–nephews: Sean Allen Kottman of Marion, IA, and Christopher James Kottman of Cedar Rapids, IA; and Amy Randolph Hutter of Ankeny, IA. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, E. John Kottman. His entire family is indebted to the loving, daily care provided by his daughter, Camilla. Richard leaves behind a close circle of colleagues whom he highly respected and enjoyed, devoted caretakers who enriched his days, and many other friends and family. John Kozak Unknown – January 13, 2021

John J. Kozak of Chicago died peacefully on January 13, 2021 at age 80. Beloved husband of Catherine (née Michuda) for 51 years. Father of Jennifer Ferry (Joe), Joseph (Liz), and Gregory (Emily). Brother to Jeanne Kozak. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Valeria and brother James Kozak. Grandfa- ther of Zachary, Nicholas, and Vincent Ferry; Josephine, Hazel, Penn, and Liam Kozak. Uncle and great– uncle to many more.

John was a dedicated professor of chemistry at DePaul University, even teaching a class the day before he passed.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, John was a first–generation college student and went on to a remarkable career in academia that provided him with more than a dozen major awards and commendations from both American and international universities, as well as a lifetime of friendships forged with peers around the globe.

His many roles included executive vice president for academic affairs at DePaul; provost at Iowa State University; dean of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and professor of chemistry at the Univer- sity of Georgia, Athens; and multiple roles at University of Notre Dame, including professor of chemistry and associate dean of the College of Science. He proudly published over 200 papers, co–authored with his esteemed colleagues. A graduate of Case Western Reserve University, John received his Ph.D. from Princeton University in 1965.

In addition to his passion for teaching and research, John loved traveling, reading, running, his Polish and Slovak heritage, music, art, studying languages, a good rocking chair, a great meal with his family, and Notre Dame football.

A celebration of John’s life will be planned at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Harper Cancer Research Institute at Notre Dame or the Case Western Reserve University Cancer Research Inno- vation Fund.

Memories and messages to John’s family can be left at the online guestbook at Lakeview Funeral Home. Judith Lacasa August 10, 1936 – June 17, 2020

Judith Lacasa, 83, of Eugene, died Wednesday, June 17. A private family service will be held. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery, in Ames, Iowa.

Judith Lacasa was born Aug. 10, 1936 in Glen Ellen, Illinois. She married Jaime Lacasa May 30, 1969, in Atlanta, Ga. She retired from Iowa State University, following 42 years of teaching in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures.

She is survived by one daughter, Laura Noble Lacasa (Robinson) Yost, of Mechanicsville, IA; one son, James Noble (Laura) Lacasa, of Eugene.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jaime Lacasa, and her parents.

In lieu of flowers, people may want to contribute to a charity supporting U.S. Veterans.

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution:

Judith “Judi” Noble Lacasa, a retired professor of Spanish with Iowa State University‘s Department of World Languages and Cultures (then known as the Department of WorldLanguages and Literatures), passed away on June 17, 2020, at the age of 83.

Judi was preceded in death by her husband, Jaime who was also a faculty member in the department. Together, they wrote several books on Spanish language learning including The Hispanic Way, The Complete Handbook of Spanish Verbs: A Classic Reference, and Spanish: A Basic Course. Judi and Jaime also collaborated on a grammar reference guide for Quechua, the indigenous language of the Incas in the Andean region.

Judi was widely appreciated as an excellent beginning and intermediate Spanish teacher, and coordinated the lower levels of the Spanish program many times.

Judi was a dedicated professor and retired in 2004 after over 30 years of service to Iowa State with emeritus status. John Laflen August 31, 1936 – November 20, 2020

John Matthew Laflen, 84, of Buffalo Center, IA, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020 in Mason City, IA. John was born on August 31, 1936 to Allen and Mary (Brown) Laflen at their home in Milo, MO. He married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Ann Wolf, on December 27, 1958 in Nevada, MO, and she survives of the home.

John earned his BS and MS degrees in Agricultural Engineering at the University of Missouri and his Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering at Iowa State University. John received many awards for his research including the 2007 John Deere Gold Medal award from the American Society of Agricultural and Biolog- ical Engineers in recognition for his work on the development of a new generation of erosion prediction technologies that have advanced soil and water conversation.

He was an adjunct professor and research leader in soil erosion, water quality and conservation tillage at Iowa State University, a laboratory directory and research leader in the USDA–ARS National Soil Erosion Research Laboratory at Purdue University and a research agricultural engineer in surface drainage at Louisiana State University.

John is survived by his wife, Shirley; his four daughters, Christy Ann Merfeld, Cedar Rapids, IA, Cindy Beth Miller (Christian), Buffalo Center, IA, Cheri Gaye Morrison, Ames, IA, and Coral Renee Jordan (Jer- ry), Bark River, MI; 15 grandchildren and 8 great–grandchildren. Eleanor “Sari” Lamberts May 12, 1941 – January 24, 2021

Sari Lamberts, age 79, of Story City passed away January 24, 2021. Her wishes were to be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Eleanor (Sari) Faye Hagen Lamberts was born on May 12, 1941, the daughter of Elmer and Faye (Kuhn) Hagen.

Sari worked in the Human Resources Department at Iowa State University, retiring after almost 30 years. After her retirement, she worked in the ticket office of the Iowa State Center for many years.

Sari was a 43–year member of the Sun Dial–Solomon Dean Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolu- tion, receiving the 1994 National Outstanding VAVS DAR Volunteer, and a 47–year member of the Ameri- can Legion Auxiliary Unit #37.

Sari enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, going to Fan Fair in Nashville, Tennessee for a week long of Country Music, watching Grandson, Jeremy’s super modified late model racing every summer, and faithful follower of Dawn’s many band concerts.

Sari is preceded in death by her parents, son, Brian Deon Olson, grandson, Jamey Grady, brothers, Charles, Tunney, Donald Hagen and sister Connie Rasmussen. She is survived by three children; Deana (Monte) Toresdahl of Ames, Dawn Olson of Ankeny, Danette Olson of McCallsburg; one sister, Alberta “Toots” Kennedy; grandchildren Jeremy (Ammi) Grady, Zachary Toresdahl, Cody Toresdahl, Mallory Toresdahl, Jessica (Kyle) Dirks, Jennifer Miller, Julia Miller, Michael (Deon) (Heather) Ashby, Jarid Olson and 6 great–grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Judith “Judy” Larson April 25, 1933 – January 2, 2021

Judith Louise (Braland) Larson, daughter of Otis and Helen Braland, was born in Randall, Iowa on April 25, 1933. Judy was baptized and confirmed at Elim Lutheran Church and an active member there her whole life. She attended public schools in Randall. She married David Larson of Randall on January 24, 1953 and they were blessed with two sons, Nick (Lori) of Randall and Gary (Ruth) of Vancouver, WA., six grandchildren: Katie (Andy) Nygaard of Granger, Erin (Tyler) Christiansen of Ankeny, Jonah Larson of Van- couver, Hannah Larson of Seattle, Marta Larson of Seattle, Gracia Larson of Vancouver, and four great grandchildren: Adelyn and Ethan Nygaard and Landon and Leighton Christiansen. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister and her husband Dave.

Judy worked forty–five years for Iowa State University in the Data Processing Department, work that she loved and through which she developed lasting friendships. She and Dave attended many ISU Sports events and enjoyed ballroom dancing. She loved her church and served at Women’s fellowship events, including Norske Selskap, and altar guild. She loved to go shopping, baking and enjoyed passing the tradition of lefse making to her grandchildren. She enjoyed her morning coffees with her friends. Judy and Dave also loved to travel. She was an encourager of people, who liked making people feel special and she made family get togethers meaningful. She taught her kids and grandkids and great–grandkids the love of Jesus and looked at life with gratitude, humility and the blessings of her Lord.

Judy passed away in the peace and comfort of her own home on January 2, 2021. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Tribute from her IT Services Colleagues:

Judy worked forty–five years for Iowa State University in the Data Processing Department. Judy was highly regarded for outstanding dedication to her work. She was an encouraging colleague and developed many lasting friendships with co–workers. All who worked with her remember her fondly. Judy was an avid supporter of ISU Athletics and attended many ISU sports events. She had an infectious smile and laugh that would brighten the day of all those around her. Nick Lauter December 13, 1972 – January 7, 2021

Nick Lauter, 48, of Ames, Iowa died of a pulmonary embolism on January 7, 2021. A public visitation will be held on Saturday, January 16, from 12 until 2 PM at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames; a private memorial service will take place on Sunday, January 17 at 10:00 AM CST, and will be livestreamed. A link will be provided on the Tribute Wall of Nick’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Nicholas Christopher Lauter was born on December 13, 1972 in Appleton, Wisconsin, the son of Charles and Estella (Loomis) Lauter. Nick was a member of the Appleton Boy Choir and spent two years in Germa- ny—one in Kassel with his family and one as a Rotary Scholar in Siegen—before graduating from East High School in 1991, where he played soccer and sang in the school choir. At Grinnell College, he majored in Biology, toured with the Grinnell Singers and served as the student manager of German House, earning a BS in 1995. Under the supervision of John Doebley, he earned his PhD in Plant Biology at the University of Minnesota (UMN) in 2001 and completed post–doctoral work at the University of Illinois–Champaign–Urbana in 2005. Nick met Adrienne Moran when they were graduate students at UMN, and they were married at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens on September 13, 2003.

Nick came to Ames in 2005 as a USDA–ARS Research Geneticist and Faculty Affiliate at Iowa State Uni- versity in Ames, Iowa, focusing on maize genetics and genomics, quantitative genetics of disease and pest resistance, plant development, and more. Nick was an active member of the maize genetics community for over 20 years, collaborating with researchers in the US and abroad, publishing papers in journals such as The Plant Genome, PNAS, and Genetics.

Nick grew up exploring in the woods of Door County, WI, developing a life–long love of trees, plants and the outdoors. He sailed and wind–surfed on the waters of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. As a graduate student, he was a principal trip leader for the UMN Outdoors Club. In Ames, he planted many trees around the Somerset development as a member of the HOA. He spent much time outdoors paddling on local lakes and rivers, skiing and snowboarding, biking and one–wheeling. He was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames. He was active in Scouting with his sons. Nick was a well–loved member of the community and his profession.

Nick is survived by Adrienne; three children, Colfax, Quinton and Ashton; sister, Kristin (husband Thomas) of Redmond, WA; parents, Charles and Estella Lauter of Fish Creek, WI; in–laws, Thomas and Andrea Moran of Tampa, Florida; brother–in–law, Jim (Sherri) Moran of St. Petersburg, Florida; nieces, Josephine, Joyce and Kayla and nephews Tyler and Cooper; and cousins in the Gates, Lauter, Goodman, Loomis and Lawrence families across the country.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either: the Nicholas C. Lauter Scout Troop 160 Activities Fund, in care of Adrienne Moran Lauter, or Grinnell College in Nick’s honor. Nick Lauter December 13, 1972 – January 7, 2021

Adams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Tribute by Katherine Richardson Bruna:

I didn’t work with Nick, but I learned from him anyway, in ways big and small. From him I learned about humanity’s seed saving efforts, our being smart enough now to know we need to protect ourselves from ourselves, from some potentially catastrophic misstep we might take later. From him I also learned about our need for fun. Cultivating everyday play was Nick’s signature. One example stands out: In the middle of a hec- tic day, I went to check my mailbox and found that Nick had left a cd there. We had seen the band together with a group of friends weeks before. Here was a reminder of that fun – and the need to not lose myself in my work – right when I needed it the most. If Nick had indeed found himself faced with a catastrophic, world–ending event, he might have gone down dancing. Joseph Legg May 22, 1928 – September 22, 2019

Joseph Emery Legg, Jr, 91, of Anamosa, Iowa, passed away on September 22, 2019, with wife Esther, family and friends by his side. He was born on May 22, 1928, in Buckingham Township, in Tama County, near Traer, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Emery Legg, Sr and mother, Pearle Angeline Crawford Legg and his brother John Wilbur Legg. Joe is survived by his wife Esther, his daughter Juliann, son David (Theresa), son Dean (Teri), and daughter Janice, as well as seven grandchildren and four great–grandchildren. Joe is also survived by his sister Carol Dee Zeigler and sister–in law Dorothy Legg and special friend of the family, Eric Stein.

As a youth, Joe grew up on a farm near Hudson, Iowa and graduated from Hudson High School. He received a BS degree in Agronomy and Animal Science from Iowa State University in 1949 at the age of 21.

Joe was married to Esther Lucille Held on September 18, 1949 and this year marks their 70th wedding anniversary. She literally was the love of his life. Joe met his lovely bride at Iowa State University. They met at the ping pong tables in the Memorial Union at Iowa State University and crossed paths again as members of the ISU Marching Band. He asked her to the homecoming dance and a romance developed.

In 1950, after a year as Youth Assistant in Benton County, Joe moved to Anamosa, Iowa and became the Jones County Extension Director. He loved his work and most of all the farmers that he served. He especially enjoyed working with 4–Hers at the Great Jones County Fair. After 36 years, Joe retired in 1986.

Joe was on the Anamosa City Council for four years and served as Mayor, completing a term for an open position and then serving two terms in the late 1960’s and 1970’s. Among other accomplishments, his legacy was as the catalyst for the development of the athletic fields and tennis courts around the Anamosa High School track and football field.

He was the longest known member of the Anamosa Rotary Club (66 years), was a member of Anamosa United Methodist Church (70 years) and a member of the Masonic Lodge.

Joe continued to work after retirement, primarily as a volunteer. He never stopped sharing his talents. He and Esther made seven work/mission trips with the United Methodist Church in Central America and the Caribbean Islands. Joseph Legg May 22, 1928 – September 22, 2019

Dr. Norman Borlaug, 1970 Nobel Peace Prize winner, asked Self Help International in Waverly, Iowa to take one of their Self Help tractors to Ghana, West Africa. And in turn, Self Help requested that Joe lead this program. Joe and Esther went on seven trips to introduce the farm mechanization and Quality Protein Corn (QPM). QPM corn was developed by Dr. Borlaug and contains a higher protein level which was needed to improve nutrition for Ghanaians, since corn is their primary food source.

Joe and Esther did many other trips for the US State Department through ADCI/VOCA and Winrock Inter- national. The first being to Ivory Coast in 1991. Then on to Russia, Bulgaria and Poland where he assisted in privatizing farming after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. They went to Uganda to assist with restarting their State Fair and Mozambique to set up Co–ops to sell fertilizer.

In recent years, he once again focused on his family, church and community. Inspired by his experiences in Ghana, he hosted several “Milk Can Dinner” parties, using a repurposed milk can to slow cook a meal in an open fire pit on the back patio. He always valued his friends and family. Food was always the centerpiece of gatherings.

Those who know Joe, will remember his wholesome humor. He made a room light up whenever he entered, making each and every person – friend or stranger feel welcome and special. He lived a productive, rich and rewarding life serving his community, eastern Iowa and the world. He and Esther raised a family that strives to do the same. Jane Lenahan March 8, 1953 – March 14, 2020

Jane Lenahan was born on March 8th, 1953 in Storm Lake, IA to Robert and Elma (Wittrock) Lenahan. She grew–up on the family farm south of Newell, and graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Fonda, IA in 1971. Jane spent her first two college years at the University of St. Mary in Leavenworth, KS studying art and graduated from Iowa State University in 1975 with a degree in applied science. Jane retired from Iowa State University in May 2019 after 37 years as a graphic specialist. She was a well–respected and sought–after professional known for her attention to detail and commitment to perfection.

Jane passed away at Israel Family House Hospice in Ames at age 67 on March 14, 2020 after diagnoses of liver and pancreatic cancer in March 2019. Left to celebrate her life are her sister, Marge (Paul) Fitz- gerald of Forest City, IA; her twin brother, James Lenahan, of Minneapolis, MN; her youngest brother, Patrick (Brigitte) of Boulder, CO; her nieces, Cindy Fitzgerald of Cedar Falls, IA and Susan (David) Watson of Minneapolis, MN; nephew, Chris Fitzgerald of Green Bay, WI; great nephew, Ethan Watson of Minne- apolis, MN; and long–time companion, Frank Keis of the St. Louis area. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, and her older brothers, John and Robert.

Special thanks to Patrick Lenahan, Jane’s caregiver; the caring staff at Israel Family Home Hospice; the kind friends, colleagues, and relatives who visited Jane or sent cards; and the wonderful cats Jane had in her life over the years: Lovee, Stripee, Max, Lissa, Blossom, Keysa, Bart, and Grace. It was Jane’s wish there be no funeral. A private interment will be held for the immediate family at a later date. Jane was known for her artistic talent, compassion, kindness, generosity, sense of humor, her love of animals but especially cats, her loyalty to her friends and family, and wonderful laugh.

Donations can be made in Jane’s name to causes that were important to her: Animal Lifeline of Iowa, P.O. Box 12, Carlisle, IA 50047; Planned Parenthood – Ames Health Center, 2530 Chamberlain St., Ames, IA 50014; Israel Family Home Hospice, 400 S. Dakota Ave., Ames, IA 50014. Cards can be sent to the Lenahan Family at 4625 Nicollet Ave., Unit 1, Minneapolis, MN 55414–5550. Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com. Patricia Lersten

August 11, 1936 – September 29, 2019

Patricia (Pat) Brady Lersten, age 83 of Ames, Iowa, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. A visitation with the family will take place on Friday, October 4, 2019 at Stevens Memorial Chapel (607 28th St., Ames, IA 50010) from 5 to 7 pm. A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at St. Cecilia’s Catholic Church (2900 Hoover Ave., Ames, IA 50010). Burial will follow services in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Pat was born on August 11, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Lawrence and Thyra (Flook) Brady. Pat was the youngest of 4 children and attended Catholic Schools K–12 and attended business school following graduation. She then held several secretarial positions in Chicago, most notably as an assistant to the Direc- tor of Advertising and Special Events at the famous Chicago Museum of Science and Industry.

In February 1955 at a Chicago ballroom, a young man named Nels Lersten stepped on Pat’s toes as he pursued another girl – embarrassed, he asked Pat to dance instead. He drove her home that night and dated her again and again, until they were married on June 14, 1958.

As her husband progressed through his academic studies, Pat and Nels started a family. Soon, Sam, An- drew and Julie were born in the states of Illinois, California and Iowa. Raising the 3 children became Pat’s primary focus. She did find time for many volunteer efforts, women’s bowling league, Birthright and the ISU faculty women’s club. As the kids grew older, she did work part–time for several years as a secretary at ISU in the Textiles and Clothing Department.

One of Pat’s lifetime passions was music. She taught piano for over 15 years to many students in the Ames area. She held unique and fun student piano parties and had them play at area retirement homes and the North Grand Mall.

Pat is survived by her husband, Nels; sons, Sam (Julie) of West Des Moines, IA, Andrew (Jennifer) of South Haven, MI, Daughter; Julie (Bill) Corley of Folsom, CA. They have 5 grandchildren, Michael, Melissa and Molly Lersten and Elisabeth and Abby Corley. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Father Gordon Brady, sisters Margaret Devore and Mary George. Carol Lindgren October 10, 1947 – July 7, 2019

Carol J. Lindgren, 71, of Ogden, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2019, at the Boone County Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ogden. Visitation will be Friday, July 12, 2019, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ogden. Inurnment will follow at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Ogden. For online obituaries and condolences please visit: www.carsonstappfuneralhome.com

Carol Jean Launderville was born on October 10, 1947, the daughter of Paul and Darlene (Walsinger) Launderville, in Carroll, Iowa. She attended Ogden Community Schools.

On September 4, 1965, Carol was united in marriage to LaVerne “Durn” Lindgren at the Catholic Church in Ogden.

In earlier years, Carol was employed by Sandler Built Homes in Boone where she was a foreman. She had also worked at Swanson Drug in Ogden, owned and operated L&L Gas and Grocery in Ogden, and worked in the custodial department at Iowa State University.

Carol was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church. She especially loved her family and was always very interested in all of their activities.

Survivors include her husband, LaVerne “Durn” Lindgren of Ogden, IA; son, Jason (Shannon) Lindgren of Manchester, IA; her grandchildren, Danika, Jaxon, Tenley, Grace, Luke, and Emma; two sisters, Georgia (George) Hogg of Washburn, WI, and Linda Conklin of Ogden, IA; and three brothers, Richard Launderville of Ames, IA, Donald Launderville of Boone, IA, and Mark (Tami) Launderville of Ogden, IA.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, infant sister, Susie Launderville, and three brothers, Joe Launderville, Michael Launderville and Gerald “Jerry” Launderville Roger Lively May 14, 1937 – July 28, 2019

Roger Allen Lively, 82, passed away Sunday, July 28, 2019, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday August 3, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at West Des Moines Christian Church, reception to follow in the gathering area.

Roger was born May 14, 1937, in St. Louis, MO, to Edgar and Lorretta (Breier) Lively. He married Patty Walker on December 28, 1965.

Roger graduated from Iowa State University and went on to receive his CPA Certificate. He worked with a CPA firm a few years and then returned to his beloved Iowa State University in the Controller’s Office for 22 years, retiring in 1999. After retirement, he worked part time for Izaak Walton League as an accoun- tant. He was a member of West Des Moines Christian Church and the Izaak Walton League.

Roger is survived by his Wife, Patty Lively, Daughter, Kathy Williams of Las Vegas, NV; Sister, Dolores Basham of St. Louis, Missouri; Nieces , Cheryl Elder, Debra Burnes, Erin Craig, Dawn Elkins; Nephews, Shawn Mead, Timothy Craig. He was preceded in death by his Father, Edgar Roland Lively; Mother, Lor- retta Henrietta Lively; Son, Scott Lively; Sister, Evelyn Akridge; Sister, Sharon Payne; Nephews Keith Weir, Stephen Weir. Dudley Luckett

September 10, 1928 – January 24, 2020

Dudley Gilmore Luckett was a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Economics at Iowa State University, where he taught both Money & Banking and the History of Economic Thought from 1957 until his retirement in 1995. Born on September 10, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Luther J. and Emily A. Luckett, he was raised in Sedalia, Missouri, with his older brother Luther J. “Jim” Luckett, who died on Christmas Eve, 1944, while serving in the U.S. Army in France. Dudley served as an intelligence clerk in the U.S. occupation forces in Tokyo, Japan. He later earned BA and MA degrees at the University of Missouri where he met his future wife, Marjorie Ann Manley of Springfield, Missouri. In 1958, he received the PhD in Eco- nomics from the University of Texas at Austin with a dissertation on the term structure of interest rates. Over the following decades he authored or co–authored eighteen journal articles on monetary economics as well as a textbook, Money and Banking, which went through three editions between 1976 and 1984. From 1967 to 1970 he was editor in chief of the Journal of Finance, where his leadership helped move the journal toward econometric analysis. He received the Amoco Outstanding Teacher Award in 1978. During the second half of his career he reinvented himself as an expert on the central banking systems of island economies, with a focus on islands in the tropics. At that time he worked and conducted research in Fiji, Singapore, Yogyakarta, and Saint Kitts and Nevis. Out of this research he published two monographs: Monetary Policy in Fiji (1987), and Finance & Monetary Policy in Singapore (1994). On January 24, 2020, after a year of declining health, he died in Ames at the age of ninety–one. He is survived by his daughter Elaine Rees Luckett, by his sons Luther James “Jim” Luckett, Thomas Manley Luckett, and Brian Gilmore Luckett, and by six grandchildren: Moira, Molly, Toscane, JoHanna, Jamey and Liam.

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution – Respectfully Submitted by Dennis R. Starleaf and Lehman B. Fletcher:

Dudley Gilmore Luckett, Emeritus Professor of Economics and Emeritus Distinguished Professor in Liberal Arts and Sciences, died January 24, 2020, at Northcrest Health Center in Ames at the age of 91 years.

Dudley Luckett was born September 10, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, and grew up in Sedalia, Missouri. After graduating from high school in 1946, he joined the U.S. Army and served for two years, primarily with the U.S. occupation forces in Japan. Upon completing his military service, he enrolled in the Uni- versity of Missouri where he earned an AB degree in political science in 1952 and the MA degree in economics in 1954. He then enrolled in the graduate program at the University of Texas (Austin) and was awarded the PhD degree in economics from that institution in 1958.

Dudley Luckett began his career as a member of the faculty in the Iowa State University Department of Economics in 1958. Initially appointed as an Instructor, he was promoted to Assistant Professor in 1959, to Associate Professor with tenure in 1962, and to Professor in 1964. He became a Distinguished Professor in 1985. He retired from ISU at the end of 1995. Dudley Luckett September 10, 1928 – January 24, 2020

Dudley Luckett’s primary area of professional interest was monetary economics. He taught courses in this area at both the undergraduate and graduate levels throughout his career at Iowa State. When he joined the faculty in 1958, only one section of the undergraduate course in Money and Banking was offered each academic year and it had only a modest enrollment. When Luckett began teaching this course, the enrollment increased rapidly and within just a few years, the course had multiple sections offered each year and the largest enrollment of all upper–level courses in the department. He wrote an undergraduate textbook, Money and Banking, which was published by McGraw–Hill in 1976 and was adopted for use by a large number of universities in the U.S. and abroad. A second edition of the book was published in 1980 and a third in 1984. A modified version of the book was also published in Indonesia.

At the graduate level, Luckett taught Advanced Money and Banking, which provided a critical part of the department’s PhD field of concentration in Monetary Economics. This field was the department’s largest and most successful general economics field during the 1970s and 1980s. Luckett also taught courses dealing with the history of economic thought at both the undergraduate and graduate levels on a regular basis. He received the University’s Outstanding Teacher Award in 1978.

During his years at Iowa State, Luckett served as major professor for 28 PhD students and 13 MS students. Many of his PhD students had very successful careers in academia and/or government service.

Dudley Luckett was a scholar of widespread repute. His first two refereed journal articles appeared in top– tier economics journals and received recognition within both the academic community and the professional finance community. Subsequent journal articles added to his reputation as an accomplished and pioneering scholar. In 1964, he was selected to be an Associate Editor of the Journal of Finance, the journal of the Amer- ican Finance Association. In 1967, he accepted a four–year appointment as Managing Editor of this journal.

Luckett developed an interest in the economics of lesser developed countries in the latter years of his academic career. In 1983, he received a Faculty Improvement leave from Iowa State to conduct research in Fiji. This resulted in a book, Monetary Policy in Fiji, which was published in 1987 by the Institute of Pacific Studies at the University of the South Pacific. He took a two–year leave of absence in 1987 to serve as a visiting professor at the National University of Singapore. This resulted in another book, Banking, Finance and Monetary Policy in Singapore, co–authored with David Schulze and Raymond Wong and published in 1994. In 1994, he received a Fulbright Research Grant for a study of the multi–country Eastern Caribbean Central Bank.

Dudley Luckett is survived by his daughter Elaine Rees Luckett, by his sons Luther James Luckett, Thomas Manley Luckett, and Brian Gilmore Luckett, and by six grandchildren. Dudley Luckett September 10, 1928 – January 24, 2020

Tribute by his son Brian Luckett –

Over the following decades he authored or co–authored eighteen journal articles on monetary economics as well as a textbook, Money and Banking, which went through three editions between 1976 and 1984. From 1967 to 1970 he was editor in chief of the Journal of Finance, where his leadership helped move the journal toward econometric analysis. He received the Amoco Outstanding Teacher Award in 1978. During the second half of his career he reinvented himself as an expert on the central banking systems of island economies, with a focus on islands in the tropics. At that time he worked and conducted research in Fiji, Singapore, Yog- yakarta, and Saint Kitts and Nevis. Out of this research he published two monographs: Monetary Policy in Fiji (1987), and Finance & Monetary Policy in Singapore (1994).

On January 24, 2020, after a year of declining health, he died in Ames at the age of ninety–one. He is survived by his daughter Elaine Rees Luckett, by his sons Luther James “Jim” Luckett, Thomas Manley Luckett, and Brian Gilmore Luckett, and by six grandchildren: Moira, Molly, Toscane, JoHanna, Jamey and Liam.

Dudley was known for his sense of humor: he even published a humor piece in a peer–reviewed economics journal! His mother Emily helped make ends meet during the depression by entering short poems in advertising contests, a talent that Dudley turned to limericks:

Said Karl Marx, a poor PhD, “ Capitalism will become history” But rather than bury it The lumpen proletariat Chose to join the petite bourgeoisie Alice Lumadue

June 21, 1931 – November 7, 2020

Alice Mae Lumadue, 89, died November 7, 2020, at the home of Scotty and Susan Bowman.

Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Anslem and Ocie Schaffer; her husband of 69 years, Lionel Lumadue; her sisters, Lillian Brown and Becky Wickham; her sons, Michael and Steven; her daughters, Sandra, Peggy and Patricia; and her great–granddaughter Willow Brown.

She is survived by her sons Daniel (Michelle), Andy (Diana), Brian (Rose), and Richard; her daughters Susan (Scotty) Bowman and Judy Dunblazier. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren,15 great–grandchildren, and 3 great–great–grandchildren.

Alice loved to cook for her family and she hosted many family holidays and birthdays which are fondly remembered by her children and grandchildren for delicious food and a house packed wall to wall with family. Many people will remember Alice as the attentive and friendly waitress who worked at La Pizza House for over 40 years, starting in 1952 as their very first waitress.

Alice was a devout Catholic who supported Catholic charities including the Catholic Worker House where she routinely brought food to the residents. Alice held an Associate’s degree in Social Services and she put that degree to work at the ISU Extension Service in Des Moines where she was known as the “Julia Child of supplemental foods”. Alice spent many hours working with underprivileged families, helping them create delicious recipes that used government commodity foods. Alice’s recipes won multiple awards at the Commodity Supplemental Food Cook–Offs.

Alice is also fondly remembered by Mercy Hospital and the many patients she transported to and from the outpatient procedures. Alice worked at Mercy into her 80’s and she was remembered by a coworker as a person who “is all about what she can do for others, always putting her own needs last” which is exactly how she will be remembered by her family. Donald Maakestad

July 22, 1929 – May 2, 2019

Donald James “Bud” Maakestad, 89, of Ames passed away peacefully at Northridge Village May 2, 2019. A celebration of life memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 28, 11:00 a.m., at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1517 Northwestern Ave., Ames. Interment at the Radcliffe, Iowa, Cemetery will take place at a later date.

Bud was born July 22, 1929, in Radcliffe, the son of Leonard and Mabel (Hinderaker) Maakestad. He married Ursula Lindebak in 1946, graduated from Radcliffe High School the following year and soon thereafter began working on his first million as a farmer in the Radcliffe area. The couple and their family moved to Ames in 1972 and Bud continued working on that first million as a lab technician at Iowa State Universi- ty’s College of Veterinary Medicine right up until his retirement in 1992.

Prior to Ursula’s death in 2000, the couple made regular trips to visit their out–of–state children and grandchildren, enjoyed the company of friends and family in their home and rooted together for the Cubs through thick and thin. Bud married Marjorie Sampson in 2001 and they were inseparable until her death in 2013. In his last years, Bud would often shed a tear at the loss of both wives, while at the same time feeling fortunate for having been endowed with fine spouse–picking skills.

Family was always of utmost importance to Bud and he never failed to provide an outstanding example of upright and principled living to his children, grandchildren and great–grandchildren. He was a man of wit and wisdom, as well as faith, conviction, generosity and humility. He rarely had a negative thing to say to or about anyone, but when he did, his criticism was both well considered and well deserved. In terms of demonstrating how to live well and be good, he was pretty much peerless.

Bud genuinely appreciated many friendships cultivated through his membership at Bethesda Lutheran Church and his association with Golden Kiwanis, the Bethesda’s food pantry and fellow bowlers. Over the past couple of years, Bud also became fast friends with many of his co–residents at Northridge Village.

Bud is survived by brother Duane (Mabel) (Radcliffe); children Donna Pence (Anthem, AZ), Kathy (Al) Finch (Bandera, TX), Ann Levy (Alameda, CA), Paul Maakestad (Omaha, NE) and Jane Sanders (Mountain View, CA); eleven grandchildren and four great–grandchildren; members of his extended family Debra Brendeland, David (Patti) Sampson and Gary Neveln, and their children and grandchildren; and sister–in– law Ardith (Gene) Pollmann.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, brother Clifford, wife Ursula, wife Marjorie, and grandson Eli Pence. Betty Mackey January 31, 1926 – November 12, 2020

Betty Mae (Allie) Mackey, 94, of Ames passed away on November 12, 2020. She was born on January 31, 1926 to Roy and Edna (Godwin) Allie in Boone, Iowa. Betty was married to Glen Mackey, and the two later divorced.

For over 20 years, Betty worked at ISU at Friley Hall.

Betty was preceded in death by two sisters, Norma Anderson and Barbara Stoner; and a daughter, Mar- cia Mackey.

Left to cherish her memory are her sister Jeanette Anderson (John), four children, Valerie Mackey of Denver, CO, Pam Mackey Taylor (Wally) of Marion, Sharon Killoran of Overland Park, KS, and Bradley Mackey of Glenwood; six grandchildren, Michelle Taylor, Jeff Taylor, Zachary Drennan, Bryan Boss, Kim- berley Boss, and David Killoran; and three great grandchildren, Preston Graceffa, Tallen Graceffa, and Donoven Graceffa Lyle Mackey January 1, 1900 – September 4, 2020

Lyle R. Mackey, 85, of Mason City passed away Friday, September 4, 2020 in his Mason City home surrounded by his family.

A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at Epiphany Parish –Holy Family Catholic Church, 714 North Adams, Mason City with Reverend, Joshua Link, Celebrant. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Mason City.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Epiphany Parish, Mercy One North Iowa Hospice or Newman Catholic Schools.

Lyle’s family will greet relatives and friends on Monday afternoon, September 7,2020 from 2 pm until 4 pm at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd Street NE, Mason City. A Scriptural Wake will be held following the visitation.

Lyle grew up the middle son of Howard and Leona Mackey. He and his brothers, Larry and Don, grew up on the family farm and attended Olin public schools. As graduation approached, Lyle expressed interest in pursuing a college education, and was promptly driven to Iowa City by his school superintendent to enroll at the University of Iowa, for the following year. He eventually transferred to Iowa State University where he obtained his undergraduate degree.

It was during a summer internship working with the 4H program in Clayton County that Lyle met the love of his life, Lorraine. That was where their decades long love story began. They married in 1956 and settled in Garnavillo, where Lyle taught Vocational Agriculture at the high school. Just before their first wedding anniversary they became parents to Christy, their first of eight children.

Lyle made a career move a few years later accepting a job with Iowa State University Extension, It gave him the position of Assistant Extension Director of Benton County in Vinton and then Plymouth County Extension Director in Le Mars. After earning his master’s degree, he advanced to an Area Extension Director position in North Central Iowa. The family moved to Mason City where, ultimately, he was administrator for 15 Iowa counties. His long and distinguished career garnered Lyle many awards his humble nature wouldn’t list here. He was known for a commitment to excellence.

Though he achieved many honors and he enjoyed professional accomplishments, Lyle was, more importantly, a man of active faith, beyond involvement in his church. His whole life was about service. If he wasn’t working, he was volunteering. Upon retirement he devoted much time and energy to politics and social justice causes. He was an active member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employ- ees (NARFE). Lyle Mackey January 1, 1900 – September 4, 2020

Lyle’s life story begins and ends with family. He was preceded in death by his parents, his two brothers, nine brothers and sisters–in–law, and three nephews.

Still here to honor and relish the memory of this devoted husband and playful father are his wife, Lorraine, his eight children, Christine (Mark) Althoff, Doug (Sharon) Mackey, Susan (Joe) Henry, Jill (Dave) Campbell, Ann (Tom) Weiss, Jennifer (Gary) Scholl, Carey (David) Nisi, Katie (Arian) Schuessler, as well as his 14 grandchildren and his eight great grandchildren.

Each of us will cling to the lessons he taught us by the example he LIVED. He was as handsome and humble as the Iowa landscape he loved so dearly. He was patient and forgiving. No man ever loved his wife as much or as well. He was interested and curious about everything...it made chatting with him pure pleasure. We will miss his chuckle. Rowena Malone

August 6, 1915 – May 17, 2020

Rowena Gable Malone died May 17, 2020. She was born in Hastings, IA, August 6, 1915, the second daughter of Mearl Arthur Gable and Ethelyn McKie Gable.

Her father, Mearl Arthur Gable, was a Methodist minister. Rowena and her family lived in five Iowa towns and cities before moving to Indianola, IA. She attended Simpson College in Indianola for two years and received her AB degree from the University of Iowa at Iowa City.

In 1958, Rowena earned her MS degree from Iowa State University. She and her daughter, Megan, moved to Ames and Rowena began a career in book publishing with the Iowa State University Press. From 1958 – 1983 she was successively promotion manager, editor and managing editor of the Iowa State University Press until her retirement in 1983.

During her career, she was listed in Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who of American Women and World Who’s Who of American Women.

After retirement, she traveled the United States, Canada and Europe. She became a community volunteer and received the Iowa Governor’s Volunteer Award in 1989 for recording books for the blind.

She married Gerald (Gerry) Ervin Malone in 1975. After Jerry’s death in 1991, Rowena moved to Conway in 1993 to be close to Megan and Megan’s husband, Guy Hobbs.

Rowena moved to College Square in 2003 where she made many new friends.

She was a member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Conway, AR and a former member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ames, IA, where she was a member of the vestry and altar guild. She was also a member of Women in Communication Zeta Phi Eta, Phi Delta Gamma, Delta, Delta, Delta and P.E.O (initiated 1936).

Rowena was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Ervin Malone, Ames, IA; her sister, Enid L Schoenmann, Indianola, IA and her daughter, Margaret (Megan) Elizabeth Hobbs.

Rowena is survived by Guy Hobbs, son–in–law, Garry Malone, stepson, Sara Gottchaulk, stepdaughter, several step– grandchildren and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the P.E.O. Continuing Education Fund, Chapter BE, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Conway, AR or the Child Fund International.

A graveside service will be held at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at a later date. Floyd Manwiller

May 8, 1934 – December 4, 2020

Dr. Floyd Manwiller, 86, passed away peacefully at his home on December 4, 2020. On Wednesday De- cember 9, 2020 a visitation will be held from noon to 1:00 with a funeral service at 1:00 PM at Stevens Memorial Chapel in Ames, IA. Burial will follow at Ames Municipal.

Floyd was born to Floyd and G. Kathryn (Staley) Manwiller on May 8, 1934 in Mitchell County, IA. He graduated from Wilson High School in Cedar Rapids in 1952. He attended Iowa State University for one year before enlisting in the United States Air Force in 1954. Floyd attended language school and was a Russian language specialist. He earned the Good Conduct and Army of Occupation Medal in Germany. On August 8, 1959, Floyd and Mary McGowan were united in marriage in Marion, IA and had two sons. Floyd continued his education at Iowa State University earning a doctorate in forestry in 1965. Floyd then worked for the U.S. Forest Service in Louisiana until joining the faculty at Iowa State University in December of 1978, where he taught in the Forestry Department until he retired in June of 1999. He retired Professor Emeritus of Natural Resource, Ecology, and Management.

Floyd was an active member of Calvary Methodist Church and served as a lay leader for many years. He was also involved for many years with Gideon International. He enjoyed word working, spending time with his family, and being a member of the Silver Sneakers.

Floyd is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Manwiller; his two sons, Scott (Anna) Manwiller of Al- toona, IA and Brian (Rita) Manwiller of Davenport, IA; siblings, Evanell (Sam) Conner of Winslow, AZ, Edna (Cliff) Gilleland of Freeport, IL, and Eldon (Maria) Manwiller of Madison, AL; brother–in–law, Jack Meier of Cedar Rapids, IA; and many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Floyd is preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Betty Ann; and sister, Reta Manwiller Meier. Katherine Mason

May 5, 1939 – March 12, 2020

Katherine Agatha Mason (nee Rogers), age 80, of Ames, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2020 in her Ames home accompanied by her partner and caregiver, Richard J. Smith.

Born on May 5, 1939 in Chicago, IL, Katherine “Kate” was the daughter of Priscilla Maxine Rogers (nee Snavely) and Berton Elvoran Rogers. Kate spent her childhood in a number of cities, including Chicago, IL, St. Louis, MO, Grosse Pointe, MI, and Jamestown, NY. She graduated from Grosse Pointe High School, completed her undergraduate degree at Elmira College in Elmira, NY, and pursued graduate work in Na- tive American Studies at Iowa State University. On June 16, 1962, Kate was united in marriage to Richard Alan Van Deusen in Ithaca, NY. She was later married to John Tredennick Mason in November of 1977 in Ames.

Kate’s first job was as the assistant to the curator of the rare books collection at Cornell University Library, Ithaca, NY. She later worked as an English teacher in Johnston and Ogden, IA. She was an avid gardener, receiving Master Gardener certification through the Iowa State University Extension and contributing to public gardens in downtown Ames as well as the Green Hills grounds. Kate was a force of nature, with a will that would not be denied. She loved cooking, reading, her cats and dogs, Native Amer- ican art, and discussing politics. Known for her honesty, and no– nonsense approach to life, she was a friend of Bill Wilson for 42 years, touching many lives. Her friends relied on her wit and wisdom, as well as her ability to see blessings in seemingly hopeless situations.

Kate is survived by daughters Sarah (Rey) Van Deusen Phillips of Chicago, and Anna (Il Oh) Van Deusen, of Portland, OR, stepson J.T. (Janelle) Mason, of Napa, CA, stepdaughter Sarah (Barry Forbes) Mason, of Madison, WI and grandchildren Paula Forbes of Austin, TX, Madeline Forbes of Minneapolis, MN, Clint (Lauren) Mason of Spokane, WA, Devon Mason of Sacramento, CA, Javier Phillips, of Chicago, and Ruth Oh of Portland, OR. She was preceded in death by her parents and in 2011 by her husband, John Mason.

Due to the unusual circumstances created by the coronavirus, the family intends to hold a memorial service in the summer and will share details once arrangements have been made. Kate will be interred at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery alongside of John Mason.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home in Ames and online condolences may be left for the family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Labre Indian School (https://www.stlabre.org/)

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Joan Mattingly, age 79 of Wichita, Kansas and formerly of Boone, Iowa died Friday, January 10, 2020 at Via Christi Village in Wichita, Kansas.

A Funeral Mass will be Friday, January 17, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of the Sacred Heart in Boone, with Rev. Ross Coniglia officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Joan Marie (Hendricks) Mattingly, was born in Panama, Iowa on May 30, 1940, the daughter of August and Olga (Nollen) Hendricks. She graduated from Harlan High School in Harlan, Iowa in 1958 and then attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, receiving her Teaching Certificate in 1960.

On June 16, 1962, Joan married Robert Dean Mattingly at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan. In 1984, Joan received her BS Degree in Education from Iowa State University.

In earlier years, Joan worked as an elementary school teacher in Guthrie Center, Jefferson, and Gilbert, Iowa. She later was a stay–at– home mom, and worked as a Reading/Teacher Aide for the Boone School System.

From 1985 to 2002, Joan was a secretary at Iowa State University, retiring in 2002.

Joan was a member of the Church of the Sacred Heart, the Altar Society, and the Women’s Catholic Study Group. She enjoyed writing short stories, photography, reading, volunteer work, exercising, scrap- booking, and spending time with her family.

Joan was a Girl Scout Leader, 4–H Leader, PTA officer, Catechism Teacher, Special Olympics and Iowa Games volunteer, Midnight Madness Race volunteer, Educational Tutor, and DMACC Literacy volunteer.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob Mattingly, six brothers and three sisters.

Joan is survived by a daughter, Katheryn (Warren) McCoskey of Wichita, Kansas; two sons, Daniel (An- drea) Mattingly of Boone, and Patrick (Amy) Mattingly of Johnston; four grandchildren, Andrew (Emily) and Erin McCoskey from Wichita, Kansas and Mia and Brooke Mattingly from Johnston, Iowa.

Friends may call at the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel on Thursday from 5 until 8 p.m. where a Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. and a Vigil Service will be 7 p.m.

Visitation on Friday morning will be at the Church of the Sacred Heart from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Mary Mayfield February 4, 1938 – September 3, 2020

Mary Elizabeth (Miller) Mayfield, age 82, of Boone and the Eastern Star Masonic Home, passed away on September 3, 2020 at her home. A rolling visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, Sep- tember 8, 2020 at the SchroederReimers Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel. Masks will be required and social distancing will be in place for both gatherings. Burial will be in the Mineral Ridge Cemetery in Ridgeport. Mary E. (Miller) Mayfield was born to Earnest and Viola (Sherrard) Miller on February 4, 1938 in Boone. She graduated from Boone High School in 1956.

Mary was united in marriage with Orval “Sam” Mayfield on December 12, 1959 in Boone. While Mary and Sam had a young family they started their camping adventures. Mary loved to camp and the family made it tradition to get together in Spirit Lake for 20+ years.

Another tradition was of course, Christmas! Mary loved Christmastime with family and friends, decora- tions, joy, and Jesus! Mary was a protector and caregiver to all of her family, but she would help anyone in need. If someone gave her a call, she would be there as soon as she could to lend a hand. Also, anyone in her life that needed paperwork help, Mary was the lady to go to. This trait must have been from her career working in offices over many years. Mary worked for Boone High School and G S in Boone, and in more recent years, at Iowa State University. Mary worked at ISU for over a decade, before her retirement.

Mary was a member of First Baptist Church, where she enjoyed lending a hand and being involved over the years. She also enjoyed pottery, ceramics, and puzzles, but loved to read. Mary is survived by her children, Lori (Dennis) Elliott and Michael (Joyce) Mayfield, both of Boone; grandchildren, Lance, Nick (Heather), Spencer (Christa), Danielle (Leo), and Ryan; great–grandchildren, Lila, Kimber, and Kinzley; and many nieces and nephews that she loved deeply.

She was preceded by her husband, Sam, who passed away August 10, 2002; her parents, and siblings, Phyllis, Gerald, Lyle, and Glen. Billy McCall, Sr.

April 28, 1936 – January 19, 2021

Billy Maynard McCall was born on April 28,1936 in Belle Plaine, Iowa the son of Thomas Maynard and El- sie Fern (Young) McCall. He graduated from Boone High School in 1954. He served in the Korean Conflict in the US Navy. Bill married Carolyn Longhenry in Boone, Iowa on July 1, 1956.

He received a degree from Iowa State University in Electrical Engineering in 1962. Following graduation, he worked for Honeywell Microswitch in Freeport, IL for 6 years. Bill then took a position with the Iowa Department of Transportation and enjoyed a 24 year career. After he retired from the Department of Transportation, he worked for Lockheed IMS for 1 year. Bill ended his career working for Center for Transportation Research and Education at Iowa State University for 7 years until 2001.

During retirement, Bill and Carolyn worked as standardized clients with 3rd year students at the Col- lege of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University. Bill and Carolyn were active at Memorial Lutheran Church in Ames where he volunteered as a Sunday School teacher, Sunday School superintendent, International Bible Class teacher, and Vacation Bible School volunteer. He enjoyed numerous outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, camping, backpacking, hiking, and trail riding. He also enjoyed computer technology and shortwave radio, earning his Communication Unit Leader (Com–L) certification from FEMA. Bill was active in the Story County Amateur Radio Club. Bill was also a Life Long Learner coordinator for Semester at Sea with university students from around the world.

Bill is survived by his wife Carolyn McCall; sons, Billy Maynard Jr. (Diane) McCall and their children, Amanda (Eric Barrett), Thomas Maynard (Faith and their boys Benjamin Maynard and Oliver), and Ian (Jessica Palmer); David Michael (Laura) McCall and their children, Michael, and Meghan; and Steven Matthew (ex–wife and good friend Rachel Reynolds) and their daughter Cora. Bill was preceded in death by infant daughter Susan Diane. John “Terry” McConnell August 29, 1929 – June 29, 2020

Born August 29, 1929, Terry was the firstborn son of Mildred Kinsman and Lyle McConnell. The eldest grandchild, Terry became a member of Nevada Masonic Lodge No. 99 to fulfill the wishes of his maternal grandfather, Frank Kinsman. Terry graduated from Nevada High School in 1947 and served in the Iowa National Guard. Terry wed Patricia “Patty” Stookey on June 5, 1949. They were happily married for 71 years and enjoyed 21 years of their retirement as “snowbirds” in Mission, Texas.

A talented vocalist with a deep love of music, Terry was asked to sing for many local weddings and funerals. Most recently a member of the Nevada Baptist Church, Terry served for over 20 years as the Choir Director at First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Nevada where he also held the distinction of youngest–serving Elder at that time.

Terry had a distinguished 42–year career as a machinist at Iowa State University, where he was a father figure to the many students he supervised in the machine shop over four decades. Iowa State honored Terry with the Superior Service Award in 1992. He was a lifelong supporter of the Iowa State Cyclones, Chicago Cubs and Iowa Cubs.

Family was always of the utmost importance to Terry. He is survived by his wife, Patty; sons, John Steven (Yetta) and Murray Clarke (Janice); daughters, Claudia Ann Piechowiak (Rick) and Terri Lynn Dakarian (Simon); grandchildren, Tiffin Selz (Roger), Rachel (Jerrod), John (Valerie), Morgan, and Arin Dakarian, Justin, Daniel, Tara, Hannah, and Selma; sisters, Meredith Hitchings (Gerald) and Lois Berry (Bill); sisters–in–law, Shirley McConnell and JoAnn McConnell; and many nieces, nephews, and great–grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Max and Frank.

Due to COVID–19, the family will hold a private funeral service with interment at the Nevada Municipal Cemetery in Nevada.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Nevada Baptist Church in memory of Terry. John McCully, Jr.

March 14, 1935 – June 25, 2020

John R. McCully, Jr, age 85, of Ames, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at the Israel Family Hos- pice House.

Friends may call from 4–7 p.m. on Monday, June 29, 2020 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., Ames, where there will be a Vigil Service held at 7 p.m. and may be viewed at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87850867064.

Due to concerns of COVID–19, the family will not be present during the visitation and social distancing and the use of facemasks are encouraged.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at St. Cecilia Cath- olic Church and may be viewed at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89196367918.

John was born in Louisville, Mississippi on March 14, 1935 to Raymond and Gertrude (Warner) McCully. He received a BA at Mississippi College, a MA at the University of Mississippi in 18th Century British Literature, a PHD at Rice University in Medieval English Literature, and then studied to become a deacon for the Archdiocese of Dubuque.

While teaching at ISU, John started the Medieval Association of the Midwest Conference and founded and edited their first journal. After retiring as an Emeritus professor, John became the Vocational Aware- ness Director for the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Most of his retirement years were spent as a full–time Catholic deacon at St. Cecilia Church in Ames, where he and his wife, Ruth, started a Hispanic Ministry.

John is survived by his wife, Ruth; children: Joy Burianek (Mark), Suzanne Ignaszak (Robert), John David McCully (Tom Marchesiello); extended family Karen and Terry Burianek;

Grandchildren: Christine, Anthony, Paul, and Rachel Burianek; David and Victoria Ignaszak, and Steve (Lisa) and Tim Burianek; and one sister, Jackie McCully Lee Miller.

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 may be directed to Saint Cecilia– Hispanic Ministry Fund, Catholic Charities of Dubuque, or the American Cancer Society. John McCully, Jr. March 14, 1935 – June 25, 2020

Tribute from his wife: Ruth Dr. John McCully, Jr. , who lived March 14, 1935–June 25, 2020, spent twenty–eight years teaching, serving, and loving the students at Iowa State University. His teaching philosophy was never about his schedule, but about what was needed by the individual student.

Dr. McCully taught freshman literature, Shakespeare, Bible as Literature, Business Communications, and as a specialist in Medieval Literature, he had many converts to that genre. He saw a need for a medieval conference for the midwestern United States; therefore, in 1996, Dr. McCully planned and started the Medieval Association of the Midwest and was the first editor of the “Proceedings.” Later, he was recognized for his loyal and dedicated service to the association.

His students’ university education was a means Dr. McCully used to open their minds to a life of learning. Students recognized his passion for teaching them to learn and think. Later, many students would return or write telling him that he had changed their lives. One commented that Dr. McCully never considered the attention he gave his students as anything out of the ordinary

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution– Comments from his Colleagues: He taught me many things. And most of all, what matters to students is the love their teacher has for them. He genuinely loved his students, and they knew it. Dr. David Russell

John was a joy to have as a colleague, supportive, upbeat, thoughtful. Dr. Gloria Betcher

As a professional colleague, I respected his work and his dedication to decades of undergraduates at ISU. Dr. Dale Ross

He was one of the kindest, friendliest, most cheerful people I ever met. Even when John said Good Morning to you, you were the total focus of his attention. Dr. Donna Kienzler

Tribute by his colleague:

John McCully was the kindest man, with the messiest office, you could ever meet. A deacon in the Catholic Church, he took great joy in conducting marriage ceremonies for former students. He took a great and genuine interest in everyone and everything about him. Part of the reason he retired from ISU (to work for the Archdiocese of Dubuque) was his exhaustion from rising early to make copious comments on student papers. James “Jerry” McGinnis July 14, 1938 – April 21, 2021

Jerry McGinnis, age 82 of Boone, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.

A graveside service for Jerry and Terry McGinnis will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Monday, April 26, 2021 at the Farrar Cemetery in Farrar, Iowa.

James Jerald McGinnis was born on July 14, 1938, the son of James and Jewel (Fitzpatrick) McGinnis in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Farrar High School in 1956.

Jerry served in the United States Army from 1957 until 1959, stationed in Germany during Peace Time. Follow- ing his service, in the ‘60s he worked for 7UP, later Dolly Madison, Hiland Potato Chip until they were bought out, then he began a career at Iowa State University. Where he worked for 20+ years before retiring from his position as a Supervisor at the Food Distribution Center.

It was at ISU that Jerry met Terry. He went to get on the elevator that Terry was on, she asked him,” Going down?” Jerry was united in marriage with Terry McGinnis on June 6, 1998 in the Episcopal Center in Boone.

Jerry always enjoyed music throughout his life. He was in a combo band after his military service until his kids were little and again later in life. He was a member of the Homespun Harmony, the group played at The Machine Shed, fairgrounds, nursing homes, and civil war reenactments and even had the opportunity to go to Nashville, TN to record a few records.

Jerry was involved in motorcycle competition trials up until his 50’s when he “was too old”. Jerry would get all the McGinnis kids together to go play basketball in the Farrar High School gym. He also loved to take his camper out camping in younger years and going to the casinos and traveling with Terry in recent years. Jerry and Terry went on an Alaskan cruise, to Vegas, and several little trips to the Meskwaki Bingo Casino in Tama to play the slot machines.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Terry, who passed away on March 4, 2021; and his brother, Wayne. He is survived by children, Jim McGinnis of Clive, Kenneth McGinnis of Erie, PA, and Lorrie Smith of Ames; step–children, Melissa (Mike) DeLanoit of Badger, Julie Holmberg of Boone, and Justin Edwards of West Des Moines; grandchildren, Jill McGinnis, James (Megan) McGinnis, Jeremiah Page, Michael Page, and William Page, Abby Holmberg, Brady (Kelli) Wilson, Tom Holmberg, Ashlynn DeLanoit, and Savannah DeLanoit; great–grandchildren, James Jerald, Austin Page, William Page Jr., Kayden Page, Dea- con Page, Xander Page, Rhaya Page; many cousins; and his beloved dog, Finn.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Mar- shall Streets in Boone. Online condolences may be left for Jerry’s family at www.schroedermemorialchapel. com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Jerry McGinnis Family, C/O Schroeder–Re- imers Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 15, Boone, IA, 50036. Terry McGinnis

November 27, 1951 – March 4, 2021

Terry L. McGinnis, age 69 of Boone, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at her home with her family by her side. A graveside service will be held at 4:00 P.M. on Monday, April 26, 2021 at the Farrar Cemetery in Farrar, Iowa.

Terry Lynn (Free) McGinnis was born on November 27, 1951, the daughter of Stanley and Helen (Ryan) Free in Des Moines. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1970.

Terry was united in marriage with Jerry McGinnis on June 6, 1998 in the Episcopal Center in Boone.

Terry worked at Iowa State University for over 25 years, retiring in May of 2016. She loved working with the students and fit well with her fun, spunky, and sarcastic personality. She built many relationships over her years in the food service, she took several under her wing and was considered a second mom for them while they were away from home.

Terry loved her family above all else and enjoyed spending time with them. She enjoyed camping with Jerry, going to Casinos to play the slots, and reading. She could talk to anyone and everyone and was an excellent cook.

Terry was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Kennedy Wilson; brother, Dean Free; and sister, Tamara Rogers. She is survived by her husband, Jerry of Boone; children, Melissa (Mike) DeLa- noit of Badger, Julie Holmberg of Boone, and Justin Edwards of West Des Moines; grandchildren, Abby Holmberg, Brady (Kelli) Wilson, Tom Holmberg, Ashlynn DeLanoit, and Savannah DeLanoit; sister, Carolyn DeVries; and her beloved dog, Finn.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall Streets in Boone. Online condolences may be left for Terry’s family at www.schroedermemorialchapel.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Terry McGinnis Family. Robert McIntire

February 22, 1936 – May 30, 2019

Bob died May 30, 2019 in West Des Moines, Iowa due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. He was preceded in death by his wife Glenda (Thomsen) McIntire, parents Clair and Mildred (Goodburn) McIn- tire, 5 brothers, 4 sisters and brother–in–law Tom Monk. He is survived by his daughter Jonna (McIntire) Wisnieski and son–in–law Jeff of Norwalk, Iowa; son Michael McIntire and daughter–in–law Mary (Reil- ly) of Ames, Iowa; and six grandchildren: Allie, Morgan, Maxwell, Adam, Jenna and Lauren.

Bob was born on February 22, 1936 and raised on a farm near Marcus, in rural northeast Iowa. He was the youngest of 10 children to Clair and Mildred. In addition to his daily farm chores, Bob found time to participate in school football, basketball and music programs. Growing up there was always music in the house. He remembered his father offering the musical talent of the kids gathered around the piano to entertain guests at the farmhouse.

After graduating from Marcus High School, Bob had no definite plans for his future. It was the kindness of his Methodist Church minister who, seeing Bob’s potential, took it upon himself to enroll Bob at Morn- ingside College where he received a degree in Music Education. After several short teaching jobs, and an even shorter stint as a managerial trainee at an insurance company in Des Moines, Bob began a vocal music teaching job at Mapleton, IA, where he met the love of his life. Bob and Glenda were married on June 28th, 1964 in Orchard, NE and started their family four years later with the birth of their daughter Jonna (Battle Creek, 1968) followed by a son Michael (Belmond, 1971). After completing his Master’s degree from Central Michigan University, Bob started working as an elementary school principal in Battle Creek, IA, and Belmond, IA before coming to Nevada, IA where he was the K–4 elementary principal for 23 years. After his retirement in 1999, Bob and Glenda enjoyed biking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. Bob also enjoyed mentoring Iowa State University student teachers, volunteering with stroke victims at the Younker Rehabilitation Center, singing with his barber shop chorus, making walking sticks and, under the constant harassment of his wife, watching nature shows on PBS.

Bob was a man of unwavering integrity, morality and principle. He was tirelessly dedicated to his students and faculty. He exemplified these core values daily and always expected more of himself than he did of others. He earned the trust of his friends because they knew that they would always be treated with respect and consideration. That was who Bob was to all who knew him.

Those close to Bob knew there was much more complexity to his character. He had a sensitive and sentimental side that fewer people saw. He was passionate about learning his family history, and enjoyed reading books, playing marbles and a good tea party with his grandkids. But Bob’s true depth was fully revealed when Glenda developed Alzheimer’s disease at an early age. He dedicated the rest of his life to her care. When Glenda went to live in a memory care center he was with her every day. Without fail. He Robert McIntire February 22, 1936 – May 30, 2019

talked to her when she was unable to speak. He fed her when she could no longer feed herself. He walked with her when she was unable to stand on her own. Watching the two of them together was witnessing true love and devotion in their purest forms. His kindness, gentleness, affection, patience and devotion to his dying wife was inspirational.

They say that adversity does not build character, it reveals it. What Glenda’s illness revealed was a selfless man with a heart of solid gold who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Viola McKim January 23, 1927 – February 16, 2020

Viola McKim, a long–time resident of Nevada, died February 16, 2020 at Story County Senior Care Center.

Viola was born Viola Benson on January 23, 1927 in Marshalltown, Iowa. Her grandparents, Holger Benson and Christina Quam, came to the U.S. from Oslo, Norway. They had five children; one Charles Benson was Viola’s father. Charles Benson married Hazel Speas on May 2, 1917. They had nine children, the fifth oldest being Viola. Viola married Richard McKim on December 27, 1946. They had four children; Steve (Ruth) McKim, Jerry (Nancy) McKim, Debi (David) Eness, and Mike (Lori) McKim. Viola is survived by all her children, 8 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. She is also survived by 3 siblings: Beverly (Butch) Post, Barb Sherman, and Ron (Jan) Benson. Viola was preceded in death by her parents and 5 siblings: Marie, Don, Robert, Dorothy, and Madeline.

Over the years, Viola worked several jobs including Donnelly Marketing and owner/operator of Lincoln- way Grocery. In a career shift, as a result of her divorce in 1980, she took a position as a cook for Iowa State University, where she worked until her retirement in 1990. Viola loved family and creating special memories for them including her famous gifts of giant Santa Claus cookies enjoyed by all generations. She enjoyed playing cards with friends, and had a wonderful smile that could light up a room. Her life and the way she chose to live it continue to be an inspiration to her entire family. God created heaven for people like “Grandma Vi”

Her family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Story County Senior Care staff for all their loving care of Viola her last few years and to Suncrest Hospice for the comfort given to Viola and her family these last few weeks.

Private family service will be held at a later date.

Viola’s final resting place will be at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens, Marshalltown, Iowa. Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Viola. Rasmusson–Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.rasmussonfh.com Joy Menne August 23, 1927 – June 11, 2020

Joy M. Menne, 92, of Burlington, died at 6:25 AM Thursday, June 11, 2020, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington.

Born August 23, 1927, she was the daughter of Ora O. and Clara Fredonia Harnagel Paschal. On May 29, 1969, she married John “Jack” Menne in Manhattan, Kansas. He later passed on March 18, 2014.

She obtained her BA of Office Management from University of Iowa, her MS in Psychology from Kansas State, and her Ph.D from Iowa State.

Joy was a psychologist for many years.

She was of Methodist faith and was a member of Grace United Methodist Church. She and Jack loved to travel and built three houses in three states. They were the proud owners and operators of two citrus groves in Florida. Joy assisted her husband in developing the first computer at Iowa State University. Over the years they enjoyed many hobbies together such as square dancing, clogging and bike riding. Joy’s husband, Jack, was the love of her life and they were always together.

Survivors include three nieces, Lori Mehl of West Point; Sandra (Sam) Polonsky of Keosauqua, IA; and Beverly (Ernesto) Ines of St. George, KS; and several great nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother, Carleton (Virginia) Paschal, one sister, Virginia (Lester) Mehl, and one nephew, David Mehl.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Prugh Crematory.

The Graveside Committal Service for Mrs. Menne will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Clay Grove Cemetery in Donnellson, IA with Pastor Tammi Wirt officiating. Georgia Miller July 18, 1935 – February 7, 2020

Georgia A. Miller, age 84, of Ames, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at Northridge Village in Ames.

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, February 14, 2020 at Calvary United Methodist Church in Ames. Friends may call from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at the Adams Funeral Home.

Born on July 18, 1935 south of Cambridge, Georgia was the daughter of Oliver and Leona (Barbee) Richard- son. She graduated from Cambridge High School in 1952. Georgia was united in marriage to Robert Miller on May 14, 1952 at the Methodist Church in Cambridge. Georgia was a homemaker, raising their family, and later worked as a printer for Iowa State University, retiring in 1994. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping and spending time with her family. Georgia was a long–time member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Ames.

Georgia is survived by her husband, Robert of Ames; a son, Greg (Sandy) of Ames; daughters, Shelley Sanderson of Ankeny and Janis Mesenbrink of Ames; seven grandchildren; and 12 great–grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Georgia’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Dorcas Society.

Tribute by her daughter, Janis Mesenbrink – ISU work experience: Mom ran a printing press in the Printing and Publications Department for 23.5 years.

Highlight of their employment: Mom enjoyed the people she worked with and the opportunity to simply work at Iowa State University. I really think the highlight of her job was when she got off work and got to spend the evening with my Father, her Husband of nearly 68 years! LOL

Personal memory: I enjoyed walking from Morrill Hall where I worked to Printing Services, merely to sit and eat my lunch and talk to Mom when she had a chance. I’m so glad for those little things now.

Other thoughts to share: I think anyone that knew my Mom would agree, she was one of the most caring, soft hearted people you ever met. She did her job and got along with anyone and everyone. I’m proud to say Georgia Miller was my Mother and my best friend. Kevin Moeller October 1, 1958 – March 14, 2020

Kevin Moeller, age 61 of Boone, died March 14, 2020 at his home. Following the Federal CDC guidelines regarding the COVID–19, a private family viewing will be held. Following the visitation, Kevin will be cremated and a private family service will be at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church northeast of Boone. Burial will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery.A public Celebration of Kevin’s Life will be held at a later date.

Kevin Lee Moeller, was born in Boone, Iowa on October 1, 1958, the son of Merle and Carol (Bricker) Mo- eller. He live in Dodge Township in Boone County all his life. In his earlier years, he drove the St. Paul’s/ Trinity Lutheran School Bus. Kevin played Babe Ruth, All Stars baseball and slow pitch for John Deere. He played He graduated from Boone High School in Boone, Iowa in 1977 and attended Hawkeye Technol- ogy School in Waterloo, Iowa to study aircraft mechanics.

Kevin married Melinda ‘Mindy’ Rosedal on July 19, 1980 at Augustana Lutheran Church in Boone. In earlier years, Kevin worked for the north side Casey’s in Boone, Sundstrand Hydraulic in Ames, and the former Carlson Electric in Boone. In 1983 to present, Kevin was owner and electrical contractor of Mo- eller Electric, Inc. in Boone.

He was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boone Little League serving as Board Member and coach, lifetime member of the Belgian Sheepdog Club of America, Dodge Ridge Riders 4–H Club, and awarded the Meritorious Service Award through 4–H. Kevin enjoyed old western movies, SCIFI, Steven Segal movies, cooking breakfast on weekends, and spending time with their dogs, Heidi and the late, Hurry. He farmed with his brother, Kurt for several years and raised hogs and cattle himself. Kevin and Mindy were honored as Parade Marshalls for the 2019 Boone County Fair. Kevin was a workaholic but never too busy to watch his grandchildren’s activities or sit with whoever stopped by his office.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his in laws, Helmer ‘Rosy’ and Marilyn Rosedal; and grandparents, George and Myrtle Moeller and Todd and Gladys Bricker. Kevin is survived by his wife Mindy of Boone; daughters, Samantha (Wayne) Gifford of Boone and Sabrina Moeller and Ben

Erickson of Ogden; two brothers, Kurt (RoxAnn) Moeller and Jon Todd Moeller and Diana Larson all of Boone; a sister Tami (Kent) Mentzer of Papillion, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Braden and Braxton Gif- ford, Lanna Waters, and Tristan and Everett Erickson.In memory of Kevin, memorials may be directed to the family. Kevin Moeller October 1, 1958 – March 14, 2020

Tribute from the ISU Library Staff:

Kevin was a husband and spouse that passed away, his wife Mindy Moeller works for the University Library. Mindy is a Library Assistant IV, and works as a Conservation Treatment Assistant within Curation Services at Parks Library. Mindy has worked at Parks Library for 41 years. Mindy lost her husband Kevin on March 14, 2020. Kevin owned and operated his own electrical company for 38 years, Moeller Electric, Inc. He also managed Moeller Rentals for 20 years. Mindy and Kevin Moeller had been married for 39 years, when Kevin passed away. Kevin is survived by his wife Mindy and their two daughters. David Moore June 11, 1948 – September 17, 2020

David Fay Moore passed away peacefully at his home after a long battle with kidney failure. He was 72 years old. He was a proud father and husband and even until the very end of his life expressed his excite- ment finally go be with Jesus.

David was born in Maryville, Missouri. He spent his youth in Northwest Missouri and graduated in 1967 from King City High School in King City, MO. Upon graduation, David enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, and deployed to serve a tour of duty in Vietnam. He served as a machine gunner and always jokingly claimed that he was the baddest Marine there ever was. During his time in Vietnam, David saw a lot of combat as a young kid fresh out of high school. During one heated battle, two fellow Marines has been hit by an enemy sniper. David believed he knew where the enemy fire was coming from but his machine– gun had overheated so he jumped up and sprinted across the open rice paddy to get to another machine gun. Eluding sniper fire, David successfully made it to the other gun and was able to subdue the sniper to allow his fellow Marines to safely exfiltrate.

David was a well–known tight–wad. If you didn’t know David, you may have seen him around Story City. He is the fellow whose shoes are tied on with twine while his new shoes are safe from damage at home. He left his estate to his German Shepherd, Reba, who has been surfing Amazon for a new collar and dog treats.

David was also a professional pick–up man for Barnes PRCA Rodeo for nearly 30 years. His job was to ride his horse to assist the cowboys to the ground from the back of the bucking horses at the completion of their ride. During his travels he acquired many friends and had a lot of fun traveling throughout the country, rodeo to rodeo. He was very well known for his sense of humor and antics always looking to have a good time no matter what the circumstances.

He was employed by Iowa State University laboratory animal research department for 32 years. During his retirement he regularly attended Harvest Evangelical Free Church, enjoyed Bible Study and helping clean the church.

He was proceeded in death by his mother, Betty Moore, Father–in–Law, Thomas Law, and son, Wade Moore. He is survived by his wife Debbie, sons, Lucas Moore of Alton, Iowa, and Jordan Moore of Story City, Iowa, sisters, Ann Howe of King City, MO and Sarah McGinley of Gladstone, MO. Mother–in–Law, Delores Law of Humboldt, IA, Sister–in–Law, Julie and Gary Milang, Humboldt, IA, and Brother–in–Law, Tom and Diane Law, Omaha, NE, and several nieces and nephews. Joel Moses January 23, 1944 – September 26, 2019

On Thursday, September 26, Dr. Joel Charles Moses, passed away at the age of 75. Joel was born on January 23, 1944, in Toledo, Ohio to Rose and David Moses.

He was a full Professor of Political Science at Iowa State University for 35 years, retiring in 2003. Joel earned his B.A. from Beloit College, Wisconsin. He then went on to earn his Masters in Political Science and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin. In 1970, Joel went on the first of many trips to the Soviet Union, both to research and teach, and later continued to travel to Eastern Europe as a Ful- bright Scholar. During his retirement he continued publishing books and many articles concerning East- ern Europe.

Known for his brilliance, quick wit, infectious laugh, and his kind and compassionate spirit, he spent his retirement continuing to volunteer through Future’s “ Take Stock in Children” as a mentor. A true sports enthusiast, he loved following any organized sporting event, becoming a true UCF Knight fan. He also spoke highly about his friends from the Ponce Inlet Corvette Club.

Joel was preceded in death by his mother, Rose, and his father, David. He is survived by his sister, Sandra Moses Zimbler, his nephew Craig Zimbler (Marie), his nieces Michele Zimbler and Debbie Gatz(Dean), and his great nephews, Ben and Charlie Gatz, with whom he took great interest in their soccer and education. Loren Muench October 4, 1931 – November 29, 2020

Loren Oliver Muench passed away peacefully at Green Hills Health Care Center on November 29th, 2020 of natural causes. He was born October 4, 1931 in Boxholm, Iowa to Louise (Hammerstedt) and Oliver Ed- ward Muench and raised on the family farm. He attended a one room school, and later, Boxholm community schools, graduating from its high school in 1950.

He served as a staff sergeant in Korea from 1952–53 with the US Army 45th Infantry “Thunderbird” division. Upon discharge, he returned to Boxholm and pursued farming with his father. He soon met a young Boxholm elementary school teacher, and future wife, Marjorie Ellen Kalsem. Loren began attending Iowa State University, receiving a BS Degree in Industrial Education (1956), and taught this subject to high school students in Newton, Iowa for two years. He earned a Master’s degree in 1965, a Ph.D. in 1974, and for 29 years served as a faculty member in the ISU Safety Education and later occupational safety program, until his retirement in 1992. He was active in safety related organizations and served as an officer, board member and business manager for those groups.

Renowned for his beautiful bass voice, music was ever present in Loren’s life. In the 1940’s as a tall lanky teenager, he would belt out standards from Hank Williams, and other contemporary stars. Starting in 1962, he began sharing his talents weekly as a choir member at the First United Methodist Church in Ames, and soloed for special occasions, including weddings and funerals. A favorite was “Mary’s Little Boy Child” sung annually during their Christmas Eve candlelight services. For 27 years, Loren was a dedicated Barbershop singer, and coined the name “Ametones” for the Ames chapter of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America. (SPEBSQSA). In the 1960’s he sang bass with the “Marvelads” quartet. Later in life, he renewed his commitment to country music, performing in Country Music Jams all over Central Iowa. He also enjoyed being a featured entertainer in the Ames Senior Variety shows held at the Ames City Hall.

Loren was kind, good natured, with a great sense of humor and always willing to lend a hand to those in need. He was an avid auction enthusiast and tinkerer, with an ever–growing collection of 8N Ford tractors. He was a great husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spoiling his grandkids. He was ever supportive of his wife Marge, and her artistic passions. For 63 years they formed a very talented and loving partnership.

Loren is survived by his wife, Marjorie (Green Hills Health Care Center, Ames, IA); two sons, Joseph (Colleen Hoppe), Ames, IA and Michael (Leslie Shalabi), Dubuque, IA; a daughter, Marie Kathleen (Des Moines, IA); a foster daughter, Maryanna (Les) Holland, Ames, IA; six grandchildren, Ethan, Elise (Joe) Robinson , Lauren, Maddie, Molly, and Jamarie, and two sisters Bonnie (Don) Taylor, Buena Vista, CO, and Judy (Bill) Newman, Kirkland, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oliver and Louise, and sisters Donna Marie and Lurene (Don) Mallott, Rockford, Il. Charles Mulford

October 28, 1932 – August 6, 2019

Charles Lee Mulford, age 86, of Ames, Iowa passed away at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames on August 6, 2019. A gathering of friends and family will be Sunday, August 11, 2019 between 2 and 4:00 p.m. at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa with a Masonic Service to follow. His celebration of life service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, Aug. 12, at Ames United Church of Christ, 217 6th Street, Ames, Iowa. A private burial will be at Iowa State University Cemetery in Ames.

Charles Lee Mulford was born to Arthur and Ester Mulford in Iowa Falls, on October 28, 1932. After graduation from high School in 1950, he attended Ellsworth Community College, graduating in 1952. He then joined the Air Force Cadet program and served until 1956. He was a “Triple Headed Monster”: Navigator, Bombardier and Radar Observer; leaving the service as a 1s Lieutenant. He met his wife, Mary Uitermarkt at Ellsworth College and the two were united in marriage on October 28, 1953. He then received his PhD. from Iowa State University in 1962. He and his family moved to Houston, TX in 1966 where he taught at the University of Houston for 3 years. The family returned to Ames and he joined the faculty at ISU, in 1969. Charles enjoyed teaching undergraduate and graduate students. During this time, he published a book and wrote many articles for Sociology Journals.

Charles was initiated into Alpha Kappa Delta Honors Society, PSI Chi (Psychology), Phi Kappa Phi (Aca- demic), Faculty Citation from the University College of Science and Humanities, Faculty Citation from ISU Alumni Association, AJ Ellis Award for teaching, he Lectured at Baoding University (Public Rep of China), formally recognized at Academia Athletic Department Award from ISU, and for 10 years he was the Na- tional Secretary Treasure for Alpha Kappa Delta Sociology Society. He was a member in Ames American Legion, Arcadia Lodge # 249 A.F. & A.M., and Ames United Church of Christ for 50 years.

Charles and Mary Ann were blessed with two children, David and Katy. He enjoyed many activities; hunting, fishing, golfing, ISU Sports, RAGBRAI, family activities and had a love for watches. Chuck was named Emeritus Professor retiring from the classroom in 1998. He then was an Academia Tutor for another ten years with the Athletic Department being awarded an Honorary Staff Member. He was privileged to be on a Honor Flight to Washington DC in 2012.

Chuck was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Richard, Jonas, Erle and Walter, and a sister Shirley.

He is survived by his wife Mary Ann Mulford, his son David (Troi) Mulford, his daughter Katy Mulford, and four grandchildren, Amanda, Matthew, Dorothy and Jacob. Charles Mulford October 28, 1932 – August 6, 2019

Tribute by his wife Mary Ann Mulford –

After receiving his doctorate at Iowa State University, he taught at Grinnell College and the University of Houston. He returned to Iowa State in 1969. He greatly enjoyed teaching at Iowa State. He was the author of numerous articles and a book while at Iowa State. After retiring in 1998, he tutored athletes at Iowa State. He really enjoyed the athletes, for those ten years. Richard Munster August 16, 1928 – November 13, 2019

Dr. Richard D. Munster, age 91, of Bella Vista, AR, fell asleep with Jesus on November 13, 2019. He was born August 16, 1928 to Elmer Munster and Ida (Krueger) Munster in Hartley, Iowa. He was raised during the Depression and learned the value of hard work and doing a job right during his formative years.

He began college at Iowa State Teacher’s College in Cedar Falls, IA, but just a few months after starting, a friend from Hartley convinced him it would be a good idea to join the Army during WWII. He did so and was stationed in Alaska. He was proud of his service and proud of his country. After returning from active duty, he re–entered college on the GI Bill and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Iowa State Teacher’s College.

Thereafter, he began his teaching career in Paulina, IA as a high school physics teacher and a driver’s education instructor. That latter position drove his wife and daughters crazy later in life as he frequently reminded them of how to drive properly. Even at age 91, he drove until the last day of his life.

It was in Paulina that he met the love of his life, Phyllis Lehnhardt. They were married in August of 1954 and spent 65 wonderful years together. After marriage, they moved to teaching jobs in Manning, IA, Primghar, IA and then to Glidden, IA, where Rich was the Superintendent of the Glidden/Ralston School District. During those years, Rich obtained his Master’s Degree in Education Administration from Colora- do State College of Education and more importantly, they had three daughters.

In 1966, Rich decided to return to school to obtain his Ph.D., so the family moved to Ames, IA. In 1968, he received his doctorate in Education Administration from Iowa State University, and the family moved to Bettendorf, IA, where Rich was an Area Extension Director for Iowa State University for 23 years.

In retirement, Rich and Phyllis moved to Bella Vista, AR, where they spent many years actively involved in their church, hosting family vacations and reunions, fishing, golfing, playing bridge, gardening, and writing.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Harold (Betty).

Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife, Phyllis, his brother Dennis (Judy), daughters Laura (Ruben), Lisa (Rod), Michelle (Mark), grandchildren Derek (Rachel), Amanda, Justin, numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Bella Vista Lutheran Church. Arrangements are by Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralmation.com. Margaret Murray

Unknown – April 13, 2006

No Known Obituary Joseph Musil November 20, 1920 – April 30, 2020

Joseph Donald Musil, 99, of Ely, died Thursday, April 30, 2020, at Cottage Grove Place, following a long and blessed life with his children, grandchildren and beloved wife.

He was born Nov. 20, 1920, to parents Joseph F. Musil and Augusta (Sedivy) Musil in Cleburne, Riley County, Kan. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Bernice Edna Sophia (Carlson) Musil. He was a baptized member of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Cleburne. He attended grade school and rural high school from 1933 to 1937, both in Cleburne, Kan. From 1937 to 1941, he attended Kansas State University in Manhattan, graduating with a B.S. degree in electrical engineering. He also graduated with an M.S. from the University of Pittsburgh, Pa., in 1945, and a Ph.D. from Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, in 1968, both in electrical engineering.

From 1941–43, he was employed as a design engineer in the industrial motor division of Westinghouse Electric Co. in East Pittsburgh, Pa. From 1944–45, he was employed as an engineer with the Kellex Corp. of the Manhattan District Corps of Engineers at New York City in the Oak Ridge, Tenn., Atomic Energy Project. In 1946–47, he was an instructor and research assistant at the University of Pittsburgh, electrical engineering and physics department.

From 1947 to 1957, he was employed as an electrical design engineer for the Electric Machinery Manu- facturing Co. of Minneapolis, Minn. It was there he married his wife, Bernice Edna Carlson, then a nurse at Bethesda Lutheran Hospital, St. Paul, Minn. She also was from Cleburne, Kan. They went back to be married at her home church, Mariadahl Lutheran Church, rural Cleburne, on June 29, 1949. To this union, three children were born in St. Paul, Joseph Evan, now in Ely, Iowa, Mary Ann Musil, now in Helena, Mont., and Daniel Philip, now in Ely.

In August 1957, Donald moved his family to Ames, where he taught electrical engineering and pursued further graduate work at Iowa State University in Ames. A fourth child, Martha Louise Musil, now of Texcoco, Mexico, was born in Ames. While residing in Ames, they became active members of Gilbert Lutheran Church. Before retiring from Iowa State University in 1984, as associate professor, four years were spent with this wife and four young children, 1961 to 1965, as a missionary teacher of science and mathematics at Ilboru Lutheran Secondary School, Arusha, Tanzania, adding freshmen and sophomore college levels to the Cambridge High School system there. Also, in 1971–72, under Iowa State University auspice, he and wife and Martha, then in eighth grade and in the year of integration, went to Prairie View Agriculture and Mechanics University, Prairie View, Texas, to teach electrical engineering. Joseph Musil November 20, 1920 – April 30, 2020

In 1985, he and his wife moved to Ely to be near their sons, Joe and Dan and their families, in their retirement. They were members of St. John Lutheran Church in Ely, were active in Ely Senior Dining, Town and Country Club, Ely Friendship Club, and Good Earth Garden Club. He served a term on the Ely City Council and on the Heritage Area on Aging Agency. He was a life member of the Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers.

He will be remembered as a loving and devoted father to his four surviving married children and grandfather to his 13 grandchildren and five great–grandchildren.

His wife, Bernice, preceded him in death on Jan. 11, 2004. His living desire was that his children and grandchildren have an equal or better life and more opportunities than was offered him. God Bless his memory.

Memorials may be directed to the St. John Lutheran Church Library. Celebration of Life services will be livestreamed starting at 11 a.m. Monday, May 11, on Brosh Chapel’s Facebook page. The Rev. Brian Middleswarth from St. John Lutheran Church in Ely will preside over the services. Burial will be in Rogers Grove Cemetery, near Ely, following the services.

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution: J. (Joseph) Don Musil, who went by Don, former faculty member of Iowa State University‘s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECpE), passed away on April 30, 2020, at the age of 99.

Musil attended Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, graduating in three years with a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering. He also graduated with his master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in 1945, and his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 1968, both degrees in electrical engineering.

From 1941 to 1943, Musil was employed as a design engineer in the industrial motor division of Westinghouse Electric Co. in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. From 1944 to 1945, he was an engineer with the Kellex Corp. of the Manhattan District Corps of Engineers at New York City in the Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Atomic Energy Project, also known as the Manhattan Project. “My father said he never worked harder than he did at this time,” said Joe Musil, son of Joseph Musil. Joe is also a graduate of Iowa State, earning his master’s in mechanical engineering.

In 1946 to 1947, Musil was an instructor and research assistant at the University of Pittsburgh, electrical engineering and physics department. From 1947 to 1957, Musil worked for the EM (Electrical Machinery Company in Minneapolis Minnesota), they designed and built very large alternating current and direct current motors and generators. In August of 1957, Musil contacted Warren Boast, who was an assistant professor in electrical engineering at Iowa State. Musil wanted to achieve his doctorate degree and teach at the same time, so he and his family moved to Ames, where he taught electrical engineering and pursued further graduate work at Iowa State. Joseph Musil November 20, 1920 – April 30, 2020

“During his time at Iowa State, my father taught courses involving large machinery, motors, large networks, and many things that we depend on for our factories,” Joe said. “At the time, the large bay in Coover hall was full of electric motors and generators and the students learned to wire, start and control these generators, and my dad was in control of that lab.”

In 1961, after four years at Iowa State, Musil got a four–year leave of absence from the head of the department, and he and his family moved from Ames to Tanzania, East Africa. Musil took a position at Ilboru Luther- an Secondary School in Arusha to teach sciences, mathematics and physics. He also added an additional two years to the curriculum, making it a six–year school instead of a two–year school. At the end of the student’s studies at Ilboru, the students could take the Cambridge Exam, and if students passed, they could travel to England to further their studies. While Musil taught, his wife, Bernice Edna Carlson, was the school nurse. Musil was also responsible for mechanical maintenance of the school as well.

“It was quite a handful for mom and dad, but it was a great experience,” Joe said. “My siblings and I gained a wide knowledge of other places and cultures from this experience, we visited about 20 some countries on our journey.”

A few years later, Musil took another sabbatical from Iowa State, to teach electrical engineering at the Prai- rie View Campus at Texas A&M University to teach electrical engineering.

In 1985, Musil and his wife moved to Ely, Iowa, to be near their sons, Joe and Dan, along with their families during their retirement. Both of his sons became engineers, following in their father’s footsteps, Joe became Director of Engineering at Iowa Manufacturing at Cedar Rapids Inc. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dan is president and owner of M&W Designs and Manufacture hydraulics solutions. Joe also lives on and farms 240 acres on the side. Musil resided in Ely until his death.

“When we would go on vacations, my dad would arrange visits to power plants because he knew people there that he previously worked with and wanted us to meet them,” Joe said.

In the summertime, Musil also did extension work, where he would travel across the country and teach short courses on new technologies. Musil would often take his students on field trips to these facilities to teach them about large machines, power plants and other factors related to coursework that he was teaching.

“I always knew Joseph Musil as ‘Don’; I suspect this was his middle name. He was a very compassionate person,” said ECpE Professor Emeritus Art Pohm.

Musil later retired from his position as an Iowa State ECpE associate professor in 1984. Barbara Negri September 1, 1950 – January 30, 2021

Barbara Kay (Mortenson) Negri, 70, of Ames passed away at home on Saturday, January 30, 2021 under the warmhearted care of Kindred Hospice with her husband by her side. Barb was born on October 1, 1950 to Raelena and Leland Mortenson. She was raised by Walter and Marie Swensen who she called her parents.

Barb attended Ames High and graduated in 1968. Barbara was first married to Steven Larson. The two went their separate ways, and on February 13, 1998 she married Terry Negri. Barb worked as a secretary at Iowa State University and retired in 2010. Barb was a very pleasant woman who could light up any room. She was a caring, fun–loving, adventurous person who loved to make people happy. She was always interested in anything anyone had to say. In her free time she liked to crotchet and tend to her house plants. She also liked gardening and planting perennials with her husband Terry. The two enjoyed traveling, especially to Vegas with their friends Jack and Carol Henneberry.

Left to cherish Barb’s memory are her loving husband of 23 years, Terry; a son, Matt Larson; two grandsons, Zachary Larson and Zayden Larson; a sister–in–law Virginia Mortenson; and her cat Raven. Robert Nichols March 28, 1932 – May 29, 2020

Robert D. Nichols, age 88, of rural Ogden, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home.

Born on March 28, 1932 at the family home in Robertson, Iowa, Robert was the son of Vernon and Jea- nette (Ubben) Nichols. He was united in marriage to Marian Roberts on March 25, 1967 in Hansell, Iowa.

Robert worked as a carpenter and was a mason by trade. He and Marian moved to the Ogden area when Robert started working for Iowa State University as a mason. He retired from ISU in 1995. Robert enjoyed spending time with his family, woodworking and gardening in his free time.

Robert is survived by his wife, Marian; three sons: Troy (Diane) of Ogden, Brett (Sonya) of Boone, and Chad (Debra) of Grimes; six grandchildren: Alec, Aleyna, Kylie, Ryan, Ellery, and Audrey, and a sister, Jan- ice Tiano. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Sean Nichols; and two sisters: Harriet Bushman and Vernita Nichols.

A private family graveside service will be held in the Alden Cemetery in Alden, Iowa. Anna Nilsson June 10, 1924 – March 9, 2021

Anna Louise (née Vogt) Nilsson, June 10, 1924–March 9, 2021, age 96, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, passed away after a brief illness at Mary Greeley Hospital in Ames, Iowa, happily joining in heaven her husband of 68 years, James Nilsson and her beloved daughter Rhon- da Kreamer.

Anna was born in Metropolis, Illinois, the daughter of August and Mathilda Vogt, and was the second of their four children. Raised on the family farm during the Great Depression and WWII, Anna would go on to attend the University of Illinois and earn a B.S. in Home Economics.

It was at the University of Iowa, in early 1948, while working as assistant food service manager at the Quadrangle Dormitory Food Service, Anna met the love of her life, Jim, who was studying electrical engineering on the G.I. Bill.

They wed on August 8, 1948 and began life together in Ames, Iowa so Jim could begin teaching while pursuing his master’s and Ph.D. in electrical engineering at Iowa State University.

Soon after the arrival of their first child, Bev, they moved to 1204 Lincoln Way, where they would raise all five of their children.

Social by nature, Anna loved gatherings of family and friends. She was gregarious, energetic, engaging, and bold – the warm center of the Nilsson family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim, brothers Leonard and Paul, and daughter Rhon- da.

She is survived by her daughter Beverly Lemme (James), sons Robert William (Donise), Paul Edward, Bruce Allen, Sister Verna Mae Kruse, grandchildren Doug Lemme, Sara Lemme, Katie Kreamer, Stepha- nie Kreamer, Matthew Johnson Nllsson, great granddaughters Felicity Lemme and Colette Lemme, and countless, nieces, nephews, and friends. Teresa “Teri” O’Brien February 25, 1960 – November 7, 2020

Teresa “Teri” Ann O’Brien (Phillips) passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Saturday, November 7th 2020 in Ames, Iowa at the age of 60.

Teresa is survived by her parents, Robert and Beverly Phillips; her husband, Garie O’Brien; her sister, Re- becca Casey (Brian); her children, Michael Mattson (Alyssa) and Elizabeth Nederhoff (Alex); her grandchildren, Anna and Ryan Mattson (Mike and Alyssa) and Colt Nederhoff (Elizabeth and Alex); her nieces, Brynn and Bailee Casey (Rebecca and Brian) and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her sister, Debra Skinner; her maternal grandparents, Harry and Ellen Kracht; her paternal grandparents, LaVerne and Pearl Phillips; her aunt, Ardis Filer; and uncle, David Kracht.

Teresa was born at the Naval Air Base in Memphis, Tennessee to Robert and Beverly Phillips on February 25th, 1960. She graduated from Boone High School in 1978 and attended Des Moines Area Community College. Teresa retired from Iowa State University where she was employed for fifteen years.

Teresa was a beloved daughter, wife, sister, mother and grandma with a big heart. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She loved talking about them and spending time with them. Teresa enjoyed reading books, cooking and baking and she loved music and painting. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends, and she will be remembered by her laugh and beautiful smile. Gary Osweiler September 8, 1942 – August 13, 2019

Dr. Gary Douglas Osweiler, age 76, of Ames, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice in Ames.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ames. Visitation will be from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, August 24 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ames just prior to the funeral mass. Gary will be interred at the columbarium of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church.

Gary was born in Sigourney, Iowa on September 8, 1942, to James and Ruth Osweiler and grew up on a family farm. He was a 1960 graduate of Oskaloosa High School and active in 4H.

Gary earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University in 1966. Following graduation from veterinary college, he worked as a clinician in the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnos- tic Laboratory and the ISU Veterinary Field Services unit while earning a MS degree in Pathology (1968). He later went on to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology (1971) and earn a PhD in Toxicology (1973). He served on the faculty at the University of Missouri from 1974–1982 where he taught toxicology to veterinary and graduate students, conducted toxicology research and provided clinical and diagnostic toxicology services through the diagnostic laboratory and teaching hospital. In 1983, Gary returned to the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine as a Professor of Veterinary Toxicology and Section Leader of Toxicology at ISU where he had responsibilities teaching veterinary students, conducting research on toxicology problems affecting pets, livestock, and wildlife, and providing toxicology diagnostic services to clients. He served for many years as the Chair of the interdepartmental toxicology graduate program and mentored many residents and graduate students conducting research on toxicological aspects of numerous agriculture chemicals and nutrient and toxicant interactions with disease. Renowned for his research on mycotoxins, he headed one of the leading veterinary diagnostic toxicology labs in the world at ISU. He served as Director of the ISU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory for 10 years (1994–2004) and retired from ISU in 2010.

Dr. Osweiler was widely regarded as a leader in veterinary toxicology, publishing numerous peer–reviewed scientific manuscripts, abstracts and proceedings papers. The textbook he co–authored entitled “Clinical and Diagnostic Veterinary Toxicology” was a highly valued resource for veterinary students and practicing veterinarians in North America for many years. Gary served as President of the Ameri- can Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, President of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology, as well as President of the American Academy of Veterinary and Comparative Toxicology. He provided expertise to numerous state, national and international advisory boards, including the Veterinary Medicine Advisory Committee of the US Food and Drug Administration. Gary Osweiler September 8, 1942 – August 13, 2019

Most of all, Gary was deeply committed to his family, friends, church and community. He and his wife Sue met at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in 1964 and were married there in 1966. Together they were involved in parish and community activities throughout his life. Gary was a quiet but powerful model of warmth and true integrity for his family.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Sue of Ames; sons, John (Susan) of Des Moines and Jeff (Chantale) of Kingston, Jamaica; daughters, Julie of Windsor Heights and Jill (Steven) Schaefer of Chantilly, Virginia; brothers, James (Janet) and Stanley (Barbara); sister, Jean Bessman (Carl), and five grandchildren: Molly, Amelia, Elsa, Maddie, and Julien.

Tribute from the College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Osweiler (Iowa State ‘66), 76, Ames, Iowa, died August 13, 2019. His wife, Sue; two sons and two daughters; five grandchildren; and two brothers and a sister survive him.

Dr. Gary Osweiler earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University (ISU) in 1966. Following graduation from veterinary college, Dr. Osweiler worked as a clinician in the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL) and the ISU Veterinary Field Services unit while earning a MS degree in Pathology (1968). He later went on to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology (1971) and earn a PhD in Toxicology (1973). Dr. Osweiler served on the faculty at the University of Missouri from 1974–1982 where he taught toxicology to veterinary and graduate students, conducted toxicology research and provided clinical and diagnostic toxicology services through the diagnostic laboratory and teaching hospital.

In 1983, Dr. Osweiler returned to the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM) as a Professor of Vet- erinary Toxicology and Section Leader of Toxicology in the ISU VDL where he had responsibilities teaching veterinary students, conducting research on toxicology problems affecting pets, livestock, and wildlife, and providing toxicology diagnostic services to clients. He served for many years as the Chair of the interdepartmental toxicology graduate program. Dr. Osweiler mentored many residents and graduate students conducting research on toxicological aspects of numerous agriculture chemicals and nutrient and toxicant interactions with disease. He was internationally renowned for his research on mycotoxins and for building and leading one of the pre–eminent veterinary diagnostic toxicology labs in the world at ISU. Dr. Osweiler served as Director of the ISU VDL for 10 years (1994–2004) and retired from ISU in 2010. Gary Osweiler September 8, 1942 – August 13, 2019

Dr. Osweiler was widely regarded as an international thought leader in veterinary toxicology publishing numerous peer–reviewed scientific manuscripts, abstracts and proceedings papers. The textbook he co– authored entitled “Clinical and Diagnostic Veterinary Toxicology” was a highly valued resource for veterinary students and practicing veterinarians in North America for many years. Dr. Osweiler served on many committees, on the Executive Board for several years, and then as President of the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD) in 2005. He also served as President of the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology as well as President of the American Academy of Veterinary and Comparative Toxicol- ogy. Dr. Osweiler provided expertise in toxicology to numerous state, national and international committees and advisory boards such as the Iowa Fertilizer and Pesticide Committee, the United States Animal Health Association Environmental Residues Committee, and the Veterinary John Pace

September 17, 1925 – October 28, 2019

John Pace, age 94, died October 28, 2019 at the Solon Retirement Village in Solon, Iowa. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 1, 2019 a Collegiate United Methodist Church with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in the Iowa State University cemetery.

John was born September 17, 1925 in Massena, Iowa to John H. Pace and Verdie Pace. He had six siblings, Rex, Dale, Jean, Bonnie, Vernon, and Denny. John graduated from Massena High School in 1942 and enlisted in the United States Navy. He served during World War II in the South Pacific as a radio- man. Upon his honorable discharge, John married Eugenia Earl Pratt on June 22, 1946. John obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Drake University and his Masters from the University of Minnesota.

John began his teaching career in Shenandoah and later moved to Norwalk and Oskaloosa before settling at Iowa State University in 1957. He served as head of the Office of Space and Schedules for 33 years and pioneered methods of space planning and utilization that are still used throughout the country. He was also an avid student of history. John was a wonderful singer and great dancer in his younger years. John enjoyed fishing of all kinds; especially fly fishing. He was a very caring and compassionate man who respected and cared for all.

John and Gene were loyal Iowa State Cyclone fans and never missed a football or basketball game. They were especially huge fans of the ISU women’s basketball program. They developed life–long friendships with coaches and players.

John is predeceased by his wife, Gene, his parents and all of his brothers and sisters. He is survived by three children, Steve Pace (Tina), Martha McCline (Curtis) and Tom Pace (Lori). John had nine grandchildren–Chris Pace–Tuomi (Sam), Tom Pace (Sherae), David Hoff (Jared), Marissa McCline, Stephanie Ack- erman (Nate), Mitch McCline, Michael Pace, Scott Pace and Martha Pace and six great–grandchildren, Hayden and Collin Pace, and Philip, Jake, Ben and John Ackerman.

The family would like to especially thank the Solon Care Center and Iowa City Hospice. Particular gratitude and love to Danni and Angie who took such great care of John. Paul Palmer

January 16, 1928 – March 10, 2019

Paul E. Palmer, age 91, of Ames, passed away on March 10, 2019 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Ames. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Mass. 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 Paul’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Saint Cecilia Catholic Church, 2900 Hoover Ave., Ames, Iowa 50010 or Israel Family Hospice House, 400 S. Dakota Ave., Ames, Iowa 50014.

Born on January 16, 1928 in Vinton, Iowa, Paul was the son of William and Florence (Kurtz) Palmer. He graduated from Knoxville High School in 1945. At the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy at the end of World War II. After his time in the Navy, Paul met Althea Brandriet and they were married on November 10, 1948 in Watertown, South Dakota. He attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota, received a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. Paul worked at the Ames Laboratory as a Rare Earths Metallurgist, retiring in 1993. He enjoyed following all his children’s endeavors. Paul was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church where he sang in the Choir and was a member of the Rosary Club. He was also a member of the Ames American Legion, and the American Society of Metals, and was a past member of the K.C.’s.

Paul is survived by his son, Doug (Kay) Palmer of Mosinee, Wisconsin; granddaughters: Julie Palmer of Boone, Lisa (Brandon Davidson) Palmer of Des Moines, Amy Palmer of Chicago, Illinois, and Michelle Palmer of Dekalb, Illinois.

He was preceded in death by is parents; his wife, Althea; two sons, Robert Palmer and Tom Palmer; and two brothers, Wallace (Jackie) Palmer and Morris (Marie) Palmer.

Tribute by his son, Douglas Palmer Paul Palmer was hired to come work with Frank Spedding’s team at Iowa State University’s Ames Labora- tory, after his service in the U.S. Navy near the end of WWII, and his graduation from college at South Da- kota State University. During his career with the Ames Lab, Paul was perhaps best known for preparing the highest purity rare earths research materials in the world. The materials he produced were used in research at the lab and around the world to help develop the many applications that rare earths are used in today.

Paul was a good Christian, and is dearly missed as a good neighbor, loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was always proud to be a part of Iowa State’s continuing legacy of excellence and we can all be grateful he was part of Iowa State’s family, as well. Betty Pepper

November 26, 1925 – December 3, 2019

Betty Jean (Bass) Pepper, 94, of Boone, IA, passed away on December 3, 2019 at Mary Greeley Hospital. A visitation will be held Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 5:00pm–7:00pm at Stevens Memorial Chapel (607 28th St., Ames, IA 50010) with the funeral mass on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catho- lic Church (915 12th St, Boone, IA 50036) at 11:00am. Burial to follow at Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Betty was born November 26, 1925, at Boone Iowa Hospital to Edward and Ella (McBride) Bass. Betty graduated from Boone High School in 1944. Her first job was at Ordinance plant in Ankeny, IA (WW #2). Betty worked on machine gauged 30 and 50 caliber loaded bullets. She said she was very scared at this job but it was good money and worked with wonderful people.

After WW2 she married the love of her life, James J Pepper at St. Peters and Paul Catholic Church in Gilbert, Iowa on March 15, 1945. Betty and James farmed so she become a farmers wife, it was very hard work. In 1958 they decided to leave farming and move to Ames, Iowa. James started work at Iowa State University and became an electrician.

After her third daughter started school Betty went to work for Ames Laboratory at Iowa State University. She started in High Energy Physics Group as a scanner, Betty looked at film and measured particles on machines. After 3 years Betty became supervisor and had a crew of 15 to 20 girls. When computers took over Betty’s job she became a plate marker. She worked for 25 years for Iowa State University.

When Betty’s husband passed away she started doing some traveling. She enjoyed going and visiting her daughters and grandchildren in Florida. Loved looking for shells on the beach and caught her first shark surf fishing. She loved her trip to New York and Branson, Missouri. Betty’s favorite sport was Iowa State men’s basketball. Even if they didnt have the best season to her they were still the best.

Betty is survived by her three children, Sandra (David) Henninger, Cynthia (Rich) Cooper, James Edward (Lindsey) Pepper; 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Betty preceded by her parents, Edward and Ella Bass; brothers, Dick Bass, George Bass and Jack Bass; sisters Mary Titone and Alice Upchurch; husband, James J and daughter, Janice J Perkovich. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to any Veterans charity of your choice or Saint Jude’s Chil- drens Hospital.

Online condolences may be made at www.StevensMemorialChapel.com Ronald Peters

September 4, 1938 – June 17, 2019

Ron Peters, born September 4, 1938 passed away on June 17, 2019 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple System Atrophy. Ron grew up in Manning Iowa, the son of Henry and Esther Peters. He and his sister Betty helped his parents in what started as the Peters Tavern, known as the largest horseshoe bar west of the Mississippi, and eventually became the Corner Café. He met his future wife Jen while in high school, as he captured her heart with his infectious smile and pretty blue eyes. The high school sweethearts married after Jen finished her degree at AIB and looked forward to their new life together.

The first in his family to attend college, Ron attended the University of Iowa where he completed both his undergrad and graduate work in Physiological Psychology. Upon graduation he received an offer to teach at Iowa State. They moved to Ames and into their first little home on Arizona Avenue in 1963. Though they had their first daughter Kris, the one that looks like her Mom, while still in Iowa City, they welcomed their second daughter Kari in Ames. And she is the one that looks like her Dad.

The family flourished while in Ames. Ron and Jen built the home that they would live in for the next 50 years on Northbrook Circle while their girls attended Ames schools and eventually Iowa State. Both girls had their Dad for Psych 101 but that was about as far as it went with passing down the scientific gene. Ron loved his research and teaching and his students loved him. He received many awards during his 45 years teaching at Iowa State. Avid Cyclone fans, they held season tickets to both football and basketball games until just recently. With a wonderful group of friends they had the best tailgate one could find under the C6 sign in the Hilton parking lot. Ron and the family loved spending their summer vacation camping and fishing in the mountains of Colorado or Wyoming or wherever their trailer might take them. He was an enthusiastic fly fisherman and spent many a day on the river with his favorite fishing buddy. The same buddy who helped him perfect their famous margarita recipe. He was also particularly fond of his granddaughter, Emme, who Kris had adopted in 1999 from Kazakhstan. He morphed into the role of Papa easily and she loved him dearly.

Due to Ron’s illness, he and Jen chose to move to Green Hills Retirement Community in 2017. They have enjoyed the new friends they have met there and appreciate the care that all the wonderful staff has provided for both of them. Jen, Kris, Kari, and Emme will miss their favorite Papa greatly but are so grateful for the wonderful husband, father and grandfather he was and how he took such good care of “his girls”. Ronald Peters September 4, 1938 – June 17, 2019

Tribute by Psychology Department Chair, Susan Cross

Ron Peters – Professor of Psychology, retired 2004. President, Faculty Senate (1995–1996) Ron was awarded LAS Distinguished Service Award in 1999; ISU Alumni Association Faculty Citation in 2000; LAS Excellence in Teaching Award in 1989; and many others. Dr. Peter’s classes were known for being engaging, and challenging. Ron loved communicating the science of human behavior to college students and challenging them to apply it to their own lives and work.

Tribute by Veronica Dark, Professor of Psychology, emeritus

Ron Peters was an excellent teacher/educator and a Professor of Psychology when he retired in 2004. He was hired as a assistant professor in 1963, a new PhD from U of Iowa. The department hired him as a lecturer in 2004 after he retired so that he could continue teaching Psych 101. He continued teaching until 2009.

For many, many years, he was the lead instructor in psychology 101. The course was (and maybe still is) taught in Kildee auditorium every Tues and Thurs morning at 7:30, 8:50, and 11:00 am. Although sometimes the 7:30 am section ONLY had 300 students, the two later sections typically were full at 385 students each. Each of 3 or 4 psychology faculty taught all three sections for about 4 weeks of the semester. As I noted, Ron went first. Whomever went second would always complain that their teaching ratings suffered because students compared them to Ron. I always thought it was whining, until I was the person who followed Ron! He set the student engagement bar so high that none of us were able to come close. Ron was recognized at all levels of the university for teaching excellence, but the best recognition came from the students themselves. Whenever I’d walk across campus with Ron, every other student we met would say “Hi, Dr. Peters”; their faces revealed pleasure and respect. THAT is the mark of a truly excellent educator. Sara (Sally) Peterson August 23, 1926 – November 17, 2019

Sara Rohrer Peterson died peacefully Nov. 17, 2019, in her Sonoma residence, with her daughters at her side. She was 93. She was born Sara Louise Rohrer on Aug. 23, 1926, to Sara Grove Rohrer and Robert Augustus Barr Rohrer in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Known as Sally, she attended James Buchanan School until 6th grade, and then Shippen/Lancaster Country Day through high school.

Entering Vassar College in 1944, Sally graduated in 1947, (Class of ’48) with a BA in Zoology. An enthusiastic supporter of athletics, she competed on both the school’s field hockey and lacrosse teams.

Upon graduation, she moved to Long Island, New York, having accepted a position as a research assistant at the Carnegie Institute, also known as the Long Island Biological Laboratory, in Cold Spring Harbor. It was an early hub of life sciences exploration, especially in genetics research. Working in the Bruce Wallace Lab, she met another young scientist, Peter A. Peterson, whom she’d marry in 1948.

Sally and Peter moved in 1949 to the University of Illinois, Champaign–Urbana campus, where they both began graduate studies. Sally was also a Teaching Assistant in the Biology Dept. and received her Mas- ters Degree in Botany. During their time in Champaign, their two daughters, Sara and Susan, were born.

The family of four moved to California, where Peter was a geneticist at the University of California River- side’s Citrus Experiment Station. In 1956, the family moved to Ames, Iowa. Sally subsequently began work with the Iowa State University Film Production Unit to develop single concept films on plant anatomy and physiology. Peter took a faculty position in the Agronomy Department, where his genetics research focused on corn as a medium for the study of the mechanics of heredity via generational trait transfer. After living in Sweden in 1968 while Peter was on sabbatical at the Karolinska Institute, Sally returned to school, in the University of Iowa’s Library Science Graduate Program in Iowa City, receiving her second Masters’ Degree.

She then accepted the position of Director of the Veterinary Medical Library at Iowa State. In that role, she actively assisted both faculty and students until she retired. As she was hired during the design & construction of the new Veterinary Medicine Campus, she helped define the goals of the new facility, and curated the collection, ranging from Biology and Biochemistry to Veterinary and Comparative Medicine. She also established the strategy for automated retrieval. Sara (Sally) Peterson August 23, 1926 – November 17, 2019

Active with the Medical Library Association, she helped establish the Veterinary Medical Libraries Group within it, serving as chair. Sally was engaged in the Ames community in many ways, including Play Makers, PTA and Fortnightly. She was a fan of gardening, nature walks, swimming and cross–country skiing. She and Peter traveled extensively, both nationally and internationally, visiting many scientific institutions and universities for their research. Upon Peter’s retirement in 2013, they moved to Sonoma, California, to be near their daughters, Sara, a lawyer, and Susan, an architect.

Sally lived a long and healthy life. She is pre–deceased by Peter (2017) and is survived by her daughters, Sara Peterson of Sonoma and San Francisco, and Susan Peterson St. Francis of Sonoma; Susan’s husband, Raymond St. Francis; and their two sons, Adrian and Theo St. Francis. The family mailing address is P. O. Box 1446, Sonoma, CA 95476 Lois Pies

August 11, 1930 – May 10, 2018

Lois Pies, 87, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018. Services will be held 10:30 am Monday, May 14, 2018, at St. Malachy’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery.

Lois was born in Carroll County, IA, to Peter and Mamie (Walsh) Kult. She married Kenneth Pies; they enjoyed 64 years together.

She worked at the local pharmacy and the ISU Library. She was a member of St. Malachy’s, volunteered at Greater Love Ministries and in the community.

Lois is survived by her husband, Kenneth Pies; daughters, Denise (Steve) Hiveley of Madrid, IA, Carla Pies of Iowa City, IA; grandchildren, Kenneth (Courtney) Hiveley, Erin (Adam) Brown; great–grandchildren, Aliyah, Gianna, Ella, and Vivienne. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings. Allan Potter

May 9, 1930 – May 8, 2019

Allan George Potter, 88, of Spokane, Wash., passed away on May 8, 2019, surrounded by family. He was born to parents Lenora and Waldean Potter on May 9, 1930, in Frankfort, Kan. Allan graduated from Frankfort High School and received a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University.

He went on to earn masters and doctorate degrees in electrical engineering from Iowa State University. During his career Allan conducted research in the biomedical field, specifically in the development of a hand brace for quadriplegic individuals operated by electricity generated by a person’s own nervous system. Later, his interests turned to alternative energy sources; solar and wind. He was a member of a number of engineering honorary societies, organizations and university committees.

Allan married Carolyn Bernice Samuelson in 1952, who survives him. In the years after their marriage, he also worked outside of academia as an engineer for Honeywell and Magnavox companies. Allan joined the U.S. Army ending up in the Signal Corps and worked as a wire officer, reaching the rank of first lieutenant.

Allan had many hobbies. He was an avid archer. He hunted deer with a bow, because he felt, rather than use a gun, it was the fair thing to do. More than archery, though, was his love of fishing. Allan went on countless trips which revolved around the sport.

He was an accomplished singer, a tenor. He sang in his church choir and also with a barbershop group. He was, for 60 years an active member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Ames, and a board member of the Lutheran Student Center in Ames. Allan had a big heart and was charitable to others, giving where needed and volunteering when asked. He lived his faith.

After retirement, he and Carolyn traveled widely within the U.S. and overseas and enjoyed frequent visits to children and grandchildren in the Midwest and on the West Coast. Allan appreciated the adventure of a trip, but always loved returning back to his home in Ames. He and Carolyn developed deep and lasting ties to friends in their neighborhood, church and professions.

Allan is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carolyn; son, Mark and wife, Nancy; daughter, Susan, and husband, Dennis; son, Ted, and wife, Anna; and brother, Dean; as well as 10 grandchildren and nine great–grandchildren.

Allan was predeceased by parents Lenora and Waldean Potter, and brother Don Potter.

The memorial service will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, May 13, at Riverview Retirement Community Chap- el. Donations may be made to St. Andrews Lutheran Church Choir, c/o St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 209 Colorado Ave., Ames, IA, 50014, or to the charity of your choice. R. Rajagopalan

December 3, 1953 – March 19, 2021

Ames resident and Iowa State University Professor Dr. R Ganesh Rajagopalan passed away peacefully March 19, 2021 at his family home.

Private family services were held.

Dr. Rajagopalan was born in Uttiramerur, Tamil Nadu, India. He was the first child of V. Raman and R. Anandavalli, and was raised in Tamil Nadu by his parents and grandparents. In his youth, he excelled in mathematics, flute, and chess. As the oldest of his generation, he had a large part in raising his siblings with love and adoration. A lifelong learner, he began his studies in Aerospace Engineering at Madras Institute of Technology and continued studying Aerospace at the Indian Institute of Science, where he received a Master of Science. He was the first in his family to emigrate from India when he joined the doctoral program in Aerospace Engineering at West Virginia University. While still a doctoral student, he married his wife, Rs Nappinnai. After paving the way in a new country, they welcomed their siblings and opened doors for their family – a legacy for generations to come.

After receiving his Ph.D. in 1984, Dr. Rajagopalan joined the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Iowa State University. He had a great passion for his work, often commenting that he found it relaxing. His research interests included computational fluid dynamics (CFD), simulation of flow through rotors, aerodynamics of helicopters and wind turbines, and wind energy conversion. He took tremendous pride in nurturing his graduate students, holding them to the highest standards of excellence. He was an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a lifetime member of the Vertical Flight Society as a Gold Circle member (which recognizes pioneers and leaders in the helicopter industry) since 1985. Dr. Rajagopalan also founded and led Sukra Helitek, Inc, an engineering consulting firm focused on computational fluid dynamics, supporting clients across the commercial aerospace industry and in the U.S. Government. He was responsible for a number of unique contributions in the field.

In 2017, Dr. Rajagopalan was honored with the NASA Exceptional Technology Achievement Medal, which is among the most prestigious awards that a civilian can receive from that organization, reflecting a career filled with outstanding contributions to its mission. He truly enjoyed his work which he focused on diligently and enthusiastically until his last days.

In the Hindu community, Dr. Rajagopalan was a devoted and valued member, providing expert consulta- tion and leadership in the design and construction of several temples throughout the U.S. He was ground- ed in his faith and found peace and connection in building community. R. Rajagopalan December 3, 1953 – March 19, 2021

Throughout his life, Dr. Rajagopalan relished in his family life, taking care to provide the best environment, education, and opportunities to his siblings, daughters, nieces, nephews, and grandchildren. He was a doting father who took pride in delivering advanced mathematics lessons to his two girls, and later, in introducing chess to his young grandson.

Dr. Rajagopalan is survived by his wife, Rs Nappinnai of Ames; daughter, Pavithra Rajagopalan, her husband Dustin Counsell and grandson, Tarak Counsell of Boston, MA; daughter, Dr. Supraja Rajagopalan of Boston, MA; and his large, close–knit extended family.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left to Dr. Rajagopalan’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com.

The Department of Aerospace Engineering (AerE) and Iowa State University College of Engineering are mourning the death of Professor R. Ganesh Rajagopalan, who passed away March 19.

A highly regarded researcher, he was responsible for unique contributions to rotorcraft, wind energy systems, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). He and his students have made significant and wide–ranging contributions to the field of CFD.

He was an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a lifetime member of the Vertical Flight Society (formerly American Helicopter Society) as a Gold Circle member (which recognizes pioneers and leaders in the helicopter industry) since 1985. He also received the Alfred Gessow Forum Best Paper Award at the organization’s Forum 61 in 2005.

He was a technical consultant for numerous corporate interests and a reviewer of archival journals for many publications.

Rajagopalan joined the Iowa State AerE faculty in 1985 as an assistant professor and was promoted to associate professor in 1991 and professor in 2001. He was recently recognized by Iowa State’s 25–Year Club for his 35 years of service to the university.

Prior to joining the AerE department faculty he was a lecturer, teaching fellow and research assistant at West Virginia University, where he received his Ph.D. in aerospace engineering in 1984. He received an M.S. in aerospace engineering from the Indian Institute of Science in 1978, a B.S. in aeronautical engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology in 1976 and a B.S. in mathematics from Madras University in 1973.

Rajagopalan was a dedicated teacher of aerospace engineering and shared his knowledge in a wide range of subject matter that included aerodynamics, gas dynamics, computational fluid dynamics, aircraft performance and flight dynamics, and wind energy, and he made major technical contributions the field of wind energy. R. Rajagopalan December 3, 1953 – March 19, 2021

He has been credited with numerous research citations, more than 70 research publications, 18 journal articles, and more than 50 conference papers from events around the world. He was principal investigator, co–principal investigator or investigator on more than 30 grant–supported research projects.

Rajagopalan graduated 37 Ph.D. and M.S. students and taught numerous undergraduate and graduate–level courses during his time in Iowa State AerE.

Due to COVID–19 precautions, there will be no public visitation and a private memorial ceremony will be held. Further information will be published on the Department of Aerospace Engineering Facebook and Twitter (@ISU_AERE) pages as it becomes available. Connie Rasmussen

May 5, 1933 – February 10, 2020

Connie Ann Rasmussen, 86, passed away on February 10, 2020 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. The family will receive friends on Saturday February 15 from 10:30 to 12 noon at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames. There will be a luncheon at 12 noon at the Ames American Legion. Burial will be at a later date at Story Memorial Gardens in Ames.

Connie was born to Elmer and Faye (Kuhn) Hagen and was one of six children. She married Arlen (Gus) Rasmussen in 1953 and the raised three children. Connie’s children are Linda (Paul) Fisher of Story City, Fred (Ann) Rasmussen of Ames Arlen Jr. of Lincoln, NE. She has six grandchildren; Curtiss (Desiree) Fish- er, Kyla (Bill) Moore, Devin Rasmussen, Cole Rasmussen, Alyssa (Joe) Barton and Paige Rasmussen and eight great grandchildren.

Connie worked in her earlier years at Collegiate Manufacturing in Ames and in 1970 started working for Iowa State University, first in printing and later as supply keeper for the Home Economics Department and was working there until her retirement in 1999.

She was a 58 year member of the Ames American Legion Post 37 and served as president and many other positions and committees over the years. She enjoyed league bowling, traveling when she could and keeping her family close, by serving dinner at her tiny home for the whole family every Sunday for many years until her health issues made it impossible to continue.

She is survived by her children, her sister Alberta Kennedy of Kelly, sister, Eleanor (John) Lamberts and many nieces, nephews and treasured friends. Cleve Redmond

November 11, 1957 – May 31, 2020

Cleve Robert Redmond passed away on May 31 from a biking accident in Salt Lake City, UT. Cleve was born in Gainesville, FL on Nov. 11, 1957. He moved to Ames, IA when he was four, and graduated from Ames High School in 1975. He stayed in Ames to attend Iowa State University where he received his BS in Statistics and Psychology, and went on to earn his PhD in Sociology at ISU.Cleve spent the majority of his career at ISU working on prevention– focused research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health. He had colleagues from across the country who looked to him to provide guidance on the best ways to conduct their research studies and has contributed to numerous journal articles, conference presentations, and book chapters.

Cleve Robert Redmond passed away on May 31 from a biking accident in Salt Lake City, Utah. Cleve was a faculty member at Iowa State University for more than 25 years, where was a lead investigator on numerous projects focused on the prevention of substance abuse in teens. In partnership with Dick Spoth, with whom he worked for nearly 30 years, Cleve oversaw important prevention projects at Iowa State University, including the Capable Families and Youth Project, which provided the inspiration for the longstanding PROSPER collaboration between Penn State and Iowa State. He worked closely with many colleagues at Penn State on the ongoing PROSPER project since 2001.

Cleve was a great friend and colleague, always willing to listen to and help others. His shy demeanor hid a quick wit and great sense of humor. He will be missed very much by his Penn State friends. James Redmond

July 14, 1949 – May 11, 2020

James Ronald Redmond of Maple Grove, MN, passed away on May 11th, 2020 at the age of 91. He was born in Cincinnati, OH on July 14th, 1928. In 1949, Jim met and married Eleanor ‘Norie’ Hausfeld, also of Cincinnati, and the couple moved to California where Jim obtained his PhD in Zoology from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1954.

After serving two years in the Army, Jim secured his first teaching position at the University of Florida. He left Gainesville in 1962 for a faculty position in the Zoology Department at Iowa State University in Ames, where he stayed until his retirement in 1993. Jim served as acting department head for one year but when asked to take it on permanently, he declined because he didn’t want to give up teaching.

While at ISU, his research on marine invertebrates took him all over the world, including Antarctica, Ber- muda, the Philippines, and Europe. A few of his academic highlights include being elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in 1983, chosen as an ISU Outstanding Teacher in 1990, and becoming Professor Emeritus of Zoology in 1993. During his career he published numerous scientific papers, including one that appeared in Who’s Who in America.

Once retired, Jim had more time to pursue his two passions—travel and photography. He and Norie visited many of the U.S. National Parks, the South Pacific, Africa, and the Galapagos Islands. He loved taking pictures during their travels, as well as photographing family, friends, and cats. Jim especially enjoyed sharing his photos with others and talking about their many adventures.

Jim was a very kind and thoughtful person, with a wonderful sense of humor. He was highly regarded in the science community and loved by his family and friends. He will be dearly missed. Jim was preceded in death by his wife and survived by his children Cleve (Lisa) and Jill (Greg), his grandchildren Luke and Leah, his sister Joyce, and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry Reed

October 19, 1933 – January 7, 2020

Larry Reed, age 86, of the Accura Healthcare of Ames and formerly of Boone, died at Accura in Ames on January 7, 2020.

Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (281 Spruce Lane) northeast of Boone. Pastor Michael R. Standfest will officiate and burial, with Military Honors conducted by the Boone Veterans Council, will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Larry Gene Reed, was born in Angus, Iowa on October 19, 1933, the son of Mearl and Ada (Keenan) Reed. He graduated from Woodward High School in Woodward, Iowa in 1953. Larry then served with the United States Army during the Korean War.

On August 9, 1957, Larry married Mary Ann Hasstedt at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, northeast of Boone.

Larry worked as a custodian at Boone High School, Madrid High School, and at Iowa State University, where he retired in 1993. He enjoyed fishing, watching television especially westerns, listening to old country music, and his dogs.

He is preceded in death by his parents. Larry is survived by his wife, Mary of Boone; a son, Mearl Reed of Boone; a daughter, Jean (Ted) Loper of Indianapolis, Indiana; four grandchildren, Patrick Reed of Boone, Ross (Megan) Reed of Ogden, Violet (Grant) Short and Nathan Loper, both of Indianapolis, Indiana; two great grandchildren, Harlow and Emery Short.

Friends may call at the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall, on Friday from 4 until 8 p.m. where the family will be present from 6 until 8 p.m. Visitation on Saturday, will be at the Church from 10 a.m. until service time.

In memory of Larry, memorials may be directed to the family.

Tribute by his wife, Mary Reed:

Larry Reed was a custodian at the physical plant for 10 years. He really enjoyed his time at ISU and made some really good friends. Nancy Reilly

December 12, 1953 – September 22, 2020

Nancy Jane (Hespen) Reilly, 66, of Ames, Iowa, passed away from complications of primary progressive aphasia on September 22, 2020.

Friends may call from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2020 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Avenue, Ames. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Sep- tember 29 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 2210 Lincoln Way, Ames, with Father Kyle Digmann officiating. Due to COVID, masks are required and social distancing will be practiced. Burial and a time for sharing will be at the Ontario Cemetery in Ames following the service. There will be a link to view the livestream of the Mass and graveside service by going to www.adamssoderstrum.com and clicking on Nancy’s tribute wall.

Nancy was born on December 12, 1953, in Grinnell, Iowa, to William and Elizabeth (Montgomery) Hespen. She graduated from Gilbert High School in 1972 and was the valedictorian of her class. In 1973, she and Terry Reilly were married and made their home on an acreage near Ames. Together they maintained a small grain and livestock operation while raising their four children: Mary, Brenda, Lon and Patty. Nancy was a tireless worker as Terry’s partner on their farm. From walking beans and shelling corn to milking the cow, from weaning pigs to tending the family garden and helping the kids with 4–H projects, she did it all.

One of Nancy’s many talents was cake decorating. She honed her craft for several years working in a local bakery before deciding to open her own cake business, which she ran out of her home kitchen. She had a vivid imagination, a keen eye for design, an amazing knack for solving problems on the fly, and a strong, steady hand. Nancy had creativity in spades, allowing her to see each cake project through from conception to completion, with stunning results. This kept her quite busy with orders ranging from hand–sketched, air–brushed kids’ birthday and graduation cakes to exquisite, multi–tiered, rolled fondant wedding cakes. There wasn’t an order she couldn’t fill nor an expectation she didn’t exceed.

In 1999, Nancy chose to pursue higher education in business. She graduated from Iowa State University in 2003 with a B.S. degree in business management. She worked in data management for the pork industry and then as an associate at an investment firm. After several years, she returned to her true calling: the kitchen. She worked as a cook at UDCC, one of Iowa State University’s busy student dining centers, until 2015 when her health condition forced early retirement. She loved interacting with the college students and enjoyed seeing her grandsons, Adam and Coy, when they became ISU students. Nancy Reilly December 12, 1953 – September 22, 2020

Nancy was upbeat and enjoyed talking with all kinds of people. She never knew a stranger. Her beautiful smile and laugh were defining and second only to her sense of empathy and generosity. She had a kind and humble heart endearing her to all who knew her. She drew this from her strong Christian faith which she practiced daily. Always focused on others and their comfort, she took pleasure in brightening someone’s day and lessening a burden. If she knew of someone—anyone—in need, she was there to help in any capacity. She invited international college students to family gatherings over holiday breaks so they wouldn’t be lonely and housed people in need. She visited friends and family in nursing homes regularly, took home–cooked meals and cakes to neighbors grieving or celebrating. She acknowledged the smallest of gifts with a thank you card penned in her beautiful cursive handwriting. She kept gifts on hand to give on short notice. Nancy radiated joy and had a great sense of humor.

Most of all, Nancy was a loving mother and grandmother and a devoted wife. She loved spending time with her kids and grandkids in their various interests and activities. She took an incredible number of photos while attending countless concerts, sporting events, and family holiday gatherings. Get–togethers will not be the same without her and she will be greatly missed by her many friends and family.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Laurie, and brother, William. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Terry; her children, Mary Reilly, Brenda (Shannon) Baker, Lon Reilly, and Patty (Tim) Vogel; her sisters, Susan and Sandra Hespen and brother Howard (Judy) Hespen; eleven grandchildren: Adam, Jenna, and Lauren Matthews; Coy (Tori) Baker, Reilly, Allison, and Trent Baker; Leah, Casey, Anna, Lindsey Vogel; and three great– grandchildren: Sullivan, Stetson, and Sutton Baker.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left to Nancy’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers and remembrance of Nancy’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made in her memory to The Association of Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD). https://www.theaftd.org/support–aftds–mission/ Or by mail to: AFTD, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA, 19406 Mary Reinitz

October 23, 1941 – November 13, 2020

Mary J. Reinitz, 79, of Davenport, IA, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020, at Good Samaritan Society. A private graveside service will take place at Oakwood Cemetery in Belle Plaine, MN, with a Memorial Service to be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to Genesis Hospice and the Audubon Soci- ety. Online condolences may be expressed at www.weertsfh.com

Mary was born October 23, 1941, to Edward and Olga (Panning) Young in rural Belle Plaine, MN. She graduated from Belle Plaine High School and earned her Bachelor’s in Science from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. On June 8, 1963, Mary was united in marriage to Roger David Reinitz in Belle Plaine. Together they had two children, Eric and Jeff.

Mary’s jobs included working for Honeywell in Michigan, volunteering for Army Community Services at Kreuzberg Kaserne in Zweibrücken, Germany, and working as a bookkeeper for ComputerLand and other businesses in the Quad Cities before retiring as a nutrition educator for Iowa State University Extension.

She was an avid birdwatcher and enjoyed bike riding and running. Mary ran the Bix for several years and when she couldn’t anymore she still continued volunteering there. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Davenport.

Mary will be missed by her sons, Eric (Lichen) Reinitz of Silverton, Oregon and Jeff (Julie) Reinitz of Waterloo, IA; her grandchildren, Kaden, Kylie and Raven; a brother, Virgil (Jan) Young of Mesa, AZ; and a sister, Janelle (Steve) Breitbarth of Hibbing, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Roger, in 2014. Mary Ann Rich

May 15, 1929 – July 19, 2019

Mary Ann Rich, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on July 19, 2019. Funeral services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home at 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, Iowa on Wednesday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 1:00–2:00 pm.

Mary was born on May 15, 1929 in Spokane, Washington to Joseph and Elizabeth Platt. She was one of ten children. Mary’s father passed away when she was only 9, but her mother was a wonderful role model with strong faith. She imparted her work ethic to her kids who helped in countless ways as they grew up. Mary had many stories of babysitting her younger siblings. One of them involved the lot of them hiding under the dining room table during a thunder storm praying the rosary—and, when thunder struck, for mama to come home.

She was proud of her time as a cook at Iowa State University where she worked for 25 years. Things changed over the years from making everything from scratch to popping prepared foods into the oven. But she always enjoyed working with the students and talking about their antics.

She had many interests in her life, and just as one waned she picked up another. She enjoyed bowling and was still in a league into her 80s. Her children and grandchildren were the recipients of a variety of crafts including crochet, tatting, coasters, Barbie furniture and nativity scenes made of cross stitch on plastic weave. She loved spending time with family, jigsaw puzzles (both physical and electronic), reading, travel, and playing Bunco with her buddies.

She is remembered fondly for her spirit of adventure, always eager to try new things whether walking in fog so dense you could hardly see, flying overseas for the first time ever all by herself when she was 65, or just seeing a new movie—any movie at all!

Mary made friends easily and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Whether it was the staff at the Hy–Vee pharmacy, her good friends at the building in which she lived, or her crew at the cardio–pulmonary rehabilitation sessions, they all said the same thing, “We just love her—she is a lot of fun!” This spring she traveled by herself on a plane to Phoenix to visit her daughter, granddaughter and great grandsons. She had a wonderful time, but she couldn’t stop talking about her upcoming 90th birthday party and meeting her newest great grandson, Liam. She enjoyed both of those events tremendously. Mary Ann Rich May 15, 1929 – July 19, 2019

Family who celebrate Mary’s life are her children, Katherine Hugen, Marilyn Rich, Barb (Forrest) Corson, Chuck (Holly) Rich, Julie (Joe) Seidlin, and Christine (Tim) Rodgers; grandchildren, Randy (July) Hugen, Kathy (Henry) Melcher, Amanda (Cory) Long, Elizabeth (Manuel López) Corson, Joshua Rodgers, Stephen (Cheryl) Rodgers, Lena (Teague) Ribbey, Taylor Rich, Henry Seidlin, Ashley (Steve) Bryant, Grace (Austin) Cisna, Jon- athan Rich, Sarah Rich, and Daniel Rich; great– grandchildren, Keira, Lily, Blake, Cade, Avia, Walter, Franklin, and Liam; and siblings, Mike Platt, Rose Sprout, and Sister Mary Herman Platt.

She was preceded in death by daughters, Margaret and Lucy, parents, and siblings, Frances Platt, Matt Platt, Martha Leek, Leo Platt, Herman Platt, and Clem Platt.

Mary was loved by all of her family and friends and will be missed. Helen Ritland

September 14, 1921 – May 6, 2020

Helen Elizabeth Ritland passed away on May 6, 2020 at The Households of Bethany in Story City.

Helen was born on September 14, 1921 to Carl and Tillie (Birkeland) Jacobson in Roland. She graduated from Roland High School in 1939. On March 25, 1944 she married Earl Ritland, also of Roland. Together they raised three children on their farm south of Roland.

In addition to being a homemaker Helen worked for several years as the cook for the Roland Kiwanis Club. Later she took on a full–time job as a baker at Iowa State University, where she worked until her retirement. At ISU she really enjoyed working with and serving the college students who were but a few years younger than her kids.

Helen was a lifelong member of the Bergen Lutheran Church having been baptized and confirmed in the church. She was an active participant in Ladies Aid for many years and as such was always ready and willing to assist in any way she could.

She enjoyed baking, cooking, helping out at Bergen, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. After retirement she and Earl enjoyed traveling to a wide variety of destinations, including Califor- nia, Europe, Central America and the Caribbean.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband Earl, brothers Amos Jacobson and Carroll Jacobson, sisters Ella Thompson and Florence Christian, and sons–in–law Lyle Moeller and Tom Ossenbeck. She is survived by her daughter Nancy Moeller of Boone, sons David Ritland of Edina, Minnesota and Roger Ritland of San Francisco, California, grandsons Matthew (Johnna) Moeller of Ellsworth, Brian Moeller of Boone, and Nathan Moeller of Boone, and granddaughter Sara Moeller of Boone.

Following a graveside service conducted by Lay Minister John Sheahan of Bergen Lutheran Church, Helen will be interred in the Roland Cemetery, next to the former Jacobson farm where she was born and raised. Frank Rizzo

April 20, 1938 – April 11, 2020

Frank J. Rizzo Jr., age 81, of Ames, passed away peacefully in the company of his family, on April 11, 2020 at Green Hills Retirement Community Health Care Center, in Ames, IA.

Due to COVID–19, a memorial service will be held at a later date, an announcement to follow.

Frank was born April 20, 1938 to Frank J. Rizzo Sr. and Marie (Scarnavack) Rizzo in Chicago, IL. After graduating from St. Rita’s High School in Chicago in 1956, Frank earned a bachelor’s degree in Civil En- gineering (1960) and a master’s degree in Engineering Mechanics (1962) from the University of Illinois in Champaign, IL.

On June 9, 1962, Frank was united in marriage to Mary Louise Davis, of St. Louis, MO, in Champaign, IL. While earning his PhD in Engineering Mechanics at the University of Illinois, in Champaign (1964), Mary gave birth to their two sons, Robert Christopher (b. 1963) and Russell Frank (b. 1964). Frank accepted a faculty position in Engineering Mechanics at the University of Washington, in Seattle, WA, in 1964. He then went on to become a professor of Engineering Mechanics at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY for 21 years, from 1966 to 1987. Mary gave birth to their daughter, Kristen Marie (b. 1966) in Lexing- ton, KY. In 1987, Frank and Mary moved to Ames, IA, where Frank became chairman of the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Iowa State University. Frank retired as a faculty member from Iowa State University in 2000.

After retirement, Frank remained active in Ames, teaching ‘College for Seniors,’ for many years. Frank was a lifelong avid fisherman and a great lover of the outdoors, especially in northern MN, where Frank and Mary built a retirement home in 2000, traveling back and forth between Orr, MN and Ames for fifteen years.

Frank is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary; his children, Robert (Elizabeth) Rizzo of Huntington, NY, Russ (Debra) Rizzo of Woodbury, MN, and Kristen Anguiano of Quincy, IL; and his grandchildren, Ma- rina, Linnea, Lucia, Timothy, and Charlotte.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Marie Rizzo.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left to Frank’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Iowa State University Foundation or to the Mayo Clinic. Frank Rizzo April 20, 1938 – April 11, 2020

Tribute by John Burnett–Larkins, Communication Specialist III, Engineering College Relations, Iowa State University Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

Frank J. Rizzo Jr., a former faculty member in Iowa State’s Department of Aerospace Engineering and chair in engineering mechanics, has passed away at the age of 81. Due to COVID–19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Originally from Chicago, Rizzo received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (1960), a master’s degree in theoretical and applied mechanics (1962) and a Ph.D. in theoretical and applied mathematics (1964) from University of Illinois. He was a faculty member in engineering mechanics at University of Washington and University of Kentucky, where he remained for 21 years.

From 1987–1989 Rizzo was a professor and chair of the Department of Engineering Science and Mechan- ics at Iowa State University, which was later combined with the Department of Aerospace Engineering. He returned to the University of Illinois as professor and head of the Department of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from 1989–1991; and then in a second stint at Iowa State was a professor of aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics and member of the Center for Nondestructive Evaluation from 1992 until his retirement in 2001. He then held the title of professor emeritus in the Department of Aerospace Engineering. He was a resident of Green Hills Retirement Community in Ames, Iowa at the time of his death.

Rizzo was noted as a researcher in the subject of boundary element method (BEM), a numerical computational method of solving linear partial differential equations which have been formulated as integral equations. The method is influential in the study of fluid mechanics, acoustics, electromagnetics, fracture -me chanics, and contact mechanics.

He authored more than 100 published research papers during his career and provided more than 50 present- er and guest lecturer appearances at both academic and industrial venues around the nation.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Adams Funeral Home of Ames, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Iowa State University Foundation or to the Mayo Clinic. A full obituary, online condolences and memorial contribution information can be found on the mortuary web site. Roxana Robertson

December 6, 1922 – October 15, 2019

Roxana Ruth Robertson of Ames, was born December 6, 1922, in Saratoga, CA. She attended Campbell High School, Campbell, CA, where she met the love of her life, Donald S. Robertson. She married Don on September 13, 1942.

They were blessed with three children and made their home in California until 1957. After Don found a position in the Genetics department at Iowa State University, the family relocated to central Iowa, where they would remain.

Roxana was a loving wife, dedicated mother and grandmother, who devoted her life to her family and helping others. She accepted the free gift of eternal life at the age of 24 after hearing a sermon based on three chapters in Romans. She was a member of the First Evangelical Free Church in Ames, now called Christ Community Church, for over 50 years. She was active in Sunday school and benevolence programs most of her life and a committed friend to many international students and their families who are still friends to this day.

She was preceded in death by her parents (Robert Sidensol and Ethyl (Voyle) Sidensol), brother (Robert), sister (Phyllis), husband, two sons (Mark and Bill), and one granddaughter (Jessica Sommers). Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Leanne Alexander (Jerry), three beloved grandchildren, John (Debbie) Alexander, Laura Alexander and Sam Robertson, three great grandchildren (and one more on the way), extended family in California, and many, many friends.

Roxana is being interred at Ames Municipal Cemetery with immediate family only attending. A memorial service is being held at Christ Community Church, 5501 GW Carver Ave., Ames, IA, on Friday, October 25, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials gifts may be directed to Christ Community Church. Josephine Rosauer

February 15, 1935 – September 13, 2020

Josephine Lucy Rosauer, age 85 of Brookings, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020, at The Neigh- borhoods at Brookview. No Services are planned at this time.

Jo was born in Younkers, New York in 1935 and lived a long and joyous life. The majority of her life was divided between Ames, Iowa and the Allenspark area of Colorado. Jo, was an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University in Child Development, and throughout her life she was devoted to her family and community. In her later years, she refocused and refined her passion for family, friends and the outdoors in Colorado where she served as Volunteer Park Ranger at Rocky Mountain National Park, opening the doors to her cabin to all and thereby greatly extending the breadth of those she considered family. Jo was married, first to Elmer Rosauer in Ames and then Bill Buck in Allenspark.

She is survived by her daughter, Lucy Kephart and Lucy’s husband, Kevin Kephart; her son, Andrew Rosauer and his wife, Vera Rosauer, and her grandchildren (who she cherished above all): JoJo, Nan, Jonny, Abbey and Alex. She is welcomed in heaven by Elmer, Bill and her beloved son Jon, who preceded her there in 1993.

Jo had the uncanny ability to see the best in all things and we welcome all in celebrating her life—a life lived beautifully. William “Bill” Runyan June 24, 1931 – December 25, 2020

William Scottie (“Bill”) Runyan, 89, formerly of Ames, passed away on December 25, 2020, at Windsor Manor in Nevada, IA. Because of the COVID–19 pandemic, no services will be held.

He was born on June 24, 1931, in Merrill, WI, to Charles and Irene Ida (Rehwinkel) Runyan. He graduated from high school in Pyatt, Arkansas in 1949 and served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He received a BS degree and an MS degree in Microbiology from the University of Idaho, as well as a doctorate from Harvard University.

He married Jackie (Doyon) in 1954; two children, Laura and Grant, were born from this union. He later married Glendora Roche.

Bill was a faculty member in Food Science and Nutrition at Iowa State University for 24 years, retiring as a Professor in 1992.

Bill enjoyed being outdoors with friends and especially liked hunting, fishing and playing golf.

He is survived by his children, Grant (Emily) Runyan of Lake Villa, IL, and Laura Runyan, of Iowa City, IA; grandchildren, Sophia and Philip of Lake Villa, IL; sister, Sally Runyan of Shawnee, KS; former wife, Jackie Runyan of Ames, IA; stepson, Rick Roche of Tucson, AZ; and special friend, Rose Keltner of Nevada, IA.

Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Melton and by Glendora Roche Runyan. Dennis “Denny” Sailsbury September 24, 1942 – March 6, 2021

Dennis (Denny) Wayne Sailsbury, age 78, passed away at his Ames, IA home on March 6, 2021 surrounded by his family. A gathering of friends and family will be 4–6:00 p.m. Thursday, March 11, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way Ames, with a 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, graveside service at Ames Municipal Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required at both events.

Dennis was born in Ames, Iowa on September 24, 1942. He was the oldest of four children of Dale and Martha Sailsbury. He was a graduate of Ames High School and resided in Ames his entire life.

Dennis married Betty Borg, of Forest City, IA, on October 3, 1964. He had a passion for photography and worked at the Ames Laboratory as a photographer for over 40 years. He carried his passion of photography into his family vacations and holiday celebrations. He was heavily involved with his children’s (Hal, Eric, and Dan) activities. He rarely missed a practice or a game. He helped coached the sports teams they were involved in and was a cub scout leader for each of his three boys. He took many ski trips with his sons and grandchildren.

He was also devoted to his seven grandchildren (Chelsea, Alex, Jack, Roman, Calvin, Max, and Jonah). His grandkids had many overnights at grandpa and grandma’s house as they loved how he allowed them to stay up late to watch movies, eat chips and salsa, and make malts with grandpa. The morning always greeted the kids with his famous pancakes, as he was the only one that knew how to make them the “right way”.

He was a teacher at heart, as he loved teaching life skills to his kids and grandchildren on how to drive a boat, fish, camp, build wood working projects, and how to enjoy life.

Everyone knew Dennis as an avid RAGBRAI rider as he rode RAGBRAI for 27 years. After he decided not to ride anymore, he would provide support in transporting gear and setting up tents for his kids and grandkids when they would join the ride regularly.

Dennis was a staple in his involvement with Ames High School Football. During football season, for 40 years, you could find him on Friday nights volunteering his time at Ames High football games running the chains on the sidelines marking first downs. Because of his dedication and years of service, he received a distinguished service award from the Ames High School Athletic Department. Dennis “Denny” Sailsbury September 24, 1942 – March 6, 2021

Dennis loved camping. He took his family on numerous camping trips over the years and spent many years with his sons and grandchildren on canoe trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minneso- ta. In retirement, he worked part time at Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University as a jack of all trades. He spent many hours building displays, performing maintenance on equipment, and mentored many of the student workers. He was a member of the Golden K Kiwanis. Dennis never turned down an opportunity to try something new, because he was always a kid at heart.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Betty; son Hal (Dana) and their three children, Chelsea Bright (Isaac and greatgrandchild due May 27, 2021), Alex (fiancé Kiki Kramer), and Jack; son Eric (Margene) and their son Roman (fiancé Morgan Warbalow); son Dan (Megan) and their three sons Calvin, Max, and Jonah; his siblings Marilyn Smith of Jackson, MO, Paul of Ames, IA, and Glen of Dysart, IA. His parents, Dale and Martha, preceded Dennis’s passing. Angelina Salisbury Unknown – Unknown

No Known Obituary Maurice Salisbury December 1, 1931 – August 14, 2001

No Known Obituary Leo Schneider

February 5, 1925 – January 18, 2021

Leo Richard Schneider, age 95, of Ames, died Monday, January 18, 2021 at Northcrest Community. Born February 5, 1925, in Rock Island, Illinois, Leo was the son of Lawrence and Theresa (Oertel) Schnei- der. He graduated from Rock Island High School in 1942 and began studies at Iowa State College.

He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1944 and served in the Pacific theater during WWII. He subsequently attended officer training at the University of Nebraska but returned to Iowa State in 1946, where he met his enduring sweetheart, Betty Landkamer. At Iowa State, Leo was tapped into Cardinal Key honorary, served as chapter president of Delta Upsilon fraternity, and was a starter on the basketball team (earning varsity letters at both Iowa State and University of Nebraska). He graduated from Iowa State in 1949.

Leo and Betty were married on June 18, 1949, in Madison, Wisconsin. Following a summer–long honey- moon working in Glacier National Park, he continued his education at Washington State College, completing his master’s. Leo and Betty remained 15 years in Washington, where Leo taught and coached and their six children were born. In 1964 they moved to Ames, where Leo was a Professor in Physical Educa- tion at Iowa State University until his retirement in 1990. Leo’s life centered around faith and family. He was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.

Leo is survived by his wife of 71 years, Betty, and six children and spouses: Mark (Meg) of Boise, ID; Carl (Christine) of Dallas, OR; Larry of Silverton, OR; Frank (Gaynelle) of Thornton, CO; Martha (Jim) Fifield of Des Moines; and Paul (Adele) of Des Moines. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren: Aaron (Milana) Schneider, Beth (Jared) Schneider–Coulter, Matthew Schneider, Anna Schneider, Elizabeth Schneider, Joseph Schneider, Tara (Stan) Sorenson, Audrey (Caleb) Spear, Rachel Ingram, Amber Schneider, Lind- sey (Brian) Jungman, Emily Fifield (Karn Shah), John (Fidencio) Fifield–Perez, Joel Schneider, and Rachel Schneider; 14 great grandchildren; and brother–in–law James Landkamer. Leo is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Helen; brother, Carol; and grandson Benjamin Schneider. Bruce Schuller

December 24, 1946 – February 28, 2021

Bruce Schuller, age 74, of Boone, Iowa passed away on February 28th, 2021 in Cape Girardeau, MO.

He was born December 24, 1946 in West Bend, Iowa, son of Vincent Patrick and Mae (Zaugg) Schuller. He and Wanda Johnson were united in marriage on March 1, 1969.

Bruce worked as the business owner of Best Equipment Sales after retiring from farming. He also worked for Iowa State University at the Veterinary Diagnostic Lab. Bruce served his country proudly as a Special- ist 4 for the United States Army. Bruce was a proud member of the American Legion Post 0345 and was a member of the American Legion Riders motorcycle association Iowa chapter 37. One of Bruce’s favorite things was being a member of the Patriot Guard. He loved to ride his Gold Wing motorcycle with all the other veterans, and to give fellow veterans a proper and respectful send off.

He is survived by his wife Wanda Schuller of Boone, Iowa, one son Troy (Rhonda) Schuller of Evergreen, Colorado, two daughters Gina Schuller of Des Moines, Iowa, and Wendy (Cole) Johnson of Cuba City, Wisconsin, two grandchildren, Parker and Johanna Johnson; one sister (and brother in law) Cheree (Connie) McKinny of Van Buren, Arkansas, one brother in law, Lyle Larson of Mallard, Iowa, and one brother, Curtis, of California. He is also survived by his patriot guard and riding buddies Arlo and Roger.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Becky Larson who passed recently in October.

Tribute from the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab:

Bruce worked as the business owner of Best Equipment Sales after retiring from farming. He then brought his hard work ethic, positive attitude, great sense of humor and practical skills to work at the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (ISU VDL) for 10 years during a period of unprecedented growth in caseload at the lab. In addition to his duties in maintenance and quality assurance, Bruce loved to cook. He got great enjoyment out of feeding people and often took on the challenge of providing the meals for holiday celebrations for 150 plus people at the ISU VDL. A kinder, more generous man would be hard to find. A. Elaine 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 Bren- deland). 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 Exten- sion 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. Evelyn (Toni) Schwartz October 29, 1918 – December 14, 2018

On Dec. 14, 2018, Ten Mile Lake lost one of its most enthusiastic and loyal residents. Having just celebrated her 100th birthday in late October with family and friends from around the country, Evelyn (Toni) Schwartz passed away peacefully at her grandson’s home in Lakeville in the company of her beloved family.

Toni was born in 1918 and raised in Garner, Iowa—where she also met “the love of her life” Jim Schwartz on a blind date (with different partners.) Jim liked to mix his metaphors, noting that Toni was the catch of his lifetime.

Both Toni and Jim graduated Iowa State College (now University) and lived in several small towns throughout Iowa—Toni teaching school and Jim running the local newspaper–until interrupted by WWII. However, despite the close of the war, they continued a brutal battle—against Jim’s tuberculosis— reaching eventual cure in the early 50’s. From then on, they devoted their energies to radio, television and print journalism education at ISU in Ames. They were known as a team and Toni is still remembered by their students and colleagues for her hospitality and jazz piano at faculty parties.

Summer vacations through the 50’s always led the Schwartz’s north to the Minnesota lakes. Jim had fished Ten Mile as a youngster but our first family visit to Ten Mile was in 1953. After several years of searching the entirety of northern Minnesota for lake property, finally in 1960, Jim and Toni began to build their dream—a small modern cabin on Chariton Beach. For fifty years, that cabin was their oasis in God’s country with innumerable family and other visitors. Their passion for and dedication to Ten Mile and the goal of maintaining its pristine beauty was infectious.

Toni loved Ten Mile’s clear water, birds, wildflowers, woods and vistas. She could often be seen sailing or speeding out in the ski boat to one of Jim’s fishing spots to bring him a snack. In many ways, their vision and tireless efforts on behalf of Ten Mile still reverberate in the TMLA itself. It was a love that paid divi- dends.

After Jim’s death in 2011, Toni’s visits to the lake from Edina (their residence since 1982) became day trips only, but her curiosity and love for Ten Mile and the state of the world never subsided. Nor did her musical talents—as she performed for senior dances, funerals and many other gatherings to the ripe age of 98. She even played a bit of jazz at her 100th birthday party. Evelyn (Toni) Schwartz October 29, 1918 – December 14, 2018

Toni’s optimism and warmth continued to the end as well. She always saw the full half of the glass and her faith in God’s hopeful promises lit up her eyes and smile. She ran the race with style and grace and was ready to go…ready to be with Jim again.

Toni is survived by a loving family—including sons James Michael (Linda) and Jeffrey (Jeanne), grandchildren Nathan (Kristin), Jaclyn (Chris) Napier, Colin (Maggie), Lyndsey (Dave), Stephanie (Jeff) Herring, and great grandchildren Allison, Benjamin, Carolyn, Natalie, Jessica, Cooper James, Joelson, James, Miles, Scarlett, Savannah and Sadie.

All these and many more will miss Toni. Still, she lives on in our hearts. Submitted by James Michael Schwartz Mark Shamblin

July 20, 1954 – March 23, 2020

Harold Mark Shamblin, 65, of Hubbard, Iowa passed away at his home on Monday, March 23, 2020 from complications of COPD and diabetes.

A memorial service will be held at a later date with the assistance of Boeke Funeral Homes. Memorials may be directed to ISU in Ames.

Mark was born on July 20, 1954 in Sioux City, Iowa. He was the first–born child to William and Phyllis (Bachert) Shamblin. He grew up in Sioux City, Iowa. Mark graduated from East High School in Sioux City.

Later in life he found his calling as a Computer Support Specialist at Iowa State University Engineering Department. Most of his life career was spent at ISU where he retired two years ago.

He enjoyed troubleshooting computers for people, reading comic books, photography and gardening flowers and vegetables.

Mark is survived by one stepbrother Dennis (Cindy) Miller of Haynesville, Louisiana, half–sister Connie (Sharon) Miller of Sioux City, Iowa, half–sister Donette Spring of Simi Valley, California and half–brother Dean (Bethanie) Miller of Norfolk, Nebraska; along with many other relatives and friends.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather DeWayne Miller. Dennis Shannon

January 16, 1947 – March 31, 2021

Dennis Gale Shannon, 74, of Boone, Iowa passed away at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. He was born on January 16, 1947 in Harlan, Iowa, the son of Gale William and Dorothy Irene (Barry) Shannon.

On March 6, 1971, Dennis was united in marriage to Diane Gearhart at the United Methodist Church in Eagle Grove, Iowa. He grew up on a grain–livestock farm near Irwin, Iowa and graduated from Irwin High School in 1965. He then attended Iowa State University, earning a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Agronomy in 1969. He studied and worked at South Dakota State University where he received a Master’s of Science in Agron- omy, specializing in soils and irrigation. After graduation, the family moved to Manilla, Iowa where Denny joined his parents in their farming operation. In 1986, Denny accepted a position at Iowa State University as Manager of the ISU Research and Demonstration Farms, a career he excelled at for 26 years. Denny retired in 2013.

Denny was a member of the United Methodist Church, Habitat for Humanity, and was on the school board at Manilla where he served as president. Denny was a member of the Denison, Iowa and Brookings, South Dakota National Guard, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. Denny became a Master Gardener in 1991. He was a John Deere guy and was proud to own his dad’s restored ‘70 tractor.

Denny was preceded in death by his parents, and infant sister, Bonnie Kay. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Diane of Boone, Iowa; his children: Ted Shannon of Des Moines, Iowa, Jeff (Heather) Shannon of Olympia, Washington, Lindsay Shannon of Naperville, Illinois, and Chris Shannon of Boone, Iowa; his grandchildren, Kaoula Madrone and Dmitri Marie; brother, Rod (Noreen) Shannon of Irwin, Iowa; sisters: Janice (Maury) Salz of Honey Creek, Iowa, and Joan Shannon of Des Moines, Iowa; brother–in–law, Jim Caster of Illinois; nieces; nephews; cousins; and their families.

Tribute from Mark Honeyman, ISU Research Farms: Dennis G. (Denny) Shannon 1947 –2021 For 26 years Denny Shannon served as ISU research farms manager for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He had a deep understanding of soils, crops, livestock and agricultural machinery. He was a trusted leader and was involved statewide with many locations, staff, projects and facilities including opening and closing several sites. He instituted the biennial surplus machinery auction, which generated funds at the same time as cleaning the farms of many items. He effectively trained a generation of research farm staff and was widely respected by many across the research farm system, college, university and Iowa. His patience, wisdom and friendship were noteworthy.

On a personal level, Denny Shannon also loved ice cream and built the research farms’ homemade ice cream maker large enough to feed field day crowds with his perfected recipe (often accompanied with fresh straw- berries, if available). Gerald Shebel Unknown – May 13, 2021

No Known Obituary Donald “Bud” Shuey March 17, 1932 – October 22, 2019

Donald ‘Bud’ Shuey, age 87 of Boone, died October 22, 2019 at the Westhaven Community.

Following his wishes, Bud has been cremated. Friends may call at the Schroeder–Reimers Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall, on Saturday from 4 until 7 p.m., where the family will be present from 5 until 7 p.m. Bud’s cremains will be buried at a later date.

Donald Edmund Shuey, was born in Boone, Iowa on March 17, 1932, the son of Frank and Gladys (Ed- munds) Shuey. Don graduated from Boone High School in 1951. In March of 1951, he enlisted with the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War. On October 28, 1951, Donald married Shirley Merrill at Stratford, Iowa. The couple lived in England for 3 years when Don was stationed there. He was discharged a Staff Sergeant in March of 1955.

In earlier years, Bud worked at Percival Manufacturing, Reedholm Hardware, and the Fort Dodge, Des Moines and Southern Railroad all formerly in Boone. He later worked at Iowa State University in Ames as a welder, maintenance man, and foreman at the I.S.U. Power Plant, from 1965 to 1991, when he retired.

Bud was a member of the American Legion Post #56 of Boone, and was a member of the Boone County Freedom Flight of 2017.

He enjoyed jig saw puzzles, woodworking, anything John Wayne, and especially camping and traveling with Shirley. The couple loved wintering in Donna, Texas, taking bus trips to Las Vegas, New Orleans, and casinos. They often took ‘spur of the moment’ trips and traveled wherever the car would take them.

He is preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Norma Karr, Mary Rath, Betty Annan, Delores Shuey, and Jo Ann Desher; two grandsons, Travis Duehring, and Todd Eslick.

Bud is survived by his wife, Shirley of Boone; two daughters, Colleen (Richard) Eslick of Dayton and Pat (Marlin) Duehring of Boone; three grandsons, Bradley (Mary) Eslick of Dayton, Ryan (Lindsay) Eslick of Lehigh, and Curtis (Shelby) Duehring of Boone; great grandsons, Daniel, Nicholas, Michael, Nolan, Corbin, and Ryker Eslick, and Austin Duehring; great granddaughters, Lauren and Avery Eslick; many nieces and nephews. Kelle Sickerson

Unknown – February 27, 2021

Kelle Sickerson passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 27, 2021, at the age of 52.

Kelle was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Her life of humor and wit, infinite love, and example of courage and strength under any circumstance are among the greatest gifts that her family and friends will forever cherish.

Kelle graduated from Newton High School in 1986 and from LaJames College of Hairstyling in 1987. She worked alongside her father for many years until his retirement, and then she worked at Iowa State Uni- versity in the Veterinary Medicine Department.

Kelle was an active leader for her daughters’ Girl Scout troop and 4H Club, the Elkhart Rising Suns. She valued time spent with them showing cattle and pigs as well as project judging at the Polk County Fair.

Kelle had a special place in her heart for all animals…except birds. She enjoyed reading, traveling, and listening to music, but her greatest joy came from spending time with her loved ones.

Kelle is survived by her husband, Joe Sickerson; daughters, Jayme and Katie Sickerson; parents, Lynette and Mike Nelson; sister, Jenny (Todd) Birkenholtz; niece and nephew, McKayla (fiancé, Jacob Peake) and Keller Birkenholtz; as well as other loving family and many special friends. She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Marie Seiler and Emma Sickerson; and her uncle and aunt, Fred and Marge Nelson.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 8, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Mem- ory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines with burial to follow at Cory Grove Cemetery in Elkhart. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home Sunday afternoon from 2–5 p.m. Out of respect for the family and others, masks and social distancing will be encouraged.

As a tribute to Kelle, please wear pink or bright colored attire.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for a future designation or to UnityPoint Hospice– Taylor House, in loving memory of Kelle.

Online condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com Kenneth Smith

February 26, 1934 – June 2, 2019

Kenneth Russell Smith, age 85, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Bethany Life in Story City, Iowa. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Stevens Memorial Chapel (607 28th St., Ames, Iowa 50010). A private burial will take place at a later date in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Ken was born on February 26, 1934 in Vermillion, South Dakota to Russell and Margaret (Sherk) Smith. He grew up in Vermillion, graduating from Yankton High School. Following graduation he joined the Army. Following his time in the Military, he met and married the love of his life Roberta Smith in 1957.

Ken worked as a carpenter for James Thompson and Sons, before starting his employment with Iowa State University. Ken was a longtime member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ames. Ken enjoyed hunting, fishing for Perch, Blue Gill, and Bullheads on Big Creek, Little Wall, and Ada Hayden, always the carpenter, Ken enjoyed woodworking, as well as spending time in his garden.

Ken was preceded in death by his wife; Roberta Smith, his son; Robert Smith, as well as his parents; Rus- sell and Margaret.

Ken is survived by his sons; Bruce (Julie) Smith of Scottsdale, AZ, and Brian (Cathy) Smith of Boone, IA, daughters; Glenda (Duane) Zavadil of Sedalia, CO, Margo (Scott) Cragle of Allen, TX, 11 grandkids, and 5 great–grandkids, along with his close friend Mary Isely. Richard Smith

January 24, 1944 – December 17, 2020

Richard L. Smith, 76, passed away December 17, 2020, from complications related to COVID.

Born January 24, 1944, to Donald and Alice (Petersen) Smith. He received his education in Marshalltown Public School system graduating in 1962.

He attended Iowa State University where he met Marilyn Purlee to whom he married and had 2 daughters, Laurel and Allison. He graduated from Wartburg College in 1969 with an accounting degree and ISU with an MBA in 1998.

After working in several Midwestern states, he and his family returned to Marshalltown in 1981 where he worked for Fisher Controls and later Richie Industries in Conrad. He was a life–long learner and took that passion into the classroom at Iowa State University where he found his “perfect” job teaching in the college of business.

In 1989, he married Patricia Beck. Rick and Pat enjoyed traveling to Spain several summers while Rick taught for ISU overseas. Rick also enjoyed spending time with family. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Loved ones left behind include his wife, Patricia; daughters Laurel (Jeff) Thompson, of Cedar Falls and Allison (John) Deike, and grandsons Alex and Max, of Clear Lake. Also left behind are step–sons Darin (Cathy) Beck, of Cedar Falls and Brian (Karla) Beck, of Nevada, along with their families: Travis Beck, of Ankeny; Brittany (Andrew) Shelton, of Waterloo; and Trey (Emily) Beck, of Ames.

Due to the pandemic, there will be a private service for family at Mitchell Family Funeral Home with interment at Riverside Cemetery on December 23.

In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the Alzheimer’s Association. Please direct cards to Mitchell Family Funeral Home c/o Richard Smith family.

Remembrance by Thomas Wardlow, past co–worker

Rick and I were teammates while working for our MBA degrees and that evolved into a close friendship. We also had the privilege of serving as lecturers and sharing an office for the College of Business, with Rick doing so for many years. His sense of humor and insight will be missed. Our golf outings were complete enjoyment with non–stop laughter. Richard Smith January 24, 1944 – December 17, 2020

Tribute from Russell Laczniak:

Rick loved being a faculty member in the Ivy College of Business. He began as Lecturer in 2002 and was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2006. He loved interacting with his students.

Rick was a very proud graduate of the ISU MBA program in 1998. He was a Cyclone through and through. Golf was among his many interests. Though he never mastered the game, he enjoyed playing (in particular with his fellow MBA Alum, Tom Wardlow and with Professor Emeritus Jim McElroy). The banter among the group was both colorful and fun! Shannon Smith

September 17, 1963 – September 23, 2019

Shannon Eric Smith, age 56 of Ames Iowa, passed away on September 23, 2019. A Celebration of life will be held from 2–4pm on Saturday November 2, 2019 at The Bridges at Ankeny, 3510 NW Abilene Rd, Ankeny IA 50023.

Shannon was born on September 17th 1963, he was the son of Rex Smith and JoAnn Newman. Shannon grew up in Conrad IA, where he attended and graduated from B–C–L in 1982. Following graduation, he enlisted in The U.S. Army, where he served for several years. Shannon then did construction for most of his adult life. After several years, he decided to change careers, and became a cook at Iowa State University.

Shannon is survived by two brothers, Stewart Smith of Cherokee IA and Darrell Essen of Oxnard CA; Four sisters; Sally Jones of Ankeny IA, Margie Smith of Owatonna MN, Tessia Mathes of Hastings NE; and Kathleen Ryan of Encino CA.

He also leaves behind, Jessica Bolton and her daughter Lexi of Ames, IA. Who were very near and dear to his heart, like they were his own children. Shannon is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; Grandparents, Les and Marjorie Fink and Ronald Sr and Ma- bel Jean Kaufmann; Sisters, Sindy Smith and Tracy Smith; and a niece Melissa Mathes.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the Shannon Smith Memorial, Veridian Credit Union or to the family, Sally Jones, 206 NW College Ave Apt 5, Ankeny IA 50023. Phyllis Soderstrum

July 12, 1920 – September 24, 2020

Phyllis L. Soderstrum, 100, of Ames died September 24, 2020 at Bethany Life Communities in Story City. Graveside services will be Monday at the Bethlehem Church Cemetery in Slater.

Phyllis was born on July 12, 1920 in Polk County, Iowa to Clarence and Ella (Halverson) Walker. She graduated from Kelley High School in 1937 and married Lowell Soderstrum on July 12, 1939 at the Little Brown Church.

Phyllis worked as a secretary at Iowa State University in the Foreign Language Department for 22 years, retiring in 1982.

She lived in Slater until moving to Ames in 1978. Phyllis was an active member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Slater and then Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames. She enjoyed going to Iowa State Sporting events, playing cards, bowling, traveling to different place and she had great pride in keeping a clean house.

Phyllis is survived by her son, Dennis (Karen) Soderstrum of Story City; her daughter, Dianne (Gary) Her- mann of Urbandale; seven grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; 8 great–great grandchildren; a brother, John (Janice) Walker of Slater and two sisters, Norma Jean Lem of Ames and Ruth Roberts of Urbandale.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lowell on August 27, 2004 and grandson, Brad Her- mann. Mary Sutton

May 21, 1959 – November 25, 2020

Mary Sutton, age 61, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020 at the Boone County Hospital.

Mary was born in Omaha, Nebraska on May 21, 1959 to Anton and Norma Melichar. She was the fifth of six children. Mary graduated from William Jennings Bryan High School in June of 1978. Mary and Dennis Sutton were married on July 31, 1982 at Mount Vernon Gardens in Omaha.

Two sons, Anton and Devin, were born to this couple.

Dennis and Mary moved to the Ogden area in 1991 and have lived here ever since. Mary worked in food service at several locations in Ogden and most recently at Iowa State University. Mary enjoyed playing cards and caring for her family.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Ann.

She is survived by her husband Dennis, sons Anton and Devin, grandchildren Jack, Kacey, and Jacey, one brother Norman, and sisters Barbara, Cindy, and Ruth.

As Mary wished, her body was cremated. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Lora Sweet–Jones

April 30, 1940 – January 17, 2021

Lora Sweet–Jones, 80, of Webster City died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Van Diest Medical Center. Pri- vate family services will be held now with a Celebration of Life to be held later this Summer. Burial will be in the First Presbyterian Cemetery, southeast of Kamrar .

Lora Arlene Tempel, daughter of Lewis and Vera Bauer Tempel, was born April 30, 1940 in Webster City. She graduated from Kamrar High School and IBM Technical school. Lora was united in marriage to Jack Dean Jones on October 26, 1991 in Barnum.

She worked many years for Iowa State University in the scheduling department. Lora also worked nights for Hahneing.

She is survived by her son, Denny (Dori) Sweet of Webster City; grandchildren, Heather Sweet of Des Moines and Kevin Sweet of Webster City; great–grandchildren, Macilynn, Colter and Melodie; brother, Wayne (Linda) Tempel of La Moille.

Lora is preceded in death by her husband, Jack in 2013; her parents; a son in infancy; great–grandson, Miguel Oliver Cortazo and brother, Elwin Tempel

She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Kamrar and a past member of the Webster City Wom- en’s Club. Lora enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and baking. Jerome “Jerry” Symons July 24, 1933 – December 6, 2019

Jerome “Jerry” Henry Symons died on December 6, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa, following a stroke, surrounded by his beloved family. A memorial service to celebrate Jerry’s life will occur on January 4, 2020, at 2 p.m. at the family’s home. Anyone interested in attending should connect his son Jonathon at [email protected].

Jerry was born on July 24, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois to Charles and Margret (Myler) Symons.

Jerry graduated with a B.A. from in 1957 at Illinois State University (Normal) and continued his education at the University of Illinois Champaign, receiving a M.A. in 1962. After receiving his undergrad, he spent a short time in The United States Army, from which he was honorably discharged, and then served in the Army Reserves until 1963.

During this time, he taught high school and coached several sports for the Peoria Schools and Rock Island School Districts. He also acted at the Waterfront Director at the Glenwood Boys Camp and Camp Jackpine, both in Wisconsin, and was the swim coach for the Aqualetic Swim Club in Rock Island, IL.

Jerry’s life changed in 1964 when he accepted an offer to be head coach of the men’s diving team and an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University in Ames, IA. In 1986, he added to his responsibilities by also becoming the head coach of the university’s women’s team. It was in these capacities, and as the owner of the local scuba diving shop, that Jerry changed the lives of thousands of young people as a coach, instructor, and mentor until his death.

Jerry’s professional success at Iowa State was almost unheralded during his time there as he transformed the diving team into a national powerhouse. Among his coaching achievements were having 29 Big Eight Diving Champions and 5 All–American Divers. His greatest pride came not from the championships he won, but from the young people that he was able to get the most out of their potential. Among the awards he received in his 34 years at the university were being named 5–time Big Eight Diving Coach of the Year and All American Coach in 1992.

At Iowa State, and later for the YMCA and the Ames Park and Recs Department, he also taught scuba diving, discovering the recreational sport when it was in its infancy. He was a certified instructor for the YMCA, NAUI, and finally the PADI. In these organizations, he held several posts and authored numerous articles for magazines, newspapers, and professional publications throughout his life. His passion for the sport can be summed up by his favorite saying that none of students ever forgot, “Isn’t it a wonderful day to think about going skin and scuba diving.” Jerome “Jerry” Symons July 24, 1933 – December 6, 2019

Although Jerry never truly retired, passing his love of being a scuba instructor to his son Jonathon as they worked together the last few years, he slowly assumed a role as the fount of wisdom in their classes together.

Scuba divers across the world will miss his stories from the dozens of dive trips he led over the years. It would be near impossible to not find an individual in a dive location or spot that Jerry’s life and legacy did not touch in a positive fashion.

Jerry’s other passions in life included reading, bleeding Iowa State’s cardinal and gold colors while watching sporting events, spending time with his pets, and being a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Jerry was preceded in death by his brothers John and Jim, and his sister June. He is survived by his wife of 29 years Gloria Symons; his sons David and his wife Karen, Jeff Symons, and Jonathon Symons; his grandchildren Alex, Evan, Celeste, Tim and Serena.

While Jerry’s family and friends mourn his loss, he had the pleasure of teaching the two things that he deeply loved, diving and scuba, as occupations throughout most of his life. Because he was able to do for a living what he was passionate about, he often commented on how blessed he felt. His life was truly a reflection of that joy.

Tribute by his son, Jeff Symons: Jerry Symons was a coach in Athletic Department with Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving for 34 years (1964–1998). Teacher in Education 42 years (1964–2006.

A highlight of his employment was that he coached All American Divers in 4 different decades; 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. He also coached 29 Big 8 Champions within 34 years of coaching.

My Dad always said that his blood type was Cardinal and Gold. He embraced Iowa State as his employer for 42 years. He had a passion and love for the university that was second to none. He made the most out of life as a coach, mentor and teacher to so many. He took student frequently on Scuba diving adventures to the Bahamas and the Caribbean and loved the kids from Iowa State! Dad is part of the very fabric that makes Iowa State great!

Tribute by friend Lee Strifler: ISU work experience: Jerry’s life changed in 1964 when he accepted an offer to be head coach of the men’s diving team and an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University in Ames, IA. In 1986, he added to his responsibilities by also becoming the head coach of the university’s women’s team. It was in these capacities, and as the owner of the local scuba diving shop, that Jerry changed the lives of thousands of young people as a coach, instructor, and mentor until his death. Jerry’s professional success at Iowa State was almost unheralded during his time there as he transformed the diving team into a national powerhouse. Among his coaching achievements Jerome “Jerry” Symons July 24, 1933 – December 6, 2019

were having 29 Big Eight Diving Champions and 5 All– American Divers. His greatest pride came not from the championships he won, but from the young people that he was able to get the most out of their potential. Among the awards he received in his 34 years at the university were being named 5–time Big Eight Diving Coach of the Year and All American Coach in 1992.

Highlight of their employment: Jerry Symons was a long–standing figure in the success of the ISU Men’s and Women’s Diving program and a scuba diving instructor. You might say he took you from the depths and brought you the stars. To identify a single moment or highlight of Jerry’s career would be a disservice to him and those he impacted. Jerry said he never worked a day in his life because he did what he loved, and loved what he did. He was a coach, a teacher, a student and a mentor to anyone who had the privilege to catch a glimpse of the world through his eyes. He welcomed you into that world with open arms and always had a long–standing positive effect on the lives he touched. If you were a colleague, he was known to push the limits. Not to test the waters, but to help his students and athletes achieve their goals. If I had to label an accomplishment it would be that he made you a better person by leading by example. You attained goals that were out of your reach and was always your biggest fan saying that he knew you could do it all along. He carried us all on his a back with a smile.

Personal memory: Jerry was a student of life and one of the best story tellers. He loved watching events unfold and retelling the story for years to come. If you had the privilege of being a figure in one of his stories it was of the highest praise. Sometimes, as Jerry told those stories the tears streaming down his face marred the content, but the joy in the telling was evident.

We all have sat around a room while these stories were told and loved that we were a part of something bigger than each individual. The greatest experience that I have, and many others have had, was when someone came up to me and asked who I was. The reason for the introduction was that my name had come up in some of these stories and the person had to verify that the person and the story was real. It was an honor and every story was true. Or at least close to the facts. In the words of Jimmy Buffett, “It’s a semi–true story believe it or not. I made up a few things and there’s some I forgot. But the life and the telling are all real to me.” I can hear Jerry’s infectious laugh as he clarifies my rendition of the story. His story will continue to be told by those he influenced. May your journey continue my friend.

Tribute by Lee–Jay Strifler:

Jerry Symons was a long–standing figure in the success of the ISU Men’s and Women’s Diving program and a scuba diving instructor. You might say he took you from the depths and brought you the stars. To identify a single moment or highlight of Jerry’s career would be a disservice to him and those he impacted. Jerry said he never worked a day in his life because he did what he loved, and loved what he did. He was a coach, a teacher, a student and a mentor to anyone who had the privilege to catch a glimpse of the world through his eyes. He welcomed you into that world with open arms and always had a long–standing positive effect on the lives he touched. At times, he made you challenge the playing field of life. Not to test the waters, but to help his colleagues, students and athletes achieve their goals perceived to be beyond their reach. If I had to Jerome “Jerry” Symons July 24, 1933 – December 6, 2019

label an accomplishment it would be that he made you a better person. You attained goals that were out of your reach and was always your biggest fan saying, “I knew you could do it”.

Jerry was a student of life and one of the best storytellers. He loved watching events unfold and retelling the story for years to come. If you had the privilege of being a figure in one of his stories it was of the highest praise. Sometimes, as Jerry told those stories the tears streaming down his face marred the content, but the joy in the telling was evident. We all have sat around a room while these stories were told and loved that we were a part of something bigger. The greatest experience that I have, and many others have had, was when someone came up to me and asked who I was. The reason for the introduction was that my name had come up in some of these stories and the person had to verify that the person and the story was real. It was an honor and every story told was true. Or at least close to the facts.

In the words of Jimmy Buffett, “What we gave each other, ain’t exactly clear. Probably comes under the heading of souvenirs. Pieces, bits and pieces add up through the years. I’ve collected a small fortune in souvenirs”. Jerry gave us more than he took. I can still hear Jerry’s infectious laugh as he clarifies my rendition of his stories.

Jerry’s stories and the souvenirs he gave us will continue to be shared by those he touched. May your journey continue my friend and your story continue to be told. Patricia “Pat” Thiel February 20, 1953 – September 7, 2020

Patricia A. Thiel, age 67, died on Monday, September 7, 2020 from breast cancer.

Pat was a Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, and of Materials Science and Engineering, at Iowa State University, as well as a Faculty Scientist in the Ames Laboratory. She was known for her research on the for- mation and evolution of nanostructures on surfaces, and surface properties and structures of quasicrystals. She earned her B.A. in Chemistry at Macalester College in 1975, where she graduated summa cum laude, and her Ph.D. in Chemistry at the California Institute of Technology in 1981, where she won the highest award available to graduating Ph.D. students in Chemistry.

After postdoctoral work at the University of Munich as an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow, she joined the technical staff at Sandia National Laboratories at Livermore, then moved to Iowa State University in 1983, where she spent the next 37 years. Her scientific research earned many recognitions, notably membership in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2019), the David J. Adler Lectureship Award from the Amer- ican Physical Society (2010), the Arthur W. Adamson Award from the American Chemical Society (2010), and the Medard W. Welch Award of the American Vacuum Society (2014).

She authored or edited over 350 scientific publications. She served on numerous boards and committees for major scientific organizations, including editorial advisory boards for 10 journals. For 6 years, she served as Associate Editor of the Journal of Chemical Physics, one of the premier scientific journals in her field. Pat was very happy to be a scientist.

At Iowa State, she supervised the thesis research of about 30 Ph.D. students and 10 Master’s students, of whom she was also very proud. She also was a dedicated teacher. She served in several administrative posts within the University and Ames Laboratory, including Chair of the Department of Chemistry. She was recognized by Iowa State with awards for undergraduate teaching, graduate mentoring, service, and research. She was grateful for the opportunity to work at Iowa State and Ames Laboratory, because it was a very stimulating and supportive environment.

Pat was born in Adrian, Minnesota to Lawrence and Irene (Kormendy) Thiel, in the middle of a blizzard. She was raised on their farm near Lismore and was their only child. She attended St. Anthony’s Catholic Elemen- tary School in Lismore, and Adrian Public High School. She is survived by her beloved husband, Jim Evans, and beloved daughters Amanda and Ellen, whom she regarded as her greatest gifts.

Pat leaves this message: “Mammograms can fail to detect breast cancer. About 10% of all breast cancers are of a type (like mine) that go undetected by mammograms until the late stages. If you have any symptoms whatsoever, such as pain or distortion in a breast, please seek a second opinion immediately–preferably at a major cancer center, where medical staff will have lots of experience in diagnosing diverse cancers.” Thomas Thielen

October 10, 1934 – March 23, 2020

Thomas Bernard Thielen was born on October 10, 1934 in Exira, Iowa to Bernice (Kerwin) and Bernard Thielen and passed into eternal life on March 23, 2020.

Due to the CDC guidelines regarding COVID–19, a private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Church of the Sacred Heart in Boone, with the celebrant Fr. Brian Hughes. Burial will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery in rural Easton, Minnesota.

Tom attended country school in rural Exira, transferred to Exira High School and graduated in 1953. He earned his undergraduate degree at Mankato State, Minnesota with a BS in History and Coaching. He earned his Masters degree in Counseling at the University of Wyoming and his PhD in Higher Education at Indiana University. Tom served his country for 6 years in the Army Reserves. He taught and coached at Blue Earth, Minnesota where he met his wife, Evelyn Mary Rauenhorst. The couple married at Saints Pe- ter and Paul Catholic Church in Blue Earth on July 29, 1961 and were blessed with 6 children. His career was devoted to higher education, serving as Vice President of Student Affairs at Farmington, Maine, the University of Minnesota–Duluth and Iowa State University, where he retired after 20 years.

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was on the boards of Main Street Living and United Way and many other civic and educational organizations. Tom was awarded a Fulbright Grant to West Germany and Corsica. He was also invited to the Oxford University (England) Roundtable and was honored by having the student health center at Iowa State University named after him.

Tom was a man of faith and taught his children the values of honesty, hard work and caring for the less fortunate. As one grandchild stated, “Grandpa didn’t teach us how to be a family, or how to be good or generous or kind – he showed us.” He was defined by his humility, his humor, a strong work ethic in academics, athletics and most importantly by his family and his Catholic faith.

Survivors include his wife of over 58 years, Evelyn Thielen, and all of his children; Mary (Jerry) Clark, Da- vid Thielen, Michael Thielen, Brenda (Neal) Schwager, Matthew (Stephanie) Thielen and Daniel Thielen; 15 grandchildren, Sarah (Jimmy) Burgess, Daniel (Raquel) Clark, Katherine Clark, Jessica (C.J.) Porter- field, Sam Thielen, Magdalen Thielen, Luke (Sarah) Schwager, Clare, Julia, Joanna, Gretchen and Cecilia Schwager, Tomas Thielen, Nick Thielen and Hannah Thielen and 5 great–grandchildren; his sister Mary Jo Nelsen of Cozad, Nebraska; in–laws Harold and Lorraine Hassing, Mildred Miller and Ray and Sharon Rauenhorst; and many nieces and nephews. Thomas Thielen October 10, 1934 – March 23, 2020

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, in–laws Joseph and Magdalen Rauenhorst and three brothers– in–law, Lieutenant Leo Rauenhorst, Richard Nelsen and Richard Miller.

As his dementia progressed, he may have lost his memory but his spirit never wavered. He continued to grace his family and friends with his love and a gentle smile. We are so grateful for the dedicated staff at Bickford in Ames and Kindred Hospice for their loving care and compassion given to Tom and his family.

Memorials may be directed to Hope Ministries (provider of safe shelter for men, women and children who are homeless and hurting) or Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota and may be mailed to Schroeder– Reimers Memorial Chapel, PO Box 15, Boone, Iowa 50036.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. (2 Timothy 4:7)

Tribute by his wife Evelyn Thielen –

ISU work experience: Tom served as Vice President of Student Affairs for over 20 years and also taught graduate courses in Higher Education.

Highlight of their employment: The ISU Student Government voted and approved the naming of the Student Health Center after Dr. Thielen.

Personal memory: Tom’s legacy lives on as five of his children and 10 of his grandchildren have either attended or graduated from ISU.

Other thoughts to share: Tom was a man of faith and taught his children the values of honesty, hard work and caring for the less fortunate. Clyde Thogmartin

June 15, 1940 – March 10, 2020

Clyde Orville Thogmartin, Jr., 79 of Emporia, Kansas died Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Holiday Resort Care Center in Emporia.

Clyde was born June 15, 1940 in Spickard, Missouri the son of Clyde Orville, Sr. and Gwendolyn (Hamil- ton) Thogmartin. Clyde graduated from Emporia High School in 1958, received his B.A. at the University of Kansas, and received his Masters and PhD in Romance Linguistics at the University of Michigan. For 35 years Clyde worked as a French Professor at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. He also was the Direc- tor of the French Program for Iowa State University in France for two years. For 3 years he was managing editor for the French Review. In 1990, he was awarded the Ordre des Palmes Academiques.

Clyde was a member of the First Christian Church in Emporia and the American Association of Teachers of French.

On July 1, 1978 Clyde married Janis Gilbert in Chase, Kansas. She survives. Other survivors include: brother–inlaw Larry Gilbert and wife Ellen, Kyle Gilbert and Lesli and Jason Coomes; special friends Carl and Rita Headrick, Wendy and Matt Booker, Kent and Nikki Simmons, Richard and Sandra Headrick. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Kerry Vincent Thogmartin.

Tribute by his wife, Janis Thogmartin

Clyde Thogmartin passed away March 10, 2020 in Emporia, KS, where he and his wife had recently moved to be near family and friends.

On June 15, 1940, Clyde was born in Spickard, MO, to C. Orville Thogmartin, Sr. and Gwendolyn Hamilton Thogmartin. He married Janis Gilbert on July 1, 1978 in Chase, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Kerry Thogmartin.

He grew up in Emporia, KS, and received his B.A. and M.A. in French Literature from the University of Kansas. He went on to study Romance Linguistics at the University of Michigan, where he received a PhD.

From 1968 to 2005, Clyde taught courses in Linguistics and French at Iowa State. He was a member of the cross disciplinary committee in Linguistics, serving as chair for a time, that got a Linguistics major approved for ISU. He was very proud of the work he did to get a Linguistics major established!

He had a love for newspapers and journalism as well as Linguistics and the French language and culture, Clyde Thogmartin June 15, 1940 – March 10, 2020

leading him to study French newspapers. In 1998 he published The National Daily Press of France, a book about the history and business of French newspapers. He also taught courses on the French Press.

Some other areas of his academic interest were language acquisition, the French utopian colonies in Iowa, Kansas and Illinois, and the language policy of countries that had one or more official languages besides French (Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, and others).

For two summers he was the Director of the Iowa Board of Regents French program in Lyon, France. For many years he served as an editor for Linguistics of the French Review, a national journal for French teachers, before becoming the Managing Editor from 2001–2004. He also served on the Executive Board of the American Association of Teachers of French for three years. In 2006 he was nominated for and awarded a knighthood, the Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Académiques, by the French government in recognition of his promoting the French language through his teaching and research at ISU, and his editing of the French Review.

He loved traveling in the USA, Canada, and Europe (especially France). He was curious about all cultures though and enjoyed traveling and doing research in Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, England, Ireland, and Scotland. He spent quite a bit of time in Canada listening to and studying the French culture there.

He was a voracious reader of newspapers, politics, history, art, and many other things. He loved photography. Wherever he went, he took his cameras. In Ames he would walk around the neighborhood taking pictures of flowers and house architecture. Then he would come home, download, study the pictures, and work on his computer photography programs to experiment and enhance his photos. He also had quite an eclectic collection of music including many folk singers, classical, and music in French, Spanish, Italian, and Portu- guese. Being the son of a printer, he was interested in printing and its history. He had a small press he used to design stationery, Christmas cards, and invitations. His love of printing carried on in his selection and use of computer fonts.

Clyde and I made a good team for almost 42 years, and I am so very thankful for all the happy memories. Clyde was a quiet man of enormous curiosity with a quick wit and loved a good pun. He was also a man with a strong sense of social justice as well as racial and gender equality and cared deeply about his students.

This is my favorite sympathy note from one of his former students, Arne Seim:

Dr. Thogmartin was a great and kindly French professor, an easy going small–town Midwesterner, who gave us students with a similar background the idea that we could follow in his footsteps. I knew him long before I took a course from him, because his office was next to my major professor’s office. I ended up teaching Italian at the University of Iowa. He will not be forgotten by the many students who were in his classes. I will remember him forever. Clyde Thogmartin June 15, 1940 – March 10, 2020

Faculty Senate Memorial Resolution

Clyde Orville Thogmartin, Jr., 79 of Emporia, Kansas died Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at Holiday Resort Care Center in Emporia.

Clyde was born June 15, 1940 in Spickard, Missouri the son of Clyde Orville, Sr. and Gwendolyn (Hamilton) Thogmartin. Clyde graduated from Emporia High School in 1958, received his B.A. at the University of Kansas and received his Masters and PhD in Romance Linguistics from the University of Michigan.

For 35 years, Clyde worked as a French professor at Iowa State University where he taught French language, linguistics and culture. Clyde was a valued member of the French section faculty and of the Department of World Languages and Cultures. He was director of Iowa State’s study abroad program in France and worked to place students in the Lausanne, Switzerland and Laval, Canada programs. In addition, he served on and chaired numerous department committees and represented the department on the Faculty Senate. He was a founding member of the LAS Cross–Disciplinary Program in Linguistics, a program that he also chaired during his time on campus. His list of publications includes two books—The French Dialect of Old Mines, Missouri (1971) and The National Daily Press of France (1998).

From 2001–2004, Clyde served as managing editor for The French Review, the official journal of the American Association of Teachers of French. In recognition of that work, he was named a Chevalier dans l’ordre des Palmes Academiques. The decoration, given by the French Ministry of Education, is the oldest civil distinction awarded in France.

Clyde was a member of the First Christian Church in Emporia and the American Association of Teachers of French. Clyde is survived by his wife Janis Gilbert. Other survivors include: brother–in–law Larry Gilbert and wife Ellen, Kyle Gilbert and Lesli and Jason Coomes; special friends Carl and Rita Headrick, Wendy and Matt Booker, Kent and Nikki Simmons, Richard and Sandra Headrick. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Kerry Vincent Thogmartin. June Thomason

June 1, 1918 – October 19, 2009

June L. Thomason, 91, formerly of 1123 West 1st Street and the Eastern Star Masonic Home in Boone passed away at the Evangelical Free Church Home in Boone on Monday morning, October 19, 2009 where she had been a resident for the past week.

She was born on June 1, 1918 in Boone, Iowa the daughter o f Charles F. and Blenda (Anderson) Lund- strom. On August 30, 1942, she married George Munson. The couple divorced in July of 1958. On Novem- ber 21, 1962, she married Leonard Thomason at Princeton, Missouri. In 1936,

June graduated from Boone High School, where she completed a commercial course and was a member of the Honor Society. During her early career, she was a secretary in law offices in Boone and Ames. She was employed by Iowa State University from which she retired in May of 1980.

She was a member of the Augustana Lutheran Church where she was a Sunday School teacher and also served as secretary. June was a faithful volunteer with RSVP, serving the Historical Society, Mamie Eisenhower’s Birthplace, the Tourist Information Center, Boone and Scenic Valley Railway, and was for many years the chairperson of the kitchen committee for the Boone County Chapter of AARP.

Her parents; husband Leonard in February of 1980; 3 brothers Clarence, Charles H. and William Lund- strom; and a sister Thelma Bohlender preceded her in death.

Survivors include her sister Ruth Carlson of Boone; stepson Daryl Thomason and stepdaughter Mary Linn Thomason of Ames, many nieces and nephews.

Her body was cremated. There will be no visitations. Graveside services and interment will be on Tues- day morning, October 27th at 11:00 a.m. at the Linwood Park Cemetery in Boone with Pastor Dick Dahle officiating. John Timmons

November 2, 1946 – February 16, 2021

John Langdon Timmons, 74, passed away peacefully at his home on February 16, 2021, ending a five–year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.

He was born on November 2, 1946 in Washington D.C. to John Francis and Dorothy Langdon Timmons. He grew up in Ames, IA and graduated from Ames High School in 1964.

His collegiate career began at Loras College where he attended three years before transferring to Iowa State University and earning a B.S in economics. After graduation in 1968, he joined the Peace Corps and served two years in the Philippines working in regional economic development.

In June 1970, he was inducted into the U.S. Army, and on November 7, married Kathleen Erickson in Fairmont, MN. They spent the next two years in Germany where John worked as a legal clerk in the Judge Advocate General Corps Office. It was there that he became inspired to pursue a career in law. He received his J.D. from the University of Iowa in 1975 and began his career as a law clerk in Minnesota District Court in Faribault, MN. He returned to Ames in 1976 and joined the Pasley and Singer Law Firm where he practiced as a trial attorney until his retirement in December 2016.

John generously denoted his time, resources, and legal skills in support of numerous philanthropic and professional organizations. He was especially passionate in his advocacy for persons with intellectual disabilities. He served on various boards, among them the Iowa Association of Justice, Ames Education Foundation, and Arc of Story County.

As a conservationist and wildlife enthusiast, he loved retreating to the mountains and marshes where he could enjoy wilderness solitude and hunt elk and waterfowl. His appreciation for the grizzly bear, exuberant personality, booming voice, determination, and fierce competitive spirit, earned him the nickname of “Griz”. During his time in the Peace Corps and military, he travelled extensively throughout Southeast Asia and West- ern Europe. He was a voracious reader who also liked to play guitar and sing, participate in sports, and take cross–country trips on his motorcycle.

Above all, he was a devoted family man who fully embraced his role as loving husband and father, “Big Uncle John” to 20 nieces and nephews, and guardian for his sister, Theresa, who proudly introduced him as “my brother, my guardian, and my lawyer”.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathleen; sons: James Timmons of Minneapolis, MN, Erik Timmons and Christopher Timmons, both of Ames; brothers: Bill (Donna) Timmons of Port Charlotte, FL, Senter (Phyllis) Tim- mons of Thayne, WY, and David (Marilyn) Timmons of San Diego, CA; sisters: Theresa Timmons of Sauk Rapids, MN, Nancy (Larrry) Eisinger of Fergus Falls, MN, and Josie (Scott) Josif of Castle Rock, CO.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Dottie Timmons; and daughter–in–law, Sheila Onzere. Ted Tostlebe

November 30, 1925 – August 25, 2020

Theodore “Ted” Oscar Tostlebe, Age 94, of Story City, Iowa, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday August 25, 2020 at Bethany Manor following a short illness. Ted was born on November 30, 1925 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the son of Oscar Theodore Tostlebe and Vina Evelyn (Younker) Tostlebe.

Ted attended schools in Cedar Falls, Iowa, graduating from Cedar Falls High School in May 1943. Ted furthered his education by graduating from Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, (now called The Kellogg Business School) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, and graduated from Harvard University Business School (Boston), Microeconomics of Competitiveness (MOC 7). He also attended classes at University of Colorado (Boulder), Iowa State University (Ames) and the University of Laval (Quebec).

Ted served in the Navy on active duty during both World War II and the Korean Conflict, retiring as a Full Commander, Supply Corp, United States Navy (Retired). His official Naval record shows 27 years of satisfactory Naval Service. Some of Ted’s duty stations, both Active Duty and Temporary Additional Duty, included USS Tulagi (CVE 72), Naval Air Station/Naval Operating Base (NAS/NOB) Saipan, Marianas Islands, NOB Great Lakes IL, USS Lexington (CVS 16), NSC Oakland, CA., USS Randolph (CVS 15), Naval Supply Center (NSC) Norfolk, VA, NAS Niagara Falls, NY, NAS Willow Grove, PA, and USS Enterprise (CVAN 65).

After the Navy, Ted was a Media Buyer at Towne Advertising Philadelphia; Radio/TV Sales Manager at KWWL Waterloo, Iowa; Media Director at Wesley Day and Co., Des Moines; and General Sales Manager for WOI–TV, Ames/Des Moines.

Ted was the beloved Husband of Marilyn Diane (Zunker) Hanson to whom he was married on September 6, 1986, at St. Petri Lutheran Church, Story City, IA, with the Reverend Rolfe Johnstad officiating.

Ted was the former husband of the late Veronice Fern (Ball) Tostlebe to whom he was married November 1952 in Cedar Falls, Iowa. To this union four (4) children were born.

Ted lived in Ames for many years prior to moving to Story City where he lived for 34 years. Ted was a member of the Ames Iowa Noon Rotary Club for over 50 years, is a Paul Harris Fellow, is a past member, board of directors, Eastern Iowa Sales Executives Club, past member of the Des Moines Advertising Professionals, member of Broadcast Pioneers, past Des Moines Council President and past State of Iowa President, Navy League, 60 year Member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, long time member of St. Petri Church, and a longtime member of many Masonic bodies including being a 32 degree Mason, a Shriner, and a past member of the Story County Shrine Club. Ted Tostlebe November 30, 1925 – August 25, 2020

Ted was a world traveler who loved meeting people and along with his wife Marilyn visited all seven continents and over fifty countries.

Those left to fulfill his hopes and dreams include his wife Marilyn Hanson of Story City, sons Jeff Tostlebe and wife Juli, Ankeny; Jon Hanson and wife Lori, Stanhope; Mark Hanson and wife Joan, Iowa Falls; daughters Melanie Griffith and husband Tom, Des Moines, Laurel Stivers and husband Phil, Middletown, Ohio, and Karla Hobbs and companion John Burnett, Ames; niece Jean Marie Jones, Cedar Falls, Iowa, nephew Michael Pe- terson, Freemont, California, nephew Eric Thompson, Port Townsend, Washington, grandchildren Brad, Kevin and Chris Griffith, Sarah Ford, Erin Herschberger, Jessica Bell, Jayson, Joshua and Jennifer Tostlebe, Jared and Matthew Hobbs, Leah and Kari Hanson, and seventeen (17) great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Oscar Theodore Tostlebe and Vina Evelyn (Younker) Tostlebe; first wife Veronice Fern (Ball) Tostlebe; sisters Dorothy Jean Ray of Port Townsend, WA, and Eleanor Ruth Peter- son of Odebolt, Iowa.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA, on Friday August 28, 2020, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, including a Masonic Service beginning at 5:30 pm. Please wear face masks and observe social distancing. Funeral services will be held on Saturday August 29, 2020 at St. Petri Church in Story City, Iowa, outdoors on the east lawn of the church, beginning at 2:30 pm, with Pastor Scot McCluskey officiating, followed by a Burial Service at Story City Municipal Cemetery (a.k.a. Fairview Cemetery), Story City, Iowa (2 blocks north of St. Petri Church on Grand Avenue). Please wear face masks, brings lawn chairs, and observe social distancing. A celebration of life will occur at a later date to be determined.

The family is grateful for the help and care by Bethany Life and also for the loving support of many friends during Ted’s last days. He lived an honorable life, serving his God, his family, his country and his community. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made to St. Petri Lutheran Church, 804 Grand Ave, Story City, Iowa; Shriners Healthcare for Children, 215 Radio Dr., Woodbury, Minnesota; Bethany Manor, 212 Lafayette Ave, Story City, Iowa; Suncrest Home Health & Hospice, 103 E. 6th St. #210, Ames, Iowa, or to the charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com Beverly Van Fossen

October 27, 1932 – February 2, 2020

Beverly Van Fossen, age 87, of Ames, Iowa, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, at Green Hills Retirement Community in Ames.

Memorial service will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday, February 7, 2020 at Collegiate United Methodist Church in Ames. Visitation will be held at the church for one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at a later date.

Beverly Lee Van Fossen was born on October 27, 1932 in Boone, Iowa, to Vernie and Sarah (Blanchard) Pritchard. She had 3 siblings; Ardith, Pamela, and Tom. She graduated from Adel High School in 1951. She met the love of her life, Larry Van Fossen, in Adel, and they married after high school. They moved to Ames, so Larry could pursue his education and long career at Iowa State University. After being at home, raising her family, Beverly enrolled at DMACC to obtain her nursing degree. She worked at McFarland Clinic until her retirement.

Due to Larry’s profession as an Agricultural Engineer, Larry and Beverly were privileged to be able to travel the world together. Their young family lived in Guatemala for a year, then later in Kenya for two years. They traveled to countless countries over the years and made multitudes of lifelong friends around the world.

Beverly was a wonderful mom, grandma, and great–grandma. She was an avid Iowa State Cyclone fan, a member of the ISU Women’s Club, Ag Engineering Wives Club, Retired Nurses’ Club, P.E.O. Chapter IV, a faithful member of Collegiate United Methodist Church, a dedicated volunteer, and a loving and compassionate friend to many. Beverly has been proud to be involved with the Iowa State University Kinesiology Department Parkinson’s Disease Singing and Research group since its beginning. The weekly gatherings and concerts have been a highlight for her. Beverly has spent her last years enjoying all aspects of living at Green Hills Re- tirement Community. When she moved there, she was involved with the health care board, active with social committee, and in her final days, has experienced the loving care of Aspen Court Healthcare.

Survivors include her son, Ted (Beci) Van Fossen of Axtell, NE; daughter, Belinda “Bea” (David) Smith of Ames, IA; daughter–in–law, Darnell Van Fossen of Nevada, IA; 9 grandchildren and their spouses; 12 great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry; son, Ken; great– grandchildren, Marcus Graves and Minnie Van Fossen.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home and online condolences may be left for Beverly’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to ISU Foundation: Larry Van Fossen Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering Scholarship, or American Parkinson’s Disease Association. Frances Vaughn Unknown – October 12, 2016

No Known Obituary Daniel Veeder

February 25, 1927 – November 15, 2020

Daniel L. Veeder, 93, of Boone, passed away on November 15, 2020, at the Eastern Star Masonic Home in Boone. He was born February 25, 1927 to Leo and Mabelle (Desing) Veeder on a farm southeast of Bel- mond, Iowa. He graduated from Belmond High School in 1944.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Linwood Park Cemetery in Boone. Dan enlisted in the U.S. Navy in January of 1945 and served on active duty until August of 1946. He shipped out on the USS Biloxi in July of 1945 and was in the Philippines when the war ended with Japan on August 15. The following month, he went to Nagasaki, Japan, where the Biloxi evacuated POWs.

Following his discharge, he worked various jobs, and received his barber’s license in 1950. He barbered in Belmond until moving to Boone in 1951, where he barbered full time until 1975. He then began working at the US Department of Energy Ames Laboratory on the Iowa State University campus in Ames, first in the Security Department and then as a lab mailman. He retired from the lab in 1992, but continued to barber part time.

Dan married Chris Halvorsen of Detroit, Michigan on January 22, 1950 in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Dan was an active member of the Augustana Lutheran Church, Boone Lions Club, Boone County Hospital Auxiliary with Telecare, Friends of Ericson Public Library, Friends of Mamie’s Birthplace, and Friends of the Madrid Home. He was a charter member of Boone County Historical Society and of the Iowa Railroad Historical Society, where he served as a tour guide.

He was preceded in death by his wife, three sisters, two brothers–in–law, and one great–nephew.

He is survived by his daughter and son–in–law, Corrine “Corky” and Toby Anderson of Boone, Iowa; and two sons and daughters–in–law, Grant and Kim Veeder of Waterloo, Iowa, and Mitch and Jayne Veed- er of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; step–grandson, Toby (Heather) Anderson and grandchildren, Brooke (Romy) Ricafort, Jenna (Lenny) Solis, Ryan Veeder, Sean Veeder, Lydia (Bradley) Vogel, and Kelsey (Bryce) Coon; and greatgrandchildren, Tori Lynn and T.J. Anderson, and Ryder and Audrey Ricafort.

Dan said he could never read a note of music, but he sang in the church choir since 1954. He believed in having a good laugh every day, because it’s good medicine.

The family would like to express its heartfelt gratitude to the staff of the Eastern Star, who treated Dan with love and affection in his years there. Ruth Wagoner

May 10, 1931 – December 16, 2019

Ruth Wagoner, age 88 of Perry, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Perry Lutheran Home in Perry. Ruth’s family will be hosting a celebration of life service on Monday, December 23, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at the Panther Creek Church of the Brethren near Adel with a time of fellowship with her family following the service. Burial will be in the Colfax Township Cemetery beside the church. Memorials will be given to Lybrook Navajo Mission payable through Panther Creek Church of the Brethren. Carris Family Funeral Home & Cremation Care assisted her family with cremation rites.

Ruth Marie Crumpacker Wagoner was born on May 10, 1931 at McPherson, KS to Leonard and Modena (Heckman) Crumpacker. She attended the McPherson High School and McPherson College. She was united in marriage to Richard Ray Wagoner at McPherson, KS on February 9, 1952. Shortly after marriage, Ruth and Dick joined Brethren Volunteer Service where they were assigned to work in the Navajo Indian Mission for 2 years. She was a home maker along with helping her husband on the farm and later worked at the ISU Extension Iowa Concern Hotline.

She was a member of the Panther Creek Church of the Brethren where she held several positions. She enjoyed playing the piano and organ and being involved with 4–H. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.

In death she rejoins her parents.

Left to cherish Ruth’s memory are her husband Richard, children, Richard Kent (Karen) Wagoner and Kar- in (Roy) Kliewer, grandchildren, Geoffrey (Kristina) Wagoner, Garrett (Brittany) Wagoner, Robert Kliewer and Allisa Kliewer, great grandchildren, Christian and Alice Wagoner and a sister Doris Jean Morse.

Tribute by her daughter Karin Kliewer –

Ruth worked 17 years as an agent for Rural / Iowa Concern – a toll–free telephone referral service of ISU Extension. When this hotline began, it was during the Farm Crisis. Farmers called needing a variety of assistance–financial, mental, shelter, food assistance, etc. When Ruth answered the phone, she never knew what type of assistance the caller was going to need. She received several suicide calls, but most were needing a variety of information. Ruth Wagoner May 10, 1931 – December 16, 2019

Ruth shared with her family that the suicide calls were particularly difficult. They always had to get another agent on the call so two of them could be helping the person. Some phone calls took 2 minutes while others lasted over an hour. Ruth always made sure the caller got the information they needed. She shared with her family that what was particularly frustrating was that the agents rarely heard back on the success of the help they provided each caller.

Ruth’s stress relief was her family. She and her husband farmed all their 67 years of marriage–even during the Farm Crisis. Much of what the hotline callers were dealing with, so were she and her husband. Ruth and Dick have two children, four grandchildren, and two great–grandchildren. Ruth began working for ISU Exten- sion after their children were grown, but she loved spending as much time as she could with her husband, children, and grandchildren. (Distance prevented Ruth from meeting her great–grands.) Besides family, Ruth was a lover and advocate of all forms of nature. She also enjoyed reading, playing piano, and cats. Ruth valued her job with ISU Extension. It was challenging but also very rewarding for her. Bobbie Warman

November 24, 1927 – October 25, 2019

Barbara “Bobbie” Elizabeth Jarvis Warman passed away October 25, 2019, in the Green Hills Healthcare Center in Ames, Iowa. Bobbie was born to Roy and Opal Jarvis on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 1927, in Bendale, West Virginia. She had one older brother, Joe. Bobbie grew up in West Virginia and graduated from Normantown High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in home economics from West Virginia University, and completed her dietetic internship in Hartford, Connecticut. Bobbie met her life partner, Roy Elton Warman, on a blind date while attending WVU. She and Roy were married on July 19, 1950, and embarked on an enriched, full life together over the next 58 years.

The first stop for Bobbie and Roy was The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio; daughters Sue Ellen and Carol Louise were born in the same hospital where Bobbie worked as a dietitian. The family moved on to Austin, Texas, and completed their family with a third daughter, Sara Elizabeth. In 1960 they moved to Ames and became immersed in the community and Iowa State University. Bobbie loved being an at– home mother when the girls were young and was very involved with youth activities, leading the infa- mous Unitarian FROG group, and serving as a Camp Fire leader for many years.

Bobbie and Roy’s commitment to their community was recognized in 1999 when they were named Volun- teers of the Year. Bobbie and Roy were long–time active members of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames, where Bobbie served in numerous roles, including president. More recently, she volunteered at Mitchell Elementary School where she loved reading with the second graders. Other organizations that Bobbie was passionate about and gave her time to include Iowa State University Faculty Women’s Club, Story County Mental Health Board, Planned Parenthood, Mary Greeley Hospitality Shop, Worldly Goods, The Iowa Games, and various groups within the Green Hills Retirement Community. Bobbie was active in state and local politics for many years and ran for the Iowa House of Representatives in 1976.

In 1972 she began her career at Iowa State University as an academic advisor for freshman home economics students, where she also served as faculty advisor for Phi Upsilon Home Economics Honorary for many years. She was honored to be selected as the 1981 Outstanding Academic Advisor. Always an avid learner, Bobbie received her Master’s degree in Higher Education from ISU in 1981. She retired in May 1990, after 18 years of guiding and encouraging countless young students to realize their potential and achieve their goals.

After retiring Bobbie and Roy traveled the world, often with Friendship Force Cultural Exchange Program. They loved learning about different cultures in their travels and welcomed many international guests into their home while serving as Friendship Force hosts. Bobbie never met a stranger and trips often included new friends being added to the annual Christmas letter list! Bobbie Warman November 24, 1927 – October 25, 2019

Bobbie loved to spend time with family and friends. She was always there with an open heart, a listening ear, and homemade comfort food on a moment’s notice. Bobbie was an avid Cyclone fan, faithfully attending basketball and football games for over 50 years. She embraced her Green Hills family, sharing her love of food as the long–time organizer of monthly Green Hills birthday potlucks, never complete without her famous spinach casserole. Bobbie was an eternal optimist, regardless of what challenges life presented. She truly loved being with others and her radiant smile lit up the room with each visitor that stopped by to see her, even as her health failed.

More than anything, Bobbie’s greatest pride and joy was her family. She cherished each individual, valuing their unique strengths and interests. Bobbie welcomed her three son–in–laws, Tom Coburn, David Leligdon, and Kirk Nelson, into the family with love and open arms. Her happiest times were those spent with family – singing songs around the piano, playing cards, cooking and baking, cheering on the Cyclones, and even the occasional leg wrestling match!

Bobbie is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Sue (Tom) Coburn, Carol (David) Leligdon, and Sara (Kirk) Nelson as well as seven grandchildren, Becky (Tom) Carroll, Erin Coburn, Sam Coburn, Margaret Lelig- don, Adam Leligdon, Brian Nelson, Tom Nelson, and one great–granddaughter, Catherine Carroll. She is also survived by her sister–in–law Frances Warman, brother–in–law James Warman, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy.

Bobbie’s family will celebrate her life with a memorial service on Saturday, November 9th at 2:00 pm in the Green Hills Community Room. Memorials may be made in Bobbie’s memory to the Iowa State University Foundation, Ames Youth & Shelter Services, or Southern Poverty Law Center. Richard Warren

December 4, 1930 – April 23, 2021

Richard Dean Warren age 90, of Ames, Iowa passed away at Israel Family Hospice House on April 23, A gathering of friends and family will be 4–:6:00 p.m. Thursday, Apr 29, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, A funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Friday April 30, at Calvary United Method- ist Church, 1403 24th Street, Ames. Burial will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Richard was born on December 4, 1930 in Cambridge, Iowa the son of Raymond Wesley and Gladyce Ruth (Zook) Warren. He graduated from Milford Consolidated School in 1948. He married Shirley West on June 22, 1952 in Story City at Grace Church. He completed his degree at Iowa State University in Animal Hus- bandry. Richard was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity while at Iowa State.

Richard and Shirley moved to Eldora where he started his teaching career. Then the couple moved to Elkader where he spent four years working for the Extension Service and raised Black Angus cattle before returning to Iowa State University to further his education in Sociology and Statistics while living at Pam- mel Court.

He obtained his Masters and Doctorate degrees from Iowa State University. He then became a professor of both disciplines at Iowa State University helped 500 graduate students with their thesis and getting their PhD. Richard was asked to become the first Director of RISE (Research Institute for Studies in education.) He retired in 1992. He was a distinguished Professor Emeritus.

Richard loved his family and Lord. Richard loved fishing trips to Canada with friends, gardening, and many different woodworking projects. He loved golfing at eenkerV Golf Course, where he made a total of 3 holes in one over his golfing career. He enjoyed going to his grandchildren’s many activities. Richard loved spending time in Florida in the winter to escape the cold weather in Iowa.

Richard will be missed by his wife Shirley Warren, son and his wife, Allan and Mary Warren, daughter and her husband Robin and Mark Barnett; grandchildren, Joan and Russell Sherwood, Douglas Warren, Jon- athan Hartley, and Christopher Hartley; sister Ruth Paulsen. Richard was joyfully awaiting his first great grandchild to be born in August.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother John Warren, and sister, Juanita Behm.

Tribute from his son Allan Warren: Professor of Sociology and Statistics – Director of RISE (Research Institute for Studies in Ed-ucation) Richard helped 500 graduate students with their thesis and to obtain their PhD’s. He loved golfing at Veenker Golf Course, where he made 3 holes in one over his golfing career. He love going to Florida in the winter to escape the cold Iowa winters. He loved spending time with his wife and grandchildren. Darlyne Warrings

June 21, 1944 – February 5, 2020

Darlyne F. Warrings of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, was born on June 21, 1944 to Donald and Elsie (Minnier) Jackson in Hampton, Iowa. Darlyne passed away February 5, 2020 in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Darlyne attended the public–school system in Hampton, Iowa and graduated from Hampton High School in 1962. She then attended business school at The American Institute of Business in Des Moines, Iowa and then went to work for Iowa State University.

Over her working career she worked secretarial positions at doctors’ offices, public school offices and retired from the clerical offices of the Student Health Department of Iowa State University in 2000.

In 1966 she married Douglas Warrings. They lived in Ames, Iowa until 2000 when they retired and moved to Arkansas. Darlyne loved to quilt and sew, read and volunteered many years at the small animal rescue facility in Eureka Springs.

Darlyne is survived by her husband of 53 years Douglas of Eureka Springs; sisters Terry Pecha and husband Richard, Ruth Olson all from Iowa; along with numerous nieces and nephews living in Iowa. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother–in–law, Larry Olson.

There will be no services.

Mrs. Warrings requested her body be cremated and the ashes returned to the beautiful surroundings of the Ozarks where she and her husband loved to vacation and finally retired. Memorials donations may be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, AR 72762. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Nelson Funeral Service. Carl Westberg

March 1, 1928 – November 15, 2020

Carl “Dean” Westberg, age 92, of Boone, Iowa, died Sunday, November 15, 2020, at Accura Healthcare of Ogden. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed online at www.amesmonument.com.

Born March 1, 1928, in Boone, Iowa, Carl Dean Westberg was the son of Carl Ernst and Lucille Ruth (Handschin) Westberg. He graduated from Boone High School in 1947. On January 6, 1950, Dean was united in marriage to Janette Ruth Foster in Webster City, Iowa. The couple was blessed with three daughters: Cathy, Mary, and Jennifer.

Dean worked as a machinist at Iowa State University for over 25 years. He was very mechanically minded and was extremely interested in how things operate. He could fix anything! Dean had numerous interests and enjoyed his travels with Janette.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 70 years, Janette; three daughters and their spouses, Cathy (Robert) Hague of Gilbert, Mary (Ritch) Conrad, and Jennifer (Larry) Foley, all of Boone; four grandchildren; and 11 great–grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Arlene Thies. Ames Monument & Cremation Center has been entrusted with the care of Dean and his family. Helen Wiant

February 25, 1926 – August 22, 2020

Helen Irene (Beane) Wiant was born on Feb. 25, 1926, on a farm outside of College Springs, Page County, IA to William Leslie Beane and Lizzie Ellen (Teague) Beane. She passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, age 94, after a long battle with ovarian cancer.

Helen attended AIB, and lived and worked in Des Moines for several years until she met Rex Harlan Wiant of Osceola. They were married on Dec. 22, 1951, at the Jefferson Center Church in Adair County, IA. After Rex graduated from Iowa State College (now Iowa State University), they moved to Creston, IA where they welcomed their two children, Leslie Ellen on Dec. 17, 1952, and Rex Harlan II on September 8, 1956. Soon after that, they moved to Atlantic, IA where Rex was employed at the Iowa State Highway Commission Construc- tion Office.

In 1958 they settled in Ames, IA to raise their family. Helen was employed by Iowa State University, first as a secretary for Driver Education, and later as the secretary to the Director of Industrial Education and Tech- nology. More importantly, Helen loved to trace her genealogy, travel, and dance! Helen merged her love of travel and genealogy by traveling to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, and Washington to find the documents required for her membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution. The official certificate reads that she became a member of the DAR on Dec. 2, 1995 (National number 0768873). She and Rex could often be found at the ISU dance club, Red Friars, and Wednesday nights at the Val Air Ballroom in Des Moines enjoying the waltz and Jesse polka!

From 1993–2013 Rex and Helen lived full–time in Arizona, but concentrated on traveling during the hotter months! Helen and Rex made more than 40 trips to Hawaii, but they also enjoyed exploring Europe for genealogical purposes as well as for fun. Their favorite destinations included Switzerland, Scotland, the British Isles, Germany, and trans– Atlantic cruises.

In 2013 they relocated to The Reserve on Walnut Creek in Urbandale, IA to be closer to their daughter, Leslie, their grandchildren, and their great–grandchildren.

Helen is survived by her husband, Rex; daughter Leslie (David) Sheridan; son Rex II (Laura Whitener); two grandchildren Emily Elizabeth Sheridan and Benjamin David Sheridan (Elizabeth Cameron Sheridan); two great– grandchildren, Adler Benjamin Sheridan and Amelia Elizabeth Sheridan; a sister Reba Jean Hunter, and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents and siblings: Harold Harvey Beane, Virgil Leslie Beane, Dorothy Mae Hutchinson, Claudine Marie Morrison, Wendell Leroy Beane, and Lyndell Paul Beane.

A private family graveside service will be held in the Union Chapel Cemetery at a later date in rural Clarke County. Memorials could be made to the John Stoddard Cancer Center in Des Moines or Every Step Hos- pice. Gary Wiggins

November 24, 1943 – November 26, 2020

Gary Wiggins, age 77, of Ames and formerly of St. Croix Falls, WI, passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.

Due to COVID–19 concerns, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Gary Donald Wiggins was born on November 24, 1943 to Lawrence and Margaret (Mattson) Wiggins in Hollywood, CA. He moved to St. Croix Falls, WI in 2nd grade, where he grew up. He graduated from St. Croix Falls High School in 1961.

Gary enlisted in the Navy Reserve in 1962, and served actively from 1963 to 1965. Following his service, he earned a business degree from the University of Minnesota, graduating in 1968.

On February 1, 1969, Gary was united in marriage with Diane Lotvedt of Poplar, MT. The couple lived in Minnesota, until moving to Iowa. Gary began working in Des Moines at Banker’s Life Insurance from 1969 to 1972.

Gary and Diane moved to Ames in November of 1972, where Gary took a position at Iowa State University as the Benefits Coordinator. He retired from Iowa State University in 2000.

Gary enjoyed target practice and gun shows, deer hunting in Wisconsin with his son, watching NASCAR on TV, riding motorcycles, and traveling. From the day trips to the Amana Colonies to many trips to MT, ND, WI, and MN.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Margaret Wiggins; aunt, Mildred; and uncle, Donnie. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Diane; children, Matt Wiggins of Boone and Janine (Daryl) Telling- huisen of Ames; cousin, Russ (Coleen) Wiggins of WI; and lifelong friends, Lyle Jensen and Teresa (Jen- sen) Kruizenga. Martha “Marrie” Williams June 27, 1937 – March 3, 2021

Martha E. Williams “Marrie”, devoted and beloved mother of three children, passed away due to heart failure on March 3, 2021, at the age of 83. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 13, 2021, at St. John’s by the Campus Episcopal Church of Ames, with Rev. Kim Turner Baker officiating.

Attendance will be limited to family members due to COVID restrictions, but the memorial service will be livestreamed and a link will be available on the Tribute Wall of Martha’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Marrie was born Martha Melbourne Evans in New York, NY on June 27, 1937, to Dr. Hubert Melbourne Evans and Lucy Ellen (Barlow) Evans. Hubert was a professor in the Teacher’s College of Co- lumbia University and Lucy was a Home Economics instructor. Resident of Iowa since 1964, Marrie lived on a small acreage south of Ames for over 45 years where she was able to indulge her love of horses and the Iowa countryside.

In 2016, she moved to Ames Village Cooperative where she enjoyed the friendship of many.

She worked at ISU for over 25 years, in various positions from Special Collections in the ISU library to a Lab Supervisor in the Archeology department and finally in the Zoology and Genetics Department as an Academic Advisor. She retired from the University in 2006.

With a profound passion for steam trains, spinning fleece, knitting, quilting, American history, architecture, British murder mysteries and all things handmade, Martha had a brilliant and curious mind and was a delight to know and to converse with. She was an active and faithful member of St. John’s by the Campus since 1964.

Marrie was preceded in death by her father, Hubert, her mother, Lucy and her son, David Williams.

She is survived by the father of her children, Fred Williams of Oregon; her daughter, Ruth (Brian Swanson) Williams and their daughters, Daisy and Mia of Pacific Grove, CA and daughter, Claire (Brad) Reiman and their sons, Evan (Emily) Reiman and Lucas Reiman all of West Des Moines. She is also survived by her daughter–in–law, Beth Williams of Wisconsin and her three children, Melissa (Nathan Porter) Williams and their son, Hudson of Jacksonville, FL, Brenden (Katelyn) Williams and their two daughters, Elly and Gabby of Indianapolis, IN and Derrick (Sarah) Williams of Salt Lake City, UT.; special cousins, Chuck (Tina) Dunnington of Lottsburg, VA. Martha “Marrie” Williams June 27, 1937 – March 3, 2021

Tribute by her daughter, Claire Reiman:

Martha “Marrie” worked at ISU for well over 25 years in various positions from Special Collections in the ISU Library to the Archeology department to finally the Zoology and Genetics department. She retired in 2006. She received her bachelor’s degree from Iowa State in 1976 and was a life–long learner always remaining curious about the world around her. She made so many life–long friends while at Iowa State.

Marrie had very special relationships with the students she helped advise in the Zoology and Genetics department. Her retirement cards were full of well wishes from past and present students thanking her for all her help.

So many special people from ISU made an impact on Mom’s life. To name just a few David Gradwohl, Nancy Osborn Johnson, Eugenia and Don Farrar, Joan Aiton, Dr Duane Enger and George Brown. Constance “Connie” Wilson December 27, 1947 – February 23, 2021

Constance (Connie) Anne Wilson, 73, passed away in her sleep unexpectedly on February 23, 2021 in her home in Ames Iowa just before their 50th Wedding Anniversary. She was suffering from Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia without hallucinations.

Connie was born December 27, 1947 in Everett Washington, to Nancy and Robert Hooper. She did a study abroad in Europe during high school and then went to Oregon State University (OSU). In her senior year she met her future husband, who had return to OSU for a master’s degree in Food Science. After six months, Lester proposed to Connie on a stream near the Oregon Coast. Connie responded to the proposal with “It’s about time”.

After they married and both graduated, they went to the University of California at Davis, where Lester entered the PhD program in Agricultural Chemistry and Connie worked at the Host International Hotel as a receptionist in Sacramento CA. Lester accepted an Assistant Professor position in Food Technolo- gy (now Food Science and Human Nutrition) at Iowa State University in Ames IA. When they decided to have children, Connie said she wanted boys. Lester responded with “I’ll do what I can”.

While on a Faculty leave at the University of Glasgow Scotland, she worked for Meals on Wheels, and before leaving Scotland they discovered that they were expecting their second boy. Connie worked as a manager for Walt’s (a Hallmark store) in Ames and surrounding areas, and then Games Travel and More until she retired. She enjoyed lemon pound cake, lemon cookies, reading (always had a book by her side), and bowling with the Faculty Women’s Club. Connie was known for putting up with Lester’s spontaneous plays on words and puns with a smile and shaking of her head and telling people that he was “so silly”. She had a wonderful smile and laugh that everyone loved. She was kind to others and helped others whenever she was needed.

She always thanked people, caregivers, and Lester for their help. She will be (and is) missed by all that knew her.

Connie is survived by two boys, Kevin in North Liberty IA and Iain (Scottish gallic spelling) in Bellingham Washington; one sister Janice of Palm Springs California, brother Patrick of Portland Oregon, and her loving husband. She was preceded in passing by her mother and father.

Connie donated her brain for Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia research and would like any donations to be set to the Alzheimer’s Association and/or the Brain Support Network. Royce Winge August 23, 1937 – April 8, 2021

Royce Kenneth Winge passed away at his home in Ames, Iowa on Thursday, April 8. Royce was born on August 23, 1937, to Albert and Mabel Winge, the youngest of five children. He attended grade school in Van Hook, ND. In 1953, his family moved from Van Hook to Litchville, ND following the building of the Garrison Dam. Royce graduated from Litchville High School in 1955 and then attended North Dakota State University, graduating with a degree in chemistry. After college, Royce began his career in Ames, Iowa.

Royce married Jeannette (Wire) Winge and to that union one son, Alan, was born. Royce earned his masters’ degree in chemistry from Iowa State University. He continued his career there, working on projects that allowed him to apply his extensive knowledge and expertise.

Royce was a brilliant and intelligent man who enjoyed researching, reading, and learning. Royce belonged to the local tool club and was a skilled craftsman. He also enjoyed dancing.

Royce was preceded in death by his parents, Mabel and Albert Winge; his brothers, Herbert Winge and Ralph Winge; his sisters, Lois Winge (in infancy) and Grace (Winge) Lippert; two sisters–in–law, Alice Cape Winge and Jane (Williamson) Winge; and one niece, Muriel Lippert.

Royce is survived by his son, Alan Winge, of Iowa; one brother–in–law, Wilbur Lippert of Bismarck, ND; nieces and nephews, Vernon (Mary Hedstrom) Winge, Nancy Lippert (John) Walsh, Joyce (Steve Rees) Winge, Julia (Steve Kuntz) Winge, and Carol (Denis Mahony) Winge; and many great–nieces and great– nephews. Fred Wohn October 19, 1940 – November 5, 2019

Fred Kramer Wohn, 79, of Ames passed away peacefully Tuesday November 5, 2019 after kidney failure from an infection.

Fred was born in Texas and raised in Franklin, Louisiana. An eager student and fast learner, he enjoyed scouting, rifle hunting, and target shooting with a bow and arrow, which he learned from his beloved Grandfather. Fred received a BS in Physics at LSU, taking occasional breaks to shoot pool. He obtained his PhD in Nuclear Physics at Indiana University in Bloomington, where he met Doris, his future wife and the love of his life. They married in 1964 and moved to Ames, starting a family shortly thereafter. Fred joined Iowa State University, where worked his way up from a postdoc to Full Professor. In 1976, Fred was a recipient of a research grant from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. This led to a one–year sabbatical in Giessen, Germany, where he and his family enjoyed traveling around Europe.

Throughout his professional life, Fred enjoyed his career. He was passionate about physics, and excelled at mentoring students, teaching entry–level through graduate courses. He also embraced research and participated in various projects, spending two summers working at Brookhaven National Lab (BNL) on Long Island on the TRISTAN project and one summer at the Los Alamos National Lab in New Mexico. He was instrumental in the evolution of ISU’s Nuclear Physics Program, most recently working on the PHE- NIX experiment at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider at BNL.

Fred enjoyed traveling, reading, yard work, hiking, and cheering on the LSU Tigers and ISU Cyclones. Months before planning to take early retirement in 1999, Fred was struck with Guillain–Barre Syndrome, which severely limited his physical capabilities. He overcame significant challenges, focusing on the positive and concentrating on what he could do. This included reading books about science and religion and writing online reviews, discussing books and current events with friends, participating in study groups at the Collegiate United Methodist church, and maintaining his corny sense of humor. Fred’s endurance, perseverance, and faith were in inspiration to many; he will be sorely missed.

Fred was preceded in death by his wife Doris Jean (Coffey) Wohn, his parents, Nellie Mae Kramer and Fred Kramer Wohn (whom he lost at an early age), Pete and Emsy Robichaux (his aunt and uncle who raised him), his sister Barbara Nell Aaslestad, and his brother Robert James Wohn.

He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Anne Williams (husband Mark), his son Steve Frederick Wohn, and 19 nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Monday November 11, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Collegiate United Meth- odist Church in Ames, with a lunch following. In lieu of gifts, please make donations to the Appalachian Service Project (www.asphome.org) or Heifer International (www.heifer.org). Corinne Wolins August 30, 1927 – October 20, 2019

Corinne Edna Moss Wolins was born August 30, 1927, to Ben and Florence Moss in Canton, Ohio, and the family moved soon thereafter to Columbus, Ohio, where Corinne lived through her school years.

In high school during World War II Corinne, an only child (a brother died in infancy), learned to shop for and cook family meals to contribute while her parents both worked. She learned to budget using ration stamps, coupons and allowance and it was the beginning of her lifelong love of cooking and baking. After high school, she worked and started college locally, and at 19, moved to New York City to study art at the famed Art Students League and explore independent living.

When she returned to Columbus, re–enrolling at Ohio State University, she met her future husband, Leroy Wolins. They married June 14, 1952, and were together 62 years until his death. The couple moved with their young daughter, Deborah, to Ames, Iowa, in 1958 where Leroy took a teaching position at Iowa State University. Corinne was a faculty wife, involved in community affairs and her (eventually) three (Seth and Nathan joined the family!) children’s education. She encouraged them in their studies, in exploring the arts and sports.

In 1969 Corinne. Leroy and the children relocated to Bern, Switzerland for a year, and in 1973 they spent time in Marburg, Germany–an important period in many ways in their lives. Corinne was especially taken by the European foods that she encountered, in particular the breads.

So when the family returned to Iowa, Corinne took the giant step of trying to recreate the delicious artisan breads she had eaten for others to enjoy. With the help of her family, in 1976, at the age of 49 she opened Bread and Rolls Bakery in Huxley, Iowa. It was a wholesale business at first, but the fresh–baked aromas soon had townspeople demanding she sell retail too. The bakery expanded to serve meals and Swiss fondue at Old Town Cafe in 1980. By the time Corinne retired, she had a customer base that knew artisan breads and a skilled crew that continued baking. In a male dominated industry, Corinne persevered as a strong businesswoman, and broke ground by refusing to use preservatives. Putting quality above all else, she planned, baked, sold and delivered her own wares until her retirement in 1990.

Retirement years were full. She relished time with family, friends and good food. She took classes. She created pastel family portraits and still–life drawings, returning to her roots as an aspiring artist. She loved to travel, and when her husband didn’t accompany her, she traveled with Elder Hostel. Corinne volunteered many places and taught when asked. She and Leroy welcomed friends from around the world into their hearts and home. She was an avid reader and curious about people and history. Corinne Wolins August 30, 1927 – October 20, 2019

She’d love to hear about your children, your grandkids, your pets. What grows in your garden? What’s cooking? Where have you been and what did you see? She would always feed you well and if you’d like, she could tell about her last trip, meal by detailed meal. Family and friends have many reasons to smile when we think of her. Her sense of humor was priceless.

Although difficult to bid goodbye to their beloved home, in 2014 she and Leroy moved to Northcrest Commu- nity. She was glad they did. Corinne made new friends and reconnected with others, even a couple who had their wedding cakes done by her bakery and another who remembers working with Corinne’s mother at the First Baptist Church. The family thanks all of the good people at Northcrest.

On October 20, 2019, Corinne passed away with family at her side, preceded by her infant brother, Robert, and husband Leroy, in 2014. Surviving her are children and grandchildren: Deb (Gary) Seite, Seth (Michelle) Wolins, Nat (Alane) Wolins, Evan (Ashlin Mahood) Seite, Ben Wolins, Kayla Wolins, Matt (Amy and great grandson Rory) Carder. For her family she has left her stories and recipes to decipher and try duplicating as well. Messages of condolence may be sent to Deb Seite, 3730 Wilson Ave., Story City, IA 50248.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Food At First. Jerry Young August 19, 1934 – August 16, 2020

Jerry Young passed away on the evening of August 16, 2020. He was born on August 19, 1934 in Lincoln County, TN, to the late R.W. and Jewell (Sweeney) Young. He was preceded in death by siblings Joan Corder and Harold Young.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte; son David (Amy), daughter; Jeretha, grandchildren, Ashley (Luis) Galindo and Jared Young, siblings Emma Jean Young and Ronald Young,

He attended Berry College (B.S. 1957) and North Carolina State University (M.S. 1959; Ph.D. 1963). After studying as a post–doctorate at the University of Wisconsin, Jerry joined the Department of Animal Sci- ence at Iowa State University in 1965. He retired from there in 2000 and moved to Franklin, TN to be near family.

While at Iowa State University, Jerry taught undergraduate and graduate classes in animal nutrition. His research was in dairy nutrition. Jerry was a Fellow in the American Dairy Science Association, He served that association as a member of the Board of directors, as Secretary, Vice Chair, and Chair of the Produc- tion Committee. He was a member of the editorial board for the Journal of Dairy Science. He was awarded the Distinguished Achievement Award from Berry College in 1998. That same year he was awarded a Faculty Citation by the Iowa State University Alumnae Association for inspiring service to students. Jerry was very proud of the many undergraduate and graduate students (16 M.S. and 23 Ph.D.) and post–doc- torates (3) with whom he worked.

He loved the Lord, his family, his church, golfing, and the Iowa State Cyclones. If people choose to give in lieu of flowers, they can give give to either of the following: Forest Hills Baptist Church – Missions fund 2101 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215 or Waukee Baptist Church – Missions Fund 45 4th Street Waukee, IA 50263

Tribute from his wife, Charlotte:

Jerry Wesley Young was born August 19, 1934. He passed away August 16, 2020. Jerry was a professor in the Nutritional Physiology section of the Animal Science Department from July 1, 1965 until he retired August 30, 2000. Jerry loved his students and was very proud of their accomplishments. In 1998, ISU awarded Jerry a Faculty Citation for his inspiring service to students. Not only did Jerry love his students and the faculty of ISU, but he loved those Cyclones! Suzanne Zaffarano September 4, 1926 – August 20, 2019

Suzanne Kirkham Zaffarano, 92, was born Sept 4, 1926, in Winston–Salem, North Carolina to Annie Con- stance Maybrook and Ernest Edward Kirkham. She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother David, sister Joan, and beloved husband Daniel Joseph Zaffarano. She is survived by her six children: Dario (Janice Seibel), Erica (Jonathan Walther), Elisa (Troy Carlson), Bianca (Nicholas Koszewski), Gina (Michael Keller) and Monica, 14 grandchildren and one great–grandchild.

Suzy instilled in her children a strong work ethic, a love of nature, adventure and music. She was an avid supporter of the arts in Ames, including AIOFA (Ames International Orchestra Festival Association), Town and Gown and the Ames Choral Society, and championed aspiring young artists. She was instrumental in starting the Musicale, a fundraiser for scholarships in the music department at ISU. She authored the newsletter for the King’s Singers, an acapella men’s group from England and facilitated their first visit to Ames.

She died as she lived, gracious and sincere, thanking all those who attended her during her final days and worried that she should not inconvenience anyone. She didn’t want friends who had not been in contact with her recently to feel embarrassed about lack of communication and wanted her kids to thank all of you who touched her life.

She loved deeply and passionately, and is profoundly missed by her family, who carry her playful energy and love in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests tax–deductible donations be sent to Ziggy’s Art bus (https://www. ziggysartbus.org) or Ames Town and Gown (Ames Town & Gown, PO Box 1134, Ames, IA 50014–1134).

The family will be hosting a celebration of her life October 12, from 2–5 at St. John’s by the Campus, Ames, Iowa. Please join us in honoring her life with joy and memories of Suzy; a life well lived, and well loved. Jerel Zarestky September 8, 1951 – October 7, 2020

Jerel Zarestky, age 69, died unexpectedly on October 7th, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Paula Zarestky (McDonald); children, Jill Zarestky (Wolfgang Bangerth), Beth Humphrey (Craig), and Caitlin Sale (Dan- ny); grandchildren, Braden and Beckett Humphrey, and Elliot and Wesley Sale; brother, Leon Zarestky; nephew, Dan Zarestky; and great–nephew Travis Belt. He was preceded in death by his parents, Erwin and Alice Zarestky of Neola. Jerel was a devoted husband and father, a skilled pilot and scientist, and a lifelong athlete. He was a thoughtful problem–solver and enjoyed helping with projects of all kinds. After completing his PhD at Iowa State University, Jerel worked as a physicist at Oak Ridge National Laborato- ry until his retirement.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Girls Inc of Tennessee Valley (PO Box 7040, Oak Ridge, TN 37831). Delores Zea August 18, 1937 – November 10, 2020

Delores J. Zea, age 83, of Ames, Iowa, died Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2020, at Colo Cemetery in Colo, Iowa. Condolences may be expressed online at www.amesmonument.com.

Born August 18, 1937, in Marshalltown, Iowa, Delores Joan Zea was the daughter of John and Ella (Coughenour) Troutner. She graduated from Colo High School in 1955, and in 1959 was married to Ken- neth Zea. The couple were parents to three daughters: Brenda, Rebecca, and Debra. They were later divorced.

Over the years, Delores was employed at Donneley Marketing in Nevada, Bournes, and as a cook for Iowa State University and A&A Horse Sales in Story City. She enjoyed Bingo, playing cards, traveling, and the company of her family.

Survivors include her daughters, Brenda (Tom) Bunn of San Antonio, TX, Rebecca (Kirt) Klonglan of Man- sfield, AR, and Debra Zea of Ames; four grandchildren, Zachary, Luke, Makayla, and Matthew; and three great–grandchildren, Scarlett, Harley, and Kaylee.

She was preceded in death by an infant son; her parents; and a sister, Marie Miller.

Ames Monument & Cremation Center has been entrusted with the care of Delores and her family.