This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271707) Marian Lutz 1925-1991 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=271707> AUTHOR: Mary Durr DATE: 3/25/2010 at 19:59:58 Surnames: SCHULTZ,MEYER,HANDKE,LUTZ,VANDEVORDE Marian L. Lutz (Handke), 65, of Hazleton, died June 10 at University Hospitals in Iowa City, IA. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 12, 1 p.m. at Zion American Lutheran Church. Rev. Phyllis Wolkenhauer and Rev. LaVerne Streich officiated. Interment was in the East Side Cemetery, Elkader. Hintz-Geilenfeld Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Marian L. Lutz, daughter of Carlaus Meyer and Amanda Schultz Meyer was born Dec. 18, 1925 at Postville. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Larry Handke and second husband, Lester Lutz; 1 brother, Merl and both parents. Surviving are a son, Richard Handke, Oelwein; 3 daughters, Carla (Mrs. John) VandeVorde, Stanley, IA, Mary Handke, Mason City and Dawn Handke, Hazleton; 7 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Postville, Iowa newspaper of the time clipping, 1991, from my mother's obituary collection. Posted for genealogical purposes, contributor is not related.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271703) John N. Leithold, died 1924 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=271703> AUTHOR: G. Payne - IAGe DATE: 3/25/2010 at 19:54:26 Surnames: LEITHOLD,FOX,SCHLIEMANN,CASE PASSED AWAY AFTER FOUR DAYS ILLNESS! John N. Leithold, father of J. V. Leithold,

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271702) Loren Vinton Leas 1927-1974 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=271702> AUTHOR: Mary Durr DATE: 3/25/2010 at 19:53:34 Surnames: LEAS,KRAMBEER,VANWEY,OLLOFF,SIEGELE Funeral services were held Monday, July 1 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, Luana for Loren Leas who died June 27 at the Community Memorial Hospital, Postville. Loren Vinton Leas, was born February 21, 1927 at London, Minnesota. He was baptized in the Rossville Presbyterian Church and later confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church, Luana. The Rev. Emil Reinking officiated. He graduated from Luana Consolidated high school in 1944. Shortly following graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy for a period of two years. Upon being honorably discharged he returned to his home town area and worked for H. Leslie Leas construction. He was united in marriage to Donna Mae Krambeer, January 11, 1948 at the St. John Lutheran Church, Luana. They became parents of three children. They resided in Luana and in 1949 he started a contracting business which later became the Loren V. Leas Construction, Inc. He was a member of the Lutheran Brotherhood, Luana City Council, Fire Department, American Legion and Amvets, the American General Contractors Association of Iowa, the Elks Lodge, Decorah. In 1962 he was afflicted with Multiple Sclerosis and in 1966 was forced into retirement due to ill health. Survivors include his wife Donna; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Linda) VanWey of Marion; two sons: Jerry, serving in the Army at Wurzburg, Germany and Steven at home; one granddaughter, Brenda VanWey; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vinton Leas, Rossville; a brother LeRoy of Sells, Arizona; two sisters, Mrs. Cornelius (Eden) Olloff, Freeport, Illinois; Mrs. Lowell (Joyce) Siegele, McGregor and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Interment was in the Luana Lutheran Cemetery with military services at graveside. Postville, Iowa newspaper of the time clipping, hand dated 1974 from my mother's obituary collection. Posted for genealogical purposes, contributor is not related.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271700) Isabel Leithold 1846-1925 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=271700> AUTHOR: G. Payne - IAGe DATE: 3/25/2010 at 19:49:46 Surnames: LEITHOLD,FOX,SCHLIEMAN,CASE MOTHER OF DRUGGIST IS CALLED Mrs. Isabel Leithold, mother of John V. Leithold,

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271696) Genevieve Maud (Arthur) Lybbert 1891-1978 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=271696> AUTHOR: Mary Durr DATE: 3/25/2010 at 19:39:04 Surnames: ARTHUR,LYBBERT,BACON Funeral services were held for Mrs. Edward Lybbert on Monday, March 20, at the Methodist church in Cresco. Genevieve Maud Lybbert was born July 21, 1891, at Monona, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Arthur. She received her teacher's certificate from Valders Normal School in Decorah and taught at Luana Consolidated School and the Vernon Springs township school near Cresco. She married Edward Lybbert in 1913. They farmed west of Cresco until 1943 when they moved into Cresco. She was devoted to her church and served it in many capacities. She was a member of the Howard County Board of Education for many years; active in the Republican party, having served as chairman for several years; an active member of Twentieth Century Club, Garden Club and the historical society. Genevieve was also a founding member of the board of directors of Evans Memorial Home. Her flower gardens at the home, as well as her home, have been enjoyed by many. In her later years she started writing poetry and received recognitions and awards from various organizations. Some of her poems have been published and many appeared in the bulletins of her church. At the time of her death she had just completed arrangements for publication of a book of her poems. She is survived by her husband, Edward, who resides at Evans Memorial Home; seven children, 18 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; and a brother, Lloyd Bacon of Monona. She was preceded in death by a daughter. Postville, Iowa newspaper of the time clipping, hand dated 1978, from my mother's obituary collection. Posted for genealogical purposes, contributor is not related.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271516) Re: Cornish <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=271516> AUTHOR: Jason Cornish DATE: 3/24/2010 at 10:04:23 Reply To: (#92348) Cornish Author: Jason Cornish Date: 12/20/2005 at 04:00:03 Surnames: CORNISH,HANDEL This is my new email

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#271516) Re: Cornish <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=271516> AUTHOR: Jason Cornish DATE: 3/24/2010 at 10:04:23 Reply To: (#92348) Cornish Author: Jason Cornish Date: 12/20/2005 at 04:00:03 Surnames: CORNISH,HANDEL This is my new email

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270865) Aldo M. Larson 1918-1993 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=270865> AUTHOR: Mary Durr DATE: 3/17/2010 at 15:20:15 Surnames: PETERSON,LARSON,KOENIG,BROCKMEYER Aldo Larson, 75, died Monday, Dec. 27, 1993, at Veterans Memorial Hospital, Waukon,Iowa. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Zion Lutheran Church, Castalia. The Rev. H. W. Wolfgram officiated with burial in the Postville Cemetery. Pallbearers were Virgil Martins, Don Sowers, Gerald Schrandt, William Szabo, Robert Szabo, Robert Schroeder, Harvey Reinhardt, Dennis Schwinefus, Loren Koenig, Wayne Timmerman, Stan Ewing, Gerald Hager, George Wander and Arthur Linderbaum. Aldo M. Larson, son of Martin C. and Louena (Peterson) Larson, was born May 27, 1918, in Clayton County, near Elkader. He was baptized into the Lutheran faith and confirmed in St. Paul Lutheran Church in Monona by the Rev. Veith. He attended the rural school near his home. On November 9, 1939, he was married to Arlene Anna Koenig in the Zion Lutheran Church at Castalia by the Rev. William Striepe. The couple farmed in the Gunder and Postville areas, moving to their present home near Castalia in 1947. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Castalia, and served three terms on the council as well as serving as church treasurer. He spent a great deal of time on projects including painting the church and refinishing the woodwork in the parsonage. Survivors include his wife, Arlene of Castalia; a brother, Rosco Larson, of Guttenberg; two nephews, Don Stadtmiller and Gene Stadtmiller; two great-nieces, Sheila Stadtmiller and Senta (Mrs. Christopher) Andre; one great-nephew, Paul Stadtmiller and one great-great-nephew, Charles Strong. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Joseph and Clarence; and a sister, Adelia (Mrs. Elmer) Brockmeyer. Postville, Iowa newspaper of the time clipping from my mother's obituary collection. Posted for genealogical purposes, contributor is not related.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270809) Donald Clinton, 8 & Edwin Zahn, 11 - died 1936 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=270809> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/17/2010 at 00:32:42 Surnames: CLINTON,ZAHN,SCARFF,GLOCK Two Killed, Third Critically Injured in Coasting Mishap Marquette, Jan 4 -

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270801) Mrs. J.A. Henry, 1915 recipe contest <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/documents/index.cgi?rev=270801> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/16/2010 at 21:28:43 Surnames: HENRY Oysters au Gratin Put 2 tbsp butter into sauce-pan. When melted add 2 tbsp flour, 1 C milk and stir until it thickens. When cooked, season with 1/2 tsp salt, a little pepper and 1 tsp chopped parsley. Butter a baking dish. Layer sauce, layer Larkin Cove Oysters. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, add more sauce and so on, until all used. Cover with bread-crumbs or Larkin Cracker meal. Dot thickly with butter and bake in a quick oven twenty-five minutes. 4 tbsp grated cheese added to the sauce improves the flavor for some people. Mrs. J.A. Henry, Strawberry Point, Iowa ______________________________________ Mock Mince Pie Mix together 1 1/2 C Larkin Granulated sugar, 1 C Larkin Seeded Raisins chopped, 2 C bread-crumbs, 2 C water, 1/2 C Larkin Cider Vinegar and 1 tsp each of larkin Cinnamon, Cloves and Allspice. Place on stove and cook until thick. One beaten egg may be added if you can spare it. Bake in two crusts. Mrs. J.A. Henry, Strawberry Point, Iowa ____________ ~source: Larkin Housewives' Cook Book - Good Things to Eat and How to Prepare Them - Prize Recipes From Practical Housekeepers in the Larkin Recipe Contests; published by the Larkin Co.(est. 1875), 1915 http://www.sharylscabin.com/Clayton/documents/LarkinCookbook_1915.jpg

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270753) Mary E. Clark Hines <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/biographies/index.cgi?rev=270753> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/16/2010 at 18:13:33 Surnames: CLARK,GRAVETT,HINES Mary E. Clark, daughter of

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270738) John Stewart <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270738> AUTHOR: Greg Platt DATE: 3/16/2010 at 17:09:55 Surnames: REED,CROSLEY,ROBERTS,PLATT I am looking for information on John Stewart who died in Clayton County in 1866 according to information that I already have. Would like to know where buried if possible. He was a linen merchant from Scotland who married a Canadian (Ann Glower)and wound up being a farmer in Clayton Co. He arrived in Clayton about 1856.I only have information on one child of theirs, William Stewart, who was 16 when his father moved the family to Iowa. William served in Company B, 4th Regiment of the Iowa Calvary.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270718) Re: PLAGMANN family <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270718> AUTHOR: Paul Moritz DATE: 3/16/2010 at 16:04:47 Reply To: (#270709) Re: PLAGMANN family Author: Carole Harringt Date: 3/16/2010 at 15:41:38 Surnames: PLAGMANN,PLAGMAN,PLAGEMANN I don't have any info on George's line but I do have some on his sibling's descendants I can share with you.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270718) Re: PLAGMANN family <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270718> AUTHOR: Paul Moritz DATE: 3/16/2010 at 16:04:47 Reply To: (#270709) Re: PLAGMANN family Author: Carole Harringt Date: 3/16/2010 at 15:41:38 Surnames: PLAGMANN,PLAGMAN,PLAGEMANN I don't have any info on George's line but I do have some on his sibling's descendants I can share with you.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270709) Re: PLAGMANN family <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270709> AUTHOR: Carole Harringt DATE: 3/16/2010 at 15:41:38 Reply To: (#270708) Re: PLAGMANN family Author: Carole Harringt Date: 3/16/2010 at 15:36:20 Surnames: PLAGMANN,PLAGMAN,PLAGEMANN I am searching for a "new" Plagmann family member. His name is Johann Wilhelm Ludwig Plagmann/Plagemann. He came to the USA in 1868 probably to Clayton Co. He was born on 14 Dec. 1840 in Mecklenburg Germany, a half brother to my grandfather, Ludwig Johann Georg who also spent time in Clayton Co. before his move to S.Dakota.

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270708) Re: PLAGMANN family <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270708> AUTHOR: Carole Harringt DATE: 3/16/2010 at 15:36:20 Reply To: (#143339) Re: PLAGMANN family Author: Lynetta Vaughn Date: 1/29/2007 at 18:27:37 Surnames: PLAGMANN,PLAGMAN

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270708) Re: PLAGMANN family <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/queries/index.cgi?rev=270708> AUTHOR: Carole Harringt DATE: 3/16/2010 at 15:36:20 Reply To: (#143339) Re: PLAGMANN family Author: Lynetta Vaughn Date: 1/29/2007 at 18:27:37 Surnames: PLAGMANN,PLAGMAN

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270630) Sherman - Neubauer marriage, 1920 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/documents/index.cgi?rev=270630> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/15/2010 at 19:56:06 Surnames: SHERMAN,NEUBAUER A Quiet Wedding Frank T. Sherman and Miss

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270628) Orr - Kane marriage, 1920 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/documents/index.cgi?rev=270628> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/15/2010 at 19:53:29 Surnames: ORR,KANE Orr-Kane Cashier Harold Orr of the Monona State Bank was married last week

This is a Message Board Post. Reply to the message or author by clicking on the link below. *************************************************************************** MESSAGE: (#270626) Arno F. C. Meyer 1896-1920 <http://iagenweb.org/boards/clayton/obituaries/index.cgi?rev=270626> AUTHOR: S. Ferrall - IA DATE: 3/15/2010 at 19:47:24 Surnames: MEYER Death Calls Young Man At four o'clock on Tuesday morning of this week Arno Meyer