This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Cemetery Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2215 Message Board Post: The Historic Atlas of Iowa Counties is available online at the following address: http://www.historic-atlas-series.com/ia_map/ia_index.html Each Atlas CD consists of 9 bordering counties making up 1 of 11 Zones that depict all of Iowa's 99 counties; 192 city and village plats are also included in this series. Each individual Zone Atlas contains high resolution scanned images of vintage 1875 county and city maps that are presented in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). Each map may include the following 19th century features: * roads, railroads and canals * cities, towns and villages * post offices and government sites * one-room schoolhouses, churches and cemeteries * rivers, streams and ferries * racetracks, fairgrounds and picnic groves * industrial sites, furnaces and mills * early homesteads and farms * and much, much more The Historic Atlas of Iowa series may be an invaluable aid to Genealogists, Historians and other researchers of 19th century Iowa places. The Adobe Acrobat Reader for MS Windows is needed to view, zoom, pan and print from the PDF map images contained in this atlas; and is included free on each CD. No other software is necessary. The CD's are also available for discount purchase on eBay: http://stores.ebay.com/Historic-Atlas-Series-by-HAR?refid=store Atlas and maps of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin are also available at the URL below. Best Regards, Rich Historic Atlas Series 19th century county and city maps on CD http://www.historic-atlas-series.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Densmore, Mayar, Herrera, Holloway, Briggs, Brewster, Smith, Spencer, Carrigan Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2214 Message Board Post: Orland Dwayne Densmore September 24, 2004 Orland Dwayne Densmore of Grand Prairie, Texas passed away Sunday, September 5, 2004 at Arbrook Plaza Nursing & Rehab in Arlington, Texas. Orland was born December 7, 1926 near Earling, Iowa to parents Forrest F. and Eva (Mayer) Densmore. He attended country school near Buck Grove then high school in Defiance. In 1943 he married Esther Mary Herrera from Dallas, Texas where he served in the Navy. Orland worked as a painter at LTV Aircraft in Dallas, Texas for 24 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; two infant daughters, Pamela and Tony and his parents. He is survived by five children who were the highlight of his life, Charlene Holloway of Roanoke, Texas, Cherry Holloway (David) of Arlington, Texas, Pepper Jo Briggs (Joe) of Arlington, Texas, Forrest Densmore of Pickton, Texas and Daniel Densmore of Grand Prairie, Texas. Orland also leaves behind 13 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Eunabelle Brewster of Wilbur, Ark., Elaine Smith of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Marjorie Spencer Fox of Sierra Vista, Ariz., and Darlene Carrigan of Dunlap; brother, Darrell Densmore of Sierra Vista, Ariz.; uncle, Don Densmore of Dunlap. Funeral services were held at Lakeside Baptist Church in Grand Prairie, Texas., with Pastor N. J. Gros officiating. Arthur Busby and Rochelle Gros furnished the violin and vocal music. Final resting place was the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery where a Military Service was held. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©The Dunlap Reporter 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Neddermeyer, Pautsch, Bockelmann, Feller, Nathlich, Larson, Ehlers, Arnold, Cornelius, Plough, Dose, O'Neal Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2213 Message Board Post: Phyllis Bockelmann September 24, 2004 Phyllis Irene Bockelmann was born December 18, 1932, the daughter of August and Viola Neddermeyer Pautsch. She died Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at her home in Dow City, Iowa at the age of seventy-one. Phyllis was born in Fort Dodge and was baptized there as an infant. She was confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Charter Oak on March 30, 1947 and received her education at St. John's Lutheran School. Alter completing her education, she worked for her father on the farm and helped various families with house cleaning. She later moved to Carroll, where she began working at the Casino Cafe as a waitress. On November 8, 1954, Phyllis was united in marriage to Nicholas Feller in Carroll. The couple made their home in Carroll for a short time, then moved to LeMars and were blessed with the birth of five children. Phyllis worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the LeMars hospital. In 1964, Nick passed away and Phyllis moved her family to Charter Oak. On March 25, 1966, she was united in marriage to Elmer Bockelmann at St. John's Lutheran Church in Charter Oak. The couple was blessed with the birth of a daughter. Phyllis spent her life caring for others, working as a CNA at Eventide Lutheran Home in Denison, at Crawford County Home Health, and worked at the Denison Care Center. She also worked privately for families, caring for their loved ones whenever she was needed. In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting, having made blankets for each of her children; and going to the casino. She was a wonderful cook, always making huge breakfasts of pancakes and eggs for her family, and was the greatest brownie maker around as she was famous for her "Iowa Brownies". She was a very loving and wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and mother-in-law, who did so much for her children. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Nicholas Feller and Elmer Bockelmann; two grandchildren, Mark Feller II, and Nicole Feller; one step-son, Larry Bockelmann; and her sister, Margorie Nathlich. Survivors include three sons: Nicholas Feller Jr. and his wife Angela of Fort Morgan, Colo., Mark Feller and his wife Sue of Denison and Daniel Feller of Belmond; three daughters, Cynthia Larson and her husband Roger of Defiance, Pam Ehlers and her husband Robert of Dunlap, and Lisa Arnold and her special friend Russell Cornelius of Missouri Valley; one step-son, Paul Bockelmann and his wife Judy of Charter Oak; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; her special friend of twenty-seven years, Ernie Plough; and two sisters, Darlene Dose and her husband Bud of Anthon and Julianne O'Neal and her husband Allen of Redfield; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 17, 2004 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Denison. Rev. Kurt Kaiser and Rev. David Sewing officiated the services and grave side rites held at the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Charter Oak. Organist Jean Dommer provided accompaniment for soloist Makayla Beeck as she sang "Blessed Savior, Who Hast Taught Me," and for congregational hymns "How Great Thou Art," and Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me." Those serving as honorary pallbearers were Todd Bockelmann, Samantha Feller, Jenny Malone, Scott Bockelmann, Heather Arnold; Steven Arnold and Gina Ehlers. Those serving as pallbearers were Mike Krajicek Jr., Shane Ehlers, Jacob Feller, Michael Feller, Jason Feller and Adam Feller. The Huebner Funeral Home in Denison was in charge of arrangements. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©The Dunlap Reporter 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Rose, Kline, Brundidge, Schlensig, Allen, Smith, Shumate, Segebart, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2212 Message Board Post: Catherine C. Rose, 86, of Dunlap died Tuesday, January 30, 2001, at the Alegent Health Community Memorial Hospital in Missouri Valley. Funeral services were held at First Congregational Church in Dunlap Friday afternoon, February 2, 2001, with Pastor James Runnels officiating. Musician was Jessica Rose who played "Red River Valley." Vocalists were Kent Bornhoft who sang "Amazing Grace" and Christina Rose who sang "The Old Rugged Cross." Interment was made at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Dunlap. Pallbearers were Kent Bornhoft, Nanette Bornhoft, Doug Dublinske, Fonda Dublinske, Monty Rose, Richard Rose. Fouts Funeral Home of Dunlap was in charge of arrangements. Catherine was born November 25, 1914, to Enos and Ida (Brundidge) Kline in rural Dunlap. Catherine lived in the Dunlap and Dow City areas where she attended country school and then worked for area families. September 18, 1931, Catherine was united in marriage to LeRoy Rose. They farmed west of Dunlap. In 1938, they bought a farm in the Gallands Grove area. In 1968, they moved into Dunlap. Catherine was a member of the Congregational Church, and was an active member of the Senior Citizens Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy; her parents; a great-grandchild, Kayla Allen; and her brother, Ted Kline. Survivors include her son, Jim Rose and wife Norma Jean of Deloit; two daughters, Betty and husband Bob Schlensig of Morristown, Ariz., and Janice and husband Fonley Allen of Dunlap; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; three sisters, Blanche Smith of Omaha, Neb., Maymie Shumate of Dunlap and Mary Ellen and husband Raymond Segebart of Dow City; and one brother, Ray and wife Kate Kline of Denison.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mathison, Forrester, Golden, Kelley, Moores, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2211 Message Board Post: James A. Mathison, 70, of Woodbine died Friday, August 25, 2000, at the Rose Vista Nursing Home in Woodbine. He was born on August 22, 1930 in Moorhead, to parents Alfred and Flossie (Forrester) Mathison. He attended school in the Moorhead and Dunlap area. Jim served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Jim married Lucille Golden on January 13, 1957. The couple lived in Council Bluffs until 1959 when they moved to Woodbine. Jim worked for the Harrison County Road Department for 14 years then operated Mathison Construction and a lawn mower repair and sales shop. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Logan, Woodbine American Legion Weiss Post #143 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Jim had been the Chaplain of the VFW. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Forest. Jim is survived by his wife, Lucille Mathison of Woodbine; five children, Karen and Jerry Kelley of Harlan; Keith Mathison and Diane of Woodbine; Gale Mathison and Kimberly of Papillion; Jeff Mathison and Robin of Omaha, Neb. and Lynette and Daniel Moores of Woodbine; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services were held Monday morning, August 28, 2000, at Fouts Funeral Home in Woodbine. Rev. Jerald Firby officiated at the 10 a.m. service. Interment was made at Woodbine Cemetery. Military graveside rites were courtesy of Woodbine American Legion and VFW. Pallbearers were Keith Mathison, Gale Mathison, Jeff Mathison, Jerry Kelley, Danny Moores, Larry Douglas.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Broderick, Jahde, Hollander, Prosolow, Noonan, Scovel, Stawniak, Williams, Ferguson, Asmus, Boldebuck, Peterson Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2210 Message Board Post: Mass of Christian Burial for Sylvia Marie Broderick of Columbus, Neb., was held Saturday, Dec. 30, 2000, at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Columbus. Fr. Joseph A. Miksch officiated at the 10 a.m. service. Interment was made at St. Bonaventure Cemetery in Columbus, Neb. McKown Funeral Home of Columbus and Silver Creek, Neb., was in charge of arrangements. Sylvia was born March 6, 1911 in Denison to Henry and Linda (Hollander) Jahde. June 21, 1929 Sylvia married John P. Broderick at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Dunlap. They moved from Dunlap to Columbus in 1950. Sylvia was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, Eagles Club, and Christian Mothers. She died Wednesday, December 27, 2000, at Columbus Com-munity Hospital in Columbus, Neb., at the age of 89. Preceding her in death were her husand, John P. Broderick; her parents, Henry and Linda Jahde; one brother, Clarence Jahde; two granddaughters, Rita Ann Broderick and Brittany Prosolow; a half-brother, Roy Lee Jahde. Survivors include two sons, John (Rachel) Broderick of San Diego, Calif., Phillip (Eleanor) Broderick of Omaha, Neb.; five daughters, Delores (Don) Noonan of Omaha, Neb., Joanne Scovel of Columbus, Neb., Judy (Loren) Stawniak of Ralston, Neb., Sheila (Dean) Williams of Omaha, Neb., and Gwen (Ray) Ferguson of Rancho Mirage, Calif; one sister, Hattie Asmus of Manilla; two half-sisters, Violet Boldebuck of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Rose Marie Peterson of Omaha, Neb.; and one half-brother, Henry Jahde of Cameron, Ill.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Renz, Frazier, McKean, Birdsall, Baxter, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2209 Message Board Post: Funeral services were held for Wesley A. Renz of Woodbine Friday afternoon, July 21, 2000, at Hennessey-Aman Funeral Home in Missouri Valley. Officiating at the 1 p.m. service was Darrell Argotsinger. Organist was Marjorie Kraushaar and music selections included "The Old Rugged Cross," and "Just A Closer Walk With Thee." Interment was made at Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery in Omaha, Neb. Casket bearers were Wes Renz, Rex Rains, Dwayne Walker, Clydia McKean, Delbert Navrude, John Hemmingson. Military honors were conducted at the graveside. Wesley A. Renz, age 69, of Woodbine, died Tuesday, July 18, 2000, at the Rose Vista Home in Woodbine. Wes was born April 30, 1931 in Dunlap to Conrad and Cornelia (Frazier) Renz. Wes served in the Marine Corp during the Korean War. May 5, 1974 Wes married Delilah McKean in Modale. He farmed and lived in Woodbine his entire life. He enjoyed trees, gardening and wildlife. Survivors include his wife, Delilah of Woodbine; son, Wes Renz of Woodbine; daughter, Nancy Renz of Woodbine; sisters, Dorothy Birdsall of Slater and Mary Baxter of Woodbine; brothers, Ernest Renz of Woodbine and Leonard Renz of Moorhead. Preceding him in death were his parents; and two sisters, Mabel and Deloris.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Dougal, Lessin, Donnelly, Krapp, Washburn, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2208 Message Board Post: M. Irene Dougal, 88, of Dunlap died Sunday, November 12, 2000, at the Burgess Health Center in Onawa. Irene was born on April 11, 1912 in Floyd Co., to parents Emil Ernest and Emma (Smith) Lessin. She graduated from Floyd High School in 1930. She then attended Business College in Mason City. Irene worked at Salisbury Laboratory in Charles City. On November 24, 1937, Irene married Lloyd Dougal in Charles City. The couple lived in Charles City until moving to the Dunlap area where they farmed. Lloyd died on July 15, 1991. She was a member of Dunlap First United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Friendly Neighbors Club, Tuesday Morning Coffee Club and an honorary member of the Dunlap Historical Society. Irene donated the Dougal House to the Dunlap Historical Society. Irene liked antiques, quilting and other handiwork. Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Lloyd and a brother, Ray Lessin. Irene is survived by a son, Ronald and Carol Dougal of Redwood, Calif.; two daughters, Barbara and Jim Donnelly of Woodstock, Ill., and Francine and Robert Krapp of Des Moines; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Iola Washburn of Des Moines and other relatives and friends. Memorials may be given to her church or the Dunlap Rescue Unit. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning, November 14, 2000, at the First United Methodist Church in Dunlap. Rev. Sue-Ellen Sherman officiated at the 10:30 a.m. service. Musician was Barbara Amsberry and vocalist, Max Poe, sang "In the Garden" and "How Great Thou Art." Interment was made at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Dunlap. Pallbearers were Leonard Bolton, Harold Johnson, Kenneth Johnson, Denny Lehan, Ray Lyman, Murlyn Ronk. Fouts Funeral Home of Dunlap and Woodbine was in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Anderson, Nuzum, Dofner, Kjos, Benedict, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2207 Message Board Post: Funeral services for Pauline F. (Nuzum) Anderson of Thurman were held Monday, Dec. 11, 2000, at 11 a.m. at Meyer-Woodring Funeral Home in Council Bluffs. Pauline was born at Pisgah and was a graduate of Pisgah High School. She was a lifelong Council Bluffs area resident. Pauline was employed by Wonderbread Baking as a bread maker with 30 years of service. She was a foster grandmother in Glenwood and enjoyed her family. Pauline died Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2000, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs at the age of 70. Survivors include two daughters, Candy Dofner and Sandy Anderson of Council Bluffs; one son, Danny Anderson of Thurman; three grandsons, Toby Dofner, Cory Dofner and Adam Kjos; one sister, Donna Benedict of Manteca, Calif.; one brother, Delbert Nuzum of Los Angeles, Calif.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hein, Hull, Burrow, Arnstad, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2206 Message Board Post: Gerald "Gerry" Hein, 86, of Dunlap died Wednesday, October 4, 2000, at Select Specialty Hospital in Papillion, Neb. He was born May 9, 1914, to Albert and Retta (Hull) Hein in Success, Saskatchewan, Canada. He grew up and received his education in Canada. At the age of 20, Gerry moved to the Dunlap area. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Gerry married Lorene Burrow. The couple farmed in the Dunlap area in the summer, and during the winter months Gerry worked in the produce industry in California for 20 years. He has lived and worked in the Dunlap area since 1964. Gerry was an avid fisherman, golfer and raspberry grower. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Kenneth and Dick. Survivors include his wife, Lorene of Dunlap; a daughter, Geraldine of Eugene, Ore.; three sons, John, and Richard and wife Jennifer all of Dunlap, and David and wife Yolanda of Seattle, Wash.; a sister, Lois Arnstad of Fullerton, Calif.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Services were held Monday morning, October 9, 2000, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Congregational Church with Rev. James Runnels officiating. Musician was Beverly Price and vocalist was Jerry Baldwin. Interment was made at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Dunlap. Military Graveside Services were courtesy of American Legion Post #224. Pallbearers were Jason Siemer, Jordan Hein, Kenneth Anderson, Fritz Baldwin, Kenny Hein, Joe Heller, Ron Nelson, Dave Roberts. Fouts Funeral Home of Dunlap and Woodbine was in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Montange, Malone, Frazier, Ellison, Mohn, Nodean, Bramley, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2205 Message Board Post: Vivian L. Montange, 73, of Woodbine died Friday, December 8, 2000, at the Rose Vista Nursing Home in Woodbine. Vivian was born on December 15, 1926 in Dunlap to parents Tom and Bertha (Frazier) Malone. She attended country school near Dunlap. On June 9, 1945, Vivian married Floyd Ellison. The couple farmed southwest of Woodbine. Floyd died on July 6, 1971. On January 9, 1977, Vivian married Bernard Montange. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Woodbine. Vivian liked to crochet, camp, spend time with her grandchildren, collecting Holstein cows and cooking. Preceding Vivian in death were her parents; first husband, Floyd; five brothers, Norman, Sam, Jerry, Fred and Dwayne; granddaughter, Gay Lynn Ellison and a stepson, Dennis Montange. Vivian is survived by her husband, Bernard Montange of Woodbine; four children, Gary Ellison and wife Frankie of Dunlap, Connie and husband Sol Mohn of Woodbine, Nancy Ellison and fiancee Bill Kruse of Council Bluffs and Tom Ellison and wife Charlene of Woodbine; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three step children, Carol and husband Tom Nodean of Omaha, Neb., Kenny Montange and wife Barb of Manilla and Paul Montange and wife Judy of Beaver Lake, Neb.; nine step grandchildren; five step great-grandchildren; one sister, Opal and husband Raymond Bramley of Soldier; three brothers, Max Malone and wife Clara Mae, Ivan and wife Edna and Benny and wife Jeanne all of Dow City and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 11, 2000, at 10:30 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Woodbine. Rev. John Eilers officiated. Musician was Mrs. Merrill McElwain and vocalist, Dencil Hammack, sang "How Great Thou Art" and "Wind Beneath My Wings." Casket bearers were Scott Ellison, Martin Ellison, Jamie Ellison, Terry Mohn, Jeremy Ellison, Dereck Ellison, Bob Fouts. Burial was made in Woodbine Cemetery. Fouts Funeral Home of Woodbine/Dunlap was in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bissen, McHugh, Kramer, Muff, Krajicek, Hodapp, Benjamin, Reding, Simmons, Adams, Jans, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2204 Message Board Post: Don M. Bissen, 81, of Dunlap died Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2000, at his home in Dunlap. He was born on July 31, 1919 in Defiance to parents Paul and Mary (Heinzl-meir) Bissen. He gradu-ated from St. Peter Catholic High School in Defiance in 1938. Don served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Marjorie Adams McHugh in Clarinda. The couple lived in Dunlap. Don worked at IBP in Denison for 27+ years. He has held various positions over the years at IBP but was currently working in the laundry department. Marjorie died on May 21, 1995. Don was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earling, a 3rd and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus and a member of the VFW. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Marjorie and a sister, Sister Leona Bissen. Survivors include his five sons, Mike Bissen of Sandy, Utah, Dan Bissen (Susan) of Center Conway, N.H., Joe McHugh (Jolene) of Omaha, Neb., Michael McHugh of Omaha, Neb., Alan McHugh (Kimberly) of Pembroke, Ga.; four daughters, Janice (Joe) Kramer of Harlan, Jeanne (Richard) Muff of Clarinda, Kathy (Bill) Krajicek of Vail and Karen Bissen and Kim of Dunlap; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four brothers, Melvin Bissen (Georgia Ann) of Dunlap, Joe Bissen (Leona) of Clarinda, Paul Bissen (Alma) and Kenny Bissen (Alma) of Florida; six sisters, Stella (Virgil) Hodapp of Harlan, Rita Benjamin of Hornick, Armellia (Germain) Reding of Omaha, Neb., Theresa Simmons of Omaha, Neb., Margaret Adams of Omaha, Neb. and Marie (Sylvan) Jans of Arizona and many other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, Dec. 9, 2000, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earling. Rev. Michael Berner and Rev. Chuck Kottas officiated. Musician was Betty Gaul. Special music was provided by St. Joseph's Choir. Interment was made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Dunlap. Military graveside rites were courtesy of Dunlap American Legion Post #224. Pallbearers were Jeff Brownfield, Kent Bushnell, Ed Gunia, Ron Kramer, Richard A. Muff, Tom Murphy. Fouts Funeral Home of Dunlap/Woodbine was in charge of arrangements.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Davis, Priggel, Webb, Arnold, Kuk, Slapkauskas, Burke, Lawson, Lawson, Hartwig, Albert, Mitchell, Buffum, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2203 Message Board Post: L. Patrick Davis, 86, of Council Bluffs died Sunday, November 26, 2000, at Indian Hills Nursing Home in Council Bluffs. He was born Sept. 16, 1914, in Dunlap to Fred and Agnes (Grady) Davis, graduated from Dunlap High School in 1932 and graduated from Boyles Business College. He moved to Council Bluffs in 1941. He was a time keeper for the Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years, retiring in 1978. He was a member of Holy Family Church and Knights of Columbus Council No. 10722. Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia C., on Dec. 16, 1973, and his second wife, Eleanor, on June 15, 1995. Survivors include three daughters, JoAnn Priggel of St. Louis, Mary Kay Webb and husband Joseph of Omaha, Neb., and Peggy Arnold and husband Lloyd of Council Bluffs; three sons, Patrick E. and Thomas J. and wife Louetta, all of Council Bluffs and Michael J. of Beebeetown; three stepdaughters, Mary Ann Kuk and husband Bill of Council Bluffs, Joan Slapkauskas of Omaha, Neb., and Susan Burke of San Raphael, Calif; five stepsons, Patrick D. Lawson of Culpepper, Va., Daniel R. Lawson of South Bend, Ind., Thomas K. Lawson and James J. Lawson, both of Sheridan, Wyo., and Terrance J. Lawson and wife Pat of Council Bluffs; a sister-Madeline Snethen and husband Howard of Council Bluffs; five half-sisters, Betty Hartwig and Dorothy Albert, both of Dunlap, Ruth Nagangast and husband Jack of Varina, Sally Ann Mitchell and husband Charles of Dow City and Ila Jane Buffum of Logan; a brother, Jordan and wife Marie of Des Moines; two half-brothers, William Davis of Chicago, Ill., and J! erald Davis and wife Jennie of Mondamin; 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A wake service was held Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 6:30 p.m. at Belford-O'Neill Funeral Home in Council Bluffs. Funeral Mass was held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Church in Council Bluffs with the Rev. Ken Gross officiating. Burial was made in Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Dunlap. Memorials may be offered to Holy Family Church, Queen of the Apostles Church or the St. Albert High School Booster Club, all of Council Bluffs.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/0k.2ADE/59.67.1.1.1 Message Board Post: I am related to James Benton Holton, (GG grandfather married Amanda E. Stowe, in 1887 Omaha, NE) son of Silas Holton and Mary, born in Woodbury, Iowa Nov.11, 1858. If this is the same Holton, I would be interested in any information you may have. Thanks Denise

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/0k.2ADE/1521.1 Message Board Post: The 1840 Oswegatchie, St Lawrence Co., New York census lists Frances Tatroe and family. The 1850 Oswegatchie, St Lawrence Co., NY census list Franis and Louisa (both born Canada) and family with Erza born 1849. The 1860 DePeyster, St Lawrence, NY census lists Franis Tatro with our family. This one states Franis born Ontario and Louisa born Canada. They then appear in the 1870 census of Wrightstown, Brown Co., Wis. Do you anything of them in this period.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Coffman, Logan, McFee, McGregor, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2202 Message Board Post: Rex Coffman, Jr., 82 09/13/2004 Rex Coffman Jr., 82, Magnolia, died Aug. 30 at Longview Home, Missouri Valley. Rex was born March 6, 1922 in Raglan Township to Rex G. and Maebelle C. (Logan) Coffman. He graduated from Magnolia High School with the class of 1938. He served in the U.S. Army infantry during World War II, from 1943 until 1946. Rex lived around the Magnolia area all of his life. He was a longtime farmer. He was a member of the Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, and the American Legion, where he served as adjutant from 1975 until 2004, and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.). Rex was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Rosemary Jean McFee. Survivors include his nieces, Kim McFee and her husband, Dan McGregor, Huntington Beach, Calif., Susan McFee, Mesa, Ariz.; nephews, Michael McFee and his wife, Debbie, Fremont, Neb., Don McFee and his wife, Cheryl, Omaha; five great-nieces and nephews. Masonic Services were conducted Sept. 1 at Logan Memorial Chapel by Valley Lodg! e No. 232, A.F. & A.M., Missouri Valley. Funeral Services were held Sept. 2 at the funeral home, Pastor Marv Siems, officiant. Organist was Leota Mether, vocalist was Corrine Tupper. Casket bearers were Mark McFee, Eugene Michael, John Lamberson, Larry Wallis, Gene Jacobson and Brent Pohlmann. Interment was in Magnolia Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the V.F.W. Post No. 6256 and O'Hara Seeley Post. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bosworth, Johnson, Magnussen, Sharp, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2201 Message Board Post: Shirley M. Bosworth, 78 09/09/2004 Shirley M. Bosworth, 78, Council Bluffs, died there Aug. 25, following a brief illness. She was born in Council Bluffs, May 13, 1926, and lived in the Logan area most of her life. She graduated in 1944 from Logan High School and volunteered on the Alumni Banquet Association for 31 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Council Bluffs. Throughout her life Shirley enjoyed camping, playing cards, volunteering with the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, the Logan Alumni Association and especially her family and grandchildren. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Verle, in 1996. They were married 50 years. She was also preceded in death by son, Ron; parents, John C. and Bess Johnsen; sister, Olive Magnussen; and brother, Lynn Johnsen. Survivors include: her daughter, Janelle and her husband, Barry (Denny) Sharp, Council Bluffs; daughter-in-law, Sheila Bosworth, Princeton; grandchildren, Chris Bosworth, Champaign, Ill.; Lisa Sharp, Carter Lake; Andy Bosworth, Jaime Bosworth and Tyler Bosworth, all of Princeton; brother, Calvin Johnsen, Logan; many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Aug. 31 at Logan Christian Church, Pastor Dave Erickson, officiant. Organist was Vicki Koenig, vocalist was Stephen Riso. Interment was at Harris Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be offered to First Christian Church, ! 532 W. Kanesville Blvd., Council Bluffs, IA 51503, or the Logan Alumni Association, c/o Janelle Sharpe, 3518 4th Ave., Council Bluffs, IA 51501. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Oliver, Johnson, Nuzum, Roden, Graham Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2200 Message Board Post: Hazel Oliver, 91 09/09/2004 Hazel Oliver, 91, Woodbine, died Aug. 23 at the Rose Vista Nursing Home, Woodbine. Hazel (Johnson) Oliver was born Jan. 13, 1913 to Christian and Ella (Nuzum) Johnson in Moorhead. She grew up in the Moorhead area and graduated from Moorhead High School in 1931. Hazel was united in marriage to Glen Oliver on January 12, 1935. The couple began farming on the Gunderson farm southeast of Pisgah. In 1944, they purchased the H.L. Magnet farm, which is still in the family. Hazel had a love for flowers. Her flower gardens were coveted by all those who knew her. She spent much time planting, pruning, watering and weeding her beautiful gardens. Hazel was a giver who spent much of her time doing things for others. Throughout her life, she was actively involved with Ladies Aide and was a long-time member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Hazel enjoyed the simple things in life, especially spending time with her friends and family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen, March 30, 1996; her daughter, Neva Roden, and two brothers, Johnny and Vern. Survivors include three sons, Warren and his wife Rosalie, Magnolia; Gary, Somerset, Oh.; and Gale and special friend Bonnie of Soldier; daughter Glenice Carol and husband Bill Graham, Ahwatukee, Ariz.; son-in-law, Royl Roden and his wife Jane, Pisgah; 18 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Aug. 28 at the Community of Christ Church, Pisgah, Elder Royl Roden and Evangelist John Lizer, officiants. Musician was Norma Jensen and there was special music by Hazel's grandchildren. Honorary bearers were: Dixie Frisk, Denise Oliver, Dawn Allison, Denee Choice, Davonne Smith, Michelle Moore, Kristi Oliver, Angela Bothwell, Julie Kuhlman, Tara Rife, Gina Birdsall, Jan Evans, Jana Pospisil, and Lance Morin. Pall bearers were: Dennis Oliver, Michael Oliver, Dayne Roberts, John Roden, Joshua Pospisil, and ! Nicholas Oliver. Interment was in the Woodbine Cemetery. Arrangements were handled by Fouts Funeral Home, Woodbine. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Lutting, Smith, Frohling, Munk, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2199 Message Board Post: E.F. (Bud) Luttig, 75 09/02/2004 Died Aug. 20 at his home. Ernest F. (Bud) Luttig, 75, Blair, died Aug. 20 at his home. Private memorial services are planned. Ernest Francis (Bud) Luttig was born June 6, 1929, in Fort Calhoun to Carl and Edna (Smith) Luttig. He attended school in Fort Calhoun. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1946, and was discharged in 1951, after serving in the Korean War. He owned and operated the Food King grocery store, located on 33rd and California streets, Omaha. Bud was preceded in death by his daughter, Cheryl Luttig; grandson, Justin Luttig; and a sister, Jean Frohling. He is survived by his sons, Michael Luttig, York, Neb.; Robert Bryan and Corey Luttig, all of Omaha; daughters, Kimberly Munk, Logan; and Cheri Luttig, Blair; 17 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and one brother, William J. Luttig. Memorials are suggested to the family, 12377 Rose Drive, Blair, NE, 68008. Campbell-Aman Funeral Home, Blair, is in charge of arrangements. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2004

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Renz, Dean, McKean, Perry, Baxter, Birdsall Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/0k.2ADE/2198 Message Board Post: Delilah M. Renz, 61 08/27/2004 Died Aug. 13 at her home. Delilah M. Renz, 61, Woodbine, died Aug. 13 at her home. Delilah was born April 1, 1943 in Marshalltown to Clyde and Vivian (Dean) McKean. She married Wesley Renz, May 5, 1974. She worked in the health care industry for many years. Wesley died July 19, 2000. Delilah enjoyed crossword puzzles, painting, and making sun catchers. She loved her wild animals, her cats and her sister's horses. She was preceded in death, in addition to her husband, by her parents and son, Wes. Survivors include: daughter, Nancy Renz, Marshalltown; son, Adrien Perry, Marshalltown; sister, Clydia McKean, Woodbine; granddaughter, Heather Perry, Marshalltown; sisters-in-law, Mary Baxter, Woodbine; Dorothy Birdsall, Slater; many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral Services were held Aug. 18 at Hennessey-Aman Funeral Home, Missouri Valley, Elder Vance Gardiner, officiant. Casket bearers were Joe Wood, Jeremy Walker, Scott Vandemark, Delbert Navrude, Myron Renz, Dwayne Walker and Richard Marshall. Interment was in the Woodbine Cemetery. Respectfully submitted for other researchers ©MISSOURI VALLEY TIMES - NEWS 2004