North tama telegraph obituaries A private service will be held. Kupka, 97, of Traer, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Sunrise Hill Care Center. Doren was born in Poweshiek County, IA, to Melvin and Gladys Dicks on May 17, 1924, one of seven children. He married Joanne Jacobs on July 23, 1952 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Blessing in rural Hudson. Inurnment Aug 25, 2022 · Karen M. Online condolences may be sent to www. A Memorial Visitation will be held Friday, Nov 10, 2022 · Beulah Rae Upah, 82, of Marshalltown and formerly of Tama, passed away November 6, 2022, at home at Bickford of Marshalltown under the care of Iowa River Hospice. com. A Memorial Visitation was held Saturday, December 31, 2022, from 9-10 AM at St. On November 9, 1940, LeRoy was united in marriage to Beulah “Boots” Buis in Traer. Mervin served his country in the United States Army Reserves at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri. Lon grew up in Traer […] Apr 25, 2025 · TRAER-Wesley Grant Tomlinson, 89, of Traer, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at his home due to a sudden illness. Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 12, 2018 at 5:00 PM at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home in Tama. He was the son of Ray and Lois Pressley of Traer. He went to school in Traer, graduating in 1969. He farmed with his family and drove truck. , 56, of Traer, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at his home in Traer due to natural causes. Lonny was born on September 27, 1958, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Robert and Sharon Karr (Hansen), Lon lived a life filled with kindness, positivity and love for the outdoors. He married the love of his life, Cheryl Craig, on November 21, 1981, in Reinbeck. Larry K. He then attended Iowa State University and began an accounting career in […] May 2, 2025 · Tama County’s zoning administrator/weed commissioner resigns. Milo passed away at the age of 100 years on Thursday, February 25, 2016, at May 10, 2022 · Maurita Ann Haldy, 87, of Traer, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, at Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer. , Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Peace Obituary for Larry D. David was born on June 27, 1965, in Cedar Rapids, IA, the son of David Lee and Patricia (Vavroch) […] Jan 19, 2018 · Marlys Darlene Papesh, 91, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 13th at St. He was the son of Delos and Ramona Wieck Seebach. Patrick “Pat” McLean, 62, passed away at home in Traer on Friday, January 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with colorectal cancer, never losing his positive outlook, warm, loving nature, and Irish sense of humor. Aileen was raised in Plano, Iowa, and graduated from Centerville High School in 1945 […] Dec 15, 2023 · TRAER-Doris Ann Thierer Danker, 86, of Traer, died peacefully Saturday, December 9, 2023 at her home due to a sudden illness. She graduated from North Tama County Community Schools in 1977. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Dysart with Pastor Mark Urlaub officiating. 10, 2013. He served his nation in Apr 26, 2019 · Steven “Steve” Gene Ameling, 58, of Traer, died unexpectedly on April 17, 2019. David served his country in the United States Army and served in Korea. with burial at the Dysart Cemetery. Visitation was held at the church from 2:00 […] Mar 16, 2023 · David “Dave” Krafka, 62, of Dysart, passed away peacefully at home on February 27, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. On July 8, 1950, she was united in marriage to Richard “Dick” Birkicht in Cedar Rapids. On August 26, 1946, she was united in marriage to Ernest Kvidera at the St. Funeral Services followed at 11:00 AM at St. He was the son of William Stevenson “Steve” Earley and Frances Keith Earley. David graduated from Dysart Geneseo High School in […] May 2, 2025 · TOLEDO – Tama County Public Health & Home Care (TCPH&HC) recently received $19,203. 26, 1924, in Voorhies, Iowa, to the late Joseph and Mayme (Yilek) Dufek. Interment will follow at National Cemetery in rural Vining. On July 28, 1989, Mark was united in marriage to Wendy Heineman in Keystone. We appreciate every time you #buyapaper! *To subscribe to any of our three weekly papers (Telegraph, Sun Courier, Tama-Toledo News Chronicle), call the Times-Republican office at 641-753-6611, or email circulation@timesrepublican. A joint memorial service will be held later when it can be combined with his wife, Lura. Ellen was born in Independence, Iowa, to Dec 6, 2024 · DYSART-Mary Kathryn Holst, 80, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Vinton Lutheran Home. Monday, April 4, 2016 at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines. He grew up with his brothers in Dysart Mar 3, 2017 · Mark Alan Ewoldt was born on July 17, 1962, in Waterloo, the son of Sherman and Faye Lou (Wells) Ewoldt. Harold married Mardean Burkhart on August 17, 1957, in La Porte City; she preceded him in death on […] Feb 16, 2018 · Lynn Vern Gruchow was born on January 11, 1946, in Spencer, Iowa, the son of Lyle and Marian (Van Oort) Gruchow. Burial will be held privately by the family. K. W. Vernon graduated from Dysart High School Sep 16, 2016 · Kathleen H. For the last twenty years, he has been employed at General Mills in Aug 7, 2015 · Category:Obituaries - North Tama Telegraph. Mark and Wendy always had fun together, no matter what they were doing. Don farmed in the Waterloo area his entire life. Per David’s wishes, private family services will be held. They lived in various places throughout Tama County with their family Oct 4, 2021 · Martin Amil Herker was born February 1, 1956 in Mason City, IA: the son of Amil and Wilma (King) Herker, Jr. On December 26, 1954, Verena was united in marriage to Harold Vorba at the Methodist Church in Grundy Center. Harold was born on January 25, 1934, in Dysart, to Harry and Mildred (Yuska) Blocker. […] Feb 8, 2021 · Larry Charles Kotouc, 86, of Dysart, went to be with the Lord on February 7, 2021, at his home. Martin graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 1978 and taught at North Tama Schools in Traer for 18 years serving as a science […] May 26, 2022 · William ‘Bill’ Fish, 73, of Clutier, died on May 18, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He married Janet F. Barry grew up on the family farm near Traer and graduated from Dysart Geneseo High School in 1979. Gordie worked at the Vinton Canning Factory and retired from Traer Municipal Utilities after 38 years of service. She loved her flowers and always saw the Oct 23, 2020 · Darlene L. […] Jul 6, 2020 · G. He graduated from Clear Lake High School in 1974. He married Judy Schoonenf from Miami, they later divorced. He graduated from Traer High School in 1952. Visitation will be held Monday, March 12, 2018 from 4-5 PM at Kruse May 5, 2017 · Frank J. Services will be 10:30 a. ” and Mary Lou Summers Felts. She had just turned 93 years old. Al was born February 12th, 1957 to Neal and Sylvia Himschoot in Waterloo, Iowa. Funeral service was held Saturday, June 20, 2015 at noon at Hedges-Scott Funeral Home in Osage Beach, Missouri with internment at Lake Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Osage Beach. A Private Family Graveside Service will be held at Buckingham Cemetery in rural Traer. He was born September 6, 1947 to Bill and Eleanor Kupka in Waterloo and grew up in Clutier. December 27, 2024. He preceded her in death on April 2, 2001. A Family Led Celebration of Life will be held at the Traer Memorial Building on November 3, 2024 from 1:00 – 3:00 P. He grew up in Toledo and graduated Aug 16, 2013 · Valerie Ann Schneiders, 22, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Traer, died Saturday, Aug. She attended the Dysart school system and graduated from High School with the Class of 1941. On June 3, 1972 Sep 29, 2017 · Donald “Don” Robert Schrader was born on January 16, 1930, in La Porte City, the son of Dale and Sylvia (Border) Schrader. (seated), grandfather Jon Winkelpleck (back right), and his dad Zach Winkelpleck Jan 10, 2025 · TRAER- D. September 29, 2022. Verena then taught 6th grade for five years in Grundy Center. Apr 22, 2016 · Inez Hupfeld Birkicht, 90, died Monday, February 22, 2016 at the Prairie Hill Senior Care Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was raised in Traer and graduated from Traer-Clutier High School in 1962. 28. LeRoy graduated from high school in Algonac, Michigan. On June 1, 1968, he was united in Oct 7, 2022 · A group of volunteers including (top to bottom) North Tama Schools teacher Carly Warnke, North Tama senior Levi Zobel, Soren Peterson (hidden), David Ingle, and Don Stansbery move back issues of the Traer Star-Clipper and North Tama Telegraph into the former Star-Clipper Newsroom for storage in downtown Traer on Sept. She married Ernest L. Glenn was born and raised in Dysart, Iowa. Service will be Friday, January 19th at the Funeral home at 10:00 a. Valerie Ann Schneiders was born September 11, 1990 in Waterloo Jul 10, 2015 · Lillian Nachazel was born on July 8, 1920, in rural Toledo, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Kunc) Rund. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church in Traer. Army from 1965-67, serving one year in Vietnam. David was born December 22, 1946, in Dallas, OR, the son of Wesley and Marjorie […] Mar 4, 2016 · Milo Adolph Dvorak was born June 16, 1915 in Carroll Township, near Clutier, son of Frank and Anna (Husak) Dvorak. with burial to follow at St. 31, 2016 at 9:14 pm at Lutheran Hillside Village Senior Care Center. The couple made their home on the family farm near Traer. Anderson Funeral Homes of Marshalltown has been entrusted with the arrangements. Paul Catholic Church in Traer with burial following at the Buckingham Cemetery in Traer. Oct 20, 2017 · LeAnn Sue Watts was born September 20, 1964 in Waterloo, Iowa, daughter of Gary and Carol (Wiebbecke) Pearson. Christiansen, 57, of Traer, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at UnityPoint Allen Memorial Hospital. She was born on October 7, 1958, to Donald and Catherine (Liston) McLean. Services will be held at St. Gloria lived with her mother and brother on her grandparent’s farm until she was in 3rd grade, then moved to Tama until she graduated from Tama High School in 1962. She attended the Jan 13, 2017 · Thomas “Tom” Oliver Merritt, the fourth son of Arthur Ray and Alice Cleo (Ravlin) Merritt was born January 21, 1932, in Buckingham, Iowa. A private memorial will be held at a later date in Iowa. He was married to Merri (Hadley) Taylor on Dec 20, 2024 · North Tama Telegraph Obituaries. Mark was […] 1 day ago · Phillip James Gajewsky, 94, passed away Friday, April 18th 2025, in the presence of his family and in the care of hospice at Rambling Oaks Assisted Living Residence in Highland Village, Texas. The couple made their home in Spencer, Osage, and settled in Traer. Dec 20, 2024. There were no services. Johns and graduating from Columbus High School in 1978. There will be no funeral service at this time. Visitation May 29, 2024 · North Tama High School Obituaries and Memoriams. She was born August 28, 1941 at Clutier, IA, to Leonard and Rose (Kuchynka) Parizek. 1950, he was united in marriage to Margaret Hulme in Waterloo. As an adult, she moved to Iowa to care for her mother and she then made the Waterloo area her home. Roger was born in Waterloo, IA to Joseph and Norma (Handt) Vorba on December 5,1950. The two were married on March 30, 1950 and made their first home in Dysart. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Dysart. Overton Funeral Home in Traer is assisting the family. S. Don attended Geneseo School. A service was held at Zion Lutheran Church on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at 10:30 a. […] Oct 25, 2024 · Thomas Bernard Novak died on September 23, 2024 after a lengthy battle with depression. After graduation, he farmed with his father, and then purchased two farms, one south and one west of Traer. In 1964, he entered the Army, serving in Germany until his discharge in 1967. Musel and Son in Chelsea, served in the United States Army National Guard, and then began farming. Marlys was born on August Mar 22, 2024 · Craig lost his long battle with cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City at the age of 65. Thursday at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service on West Ridgeway where there will be a 4 p. On June 19, 1965 Feb 22, 2022 · Phyllis Mae Schrader was born on April 9, 1926, in Cedar Rapids, the daughter of Paul and Ella (Steuber) Floyd. Oct 5, 2023 · The late Terry Shay, center, poses for a photograph on Traer’s high school gym stage on March 10 of this year while surrounded by past and present students following the 2023 Swing Show. In 2002, Barry joined Cortright Realty where Kevan Nov 10, 2017 · A memorial mass to honor the life of our dad, Joe Harrison, was celebrated on Friday, October 13, 2017 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Friends may visit with the family from 4:00 to 6:00 p. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 10:30 AM, at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home in Tama. Peshel, 80, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2022, at her home. He graduated from North Tama Schools with the class of 1985. 60 for Stop the Bleed (STB) kits from Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) funding for emergency and response through the Central Iowa Health Care Coalition. On September 14, 1968 he was united in marriage to Nancy Weaver. Himschoot, 91, passed away on February 17, 2024 in Traer, Iowa. on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at the American Lutheran Church in Grundy Center. He was born on February 27, 1940, the son of Leo and Anna (Vileta) Parizek. McWhirter, 91, died 05OCT2020, in Traer, Iowa, from complications of the Wuhan virus. Find the latest North Tama High Front page of this week's Telegraph. Jennings May 30, 1956 in Monticello Illinois, 64 years married. On Feb 9, 2018 · Gene Alan Wardenburg, 71, went to his Heavenly home on January 31, 2018, at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo. Marlys was born on August Mar 16, 2018 · Minnie Libbie Patrick, 93, formerly of Tama, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at the Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer under the care of Hospice Compassus. Gerald […] Mar 12, 2021 · John F. Dec 13, 2024 · Gerald Alan Kopriva was born on December 18, 1949, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Alfred and Maxine (Prusha) Kopriva. Bob grew up with three brothers and two sisters on the Snow family farms throughout Tama County and attended Dinsdale High School where his brother Jim Snow was one of the famous “Dinsdale Five” that Oct 20, 2017 · LeAnn Sue Watts was born September 20, 1964 in Waterloo, Iowa, daughter of Gary and Carol (Wiebbecke) Pearson. Ellen passed away on April 11, 2024, at age 80 in Rogers, Arkansas. The couple lived in Omaha, Nebraska, while Tom was in the Air Force Reserve. She was a hard-working […] Sep 30, 2016 · Memorial services for Corrine Mae (Krug) Irelan, 87, of Rochester, MN will be on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at Meadow Lakes Senior Living (22 45thAve NW, Rochester, MN 55901) at 4:00pm with visitation from 3:00pm – 4:00pm. He graduated from Dinsdale High School in 1960. Karen M. Pam was born on Aug. Public visitation will be from 4-7 p. He is survived by Barbara Jacobsen, his wife of fifty years. Mason, 65, of Tucson, AZ and formerly of Traer, IA, passed away October 9, 2024, from a heart attack. He was born in Waterloo, Iowa, the third of seven Wilson children, and raised by his loving parents, Robert Dean and Mardene (Fisher) Wilson. , Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Peace United Church of Christ in Gladbrook, IA. They moved to Voorhies, Iowa and Winnie graduated from Reinbeck High School in 1939. Funeral services will be 11:00 a. Friday at St. Mitchell Family Funeral Home […] Nov 8, 2024 · Samuel J. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, May 23rd, 2025, at Zion Lutheran Church in Dysart, Iowa, where […] Jul 26, 2024 · DYSART-Duane Paul Albertsen, 93, of Dysart, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at the Lutheran Living Communities in Vinton under the care of Hospice Compassus. She married on November 24, 1942 to Edward J. “J. He had a special love for his family, farming, and his horses. Gary Lee Kersten was born on December 5, 1952, in Waterloo, the son of Glenn and Ann Kersten. Monday at the Dysart Cemetery in Dysart, Iowa. He joined the U. She was a Mar 28, 2025 · Pauline Ebbie Halupnick, 84, of Boone, Iowa, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, leaving a legacy of love and joy that touched the hearts of all who knew her. Benjamin Baker officiating. Eight honored classes have been especially invited to attend the festivities including Traer’s Class of 1954 (70 years) and 1959 (65 years); Traer-Clutier Class of 1964 (60 […] Mar 21, 2025 · Alan “Big Al” Randall Himschoot, 68, passed away on March 13th, 2025 in Baudette, MN. He grew up on their family farm west of Dysart. She then married Newton Jan 19, 2018 · Marlys Darlene Papesh, 91, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 13th at St. Aileen (Scott) Lister, 90, of Traer, died Friday, July 3, at Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo after a long and courageous battle with cancer. During his working years, he farmed […] Jun 23, 2017 · Anna Mae Waggoner of Dysart went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 13, at Cedar Valley Hospice. 15, at St. Sandra J. Wencelaus Cemetery in Clutier. Parizek, 76, of Clutier, died on Thursday, May 26 at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo. Born on June 25, 1940, in Union County, Iowa, the daughter of Theodore and Ebbie (Johnson) Bergloff, Pauline was a beacon of light in her […] Mar 29, 2019 · Benny Bryan Hach was born September 28, 1958, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Donald and Marilyn (Bryan) Hach. Paul Catholic Cemetery. Thursday, April 20, 2023, at St. Burial will be held at a later date at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Afton. He graduated with a degree in farm operations. Shay, who retired from teaching vocal music at North Tama at the end of the 2022-23 school year, passed Feb 7, 2025 · Lori Ann Bayles Yuska was born at Iowa Methodist Hospital In Des Moines to Charles Courtney and Helen Joan Bayles on December 7, 1958. Patrick Catholic Church in Tama with a Memorial Mass following at 10:00 AM at Mar 8, 2024 · Neal A. Public graveside services will be held at 10:00 a. John graduated from Monticello High School, graduated […] Sep 8, 2017 · A celebration of life for Roger Vorba will be held August 12, 2017 at 1 p. Luke’s Hospice in Cedar Rapids after a brief illness. Other survivors include his son Erich Jacobsen (Michelle), and their four children, Elle, Ava, Liam and Isaac. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church in Traer with Pastor Benjamin Baker officiating. in the North Tama Activity Center. Hite, age 77 of Boston, Massachusetts passed away on February 28, 2024, in Naples, Florida following a sudden illness. In 1985, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia after meeting his life partner, Ron Jaspers on April 15 of that year. Marian and Lyle owned the Skelly Station and the Standard Station in Traer Jan 29, 2016 · Mervin Del Sealock was born on February 25, 1942, in Waterloo, the son of Sheryl and Marlys (Mason) Sealock. 12, 2024. The couple made their home in Norway, […] Feb 16, 2018 · Lynn Vern Gruchow was born on January 11, 1946, in Spencer, Iowa, the son of Lyle and Marian (Van Oort) Gruchow. Lori spent her childhood in Oelwein, Iowa and […] Mar 14, 2025 · Harold F. She taught country school at Carroll #8 in rural Clutier. Don died at the age of 87 on Monday, September 25 Jan 31, 2025 · URBANA-Following an extended illness, David Wesley Dorn, 78, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, MN. Ronald Lee Novak was born on August 14, 1949, in Toledo, Iowa, the son of Bernard and Doris (Novotny) Novak. TOLEDO – Tama County is in need of a new Zoning Administrator. On February 14, 1981, he was united in marriage to Jackie McAteer Valline in Gibson City, IL. Hulme, 74, of Denver, Iowa passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at his residence in Denver, Iowa. The couple farmed for many years and Milo also drove truck for several companies. She graduated from high school in Allison, Iowa, in 1948, and later received a teaching certificate from Iowa State […] Sep 9, 2021 · Patsy “Pat” Maxine Fish Billerbeck was born on December 9, 1944, in Dennison, the daughter of Harry and Doris (Bergles) Fish. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a. 2,1944 and adopted by the late Don and Joyce Lenth. He has been cremated and will be buried at a later date next to his wife in the Dysart Cemetery. Funeral services will be 10:00 a. Mervin lived in the Clutier area his entire life and graduated from Traer High School in 1960. Moving back to Wichita KS in 2001 he […] Apr 4, 2025 · URBANA-Following an extended illness, David Wesley Dorn, 78, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, MN. Millie was born April 6, 1922 in Homer Township near Keystone, to Herman and Katherine (Schuldt) Stein. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Interment will follow at Keystone Cemetery. Novak, 64, of Chicago, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2014 at his home. Services: 11:00 a. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in rural Jul 24, 2015 · Mildred (Millie) A. Winnie worked as a telephone Aug 18, 2018 · Marian Van Oort Gruchow was born on June 24, 1924, in Sheldon, Iowa, the daughter of Simon and Artie (Mol) Van Oort. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 15, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the St. Irma Podhajsky Bessie Hrstka. The couple made Oct 5, 2020 · Marlene Y. He married Sylvia Randall before he entered the Navy where he served as an […] May 4, 2021 · Lillian Marie Meinhart was born on August 31, 1923, east of Chelsea in Tama County, the first child born to James and Christine (Kvidera) Prusha of Tama. Mr. May 2, 2025. Shay, who retired from teaching vocal music at North Tama at the end of the 2022-23 school year, passed Mar 16, 2018 · Minnie Libbie Patrick, 93, formerly of Tama, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at the Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer under the care of Hospice Compassus. They made their home in Traer in 1988. Mary’s of Mt. He was employed by Eastern Airlines both Nov 15, 2024 · Glenn Michael Jacobsen (Mike), 78, passed away unexpectedly on October 29,2024, after a period of declining health. Ivonne was united in marriage to Loren Feuerbach on June 9, 1951, at St. Michele attended North Tama and Parkersburg schools. There will be a luncheon following the Graveside Service at St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Michele worked for Apr 24, 2025 · News, Sports, Jobs - North Tama Telegraph. com or call 641-844-1234. Marlene was born June 8, 1937, the daughter of Walter and Violet (Paxton) Bryan. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 11:00 AM at St. A celebration of life and faith is being held November 16 at the Life Bible Fellowship Church in Tucson, AZ. Winkelpleck was born south of Dysart on the farm, on October 7, 1939, the son of Ralph and Emma (Raymond Apr 19, 2024 · Ellen passed away on April 11, 2024, at age 80 in Rogers, Arkansas. Kupka, 68, died Friday, February 26, 2016 under the care of St. Phyllis attended Edgewood Country School near Cedar Rapids. Apr 19, 2024 · North Tama Telegraph Obituaries. He was born on August 29, 1934, on the family farm near Garrison, the son of Charles and Thelma (Loveless) Kotouc. Mary worked for the North Tama Community School District for 40 years, starting as an audio-visual technician; she also May 6, 2016 · Marvin “Marv” D. Jim Feb 21, 2025 · He graduated from North Tama High School with the class of 1982. Obituaries. David was born on February 6, 1961, in Vinton, IA, to Robert and Arlene (Snyder) Krafka. Visitation will be held at Overton Funeral Home on Friday, April 29 from 9 to 10:30 a. She was born July 26, 1929, in Plano, the daughter of Lynn and Stella Wells. He graduated from North Tama High School, class of 1975, in Traer, IA where he participated in wrestling and football. Paul […] Jan 19, 2024 · He graduated from North Tama High School in 1969. In 1972, he was united in marriage to Judy Dunham in Cedar Falls. The couple moved to Dysart in 1977 where Pat worked at the Coffee Shop […] Apr 25, 2014 · Ronald L. The family lived in the Columbus Junction area for many Nov 27, 2015 · Ivonne Feuerbach, 84, of Dysart, Iowa, died on November 21, 2015, at Sunnycrest Nursing Center in Dysart. , Friday, December 6, at the church. , Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Geneseo Methodist Church, Buckingham, with Pastor Jim Turner as officiant. Mark was a member of the Aug 5, 2016 · Donna Lea Klettke, age 74, of Wheatland, MO passed away July 27, 2016 at Warsaw Health & Rehab, Warsaw, MO. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 3:00 p. Tom and Helen then moved to San Jose Apr 8, 2016 · Mark Allen Lyons, 52, died Thursday, March 31, 2016 at his daughter’s home in West Des Moines. The couple made their home Mar 3, 2017 · Mark Alan Ewoldt was born on July 17, 1962, in Waterloo, the son of Sherman and Faye Lou (Wells) Ewoldt. Visitation was held Saturday, April 16, 2022, from 9-11 AM at St. Marlene grew up on a farm north of Toledo. Robert graduated from North Tama High School in 1971. LeAnn met Dean Allen Watts her sophomore year of high school on a double-date and they courted on and off for the next five years, marrying on May 30, 1987. He was 84. Dengler, 95, of Dysart, passed away at the Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer on Thursday, December 21, 2017. Oct 7, 2022 · Gary Lee Kersten, 69. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. Funeral services were held 10:30 a. Marian and Lyle owned the Skelly Station and the Standard Station in Traer Apr 5, 2024 · north tama telegraph CONTRIBUTED PHOTO DYSART – Seven-month-old Meyer Jon Winkelpleck spent time with three generations of ‘egg-stra’ special people last Sunday as part of his very first Easter celebrations – his great-grandfather Larry Winkelpleck, Sr. Mark grew up in Dysart and graduated from Dysart-Geneseo High School. browse over 25 Tama County & Tama, Iowa obituary indexes, including newspaper obituaries, death indexes, funeral home obituaries. Burial will be at Dysart Cemetery, Dysart, IA at a later date. Tom married Helen Coleen Olson on May 23,1954, at St. He Sep 18, 2015 · Michele Lei Mennen, 42, of Allison, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo. Paul Catholic Church, Traer with Father Anthony Nketiah as Celebrant. They celebrated forty seven years of marriage. After graduation, she moved to Cedar Rapids where she Apr 25, 2025 · North Tama Telegraph Obituaries. mitchellfh. Lori lived her 66 years as a devoted follower of Christ and entered into the presence of the Lord on January 27, 2025. Ellen was a graduate of Traer-Clutier High School in 1962. Reverend Eric Shaw officiated with Jan 18, 2019 · David William Bottomley was born on January 2, 1946, in Vinton, the son of Bernard and Jane Bottomley. Dodge in Afton, with family receiving friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p. She was united in marriage to Gary Billerbeck on April 4, 1964. She went to country school till the sixth grade then graduated from Toledo High School. Interment […] Feb 13, 2015 · Gordon “Gordie” Earl Robb was born on September 12, 1938, in Waterloo, the son of Earl and Inez (Dunlap) Robb. Heckt, 83, died on October 1, 2020, at Sunnycrest Nursing Center. Services will be held at 10:30 a. newslink. Paul Lutheran Church in Tama with Pastor Warren Riley officiating. on August 27, 2022, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Cedar Rapids. Donald Wayne Hulme was born on May 5, 1942, the son of Arlo and Lola (Vangorp) Hulme in Dinsdale, Iowa. , Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church, Dysart. Burial will be in the Dysart Cemetery. A Memorial Reception will be from 2:00 – 7:00 p. Andrea […] Mar 24, 2017 · Betty Lou was born February 7, 1924, in Dysart, Iowa, the daughter of Louis and Elsie Novak. Mark and Shelby Magnussen were married in 1987 Oct 9, 2015 · Robert Harvey Snow was born April 15th 1931 to Harvey and Norma Snow in Tama county (Traer), Iowa. Hite, 77, of Boston, Massachusetts, and formerly of Dysart. He was born April 2, 1944 in Traer, the son of William and Lorraine (Mildenstein) Banes. He graduated from Dysart High School and held a Political Science degree and a Master’s degree in Economics from Central Missouri State University. In 1973, Don Dec 29, 2017 · Vernon E. On May 1, 1944, Lillian was united in marriage to Milo Nachazel at St. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Carmen & Vernon Armstrong of Wheatland, MO. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday at […] Sep 2, 2021 · The Winkelplecks — along with fellow Tama County recipients Sam Kvidera and Jeremy Sills — received the award presented by the State of Iowa, the Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship, and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources for exemplary, voluntary actions undertaken to “improve or protect the environment and Iowa’s Jun 26, 2015 · Eleanor Marie “Sue” Wilson, 77, of Kaiser, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at Osage Beach Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Center in Osage Beach, Missouri. In his free time, Milo enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. Shirley graduated from Geneseo High School in 1950, she was so proud of the fact she was the only girl in her graduating […] Mar 4, 2016 · Donald J. A graveside service will begin 3:30 p. Mark was born in Waterloo, IA to parents Donald and Janice Lyons. Ohde, 93, died July 19, 2015, at Unity Point Hospice of St. Zmolek in Clutier. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, from 4 to 7 PM at Zion Lutheran Church in Dysart. Dad’s life was guided by a deep and abiding faith. Craig graduated high school with the Class of 1977 from Dysart-Geneseo. Ivonne graduated from Feb 12, 2016 · PEORIA – Edward James Dufek, 91, of Peoria passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. She attended the Dec 15, 2017 · Donald Eugene Banes, 73, of Bradenton, Florida died on December 7, 2017 at his home. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in rural Clutier. Marvin “Marv” Daniel Christiansen was born on June 15, 1958, in Waterloo, the son of Eldon and Darlene (Tanner) Christiansen. He had a special love for cattle. Lynn made it to state, wrestling for North Tama and graduated from North Tama High School in 1964. Peshel, 80. Apr 19, 2024. Marv died at the age of 57 on Sunday, May 1, 2016, ay UnityPoint Allen Hospital in Waterloo surrounded by his family. She was raised and attended schools in Clutier, graduating from North Tama High School with the Class of 1983. Keith passed away on October 16, 2023, at Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer with his children by his side. Apr 25, 2025 · CLUTIER-Bessie Hrstka, 101, of Clutier, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the United Presbyterian Church in Traer with Pastor Brice Hoyt officiating. She was born on November 27, 1931, to Lester and Twylah (Engel) Keese. “Jim” Schrier, 86, of Hudson, died Wednesday, April 19 at Covenant Medical Center. m Apr 27, 2023 · Ida Marie Kosnar, 106, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the Sunrise Hill Care & Rehab Center in Traer. He was born September 28, 1930 in Waterloo the son of Joseph and Kathryn Griffin Schrier. Jim farmed in Hudson and Traer until his retirement. Darla was born on July 12, 1956 May 1, 2015 · Clyde “Bud” Milne, 92, passed away on April 1, 2015, at Broomfield Skilled Nursing Center in Broomfield, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Kody Swearengin. He was born on July 6, 1960, in Waterloo to Richard “Dick” and Adeline (Addie Grimm) Ameling. Betty attended the University of Northern Iowa, and following graduation taught in country schools for two years, then, for two more years in Clutier. Nov 3, 2017 · Mary Elizabeth McLean, 59, of Traer, died Friday, October 27 at Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo after a battle with brain cancer. He graduated from North Tama High School in Traer in 1965. He put himself through college by working as a Merchant Marine on the Great Lakes and received a degree from Detroit Business School. . CLUTIER-Bessie Hrstka, 101, of Clutier, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Nov 10, 2023 · Keith Frank Earley was born on April 18, 1936 in Cedar Rapids, IA. On August 3. Paul’s Catholic Church in Traer on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 10:30 a. Dierks, 86, passed away on December 7th, 2024, in Bristol, VA. Ellen was born in Independence, Iowa, to Charles and Mildred (Basquin) Grover on March 29, 1944. She was married to Rodney Mennen on February 23, 1991, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, and later divorced. He served in the U. Carmel Catholic Church, Eagle Center with burial in the church cemetery. Friday, August 16, 2019 at Powers Funeral Home 612 N. He married Tamara “Tammy” Schuldt on July 25, 1987, in Waterloo. He was born February 23, 1934 in Monticello, Illinois, son of James K. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 4-7 PM at the Traer Community Building in Traer. After high school he farmed with his dad. She had been living at the Keystone Nursing Care Center for six years. He is […] May 26, 2017 · LeRoy Scott Whannel was born on April 2, 1914, the son of Fred and Blanche (Scott) Whannel. Larry attended Dysart Community Schools. Bud was born on July 3, 1922, to Clarence Milne and Gladys (Angel) Milne of Dysart, Iowa, and graduated from Dysart High School in 1941. Inez was born December 15, 1925 in Dysart to William and Rosa Goken Hupfeld and graduated from the Dysart High School with the Class of 1944. He slipped the surly bonds of earth to be with our Lord on September 15th 2015. On October 11, 1943, Marian was united in marriage to Lyle Gruchow. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Roger Alan Vorba, 66, of Santa Paula, CA, passed away on May 1, 2017 in Sylmar, CA. […] Jun 24, 2016 · Verena Jane Vorba was born on February 11, 1930, in Dike, Iowa, the daughter of Mabel and Godfrey Juel. to 7 p. Visitation was held 5:00 p. On April 19, 1954, she was united in marriage to Arthur Schrader at St. Melvin graduated from North Tama High School in 1968. Alma was born May 26, 1928 to Otto and Vera (Sevcik) Vlasak on the family farm west […] Nov 11, 2016 · Donald W. Wednesday at the Overton Funeral Home in Traer. Nov 13, 2015 · Helen Tina Zmolek, 93, of Traer, died Friday, Nov. In Sep 30, 2016 · Florence Shirley Evelyn (Rutledge) Kroeger was born April 24, 1933 in Tama, Iowa, daughter of Theodore and Esther (LaGrange) Rutledge. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 10-11 […] Dec 2, 2016 · Winifred “Winnie” Halupnik was born on March 5, 1922 in Claremont, Minnesota: the daughter of Edward and Margaret (Foley) Duffy. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Irwin, Iowa. Foss, 92, of La Porte City, formerly of Buckingham died Tuesday, September 13 at La Porte City Specialty Care. Interment will follow at Buckingham Cemetery in rural […] Aug 16, 2019 · Gaylord “Fred” Henriksen, 82, of Afton, died Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at the EveryStep Greater Regional Hospice House in Creston. Gerald proudly served as a member of the US Army reserves from 1970-1976. He worked many years at Jul 5, 2023 · John James Willett, 82, of Tama, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Sunny Hill Care Center in Tama. northtamatelegraph. On September 25, 1946, she married Melvin Kupka in Cedar Dec 11, 2015 · Vivian Mary Kvidera, 91, of Clutier, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at the Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer. He was born on October 14, 1946 son of Bill and Bonnie Hite of Dysart, Iowa. Richard preceded her in death on May 25 Jun 3, 2016 · Larry D. Jan 12, 2018 · Melvin Lee Bohnstengel was born on April 15, 1950, to Leo and Dorothy (Reiter) Bohnstengel. M. Gordie graduated from Traer High School. He was an avid crop Jan 7, 2022 · David Lee Parizek Jr. Blocker, 91, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at his residence. The grant funds are being utilized to provide STB kits and training to Tama County school districts that […] Jan 26, 2024 · LA PORTE CITY-Edwin A. The grant funds are being utilized to provide STB kits and training to Tama County school districts that […] Aug 18, 2018 · Marian Van Oort Gruchow was born on June 24, 1924, in Sheldon, Iowa, the daughter of Simon and Artie (Mol) Van Oort. Larry graduated from Dysart High School in 1958, worked at J. Larry D. She was born January 22, 1922, daughter of Joseph and Frances Yuska. Submit an obit for publication in any local newspaper and on Legacy. She was born on October 11, 1931, in La Porte City, Iowa, the daughter of Uri Richard and Wilma (Smith) Elliott. It was enriched by the love of his parents, his siblings, his relatives, his wife, his children, his grandchildren, his great-grandchildren, his great-great-grandchildren, and countless friends Feb 8, 2023 · Paul Andrew Upah, 85, of Marshalltown and formerly of Tama, passed away December 27, 2022, at Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids. Gloria was born on October 7, 1944, in Marshalltown, Iowa to George and Mayme (Riha) Strachota. Baldwin, 87, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024, at La Porte City Specialty Care, following a short illness. She was born April 10, 1931 to William and Nettie (Wright) Conn in Jefferson County, Kentucky. Mark was a member of the Nov 20, 2015 · Barry Dean Ewoldt was born on July 10, 1960, in Waterloo, the son of Royce and Patricia (Green) Ewoldt. Jay entered his heavenly home on August 10, 2023, at the family home where he was loved and […] Mar 8, 2024 · TRAER-Dale William Posusta, 69, of Traer, passed away Monday, February 26, 2024 at his home due to a sudden illness. The family resided in Rowley until Ellen was age 4, then they moved to Clutier, Iowa. Friday. She married Jim Ohrt in 1962 and had […] Dec 27, 2024 · With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Lonny Lee Karr, 66, in his Traer home on December 17, 2024. Interment will be private at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Toledo. He died October 17, 1989 Helen was a homemaker who loved to cook and bake kolaches and rohlicky and loved to listen to Czech music. Luke Evangelical […] Oct 25, 2021 · Clair Earl Stoakes, age 101, of Winside, Nebraska died Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at Countryview Care Center in Wayne. Visitation will be Thursday, January 18th at Phillips Funeral Home in Keystone from 4 p. He worked for Cargill Seed Division for 16 years in both Kansas and California. Patrick Catholic Church in Tama with a Memorial Mass following at 11:00 […] Dec 13, 2024 · Shirley Maxine (Keese) Wolfgram passed away on November 28, 2024, at UnityPoint-Waterloo. Bud and LaVaun “Bonnie” (Raymond) Gilliatt of Garrison, Iowa, were married on September 2, 1948. He attended UNI prior to coming home to run the family business. She grew up in Milford and graduated from Milford High School. She graduated from Forest City High School in 1947 and from Iowa State Teacher’s College in 1949. She graduated from Toledo High School in 1939. com/obituaries/2021/12/12/margaret-agnes-wauters-99-of-dysart/ Sep 20, 2024 · TRAER-Mark William McCrary, 77, of Traer, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at UnityPoint Allen Hospital in Waterloo. Dec 12, 2021 · Obituary for Margaret Agnes Wauters: http://www. Upon his graduation from high school in 1968, Gerald attended Iowa State University. Pat graduated from Gladbrook High School in 1963. On June 15, 1968, he was united in marriage to […] Aug 28, 2020 · Delbert Ray Pressley, 75, of Panama City Beach FL, died July 27, 2020. Apr 25, 2025. Irene Gertrude Kupka was born on October 11, 1918, in Chelsea, Iowa, the daughter of Aug 2, 2024 · TRAER – North Tama, Traer-Clutier and Traer’s honored alumni will gather for a reunion on Friday and Saturday, August 9 and 10 during the annual Winding Stairs Festival. Dec 20, 2024 · LaVera "Vera" Arp, 103, of Traer, IA passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at her residence. He married Irene Wacha on April 22, 1941. He owned Cizek Manufacturing and Distributing, a repair and manufacturing company in Clutier that he took over from his father in 1972. Internment will be held at Oneida Cemetery near Clutier. Brockhaus-Howser-Funeral Home in Norfolk, Nebraska is in charge of arrangements. She worked as a nursing assistant and home care provider until retirement. Graveside Services will be held Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Buckingham Cemetery in Traer with Rev. Born 30AUG1929 to Henry and Minnie (Schrage) Voigts on their farm near Vilmar (north of Allison, Iowa), one of seven siblings. She was born December 25, 1972, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Cindy (Wolfgram) and Mark Dedic. Keith attended country school and graduated from Traer […] Feb 3, 2017 · Gloria Jean Hlas, 72, went to be with the Lord on Sunday January 29, 2017. There will be a rosary service at 9 a. Thursday, Aug. Burial: Westview Cemetery, La Porte City. She received her education in country schools and graduated from Tama High School in 1941. Following graduation, Ben farmed alongside his father while taking classes at Hawkeye Tech in Animal Science and Agricultural Studies. The couple made their home in Traer, the town he loved. and burial will occur at St. He attended the Geneseo (Iowa) School. They had two children, a son, Dennis Apr 29, 2016 · Irene G. Vernon Ernest Dengler was born on July 15, 1922, in Dysart, the son of Ernest and Lillian (Jansen) Dengler. With an overcast sky abundant with heavy clouds, the weekly Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, April 21, was well attended with a possible closed session on the agenda – a session that instead remained wide Dec 20, 2024 · Andrea Kay Peterson Woehlk, 68, of Dysart, IA, formerly of Marshalltown, IA passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at MercyOne Hospital in Waterloo, IA from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in rural Black Hawk County. A Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 9:30-11 AM at St. He attended North Tama Community Schools and was involved with FFA, winning many ribbons. She was raised and attended schools in Tama. Don graduated from North Tama High School in 1962. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. Wednesday, July 22, at the Keystone Cemetery. ; three brothers Aug 16, 2023 · Jay Dean Wilson was welcomed into the Wilson family on April 13, 1957. He and his siblings were raised by his paternal grandparents, Louis and Hilda Bohnstengel, after his parents were killed in a car accident in 1961. m. Felts, 87, of Traer died Wednesday, March 10 at Grundy County Memorial Hospital. 6, at her home surrounded by love. On June 3, 1972 May 2, 2025 · TOLEDO – Tama County Public Health & Home Care (TCPH&HC) recently received $19,203. He began Jan 8, 2016 · Darla Marie Wills, 59, of Grundy Center, Iowa passed away on Friday, December 25, 2015 at Allen Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa, from complications of kidney disease, which she battled since 1976. Sam was […] Feb 7, 2025 · Lonny Karr. Edward was born on Sept. Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home is assisting the family. While living in Georgia, Dennis earned a bachelor's degree in computer information systems at DeVry University, Decatur, graduating with the class of 1997. Steve grew up in Waterloo, attending St. Army on January 16, 1969 and was honorably discharged on October 18, 1971. He was raised on the family farm in Dysart and graduated with the Dysart-Geneseo High School Class of 1978. A visitation will be held from 1-2 p. Dicks, 94, of Davenport, IA, passed away January 6, 2019, at ManorCare Health Services in Davenport. Lynn served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was also stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. Lillian and Milo made their home on the family farm until . It was his wish to be cremated and there will be no public services. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Dysart with Pastor Gary Johnson officiating. Click or call (800) 729-8809. Oct 25, 2024 · Pamela Lenth Ohrt Pam, 80, of Franklin, TN, formerly of Traer, IA, passed away peacefully on Oct. andersonfhs. David was born December 22, 1946, in Dallas, OR, the son of Wesley and Marjorie […] Mar 1, 2019 · Doren W. to 7:00 p. Jun 7, 2024 · Robert Craig Vojtech was born on October 23, 1952, son of Marvin and Beverly (Thede) Vojtech, of Traer, IA. Corrine Mae Krug was born on February 23, 1929 in Dysart, IA, to Otto and Mary Jane (McNamee) Krug. Luke’s Hospice in Cedar Rapids. She was a homemaker. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p. She was born on April 18, 1938, daughter Aug 23, 2021 · A Celebration of Life for Alma Esther Caloud will be held Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 1:30 PM at Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home in Tama with Pastor James Perry officiating. He then attended Marshalltown Community College. When Florence was 16 years old, she met Russell Gale Kroeger, Sr. Neal was born September 5, 1932 to Adolph and Margaret Himschoot where Neal was later known by many names including Dad, Brother, Papa, Grandpa, “That Guy,” and Duke. She graduated from Traer High School in 1941. Halupnik on September 30, 1944 at the Immaculate Conception Church at Blessing; he preceded her in death in December 1988. He attended Iowa State University and Gates Business College. Vivian was born on December 15, 1923, on a farm north of Traer, Iowa, the daughter of Edward and Mamie (Holubar) Yuska. With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Lonny Lee Karr, 66, in his Traer home on December 17, 2024. August 25, 2022. mawuj brz qxnrhhcq fsx menf owh trcq zhid mcmxnog gzyi gbahg utsriprf txr jwwsxk dui