Obituaries

April 27, 1949 - September 21, 2023

Vicki J. Mischke

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Vicki Joanne Mischke, 74, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Sioux City following a short illness.   A visitation will be 4:00 to 8:00 PM Monday, September 25, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie. Private…
March 13, 1945 - September 7, 2023

James P. Good

Des Moines, IA

James P. Good 78, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away Thursday morning, September 7th, 2023. He was born March 13th, 1945 in Fort Dodge to Paul and Ruth (Hepp) Good. In 1968 He married Peggy Kruckenberg in Lytton, Iowa. He attended school in Rockwell City and later served in the army in ‘65-67.…
September 23, 1946 - September 6, 2023

Robert D. Paullin

Paton, IA

  Paton – Robert D. Paullin 76, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023 in Paton.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 16, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the Church until…
September 4, 1933 - August 31, 2023

Ruby Phillips

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Ruby E. Phillips, 89 passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital.Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday, September 8, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Gowrie Township Cemetery. A visitation will…
February 18, 1929 - August 27, 2023

Max Orville Palmer

Des Moines, IA

  Des Moines – Max O. Palmer, 94, formerly of Gowrie and Rockwell City, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Scottish Rite Park in Des Moines.   Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday September 5, 2023, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis and Lay Minister…
December 12, 1951 - August 23, 2023

John Russell Anderson

Ames, IA

 Ames – John R. Anderson, 71, formerly of Harcourt, passed away, Wednesday August 23, 2023 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.   Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, August 28, 2023, at Memorial Lutheran Church, Ames, with Pastor David Beagley, Pastor Mark Heilman, and…
July 22, 1969 - August 17, 2023

Barbara Jean Johnson

Fort Dodge, IA

  Fort Dodge – Barbara J. Johnson, 54, passed away, Thursday August 17, 2023, at her home.   A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of arrangements.   Barbara is survived by her daughter Jessica Johnson; son…
April 23, 1934 - August 7, 2023

Dorothy Ann Anderson

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE       Dorothy A. Anderson, 89, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church, Pastor Denise Burns is officiating the service.…
March 10, 1947 - August 3, 2023

Bruce A. Kneller

Cameron, MO

Lytton – Bruce A. Kneller 76, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023 at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cameron, Missouri.  Funeral Services will be Friday, September 1, 2023 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns officiating. Burial of casket will be…
December 7, 1937 - August 2, 2023

Donald M. Eldridge

Jolley, IA

Jolley – Donald M. Eldridge 85, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at his home in Jolley.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at the Jolley Community United Methodist Church, Jolley, with Pastor Felix Tshibang officiating.  Burial will be at…
September 24, 1936 - July 26, 2023

Mary Ann Board

Mason City, IA

  Farnhamville - Mary Ann (Milberger) Board, 86, of Mason City, IA, passed away July 26, 2023, at Heritage Care Center in Mason City.    A Memorial Service will take place at 11:00 AM, Friday August 4, 2023, at the First United Church, Farnhamville, IA with Pastor Laurene Banza and…
September 15, 1956 - July 23, 2023

Elaine E. Saliger

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Elaine E. Saliger, 66, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 at her home.  A graveside service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in Evergreen Cemetery in Lohrville led by Pastor Doug Rushton of New Covenant Church. A visitation will be 11:00 AM Wednesday until 1:30 PM at…
July 28, 1932 - July 23, 2023

Gary Lee Vinchattle

Apple Valley, MN

  Callender - Gary Lee Vinchattle of Apple Valley, Minnesota passed away peacefully on July 23, 2023, just short of his 91st birthday.   Graveside services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday August 2, 2023, at Callender Cemetery with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating and…
March 17, 1927 - July 22, 2023

Oda Viola Anderson

Fort Dodge, IA

  GOWRIE - Oda V. Anderson, 96, of Fort Dodge, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2023, at Friendship Haven, surrounded by her loving family.  Funeral services will be 1:00pm Monday, July 31, 2023, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  A visitation…
May 16, 1940 - July 16, 2023

John T. Black

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – John T. Black 83, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Loring Hospital in Sac City.  A Celebration of Life Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 2, 2023 at the Gathering Place, Twin Lakes Bible Camp, 7718 Twin Lakes Road Manson, IA  50563, with Pastor Denise…
January 27, 1950 - July 8, 2023

David E. Wiggins

Rockwell City, IA

David “Ozzie” Eugene Wiggins, 73, of Rockwell City, lost his brief courageous fight against leukemia on July 8, 2023 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa.       A Celebration of Life will be held at David and Robin’s home, 134 E Court St. on…
July 12, 1941 - July 3, 2023

Marilyn L. Strutzenberg

Knierim, IA

Knierim – Marilyn L. Strutzenberg 81, passed away Monday, July 3, 2023 at Kennybrook Village in Grimes.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Knierim, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich officiating.  Burial of ashes will be at Greenfield…
June 2, 1961 - June 29, 2023

Danny L. Kraft

Grand Junction, IA

Grand Junction – Danny L. Kraft 62, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge, after a lengthy battle with cancer.  Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Noon Monday, July 3, 2023 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral…
June 8, 1933 - June 18, 2023

Roger A. Hirsch

Paton, IA

Paton- Roger A. Hirsch, 90, passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge.    Memorial services will be 10:30 AM Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. The services will be…
October 23, 1951 - June 10, 2023

Sandra M. Graffunder

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Sandra M. Graffunder 71, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Fonda Specialty Care in Fonda.  Her wishes were to be cremated.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Missy Erickson…
August 19, 1969 - June 9, 2023

Roger W. Wheeler

Rockwell City, IA

Roger Wheeler, 53, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023, surrounded by family at home. Roger has been battling health issues for a couple years. Celebration of Life: 4:00 -7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 16, 2023, at 520 Richmond Street Rockwell City, Iowa. Food and drinks will be…
November 5, 1936 - June 4, 2023

Charles I Morford

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt- Charles I. Morford, 86, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Grandview Health Care Center, Dayton.  Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Kay Christie officiating. Burial will follow in Dayton Cemetery with military rites…
February 1, 1921 - May 29, 2023

Carene M. Folden

Rockwell City, IA

 Rockwell City – Carene M. Folden 102, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.       Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City.     Funeral Services were held…
August 28, 1979 - May 27, 2023

Molly K. Sanders

Gowrie, IA

Molly K. Sanders, 43, of Gowrie IA passed into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ, May 27, 2023, at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge IA. Services will be held Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Mission Community Church in Harcourt IA. Visitation will be at 9:30 am, service at 11:00 am…
December 11, 1949 - May 25, 2023

Cindy L. Youngquist

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Cindy L Youngquist 73, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at the Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis and Lay Minister Beth Carlon officiating. …
July 5, 1947 - May 20, 2023

Steven D. Anderson

Sarnia, Ontario, Canada

  Gowrie – Steven D Anderson, 75, of Sarnia, Ontario, Canada, formerly of Gowrie, passed away May 20, 2023, at his home.   Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday July 1, 2023 (PLEASE NOTE THE DATE) at Gowrie Township Cemetery with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Military…
February 8, 1929 - May 12, 2023

Julia Irene Rieken

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt – Julia Irene Rieken 94, passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 18, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Harcourt, with Pastor Kay. Christie officiating.  Burial will be at Lost Grove…
February 28, 1933 - May 4, 2023

Richard "Dick" Larson

Callender, IA

 Callender – Richard “Dick” Larson 90, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  His wishes were to be cremated and no services.  Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is…
April 16, 1950 - April 27, 2023

Janet L. Eggenberger

Somers, IA

Somers – Janet L. Eggenberger 73, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  As per her wishes, her body was gifted to the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine for neurological research, followed by cremation and a Private Family Celebration…
August 18, 1936 - April 26, 2023

Myrna Joyce Van Meter

Gallipolis, OH

  Farnhamville - Myrna Joyce Mobley Van Meter, 86, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, Ohio.   Funeral Services will be 1:00 PM Wednesday May 3, 2023, at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Visitation…
September 18, 1957 - April 23, 2023

Cindy S. Sittig

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Cindy S. Sittig 65, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 surrounded by her family at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor…
December 5, 1945 - April 18, 2023

Nikolas R Telleen

Gowrie, IA

Nikolas Rae Telleen, 77, of Gowrie died April 18th, 2023 after a recurrence of cancer. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 26th from 4-7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 1003 Church St., Gowrie, IA. Funeral services will be Thursday, April 27th at 10:30 a.m., also at Zion, with Pastor Jim Davis…
January 22, 1939 - April 16, 2023

Carl "Bud" Johanson

Gowrie, IA

 Carl Dennis "Bud" Johanson, 84, was born January 22, 1939, to Elmer and Dorothy (Gorman) Johanson near Dayton, Iowa and passed away on April 16, 2023, at MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, Sioux City.    Memorial services for Bud will be at 12:00 noon Wednesday, April 19,…
February 17, 1943 - April 15, 2023

Leola A Goodwin

Bonita Springs, FL

  Farnhamville - Leola A Goodwin, 80, passed away April 15, 2023, surrounded by her husband and children at Joann’s Hospice House in Bonita Springs, Florida.   Memorial services will be 12:00 PM Noon Friday May 5, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis and Lay…
May 9, 1936 - April 9, 2023

Raymond P. Vought

Rockwell City, IA

  Rockwell City – Raymond P. Vought 86, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 at his home.  Memorial Services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns officiating.  Visitation will be…
February 23, 1931 - April 3, 2023

Weston A. Thompson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Weston Alan Thompson 92, went home to the Lord on Monday, April 3, 2023. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with a one hour visitation prior to the service and Rev. Dan G. Fernandez officiating. …
June 7, 1960 - April 2, 2023

Myrla F. Kloster

Rockwell City, IA

 Rockwell City – Myrla F. Kloster 62, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at her home due to failing health.  Private Family burial took place at Lake Creek Township Cemetery, near Lake City. A Family conducted Celebration of life will be Saturday April 22, 2023 at the Calhoun County…
September 19, 1939 - March 25, 2023

Lyle L. Fridolfson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Lyle L. Fridolfson 83, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023 at his home. A visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2023 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, followed by a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm.  Memorials may be left to the…
February 6, 1951 - March 12, 2023

Mark E. Maulsby

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Mark E. Maulsby 72, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023 at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Dan G. Fernandez officiating.  Burial of…
November 25, 1940 - March 12, 2023

Billy D. McElduff

Fort Dodge, IA

Billy Darrell McElduff passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society Manson, Iowa. Graveside services will be 12:00 p.m. Noon Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Rosehill Cemetery, with the church officiating. Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the…
July 21, 1939 - March 10, 2023

Ruth Ann Dischler

Manson, IA

Manson – Ruth Ann Dischler 83, passed away Friday, March 10, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns…
November 4, 1939 - March 8, 2023

Patricia Juvette

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Patricia Juvette 83, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at her home, following a lengthy illness.  Her body was gifted to the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine for anatomical research.  No services are planned.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home,…
June 13, 1929 - March 3, 2023

Dewayne Hinton

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dewayne Hinton 93, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m.  Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Dan G. Fernandez officiating.  Burial…
January 16, 1927 - February 27, 2023

Darlene R. Nyren

Loveland, CO

Loveland, CO – Darlene R. Nyren 96, formerly of Gowrie and Lanyon, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023 at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, following a brief illness.  Private Family Services will be at a later date.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is serving the…
August 9, 1922 - February 5, 2023

Marie E. Hockemeier

Gowrie , IA

Gowrie - Marie E. Hockemeier, 100, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at Aspire of Gowrie Care Center.  Memorial Services will be 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. A visitation will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday…
August 8, 1934 - February 4, 2023

Judith E. Seil

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Judith E. Seil, 88 passed away Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Thomas Rest Haven, Coon Rapids. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday, February 10, 2023 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. Burial will be in Reading Township Cemetery,…
March 8, 1952 - February 2, 2023

Morrison Eddy Ellis

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Morrison “Eddy” Ellis 70, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 6, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor…
September 10, 1949 - January 20, 2023

Robert S. Patton

Gowrie, IA

    Bob Patton, 73, Gowrie, died January 20, 2023 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge, Iowa.       Robert Stephen Patton, son of James and Annice Patton, was born September 10, 1949, in Fort Dodge. He graduated from Prairie High School in 1967 and…
November 28, 1928 - January 17, 2023

Elmer H. Flickinger

Urbandale, IA

Elmer H. Flickinger 94, formerly of Harcourt, passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at his home in Urbandale.  Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 20, 2023 at New Hope United Methodist Church 4525 Beaver Ave., Des Moines, Iowa…
June 18, 1930 - January 2, 2023

Jack L. Sandvig

Twin Lakes, IA

  Twin Lakes – Jack L. Sandvig 92, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society at Manson.  Funeral Services for Betty and Jack Sandvig will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Jim Bruch officiating at…
July 10, 1930 - December 30, 2022

Elizabeth "Betty" Sandvig

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Elizabeth J. “Betty” Sandvig 92, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at Good Samaritan Society in Manson.       Funeral Services for Betty and Jack Sandvig will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2023 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell…
September 16, 1939 - December 30, 2022

Keith W. Wicklein

Harcourt, IA

HARCOURT      Keith W. Wicklein, 83, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.     Private family Graveside Services will be Thursday, January 5, 2023 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery.  A public visitation will be…
February 7, 1939 - December 28, 2022

Carol M. McElduff

Fort Dodge, IA

Carol Mae McElduff, 83, passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge, Iowa. Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 30, 2022 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Bishop Dan Jensen officiating.  Palmer…
December 25, 1933 - December 24, 2022

Carolyn M. Richardson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Carolyn M. Richardson 88, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2022 at Affectionate Care Assisted Living in Richmond, Texas.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 12, 2023 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Timothy R. Schott…
February 14, 1935 - December 10, 2022

Janet A. Decker

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Janet A. Decker 87, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022 at her home.  A Celebration of Life will be 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2022 (PLEASE NOTE DATE) at the Heartland Bank Community Room in Gowrie.  Graveside Services will be at a later date in Lost Grove…
July 9, 1933 - December 10, 2022

Viola M. Bahls

Rockwell City , IA

Rockwell City - Viola M. Bahls, 89, passed away Saturday December 10, 2022, at the Rehabilitation Center of Allison, Iowa.   Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 15, 2022 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, east of Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich officiating. Burial…
November 11, 1953 - December 8, 2022

Mary Fouts Metzger

West Bend, IA

West Bend – Mary M. Fouts Metzger 69, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch…
March 18, 1931 - November 24, 2022

Vivian J. Hanson

Callender, IA

CALLENDER – Vivian J. Hanson 91, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Bickford Senior Living in Fort Dodge.Vivian was born on March 18, 1931 to Kelly and Viola (Evanson) Lowry. She was preceded in death by her husband Dale, parents Kelly and Viola (Evanson) Lowry, siblings Maxine…
April 9, 1966 - November 20, 2022

Dorthy L. Heilman

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dorthy L. Heilman 56, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Park View Rehabilitation Center in Sac City.       Dorthy is survived by her siblings, Nettie Camp, Rebecca Mohr, Lois Cooper, Theresa Barger, and Curtis Hiner; many nieces, nephews, other…
March 5, 1950 - November 20, 2022

Paul D. Wetter

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Paul D. Wetter 72, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 at his home.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2022 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Clair L. Boes officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial.  A Parish Rosary…
July 30, 1961 - November 16, 2022

Carter M Smith

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Carter M. Smith, 61, passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at his home. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Greg and Pastor Deb Stano officiating. Burial will be in Reading Township Cemetery, Farnhamville.…
September 27, 1931 - October 27, 2022

Dorothy J. Keiser

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dorothy J. Keiser 91, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 27, 2022 at her home.  A Private Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Rev. Dan Fernandez officiating.  Burial of casket will be…
November 24, 1943 - October 21, 2022

Victoria "Vickie" T. Stumpf

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Victoria T. Stumpf 78, passed away Friday, October 21, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m.  Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch and Fr. Michael Amadeo…
January 29, 1953 - October 8, 2022

Greg Benson

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE     Greg Benson, 69, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022 at University of Iowa Health Center after a fierce battle with cancer.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 14, 2022 at First Covenant Church Fort Dodge with Pastor Allan Redenius officiating. …
November 20, 1947 - October 8, 2022

Marvin J. Cates

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Marvin J. Cates 74, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022 at his home south of Rockwell City, surrounded by his family, following a short battle with cancer.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City,…
April 21, 1948 - October 2, 2022

Ruth D. Bartels

Waukee, IA

Lytton – Ruth D. Bartels 74, of Waukee, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022 at her home in Waukee, Iowa.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at Emanuel-St. John Lutheran Church, Lytton with Pastor Ben Worley and Pastor Robin Coughennower officiating. …
August 21, 1937 - September 29, 2022

Colleen "Coke" Ellis

Jolley, IA

  Jolley – Colleen R. “Coke” or “Grandma Pop” Ellis 85, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at the Jolley Community United Methodist Church, Jolley, with…
March 31, 1937 - September 17, 2022

Loren Stoltz

Wentzville, MO

Wentzville, MO - Loren Stoltz 85, passed away September 17, 2022.  A Memorial Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial.  Visitation will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the…
September 28, 1943 - September 9, 2022

Vicki D. Fagan

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Vicki D. Fagan 78, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.       Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 22, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Rev. Dan G.  Fernandez…
November 20, 1929 - September 5, 2022

Joyce J. Babcock

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Joyce J. Babcock, 92, passed away Monday, September 5, 2022 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home.  Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, September 10, 2022 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Chaplain John Briley officiating. Private family burial will be in…
June 25, 1951 - September 3, 2022

Kenneth J. Heim

Jolley, IA

Jolley – Kenneth J. Heim 71, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Stewart Memorial Hospital, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at Augustana Lutheran Church, Manson, with Pastor Peter Rosenqvist officiating.  Burial of Casket will be at…
March 27, 1951 - September 3, 2022

Roger L. Ramthun

Charles City, IA

Roger L. Ramthun, 72, of Charles City, passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City.  A funeral service for Roger Ramthun will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at Immanuel Lutheran Church east of Rockwell City, Iowa with pastor…
December 7, 1925 - September 1, 2022

Marion R. Peterson

Callender, IA

Callender – Marion R. Peterson 96, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating. …
November 26, 1929 - August 22, 2022

Roger D. Bahls

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Roger D. Bahls 92, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022 at Good Samaritan Society in Manson.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, east of Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich officiating.  Burial of casket…
August 16, 1933 - August 13, 2022

Marlene M. Stacy

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Marlene M. Stacy 88, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  A Celebration of Life will be 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 19, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is assisting the…
August 1, 1945 - August 9, 2022

Diane J. Reed

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt – Diane J. Reed 77, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at Mary Greeley Medical Center, Ames.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will be at Cedar Township…
February 12, 1958 - August 1, 2022

David A. Fevold

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – David A. Fevold, 64, passed away Monday, August 1, 2022 at Aspire Nursing & Rehab of Gowrie. Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Friday, August 5, 2022 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Denise Berns officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. Visitation…
April 5, 1938 - July 29, 2022

John O. Kerns

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – John O. Kerns 84, of Rockwell City, formerly of Lohrville, passed away Friday, July 29, 2022 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 5, 2022 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor…
February 13, 1963 - July 28, 2022

Marjorie "JoJo" Swank

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy – Marjorie “JoJo” J. Swank 59, formerly of Liberal, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Acurra Healthcare of Pomeroy.  A Celebration of Life Gathering will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 7, 2022 at her brother Marty Garrison residence, 306 West Elm…
August 13, 1933 - July 25, 2022

Delores A. Buske

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy      Delores A. “Dee” Buske, 88, formerly of Farnhamville passed away Monday July 25, 2022 at Accura Healthcare of Pomeroy.     Public visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday July 28, 2022, at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie. Burial will be at a later…
June 10, 1937 - July 21, 2022

Delores L. Anderson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Delores L. Anderson 85, passed away Thursday, July 21, 2022 at Regency Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Carroll.  Private Family Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Rev. Owen R. Englin…
May 6, 1986 - July 18, 2022

Audrey L. Gleason Short

Fort Dodge, IA

Audrey Lynn Gleason Short, 36, of Fort Dodge, recently gave her life to Jesus Christ, and was taken to her Heavenly home on Monday, July 18th, 2022, surrounded by family and her best friend, Mindy. Audrey was born to Brian and Vicki (Board) Gleason on May 6, 1986 in Iowa City. She was born in the…
July 5, 1930 - July 11, 2022

Raymond J. Norine

Fort Dodge, IA

GOWRIE – Raymond J. Norine, 92, died Monday, July 11, at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 26, 2022 (NOTE THE DATE) at Zion Lutheran Church,Gowrie, with Pastor Denise Berns officiating. A visitation will be 1 PM until the start of the service at…
June 16, 1955 - July 4, 2022

Clark A. Johnson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Clark A. Johnson 67, passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 4, 2022 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 7, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns…
December 10, 1930 - June 28, 2022

Richard Monson

Gowrie, IA

   GOWRIE - Richard D. Monson, 91, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home.  Private Family Services will be at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden of the United Methodist Church, Gowrie officiating. Burial will follow at Gowrie Township…
March 14, 1973 - June 26, 2022

Monica S. Payne

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Monica S. Payne 49, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2022, at UnityPoint-St. Luke’s in Sioux City.  Private Family Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Lance Kotrch officiating.  A Public…
January 4, 1946 - June 25, 2022

Paul H. Wolf

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Paul H. Wolf 76, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at his home.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating.  Burial will be at Reading Township…
July 6, 1923 - June 23, 2022

Dorothy L. Willardson

Fort Dodge, IA

  Dorothy Lou Willardson of Gowrie, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2022 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice house.  She was 13 days shy of her 99th birthday. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, June 27, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden…
November 23, 1933 - June 22, 2022

Beverly A. Schoon

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Beverly A. Schoon 88, formerly of Rockwell City and Twin Lakes, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at Arbor Springs of West Des Moines.  Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City,…
May 10, 1949 - June 15, 2022

Thomas I. Maulsby

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Thomas I. Maulsby III 73, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.  In honor of Tom’s wishes, following his gift to Iowa Donor Network, he will be cremated and there are no formal services.  Palmer & Swank Funeral…
May 19, 1927 - June 15, 2022

Wanda P. Smith

Fort Dodge, IA

Fort Dodge-Wanda P. Smith, 95, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Gowrie passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at Friendship Haven.  Funeral services will 1:30 PM Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery.…
July 14, 1925 - June 13, 2022

Dale F. Stumpf

Rockwell City, IA

Dale F. Stumpf, age 96 years, of Rockwell City, IA, passed away Monday, June 13, 2022, at Journey Senior Home in Carroll, Iowa.      Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2022, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the…
February 2, 1958 - June 12, 2022

James A. Hanson

Callender, IA

  Callender – James A. Hanson 64, formerly of Callender, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2022 at the Marian Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2022 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano…
February 27, 1937 - June 11, 2022

Gary L. Kruse

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Gary L. Kruse 85, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022 at his home.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will be at Callender Cemetery.  Visitation will be…
January 27, 1954 - June 3, 2022

Alan J. Fiala

Webster City, IA

  Alan Joseph Fiala, 68 passed away peacfully at home under hospice care Friday, June 3, 2022.   Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday June 11, 2022, at 1st Congregational UCC Church, 1000 Willson Ave., Webster City. Burial will be at Elkhorn Township Cemetery, Moorland.…
April 21, 1920 - May 26, 2022

Robert A. Sexton

Manson, IA

Manson – Robert A. Sexton 102, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Society of Manson.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with…
April 20, 1945 - May 23, 2022

James E. Sandberg

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – James E. Sandberg 77, passed away Monday, May 23, 2022 at his home.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will be at Lost Grove Township Cemetery near Harcourt.…
October 21, 1932 - May 21, 2022

Jerome Yetmar

Jacksonville, AR

Jerome Edwin Yetmar, 89, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed away May 21, 2022. He was born October 21, 1932 in Moorland, Iowa to the late Otto and Anna (Lennon) Yetmar. In addition to his parents, Jerome was welcomed into Heaven by his wife, Zadonna Mae Yetmar; and siblings, Robert Yetmar, and…
April 21, 1947 - May 18, 2022

Judy Warrick

Dallas Center, IA

Gowrie  Judy Ann Warrick, 75, of Gowrie, Iowa, passed away peacefully the morning of Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Spurgeon Manor in Dallas Center, Iowa, surrounded by her loving family. She fought a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease for the past five years. Memorial…
August 24, 1930 - May 3, 2022

Charlotte M. Haub

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Charlotte M. Haub 91, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Visitation will be 1:00…
February 12, 1945 - May 2, 2022

Diane Cronin

West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines - Diane Cronin 77, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022. Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Father Lynn Bruch officiating.  A luncheon will follow at the Rockwell City Community Center on the…
August 3, 1953 - May 1, 2022

Mark L. Knutson

Las Vegas, NV

Callender - Mark Loehr Knutson 68, of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Callender collapsed suddenly at home and passed away enroute to the hospital on the evening of May 1, 2022.         Memorial services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, April 22, 2023 (PLEASE NOTE DATE) at Our…
September 2, 1972 - April 30, 2022

Christopher D. Smith

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Christopher D. Smith 49, passed away Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns…
January 9, 1924 - April 24, 2022

Dorothy L. Siemann

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dorothy L. Siemann 98, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2022 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 29, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise Berns…
November 6, 1944 - April 22, 2022

Nancy Laughlin

Norwalk, IA

Norwalk – Nancy C. Laughlin 77, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family in Norwalk following a lengthy illness. Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Denise…
July 8, 1966 - April 22, 2022

Trent Lee Barringer

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City- Trent L. Barringer, 55, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022 at his home following a lengthy illness. A visitation will be 11:00 to 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, followed by a graveside service at 2:30 PM at Rosehill Cemetery,…
December 17, 1956 - April 16, 2022

Marilyn "Mellen" Skoglund

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Marilyn “Mellen” B. Skoglund 65, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022 at Greene County Medical Center, Jefferson.  Graveside Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2022 at Reading Township Cemetery, Farnhamville, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. …
November 24, 1946 - March 31, 2022

Garland D Casey

Jolley , IA

Jolley – Garland D. “Spike” Casey, 75, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Park View Rehabilitation Center in Sac City. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 5th at 11:00 AM at Palmer & Swank Funeral Home in Rockwell City with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.…
April 4, 1944 - March 29, 2022

Edward Bird

Webster City , IA

   Edward Bird, 77, of Webster City passed away March 29, 2022, at Crestview Manor.    Graveside services will be at a later date at St. Francis Cemetery, Rockwell City. Palmer & Swank Funeral Home is serving the family.    Ed is survived by his wife Phyllis,…
May 20, 1934 - March 23, 2022

Almeda M. Gordon

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Almeda M. Gordon, 87, passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Society in Manson.   Funeral services will be 10:30 AM on Monday, March 28th at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Gowrie Township Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday from 3:00 to…
May 5, 1924 - March 22, 2022

Mavis E. Baird

Johnston, IA

Lake View – Mavis E. Baird 97, formerly of Spirit Lake and Rockwell City, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Bishop Drumm Care Center in Johnston.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Ferguson Cemetery near Lake View, Iowa, with Pastor Anita Bane…
October 9, 1947 - March 20, 2022

Gregory W. Schmadeke

Callender, IA

Callender – Gregory W. Schmadeke 74, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Mary Greeley Medical Center, Ames.  A Celebration of Life Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Prairie Lakes Church, Fort Dodge, with Pastor Kyle Dana officiating, and Military Flag presentation…
November 18, 1931 - March 16, 2022

Marian Jo Hawkinson

Worthington, MN

Worthington, Minnesota – Marian J. Hawkinson 90, formerly of Worthington, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge, Iowa.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Memory Garden Cemetery, Worthington, Minnesota, with…
March 12, 1950 - March 13, 2022

Rosemary E. Stickrod

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Rosemary E. Stickrod 72, was reunited with her husband Tim on Sunday, March 13, 2022 after passing away at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Private Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Reading Township Cemetery, near Farnhamville,…
September 11, 1934 - March 8, 2022

Jerry D. Petersen

Apache Junction, AZ

Rockwell City – Jerry Dean Petersen 87, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Apache Junction, Arizona.  No Services are planned at this time and burial will be at a later date.      Jerry is survived by his children, Randy (Peggy) Petersen…
April 2, 1930 - March 3, 2022

Marilyn J. Sorenson

Roelyn, IA

Roelyn – Marilyn J. Sorenson 91, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the Community Care Center in Stuart.  Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at the Callender Cemetery, Callender, with Rev. Mike Carlson officiating.  Visitation will be 1:00 p.m.…
January 6, 1935 - February 26, 2022

Bette Joan Gran

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Bette Joan Lund DeLance Gran 87, formerly of Soldier, Iowa and Moorhead, Iowa, passed away Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Her wishes were to have no services.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving…
January 5, 1946 - February 4, 2022

George L. Warren

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - George L. Warren 76, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022 at his home.  No Services are
May 7, 1927 - January 26, 2022

Marilla I. Brownlee

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Marilla I. Brownlee 94, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at her home in Rockwell City.  Graveside Services for Marilla and her husband Donald will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich…
November 9, 1939 - January 24, 2022

Donald K. Larson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Donald K. Larson 82, passed away Monday, January 24, 2022 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 29, 2022 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Denise Berns officiating.  Visitation…
July 5, 1925 - January 21, 2022

Donald L. Brownlee

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Donald L. Brownlee 96, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022, at his home in Rockwell City, Iowa.      Graveside Services for Donald and his wife Marilla will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric…
November 19, 1929 - January 14, 2022

Vivian Louise Klingson

Fort Dodge, IA

Vivian L. Klingson, 92, of Fort Dodge passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at her home. Private family services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Fulton Lutheran Church in Roelyn with Rev. Jim Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Callender Cemetery. A visitation will be 4:00 to…
January 7, 1935 - January 13, 2022

Shirley A. Collins

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Shirley A. Collins 87, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, January 13, 2022 at Bickford of Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
July 6, 1924 - January 7, 2022

Mary A. Peterson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Mary A. Peterson 97, passed away Friday, January 7, 2022 at her home.  Graveside Services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Visitation will be 12:00 p.m. Noon Wednesday until service time at…
April 18, 1936 - December 27, 2021

Helen M. Hildreth

Altoona, IA

Altoona – Helen M. Hildreth 85, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at her home in Altoona.  Graveside Services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is…
August 28, 1944 - December 24, 2021

Sherry Peterson

Harcourt, IA

HARCOURT    Sherry L. Peterson, 77, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at the Fort Dodge Villa Care Center.    Graveside services will be 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at the Lost Grove Township Cemetery, Harcourt with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Visitation will…
November 10, 1942 - December 22, 2021

Judith A. Wiseman

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie - Judith A. Wiseman 79, formerly of Gowrie, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Mesa, Arizona.  No Services are planned at this time.  Burial will be at Gowrie Township Cemetery.  Judith is survived by her brother Robert Sell and his wife Bernie of Mesa,
March 26, 1934 - December 21, 2021

Carol J. Wiley

Fort Dodge, IA

Gowrie - Carol Jean Wiley, 87, long-time resident of Friendship Haven, and formerly of Gowrie, entered heaven on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at the United Methodist Church in Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden…
June 29, 1929 - December 18, 2021

Leon J. Jacobson

St. Charles, MN

Lanyon - Leon Jonathon Jacobson, 92, died December 18, 2021, at Whitewater Health Services in Saint Charles, Minnesota. He was born June 29, 1929, in Lanyon, Iowa to John and Adina (Erickson) Jacobson.  Leon graduated from Lanyon High School in 1947. In 1951, Leon enlisted in the Army, proudly…
July 14, 1950 - December 14, 2021

Janet S. Nordin

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Janet S. Nordin 71, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021, at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge. Private family services are planned at Lost Grove Township Cemetery, Harcourt.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of arrangements.      Janet was born…
September 24, 1943 - December 8, 2021

Leland H. Urelius

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt - Leland Urelius, 78, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services for Elizabeth A. Urelius 85, and Leland H. Urelius 78, will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Harcourt, with Pastor…
May 23, 1936 - December 6, 2021

Elizabeth Ann Urelius

Harcourt - Elizabeth Ann Urelius, 85, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021, at Adel Acres care facility in Adel.   Memorial Services for Elizabeth A. Urelius 85, and Leland H. Urelius 78, will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the United Methodist Church, Harcourt, with Pastor…
July 6, 1927 - November 27, 2021

Arthur "Bud" A. Sollie

Callender, IA

Callender – Arthur “Bud” A. Sollie 94, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 27, 2021.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 6, 2021 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating. …
December 3, 1928 - November 24, 2021

Marcella Hammen

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Frances Marcella Hammen 92, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at her home following a lengthy illness.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 27, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lawrence McCarty officiating at the…
August 12, 1933 - November 22, 2021

John "Jack" Schaefer

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – John “Jack” D. Schaefer 88, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at his home.  A Public Visitation will be 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, December 5, 2021 at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie.      Jack is survived by his wife Jan; daughter Amy (Greg)…
January 29, 1927 - November 21, 2021

George S. Wilson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – George Wilson 94, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022  at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor…
July 16, 1940 - November 16, 2021

Judy A. Ellis

Rockwell City, IA

On Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Judy (Jones) Ellis arrived at the fullness of God’s love. Mom made her way to her heavenly home surrounded by her loved ones and God’s beauty. This lovely woman was a master of seeing treasure in all things. Many would say Judy saw the world through rose…
June 30, 1931 - November 12, 2021

Louise Clearwater

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Louise Clearwater 90, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 24, 2022 at First United Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial will be at Reading Township…
January 18, 1960 - November 9, 2021

Dr. William E. Morton

Brighton, CO

Dr. William Edward “Bill” Morton, 61, formerly of Rockwell City, died November 9, 2021 from Covid-19 at Platte Valley Medical Center in Brighton, Colorado, where he had resided for the past 14 years. Bill was cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later…
October 4, 1923 - November 8, 2021

Alice Mae Stotts

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Alice Mae Stotts 98, formerly of Twin Lakes, passed away Monday, November 8, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lawrence McCarty…
May 27, 1943 - November 7, 2021

Alan Urelius

Farnhamville, IA

  FARNHAMVILLE    Alan E. Urelius, 78, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 12, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Denise Berns officiating.…
December 16, 1949 - November 7, 2021

Jane A. Mertes

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Jane A. Mertes 71, passed away Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
May 30, 1952 - November 6, 2021

Sherri S. VanEvery

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Sherri S. VanEvery 69, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021 at her home following a lengthy illness.  Visitation will be 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to…
September 13, 1927 - November 2, 2021

Paul H. Peterson

Callender, IA

     Paul H. Peterson passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at the Villa Cottages, Fort Dodge at the age of 94.  A Funeral Service is planned for Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 10:30 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Deb Stano and Pastor Greg…
September 7, 1930 - October 27, 2021

Roy O. Scott

Callender, IA

Callender – Roy O. Scott 91, passed away Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2021 at Our Saviours Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating.  Burial…
December 3, 1942 - October 26, 2021

Judith A. Olson

Rockwell City, IA

Judith A. Olson, 78, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at Sunny Knoll Care Center in Rockwell City, Iowa.      Judy was born December 3, 1942, to Gunnar and Helga (Lehtonen) Johnson in Two Harbors where she grew up and graduated from Two Harbors High School with the Class of…
September 9, 1944 - October 7, 2021

Blanche C. Nahnsen

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt – Blanche C. Nahnsen 77, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Mayo Clinic Hospital St. Mary’s Campus, Rochester, Minnesota.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman…
July 10, 1936 - October 3, 2021

Donna J. Sytsma

Ottumwa, IA

Harcourt – Donna J. Sytsma 85, of Ottumwa, formerly of Harcourt passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Ridgewood Specialty Care in Ottumwa.  Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Lost Grove Township Cemetery, Harcourt with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Kay…
October 11, 1943 - October 1, 2021

Charles "Bill" Lawson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Charles “Bill” Lawson 77, passed away Friday, October 1, 2021 at  Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy in Pomeroy, from complications with Lewy Body Dementia.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell…
June 21, 1923 - September 28, 2021

Leon "Rusty" Skoglund

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Leon B. “Rusty” Skoglund 98, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the Gardens Retirement & Assisted Living Community in Jefferson.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor…
August 7, 1942 - September 27, 2021

Robert Proctor

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE- Robert W. Proctor, 79, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021 at Aspire of Gowrie.   Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 4, 2021 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery with military rites presented by the American Legion Peterson…
September 30, 1944 - September 27, 2021

Sarah Elizabeth "Beth" Reideler

Montrose, CO

Rockwell City – Sarah Elizabeth “Beth” Reideler 76, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. …
May 25, 1936 - September 25, 2021

David E. Nelson

Lohrville, IA

Lohrville – David E. Nelson 85, of Port Orange, Florida, passed away Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida.  Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis…
October 14, 1952 - September 24, 2021

Diane M. (Pochinski) Elmore

Gowrie , IA

Gowrie – Diane M. (Pochinski) Elmore 68, passed away Friday, September 24, 2021 surrounded by her family, at her home.  A Public Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 2, 2021 at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie.  Memorials may be left to the…
September 10, 1924 - September 22, 2021

Margaret "Peggy" Fitzgerald

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Margaret M. “Peggy” Fitzgerald 97, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lynn Bruch…
May 16, 1945 - September 20, 2021

Donny D. Mullen

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt – Donny D. “Don” Mullen 76, passed away Monday, September 20, 2021 at Stratford Specialty Care in Stratford.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Faith Lutheran Church, Harcourt, with Pastor Rod Meyer officiating.  Visitation…
January 31, 1922 - September 15, 2021

Star L. Havard

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Star L. Havard 99, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Avenue at Medina Care Rehabilitation in Medina, Ohio.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021, at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will be…
August 18, 1928 - September 10, 2021

L. Dean Grant

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – L. Dean Grant 93, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  A Family Conducted Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.  Burial of both Shirley and…
May 30, 1934 - September 7, 2021

Francis (Sonny) Carlson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Francis R. (Sonny) Carlson, 87, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Fort Dodge Health and Rehab. Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, September 26, 2021 at Palmer Funeral Home in Gowrie with Ronald and DeAnne Dundson officiating. PLEASE NOTE THE DATE. Burial will be in Dayton…
January 11, 1924 - September 3, 2021

Harriet "Hat" Gidel

Rockwell City, IA

Harriet (Hat) O. Gidel, 97, of Rockwell City, Iowa, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021, at Shady Oaks Care Center in Lake City. Hat is survived by her sons, Steve (Barb) Gidel, Twin Lakes; and Dave (Mary) Gidel, Twin Lakes; and daughters Jayne (Steve) Hamilton, New Port Richey, FL; and…
June 27, 1945 - August 31, 2021

Ronald J. Hendricks

Rockwell City, IA

Ronald J. Hendricks, 76, of Rockwell City, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at Fonda Specialty Care in Fonda.   Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 4th at 10:30 AM at St. Francis Catholic Church in Rockwell City with Rev. Lynn Bruch officiating the Mass of…
July 20, 1940 - August 30, 2021

Charles C. Hedman

Rockwell City , IA

Rockwell City    Charles C. “Chuck” Hedman, 81, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at his home.     A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Church of Christ Rockwell City from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 pm. **Please Note the Date of Service**…
May 9, 1935 - August 30, 2021

Zadonna Mae Yetmar

Knierim, IA

Zadonna Mae Yetmar, 86, of Jacksonville passed away August 30, 2021. She was born May 9, 1935 in Richards, Iowa to the late Paul and Mildred (Reynolds) Ramthun. In addition to her parents, Zadonna will be welcomed into Heaven by her first husband, Marvin Nimke; sister, Paulette Benton; and two…
November 16, 1935 - August 24, 2021

Carol J. Barnum

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Carol Jean Barnum 85, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at her home.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 4, 2021 at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Denise Berns officiating.  Burial will be at Gowrie Township…
May 1, 1931 - August 19, 2021

Ruth Elaine Sandeen

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Ruth Elaine Sandeen 90, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 19, 2021 at her home.  Funeral Services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Denise Berns officiating.  Visitation will be 11:30 a.m.…
September 2, 1930 - August 15, 2021

Ardeth M. Hildreth

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Ardeth M. Hildreth 90, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital. Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial…
May 29, 1931 - August 7, 2021

Kenneth J. Kocour

Fort Dodge, IA

Rockwell City – Kenneth J. Kocour 90, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Rockwell City, and Missouri Valley, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Visitation and viewing will be 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 13, 2021 at the United…
July 31, 1928 - July 22, 2021

Ruth M. PeCoy

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Ruth M. PeCoy 92, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Burial was at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is in charge of arrangements.      Ruth is…
August 10, 1960 - July 22, 2021

Blake A Buske

Farnhamville, IA

     Blake A. Buske, 60, of Farnhamville died Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Trinity Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Rev. Jim Davis officiating. A visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 PM Monday at…
February 21, 1974 - July 20, 2021

John "Nick" Samuelson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- John Nicholas Samuelson, 47, passed away on July 20, 2021 at St Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN.   Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday July 24, 2021 at Faith Lutheran Church, Harcourt with Pastor Rod Meyer officiating. Burial will be in Dayton…
June 3, 1932 - July 17, 2021

Darwin A. Rummel

Urbandale, IA

Fort Dodge – Darwin A. Rummel 89, formerly of Fort Dodge, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Deerfield Skilled Nursing in Urbandale.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis…
December 3, 1937 - July 15, 2021

Carolyn J. McDanel

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Carolyn J. McDanel 83, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Her wishes were to be cremated and graveside services will be in Sioux Rapids, Iowa at a later date.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the…
February 8, 1942 - July 6, 2021

Terry R. Kindred

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Terry R. Kindred 79, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Select Specialty Hospital in Des Moines.  Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home,…
April 3, 1929 - July 5, 2021

Lela Jean Warren

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Jean Warren, 92 passed away Monday, July 5, 2021 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, July 10, 2021 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. Visitation and viewing…
October 17, 1937 - June 15, 2021

Donna L. Brand

Somers, IA

Somers – Donna L. Brand 83, a resident of Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 19, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with…
April 8, 1937 - June 13, 2021

Clayton D. Layman

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Clayton D. Layman 84, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2021 at his home north of Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 18, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial of…
February 6, 1935 - June 10, 2021

Doris Ilene Petersen

Apache Junction, AZ

Rockwell City – Doris Ilene Petersen 86, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Apache Junction, Arizona.  No Services are planned at this time and burial will be held at a later date.       Doris and her husband Jerry spent their…
May 18, 1941 - June 4, 2021

David W. Ahlrichs

Rockwell City, IA

Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 12, 2021at St. Paul Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the Church until service time.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be left to the…
May 29, 1938 - June 4, 2021

Dorothy M. Kraft

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dorothy M. Kraft 83, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial of casket…
January 18, 1929 - May 30, 2021

Marjorie Jeanne Burkgren

Gowrie, IA

     Marjorie Jeanne (Lizer) Burkgren, 92, of Ames, IA, formerly of Gowrie and Dayton, IA, passed away at her home on Sunday, May 30, 2021 with her children by her side.  Private family graveside services will be held on June 2, 2021 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery with…
July 20, 1933 - May 30, 2021

Delbert F. Gleason

Ames, IA

Rockwell City - Delbert Francis Gleason, son of Florence (Sommerfeld) and August Gleason, passed away suddenly Sunday, May 30, 2021, at his home in Ames, at the age of 87.  Burial of his ashes will be in Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, during a Private Family Graveside Service, with…
August 23, 1956 - May 30, 2021

Brian D. Ellis

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Brian D. Ellis 64, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Rockwell City.  No Services are planned at this time.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the family.      Brian is survived by his sisters, Diane Ellis DuBois of…
December 23, 1930 - May 29, 2021

Leola J Mundt

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Leola J. Mundt, 90, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge. Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Monday, June 7, 2021 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will follow in Gowrie Township Cemetery. A…
June 24, 1925 - May 25, 2021

Edith H. Geisler

Fort Dodge, IA

GOWRIE    Edith H. Geisler, 95, passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Friendship Haven.   Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 29, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Fort Dodge with Rev. Jon Jahnke officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. Visitation will…
January 11, 1937 - May 20, 2021

Donald "Dean" Ellis

Rockwell City, IA

D. Dean Ellis passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on May 20, 2021. His time of death was his most precious time of the day, early morning. Mornings were reserved for him and the Lord to share time together and there was no doubt that this morning was his favorite.   …
June 18, 1928 - May 17, 2021

Eula Mae Wilson

Lake City , IA

FARNHAMVILLE Eula Mae Wilson, 92, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City. Funeral services will be at a later date. Palmer Funeral Home is serving the
December 7, 1942 - May 13, 2021

Jane M. Webb

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Jane M. Webb 78, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at the Church of Christ, Rockwell City, with Pastor Dillon Brandt officiating.  Burial of casket will…
July 4, 1933 - May 12, 2021

Gerald Dean Thomas

Farnhamville, IA

FARNHAMVILLE - Gerald Dean Thomas, 87, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.      Funeral services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. Burial will be In…
January 9, 1930 - May 12, 2021

Billie L. Schoonover

Callender, IA

Callender – Billie L. Schoonover “Hooey” 91, passed away Wednesday, May 12. 2021 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Our Saviours Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano…
July 17, 1924 - May 1, 2021

Floyd C. Wilson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Floyd C. Wilson 96, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Services will be at a later date.  Memorials may be sent to: Beacon of Hope, Fort Dodge; First United Church, Farnhamville; or Pacific Garden Mission, Chicago, IL. …
October 12, 1934 - May 1, 2021

Ruth M. Lambert

Fort Dodge, IA

Ruth M. Lambert, 86, formerly of Harcourt, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home. Funeral services will be 11:00AM Saturday, May 8, 2021, at First Covenant Church, 201 Ave H, Fort Dodge with Pastor Allan Redenius officiating. Burial…
July 13, 1921 - April 29, 2021

Pauline E. Walters

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Pauline E. Walters 99, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 10, 2021 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Memorials may be left to the…
January 6, 1932 - April 28, 2021

Maxine Decker

St. Peters, MO

Maxine Decker 89, of Saint Peters, MO, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City, Iowa. Beloved wife of the late Carson L. Decker; cherished daughter of the late Clarence and Cora Jenkins. Devoted mother of Dan (Margie) Decker and Janet (Jim) Haub;…
July 29, 1951 - April 25, 2021

Diane Wintz

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Diane Wintz 69, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Spurgeon Manor, Dallas Center.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City with Fr. Lawrence L. McCarty officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial.  Burial…
December 29, 1939 - April 20, 2021

Ronald J. Wetter

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Ronald J. Wetter 81, passed away unexpectedly at his home.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 24, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial.  Visitation will be 9:00 a.m.…
December 11, 2003 - April 19, 2021

Victoria Marie Parra-Lerdo

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Victoria Marie Parra-Lerdo 17, passed away Monday, April 19, 2021 at Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona, Iowa.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 25, 2021 at the South Central Calhoun High School Gymnasium in Lake City, with Pastor Jim Davis…
January 19, 1956 - April 16, 2021

Steven C. Miller

Rinard, IA

Rinard – Steven C. Miller 65, passed away Friday, April 16, 2021 unexpectedly at his home in Rinard.  Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Cedar Township Cemetery, Rinard, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to the…
October 7, 1935 - April 9, 2021

Gerald G. Goodwin

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Gerald G. Goodwin, 85, passed away Friday April 9, 2021 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City of natural causes. A Private Family Graveside Service was held Sunday, June 27, 2021 at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.     …
September 23, 2020 - April 1, 2021

Lauralee Rose Bernau

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Lauralee Rose Bernau, infant daughter of Tony and Caitlin Bernau, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 1, 2021.  Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, April 6 at Prairie Lakes Church in Fort Dodge with Pastor Kyle Dana officiating. A visitation will be 4:00 to…
January 18, 1963 - March 29, 2021

Carl J. Prince

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Carl J. Prince 58, passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 29, 2021 at his home.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial of casket will be at Rosehill…
January 17, 1986 - March 10, 2021

Bryon J. Williams

Jolley, IA

    Bryon J. Williams, 35, of Jolley died Wednesday, March 10, 2021.   A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 20, 2021 at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley. A visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.    …
July 25, 1943 - March 9, 2021

Joleen A. Ruth

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Joleen A. Ruth 77, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at her home at Sunnyview Independent Living, Rockwell City.     Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 13, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch…
April 12, 1942 - March 8, 2021

David L. Swank

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – David L. Swank 78, formerly of Tucson, Arizona, passed away peacefully Monday, March 8, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, 2021 at the Manning Cemetery in Manning, Iowa, with Pastor Christopher…
August 5, 1949 - March 4, 2021

Gary D. Doster

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Gary D. Doster, 71, passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021 at home with his family at his side.  Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at Greenfield Township Cemetery, Knierim, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating, and Military Graveside Rites by the…
May 2, 1925 - February 28, 2021

Ethel L. Howrey

Manson, IA

Manson – Ethel L. Howrey 95, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge. Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 15, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manson with Pastor Peter Rosenqvist and Marlene Nimke officiating.  A Visitation will…
September 20, 1945 - February 21, 2021

Richard "Dick" E. Dean

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE  Richard E. Dean “Dick”, 75, passed away Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Mercy One Des Moines Medical Center.   Memorial services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2021 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Military rites…
June 1, 1931 - February 17, 2021

Ronald W. Hildreth

Altoona, IA

Altoona – Ronald W. Hildreth 89, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the Taylor House in Des Moines.  Graveside Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 19, 2021 at Crown Hill Cemetery in Jolley, with Pastor Kelley Pedersen officiating.  Military Flag Presentation by the…
September 22, 1945 - February 17, 2021

Judith K. Block

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Judith K. Block 75, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Judith’s wishes were to be cremated and services will be at a later date. Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the…
February 7, 1958 - February 16, 2021

Kevin W. Bronzynski

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Kevin W. Bronzynski 63, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at his home following a long courageous battle with cancer.  Come & Go Visitation & Viewing will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, February 22, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City,…
May 28, 1946 - February 3, 2021

Linda P. Peterson

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Linda P. Peterson 74, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 13, 2021 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass…
March 11, 1930 - January 27, 2021

Bettie J. Nelson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Bettie J. Nelson, 90, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, February 1, 2021 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial of casket will follow at the  Gowrie…
June 10, 1959 - January 20, 2021

Steven D. Crouse

Lytton, IA

Lytton – Steven D. Crouse 61, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at his home in Lytton.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City…
October 26, 1942 - January 18, 2021

Barbara L. Drew

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Barbara L. Drew 78, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Private Family Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 22, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Dan Buhs officiating. …
February 13, 1930 - December 21, 2020

Joan "Jo" Jessen

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Joan “Jo” Jessen 90, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Her wishes were to be cremated.  Private Family Graveside Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 28, 2021 at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Battle Creek, Iowa, with…
April 21, 1929 - December 20, 2020

Darwin Black

Laguna Beach, CA

Lohrville - Darwin Black 91, was born April 21, 1929 to Florence and Laurence Black and died December 20, 2020 in Laguna Beach, California. Darwin was a landscaper, which he enjoyed very much, until his retirement. Darwin grew up in Lohrville, Iowa and revisited Iowa in the summer months for many…
August 27, 1923 - December 8, 2020

Dona J. Miller

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dona J. Miller 97, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City. Private Family Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Kelley Pedersen and Pastor Jim…
November 18, 1937 - December 8, 2020

Harlan "Lanny" Fouts

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Harlan “Lanny” K. Fouts 83, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at his home.  A Come & Go Viewing will be 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.  Masks are required and only…
December 8, 1943 - December 5, 2020

Danny Casey

Lytton, IA

Lytton – G. Danny Casey 76, passed away Saturday. December 5, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Private Funeral Services will be held.  Burial of casket will be at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley.  A Public Come and Go Viewing will be 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon…
October 14, 1948 - December 4, 2020

John D. Pastrick

Fort Dodge, IA

FORT DODGE  - John D. Pastrick, 72, died Friday, December 4, 2020 at the Southfield Wellness Community, Webster City. Private graveside services will be held at North Lawn Cemetery, Fort Dodge. Among the survivors are his wife, Jamie Eslick Pastrick. Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of…
September 5, 1973 - November 17, 2020

Tesa K. Cates

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Tesa K. Cates 47, passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City, following a hard-fought battle with Covid-19.  Private Family Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 21, 2020 at St. Paul’s Lutheran…
July 7, 1933 - November 13, 2020

Evelyn June Isom

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Evelyn June Isom 87, passed away Friday, November 13, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehabilitation & Nursing at Gowrie.  Private Family Funeral Services will be at United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial of casket will be at Gowrie Township…
May 8, 1926 - November 11, 2020

Marguerite C. Pearson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville - Marguerite C. Pearson 94, of Omaha, formerly of Farnhamville, Iowa, passed away November 11, 2020 at Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center due to Covid and other complications.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Laufersweiler-Sievers Funeral…
April 20, 1923 - November 10, 2020

Eleanor D. Kullberg

Gowrie, IA

  Eleanor D. Kullberg, 97, of Gowrie passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Fort Dodge Health and Rehabilitation. Due to the COVID pandemic, a private burial of casket will be held at Lost Grove Cemetery, Lanyon, Iowa. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Palmer Funeral…
May 22, 1955 - November 1, 2020

Christine A. Ellis

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Christine “Chris” A. Ellis 65, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2020 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.  Due to the pandemic and the family’s desire to keep everyone safe, services will be at a later date in 2021, with burial at St. Francis Catholic…
October 7, 1931 - October 19, 2020

Betty Ann Lane

Callender, IA

Callender    Betty Ann Lane, 89, died Monday, October 19, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society Manson.     Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Our Saviours Lutheran Church, Callender with Pastor Greg Stano & Pastor Deb Stano officiating. Burial will be…
May 28, 1938 - October 18, 2020

Ronald D. Ramthun

Manson, IA

Manson – Ronald D. Ramthun 82, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, east of Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich officiating.  Burial…
September 15, 1926 - October 15, 2020

Delores D. Smith

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Delores D. Smith 94, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Sunrise Retirement Community in Sioux City, Iowa.  Funeral Services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 19, 2020 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial…
January 14, 1926 - October 15, 2020

George R. Bryant

Harcourt, IA

   Harcourt     George R. “Dick” Bryant, 94, died Thursday October 15, 2020 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home.    Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Junction Township Cemetery, Grand Junction with Michael Ure…
February 1, 1926 - October 9, 2020

Everett J. Hade

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Everett J. Hade 94, was ushered into the arms of his loving Lord and Savior on Friday, October 9, 2020 in Fort Dodge.  Private Family Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial…
March 20, 1932 - October 5, 2020

Rex Joseph Powers

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Rex Joseph Powers 88, passed away Monday, October 5, 2020 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2020 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
September 18, 1959 - October 4, 2020

Kevin P. Lane

Callender, IA

Callender – Kevin P. Lane 61, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Fort Dodge Health & Rehabilitation in Fort Dodge.  Private Family Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 16, 2020 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb…
July 22, 1927 - September 25, 2020

Lavon R. Weiss

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Lavon R. Weiss 93, passed away Friday, September 25, 2020 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital in Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, east of Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich…
April 17, 1927 - September 21, 2020

Dolores E. Kruse

Callender, IA

Callender – Dolores E. Kruse 93, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020 at her home.  Private Family Graveside Services will be 2:00 Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the Callender Cemetery with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating.  Please bring a lawn chair for…
July 13, 1963 - September 19, 2020

Brad L. Monson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Brad L. Monson 57, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Private Family Services will be at a later date.  A Public Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at the Palmer Funeral Home,…
March 4, 1941 - September 14, 2020

M. Michael Collins

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – M. Michael Collins 79, passed away Monday, September 14, 2020 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy to join his heavenly Father.  Mike fought courageously a battle of dementia and cancer yet maintaining his sense of humor and a smile.       Memorial…
November 13, 1932 - September 11, 2020

Marleen O. Fevold

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Marleen O. Fevold 87, passed away Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing of Gowrie.  Private Family Funeral Services will be at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Private Family Burial will be at Gowrie Township…
May 5, 1960 - September 8, 2020

Loretta "Lori" Donnelly

Des Moines, IA

Des Moines – Loretta “Lori” A. Donnelly 60, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center, Des Moines.  Private Family Graveside Services will be Friday, September 11, 2020 at Mount Zion Cemetery, Fonda.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to…
August 7, 1941 - September 5, 2020

James E. Kleemeier

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – James E. Kleemeier 79, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2020 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of…
February 11, 1960 - August 29, 2020

Shelly A. Nelson

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE Shelly A.  Nelson, 60, died August 29, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.   A public visitation will be after 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2020 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie. Private family services and burial will be at a later date.   Shelly is…
January 14, 1941 - August 28, 2020

Dale E. Carlson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Dale E. Carlson, 79, passed away Friday, August 28, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Zion Lutheran Church in Gowrie with Rev. Jim Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Gowrie Township Cemetery. A…
December 26, 1931 - August 27, 2020

Charles E. Craigmile

Waukee, IA

Waukee – Charles E. Craigmile 88, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at the Kavanagh House in Des Moines of COPD.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery, Gowrie, with Pastor Matt Krause officiating, with Military Rites by…
October 28, 1935 - August 20, 2020

Vera Maxine Peterson

Callender, IA

Callender – Vera Maxine Peterson 84, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Oakview Terrace Nursing Home in Freeman, South Dakota after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Funeral Services will be 12:30 p.m. Monday, August 31, 2020 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church,…
September 26, 1932 - August 18, 2020

Alfred D. Klingson

Callender, IA

Callender – Alfred Duane Klingson 87, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at his home.  Funeral Services will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2020 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating.  Private family graveside…
July 13, 1935 - August 14, 2020

Lester E. Larson

Callender, IA

Callender – Lester E. Larson 85, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano…
April 7, 1923 - August 11, 2020

Eunice A. Brand

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Eunice Brand 97, formerly of Farnhamville, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 A.M. Monday, August 17, 2020 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane…
June 23, 1963 - August 7, 2020

Julie Jo Rose

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Julie J. Rose 57, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at Accura HealthCare of Carroll in Carroll.  Private Services held at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.      Julie is survived by her…
January 25, 1938 - August 3, 2020

Herman E. Seil

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Herman E. Seil 82, passed away Monday, August 3, 2020 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Private Family Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. …
July 18, 1932 - July 28, 2020

Richard Black

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville- Richard R. Black, 88, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at his home. Private family services will be at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Rev. Jena Finch-Manchester of Trinity United Methodist Church of Fort Dodge officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Township Cemetery, Rinard.…
April 29, 1932 - July 27, 2020

Joan W. Stumpf

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - Joan W. (Carlson) Stumpf, age 88, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020 at her home in Rockwell City. Private Family Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2020 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
March 13, 1948 - July 22, 2020

Sarah "Sallie" Cruse

Papillion, NE

Sarah “Sallie” Ernst Cruse 72, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre in Rockwell City, Iowa, after a long battle with 2 Lymphatic diseases. It would be wrong to say that Sallie lost her battle because she never stopped fighting. Though…
June 16, 1953 - July 17, 2020

Kevin E. Meyer

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Kevin E. Meyer 67, passed away Friday, July 17, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehabilitation & Nursing at Gowrie.  His wishes were for no services.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of arrangements. 
February 10, 1932 - July 8, 2020

Jeanette W Scroggin

Omaha, NE

Rockwell City- Jeanette W. Scroggin, 88, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Omaha. Private graveside services will be 2:00 PM Friday, July 17, 2020 at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City with Pastor Dwaine Simonson officiating. Palmer & Swank Funeral Home of…
January 9, 1966 - July 5, 2020

Denton W. Schoenbaum

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Denton W. Schoenbaum 54, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.  A Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 2020 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home,…
December 3, 1939 - July 1, 2020

Alan C. Berg

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Alan C. Berg 80, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Private Family Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, July, 6, 2020 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Kelley…
January 21, 1941 - June 26, 2020

Joyce A. Erritt

Somers, IA

Somers – Joyce A. Erritt 79, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at Good Samaritan Society in Manson, Iowa.  Private Family Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Allan Redenius officiating.  Burial of…
October 6, 1935 - June 18, 2020

Patricia A. Foley

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Patricia A. Foley 84, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at St. Anthony Regional Hospital in Carroll, Iowa.    There will be a private family service. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Palmer Swank Funeral Home is serving the…
November 4, 1944 - June 18, 2020

Lula A. Cummins

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Lula A. Cummins, 75, of Gowrie formerly of Boone passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie. Private family graveside services will be at Glenwood Cemetery, Ogden at a later date. She is survived by daughter, Pamela Miller of Farnhamville; sons, Michael…
July 31, 1961 - June 15, 2020

Cynthia S. Barker

Sac City, IA

Sac City – Cynthia S. Barker 58, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, following her battle with cancer.  Visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.  Memorials may be left to…
December 4, 1939 - June 14, 2020

Daniel Bird

Somers, IA

Somers – Daniel Bird 80, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge, following a month-long battle with cancer.  Private Family Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Cedar Cemetery, near Rinard, with Rev. Dr. James H.…
August 1, 1934 - June 14, 2020

Donna M. Springer

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie - Donna Marie (Lind) Springer 85, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020 in California.  A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be scheduled in Gowrie at a later date. Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.      Donna Marie Lind was born in…
January 2, 1979 - May 26, 2020

John S Honeyman

Gilmore City, IA

Gilmore City - John Stuart Honeyman 41, formerly of Farnhamville, was called home to heaven on May 26, 2020, following an accidental fall in his home at Gilmore City, Iowa.  A visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Palmer Funeral Home,…
March 28, 1931 - May 23, 2020

Margaret R. Fevold

Gowrie, IA

Margaret Ruth Fevold, age 89 of Gowrie, died on Saturday, May 23, 2020 Simpson Health Center in Fort Dodge under the care of Hospice at Friendship Haven. Margaret Ruth Haugen was born on March 28, 1931 at Fort Dodge, Iowa to Berge Martin and Magdelena (Hamre) Haugen.  She was baptized on May…
September 30, 1929 - May 22, 2020

Ralph W. Dunbar

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Ralph W. Dunbar 90, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 at Humboldt Care Center South in Humboldt.  Graveside Services will 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at the Gowrie Township Cemetery, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating and Military Graveside Rites conducted by…
December 12, 1941 - May 21, 2020

Donald L. Hopkins

Jolley, IA

Jolley – Donald “Hoppie” L. Hopkins 78, died Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Jolley, Iowa.  Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Crown Hill Cemetery, Jolley, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.      Hoppie is survived by his wife…
March 21, 1921 - April 20, 2020

Sheldon E. Sidmore

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Sheldon “Sid” E. Sidmore 99, passed away Monday, April 20, 2020 at Simpson Health Center, Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge.  Due to state and federal guidance on gatherings of no more than 10 people due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will not be having a…
November 6, 1938 - April 15, 2020

Marvis D. Cole

Jolley, IA

Jolley – Marvis D. Cole 81, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge, following a 12-year battle with Alzheimer’s.  A Private Family Graveside Service was held Saturday, April 18, at Crown Hill Cemetery, near Jolley, with Rev. Adam…
August 19, 1922 - March 31, 2020

Glen C. Mundt

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Glen C. Mundt 97, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the Boone County Hospital in Boone. Due to state and federal guidance on gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mundt Family will not be having a public funeral at this time.  Private family graveside service will…
November 2, 1957 - March 29, 2020

James A. Wehr

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City - James A. Wehr 62, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 following a lengthy illness.  No Services are planned at this time.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the
March 12, 1946 - March 17, 2020

Douglas J. Boker

Dayton, IA

Dayton – Douglas J. Boker 74, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at the Stratford Specialty Care in Stratford.  His wishes were to be cremated.  Services will be at a later date.  Memorials may be left at the discretion of the family.  Palmer Funeral home, Gowrie is…
January 19, 1941 - March 13, 2020

Ronald Martin Wolf

Gowrie, IA

Ronald M. Wolf, 79, of Gowrie passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing in Gowrie. A Celebration of Life will be 10:30 AM Friday, June 26, 2020 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor Aaron Zimmerman officiating. Burial will be at lost Grove…
June 10, 1935 - March 13, 2020

Kay I. Miller

Gowrie, IA

Kay I. Miller, 84, of Gowrie passed away Friday, March 13, 2020 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital in Lake City.***Out of concern for those who knew and loved Kay, because of the Corona virus (COVID-19) Funeral services and visitation will be held at a later date at Zion Lutheran Church in…
February 2, 1930 - March 13, 2020

Jessie Mae Mohr

Gowrie, IA

     Jessie M. Mohr, 90, of Gowrie, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the Greene County Medical Center Long Term Care in Jefferson.    Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 17th at 10:30 AM at United Methodist Church in Gowrie with Rev. Susan Rohden…
June 15, 1930 - March 12, 2020

Wilbur H. Ohlsen

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Wilbur H. Ohlsen 89, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Bickford of Ames in Ames, Iowa.  Out of concern for those who knew and loved Wilbur because of the Corona virus (COVID-19), there will be no Church Service.  Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday,…
November 3, 1929 - March 10, 2020

Paulyne A. Anderson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Paulyne A. Anderson 90, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at her home.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 13, 2020 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial will be at Gowrie Township Cemetery.  Visitation will be…
August 16, 1933 - February 26, 2020

Betty D. Kratovil

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Betty D. Kratovil 86, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 pm. Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating. …
December 10, 1942 - February 25, 2020

Lee N. Greene

Jolley, IA

Jolley – Lee N. Greene 77, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Banner-Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the Jolley Community United Methodist Church, Jolley, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial of…
May 10, 1915 - February 19, 2020

Jayne V. Runge

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Jayne Victoria (Krebs) Runge 104, of Osage, Iowa, formerly of Gowrie and Fort Dodge, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Faith Lutheran Home in Osage.  Funeral Services will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim…
August 1, 1926 - February 11, 2020

Louise Geick

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy   Louise Geick, 93, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Trinity Regional Medical Center.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Our Savior United Methodist Church, Manson with Rev. Dawn Freese officiating. Burial will be at…
February 20, 1924 - February 6, 2020

Donald G. Duncan

Lake City, IA

Rockwell City - Donald G. Duncan, 95, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at St. Paul’s Lutheran and Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman…
December 7, 1937 - February 4, 2020

Eleanora M. Bailey

Rockwell City, IA

   Eleanora M. Bailey, 82, of Rockwell City passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at Arlington Place of Pocahontas, Iowa.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 10, 2020 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City with Pastor James…
August 31, 1925 - January 28, 2020

Richard W. Hildreth

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Richard “Dick” W. Hildreth 94, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis…
April 17, 1950 - January 27, 2020

Tim L. Stickrod

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Tim L. Stickrod 69, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Private family services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial of casket will be…
February 23, 1929 - January 24, 2020

Shirley E. Grant

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Shirley E. Grant 90, passed away Friday, January 24, 2020 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  A family-conducted Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City.  Visiation will be 9:30 a.m.…
July 30, 1930 - January 22, 2020

Lyle R. Barkley

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Lyle R. Barkley 89, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehabilitation & Nursing at Gowrie.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2020, at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will…
November 10, 1924 - January 18, 2020

Dorothy M. Talbott

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dorothy M. Talbott 95, passed away Saturday. January 18, 2020 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will be at…
July 16, 1929 - January 15, 2020

Phillip E. Peterson

Callender, IA

Callender – Phillip E. Peterson 90, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano…
August 24, 1940 - January 9, 2020

Kay F. Learned

Gowrie, IA

  Gowrie – Kay F. Learned 79, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Pearl Valley Rehabilitation & Nursing at Gowrie.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial…
October 27, 1943 - January 2, 2020

Rita L. Peterson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Rita L. Peterson 76, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial will be at Gowrie Township…
September 14, 1918 - December 26, 2019

Bernadine Gentry

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – R. Bernadine Gentry 101, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Visitation will…
July 25, 1932 - December 25, 2019

Peggy M. Barkley

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE – Peggy M. Barkley, 87, passed away Wednesday December 25, 2019 at Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday December 30, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial will be in Gowrie…
April 10, 1961 - December 25, 2019

Douglas J. Lensing

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Douglas J. Lensing 58, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at his home.  A visitation will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020 at the Calhoun County Historical Museum, 150 East High Street, Rockwell City, followed by a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m.  with…
August 15, 1949 - December 22, 2019

Jacqueline S. Schmieder

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Jacqueline “Jackie” S. Schmieder 70, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2019 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.  Memorial Services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Rev. Dwaine…
November 28, 1922 - December 19, 2019

Merle J. Klinger

Fort Dodge, IA

       Merle Jean Klinger, 97, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Somers and Farnhamville, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2019, at Simpson Health Center, Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Celebration of Life Service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the…
July 13, 1931 - December 17, 2019

Ronald F. Hansen

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Ronald G. Hansen 88, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Services will be at a later date.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of arrangements.      Ronald is survived by his wife…
April 28, 1929 - December 14, 2019

Ivadelle Praim

Gowrie, IA

    GOWRIE  Ivadelle F. Praim, 90, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Simpson Health Center at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.   Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 21, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.…
October 9, 1924 - December 8, 2019

Harold F. Heebner

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Harold F. Heebner 95, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at the Fort Dodge Nursing & Rehab, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lynn Bruch officiating.  Burial will be at…
January 11, 1939 - December 4, 2019

Alma R. Chan

Winterset, IA

Lohrville – Alma R. Chan 80, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Mercy One Des Moines Medical Center.  A Celebration of Life visitation will be 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019 at the Lohrville EMS Community Room, Hwy 175 at Lohrville.      Alma is…
February 7, 1928 - December 4, 2019

Evelyn V. Farnham

Gowrie, IA

Evelyn Verjean (Blom) Farnham, 91, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice House in Fort Dodge, Iowa.  A memorial service to honor her life will be held at 10:30 AM Thursday, December 12, 2019 at the Celebration Center, Friendship Haven, Fort…
August 27, 1935 - December 3, 2019

Harold O. Webb

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Harold O. Webb 84, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will be at Rosehill…
June 2, 1921 - December 2, 2019

Margaret L. Feld

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Margaret L. Feld 98, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
August 7, 1958 - December 1, 2019

Theresa "Terri" Trenary

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Theresa “Terri” Trenary 61, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at her home following her battle with cancer.  Private family services will be held at a later date.       Terri is survived by her daughter Jessica Trenary of…
February 10, 1927 - November 22, 2019

Stella M. Dillemuth

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Stella M. Dillemuth 92, passed away Friday, November 22, 2019 at Agrace Hospice and Palliative Care in Madison, Wisconsin.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor James…
January 31, 1929 - November 19, 2019

Robert H. Onnen

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Robert H. Onnen 90, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Visitation will be 10:00 a.m.…
March 26, 1943 - November 13, 2019

Hannelore L. Trifan

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy - Hannelore L. Trifan 76, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy in Pomeroy.  Graveside Services will be in the Spring of 2020 at
November 25, 1940 - November 7, 2019

James E. Sawdy

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – James E. Sawdy 78, passed away Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Memorial Services will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial will be at Gowrie Township Cemetery with…
April 26, 1936 - October 15, 2019

Robert I. Jacobson

Gowrie, IA

Robert I. Jacobson (Bob), 83, of Gowrie, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. He was born April 26, 1936 to John and Adina (Erickson) Jacobson in Fort Dodge, IA. Bob graduated from Lanyon High School in 1954 and then attended North Park College in Chicago, IL.  In 1957, after…
March 19, 1931 - October 10, 2019

Vernon R. Jarvis

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Vernon R. Jarvis 88, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Grandview Health Care Center in Dayton, Iowa.  Private Family Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Rosehill Cemetery, Rockwell City, with Pastor Gary Snook officiating.  Military…
March 22, 1928 - October 10, 2019

Donna A. Moe

Fort Dodge, IA

Fort Dodge- Donna A. Moe, 91, formerly of Farnhamville, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at the Celebration Center, Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.…
November 14, 1927 - October 9, 2019

Mary J. Kaskey

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Mary J. Kaskey 91, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial of casket will…
February 17, 1945 - October 1, 2019

Teri S. McFarland

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE TERI S. MCFARLAND 74 passed away Tuesday October 1, 2019 at the Paula Baber Hospice House.  A private graveside service will be held for the family at Gowrie Township Cemetery.      Teri was born in Fort Dodge on February 17, 1945 to the late Melvin and Elda (Nahnsen)…
October 24, 1927 - September 30, 2019

Darwin F Springer

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Darwin F. Springer, 91, passed away Monday, September 30, 2019 at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Friday, October 4, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. Military…
July 31, 1939 - September 28, 2019

Alberta "Bert" Little

Somers, IA

Somers – Alberta “Bert” Little 80, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Fulton Lutheran Church, Roelyn with Rev. Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be at Cedar…
January 10, 1923 - September 15, 2019

Dorothy A. Vettel

Fort Dodge, IA

Ft. Dodge – Dorothy A. Vettel 96, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 at the Celebration Center, Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Visitation will be at…
June 14, 1927 - September 10, 2019

John F. Lizer

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – John F. Lizer 92, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 13, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden and Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Burial will be at…
January 30, 1926 - September 9, 2019

Helen Plotner

Dayton, IA

Dayton - Helen Plotner 93, passed away Monday, September 9, 2019 at Grandview Care Center, Dayton.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 13, 2019 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is serving the…
September 15, 1935 - September 8, 2019

Robert C. Flickinger

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Robert C. Flickinger 83, passed away early Sunday morning, September 8, 2019 at his home following a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 14, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell…
August 2, 1947 - September 1, 2019

Kenneth C. Buhl

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Kenneth C. Buhl 72, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at his home following a lengthy illness.  His wishes were to be cremated.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at the Northfield Church of Christ, 2933 N. 15th St., Fort Dodge, with…
March 2, 1949 - August 25, 2019

Kathryn A. Reinholtz

Rockwell City, IA

Kathryn A. (Lenz) Reinholtz 70, formerly of Des Moines, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019 at her home in Rockwell City.  Kathryn Ann Lenz was born March 2, 1949.  She graduated from Manson High School, with the Class of 1968.  Kathryn worked as a hairstylist and was a…
January 28, 1949 - August 24, 2019

Nicola A. Smith

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Nicola A. Smith 70, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019 following a lengthy illness at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2019 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch and…
January 28, 1921 - August 19, 2019

Dortha R. Roske

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dortha R. Roske 98, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 24, 2019 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman…
March 30, 1940 - August 19, 2019

John A. Hebert

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – John A. Hebert 79, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019 at his home.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 23, 2019 at the Church of Christ, Rockwell City, with Pastor Dillon Brandt officiating.  Burial will be at Rosehill Cemetery, with Military…
May 12, 1929 - August 17, 2019

Donald L. Klingson

Fort Dodge, IA

   Fort Dodge    Donald L. Klingson, 90, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge, Iowa.  A Celebration of Life will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Fort Dodge with Pastor Jim Davis…
February 14, 1990 - August 12, 2019

Marcus A. Blunt

Lake City, IA

Rockwell City – Marcus A. Blunt 29, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019 at his home in Lake City, Iowa.  A visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, followed by a Graveside Service at 3:30 p.m. at…
February 9, 1932 - August 3, 2019

Patricia "Patsy" L. Dunbar

Badger, IA

   Gowrie   Patricia L. “Patsy” Dunbar, 87, died Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Trinity Regional Medical Center.   Memorial services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor David Arulnathan officiating. Burial will…
August 31, 1939 - August 3, 2019

Shirley A. Phillips

Paton, IA

Paton - Shirley A. Phillips 79, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 3, 2019 at her son’s home in Paton.  Graveside Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 8, 2019 at the Callender Cemetery, Callender with Pastors, Greg Stano and Deb Stano officiating.  Palmer Funeral…
October 21, 1936 - July 29, 2019

Gwendolyn Fay Lambert

Fort Dodge, IA

Fort Dodge          Gwendolyn Fay Lambert, 82, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Simpson Health Center, Friendship Haven in Fort Dodge.    Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 1, 2019 at First Covenant Church, Fort Dodge…
August 15, 1937 - July 26, 2019

Lois C. Stout

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Lois C. Stout 81, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019 at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital in Omaha.  Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City followed by a Graveside Service at 12:00 p.m. Noon at Rosehill…
May 11, 1924 - July 21, 2019

Iva Mae Keiser

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Iva Mae Keiser 95, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 8, 2019 at Emanuel – St. John Lutheran Church, Lytton, with Pastor Ben Worley officiating.  Visitation…
October 19, 1943 - July 20, 2019

Richard A. Peterson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Richard Allen Peterson was born on October 19, 1943, to Kenneth and Marjorie Peterson. At the age of 75, Rich passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Israel Family Hospice Home, Ames, following a battle with cancer.   Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, at 11:00…
September 18, 1934 - July 17, 2019

Robert Rice

Gowrie, IA

GOWRIE    Robert Rice, 84, passed away Wednesday July 17, 2019 at the Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie.  Private Graveside Services will be held at the Gowrie Township Cemetery. Palmer Funeral Home of Gowrie is handling
November 24, 1922 - June 29, 2019

Dale H. Sexton

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Dale H. Sexton 96, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian…
December 21, 1930 - June 28, 2019

Esther D. Long

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Esther D. Long, 88, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019 at Greene County Medical Center, Jefferson. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. A visitation will…
May 13, 1922 - June 24, 2019

Norma M. Willoughby

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Norma M. Willoughby 97, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at her home at Sunnyview Independent Living.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 1, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will be at…
May 28, 1954 - June 21, 2019

Richard L. Wittrock

Rockwell City, IA

Richard Lee Wittrock, 65, of Rockwell City, Iowa, died unexpectedly on the first day of summer, Friday, June 21, 2019.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 27, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating. Burial of casket will follow at…
June 15, 1929 - June 13, 2019

Bernard Monson

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Bernard W. Monson, 89, passed away peacefully at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie on Thursday, June 13, 2019 just 2days before his 90th birthday. Funeral services will be 10:30 Monday, June 17, 2019 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be…
June 15, 1924 - June 11, 2019

Virginia Moeller

Somers, IA

Somers – Virginia Moeller 94, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 21, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be at Cedar Township…
December 29, 1961 - June 9, 2019

Jill M. Austin

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Jill M. Austin 57, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019 at her home following a lengthy illness.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2019 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial. …
May 10, 1943 - June 4, 2019

Dave E Hoover

Gowrie , IA

Gowrie- Dave E. Hoover, 76, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.   Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday, June 10, 2019 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be in Lost Grove Township Cemetery,…
June 3, 1920 - May 21, 2019

Iona M. Lusmann

Farnhamville, IA

  Farnhamville – Iona M. Lusmann 98, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Jerry Raether officiating.  Burial will be at…
November 23, 1954 - May 18, 2019

Kenneth L. Widen

Harcourt , IA

Harcourt – Kenneth L. Widen 64, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 30, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Dayton, with Pastor Kay Christie officiating.  Burial will be at a later…
May 11, 1926 - May 17, 2019

I. Elaine Fish

Racine, WI

RACINE, WI – I. Elaine Fish, 93, passed away to eternal life on Friday, May 17, 2019.  Memorial Graveside Service will be 1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Garfield Township Cemetery, near Lytton.  Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City is serving the family. …
February 20, 1939 - May 9, 2019

Larry M. Koos

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Larry M. Koos 80, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2019 at Evangelical Covenant Church, near Pomeroy, with Pastor Marv Norlien and Pastor Linda Norlien officiating. …
January 24, 1929 - May 6, 2019

LaVonne M. Palmquist

Harcourt, IA

Harcourt - LaVonne Mildred Palmquist, 90, passed away peacefully on May 6th at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, MN. She was a resident of Colonial Acres Health Care Center in Golden Valley, MN.      A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will…
January 2, 1924 - May 3, 2019

David V Bybee

Farnhamville, IA

     Farnhamville- David Verge Bybee, 95, passed away Friday, May 3, 2019 at Shady Oaks Care Center in Lake City.    Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville, with Pastor Jerry Raether officiating. Burial…
March 5, 1929 - April 4, 2019

Darlene Rummel

Clive, IA

Fort Dodge – Darlene Rummel 90, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2019 at Woodland Creek Retirement Community in Clive.  Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 8, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating. …
December 10, 1957 - April 3, 2019

Sandra K. Blome

Chandler, AZ

Sandy Blome, age 61, died on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at her home in Chandler, AZ.   Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 10:30 AM at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Farnhamville, IA with Pastor Jerry Raether officiating.  Burial will be in the Paton Township…
July 12, 1927 - March 31, 2019

Erwin B. Andrew

Farnhamville, IA

Graveside Services for Edwin B. Andrew 91, of Woodstock, GA, formerly of Farnhamville, will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2019 at Reading Township Cemetery, Farnhamville, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating.  Military Graveside Rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #510 of…
June 2, 1920 - March 30, 2019

Doris D. Stoolman

Rockwell City , IA

Rockwell City – Doris D. Stoolman 98, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2019 at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Rev. B.J. Ukena officiating.  Burial of casket will…
September 7, 1946 - March 27, 2019

Philip W. Rossmanith

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Philip W. Rossmanith 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Park Pointe Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Morris, Illinois, after several years of failing health.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 1, 2019, at Holy…
April 3, 1923 - March 16, 2019

Earlene L. Wilson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Earlene L. Wilson 95, passed away Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Stewart Memorial Hospital. Lake City.  A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 18, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Rev. Dr. James H. Chesnutt officiating. …
September 1, 1960 - March 8, 2019

Randy J. Torborg

Ida Grove, IA

Ida Grove – Randy J. Torborg 58, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 8, 2019 at home in Ida Grove.  A Celebration of Life Service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2019 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn Bruch officiating at…
September 2, 1952 - March 5, 2019

Linda "Linn" Miller

Rinard, IA

Rinard – Linda “Linn” A. Miller 66, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 unexpectedly at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Her wishes were to be cremated.  Graveside Services will be 12:30 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Cedar Township Cemetery, near Rinard,…
December 11, 1934 - March 4, 2019

Ruth Schoonover

Fort Dodge, IA

Fort Dodge – Ruth D. Schoonover 84, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 8, 2019 at Our Saviours Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor Greg Stano and Pastor Deb Stano officiating. Graveside…
February 22, 1920 - February 23, 2019

Juanita M. Lorentzen

Gowrie, IA

  GOWRIE – Juanita M. Lorentzen, 99, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing in Gowrie.  Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. …
January 2, 1924 - February 19, 2019

Lois I. Buttolph

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Lois I. Buttolph 95, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Accura Healthcare of Pomeroy.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman…
April 7, 1936 - February 6, 2019

Karene S. Kraft

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Karene S. Kraft 82, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m.  Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 at the Church of Christ, Rockwell City, with Rev. Jeff Kraft officiating.  Burial of casket…
June 7, 1947 - February 5, 2019

Paul D. McCarville

Rockwell City, IA

Paul Dean McCarville of Rockwell City passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at his home.  Paul was born June 7, 1947, to Edward (Bud) McCarville and Arlene Baker McCarville. He attended St. Francis Catholic School and Rockwell City High School. He entered the United States Navy following High…
January 9, 1948 - January 18, 2019

Enrique Villarreal

Rockwell City, IA

Enrique Villarreal Jr. 71, of Rockwell City, Iowa, formerly of Falfurrias, Texas, entered into rest on Friday, January 18, 2019 at his home following a lengthy illness. Enrique’s wishes were to be cremated and Services will be in Texas at a later date.     …
February 21, 1948 - January 16, 2019

Mark S. Talbott

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Mark S. Talbott 70, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019 unexpectantly in Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 21, 2019 at Emanuel – St. John Lutheran Church, Lytton, with Pastor Ben Worley officiating.  Burial will be at St.…
July 17, 1918 - January 14, 2019

Ella B. Webb

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Ella B. Webb 100, passed away Monday, January 14, 2019 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the Church of Christ, Rockwell City, with Pastor Kenneth Greeley officiating.  Burial will be at Rosehill…
October 6, 1941 - January 4, 2019

Raymond DeBruin

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Raymond DeBruin 77, passed away Friday, January 4, 2019 at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie.  His wishes were to have no services.       Raymond is survived by his wife Sharon; sons, Michael DeBruin of Fort Dodge, Scott DeBruin of Gowrie,…
October 14, 1923 - January 3, 2019

Doris M. Hildreth

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Doris M. Hildreth 95, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019 at the Sunny Knoll Care Centre, Rockwell City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 7, 2019 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will be…
April 21, 1961 - January 1, 2019

Craig Hanson

Callender, IA

   Craig Hanson, 57, of Callender passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2019.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 4, 2019 at Fulton Lutheran Church, Roelyn, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. A visitation will be Thursday,…
June 10, 1938 - December 23, 2018

Darold L. Traster

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Darold L. Traster 80, passed away Sunday, December 23, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing in Gowrie.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 29, 2018 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will be at Gowrie…
August 6, 1927 - December 21, 2018

Rodney W. Peterson

Dayton, IA

Dayton – Rodney W. Peterson 91, passed away Friday, December 21, 2018 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  A Celebration of Life Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 5, 2019 at McGuire Bend Church, near Dayton, with Pastor Allan Redenius officiating.  Burial will…
April 3, 1936 - December 19, 2018

Marcella L. Boland

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie - Marcella L. Boland 82, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing in Gowrie.  No services are
April 19, 1934 - December 17, 2018

Lois C. Dawson

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Lois C. Dawson 84, passed away Monday, December 17, 2018 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will be at Rosehill Cemetery,…
January 27, 1954 - December 8, 2018

Steve H. Strickland

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Steven H. Strickland, 64, of Rockwell City, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at his home. Survivors include his loving daughter, Heather Miller of Fort Dodge and his grandsons, Anthony Miller and Austin Lee; siblings, Joni (John) Hepp, Randy Strickland, both of…
April 17, 1932 - December 7, 2018

Johnny F. Block

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City- John F. Block, 86, passed away Friday, December 7, 2018 at Accura Healthcare of Pomeroy. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating. Burial will be in…
July 15, 1933 - December 6, 2018

Marilyn Jo Carlson

Ames, IA

Gowrie  Marilyn Jo (Mann) Carlson was born July 15, 1933 and passed from this life to the next on Thursday morning, December 6, 2018 at the Israel Family Hospice House, Ames following a lengthy illness.   A Celebration of Life Service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 14, 2018 at the…
May 27, 1924 - December 6, 2018

Leslie E. Larson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville - Leslie E. Larson 94, passed away December 6, 2018 at the Calvin Community Care Center, Des Moines.  Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 27, 2021 at the Gowrie Township Cemetery, Gowrie.  Family and friends are invited for lunch at Rudy's Restaurant in…
January 26, 1925 - December 2, 2018

Elsworth Bigelow

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City- Elsworth L. Bigelow, 93, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018 at the Marian Home in Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday, December 7, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran and Presbyterian Church in Rockwell City with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating. Burial…
January 16, 1935 - November 19, 2018

Zuella G. Swartzendruber

Manson, IA

Manson – Zuella G. Swartzendruber 83, passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 at Prairie Hills Des Moines Retirement Community.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Augustana Lutheran Church, Manson, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating.  Burial…
January 28, 1914 - November 5, 2018

Caroline "Carrie" Owen

Boone, IA

  Rockwell City – Caroline “Carrie” Owen 104, passed away Monday, November 5, 2018 at Westhaven Nursing Home in Boone, Iowa.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 10, 2018 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Father Lawrence McCarty…
September 5, 1946 - November 3, 2018

Michael L. Welter

Lehigh, IA

    Lehigh - Michael L. Welter, 72, formerly of Gowrie passed away November 3, 2018 at his home.    A private family graveside service will be at Gowrie Township Cemetery with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is serving the family. …
August 25, 1930 - November 2, 2018

Delmer W. Zinnel

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Delmer W. Zinnel 88, passed away Friday, November 2, 2018 at Shady Oaks Care Center, Lake City.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman…
May 22, 1924 - October 31, 2018

Fawn E. Borer

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Fawn E. Borer 94, passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing in Gowrie.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Visitation will be 1:00 p.m.…
November 10, 1935 - October 16, 2018

Shirley Joanne Engstrom

Fort Dodge, IA

   Harcourt- Shirley J. Engstrom, 82, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at Friendship Haven, Fort Dodge.     Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Faith Lutheran Church in Harcourt with Pastor Rod Meyer officiating. Burial will be in Lost…
July 24, 1933 - October 13, 2018

Velma V. Jacob

Fort Dodge, IA

Rockwell City – Velma V. Jacob 85, passed away Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 18, 2018 at the United Methodist Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor Anita Bane officiating.  Burial will…
October 31, 1926 - October 7, 2018

Florence F. Jaeschke

Callender, IA

Callender – Florence F. Jaeschke 91, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2018 at her home.  Private Family Graveside Services will be at Graceland Cemetery, Fort Dodge.  Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie is in charge of arrangements.      Florence is survived by her…
June 21, 1948 - October 4, 2018

Rudy C. Hockemeier

Ogden, IA

Ogden – Rudy C. Hockemeier 70, passed away Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Accura HealthCare of Ogden.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church, Ogden, with Pastor Steve Ude officiating.  Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13…
December 7, 1942 - October 1, 2018

Paul A. Nesler

Sergeant Bluff, IA

Rockwell City – Paul A. Nesler 75, of Sergeant Bluff, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 at Floyd Place in Sergeant Bluff.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, at the Palmer & Swank Funeral Home, Rockwell City, with Pastor Jim Davis…
April 5, 1954 - October 1, 2018

Kathy K. Lizer

Gowrie , IA

Gowrie- Kathy K. Lizer, 64 passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 at her home. Funeral services will be 10:30 am Friday, October 5, 2018 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden and Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. A visitation will be 4:30…
January 6, 1933 - October 1, 2018

Marvin P. Coon

   Farnhamville- Marvin P. Coon, 85, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital, Lake City.    Funeral services will be 10:30 am Saturday, October 6, 2018 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Farnhamville with Pastor J. K. Raether officiating.…
August 23, 1936 - September 23, 2018

Shirley J. Roby

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Shirley J. Roby 82, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2018 unexpectantly at her home.  Graveside Services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, at the Roby Family Cemetery, south of Rockwell City, with Pastor James Hoover Mossman officiating.  Palmer & Swank…
November 17, 1928 - September 18, 2018

Billee Irene Ramthun

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Billee I. Ramthun 89, of Fort Dodge, formerly of Rockwell City, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home, Fort Dodge.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, east of Rockwell City, with…
August 17, 1934 - September 15, 2018

Lathelle C. Strandberg

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Lathelle “Luddie” C. Strandberg 84, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy.  Her wishes were to have no local services.  Her children are having a private scattering of her ashes in California. Burial of a portion of…
September 23, 1961 - September 2, 2018

Gary D. Thompson

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy – Gary D. Thompson 56, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy following a lengthy illness with Parkinson’s disease.  Memorial Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018 at St. Francis Catholic Church, Rockwell City, with Fr. Lynn…
September 9, 1927 - September 2, 2018

Dorothy V. Carlon

Gowrie, IA

Dorothy V. Carlon, 90, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing at Gowrie, Iowa.  Funeral services will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Rev. James Hoover Mossman officiating.  Burial will be at Gowrie…
March 8, 1931 - August 23, 2018

Blanche Lewis

 Rockwell City - Blanche Lewis, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at Stewart Memorial Community Hospital in Lake City.    A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 29th at 10:30 AM at Opportunity Living at 1890 E. Main Street in Lake City.
December 12, 1950 - August 22, 2018

Dennis Davis

 Harcourt- Dennis W. Davis, 67, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines.    A Celebration of Life will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 27, 2018 at United Methodist Church, Dayton with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be at a later date.…
July 31, 1940 - August 19, 2018

Gene Edward Dischler

Manson, IA

Manson- Gene E. Dischler, 78 passed away Sunday, August 19, 2018 at his home.    Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 23, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City with Pastor James Mossman officiating. Burial will be at Rosehill…
May 6, 1955 - August 13, 2018

Marlin D. Bigelow

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – Marlin D. Bigelow 63, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.    Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 25, 2018 at St. Paul Lutheran and Prebyterian…
August 30, 1932 - August 2, 2018

Doris M. Moeller

Somers, IA

Somers – Doris M. Moeller 85, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, August 6, 2018 at the Somers United Methodist Church in Somers, with Rev. Dave Kruse officiating.  Burial will be at Cedar Township…
February 22, 1954 - July 31, 2018

William B. Courter

Pomeroy, IA

Pomeroy – William “Bill” B. Courter 64, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 6, 2018 at the Jolley Community United Methodist Church, Jolley, with Pastor Dawn Freese…
November 26, 1939 - July 26, 2018

James M. Eslick

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- James M. Eslick, 78. passed away Thursday, July 26, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Memorial services will be 10:30 am Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be in Gowrie Township Cemetery. Friends may…
March 19, 1931 - July 24, 2018

Marilyn M. Peterson

Callender, IA

Callender- Marilyn M. Peterson, 87, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at the Paula J. Baber Hospice Home in Fort Dodge.  Funeral services will be 10:30 am Monday, July 30, 2018 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender with Pastor…
January 21, 1934 - July 21, 2018

Morley J. Alpers

Pomeroy, IA

Rockwell City – Morley J. Alpers 84, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the Accura Healthcare of Pomeroy.  Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 30, 2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, East of Rockwell City, with Pastor Chadric Dietrich officiating.  Visitation…
February 11, 1927 - July 13, 2018

Ora V. Mullins

Carlisle, IA

Carlisle – Ora V. Mullins 91, formerly of Paton, passed away Friday, July 13, 2018 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.  Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 16, 2018 at Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating.  Burial of casket…
January 31, 1935 - July 9, 2018

Harold Mervin Berg

Rockwell City, IA

Rockwell City – H. Mervin Berg 83, of Rockwell City and Twin Lakes, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018 at Stewart Memorial Hospital, Lake City.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 13, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian Church, Rockwell City, with Pastor B.J.…
June 12, 1944 - July 6, 2018

Raymond "Breezy" Wilson

Farnhamville, IA

Farnhamville – Raymond E. Wilson “Breezy”, 74, passed away Friday, July 6, 2018 at Trinity Regional Medical Center, Fort Dodge.    Funeral services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at First United Church, Farnhamville with Rev. Dr. James Chestnutt officiating.…
June 9, 1922 - July 4, 2018

Phyllis M. Jorgensen

Callender – Phyllis M. Jorgensen 96, formerly of Callender, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Delmar Gardens of O’ Fallon in O’Fallon, Missouri.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 9, 2018 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Callender, with Pastor…
January 27, 1933 - June 17, 2018

Ervin Buske

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie- Ervin Buske, 85 passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab and Nursing, Gowrie. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be in St. Johns Lutheran Cemetery, Lizard Township, Palmer,…
August 6, 1958 - June 14, 2018

Paul Fiala

Ames, IA

AMES, IA - Paul Jeffrey Fiala passed away at his home on June 14, 2018 at the age of 59, after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Monday, June 18, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie with Pastor Jim Davis and Pastor Christian Johnson officiating. Burial will be in…
May 2, 1928 - June 9, 2018

Merlyn L. Jensen

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Merlyn L. Jensen 90, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing in Gowrie. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, at Zion Lutheran Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Burial will be at Reading Township Cemetery, near…
January 27, 1936 - June 7, 2018

Neal V. Fish

Gowrie, IA

Gowrie – Neal V. Fish 82, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Pearl Valley Rehab & Nursing in Gowrie. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018 at the United Methodist Church, Gowrie, with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. Burial will be at Gowrie Township Cemetery with…
May 22, 1926 - June 6, 2018

Eldred "Sally" McCubbin

Twin Lakes, IA

Twin Lakes – Eldred "Sally" McCubbin 92, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the Eufaula Manor in Eufaula, Oklahoma. Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 22, 2018 at the Cedar Township Cemetery, Rinard, with Pastor Jim Davis officiating. Palmer & Swank Funeral Home,…
February 14, 1939 - April 9, 2018

Ira Dean Spencer

Ira Dean (Butch) Spencer, son of Gaylord Spencer and Ione Spencer-Lindeman, was born February 14, 1939 and passed away April 9, 2018 in Rockwell City Iowa at 79 years of age.      Memorial Graveside Services will be 12:30 p.m. Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Rosehill…
October 4, 1915 - March 8, 2018

Opal E. Telleen

Boulder, CO

Opal E. Telleen, 102, of Boulder, Colorado and formerly of Gowrie and Jefferson passed away March 8, 2018 at Frasier Meadows in Boulder.   Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 28, 2018 at United Methodist Church, Gowrie with Pastor Susan Rohden officiating. A luncheon will be…


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