Lorene Marion Kruse was born September 9, 1926 on the Kruse farm near Lidderdale, Iowa in Grant Township. She grew up on the family farm during the Great Depression. She attended a one-room school house and then Immanuel Lutheran School with her siblings in Lidderdale. She graduated from Carroll High School. She then attended and graduated from St. Anthony’s School of Nursing in Carroll in 1948, as did her sister, Doris, six years later.

She wed Robert E. Simpson on September 16, 1948. To this union eight children were born. Bob attended ISTC (UNI) on the GI Bill after serving in the US Navy during WWII. After graduation his first teaching job took the young family to Dunbar, Iowa. Robert taught several subjects, including science, biology, drivers ed and coached girls’ high school basketball. Jean and Jill were the young team mascots. The family also resided in Clemens, Wall Lake, New Hampton and Storm Lake. Lorene worked as a RN in each town. The family moved to Storm Lake when Bob accepted a position with the DOT as a safety consultant, serving in NW Iowa. This enabled Lorene to stay home with the children. A year and a half later Bob tragically passed away. Six children were still at home and Lorene returned to nursing, as a Buena Vista Public Health Nurse.

Lorene and Jim Conner, a widower, eventually became reacquainted, having grown up on farms near each other, as did Robert. They married July 27, 1974 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Storm Lake. Lorene and her three young children, Jeri, Jaye and Judy, joined Jim on the farm north of Jefferson. Combined with Jim’s children, they had ten children between them. To this union there were many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who loved spending time on the farm. Many family meals are fondly remembered. Lorene was an excellent cook and took in stride the large gatherings.

During her lifetime, Lorene found time for many activities and causes. She always had ties to the Lutheran Camp Okoboji – winning an essay contest to attend the first week when it opened and returning many years as a camp nurse, always with children or grandchildren who weren’t old enough to be campers. She also sewed for her young children and grandchildren. Lorene was active in Greene County Democrats, Trees Forever, Garden Club, Community Betterment and AFS. She served on the St. Anthony School of Nursing Color Guard, attending fellow graduates’ funerals, including sister, Doris. The farm family hosted an exchange student from Sweden, Anna Tegler. Lorene returned to nursing part-time at New Hope Village in Carroll after the children had left home. She also worked as a RN in Arizona when they stopped farming and Jim managed a combine crew.

Lorene loved to travel and visited many of the US States. She had visited her mother, Marie’s home state of Missouri since she was a young girl. Her extended family spoke German and young Lorene could understand the language by the time they left back for home in Carroll County. She traveled to Europe twice, once in the 70’s as a leader with her daughter, JoAn and the Storm Lake Girl Scout troop and later with Jim, in the 80’s to visit daughter, Judy a high school exchange student in Linkoping, Sweden. Jim was on the West Central Co-op board and they took several co-op related trips. They also visited Jaye in Okinawa, Hawaii while he was serving on a submarine in the US Navy.

Lorene loved composing poetry and was published many years up until last year in the annual Lyrical Iowa poetry book. She encouraged her children, grandchildren and others to write and submit poetry.

Lorene struggled at the end of her life with neuropathy. She was cared for in her home by her devoted son, Jaye as she had wanted. She continued to be mentally sharp, reading the Des Moines Register and completing the NY Times crossword daily (in ink!) until writing became difficult and her eyesight failed. She stayed current on political and world news. She enjoyed phone calls from family and friends, conversing with all on any topic.

She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Kerry Lou; her first husband, Robert Simpson; her second husband, James Conner; her parents, Charles and Marie (Hahne) Kruse; her four older brothers: Lawrence, Raymond, Harold and Elmer Kruse; her younger sister, Doris Grade; two son-in-laws, Dave Griffiths of Des Moines and Robert Stevenson of Decorah; a niece; nephews and a sister-in-law.

Survivors include her children: Jean (Tom) Thompson of Postville, Jill (Richard) Lockey of Janesville, Joel Simpson of Charleston, Ill., JoAn Stevenson of Decorah, Jeri Griffiths of Des Moines, Jaye Conner of Jefferson, Judy (Mark) Obermeier of Edwardsville, Ill., Steve Conner of Concordia, Kan., Nancy O’Rourke of Carroll and Jeff (Robin) Conner of Panora; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; two sisters-in-law, Norma (Harold) and Leta (Raymond) Kruse of Carroll and a brother-in-law, Lou Grade of Carroll.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 29 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Lorene was baptized, confirmed and married at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lidderdale and was interred in the Immanuel Lutheran cemetery.  Visitation with the family present to greet friends was from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 28 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson.

Online condolences may be left at www.sliningerschroeder.com.

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Donea Lynne Shane, Ph.D., passed away in her Salt Lake City home on May 14, 2018, at age 79.

Donea was born to Gordon and Berea Carl of Paton, Iowa. She grew up in Paton and played organ in the Methodist Church. After graduation from Paton High School, she went to Des Moines and earned an R.N. degree from the Iowa Methodist School of Nursing. While there she met the love of her life and husband of nearly 50 years, William D. Shane Jr. They eventually settled in Albuquerque, N.M. where they made their home together for the next five decades. Their children, Craig and Lynnea were born into the peaceful and loving home they created in Albuquerque.

After several years of clinical nursing, Donea returned to school, ultimately earning a doctorate. During this time she devoted herself to nursing education at the University of New Mexico College of Nursing and published “Returning to School: A Guide for Nurses.” She was associate dean for the UNM College of Nursing Baccalaureate program for 12 years, then served as dean for her final year prior to her retirement in 1998.

During retirement, Donea and Bill were able to enjoy their dream of traveling America in their RV for several years. After Bill was diagnosed with the rare degenerative neurological disease progressive supranuclear palsy, Donea devoted herself to his care and comfort until his death in 2010.

In her later years she enjoyed traveling with her daughter, playing bridge with her friends and colleagues from the College of Nursing and volunteering with the community service group Altrusa International. She delighted in visits from her grandchildren from Salt Lake City, Utah, and eventually moved there in 2015 to be closer to them.

Donea is survived by her children, Craig Shane, M.D. of Salt Lake City and Lynnea Shane of Washington, DC; and her grandchildren, Cate and Ben.

A private memorial will be held in Albuquerque, N.M. on June 9. Please RSVP to doneasmemorial@gmail.com if you would like to attend.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the “Donea and Bill Shane Returning to School Nursing Scholarship” at the University of New Mexico College of Nursing, 2502 Marble Ave., Albuquerque, NM 87131.

Arrangements entrusted to Starks Funeral Parlor. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com.

William “Bill” McCarty, the son of William Sr. and Lula (Hasty) McCarty, was born August 27, 1937 in Lake City, Iowa and departed this life May 31, 2018 at St. Anthony’s Regional Hospital in Carroll, Iowa. He lived his life to the age of 80 years, 9 months and 4 days.

Bill was raised on a farm west of Lohrville and attended and graduated from Lohrville High School in 1956. On September 22, 1957, Bill was united in marriage to Karen Williams at the First Baptist Church in Lake City. Two sons and three daughters were born to this union. Bill and Karen made their home on the family farm near Lohrville where they raised their family. Bill and Karen were always working side by side through all 60 years of their marriage. During their marriage, Bill farmed and operated a truck line and then Bill and Karen moved to California where they were property managers together for manufactured homes communities. They lived in California for 32 years before they retired and moved to Jefferson, Iowa.

Bill was a member of the Lake City First Baptist Church until its closing. He was also a member of the American Angus Association and the Midnighters Car Club. During the time that they lived in California, Bill was president of the manufactured home communities several years.

Bill enjoyed farming, which was his passion, and would always say he was an old sod buster from Iowa. He loved people - if you knew Bill at all, you knew he loved to talk with everyone added with the stories he could tell!  Anyone that spent time with Bill could probably re-tell a story that Bill had told them. While he was property manager, he knew and talked to everyone in the communities.

Bill loved tractors, semis and antique cars. He owned a Model- A Ford, a 1957 Chevy and a collection of tractors.

Bill loved his family and he always loved kids around him and all their friends. A person never knew how many people would be at Bill’s house.

Those who are left to mourn his passing are his wife, Karen; children: Tammy (Steve) Smith of Jefferson, Billy McCarty and his partner, Rick Hansen of Council Bluffs and Dianne Dennis of Ankeny. Also, Debbie (Denny) Spencer of Cedar Rapids and Tim Williams of Texas, who were Karen’s siblings that lived with Bill and Karen and were an important part of their family, 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Those who preceded him in death were his parents; son, Stevie; daughter, Joanne McCullough; great-granddaughter, Emily Jean McCullough; three brothers: Vaughn, Armour and Merle McCarty; and three sisters: Virginia DeLong, Marilyn Owen and Ruth McCarty.

Funeral services were held for Bill at 11 a.m. Monday, June 4, 2018 at the Brown Funeral Home in Jefferson with Rev. Bob McKnight officiating. Burial was made in the Lake City Cemetery. Musical selections played at the service were “The Dance” by Garth Brooks and “I’ve Been Everywhere” by Johnny Cash. Serving as casket bearers were Bobby Hunt, Eric Million, Josh Million, Kade Dennis, Nick Waddell, Randy McCullough and Zack Smith.

Memorials are suggested to the Blank Children’s Memorial Hospital in Des Moines.

Brown Funeral Home, Jefferson.

John Timothy “Tim” Healy passed away at home at the age of 65 on May 23, 2018. Tim was a kind, gentle, mischievous, and simple man who was a lover of nature. He was always on an even keel and never one to get riled. Tim considered everyone his friend and would always stop and visit with others he crossed paths with on his route rides around Greene County.

Tim was born into the family of Jack and Jessie (Shriver) Healy on April 10, 1953. He was welcomed by older siblings Mike, Denny, Nancy, Joe and Sandra. Tim graduated from Jefferson High School in 1971 and from DMACC where he studied heating and cooling.

Tim started his working career at Culver Engineering. In 1979 he started working for the county in the secondary roads department as county surveyor. In 1988 he became the zoning administrator. He also served as Environmental Health Director as well as GIS mapping coordinator. In September 2015 Tim retired from the county after 37 ½ enjoyable years.

Tim was united in marriage to Jan Burk in March 1980. To this union were born two sons, Denny and Mike. As the boys grew up, and through adulthood, they enjoyed going on “tours” of Greene county where they learned about pieces of history. They enjoyed all things outdoors with their dad. Tim remained very close to his sons. Never would he allow more than a couple of days to go by without talking to them, always ending conversations with “I love you.”

In 1999 Tim struck up a conversation with an old family friend, Jane Perkins. They married and spent the next 18 years living on their acreage, in which Tim took great pride. Their chocolate labs were never far from their side as they enjoyed working in the yard or garden. They were passionate about their farm pond, spending countless hours making improvements to it. Tim’s ashes will be spread at the Healy pond in a private family ceremony.

Tim’s granddaughter, Haddie Louise, was the light of his life. Tim and Haddie had a unique way of communicating from the beginning, each patting their hand to their head. There was nothing that Tim would not do for his special little girl.

 A Celebration of Life service was held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 2 at Clover Hall in Jefferson with Rev. Cathy VanGundy of Panora officiating. Honorary bearers were Jim Wyckoff, Dave Perkins, Mike Piepel, Bob Bills, John Evers, Rick Pierce, Dennis Louk, Phil Siglin and Terry Semke. Soloist, James Healy sang “Somewhere” from West Side Story and “Live Until I Die” by Clay Walker and “Drink A Beer” by Luke Bryan were the musical selections played. The family greeted friends following the service until 5 p.m.  

Tim is survived by his wife, Jane; sons, Denny and Mike (Angie) and granddaughter, Haddie all of Jefferson. He is also survived by siblings: Mike(Jackie) of Dixon, Ill., Nancy(Denny) Hebner of Sioux Falls, S.D., Joe (Cheri) of Jefferson, Sandra Zeller-Healy of Nevada, Iowa and sister-in-law, Sue Healy Seifert of Scottsdale, Ariz.; as well as aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and more friends than can be counted. Tim was preceded in death by his father, Jack; mother, Jessie; brother, Denny and nephew, Jamie.

Memorials may be directed to the family to be used at their discretion.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson, 515-386-2171.

Craig Cuddy was born October 12, 1949, the second of Jim and Lorna Cuddy’s five boys. Craig had a tough start in life, as asthma kept him down often. Consequently, he grew into a teen fueled by an uncertain longevity, so he decided to do as much as he could. Craig’s journey ended June 10, 2018, at the age of 68. He lived a lot in those years, as a fearless adventurer, but foremost as a great son, brother, dad to Chad, and partner to Susan DeWitt.

Craig touched many on his journey. A few highlights: ice cream cone jockey at Bud Lange’s Creamery in Dayton, Iowa (while brother Dick worked across the street at Carson’s Hardware and Funeral Home), bartender somewhere, respiratory therapist (self-help), aspiring writer, mortuary student, meat cutter, Jerry Brown political activist, Twin Lakes skiing enthusiast, probation officer (thin line between crime and justice), home health care dude, dedicated oppositional defiant, realtor, land developer, Nascar race host, rodeo TV cameraman (bull riding), tequila taster in Mexico (8 months), EMT in California, caregiver to his parents (payback), Greene County census director, harvest scale operator, golf course marshal, secret shopper, drug trial guinea pig, lifelong wandering soul.

His brother Joe says Craig had the ability to argue with anyone at full blast and they never seemed to stay mad at him, because he smiled as he made his point. Brother Dick has dozens of stories, but please ask him in person, as most are unprintable. When Craig’s fate was sealed a week before he died, he called his brother Mark to say, “And then there were four,” followed by a hearty laugh. That was Craig’s brand of humor. He said his goal was to make it to his 50th class reunion. Five days later, the hayrack carrying the class of ’68 paused in front of Craig and Susan’s house on the Mahanay Bell Tower Festival parade route, and his classmates chanted Craig’s name and cheered. He made his 50th. The next morning, his memorable life stopped, and the legend of his life took flight.

His parents, Jim and Lorna Cuddy, preceded Craig in death. Craig is survived by his son: Chad (Becky) Cuddy of St. Helena, Calif.; two granddaughters, Morgan and Mila Cuddy of St. Helena, Calif.; his life partner, Susan DeWitt of Jefferson; Susan’s daughters: Nicole (Eric) Campbell and Chrissa (Travis) Lowe; Susan’s grandchildren: Gavin, Grant and Gage Campbell; his four brothers: Dick (Marge) Cuddy of The Villages, Fla., Steve (Kathy) Cuddy of Jefferson, Mark (Kitty Sheehan) Cuddy of Hurley, N.Y. and Joe (Susan Timmerman) Cuddy of Jefferson; his aunt: Janice (Jerry) Kennedy of Grand Junction; nieces; nephews; cousins; other relatives and many friends.

Following cremation, a visitation for Craig will be held on Saturday, June 16 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson, with the family present to greet friends from 2  to 4 p.m., and featuring story telling at 3:30. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery, in the Cuddy plot south of Cooper, Iowa, in Greene County. His great-grandparents, James Dominic Cuddy and Ann Cuddy, have been waiting for Craig since 1907, in the little Irish Catholic cemetery where the church burned down in 1954. We swear Craig had nothing to do with that. The view is beautiful.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Jefferson Public Library in Jefferson.  

We will miss Craig’s smile and humor, his edginess and kindness, and most of all, his laughter. Breathe easy, brother Craig.     

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson, 515-386-2171.

Edward “Ed” Neil Pegg, 72, died Saturday, June 9, 2018 at his home south of Jefferson.

Funeral service were held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 14 at Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson with burial at Franklin Township Cemetery in Cooper. Visitation was after 1 on Wed. June 13, with the family present from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Ed is survived by his wife, Connie of Jefferson; daughter, Kimberly (Troy) Zeleznik of West Des Moines and son, Matthew (Ann) Pegg of San Angelo, Texas. Ed was preceded in death by his father, Chauncey; mother, Helen; step-father, Raymond and brother, Curtis Pegg.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Hope Ministries of Des Moines, Iowa.

Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson is in charge of arrangements.

A Celebration of Life service for Bill Kendall, 83, of Jefferson will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, June 15, 2018 at the Greene County High School Auditorium. Military rites and interment will follow at the Jefferson Cemetery.

William LeRoy Kendall was the oldest of nine children born to Otha and Flora (Fister) Kendall on April 21, 1935 in Jefferson, Iowa. Bill was born at home. He passed away at his home on June 9, 2018 in the same block that he was born.

Bill graduated from Jefferson High School in 1954. During his younger years he had always wanted to join the service and make a career out of it. Bill started his military career in August of 1954. After Bill had been assigned to Special Forces and completed jump school at Fort Bragg, North Carolina in March of 1955, Bill returned home in December of 1955 to marry his long-time girlfriend, Barbara Jane Scheffers. From their marriage they had four children: Tony Ray, Curtis Dean, Tracy Lee and Candy Mae Kendall.

He enlisted for Airborne Unassigned (Special Forces) on August 23, 1954 and retired on September 1, 1974. Bill spent all his military service with the Special Forces, Special Operations Group, Special Operations Group Combat Command Central and Regional Readiness Group. He spent five years (1964-1969) in Vietnam with the Special Operations Group in 1964-65 and Special Operations Group Combat Command Central in 1968-69. He worked with long-range reconnaissance teams only. He had 200 missions which included those flown in 1956-57 working on Project White Star in Japan. Bill was First Sergeant in charge of 1,400 students a month at the Jungle Operation Training Center, Fort Sherman, Canal Zone. He was later assigned as First Sergeant of the School of America, Fort Gulick, Canal Zone, where more than 200 Central and South American Army officers and men were trained during each class.

Bill reached the height of his military career while serving as First Sergeant of the Atlantic Area Command from 1971-1973. During this time he was in charge of 3,500 men, and hundreds of civilian personnel. His last assignment prior to retiring was Senior Operation and Intelligence Sergeant of the Region Readiness Group. It was during the latter part of this tour of duty that he was selected for promotion to the highest rank possible as Command Sergeant Major. Bill turned this promotion down so that he could retire into civilian life and devote the remaining years of his life to his family.

During his military career, Bill made over 3,400 parachute jumps, many in Vietnam. He spent four years in (1964-1969) in Vietnam and received 35 medals and awards for valor or service against any enemy force. He also received 28 other awards for peacetime service. Three of his units were presented with the Presidential Unit Citation for extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed enemy in Vietnam. This is the highest award that may be given to a military unit for action against an enemy force.

In 1973 he returned to the United States from Panama and retired from the service in August 1974. He built his home in Jefferson and devoted the rest of his time to his family. In 1977 Bill’s first wife, Barbara Jane, passed away. In 1980, he met Barbara Jean Russell. They were married on February 14, 1981. Together they enjoyed gardening, genealogy, traveling and working on holiday lights. Bill worked at Super Value and G & M Food in Jefferson, and for McLaughin International in Scranton for several years. Bill was also an avid golfer, bowler and enjoyed watching car races.

Bill was an active member of the VFW serving as Commander for several years on the local level. He was also Jr. Vice Commander on the State level. In 2006 he was appointed Inspector General of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, a national VFW position. Bill was also a member of the American Legion, the Jefferson Lyons Club, Greene County Genealogy Society, Elks and Masonic Lodge.

Bill worked on the design of the Medal of Honor of Flag to honor Captain Darrell R. Lindsay Medal of Honor Recipient from Jefferson. In June 2002, Congressman, Tom Latham introduced legislation recommending the flag become the official Medal of Honor Flag. It passed 380 votes to 0. Senator Grassley presented the proposal to the Senate where it also was passed. On October 21, 2002, President George Bush signed the bill into law making the Medal of Honor Flag official.

Bill enjoyed living in his community. He was recognized by the school district with being inducted to the Hall of Fame. He often donated his assistance or contributions to various activities within the community.

He was predeceased by his parents; brothers: Charlie, Arlie and Peter; sister, Charlotte; and first wife, Barbara Jane Scheffers.

Bill is survived by his wife, Barb; sons: Tony (Ronda) of Jefferson, Curtis of Norwalk and Tracy (Tina) of Tampa, Fla.; daughter, Candy (Scott) of Norwalk; nine grandchildren: Merinda, Kimberly, AJ, Jamie, Steven, Brandon, Chassidy, Jordyn and Kendall; 11 great grandchildren; siblings: JoAnn (Virgil) Schuett and Diann Earll both of Branson, Mo., Dolly Leatherman of Hollister, Mo. and Robert (Ly) of Junction City, Kan.; sister-in-law, Karen Kendall of Lampe, Mo.; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson. 515-386-2171.

Leroy Thompson passed away June 17, 2018 at the age of 92. He was born on October 1, 1925 in Boone County, Iowa to Jasper W. Thompson and Ethel Elizabeth Rinker.

Leroy served in the United States Army during World War II and received a Purple Heart. Because of his service, Leroy was able to attend the Honor Flight in 2010. Leroy also spent ten years working in security for Lewis Systems. In his free time he was an animal lover and also enjoyed driving around in his car.  

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; two sisters; his daughter, Louise Thompson; and his daughter-in-law, Sue Thompson. He is survived by his loving wife, Delores; children: David, Roger (Louella Ochoa), Tim (Marcy) and Mark (Julie) Thompson; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A visitation for Leroy will be held at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, on Thursday, June 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. A memorial service will also be held at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home on Friday, June 22 at 10 a.m. Leroy will be buried at Bass Point Cemetery following the memorial.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in honor of Leroy.

Online condolences may be made at hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.

Raynard Langenbau, 78, of rural Garwin, Iowa passed away at home Saturday, June 16, 2018, surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 20 at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 21 at 10:30 a.m. at Peace United Church of Christ in Gladbrook, Iowa. Military honors will be provided by Gladbrook American Legion Post #127.

Raynard August Langenbau was born on November 14, 1939, in rural Gladbrook. He passed away in the same house next to the room he was born in. He was the son of William and Velma (Prehn) Langenbau. Raynard attended school in the Garwin school district and graduated with the class of 1957. In September 1960, Raynard was united in marriage to Judith Bresnahan and they were blessed with two children, Tracy and Dale; they later divorced.

He served his country honorably in the United States Coast Guard from 1957 until 1961. In December, 1974, Raynard married Phyllis Tilley. Phyllis passed away in July, 1988. In 1995, he met Rhea Hoskins of Jefferson. They became engaged a couple of years later. And although they never married, they remained together ever since.

Raynard lived and farmed in rural Gladbrook/Garwin his entire life. He always enjoyed talking to others about farming and its benefits and challenges. He was a member of Peace United Church of Christ and the American Legion. He enjoyed volunteering for the Corn Carnival food stand and displaying his light house collection at the Collectors Fair, which stemmed from his Coast Guard days of living in and maintaining a light house for a year. He received honors for prompt performance of duty for rescuing three people from a capsized motorboat during extreme adverse conditions. He was stationed in Greenland for a time as well. He has an extensive light house collection. Tinkering with something in the shop and being around his family, especially his grandchildren, were things he enjoyed the most. He also enjoyed showing and talking about his 1917 farm home.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Tracy (Randall) Hersom of Urbandale and Dale (Heidi) Langenbau of rural Garwin; his fiancé of 23 years, Rhea Hoskins of Jefferson; his grandchildren: Summer (Jay) Beichley of Gladbrook, Cole and Cooper Langenbau of Garwin, and Nate Hersom of Urbandale; his siblings: Orlyn (Doris) Langenbau of Marshalltown, Verona (Marvin) Staker of Traer and Harvin Langenbau of Waukee; step-children, Randy (Frances) Tilley of Texas and Sheri Aranda of Mt. Pleasant; step-grandchildren: Britnee, Haylee, Adrianna, Isabel, Gaby, Shawn and Bryce; step-great-grandchildren: Lexie, Lilie and Kinlie; Rhea’s children: Rhonda (Kurt) Oathout and Roxanne (Jeff) Gorsuch all of Jefferson; Rhea’s grandchildren: Angie (Mike) Healy and their daughter, Haddie and Otto (Rachel Johnson) Oathout all of Jefferson, Mark (Stephanie Morlan) Gorsuch of West Des Moines and Mitchell Gorsuch of Jefferson.

Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Velma Langenba;, his second wife, Phyllis Langenbau and his sister, Euna Christensen.

Memorials may be directed to the family for designation at a later date. For condolences or questions please visit: www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234.

The Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Raynard and his family.

Edward “Ed” Neil Pegg, 72, died Saturday, June 9, 2018 at his home south of Jefferson.

A funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 14 at Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson. Visitation was Wednesday, June 13. Reverend Rex Stancil provided words of comfort. Casket bearers were Vince Alliss, Justin Alliss, Troy Thorpe, Travis McDaniel, Jeff Parker, Clayton Tiedemann, Jarrett DeKoning and Donna Johnston. Honorary casket bearers were Bryce DeKoning, Jeff Lockhart, Jennifer Bolfick, Mark Pegg, Payton Martin, Melanie Frantz, Aliera Alliss, Kady Alliss, Keira Alliss, Jasper Alliss, Scott Hill, Tayleigh Thorpe, Jodi Samel, Andrew DeKoning, Blake DeKoning, Tim Thorpe, Cindy Pegg, Kaelin Martin and Sarah Johnston. The music played was “Friends,” “I’ll Fly Away” and “Daddy Sang Bass.” Military rites were given by U.S. Navy Funeral Honors and VFW Post #9599. Interment was at the Franklin Township Cemetery in Cooper, Iowa.

Ed was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, October 15, 1945 to Chauncey and Helen Pegg and older brother, Curtis. His family moved to Arkansas City, Kan. and then to Douglas, Kan., eventually settling in Scranton, Iowa where he graduated from High School in 1963. He discovered his life-long sweetheart in Jefferson car-hopping at the A&W. Ed and Connie Thorpe were married March 5, 1966 and transferred to JAX Naval base in Jacksonville, Fla. for three years. He was then stationed on the USS Bon Homme Richard aircraft carrier off the coast of Vietnam. He returned to his wife and new daughter after the service. Years later, a son was added to their family having settled in Fremont, Iowa.

In 1969, Ed started working for Iowa Machinery in Des Moines (now MH Equipment) as a field service technician repairing and maintaining lift trucks. In 1989, he moved the family to Adel. After retirement in 2011, he was hired as a safety trainer, completing over 45 years of employment with the same company.  

Ed was actively engaged in the Fremont community as a volunteer fire fighter. He served as a Deacon at the Church of Christ in Oskaloosa. After the death of his best buddy, he filled in the role of minister at a small church in Grinnell for 2 years. He was an assistant coach for his son’s baseball teams. He was an attendee (when possible) to all his children’s baseball and football games, 4-H events, plays, band and choir concerts and music recitals.  

Ed enjoyed Harley bike trips with Connie and his friends, turkey and deer hunting, fishing, traveling and acting as tour guide for his non-appreciative family (cows on the hill). He enjoyed woodworking and was the quintessential handyman.  Ed loved to play golf with his son, father-in-law, brother, sister-in-law and her sister. He liked to read his Bible and Louis L’Amour Western books, watch John Wayne, Clint Eastwood and Star Wars movies, make homemade ice cream and spend time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Connie; children, Matthew (Ann) of San Angelo, Texas and Kimberly Pegg-Zeleznik (Troy) of West Des Moines. He had many surrogate grand-kids including nephews, nieces and friends’ children.  

He loved his God and Jesus, his family and friends, and he loved his Country. Ed was a well-respected man who was loved by many and will be missed by all.

Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson was in charge of the arrangements.

Wayne Allen Hougham, son of George Hougham and Doris Stevens, was born November 18, 1960 in Perry, Iowa and passed away June 13, 2018 in Jefferson, Iowa from a heart attack at the age of 57. He was raised in Greene County, Iowa and attended East Greene schools. He made his home in Jefferson and worked at Frigidaire for 24 years while holding multiple side jobs.

After meeting his wife, Elizabeth (Meinecke) Hougham, he became co-owner and “public relations” of Uptown Café. He started working for Greene County Schools in 2009 and worked his way up to Director of Buildings, Grounds & Transportation, a position he was proud to have and loved dearly.

He was proud to share the accomplishments of his four children but was even more proud to be “Papa” to his granddaughter, Ella. When he was not working, which was all the time, you could find him watching “The Young and the Restless” or belting out 60’s and 70’s music in his deep, bass voice. He loved to entertain, laugh and give everybody a bit of his wisdom. He was someone that seemed to know everybody, knew something about everything, and would say it the way he saw it. He will leave a lasting impression on all the hearts he touched.

A Celebration of Life service was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 16 at First United Methodist Church in Jefferson officiated by Pastor Jim Barnett. Casket bearers were Robert Stofer, Jim Springer, Tim Gettler, Ron Vickers, Jeff Meinecke, Richard Conklin, Jr. and Dan Burkhardt. Honorary bearers were Joe Doran, John Reineman, Sean Thompson, Tim Buenz, Tim Christensen, Mel Graven, Elaine McDowell, Brian Phillips, Karen Sandberg, Shawn DeMoss, Kevin Lentz and Harold Everman. The music played was “Desperado” and “Take It To The Limit” by the Eagles and “Keep Me In Your Heart” by Eddie Vedder. Sheilah Pound was the soloist accompanied by Sheryl Sloan for “Wind Beneath My Wings” and “From A Distance.” Interment was at Franklin Township Cemetery in Greene County.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Meinecke) Hougham; son, Andy Hougham of Boone; daughters: Megan Hougham of Boone, Mary Rose Shelley of Cedar Falls, Iowa and Anna Rae Shelley of Minneapolis, Minn.; granddaughter, Ella; brothers, Tim Stevens of Fort Dodge and Ora (Nhan) Stevens of Jefferson; sisters, Bonnie Ikard of Perry and Willa Dwinell of Grand Junction; and other loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, George Hougham and other loved ones.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Lyle Martin Collogan, 95, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 22, 2018. He was born October 21, 1922 in Grand Junction, Iowa to Martin J. and Elizabeth (Schuttler) Collogan.  He graduated from Grand Junction High School in 1940 as class president and valedictorian. After graduating from Simpson College in 1943, he joined the United States Marine Corps, subsequently serving in the Pacific theater.

As a Marine he was awarded the Purple Heart after being wounded on day five of The Battle of Iwo Jima. Following recovery, he served as a ranking Marine in Japan during the occupation.

Upon returning to the States he married Della Mae Bruns and began a life of farming, working for the United States Postal Service and selling insurance. Della and Lyle were married for 57 years until Della’s death in 2003. Lyle was also preceded in death by a sister, Geraldine and brother, Lowell.

He was a member of Grandview Park Baptist Church and served in many different capacities throughout the years. He had a great heart for God, his family, the disabled and his country.

Lyle is survived by his wife, Beverly whom he married in 2004. He is also survived by his children: Jim (Becky) of Ankeny, Dan (Kim) of Roanoke, Va., Caryn of Hampton; Mark (Rhonda) of Des Moines and David (Krista) of Indianola; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 29 at Grandview Park Baptist Church with the funeral service following at 10:30 a.m. Interment with military honors will be held at 2 p.m. at Junction Township Cemetery in Grand Junction, Iowa. A reception will follow at United Methodist Church of Grand Junction.

Charitable contributions may be directed to Grandview Park Baptist Church. Online condolences welcome at www.IlesCares.com.

Iles Funeral Homes - Grandview Park Chapel, Des Moines, Iowa  50317, 515-265-1652.

Adam Michael Meinecke, oldest child of Robert Carl Meinecke and Sheri Lynn (Fellom) Meinecke, was born September 20, 1990 in Des Moines, Iowa and died June 17, 2018 near Cuba, Missouri at the age of 27 years, 8 months and 27 days.   

Funeral services were held at the Panorama High School Auditorium in Panora at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 2018. Special music, “ I Can Only Imagine” opened the service. Words of comfort were given by Pastor Jeremy Winters of Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church in Perry. Scripture readings Psalms 103:13-17; Isaiah 66:13, and I Corinthians 15:20-22 were read.  Remembrances of Adam were shared by his siblings, Conner Meinecke and Sarah Burkardt; his cousin, Nathan Fellom and dear friend, Brad Van Eaton. As a message from Adam “While You Still Can” by brothers Osborne was shared. A video of images of Adam’s life was accompanied by special selections of “One More Day,” ” Five More Minutes,” ” You Should Be Here,” ” Drink A Beer” and “Out Like That.” Casket bearers were Nathan Fellom, Cory Fellom, Nicholas Fellom, Ryan Meinecke, Michael Meinecke and Keenan Meinecke. Lunch was served at the conclusion of the services. Burial was held Monday at 11 a.m. at Violet Hill Cemetery in Perry.

Adam was born with a passionate, adventurous soul. No matter what came his way, he met it head on, with his entire focus and desire to excel. Adam’s personality drew many people and interests into his life. It is true that he never met a stranger. It often seemed that he was like an adult in a young body. He was never hesitant to put his talents to work, whether it be writing poems and songs, working on a book, producing a podcast, dancing, being a voracious reader, or the most basic in life, being an excellent, loving son, brother, cousin, nephew, grandson and friend.

Some of his biggest attributes were his kindness, compassion, sincere interest in others, his ability to use his humor to lighten everyone’s faces, and his ability to make others comfortable. Adam enjoyed entertaining using his incredible gift of quickly remembering jokes and memorable stories. Adam was blessed to be born in a loving, caring, and very supportive family who rallied to help him through his battle with cancer.

Adam was honored to throw out the first pitch at an Iowa Cubs Game. During this time, he not only was supported by many, but he chose to support other cancer patients. After graduating from Panorama High School in 2009, Adam had a wonderful year at Cornell College in Mt. Vernon, Iowa. While there, he shared his conservative values with listeners of his radio show. He was pleased to have met Chuck Norris, Mike Huckabee, and others who shared his conservative passion. Adam transferred to Iowa State University and made many lifelong friends, too many to list. Adam had recently moved to Nashville, Tennessee where he joined a heavy equipment rental company as a territorial manager. The company said that he had made an incredible mark and they praised his confidence and honorable sales attitude.

Adam and his sister, Sarah; younger brother, Conner and brother-in-law, (brother from another mother) Taylor are incredibly close. Robert, Adam, Conner and Taylor were hunting and fishing buddies. Recently the whole family, including Conner’s girlfriend Morgan, went wild boar hunting in Tennessee. Well, the girls actually went shopping and exploring. The guys’ trophies will soon be completed.

To his siblings he is a best friend, to his friends he is a brother. Adam was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Gary and Jeannine Fellom; paternal grandfather, George Meinecke Jr. and cousin Mark Johnston. Adam will forever be in the hearts of his loving parents, Robert and Sheri; his precious sister, Sarah Burkhardt and her husband, Taylor of Adel; (and their baby who will join the family soon and will be under Uncle Adam’s angelic care); his beloved baby brother, Conner; and paternal grandmother, Roberta Meinecke of Panora. Adam’s grandparents were always his cheerleaders. Many aunts and uncles have loved him dearly: Hal Meinecke (Diane) of Jamaica, Nancy Johnston (Denny) of Jamaica, Chris Meinecke (Vicki) of Maquoketa, George Meinecke III (Michelle) of Norwalk, Trudy Hastings (Chris) of Panora, Trent Fellom (Carrie) of Perry, Darin Fellom (Michelle) of Chippewa Falls, Wis., Troy Fellom also of Wis. His cousins who were a great part of his life (and vice-versa): H.D. Meinecke (Monica), Amy Guiter (Aaron), Abby Smithson (Todd), Tracie Prince (Pat), Tim Heard (Kara), Danielle Johnston, Craig Johnston (Julie), Steve Johnston (Stephanie), Ryan Johnston (Debby), Heather Starr (Brandon), Ryan Meinecke (Sue), Michael Meinecke (Kate), Keenan Meinecke (Megan), Kevin Meinecke, Katie Meinecke, Kelsey Hastings, Anna Hastings, Alexandra Fellom, Kory Fellom (fiancée Jayde), Nicholas Fellom, Nathan Fellom, Danielle Fellom and Miranda Fellom; many second cousins, relatives, and many, many friends who Adam loved.  

Memorials in Adam’s name may be sent to Hastings Funeral Home, Box 204, Perry, Iowa 50220.

Deloris Catherine Roeder passed away June 29, 2018 at the age of 91 years.

A service of remembrance was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 2 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson, Iowa officiated by Rev. Shirley Hoffmann Will of Griswold, Iowa. Casket bearers were Benjamin Lawson, Rebekah Miller, Derek Roeder and Kyle Roeder. The music played was “Blessed Assurance” by Alan Jackson, “Home” by Chris Tomlin and “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus.” Interment was at Jefferson Cemetery in Jefferson.

Deloris Catherine Roeder, daughter of Wilhemena (Wiese) and Detlef Petersen, was born July 8, 1926 in Carroll Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Carroll. Deloris graduated from Carroll High School in 1944. She worked at businesses in Carroll, Storm Lake and Ft. Dodge before her marriage to Ross L. Roeder on May 7, 1951 in Grand Island, Nebraska. She was the mother of three children: Jane (Tim) Lawson of Panora, Rick (Marcia) Roeder and Jeff (Kim) Roeder, all of Jefferson.

Deloris began work at Greene County Medical Center in February 1971 and retired in July 1991 after 20 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson, belonged to a ladies circle and was a 4-H leader. She was a member of the Yale Saddle Club, Greene County Pleasure Riders and ran the cook shack at horse shows for years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Detlef and Wilhemena Petersen; seven brothers: Harry, Bill, Hugo, Raymond, Elmer, Vertis and Leroy; and one sister, Esther. She is survived by her three children; four grandchildren: Benjamin (Kori) Lawson of Perry, Rebekah (Zach) Miller of Adel, Derek Roeder and Kyle Roeder both of Jefferson; five great-grandchildren: Jenna, Elena and Grace Lawson and Kipten and Tristen Miller; other relatives and friends.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home.

Barbara Gene Wolf was born May 10, 1933 to parents Pearlie (Patterson) and Burley Casteel at home in Chariton, Iowa. She attended school in Grand Junction where she enjoyed playing girls six on six basketball and playing the clarinet. Barbara was united in marriage to Dean William Wolf on January 2, 1950. From this union a daughter and three sons were born.

After Dean returned from the Army in 1953, they returned to Greene County to farm for many years. Barbara helped with the farm and livestock operation and always had a large garden and did a lot of canning. They also lived in New Orleans and Cedar Rapids where Dean was a federal grain inspector. After their retirement in 1992, they purchased a farm north of Scranton to be closer to family.

Barbara loved being with family, watching her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren grow. She was always available to help in any way and was a great mentor, teaching many to cook and garden. She was a great cook and loved cooking for family and friends and was well known for her field cake and cinnamon rolls.

Barbara passed away peacefully June 12, 2018 at Greene County Medical Center with family by her side. Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Dean; parents, Burley and Pearlie Casteel; sisters, Marguerite (Hobart) Hall and Evelyn (Thomas) Campbell; and brothers: Thomas, Michael (Carol) and Ross (Alice) Casteel.

She is survived by her children: Michele (Bob) Walker and Rodney (Kaija) Wolf all of Scranton, Dennis of Churdan and David (Becky) Wolf of Scranton; grandchildren: April (John) Janning, Brad Wolf, Melissa (Justin) Davis, Brian Wolf, Julie (Ross) Tuel, Christie (Mike) Pope, Megan (Shane) Panos, Mikko (Rebecca) Wolf, David (Megan Buman) Wolf and Timo Wolf; as well as fifteen greatgrandchildren; sister-in-law, Alice Casteel of Panora; and many nieces and nephews.

Per Barbara’s request, a family graveside service will be held at a later date at Scranton Township Cemetery.

Darrell Legore, the son of Harold P. and Marguerite (Coon) Legore, was born March 10, 1931 on his grandparent’s farm in Greene County near Farlin, Iowa and passed from this life July 4, 2018 at Greene County Medical Center Long Term Care facility in Jefferson, Iowa. He lived his life to the age of 87 years, three months and 24 days.

Darrell grew up on his parent’s farm near Churdan and attended and graduated from Churdan High School in 1949. On June 14, 1953, Darrell and Joanne Toliver were united in marriage at the First Baptist Church in Churdan. Three daughters were born to this union. After their marriage, they lived in Churdan where Darrell did farm work and shelled corn for Dale Barnes. In the fall of 1954, they moved to a farm east of Churdan and started farming. When Darrell’s parents moved to Churdan in 1960, Darrell and Joanne moved to his parent’s farm where they have since made their home. Darrell retired from active farming in 1998. In retirement, he enjoyed fishing, gardening and time spent with his family.

Darrell was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Churdan where he served many years on the church board, various committees and as a church usher. Darrell also served on the Paton-Churdan School Board and was a member of the Churdan Lion’s Club.

Darrell is survived by his loving wife, Joanne; three daughters: Renaye (Brent) Lindgren of Churdan, Rochelle (Dr. Thomas Fagg) Guess of Jefferson and Angela (David) Fatka of Paton; six grandchildren: Amanda (Lindgren) Helms, Nathan Guess, Tricia (Lindgren) Loeffler, Dr. Cara (Guess) Sawyer, Lucas Fatka and Callie (Fatka) Ayers; seven step-grandchildren: Marissa (Sergio) Romero, Alyssa (Mak) Zachajasz, John Fagg, Stephen Fagg, Thomas Fagg, Blake Fagg and Blaine Fagg, 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters: Donna Hyland of Utah and Lois Curtis of Ames; exchange student, Jon (Janny) Kravetz and their children (Jacob, Rebecca and Hannah) of Boston; and many nieces and nephews all of whom he loved. Those who preceded him in death were his parents and three brothers-in-law.

A celebration of Darrell’s life was held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 7, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Churdan with Pastor Bobby Palmer and Rev. John Swoyer officiating. A special recording of “Midnight Cry” was played at the service. Instrumental music was played by Danille Curtis with “It is Well with My Soul” as a closing hymn. Serving as casket bearers were Nathan Guess, Lucas Fatka, James Helms, Jamie Loeffler, Todd Sawyer and Jon Ayers. Burial was made in the Highland Township Cemetery in Churdan.

Brown Funeral Homes of Churdan assisted the family.

David Drew Florman, son of Lois Wistenberg and the late Dean Wistenberg, was born October 13, 1961 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and died June 16, 2018 at Regency Park Nursing and Rehab in Jefferson, Iowa at the age of 56 years, eight months and three days. A celebration of life and memorial service was held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lakeside Shelter House at Spring Lake in Greene County. Words of comfort were shared by his niece, Crystal Florman and other family and friends.

Drew, as he was lovingly called, grew up in Jefferson and graduated from Jefferson High School. During three of his high school years, Drew worked for Greene County Conservation. He planned on becoming a park ranger. Tragically at the age of 18, he was involved in a car/train accident, suffering a severe brain injury. Drew never lost his witty, smart-alecky sarcasm or his intelligence. He spent the next 38 years keeping his family and friends entertained. Drew was an avid reader and cribbage player. He loved music, especially Queen, Kiss and AC/DC.

He was diagnosed with throat cancer in November of 2017. Drew wore his cancer diagnosis like a badge of honor. He taught all of us to be brave in adversity, to love in every moment and that there are things worse than death.  

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Dean Wistenberg and nephew, Caleb Anderson. Drew will be honored and forever loved by his momma Lois and the late Dean Wistenberg; his sisters: Lisa Anderson (Troy) of Perry, Shon Blake (Larry) of Jefferson, Mary Ellen Norman of Missouri Valley, Iowa and Kim Luther (Ben) of Urbandale; brother, Tony Florman (Patti) of Mason City; many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.  

Memorials may be sent in his name to Hastings Funeral Home, Box 204, Perry, Iowa 50220.                 

Raymond E. Wilson “Breezy,” 74, passed away Friday, July 6, 2018 at Trinity Regional Medical Center in Fort Dodge.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 11 at First United Church in Farnhamville with Rev. Dr. James Chestnutt officiating. Burial was in Reading Township Cemetery in Farnhamville. Friends called from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 at Palmer Funeral home in Gowrie. Additional visitation took place at 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of service.

Raymond Emrick Wilson was born June 12, 1944 in Jefferson, Iowa. He graduated from Paton High School with the Class of 1962. Following his education, Ray worked various jobs in the Gowrie area. He first worked for Lizer Sale Barn, then Lee Benson Chevrolet and then Standard Engineering in Fort Dodge.

On August 20, 1966, he was united in marriage to Jane Heflin at Paton United Methodist Church. The couple made their home in Gowrie. In 1974, they moved to Farnhamville. Ray worked at the Webster City Stock Yards until 1982, when he started buying cattle on his own.

He was a member of the First United Church, Farnhamville, and the Calhoun County Cattlemen’s. He was an avid supporter and alumni of the FFA.

He is survived by his wife, Jane; daughters, Mary Jo (Alan) Klein of Evansville, Wisconsin and Brenda Kromrie (Robert Young) of Gowrie; four grandchildren: Adam and Jason Klein, Maureen and Blake Kromrie (Kylee Albee) and Kylan Muzney (Sammi Lura); two great-grandchildren, Payton and Taytum Kromrie; brothers, Rex (Virginia) Wilson of Paton and Roger (Dorena) Wilson of Jefferson; and sisters-in-law, Ellen Wilson of Webster City and Judy Wilson of Paton.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Nadine (Metzger) Wilson; infant sister, Victoria Wilson; brothers: Robert, Richard and Russell Wilson; and sister-in-law, Lois Wilson.

Memorials may be left to family discretion.

Palmer Funeral Home, Gowrie.

Leonard E. Haakma, son of Bertha Whiteside and John Haakma, was born June 2, 1951 in Fort Dodge, Iowa and departed this life July 5, 2018 in Jefferson, Iowa.

Remembering Leonard and celebrating his life are his wife, Pamela (Williams) Haakma of Jefferson; his brother, Karl Reinholtz of Sevierville, Tenn.; his son, John Haakma and his wife, Lindsay of Dallas Center; daughters, Tammy Haakma and her partner, Matt Royster of Dayton, Iowa and Crystal Haakma of Perry, Iowa; and mother of his children, DiAnn Dick of Perry. His life’s passion was his grandchildren: Cameran, Madison, Lexis, Chance and Lakoda.

Those who proceeded him in death were his parents, Bertha Whiteside and John Haakma, and his sister, Nancy Jackson.

A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date.

The family suggests in lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Leonard to John Haakma, 400 1st Ave Perry, IA 50220. Donations are to be put into a trust fund for his grandchildren.

The Brown Funeral Home of Jefferson assisted the family.

Sheana Story, 28, of Des Moines, died Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 13 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson with Fr. Jim Bruch of Ogden officiating. Readers will be Melissa Barrett, Sarah Walker and Sharon Dunlop. Honorary Bearers will be her nieces and nephews: Kya Grob, Paige Walker, Autumn Barrett, Lillian Barrett, Josie Walker, Walker Barrett, Kylie Walker and Jude Grace. Casket bearers will be Scott Ball, Shawn Scheuermann, Cotton Langley, Carson Skinner, Dusty McDonald, BJ Wright, Allen Case, Jordi Daughtry, Robyn Illingsworth and Alicia Patricks. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Jefferson.

Sheana Marie Story graced this world on April 1, 1990 and her light was dimmed on July 4, 2018, due to a tragic car accident. Sheana was a light in her family from the minute she arrived and with a light that bright, you can never really put it out. She was an adventurous little tike who was willing to try anything you put in front of her. She showed sheep in 4H, she played basketball for the Rams, she climbed trees, rode motorcycles, she dabbled in mixed martial arts and she was strong. Not only strong in the physical sense, but strong in family, strong in friendships, strong in faith, strong in loving and caring. She worked in many fields, but really felt most at home helping others.

As an adult, she lived her life out loud. She loved out loud. She cared out loud. She gave of herself out loud. There is no doubt that if you knew her, she made an impact on you out loud. Sheana’s zest for adventure continued and grew stronger. She had a passion for outdoor activities and exploration. With her try anything attitude, she started rock climbing. Both indoors learning the sport and forging beautiful relationships and outdoors in the beautiful Colorado mountains. She was a natural and did it with such grace and peace.

She loved music and supporting local artists. She recently attended the Electric Forest Festival in Michigan and danced with her friends, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, on the rooftop of a favorite watering hole. She was a huge fan of celebrations and showed up for a lot of them albeit usually late and she would have some elaborate reason for her tardiness, but it was always a true story.

That was one of Sheana’s many beautiful qualities. She showed up. Sheana was a present and caring person and when you needed her, she showed up. Sheana also had a longing to help people and help she did, she showed up. She was actively raising money by biking for Kids with Cancer and she was incredibly supportive with raising money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

She was funny and had a fantastic sense of humor. The Thanksgiving she was supposed to bring sweet potatoes won’t be forgotten… she brought them, plopped them on the counter still in the bag and had this look of utter confusion when told she had to prepare and cook them. She really had no idea.

She had a deep love for family and togetherness. She was the rock and the glue to her mother and siblings. When Sheana loved, she loved hard and if she told you she loved you, she meant it. She loved God and read the bible as much as possible. Deeply missed will be her beautiful smile, long loving hugs, her bright blue eyes and loving personality. Our sweet little sparkler will continue to flicker in our hearts forever.

Sheana leaves behind her mother, Nancy Walker; brothers, Ty (Kara) Grace and Michael (Cassie) Walker; sisters, Sarah Walker and Melissa (Mike) Barrett; grandpa, Jim Grace; father, Richard Story; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many, many friends.

Sheana was welcomed into heaven by her stepfather, Rodney Walker; brothers: Todd, Michael and Matthew; nephew, Brently (Bo); grandmas: Mary Ann Grace, Roberta Walker and Margaret Smith.

Online condolences may be left at www.sliningerschroder.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Sheana’s name will be given to the family.

Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home, Jefferson, 515-386-2171.