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Women get excited over nothing Then they marry him. |
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Pete, the story as told in the 1952
Gaul centennial book goes like this: Peter married in 1903 in
Bancroft, Iowa. In 1905 Peter and his wife decided to move west.
Peter worked in a mercantile store in Lewiston, Idaho, but they made
their home across the river in Clarkston, Washington. His brother
Joseph went west to join Peter, who then lived in Cottonwood,
Idaho. In 1915 Peter and Joseph's widowed mother and the rest of
their living siblings migrated westward, settling first in
Cottonwood, Idaho, and then Lewiston. In 1920 Peter and his family
moved to Yakima, Washington. In Cottonwood Peter had owned and
managed a general store. After a severe siege of the flu he was
forced to move to the milder climate of Yakima, where he became one
of the leading real estate and insurance men of the city.
So, it was, apparently, the climate at Yakima which induced the move
there.
Dewie
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"Just because you have a computer doesn't mean you can't be stupid." - OK! I didn't write this, but I probably should have. (Editor's Note) |
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Services were held Thursday, May 8, at Christy-Smith Funeral Home, Morningside Chapel. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.christysmith.com. Willard Thomas Gaul was born Oct. 13, 1923, to Peter and Grace (Simmons) Gaul in Sioux City. Bill attended and graduated from Central High School with the class of 1941. On May 7, 1965, Bill and Darlene Boyum were married in Grace United Methodist Church in Sioux City. Bill was a television and radio repairman, operating out of his own home. He was also a professional musician, performing in New York and other states, retiring in 1975. In his younger days, he worked for Jones Distributing. He was also a ham radio operator. Bill is survived by his wife, Darlene; daughters, Roxanne Gaul and significant other, Art Fenical of Sioux City, and Rhonda and husband, Doug Freeman of Linwood, Kan. He is also survived by grandchildren, Megan and Eric Thurber, Charles Gaul-Fenical and Brenden, Mikaela and Jack Freeman. He was preceded in death by his parents. |
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"Always remember, you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else." - Margaret Mead |
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5-2-08
My Granddaughter Kimberly Anne Gaul and Yu Huang Bao "Sam" will marry 21 Jun 2008 at Heritage United Methodist Church in Overland Park, Kansas.
Kimberly is the daughter of
Robert and Linda Gaul.
Sam is the son of Guang Ming Bao and Rong Then Thang.
Pete
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"Treat your wife like a thoroughbred and she'll never be a nag." |
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JOHN BISSEN
Among
the citizens of Westphalia township, Shelby county, Iowa, who
have built comfortable homes and surrounded themselves with valuable estates, few have attained a higher degree of success than John Bissen. He is one of the many sterling citizens of German birth who have made this county their home. The thrift and frugality of the German peoples are proverbial and no foreign country has sent more loyal or more energetic citizens to this country. Whatever occupation they follow after reaching here, they always prosper and become substantial citizens of their various communities. John Bissen, the son of Nicholas and Elizabeth (Huberta) Bissen, was born November 11, 1857, in Luxemburg, Germany. His father was a veterin- ary surgeon and farmer in his native country until he came to this country in 1869 with his children. His wife died in Germany in 1866, and, desiring the better opportunities offered by the United States, he came here and set- tled in Dubuque county, Iowa. He bought a tract of timber land for five dollars an acre and he and his sons cleared it, selling the timber for more than enough to pay for the land. Nicholas remained on this farm for eight years when he sold it for forty dollars an acre and moved to Shelby county. Here he purchased one hundred and twenty acres of laud in Westphalia township from Emil Hertert, paying thirty-three dollars and thirty-five cents an acre for it. On this farm Nicholas lived until his death, January 8, 1882. To Nicholas Bissen and wife were born five children: Peter, John, Mary, Eva and Theresa. Two of these children, Peter and Mary, are deceased. John Bissen was twelve years old when he left his native land with his father. He had already received the rudiments of an education. After coming to this state he attended school but, because of his unfamiliarity with the English language, derived little benefit from his schooling. At an early age, he began work upon the home farm and continued to assist his father until the latter's death in 1882. He then worked out for a couple of years
and, after his marriage in 1884,
started farming himself. That he has been
remarkably successful is proved by the fact that he now has a fine farm of five hundred and eighty acres in Westphalia township. He also owns a ten- acre tract in the Everglades, Florida, and a lot in a new town there. His land is well improved and yields a handsome income annually, mainly from the sale of live stock. He keeps all of the latest improved machinery upon his farm, having found that better results are obtained. Mr. Bissen was married May 6, 1884, to Mary Gaul, the daughter of William and Albertina (Tinner) Gaul, both natives of Germany. William Gaul and wife reared a family of several children: Paul, Peter, Nicholas, Theresa, Katherine, Rosa, Jacob, and Mary, the wife of Mr. Bissen. To Mr. and Mrs. Bissen have been born nine children: Nicholas, Lena, Kath- erine, Jacob, Paul, John, Joseph, Peter and Barbara. Nicholas married Clara Bock and has two daughters, Hilda and Mary. Lena is the wife of Hubert Jacoby and has four children: Mary, Leander, Mercedes and William. Kath- erine married Herman Esser and has three children: Alexander, Anthony and Marcello. Jacob died August 8, 1912. The rest of the children are still liv- ing with their parents. Mr. Bissen is a Democrat and takes an active interest in local affairs. He has been road supervisor for thirteen years and in that capacity has per- formed efficient service. He and his family are members of the Catholic church and contribute generously to its maintenance. |
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"The notion that there might be better or more convenient time to love has cost many people a lifetime of regret." |
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 Ray
and Ann Schechinger of Westphalia announce the engagement of their
daughter, Gina to Josh Stutheit both of Johnson, Neb. Josh is the son of
Jane and Leroy Meyer, Johnson, Neb., and the late Gary Stutheit. The
couple plans to exchange marriage vows on June 28 at St. Boniface
Catholic Church in Westphalia. Gina is the granddaughter of Mary Reischl, Earling; and the late Joe Reischl; and Margaret Schechinger, Westphalia; and the late Elmer Schechinger. Josh's grandparents are Ray Brody, Tecumseh, Neb.; and the late Mary Brody; and the late Erwin and Lucille Stutheit. Gina is a 2000 graduate of Harlan Community High School. She is a 2004 graduate of Wayne State College where she received a bachelor of science degree in early childhood development and a 2007 graduate of Peru State College where she was awarded a bachelor of science degree in elementary education. Gina is employed part-time as a substitute teacher and part-time at Behaven Day Center. Josh is a 1994 graduate of Johnson-Brock Public School. He farms and is employed as an ultrasound technician. |
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"Prejudgments become prejudices only if they are not reversible when exposed to new knowledge." - George Bancroft |
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 Richard
and Phyllis McKean of Armstrong announce the engagement of their
daughter, Amanda Catherine to Joel Nicholas Stamp, son of Dave and Jean
Stamp, Woodbine. Amanda. Joel will exchange marriage vows on July 19 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Estherville. Amanda is a graduate of Iowa State University. She is a certified public accountant for Ernst & Young LLP in Minneapolis, Minn. Joel is also a graduate of Iowa State University. He is employed as the manager of information systems for General Mills Federal Credit Union in Minneapolis. Joel is also the executive officer of the 1133rd Transportation Company in Mason City as a 1st Lieutenant of the Iowa National Guard. |
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"We probably wouldn't worry what other people thought of us if we knew how seldom they do." - Olin Miller |
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Patricia Gross, 69, died peacefully April 27, 2008 at Mercy Capitol in Des Moines. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at from 4 to 7 p.m. with a memorial service at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday. All services will he held at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Westphalia, Iowa and handled by Pauley Jones Funeral Home of Harlan, Iowa. Pat graduated from St. Boniface High School in 1956. She was a member of the Order of the Sisters of Saint Francis from 1958 to 1971. Most recently she resided in West Des Moines and was a Licensed Practical Nurse with Nurse Force in Des Moines. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in West Des Moines. She is survived by her mother Aquinata Gross of Earling, Iowa, 12 brothers and sisters, many nieces and nephews and many more friends. |
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Man, unlike the animals, has never learned that the sole purpose of live is to enjoy it. - Samuel Butler |
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This my neices' husband (below), (Peter, Ferdinand, Marian).
Pete
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Ernest HaberbergerVisitation: Service:   VIEW/SEND
CONDOLENCESErnest Joseph Haberberger was born September 30, 1920, to George and Anna (Gross) Haberberger in Earling, Iowa. He was raised in Earling and attended school there. He worked for the CC Camp in the 1940s. In 1950 Ernest married Lou Ann Hopp. The couple was blessed with two boys. Ernest worked for several area farmers. He then worked for 25 years at Peterson manufacturing in Denison. Ernest enjoyed visiting with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He also enjoyed his garden and canning its produce. Ernest died on Monday, March 31, 2008, at the Denison Care Center in Denison, Iowa attaining the age of 87 years, six months, and one day. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; five sisters; two siblings in infancy; and one grandson, Shawn Haberberger. He is survived by his two sons, Gene Haberberger and his wife Marlys of Schleswig, Iowa, Lee Haberberger and his wife Patricia of Dow City, Iowa; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; eight step-great grandchildren; two sisters, Viola Hastert of Woodbine, Iowa, Geraldine Coleman of Council Bluffs, Iowa; and many other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am Thursday, April 3, 2008 Sacred Heart Catholic Church Woodbine, Iowa Celebrant Rev. Paul Strittmatter, SJ Musician Mrs. Merril McElwain Max Poe Honorary Pall Bearers Gene Haberberger, Lee Haberberger Duane Haberberger, Louise Haberberger Pall Bearers Erica Danes, Amber Haberberger Steven Haberberger, Jeffery Haberberger Tricia Haberberger, Tina Freeman Tami Russmann, Dakota Collins Final Resting Place Woodbine Cemetery Woodbine, Iowa |
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PATRICK R. GAUL Patrick R. Gaul, 65 of Luxemburg, Iowa died suddenly Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque. Friends called from 2 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville where the Parish Scripture Service were recited at 4 p.m. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg. Rev. Raymond Burkle will officiate and the Rev. Richard Gaul will concelebrate. Burial to be in the church cemetery. Patrick was born June 8, 1942 on the family farm in Luxemburg, Iowa, the son of George C. and Alice (Hoeger) Gaul. He married Judith Diane Rhodes on May 23, 1964 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Dubuque. Together they farmed in the Luxemburg area until retirement. Farming was Pat’s life and hobby. He took great pride in his 730 Case tractor and plow that Brian and Sheri restored. He enjoyed playing cards, Fast Track games, and vacationing with his brothers, sisters and friends. Pat looked forward to the 4th of July and New Year’s Eve Party’s with the "Dirty Dozen", as well as going for coffee at the Four Way. Pat was part of many organizations including Liberty Township Directors, New Vienna/ Luxemburg Fire Department Board of Directors, Dubuque County Farm Bureau – Liberty Township Director, Archer Oil Dealer and former county manager, Holy Trinity Church Choir Member, Former Parish Council Member, Multiple Systems Atrophy Support Group. Above all these things he was especially proud of his children and grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Judy, three sons: Michael (Ann) of Urbandale, IA, Steven (Sue) of Dubuque and Brian T. (Sheri) of Luxemburg, a daughter: Peggy (Thomas J.) Roling of Dubuque, eleven grandchildren: Elizabeth and Ellie Gaul of Urbandale, Alex, Mitchell and Olivia Gaul of Dubuque, Austin, Amanda, Kimberly and Joey Gaul of Luxemburg, Lilly and Nathan Roling of Dubuque, two brothers: John Joe (Kay) Gaul of Peosta, IA and Daniel C. (Barb) Gaul of New Vienna, IA. three sisters: Phyllis Hildebrand of Dyersville, IA, Elaine (David) Shaw of Springville, IA and Karla (Bob) Kluesner of Farley, IA, brothers in law: David Rhodes of Dubuque and Steve (Tavia) Rhodes of Onawa, IA and several nieces and nephews. Pat was preceded in death by his parents, George and Alice Gaul, father in law and mother in law, Merton "Dusty" and Eleanor Rhodes and brothers in law, Leonard and Jerome Hildebrand. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Holy Trinity Parish Building Fund or the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Pat’s family would like to thank Rev. Ray Burkle, Rev. Richard Schaefer, Rev. Dr. Ken Bickel, family and friends for their prayers and love. The family would also like to express their appreciation to the New Vienna/Luxemburg First Responders, EMTs, the Holy Cross Ambulance Crew, the staff at Mercy Hospital Dyersville, Dyersville Bi County Ambulance and Mercy Medical Center ICU, Dubuque. Due to their hard work and caring hearts, we were able to share one more day with Pat and say our final goodbyes. |
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HI, my name is Tony john Gaul,, living in surrey, I know that Gaul is a
very rare name.. d.gaul1@ntlworld.com |
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Services for 87-year-old
Edwin Monty Rife of Avoca were held 1 pm, Saturday, March 22nd,
at the Pauley Jones Funeral Home in Avoca. Burial at the Graceland
Cemetery. Edwin Rife died March 13th, 2008 at Mercy Hospital.
Survivors include nieces and nephews. Visitation was held from 2 to 7
pm, Friday, March 21st, at the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Avoca where
they were in charge of the arrangements.
Arrangements and Services for Edwin Monty Rife - 87 Who died on Thursday, March 13, 2008 Funeral Service Saturday, March 22, 2008 - 1:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Avoca, Iowa Interment Graceland Cemetery Avoca, Iowa
He is survived by his nephew Farrell (Karen) Weber of Anaheim, CA; his nieces: Jane (Mark) Heim of Orange, CA; Sharon (Rev. William Simpson) of Spring, TX; Sheryl (Jim) Petersen of Omaha, NE; Diane (Mike) Weigert of Gretna, NE; Carole (Randy) Trively of Council Bluffs, IA; and Peggy Russmann of Omaha, NE |
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03/20/2008
The couple's two children and their spouses are Diane and Andy Yost, Logan; and David and Janet Wilwerding, Ankeny. The Wilwerdings have two grandchildren. Bob Wilwerding and Luella Grote were married on March 23, 1968 at St. John's Catholic Church in Arcadia. |
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3-21-08 Paula Ann Kloewer and Gabriel Franklin
Baughman Will Marry
Rick and Nancy Kloewer of Defiance announce the engagement of their daughter, Paula Ann to Gabriel Franklin Baughman, son of Jim and Lori Baughman, Kirkman. Paula and Gabriel will exchange marriage vows on June 21 at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Defiance. Paula and Gabriel are 2003 graduates of I-K-M High School and 2007 graduates of Morningside College. Paula was awarded degrees in elementary education and special education from Morningside. Gabriel received a degree in elementary education from Morningside. She is employed as an elementary special education teacher at West Central Valley. He is employed as a substitute teacher and with JK Construction |
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KAUFMANN-Sr. Mary Rose RSM, age 97. Survived by sister, Dorothy McKeighon, of Illinois; nieces and nephews. SERVICES Tues 10am, at Mercy Villa Chapel. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. WAKE SERVICE Mon 4pm, at Mercy Villa. Memorials to Sisters of Mercy Health and Retirement Fund. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES 72nd STREET CHAPEL 1010 North 72nd St., 391-1664 |
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LITTLE LADY:
A little old lady was running up and down the halls in a nursing home. As she walked, she would flip up the hem of her nightgown and say 'Supersex.' She walked up to an elderly man in a wheelchair. Flipping her gown at him, she said, 'Supersex.' He sat silently for a moment or two and finally answered, 'I'll take the soup.' |
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MEL LANGENFELD, age 82, of Imperial,
passed away Thursday evening, March 6, 2008, at the Chase County
Community Hospital. Survivors include, wife Kate; daughters, Connie Pribbeno and husband Jeff, all of Imperial, NE, Ruth Eechaute and husband Dean of Warrenton, MO; sons, Bill Lagenfeld, Mike Langenfeld and wife Susie all of Cool, CA, Gary Langenfeld, Scottsdale, AZ, John Langenfeld and wife Cindy of Wiggins, CO; 16 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter; brothers, Joe Langenfeld and wife Ann of Onawa, IA, Bob Langenfeld of Texas; sisters, Marie Graeve of Earling, IA, Delores Jacoby and husband Joe of Waterloo, IA, June Assmann of Dunlap, IA. Visitation was Monday, March 10, 2 - 6 p.m. (MT) with Rosary at 7 p.m. (MT) Funeral Mass Tuesday, March 11, 10 a.m. (MT) all at Patrick Catholic Church with Father Bernard Lorenz officiating. Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery, Imperial. A memorial has been established to the St. Patrick's Parish Hall Building Fund. |
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LOST IN THE DARNDEST PLACES:
An elderly Floridian called 911 on her cell phone to report that her car has been broken into. She is hysterical as she explains her situation to the dispatcher: 'They've stolen the stereo, the steering wheel, the brake pedal and even the accelerator!' she cried. The dispatcher said, 'Stay calm. An officer is on the way.' A few minutes later, the officer radios in. 'Disregard.' He says. 'She got in the back-seat by mistake.' |
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This is a notice I received from Kimberly for their
new born. Evan is the 2nd son of Anthony and Kimberly Rose
(Winters) Scheffler.
Pete Gaul
Evan Andrew |
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FAMILY
Three sisters, ages 92, 94 and 96, live in a house together. One night the 96-year-old draws a bath. She puts her foot in and pauses. She yells to the other sisters, 'Was I getting in or out of the bath?' The 94-year-old yells back, 'I don't know. I'll come up and see.' She starts up the stairs and pauses 'Was I going up the stairs or down?' The 92-year-old is sitting at the kitchen table having tea listening to her sisters. She shakes her head and says, 'I sure hope I never get that forgetful, knock on wood.' She then yells, 'I'll come up and help both of you as soon as I see who's at the door.' |
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Arrangements and Services for Louree A. Petersen - Age 65 who died on Thursday March 6, 2008
Public Visitation Monday, March 10, 2008 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa
Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service Tuesday, March 11, 2008 - 11:00 AM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan, Iowa Interment: Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa
Louree is survived by her daughters: Lisa and her husband Jamie Hess of Spencer, Iowa and Lila and her husband Aaron Howe of Omaha, Nebraska; and two grandchildren: Megan and Hayle Hess of Spencer |
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They're Back! Those Wonderful Church Bulletins! Thank God for church ladies with typewriters. These sentences appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services. ---------------------------------------------------------- The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals. ---------------------------------------------------------- The sermon this morning: "Jesus Walks on the Water." The sermon tonight: "Searching for Jesus." --------------------------------------------------------- Our youth basketball team is back in action Wednesday at 8 PM in the recreation hall. Come out and watch us kill Christ the King. ---------------------------------------------------------- Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands. ---------------------------------------------------------- The peacemaking meeting scheduled for today has been canceled due to a conflict. ---------------------------------------------------------- Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community. Smile at someone who is hard to love. Say "Hell" to someone who doesn't care much about you. --------------------------------------------------------- Don't let worry kill you off - let the Church help. --------------------------------------------------------- Miss Charlene Mason sang "I will not pass this way again," giving obvious pleasure to the congregation. ---------------------------------------------------------- For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a nursery downstairs. ---------------------------------------------------------- Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir. They need all the help they can get. ---------------------------------------------------------- The Rector will preach his farewell message, after which the choir will sing: "Break Forth Into Joy." --------------------------------------------------------- Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days. --------------------------------------------------------- At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be "What Is Hell?" Come early and listen to our choir practice. --------------------------------------------------------- Eight new choir robes are currently needed due to the addition of several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones. --------------------------------------------------------- Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. --------------------------------------------------------- Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased person you want remembered. --------------------------------------------------------- The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment and gracious hostility. ------------------------------------------------- Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow.. ------------------------------------------------ --------- The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon. ----------------------------------- ------ ----------------- This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park across from the Church. Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin. --------------------------------------------------------- Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10 AM. All ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall after the B.S. is done. ---------------------------------------------------------- The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the congregation would lend him their electric girdles for the pancake breakfast next Sunday. -------------------------------------------- Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM. Please use the back door. --------------------------------------------------------- The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare's Hamlet in the Church basement Friday at 7 PM. The congregation is invited to attend this tragedy. ---------------------------------------------------------- Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church. Please use the large double door at the side entrance. |
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Arrangements and Services for George F. Petersen - Age 68 who died on Friday, March 7, 2008
Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Funeral Service was held on Monday, March 10, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the Immanuel Lutheran Church Harlan, Iowa
Interment: Harlan Cemetery Harlan, Iowa
George is survived by his wife Karma Petersen of Harlan, IA; his children: Brett Petersen of Iowa City, IA, Lisa (Ray) Christensen of Highlands Ranch, CO, and Darrin (Joy) Petersen of Harlan; and his sisters: Aldine (Larry) Lippold of Avoca, IA; Ardis (Elliott) Svendsen of Harlan and Vicki (Paul) Weible of Marion, IA |
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DRIVING
Two elderly women were out driving in a large car - both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along, they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red, but they just went on through The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself 'I must be losing it. I could have sworn we just went through a red light.' After a few more minutes, they came to another intersection and the light was red again. Again, they went right through. The woman in the passenger seat was almost sure that the light had been red but was really concerned that she was losing it. She was getting nervous. At the next intersection, sure enough, the light was red and they went on through. So, she turned to the other woman and said, 'Mildred, did you know that we just ran through three red lights in a row? You could have killed us both!' Mildred turned to her and said, 'Oh, crap, am I driving ?' |
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I
.jpg) rene
A. Nissen, 84, of Cedar Falls, died Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008 at
the Cedar Falls Lutheran Home from complications of leukemia.
She was born March 22, 1923, in Elk Horn, daughter of George
and Esther Louise Dahl Petersen. She married Raymond A. Nissen on
Feb. 21, 1945, in Elk Horn. He died March 20, 1995.
Mrs. Nissen earned a
bachelor’s degree in education and later a master’s degree in
library science from the University of Northern Iowa. She taught
elementary school in several locations prior to moving to Cedar
Falls in 1966. She was a third-grade teacher at Humbert and Lincoln
Elementary Schools in Cedar Falls, retiring in 1988. She was a
member of Nazareth Lutheran Church and taught Sunday School for many
years.
Survivors include: three
sons, Luther Lynn (Avise) of Mount Ranier, Md., Bruce Allen (Karen)
of Hollywood, Fla., and Marlin Ray of Cedar Falls; and four
grandsons, Samuel, Leif, Jared and Martin.
Preceded in death by: her
parents; two brothers, Gordon and Phil Petersen; and a sister, Norma
Molgaard.
Memorials: may be directed to Nazareth Lutheran Church
Sunday School program.
Condolences can be left at
www.kearnsfuneralservice.com.
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SENIOR DRIVING
As a senior citizen was driving down the freeway, his car phone rang. Answering, he heard his wife's voice urgently warning him, 'Herman, I just heard on the news that there's a car going the wrong way on Interstate 77. Please be careful!' 'Heck,' said Herman, 'It's not just one car. It's hundreds of them!' |
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GENEVIEVE OPPOLD,
age 93, formerly of Panama, IA, died on Saturday, March 1, 2008, at
Immanuel Fontenelle Home in Omaha, NE. Survived by daughters, Pat Leuschen, of Omaha, Beth Muenchrath and her husband, Roger Erpelding of Des Moines, IA, and Alice and her husband Earl West of Ashland, NE; sons, Tim Oppold of Panama, IA and his friend Debbie Garrett of Dunlap, IA, and Frank Oppold and his wife, Joanne also of Dunlap; 13 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. VISITATION was on Monday, March 3rd 6-9pm at Pauley Jones Funeral Home in Harlan, IA with family greeting friends from 6-8pm; Visitation was held Tuesday, March 4 from 8am-9pm at Pauley Jones Funeral Home with a Wake Service at 7pm. Mass of Christian Burial held on Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at 10:30am at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Panama, IA with burial at St. Mary's Cemetery in Panama. PAULEY JONES FUNERAL HOME |
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Services for 85-year-old Bernadette
Kirlin of West Des Moines, was held at 10:30 am, Saturday,
February 23rd, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Panama. Burial was at the Magnolia Cemetery.
Bernadette Kirlin died Saturday, February 16th, 2008 at her home. Survivors include 4 sons, Timothy Kirlin of Woodridge, IL, Joseph Kirlin of West Des Moines; Frank Kirlin (friend - Debra Perkins) of Pembrook Pines, FL and Kevin Kirlin (wife - Elizabeth Nelson) of West Des Moines; 1 daughter, Rosemary Kirlin of West Des Moines; 2 brothers, Jerome Croghan of Manning and Tom Croghan (Jean) of Omaha, NE; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. The Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan is in charge of the arrangements.
Arrangements and Services for Bernadette Kirlin - Age 85 Who died on Saturday February 16, 2008 Visitation Friday, February 22, 2008 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan, Iowa Visitation with the Family Friday, February 22, 2008 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan, Iowa Rosary Service Friday, February 22, 2008 7:00 PM Pauley Jones Funeral Home - Harlan, Iowa Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, February 23, 2008 10:30 AM St. Mary of the Assumption Panama, Iowa Interment St. Bridget's Catholic Cemetery, Magnolia, Iowa
Bernadette is survived by her children: Timothy (Sharon) Kirlin of Phoenix, AZ, Joseph Kirlin of West Des Moines, IA, Frank Kirlin and his wife Debra Perkins of Pembroke Pines, FL, Kevin Kirlin and his wife Elizabeth Nelson of West Des Moines, and Rosemary Kirlin also of West Des Moines; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers: Jerome (Catherine) Croghan of Manning, IA, and Tom (Jeanne) Croghan of Omaha, NE; sisters-in-law: Kathleen Croghan of Falls Church, VA, Margaret Croghan, and Adelaide Croghan of Panama, IA; and brothers-in-law: David Griffith and Jim Kohles of Harlan. |
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The
day finally arrived.
Forrest Gump dies and goes to Heaven.
He is at
The Pearly Gates, met by St. Peter himself. However, the gates are closed, And Forrest approaches the gatekeeper. St. Peter said, "Well, Forrest, it is certainly good to see you. We have heard a lot about you I must tell you, though, that the place is filling up fast, and we have been administering an entrance examination for everyone. The test is short, but you have to pass it before you can get into Heaven." Forrest responds, "It sure is good to be here, St. Peter, sir. But nobody ever told me about any entrance exam. I sure hope that the test ain't too hard. Life was a big enough test as it was." St. Peter continued, "Yes, I know, Forrest, but the test is only three questions. First: What two days of the week begin with the letter T? Second: How many seconds are there in a year? Third: What is God's first name?" Forrest leaves to think the questions over. He returns the next day and sees St. Peter, who waves him up, and says, "Now that you have had a chance to think the questions over, tell me your answers" Forrest replied, "Well, the first one -- which two days in the week begins with the letter "T"? Shucks, that one is easy . That would be Today and Tomorrow." ! The Saint's eyes opened wide and he exclaimed, "Forrest, that is not what I was thinking, but you do have a point, and I guess I did not specify, so I will give you credit for that answer. How about the next one?" asked St. Peter. "How many seconds in a year? Now that one is harder," replied Forrest, but I thunk and thunk about that, and I guess the only answer can be twelve." Astounded, St. Peter said, "Twelve? Twelve? Forrest, how in Heaven's name could you come up with twelve seconds in a year?" Forrest replied, "Shucks, there's got to be twelve: January 2nd, February 2nd, March 2nd... " "Hold it," interrupts St. Peter. "I see where you are going with this, and I see your point, though that was not quite what I had in mind....but I will have to give you credit for that one, too. Let us go on with the third and final question. Can you tell me God's first name"? "Sure," Forrest replied, "it's Andy." "Andy?" exclaimed an exasperated and frustrated St Peter. "Ok, I can understand how you came up with your answers to my first two questions, but just how in the world did you come up with the name Andy as the first name of God?" "Shucks, that was the easiest one of all," Forrest replied. "I learnt it from the song, "ANDY WALKS WITH ME, ANDY TALKS WITH ME, ANDY TELLS ME I AM HIS OWN." Give me a sense of humor, Lord. Give me the ability to understand a clean joke, To get some humor out of life, And to pass it on to other folk.. |
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Ken and Kim
Schneider,
Portsmouth, were honored Saturday, Feb. 9 as Shelby County Cattle
Producers of the Year, at the annual Shelby County Cattlemen's Banquet
held in Defiance. Approximately 400 people turned out for the annual event to recognize those individuals and businesses that contribute to the cattle industry in Shelby County. The association board also awarded its annual scholarships at the banquet. Ken Schneider has been a resident of Shelby County his entire life, just like his father and grandfather. He graduated from St. Boniface High School in Westphalia in 1962, participating in baseball and basketball. |
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'I
CAN HEAR JUST FINE!'
Three retirees, each with a hearing loss, were playing golf one fine March day. One remarked to the other, 'Windy, isn't it?' 'No,' the second man replied, 'it's Thursday.' And the third man chimed in, 'So am I. Let's have a beer.' |
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 Kenneth and Kim Schneider of Portsmouth will mark their 25th wedding anniversary today, February 12. The couple will celebrate their anniversary with a dinner with their children and grandchildren. Their children are *Michelle and David Thompson, Johnston; *Cynthia Schneider, Johnston; *Doug Schneider, Portsmouth; Valerie and David Jansen, Ames; Mike Schneider, Portsmouth; Andy Schneider, Ames; and Julie Schneider, Portsmouth. The Schneiders have two grandchildren. |
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LOST IN THE DARNDEST PLACES:
An elderly Floridian called 911 on her cell phone to report that her car has been broken into. She is hysterical as she explains her situation to the dispatcher: 'They've stolen the stereo, the steering wheel, the brake pedal and even the accelerator!' she cried. The dispatcher said, 'Stay calm. An officer is on the way.' A few minutes later, the officer radios in. 'Disregard.' He says. 'She got in the back-seat by mistake.' |
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 Bridget
Nicole McHugh and Jacob Lee Musfeldt
both of Missouri Valley plan to marry on Saturday, September 13 at the
United Methodist Church in Missouri Valley. Parents of the couple are Russell and Tracy McHugh, Missouri Valley; and Richard and Jean Musfeldt, Irwin. Bridget is a 1999 graduate of Missouri Valley High School. She received a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Bridget is employed as an elementary teacher at Underwood Community School. Jacob is a 2003 graduate of IKM Community High School and a graduate of Iowa Western Community College where he earned a degree in criminal justice. He is a police officer with the City of Missouri Valley. |
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OLD
FRIENDS:
Two elderly ladies had been friends for many decades. Over the years, they had shared all kinds of activities and adventures. Lately, their activities had been limited to meeting a few times a week to play cards. One day, they were playing cards when one looked at the other and said, 'Now don't get mad at me .. I know we've been friends for a long time, but I just can't think of your name! I've thought and thought, but I can't remember it. Please tell me what your name is' Her friend glared at her. For at least three minutes she just stared and glared at her. Finally she said, 'How soon do you need to know?' |
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Dennis and Lynette Croghan of Manilla announce the engagement of their daughter, Maria to Joe Anastasi both of Polk City. Joe is the son of Dennis and Mary Ann Anastasi, Defiance. The couple plans to exchange marriage vows on March 29 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manilla. Maria is a 2002 graduate of IKM High School and a 2006 graduate of Iowa State University where she earned a bachelor's degree in finance. She is employed as a reimbursement analyst. Joe is a 2000 graduate of Harlan Community High School and a 2003 graduate of Vatterott College where he was awarded an associates degree in HVAC technology. He is employed as a commercial HVAC technician. |
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Parents of the couple are Dean and Sandy Finken, Earling; and Russ and Judy Heese, Earling. Grandparents of the bride are Ivo and Mick Finken, Earling; and the late Edward and Margaret Hatterman, who were Dunlap residents. Grandparents of the groom are Vince and Cathy Heese, Earling; and Charlie and Marie Klein, Earling. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. Brenda carried a handkerchief given to her by her Grandma Finken. She also carried a rosary she had borrowed from her maid of honor which had belonged to her Grandma Hatterman. Tracy Finken, Earling, attended as her sister's maid of honor. Attending as bridesmaids were Cheri Schmidt, sister of groom, Portsmouth; Tina Schwarte, Earling; Liz Buckley, Earling; Krystal Wageman, Earling; and Jackie Frum, Earling. The bride's personal attendants were Chrissy Stephens, cousin of bride, Omaha; Chantel Sonderman, Panama; and Jessie Bruck, Earling. Flower girl was Marissa Schmidt, niece of groom, Portsmouth. Ringbearer was Jacob Klein, cousin of groom, Dunlap. Serving as honorary ringbearers were Ethan Heese, nephew of groom, Earling; and Corbyn Parsons, nephew of bride, Earling. Best man was Randy Heese, brother of groom, Earling. Serving as groomsmen were Jeff Schmidt, brother-in-law of groom, Portsmouth; Brent Finken, brother of bride, Omaha; John Buckley, Earling; Jay Wageman, Earling; and Brian Gross, Omaha. Ushering the guests were Micheal Kramer, cousin of groom, Omaha; Joe Muenchrath, Earling; Jamie Schwery, Earling; and Brad Tremel, Earling. The bride and groom's mothers served as candlelighters. Offertory gifts were presented by fathers of the bride and groom. Music was provided by soloist and pianist Tyler Gubbels, cousin of groom, Omaha; and soloist Amanda Findlay, Omaha. Following the ceremony, a reception and dance were held at St. Joseph's Parish Hall in Earling. Reception hosts and hostesses were Jeff and Cindy Klein, uncle and aunt of groom, Earling; and Phil and Donna Stephens, uncle and aunt of bride, Denison. The bride is a 1998 graduate of Harlan Community High School. Brenda is a graduate of Xenon International School of Hair Design in Omaha. She is a licensed cosmetologist. Brenda is a hairstylist at Mane Gallery Salon in Omaha. The groom is a 2001 graduate of Harlan Community High School and a graduate of Western Iowa Tech in Sioux City where he was awarded an electrical certificate. Brian is employed as a customer engineer with FDR in Omaha. Brenda and Brian spent their honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico. The Heeses are at home in Earling. |
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 Mary Heese of Earling, Iowa celebrated her 70th birthday on February 22. Her husband, Francis, and their children planned a card shower in her honor. Cards will reach her if sent to 1818 Hwy. 191, Earling, Iowa 51530. Their children are Pam and Brian Gubbels, Harlan; Frank and Shari Heese, Harlan; Vicki and Loren Jorgenson, Omaha; Shelli and Larry Schaben, Earling; Joe and Denise Heese, Earling; and Scott and Jennie Heese, Omaha. The Heeses have 18 grandchildren. |
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Services for 76-year-old
Robert Eugene Langer of Oakland were
held 1:30 pm, Friday, February 22nd, at the Trinity Lutheran Church
in Avoca. Burial will be at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Hancock.
Robert Langer died Tuesday, February 19th, at the Oakland Manor
Nursing Home.
Survivors include his wife, Glenda Ann Langer of Hancock; 3 daughters, An Clemon of Vancouver WA, Shelly Smith (Reid) of Exira and Lisa Christiansen (Andy) of Council Bluffs; 1 son, Terry Langer (Debbie) of Minatare, NE; 1 brother, Don Langer of Avoca; 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held 2 to 9 pm, Thursday, February 21st, at the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Avoca, with the family greeting friends from 6 to 7 pm.
Robert E. Langer Age 76 Who died on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 Visitation Thursday, February 21, 2008 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM Pauley Jones - Avoca Chapel Family Will Greet Friends Thursday, February 21, 2008 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pauley Jones - Avoca Chapel Funeral Service Friday, February 22, 2008 1:30 PM Trinity Lutheran Church Avoca, Iowa Interment Oak Hill Cemetery Hancock, Iowa
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 Arnold
Knudtson of Harlan marked his 90th birthday on February 11.
His family planned a small family and close friends celebration on February 10. Arnold has three children, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
[His son, Lee, is married to
Cathy Wehr, daughter of Joseph P. and Agnes M. (Schechinger) Wehr]
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 The
family of Laverne "Wimpy" Williams had a card shower in honor of his
80th birthday on February 10. Cards may still reach him if sent to 904 Lincoln Way, Woodbine, Iowa 51579. Laverne and his wife, Darlene (Enie) have three sons: Randy and Judy Williams, Avoca; Rick and Pat Williams, Missouri Valley; and Bruce and Vivian Williams, Woodbine; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. |
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2-10-08
Dear Marthann,
When you sent the item on the 60th wedding anniversary
of Genevieve you attached a family tree, and I noted that it was
somewhat incomplete as to her Gaul ancestry, in light of recent
discoveries in that line.
So here are additions to be made to that line
1. great-great-grandfather, No. 20 on the tree, Joachim
Friedmann, died on 27 Dec 1852
2. Her great-great grandfather , no. 22 on the tree,
Andreas Wenzel, was born 11 Sept 1785 and died 4 May 1853.
3. Her great-great-grandmother, no. 23 on the tree,
Magdalena Shupp (no "e"), was born 20 Jan 1790. We still do not
know her date of death.
4. No. 40 on the tree is blank but now can be filled
in: The parents of Joachim Friedmann are Ignaz Fridmann and
Barbara Weiler.
5. No 42 on the tree is blank but now can be filled
in: The parents of Rufina Friedmann are Johann Georg Friedmann
and Scholastica "Salome" Streibich.
6. No 44 on the tree is blank but now can be filled
in. The parents of Andreas Wenzel are Leo Wenzel and Katharina
Haubler (The "a" has an umlaut).
7. No. 46 on the tree is blank but now can be partially
filled in: The mother of Magdalena Schupp is also Magdalena
Schupp. We do not know the father's name.
Research by Stephen Schafer
and Chuck Friedman is responsible for knowing some of this and I
am most grateful for their excellent research. They
are descendants of Andreas Wenzel and Magdalena (nee Schupp)
Wenzel, as are Pete and I.
Dewie
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2-10-08
My Mom is in intensive care at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs,
she has an obstruction in her small intestine and a hernia.
The doctor says she is not in good enough shape to do surgery.
They pumped her stomach.
He wants to see if it will correct itself.
Please say a prayer for her.
Thanks,
Marthann
Marthann
Kohl-Fuhs
706-5th St.
Defiance, IA 51527-3004
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Vernon and Genevieve Scheuring of Defiance marked 60 years of
marriage on February 10. Their family requested a card shower in their
honor. Cards were sent to 1020 2300th Street, Defiance, Iowa 51527.
Their family includes Jim and Cindy Scheuring, Defiance; Alice and Jim Huber, Omaha; Chuck and Darla Scheuring, Council Bluffs; Kathy and Mike King, Hutchinson, Minn.; Jane Scheuring, Fremont, Neb.; and Dale and Lisa Scheuring, Defiance. The couple has 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Vernon is a retired farmer. Genevieve is a homemaker. Vernon Scheuring and Genevieve Gaul were married on February 10, 1948 in Earling. |
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John J. Schulte, Sr., age 77. Carpenter and
Veteran. Preceded in death by wife, Mary Ann
Schulte. Survived by sons, John, Jr, Mark, Frank; daughters, Kathy
Henrich and Vicky Orris and families; grandchildren and
great-grandchildren. Memorial Gathering held on Sunday February 10th from 1-5pm at 2302 N. 70th St. |
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 Norman
and Joyce Kenkel of Earling will celebrate their 50th wedding
anniversary on February 17.A card shower is planned in their honor. Cards may be sent to 1133 Highway 37, Earling, Iowa 51530. Their children are Kevin and Colleen Kenkel, Earling; Craig Kenkel, San Francisco, Calif.; Cindy Gerdts, Clarinda; Karen Shelley, Grimes; Phil and Cindy Kenkel, Maryville, Mo.; Doug and Dina Kenkel, Niwot, Colo.; Lyle and Kay Kenkel, West Des Moines; Lynn Kenkel, Earling; Jill and Mark Campbell, Iowa Falls; and Troy and Heather Kenkel, Moorhead, Minn. The Kenkels have 18 grandchildren. Norman Kenkel and Joyce Jacobsen were married on February 17, 1958 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling. |
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Mary Ann WeisVisitation: Visitation: Service:  IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, PLEASE MAKE DONATIONS TO THE WOODBINE FIRE & RESCUE SQUADS Mary Ann (Pauley) Weis was born July 22, 1920, to Hobert and Anna (Mickels) Pauley near Panama, Iowa. She attended country school as well as school in Panama. Mary Ann married S. H. (Bud) Weis on June 12, 1943, at Santa Maria, California while Bud was serving in the U. S. Army. After Bud’s honorable discharge, the couple lived in Council Bluffs, Iowa, St. Paul, Minnesota, and for 15 years on a farm near Westphalia, Iowa. In 1962 they moved to a farm seven miles east of Woodbine. Bud died on their 43rd wedding anniversary, June 12, 1986. Mary Ann moved into Woodbine on July 1, 1986. Mary Ann was baptized and confirmed at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Panama. She was known to everyone as a happy person with a genuine feeling for her family and people around her. Mary Ann and Bud enjoyed 10 winters in Mission, Texas and one year in Phoenix, Arizona. Mary Ann loved to travel. She and her husband visited all 50 states, and Mary Ann also visited Europe. After Bud’s death in 1986, Mary Ann spent an additional six winters in Texas. Mary Ann died on Friday, February 1, 2008, at Rose Vista Nursing Home in Woodbine, Iowa at the age of 87 years, six months, and 10 days. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Bud; twin sisters, Martina and Martha Pauley; brothers, Leo, Zeno, Fred, Albert, Walter and Ralph Pauley; son-in-law, Doug Ridgeway; and great grandson, Ryan Stroeher. She is survived by her nine children, Robert (Mary) Weis of Woodbine, IA, Rosalie Ridgeway & Jack Spaulding of Ralston, NE, Ronald Weis and Loretta Miner of Council Bluffs, IA, Rodney (Jane) Weis of College Station, TX, Roland (Patty) Weis of Dunlap, IA, Roger (Donita) Weis of Chadron, NE, Ronda (Gene) Probasco of Woodbine, IA, Roxanne (Mike) Cumings of Ankeny, IA, Rory (Penny) Weis of Woodbine, IA; 24 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; sister, Marcella Schmitz of Harlan, IA; brother, Andrew (Grace) Pauley of Panama, IA; sister-in-law, Veronica Pauley of Woodbine, IA; and many other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am Monday, February 4, 2008 Sacred Heart Catholic Church Woodbine, Iowa Celebrant Rev. Paul Strittmatter, SJ Musicians Gloria Schmitz, Sharon Buss, Traci Lacy, Drew Cumings, Lindsey Weis Honorary Pall Bearers Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren |
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"The way to be a bore is to say everything." - Voltaire |
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LaVertus F. “Verdy” Klocke,
81 of Friends and relatives of Verdy may call from 2 to 9 p.m., Monday, February 4, 2008 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 4:00 p.m.
Services for Verdy will be held
at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church
in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Douglas Loecke officiating.
Burial will be held at
Verdy was born
Verdy was a World War II Marine Veteran. He was a member of the Cascade American Legion Post #528 and a member of St. Matthias Parish in Cascade. Verdy was a recipient of the Dubuque County Conservation Award. Verdy loved his wife, Rita, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He also enjoyed working on the farm, playing cards with everybody while munching on his peanuts, going to McDermott’s, and Marilyn’s for coffee. Verdy never lost his wit and sense of humor…even in his last days. He is survived by his wife, Rita Klocke of Cascade, IA, five children, Linda Klocke of Chicago, IL, Kathy (Bernie) McDermott of Worthington, IA, Darlene Walsh of Bellevue, IA, Tom (Donna) Klocke, and Vic (Lori) Klocke both of Cascade, IA; nine grandchildren, Trista Kluesner, Travis McDermott, Jennifer Steines, Tim Walsh, Melissa Sweeney, Stephanie Klocke, Jake Klocke, Mandy Bohlken and Paige Klocke; nine great grandchildren, Aiden, Halle and Julia McDermott, Taylor, Trevor and Ty Kluesner, Keegan and Aubree Steines, and Brennan Bohlken; two brothers, Alex and Elmer Klocke both of Cascade, IA; and a sister, Marjorie VanSlyke of Randolph, NE.
He is preceded in death by his
parents; one son, Timothy John Klocke on Memorials for Verdy may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of Dubuque.
The family of Verdy would like to thank
the staff of Luther Manor, especially Marsha, Lynn and Alex and the
staff of Hospice of Dubuque, especially, Dawn and Sheila. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com
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"If you are ashamed of being a wallflower, imagine how the wall feels." - Jacob Churosh |
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Daniel M. Swinarski–
Age 84
years of Omaha, passed away January 17
Preceded in death by: Wife of 35 years, Ann; Son, Patrick
Survived by: Children, Ralph
(Efigenia) Daniel J. Greg Thomas (Victoria) Sharon (Ignacio) Herrera
James Jerry Grandchildren, Jamie Geoffrey
Visitation: Wednesday, 4:00
to 8:00 PM with a Wake Service at 7:00 PM at Braman Mortuary
Funeral Mass: Thursday, 10:00 AM at Holy Ghost Church (5219
S. 53rd St.)
Interment: Holy Sepulchre
Cemetery
Daniel served in the United
States Army during the conflicts of World War II. He was a longtime
employee of Armour and Company and BC Dressed Beef.
Memorials may be given to Holy Ghost Church. |
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"You don't know what enough is until you have had more than enough." - Billie Holliday |
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Thomas
Urban Leuschen, Sr., 67,
Flower Mound, Texas, died January 14, 2008 at his home following a
courageous battle with cancer.
Services will be held Saturday, Jan. 19 at 1 p.m. at J.E. Foust and Son Funeral Home in Grapevine, Texas with burial at a later date in Harlan. Leuschen is survived by his wife, Kathy; sons Cal (Diane), Chris (Marti), Carl (Marci) and Tom (Jenny), and his grandchildren Joe, Katie Beth, Will and Jacob. He also is survived by his mother, Anna Mae Leuschen, of Harlan, and by his brother and sister-in-law, Nick (Barb) Leuschen of Norfolk, Neb.
J. E. Foust & Son Funeral Home
523 S. Main Street Grapevine, Texas 76051 Phone: 817-481-2525 Fax: 817-481-4436 |
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"We have been told we can never be too rich or too thin. Apparently, we can also never be too careful." |
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 John
and Isabel Klein of Harlan will mark their 60th wedding
anniversary on January 26. They plan to celebrate their anniversary with
their family at a later date. The couple has three children: Linda and Larry Clausen, Des Moines; Dan Klein, Raleigh, N.C.; and Bob, deceased. The Kleins have seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. John Klein and Isabel Heese were married on January 26, 1948 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling. |
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Debra Joanna Jensen
and Jason John McCarthy
 both of Kansas City, Mo., were married at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Harlan on August 25, 2007. The 3 p.m. double ring ceremony was performed by Pastor Heather Ploen. Parents of the couple are Dalton and Gayl Jensen, Harlan; and Don and Sandy McCarthy, Monticello. Grandparents of the bride are Charles and Twyla Grabill, Harlan. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. Maid of honor was Jamie Holtz, Des Moines. Attending as bridesmaids were Nikki McDoungh and Liz Zabel both of Des Moines. Flower girl was Taylor Jones, Dallas Center. Ringbearer was Logan Riley, nephew of groom, Manchester. Best man was Chris Porter, Monticello. Serving as groomsmen were Tim McDoungh, Des Moines; and Rod Zabel, Dallas Center. Ushering the guests were Scott Porter, Monticello; Don McCarthy Jr., brother of groom, Monticello; and Tulley Riley, brother-in-law of groom, Manchester. Candlelighters were the groom's nieces, Morgan McCarthy and Courtney McCarthy both of Monticello. Music was provided by organist Jennifer Perkins, Harlan. Following the ceremony, a reception and dance were held at the C.G. Therkildsen Activity Center in Harlan. Reception hostess and guest book attendant was Deb Holtz, Walnut. Punch pourer was Brooke Grabill, cousin of bride, Harlan. Cake server was Michelle Tupy, cousin of bride, Ankeny. The rehearsal dinner was held at Club 191 in Portsmouth. The bride is a 1999 graduate of Harlan Community High School and a 2006 graduate of William Penn University. Debra is employed as a medical records clerk at Truman Hospital in Kansas City. The groom is a 1998 graduate of Monticello High School and a 2006 graduate of Iowa State University. Jason is employed as a software engineer with Cerner Corp. in Kansas City. Debra and Jason spent their honeymoon in San Diego, Calif. The McCarthys are at home in Kansas City, Mo. |
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"The world is so fast that there are days when the person who says it can't be done is interrupted by the person who is doing it." - Anon |
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Roger L. Wilke,
55, of Emerson died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, at
his residence following a brief illness with cancer.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Emerson. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with a prayer service at 7 p.m., at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh Funeral Home in Emerson. 311 W Warnock Street Emerson Nebraska 68733 Phone: (402) 695-2633 |
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ARRIVING LATE TO WORK Tom retired in his early 50's and started a second career. However, even though he loved his new job, he just couldn't seem to get to work on time. Every day, he was 5, 10, 15 minutes late. But he was a good worker and really sharp, so his boss was in a quandary about how to deal with it. Finally, one day, his boss called him into the office for a talk. "Tom, I must tell you, I truly like your work ethic, you do a bang-up job, but being late for work nearly every day is quite annoying to me as well as your fellow workers." Tom replied, "Yes, sir, I know. I'm sorry, but I am working on it." "That's what I like to hear," his boss said. "However, the fact that you consistently come to work late does puzzle me, because I understand that you retired from the United States A ir Force , and they have some pretty rigid rules about tardiness. Isn't that correct?" "Yes. I did retire from the Air Force, and I'm mighty proud of it!" said Tom. "Well, what did they say when you came in late?" asked his boss. "They said, 'Good morning, General'." |
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Melvin Schechinger
 of Manilla celebrated his 80th birthday at an open house on Sunday, January 20 from 1-4 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church Hall in Manilla. Relatives and friends were invited to attend. Melvin's children are Pam and Reggie Schwartz, Des Moines; Dan and Rita Schechinger, Manilla; Scott Schechinger, Manilla; Terry and Jody Schechinger, Manilla; Dale and Kathy Schechinger, Manilla; Janet and Jeff Graen, Des Moines; Jay and Jeana Schechinger, Manilla; and Mae and Jeff Saunders, Nevada. Melvin has 32 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. |
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A dog had followed his owner to school. His owner was a fourth grader at a public elementary school. However, when the bell rang, the dog sidled inside the building and made it all the way to the child's classroom before a teacher noticed and shoo'ed him outside, closing the door behind him. The dog sat down, whimpered and stared at the closed doors. Then God appeared beside the dog, patted his head, and said, 'Don't feel bad fella'....they won't let ME in either.' |
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Jessica Schechinger and David McCool  both
of North Liberty, Iowa; exchanged marriage vows at Immanuel Lutheran
Church in Harlan on July 21, 2007. Pastor Heather Ploen performed the 3
p.m. double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are John and Cindy Schechinger, Harlan, and Bob and Julie McCool, Tennant. Grandparents of the bride are Jeanette Swensen, Elk Horn, and the late Levi Swensen; and Margaret Schechinger, Harlan; and the late Elmer Schechinger. Grandparents of the groom are Larry and Juanita McCool, Tennant; and the late Eugene and JoAnne Lefeber, who were Portsmouth residents. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. Maid of honor was Jaimi Schechinger, sister of bride, Tiffin. Attending as bridesmaids were Hollie Jacobsen, cousin of bride, Harlan; Christine Bartelson, Des Moines; Katie Patten, Omaha; Jessica Keane, cousin of groom, Council Bluffs; and Katie Goeser, Ames. Junior bridesmaid was Abigail Schechinger, niece of bride, Harlan. The bride's personal attendant was Amy Schechinger, sister-in-law of bride, Harlan. Best man was Craig Buck, Earling. Serving as groomsmen were Adam Wyant, Tabor; Cory Buck, Tennant; Seth Boos, Omaha; Brady Hess, St. Louis, Mo.; and Mike Frerk, Paullina. Junior groomsman was CJ Schechinger, nephew of bride, Harlan. Ushering the guests were Seth Wilson, Council Bluffs; Nick Treinen, Carlton, Neb.; Rob Schechinger, brother of bride, Tiffin; and Jordan Schechinger, brother of bride, Harlan. Candlelighters were mothers of the bride and groom. Music was provided by Konnie Schechinger, aunt of bride, Harlan; and Mary Schechinger, cousin of bride, Harlan. Readers were Ashley Schechinger, sister of bride, Harlan; and Denise Bradley, North Liberty. Program and guest book attendants were Jessica Ring, niece of bride, Harlan; and Jennifer Schechinger, niece of bride, Harlan. Flower hostess was Connie Ridgley, Panora. Gift attendants were the bride's aunts, Michelle Jacobsen, Harlan; and Penny Jacobsen, Kimballton. Following the ceremony, a reception, dinner and dance were held at Veteran's Auditorium in Harlan with Galen and Donna Grabill, uncle and aunt of bride, Harlan, serving as host and hostess. Cake and punch servers were the groom's aunts, Charlene Lefeber, Portsmouth; and Kathy Keane, Panama. Special effects for the reception were created by Adam Schechinger, brother of bride, North Liberty. The groom's parents hosted the rehearsal dinner at Norma Jean's in Panama. The bride is a 2003 graduate of Harlan Community High School and a 2007 graduate of the University of Iowa where she earned a bachelor of arts degree in biology. Jessica is a first year medical student at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in Iowa City. The groom is a 1998 graduate of AHST and a 2002 graduate of Northwest Missouri State University where he was awarded a bachelor of technology degree in agri-business. David is employed as a tractor control supervisor for Heartland Express Inc. in North Liberty. Jessica and David spent their honeymoon in Costa Rica. The McCools are at home in North Liberty. |
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"When they discover the center of the universe, a lot of people will be disappointed to discover that they are not it." - Bernard Bailey |
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 Julie
Kenkel and Matt McDavitt both of Kansas
City, Mo., exchanged marriage vows at St. Mary of the Assumption
Catholic Church in Panama on August 25, 2007. The bride's uncle, Father Leonard Kenkel, Creston, performed the 3 p.m. double ring ceremony. Parents of the couple are Gene and Pat Kenkel, Panama; and Steve McDavitt, Kansas, Ill., and the late Brenda McDavitt. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father. Julie's accessories included an opal ring belonging to the groom's great-grandmother McDavitt. The bride's bouquet contained both her grandmothers' (Ella Tunink and Anna Kenkel) wedding rings. Maid of honor was Jackie Kenkel, sister of bride, Overland Park, Kan. Attending as bridesmaids were Jill Schrader, sister of groom, Charleston, Ill., and Chrissy Caniglia, Council Bluffs. The bride's personal attendants were Lauren Angelo, Arlington, Va.; and Kavita Patel, Jersey City, N.J. Best man was Duane Bennett, Grayslake, Ill. Serving as groomsmen were Craig Spinner, Greenwood, Ind.; and Tony Kenkel, brother of bride, Chicago. Ringbearers were the groom's nephews, Drew Shrader and Nate Shrader both of Charleston, Ill. Ushering the guests were John Kenkel, brother of bride, Olathe, Kan.; and Steve Ladley, Overland Park, Kan. Music was provided by organist Jodie Wingert; trumpeter Randy Mages; and vocalist Jeannie Rowell. Eucharistic ministers were Lauretta Kenkel, godmother of bride, Panama; Sister Sylvia Kenkel, aunt of bride, Atchison, Kan.; and Joyce Kenkel (Dave), aunt of bride, Panama. Offertory gifts were presented by the bride's parents. Program and guest book attendants were the bride's cousins, Nicole Ciecior, Hastings, Neb.; and Valerie McClain, Broken Arrow, Okla. Mass servers were Brent Ciecior, cousin of bride, Lincoln, Neb.; and Johnathan Sears, cousin of bride, Ankeny. Lectors were Leah Lonsbury, Madison, Wisc.; and Pat Kenkel, aunt of bride, Hickory Hills, Ill. Following the ceremony, a reception and dance were held at St. Mary's Parish Hall with Jim and Kathy Tunink, godfather and aunt of bride, Columbia, Mo., serving as host and hostess, Cake servers were the bride's aunts, Pat (Damian) Kenkel, Panama; Joyce (Sylvan) Kenkel, Panama; Eileen Woods, Marne and Pam McClain, Broken Arrow, Okla. The bride is a 1996 graduate of Harlan Community High School. Julie was awarded a doctor of pharmacy degree from Drake University. She is employed as associate director, respiratory at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. The groom is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University where he received a bachelor's degree in marketing and speech communication. Matt is employed as general manager at a lawn and landscape company. Julie and Matt spent their honeymoon in Ambergris Caye, Belize. The McDavitts are at home in Kansas City, Mo. |
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Editors Note: This is just food for thought
(entertainment!) No recommendation intended. RETIREMENT WITH A GRIN Recently I was checking my 401k account and thinking about retirement, as everyone does when they hit 55. I saw an article about nursing and retirement homes and the expenses. Then it hit me. No nursing home for me! Here is my plan: I'm checking into the Holiday Inn. With the average cost for a nursing home reaching $188 per day, there is a better way when we get old and feeble. I have already checked on reservations at the Holiday Inn. For a combined long-term stay discount and senior discount, it's $49.23 per night. That leaves $138.77 a day for breakfast, lunch, dinner in any restaurant I want, or room service. It also will leave enough for laundry, gratuities, and special TV movies; Plus, I'll get a swimming pool, a workout room, a lounge, and washer and dryer. I'll also get free toothpaste, razors, shampoo and soap. And I'll be treated like a customer, not a patient. Five dollars worth of tips a day will have the entire staff scrambling. There is a city bus stop out front, and seniors ride free. The handicap bus will also pick me up if I fake a decent limp. Ride the church bus free on Sundays. For a change of scenery, take the airport shuttle bus and eat at one of the nice restaurants there. While you're at the airport, fly somewhere. Meanwhile, the cash keeps building up. It takes months to get into decent nursing homes. On the other hand, Holiday Inn will take your reservation today. And you are not stuck in one place forever -- you can move from Inn to Inn, or even from cit! y to city. Want to see Hawaii? They have a Holiday Inn there, too. TV broken? Light bulbs need changing? Need a mattress replaced? No problem. They fix everything and apologize for the inconvenience. The Inn has a night security person and daily room service. The maid checks if you are OK. If not, they will call an ambulance or the undertaker which ever one is needed. If you fall and break a hip, Medicare will pay for the hip, and Holiday Inn will upgrade you to a suite for the rest of your life. And no worries about visits from family. They will always be glad to visit you, and probably check in for a mini-vacation. The grandkids can use the pool. What more can you ask for? When I discussed my plan with friends, they came up with even more benefits that Holiday Inn provides retirees. Mo! st standard rooms have coffee makers, reclining chairs, and satellite TV -- all you need to enjoy a cozy afternoon. After a movie and a good nap, you can check on your children (free local phone calls), then take a stroll to the lounge or restaurant where you meet new and exotic people every day. Many Holiday Inns even feature live entertainment on the weekends. Often they have special offers, too, like the Kids Eat Free program. You can invite your grandkids over after school to have a free dinner with you. Just tell them not to bring more than three friends. Pick a Holiday Inn where they allow pets, and your best friend can keep you company as well. If you want to travel, but are a bit skittish about unfamiliar surroundings, you'll always feel at home because wherever you go, the rooms all look the same. And if you're getting a little absent-minded in your old days, you never have to worry about not finding your room -- your electronic key fits only one door and the helpful bellman or desk clerk is on duty 24/7. Being natural skeptics, we called a Holiday Inn to check out the feasibility of my plan. I'm happy to report that they were positively giddy at the idea of us checking in for a year or more. They even offered to negotiate the rate. We could have easily knocked them down to $40 a night! "So, when I reach the golden age I'll face it with a grin. Just forward all your emails to the Holiday Inn!" |
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Graveside services for 91-year-old
Gerda Christensen of Harlan were held 2
pm, Monday, January 14th, at the Harlan Cemetery. Gerda Christensen died Thursday, January 10th, 2008 at Elm Crest Retirement Community. Survivors include 2 sisters, Lillian Paulsen of Harlan and Glenda Hanson (Franklin) of Omaha, NE. Visitation will be held noon to 8 pm, Sunday, January 13th, at the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan. |
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"We should be strengthening the hand of the poor rather than simply putting something into it." - Will Rose |
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Welcome
Kia Gertrude Coenen
01/14/08
 Kia
Gertrude Coenen was born on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at Myrtue
Medical Center,Kia's parents are Russ and Penni Coenen of Dow City. Kia arrived at 4:07 p.m. on Thursday and weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces, being 20 inches long. Kia has a brother, Triston, 5. Kia's grandparents are Ivan and Edna Malone of Dow City and Randy and Lila Coenen of Arion. Her great-grandmother is Bernadine Coenen of Harlan. click here to view pedigree.  |
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"A pessimist is someone who complains about the noise when opportunity knocks." - Michael Levine |
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Jennifer
Gross and Alexander Jensen Will Marry  Joe
and Gail Gross, of Earling, Iowa, announce the engagement of their
daughter, Jennifer to Alexander Jensen both of Houston, Texas. Alex is the son of Bruce and Mary Jensen, Ogallala, Neb. Jenny is the granddaughter of Louis and Virginia Jensen, Harlan, and the late Leo and Ruth Gross, who were Earling, Iowa residents. The couple plans to marry on March 15 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Earling, Iowa. Jenny is a 2001 graduate of Harlan Community High School and a 2005 graduate of the University of Nebraska at Kearney, where she was awarded a degree in education. She is employed as a fourth grade teacher at Collins Elementary School in Houston. Alex is a 1998 graduate of Ogallala High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of Nebraska at Kearney where he earned a degree in education. He is employed as a physical education teacher at Heflin Elementary School in Houston. click here to view pedigree. |
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 Kenneth
and Helen Nollen of Independence will celebrate their 60th wedding
anniversary on Sunday, January 20 with a Mass at 10 a.m. at St. John's
Catholic Church followed by a family dinner at a local restaurant. Their family includes William, Clutier, Iowa; Terry, Albuquerque, N.M.; Frances and Brian Swarts, Independence, and Michael (deceased). The Nollens have nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Kenneth Nollen of Defiance and Helen Baker of Harlan were married on January 19, 1948 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Harlan. The Nollens reside at 502 8th Ave. S.W., Independence, Iowa 50644. click here to view pedigree. |
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"Just for fun" . . .
During his sermon one Sunday, the local preacher told his congregation that the entire range of human experience could be found in the Holy Bible. He confidently stated, "If anything can happen to humans, it is described somewhere in the Holy Bible." After the service, a woman came up to the preacher and said "Reverend, I don't think the Holy Bible mentions anything about PMS." The preacher told the woman he was certain he could find a reference to PMS somewhere in scripture. During the following week, he searched diligently, book by book, chapter by chapter, and verse by verse. On the following Sunday, the woman came up to him and asked, "Did you find any references to PMS in the Bible?" The preacher smiled, opened his Bible and began to read "... And Mary rode Joseph's ass all the way to Bethlehem |
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1-12-08
My name is Matthew Hanegmon and I am writing you because I came across your website while doing research on my family's history. My mother comes from the Friedman family, whose great-great grandfather was Joseph Friedman (the father of Anna Marie Friedman who married John Gaul from your family). I just wanted to inform you of that connection and tell you what a great job of putting together your family's history you have done. I have downloaded a copy of the Gaul Family Book off of the website and find the information very informative for my the research I am currently doing, but was wondering if there might be any additional information for the Friedman side that you would be willing to share with me?
Thanks for the consideration.
Matt Hanegmon
Ed. Note: Thank you for your e-mail. We are ALWAYS interested in sharing information about our family and history. You may wish to contact Dewie Gaul or Peter Gaul, our noted historians and publishers of family history. I will e-mail your request for information on the Friedman side of the family to them (they may read it from this website, also). I would love to read it and post it to this website. Please share it with us whenever you receive it. Thank you for your interest. We are delighted to hear from you. - Bill Anderson |
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The local news station was interviewing an 80-year-old lady
because she had
just gotten married -- for the fourth time. The interviewer asked her questions about her life, about what it felt like to be marrying again at 80, and then about her new husband's occupation. "He's a funeral director," she answered.
"Interesting," the newsman thought.
He then asked her if she wouldn't mind telling him a little about her first three husbands and what they did for a living. She paused for a few moments, needing time to reflect on all those years. After a short time, a smile came to her face and she answered proudly, explaining that she'd first married a banker when she was in her early 20's, then a circus ringmaster when in her 40's, later on a preacher when in her 60's, and now in her 80's, a funeral director. The interviewer looked at her, quite astonished, and asked why she had married four men with such diverse careers. She smiled and explained, "I married one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, and four to go." |
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Arrangements and Services For
Nicholas "Nick" Bruck - 91 Who
Died On - Friday, December 28, 2007
Visitation 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Pauley Jones Funeral Home Harlan, Iowa Tuesday, January 1, 2008 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. St. Mary Our Lady of Fatima Church - Portsmouth, Iowa
Vigil Service Tuesday, January 1, 2008 7:00 P.M. St. Mary Our Lady of Fatima Church - Portsmouth, Iowa
Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, January 2, 2008 - 10:30 A.M. St. Mary Our Lady of Fatima Church - Portsmouth, Iowa
Military Rites St. Mary’s Cemetery - Portsmouth, Iowa
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My Wish for You in 2008
May peace break into your house and may thieves come to steal your debts. May the pockets of your jeans become a magnet of $200 bills. May love stick to your face like Vaseline and may laughter assault your lips! May your clothes smell of success like smoking tires and may happiness slap you across the face and may your tears be that of joy. May the problems you had forget your home address!
In
simple words............
May 2008 be the best year of your life!!!
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We were the
only family with children in the restaurant. I sat Erik in a high chair and noticed everyone was quietly sitting and talking. Suddenly, Erik squealed with glee and said, 'Hi.' He pounded his fat baby hands on the high chair tray. His eyes were crinkled in laughter and his mouth was bared in a toothless grin, as he wriggled and giggled with merriment. I looked around and saw the source of his merriment. It was a man whose pants were baggy with a zipper at half-mast and his toes poked out of would-be shoes. His shirt was dirty and his hair was uncombed and unwashed. His whiskers were too short to be called a beard and his nose was so varicose it looked like a road map. We were too far from him to smell, but I was sure he smelled. His hands waved and flapped on loose wrists. 'Hi there, baby; hi there, big boy. I see ya, buster,' the man said to Erik. My husband and I exchanged looks, 'What do we do?' Erik continued to laugh and answer, 'Hi.' Everyone in the restaurant noticed and looked at us and then at the man. The old geezer was creating a nuisance with my beautiful baby. Our meal came and the man began shouting from across the room, 'Do ya patty cake? Do you know peek-a-boo? Hey, look, he knows peek-a-boo.' Nobody thought the old man was cute. He was obviously drunk. My husband and I were embarrassed. We ate in silence; all except for Erik, who was running through his repertoire for the admiring skid-row bum, who in turn, reciprocated with his cute comments. We finally got through the meal and headed for the door. My husband went to pay the check and told me to meet him in the parking lot. The old man sat poised between me and the door. 'Lord, just let me out of here before he speaks to me or Erik,' I prayed. As I drew closer to the man, I turned my back trying to sidestep him and avoid any air he might be breathing. As I did, Erik leaned over my arm, reaching with both arms in a baby's 'pick-me-up' position. Before I could stop him, Erik had propelled himself from my arms to the man. Suddenly a very old smelly man and a very young baby consummated their love and kinship. Erik in an act of total trust, love, and submission laid his tiny head upon the man's ragged shoulder. The man's eyes closed, and I saw tears hover beneath his lashes. His aged hands full of grime, pain, and hard labor, cradled my baby's bottom and stroked his back. No two beings have ever loved so deeply for so short a time. I stood awestruck. The old man rocked and cradled Erik in his arms and his eyes opened and set squarely on mine. He said in a firm commanding voice, 'You take care of this baby.' Somehow I managed, 'I will,' from a throat that contained a stone. He pried Erik from his chest, lovingly and longingly, as though he were in pain. I received my baby, and the man said, 'God bless you, ma'am, you've given me my Christmas gift.' I said nothing more than a muttered thanks. With Erik in my arms, I ran for the car. My husband was wondering why I was crying and holding Erik so tightly, and why I was saying, 'My God, my God, forgive me.' I had just witnessed Christ's love shown through the innocence of a tiny child who saw no sin, who made no judgment; a child who saw a soul, and a mother who saw a suit of clothes. I was a Christian who was blind, holding a child who was not. I felt it was God asking, 'Are you willing to share your son for a moment?' when He shared His for all eternity. The ragged old man, unwittingly, had reminded me, To enter the Kingdom of God, we must become as little children.' If this has blessed you, please bless others by sending it on. Sometimes, it takes a child to remind us of what is really important. We must always remember who we are, where we came from and, most importantly, how we feel about others. The clothes on your back or the car that you drive or the house that you live in does not define you at all; It is how you treat your fellow man that identifies who you are. |
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E-mail
Us
gaulnews@andersonschool.net
Last Updated "2/4/08"
The
family of Betty Olson of Harlan is requesting 
and Bonnie Eggerss of Shelby celebrated
their 55th wedding anniversary on January 7. Their
children planned a card shower in the couple's
honor. 
Roger
and Phyllis Heller
Nicholas
Anthony Bruck, age 91, of Portsmouth, Iowa, passed away
Friday, December 28, 2007 at Myrtue Medical Center in
Harlan, Iowa. 
