Obituaries
Ellen C Geerdes
Jun 10, 2025
Ellen Carol Geerdes 93, passed away on June 10, 2025. Ellen was born in Sheldon, Iowa on December 14, 1931 to Carl and Jacoba (Eerkes) Hirt. She attended elementary and junior high at multiple schools in Iowa, Washington and California, and graduated in 1950 from Lake Center School near Terril, Iowa. On August 5, 1951, she married Edwin Theodore Geerdes....
Gilbert Alonzo Scribner, Jr.
Jun 8, 2025
Gilbert Alonzo Scribner, Jr., was born on January 4, 1932 in Des Moines, Iowa to Gilbert A. Scribner, Sr. and Mary (Adams) Scribner. He spent most of his formative years in Des Moines, but graduated from Lloyd Township Consolidated School in Terril, Iowa.
Upon graduation, he enlisted into the Army in 1951, where he served two years in the...
Timothy "Tim" Robert Small
Jun 8, 2025
Timothy Robert Small was born on March 15, 1966, in Fairmont, MN. In September of 1973, his family moved to Spencer, IA, where Tim attended the old Lincoln Elementary School.
Tim was active in Cub Scouts. He especially enjoyed the Pinewood Derby Races held every year. As he aged into Boy Scouts, Tim really enjoyed Camp Outs with other Scout Troops...
Jean Ann Saunders
Jun 6, 2025
Jean Ann Kracht, the daughter of George C. and Lulu (Tigges) Kracht was born on the family farm south of Peterson, on July 26, 1931. She was the sixth of ten children. She grew up on the family farm where they became a very close-knit family. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s United Church of Christ. She graduated...
Donald Dell Tibbetts
Jun 2, 2025
Donald Dell Tibbetts, 87, of Peterson, Iowa, passed away on June 2, 2025, after a 15-month battle with cancer and a tired heart.
Donnie was born on August 31st to Mabel Fields Tibbetts and Del Kinyon Tibbetts at his family home in Peterson, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Congregational Church in Peterson. Donnie attended Peterson School from kindergarten...
Allen LeRoy DeJong
May 27, 2025
Allen LeRoy DeJong, 88, of Ruthven, Iowa passed away surrounded by his loved ones.
Born and raised in Sioux Center, IA, he got married to his wife, Eunice Rozeboom of Sioux Center, IA on August 15, 1962. Allen grew up on the family farm where he developed a strong work ethic that would define his life. Allen’s hands told...
Sherwood "Bud" Allan Myers
May 24, 2025
Sherwood Allan “Bud” Myers, a lifelong resident of Spencer, Iowa, passed away peacefully at the age of 88. Known for his infectious humor, unwavering work ethic, and deep love for his family and friends, Bud lived a life full of joy, laughter, and purpose.
Born in Spencer, Iowa, Bud was the son of Irvin and Mabel (Walstrom). He was preceded in...
Albert "AL" Julius Johnson
May 23, 2025
Albert “Al” Julius Johnson, the son of Albert and Marcella (Slama) Johnson was born May 13, 1951 in Winnebago, MN. His childhood years were spent in the Lakota, IA area, where he attended school and graduated from Lakota High School.
Al started working at the local cement and quarry plant in Lakota right after school. He then went to work for...
Dale Glackin
May 23, 2025
Dale D Glackin, 67, passed away on May 23rd, 2025 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, surrounded by his family, who he cherished very much.
Dale is a graduate of the class of 1976 from Spencer High School. After graduating high school, Dale attended Ellsworth Community College. Upon finishing his two-year degree, Dale continued his education at Briar Cliff College...
Gerald Jerome Hanson
May 19, 2025
Gerald Jerome Hanson (Jerry), age 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Dimensions in Appleton, Wisconsin, with his daughter by his side.
Gerald, son of Lewis and Martha Hanson, was born January 22, 1928 on a farm in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. The family later moved to Sioux Rapids, Iowa where he attended the Sioux Rapids schools.
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Darrel Wayne Smith
May 17, 2025
Darrel Wayne Smith, the son of Tilman LeRoy and Martha Louise (Robinson) Smith was born on May 7, 1951 in Poplar Bluff MO. As a youngster, his family moved around and lived in several different places. Darrel graduated from high school in El Paso, TX. Following high school, he attended Bible School, was drafted into the military and attended...
Mary Lou Larsen
May 15, 2025
Mary Lou Mett Larsen was born on September 9, 1928, in Spencer, Iowa, to Fern and Lyla Heikens Mett. She was raised on the family farm in Summit Township alongside her sister, Carolyn. She attended Summit Center country school, graduated from Spencer High School, went on to teachers college, and later taught at country school and in Gillette Grove Elementary...
Eldon Charles Goff
May 13, 2025
Eldon Charles Goff, the son of Marvin and LaVonne (Wichman) Goff, was born on June 1, 1950, in Emmetsburg, IA. He was raised on a farm near Ayrshire where he also attended and graduated from school. After graduation, he attended Iowa Lakes Community College where he met his future wife, Linda DeMoss, in the library. He continued his education at...
David Feldhacker
May 9, 2025
David Frederick Feldhacker was born September 22, 1956, in Spencer, IA, to Raymond and Vernice (DeWeese) Feldhacker.
David graduated from Spencer High School and married Carole Gifford in 1977. David and Carole had 3 children: Christopher, Beth, and Kelley. He worked several years for Eaton Corp before starting DC Construction company.
He was a brain cancer survivor, diagnosed in 1987. He received...
Dr. Mike Fideler
May 7, 2025
“What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” -Helen Keller
Dr. Sylvester Michael Fideler died peacefully on May 7, 2025. He was 91 years old.
Born to Sylvester and Clo Fideler in Remsen IA on October 7, 1933, ”Mike” loved playing baseball and growing up in their...
Kelley Lee Reed
May 6, 2025
Kelley Lee Reed passed away at home on May 6th, 2025. She was the daughter of Robert Lee Reed and Sandra Lee Reed, (Kelley). She spent her entire life in the Milford, IA, area and attended schools there. She was passionate about ancestry and worked diligently on creating a family tree. She especially enjoyed traveling with her family on their...
Delores Rubie Klatt
May 5, 2025
Delores Rubie Klatt, the daughter of Melvin and Almeda (Jones) Smith, was born on August 5, 1934, in Lake Township, IA. She received her early education in Lake Center, then she went to a country school and Gillett Grove, before going to Webb in the 5th grade where she finished her education in 1952. Delores accepted the Lord...
Gilbert "Tom" Leroy Dotson
May 5, 2025
Gilbert “Tom” Leroy Dotson, the son of Everett and Thelma (Whaley) Dotson was born October 7, 1933 in Spencer, IA. His childhood years were spent in the Langdon, IA area, where he attended school and graduated from Lake Center High School in 1951.
After high school Tom was employed with Central Iowa Telephone in Emmetsburg, IA. He enlisted in the U.S....
Donna Jean Klungseth
Apr 30, 2025
Donna Jean Witt Klungseth was born in Remsen, IA on April 24, 1944 to Glenn and Dorothy (Klingbeil) Witt. Her childhood years were spent in the Cherokee, IA area where she attended school and graduated from Washington High School. After high school, Donna went to business school in Sioux City, IA.
Donna’s working years were spent in Wisconsin. Upon retirement she...
Barbara Jane Raveling
Apr 29, 2025
Barbara Jane Raveling, the daughter of Earl and Joyce (Lindstrom) May was born on March 13, 1946, in Davenport, IA. She was raised and attended school there graduating from Davenport West High School in 1964. After graduation, she attended Drake University in Des Moines. She also met her future husband, David while in Des Moines. After a year...
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