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The son of James W. and Helen (Smithson) Beal, Wayne was born in Nevada, Iowa on January 31, 1937 and passed away in Green Valley, Arizona on February 20, 2025. He grew up on a farm near Maxwell, Iowa and graduated from Maxwell High School in 1955. He attended Iowa State College and the University of Iowa, graduating from the University of Iowa with a degree in English in 1964. While at the University of Iowa, he participated in the U. S. Air Force Aviation Cadet program. After graduation, he joined the U. S. Air Force, and later held various jobs before joining the Iowa Highway Commission as news editor. In March 1968, he met Anita Moyer in Ames, Iowa, whom he married in June of that year. In 1971, He joined the Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) as communications director. He later served as the IASB Government Relations Director before retiring after 29 years of service. In Ames, he and Anita were members of Playmakers, volunteered at the Brunnier Art Museum and the Ames Public Library. He also served on the Stone Brooke Home Owners Association, among others. He enjoyed opera and other music venues. He became a fine photographer because of his extreme interest and ability. Wayne and Anita traveled widely together in America, Europe and Asia, which Wayne captured on film. They moved to Green Valley, Arizona in 2005, where he joined the Camera Club and continued to enjoy photography. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and brother Winston. He is survived by his wife Anita and brother John Beal of Maxwell. https://www.amestrib.com/obituaries/piow1107483

Claire Eugene Steelman was born 22 February 1922 or as he would say 2-22-22 at home in rural Grant Township Hardin County, Iowa to Wiley “Pete” Henry and Tressa Marie (Chance) Steelman. Dad surpassed his goal to live to be 100 and he joined his wife Ann in heaven on 11 February 2025. Claire was an example of resilience. Growing up his parents moved between Story and Hardin counties as his father tried to get started in farming, working as a tenant farmer. He attended one-room country schools, school in Zearing and he finished his education in Hubbard, graduating in 1940. He worked at the hatchery in Hubbard before he began farming. Claire married Anna “Ann” Mae Robertson 11 November 1939 when they eloped to Bethany, Missouri and enjoyed 80 years together before Ann’s passing in 2020. They started their married life in Hubbard and eventually moved to a farm north of Colo, Iowa where they raised their family. Their life was an adventure that included raising five children, traveling, good friends, hosting family dinners and hosting a college exchange student from Finland with whom they stayed in touch over the years. Claire served on the Colo Community School Board and worked for the Story County ASC office. He made quilt racks to hold quilts made by Ann, bookcases and footstools. Claire and Ann retired from the farm in 1985 and moved to Ames to be closer to family. They enjoyed retirement, which included golfing with friends and looking at the geese near their home at Ada Hayden Park. He and Ann would drive to Des Moines for lunch one day a week until he did not want to drive in Des Moines traffic any longer. Claire is survived by his five children, Joyce Churchill, Doug (Joyce) Steelman, Roger (Nancy) Steelman, Marti Steelman and Patti Steelman. Seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Claire was predeceased by his parents, wife, stillborn daughter Kim Janiece, siblings, Vivian Cypra and Lloyd Steelman, sister-in-law Klara Steelman and son-in-law Robert Churchill. We thank the Lord and give praise for the amazing life of Claire Eugene Steelman. https://www.amestrib.com/obituaries/piow1094062 https://www.boekefuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Claire-Eugene-Steelman?obId=37295727#/obituaryInfo

Ralph Gibbs May 4, 1955 - October 21, 2024 Ralph Lew Gibbs, of Colo, Iowa passed away peacefully at his home on October 21, 2024 at the age of 69. Ralph was born on May 4, 1955 in Berlin, Germany to parents Ingeborg Pirschick and Rollen Gibbs. They moved to Colo, Iowa when Ralph was a young age. Ralph attended Colo High School and graduated in 1973. Ralph and Linda Poling were married on January 22, 1977 in State Center, Iowa and they had two beautiful daughters, Ashley and Brittany. They later divorced, but stayed close. Ralph worked at Handy Industries in Marshalltown, Iowa which manufactured motorcycle lifts. Handy was acquired by Janco Industries out of Sully, Iowa in 2010 and Ralph continued with Janco. He had many positions within those companies, most recently managing the packaging and shipping area. He worked hard and was often the first to arrive and turn the lights on. He retired in June of 2024. Ralph was an animal lover, especially his beloved Grizz and Della. He looked forward to the Good Guy’s car shows all year and seeing the 1960’s & 70’s muscle cars. He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, watching NASCAR, fishing, and listening to music. He is survived by his children Ashley (Bill) Cran of Ames, Brittany (Kasey) Jones of Zearing, Linda Gibbs of Colo, sister Barbara (Emmett) Valline of Ankeny, and niece Kimberly (Jason) Dodd of Pittsboro, IN. Grandchildren Brady, Brooklyn, William, Hadley and Gentry. Great-nieces & nephews Tarynn (Ben) Gifford, Keely (Todd) Maricle, Reece Dodd and Hunter Dodd. Great-great nephews Colter & Renan Gifford and Great-great nieces Rowann & Alainna Dodd. He is proceeded in death by his beloved mother Ingeborg, brother Paul, father Rollen and grandparents Paul & Hildegard Pirschick and George & Harriet Addalen. A graveside service will be held at the Colo Cemetery on November 9, 2024 at 11 am. A Celebration of Life will follow at the Colo Community Center. Lunch will be provided. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Story County Animal Shelter in Ralph Gibbs honor. https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Ralph-Gibbs?obId=33502323#/obituaryInfo https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/ralph-gibbs-obituary?id=56602898

Ramona Milleson September 21, 1928 - September 28, 2024 The generous and loving spirit of 96-year-old Ramona Milleson, of Marshalltown (formerly of Colo), departed this earthly life on Saturday morning, September 28th at the Iowa Veterans Home under the wonderful care of their staff. Born on September 21, 1928, at the home of her grandparents, Frederick, and Elizabeth (Wolken) Fricke in rural State Center, Iowa, the daughter of Ervin Elmer and Marie Emma (Fricke) Eggers. She received her education at St. John's Parochial School through eighth grade. Then she continued her life education by working on the family farm, gardening, canning food and helping her mother care for her five brothers. She met the love of her life at 16 at a family member's wedding. Roscoe Milleson, of Melbourne, and Ramona married on September 22, 1946, in State Center, Iowa. They were blessed with five children and 70 years of marriage. Ramona's love of the lord and her family gave her the most joy in her life. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends at many reunions. She also enjoyed traveling, square dancing, playing cards, fishing and hunting and bowled well into her 90s. She also worked with her husband for several years plumbing and being his “right-hand man.” After retiring from plumbing, they moved to Missouri enjoying a slower pace of life for several years. When the opportunity came to move back to be closer to family and friends again. They spent many years in Colo gardening and canning that produce, babysitting many children that called her “Mona.” Having potluck meals at the drop of a hat. She would feed anyone who showed up at her door. Ramona is survived by her daughter Anna Hartwig, of Texas, sons, Earl (Nancy) Milleson, and Larry Milleson, and daughter Lou Ann Cooling, all of Iowa. Twelve grandchildren: Candice (Matt) Dole, Bryn (Melissa)Dutton, Crisha (Kirk) Miller, Phillip Milleson, Bret (Sara) Dutton, Corky (John) Angell, Pat Milleson, Andrea Cooling, Amanda Nablo, Price (Summer Aikin) Milleson, Paul Milleson and Ross Milleson. She has twenty-five great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren: one brother, Reuben Eggers, and two sisters-in-law, Jane Frericks and Betty Fink. She was proceeded in death by her parents, her husband, two daughters, Susan Keen and Cindy Milleson (infant), four brothers: Vernon, Merle, Glen and Elmer Eggers and four sisters-in-law: Louise Luthi, Helen Perin, Darleen Jacob and Erma Plate. Memorial contributions may be made to Colo Fire & EMS in Colo, Iowa. Visitation will be held on October 4, at 10 A.M at Trinity Lutheran Church in State Center. The funeral will follow at 11 A.M. A luncheon will follow the service, and burial will take place in Melbourne, IA. Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Ramona and her family. https://www.fredregillfunerals.com/obituaries/Ramona-Milleson?obId=33229747 https://www.timesrepublican.com/obituaries/2024/10/ramona-milleson/

Maxine C. Myers April 15, 1924 - September 17, 2024 Maxine Coleen Myers, 100 years old, went to her Savior on September 17, 2024. She was a resident of Kennybrook Village in Grimes, Iowa since 2011. Maxine was born on April 15, 1924 to Edward and Huldah Stebbins and graduated from Maxwell High School in 1942. She attended A.I.B in Des Moines. She worked at Coopers Furniture and Funeral Home in Maxwell for 35 years, retiring in 1986. She was a long-time member of the Maxwell Christian Church. She married Fred Myers on September 10, 1942, and had 3 children; Gary, Steven (Speed) and Patricia. Following the passing of her husband Fred, she married Jack Viers in 1986. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Fred and Jack, son Steven, great granddaughter Olivia, and 9 her siblings. She was amazed of her longevity and just couldn’t believe she lived so long. She is survived by her son Gary (special friend Mary Porter), daughter Pat (Tom) Oswald, 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She loved baking cakes and decorating them for; birthday’s, weddings, graduations, and an occasional gag cake. Fred and Maxine had a huge garden, canning or freezing the produce that lasted beyond the following season. She loved being with family and friends, often playing cards. She enjoyed traveling and meeting new people, often discovering connections to those at home. Dancing to the Kenny Hofer Orchestra was a favorite and she danced every song. The family wishes to extend sincerest thanks and gratitude to Kennybrook Village for the love and care shown to Maxine, especially the last 3 years. Also, to Suncrest Hospice care in her final days. We praise God for his goodness and mercy through his son Jesus Christ, our Savior. Maxine’s wish is to send memorials to the Maxwell Community Center. Interment will be at the Maxwell Cemetery with graveside services pending. https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Maxine-C-Myers?obId=33141162 https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/maxine-myers-obituary?id=56354099

Richard King June 29, 1948 - May 18, 2024 Richard Eugene King, 75, of Marshalltown, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 surrounded by family at the Iowa Veterans Home. Funeral services for Richard will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown with Pastor Gene Kubli officiating. Visitation and luncheon will be one hour prior beginning at 12:00 P.M. He will be laid to rest0 following the services at Colo Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Richard and his family. Richard was born on June 29, 1948 in Marshalltown. He was the son of Charles Clifton “Cliff” and Marjorie (Wilson) King. After graduating from Colo High School in 1967, he honorably served his country in the United States Navy. Richard worked for Fisher Controls as an assembler beginning in 1967 and until his retirement in 2003. Richard married Linda Trehey in 1981and together had two boys, Joseph and Michael. They divorced in 1993. On July 14, 1995, Richard was united in marriage to Marilyn Hanlin in Marshalltown. Together they ran a daycare and helped raise Andy Zheng, who was like a son to them. Richard loved “tinkering” and always kept his hands busy. He enjoyed Maytag gas engines and washing machines, leather crafts, model trains, and building models. Richard is survived by his wife of 29 years, Marilyn; children: Joseph (Rebecca) King of Toledo and Michael King of Cedar Rapids; a sister, Karen Sackett of Minnesota; and his grandchildren: Braden, David, Amillianna, Aaden, Athena and Aurora King. Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Cliff and Marjorie, and brother, Larry King. https://www.mitchellfh.com/obituaries/Richard-King?obId=31565871#/obituaryInfo https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/richard-king-obituary?id=55160809

Barbara Jean Ellson April 9, 1930 - April 21, 2024 Barbara Jean Ellson, age 94, met her Lord and Savior, Sunday, April 21st, in St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She entered into her heavenly home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 9, 1930, in Colo, Iowa, to Robert Lynne and Mildred Stevenson. She graduated in 1947 from Colo High School. She met Forest, the love of her life, while working for the Department of Transportation in Ames, Iowa. Forest Dale Ellson and Barbara were married September 5, 1948, and were married 59 years until Forest’s death in 2007. Barbara’s faith was an integral part of who she was even sharing about Jesus to the nurses in her last days. She bought Bibles for all her grandchildren and prayed daily for her family. She loved family gatherings at their lake home and preparing amazing meals for her large family. She was an avid Iowa State fan, especially football and basketball. She will be remembered for her love of cooking, all types of card games, and genuine interest in her family’s lives. She was a great listener, encourager, and Disciple of Christ. She was a member of Anchor Bible Church in Center Point, Iowa. Left to cherish her memory are her 3 children, Terri (Rick) Fryar of Highland Ranch, CO; Michael (Kristine) Ellson of Center Point, IA; and Mark (Karen) Ellson of Woodbury, MN. Eight grandchildren; Marcie (Nick) Miller, Brad (Jacqueline) Ellson, Tara Subah, Diana (Josh) Sankey, Laura (Angel) Corona, Jenni (Adam) Jaehnke, Matt Ellson, Nicole Ellson, and her brother, Bob Stevenson (Miriam). She was also blessed with 27 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Ruth and brother-in-law Ray, sister-in-law Miriam, son-in-law Rick, and infant daughter, Marcy Sue. Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, April 25, at 11 a.m. at Anchor Bible Church with Pastor Andrew Happ officiating. Visitation will proceed the service starting at 9:30 a.m. The burial will be at the Ames Municipal Cemetery, Friday, April 26th at 10:30 a.m. with a graveside service. Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Center Point is assisting the family. Memorials may be designated to Tunnel to Towers Foundation for her support of the military or to Anchor Bible Church because of her love of Jesus. Please share a memory of Barbara at www.murdochfuneralhome.com under obituaries. https://www.amestrib.com/obituaries/piow0797387 https://www.murdochfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Barbara-Ellson/#!/Obituary

Cody Dakota Haugen November 15, 1999 - February 14, 2024 Cody Dakota Haugen, 24, of Colo, Iowa, passed away February 14, 2024, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Cody was born November 15, 1999, in Ames, Iowa, the son of Paul and Tammy (Davis) Haugen. He graduated from Collins-Maxwell High School in 2018. Cody had worked as a framer for Hickory Custom Carpentry for several years, and recently as grounds keeper for TMC Transportation. Cody enjoyed tinkering with cars and building and fixing various things. He loved being with family, friends, and his cats. Cody is survived by his father: Paul Haugen of Decorah, Iowa; his mother: Tammy Haugen (Brad Becvar) of Colo, Iowa; three brothers: Nick Welch of Des Moines, Iowa, Lance Haugen of Colo, Iowa, Paul J. Haugen of Decorah, Iowa; and a sister: Kylene Haugen of Decorah, Iowa. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on 5:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday, March 1, 2024, at the Maxwell Area Community Center in Maxwell, Iowa. Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada, Iowa is handling arrangements. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.rasmussonfh.com. https://www.desmoinesregister.com/obituaries/piow0732392 https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Cody-Dakota-Haugen?obId=30802416#/obituaryInfo

Judith Ann "Judy" (Dahlman) Schaefer August 7, 1954 - February 1, 2024 (age 69) Judith Ann "Judy" Schaefer Obituary Judith Ann Schaefer, 69, passed away Thursday morning, February 1, 2024. The Lord called Judy home after an 8-year battle of decreasing health due to dementia. Judy was born August 7, 1954 in Dubuque, Iowa, the youngest of 5 children, to parents Homer and Luciel Dahlman. Judy grew up in Epworth, Iowa and graduated from West Dubuque High School. She was a talented dancer and enjoyed choreographing numerous routines for the high school cheerleading and pompom squads. Judy was already an accomplished musician, playing both the flute and the piano, but her greatest musical enjoyment was in singing and performing for others, which she continued to do for the next 40+ years. Being the youngest child, Judy was closest in age to her nieces and nephews and grew very close to them all. They all loved Aunt Judy; she was always such a warm and caring person and such a kid at heart. She would later tell stories of how much she had enjoyed spending time with Michael and Shelly, Missy and Jennie, and Kristopher. From high school she went to the University of Iowa for 3 years, majoring in Psychology and Social Work. She left school and worked numerous different service-type jobs, especially waitressing where she took pride in consistently being recognized for exceptional service to customers in several different businesses and she even owned her own successful business for 3 years, but she really wanted to pursue her true passions of working with little children and teaching music to them. Judy met her future husband, C. J., in Iowa City in the spring of 1984 when she bought him a beer at the bar where he was bartending as a side job while completing college. After C. J. graduated in December, 1984, they moved to Colo, Iowa to take a job C. J. was offered in nearby Newton, Iowa and Judy found a job waitressing in nearby Ames, Iowa. They came back to C. J.’s hometown of Bettendorf, Iowa to be married on November 30, 1985. Their first pregnancy resulted in twin sons, David and Jonathan, born very prematurely on February 26, 1986, who were sadly much too immature to survive. This only served to strengthen Judy’s desire to help little children; she was a very staunch defender of and advocate for children and small animals for the rest of her life. The couple were blessed with the arrival of a very healthy, 10lb 1oz, Nickolas James Schaefer, in April, 1987. Soon afterwards, Judy took a secretary’s job at the Methodist Church in Colo, where she could take baby Nick to work with her. Judy and C.J. worked regularly in their nursery and she especially liked singing solos and duets with her husband in church services there. They moved to Clinton, Iowa for another job in 1988 and in April, 1989, they were ecstatic to give birth to their second healthy boy, Daniel Lee Schaefer. In the summer of 1990 a job offer at Columbia House brought the family to Terre Haute. In July, 1992, they were blessed with their third happy, healthy baby, Elizabeth Luciel Schaefer (now O’Neal). Since 1990, Judy has been so involved with her own and other people’s children and with the church. Judy was very active, often having 3 or 4 part time jobs at the same time over the years while also volunteering in numerous programs and activities in support of children. She worked in and was then the Director of the Maryland Mom’s Day Out preschool and daycare program. She volunteered in the classrooms in Riley Elementary School for each our kids. She was in the local PTO and was President of it for a year. She worked in various pre-schools and was the Music Teacher at The Learning Tree preschool for many years, where she recorded many cassettes and DVDs which she used to teach little ones songs and dances to the music and even exposed them to classical music and taught them about classical composers and instruments she acquired for them. When we found our “home church” at Blackhawk Community Church Judy immediately joined the Church Choir and was a member of it fo

Eugene Carroll Colhoun, 86, of Nevada, passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Story County Senior Care in Nevada. Eugene Carroll Colhoun was born November 29, 1937, in Colo, Iowa, the son of John and Eloise (Jones) Colhoun at their home. He was the oldest of four children. He graduated from Colo High School and attended Iowa State University for a career in agriculture. He spent his life farming and trucking. Following graduation, he served in the United States Army. He married Betty Joan Groomes on August 29, 1958, in Colo. Gene’s greatest joy was spending time with his family. Eugene is survived by his wife Joan of 65 years, his son, Brian (Michelle) Colhoun of Nevada, IA ; his granddaughter, Savannah Kyle; his sister, Angie Thompson of Lincoln, NE and brother, Evron Colhoun of Dayton, OH; his sisters-in-law, Shirley Bauge and Linda Groomes, plus many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and three great-great-great nieces, many of whom were like grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Frances Jeansonne; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Kenneth Thompson, Ronald and Barbara Clatt, James and Donna Lee, Vernon Bauge, Karen Erickson, Jim and Alyce Wirth and Richard Groomes and his nephew, Mike Groomes. The funeral service will be 12 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home (1418 Fawcett Pkwy) in Nevada. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. A private burial will be at the Colo Cemetery in Colo. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed by going to www.rasmussonfh.com, clicking on Gene's photo, then Tribute Wall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Colo United Methodist Church and Story County Senior Care’s Activity Fund. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/eugene-colhoun-obituary?id=54268159 https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Eugene-Colhoun?obId=30576171#/obituaryInfo

Robert E. Deupree April 3, 1941–December 6, 2023 Robert “Bob” Edwin Deupree, 82, 0f Story City, formerly of Colo, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Bethany Manor in Story City, Iowa. Bob was born April 3, 1941, in Persia, Iowa, the son of Carl and Melinda (Hammond) Deupree. He graduated from Tri-Center High School. Bob was united in marriage to Marilyn Allen in 1961 at home in Persia, Iowa. Marilyn preceded Bob in death in 2013. Bob had been a meat cutter, grocery store owner, restaurant owner, delivered fuel oil, and was a farmer. He was a member of the Colo Methodist Church and had been a member of the Colo Fire and Rescue Department, the Colo Lions Club, and various bowling teams. Bob enjoyed fishing and baseball. In his boyhood, Bob bought stock in the Baltimore Orioles Baseball Team and enjoyed following Baltimore Orioles Baseball. Bob is survived by three daughters: Pamela (Merle) Wilson of Colo, Michelle (Coltin) Adams of Colo, Rebecca (David) Swanson of Colo; 7 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Dwain Deupree of Council Bluffs, Arlon Deupree of Council Bluffs; and 1 sister: Karleen Risner of Councill Bluffs. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marilyn; his son: Bryan Deupree; and a great-grandson: Tanner. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Wednesday, December 14th. at the Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home in Nevada, Iowa. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday at the Rasmusson-Ryan Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Colo Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Colo Fire and Rescue Department. https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Robert-E-Deupree?obId=30079727#/obituaryInfo https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/robert-deupree-obituary?id=53800727

Hugo August Armbrecht September 6, 1919 - October 16, 2023 On Monday, October 16, 2023, Hugo August Armbrecht passed into the waiting arms of his beloved Savior, at the age of 104. He was a resident of Windsor Manor, Nevada, Iowa. Hugo was born September 6, 1919, at State Center, Iowa, to William August and Elsie (Eggers) Armbrecht. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in rural State Center. He graduated from Clemons High School in 1936 and entered the U.S. Army in 1942. He served valiantly in the Pacific Theater, earning the Silver Star and was discharged in 1945. His Honor Flight trip in 2009 was a highlight of his life. Hugo married Muriel Garnet Wengert on August 5, 1945. Hugo and Muriel moved to Colo in 1946 and farmed with Muriel’s parents, Leon and Eleanor Wengert. Hugo was active in many organizations including serving as President of the Story County Farm Bureau, Colo Farmers Co-op Board, Colo Telephone Co. Board and New Albany Township Clerk for 45 years. He joined the Colo Lion’s Club in 1982. Hugo was a 72-year member of the American Legion. He was a life-long member of St. John Lutheran Church, taught Sunday School and served as a church officer. After retirement, he enjoyed numerous hobbies which included weaving rugs, making scrapbooks of local and world events, growing flowers and vegetables, and visiting friends and relatives. Hugo is survived by sons Dr. Paul (Marlene) Armbrecht, of Rockwell City, Iowa; Allan (Linda) Armbrecht, of Colo, Iowa; son-in-law Dar Norrington, of Fenton, MI; and daughter Jean (Larry) Rupp, of Berne, Indiana. Hugo had 13 grandchildren: Eric (Jenni) Armbrecht; Todd (Chelsea) Armbrecht; Amy (Bill) Sadera; Alyssa (Scott) Randall; Aaron (Sarah) Armbrecht; Megan (Jeff) Merseth; Adam Armbrecht; Tyler Armbrecht; Marc (Kathy) Norrington; Kelli (Marcus) Doan; David Rupp IV; Mary (Jeremy) Hall; Nathan (Kara) Rupp; and 31 great grandchildren. Surviving are one brother, Kenneth, as well as sisters-in-law, Edith Armbrecht and Margery Armbrecht. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 74 years, Muriel; four brothers: Joseph, Richard, Louis, Sherwood; one sister, Pauline and daughter, Joyce Norrington. There are also many acquaintances, friends and relatives that remember Hugo as a vigorous supporter of what was right and good through all times. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Lutheran Family Services or to the family for distribution. Hugo donated his earthly body to Des Moines University for medical science. Memorial services will take place on Tuesday, October 24 at 11:00 A.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church in State Center with a visitation beginning at 9:00 A.M. Mitchell Family Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.mitchellfh.com. Ph. 641-844-1234. — Lovingly written by the family https://www.timesrepublican.com/obituaries/2023/10/hugo-august-armbrecht-104/ https://www.mitchellfh.com/obituaries/Hugo-Armbrecht?obId=29570167#/obituaryInfo

Merie B. Wilkening September 7, 1925 - October 16, 2023 Merie Wilkening, of Colo, passed away on October 16, 2023, at Rolling Green Village in Nevada, Iowa. A private family graveside service will be held at the Colo Cemetery in Colo. Merie was born Sept 7, 1925, in Colo, Iowa to Sam and Mary (McIntosh) Banks. She graduated from Fernald High School in 1943 and then went on to Evangelical Deaconess Hospital in Marshalltown, Iowa where she graduated in 1946 with a nursing degree. On June 29, 1947, Merie was united in marriage to Merle Wilkening at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Fernald, Iowa. Merle built their first house in Marshalltown, Iowa and Merie worked at the hospital there. Eventually, they moved to Story County where they farmed and raised their family, Teresa, Dennis, Chris, and Stan. Merie worked hard her whole life and instilled a strong work ethic in her children. After moving to Colo in 1999, Merie enjoyed walking every day, camping, working in her yard, reading, watching sports on TV and spending winters in Texas where Merle and Merie did lots of square dancing. Merie is survived by her four children: Teresa (Doug) Hix, Dennis (Tonnee) Wilkening and Chris (Jodi) Wilkening of Nevada, and Stan Wilkening of Colo, eight grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. Merie was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Merle, her parents, her sister, Sally Tjelmeland, brother, Don Banks, and a granddaughter, Jennifer Witte. https://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Merie-B-Wilkening?obId=29570429#/obituaryInfo https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/merie-wilkening-obituary?id=53368540

Dagit, Rick Dean May 8, 1954-Sept. 14, 2023 COLO - The Rev. Rick Dean Dagit of Colo, formerly of Williams, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, in Colo, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Williams with burial in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends following services at the cemetery back at the church. The service will be livestreamed on the Story Marshall Catholic Church Cluster Facebook page. Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of the Surls Funeral Home in Williams. Rick was born on May 8, 1954, to Lowell and Colleen (Doyle) Dagit in Iowa Falls, Iowa. He was a graduate of Northeast Hamilton High School of Blairsburg, Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls - of which he was the valedictorian of his class - Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa, and Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Md. He was ordained into the priesthood on May 24, 1986, by Archbishop Daniel Kucera in Dubuque. Father Dagit celebrated his first mass on May 26, 1986, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Williams, Iowa. Father Dagit served in the parishes of St. Joseph Parish in Dubuque, Iowa; Holy Ghost Parish in Dubuque, Iowa; St. Mary Parish in Eldora, Iowa; St. Mary Parish in Ackley, Iowa; St. Joseph Parish in Raymond, Iowa; Immaculate Conception Parish, Gilbertville, Iowa; Sacred Heart Parish in St. Anthony, Iowa; St. Mary Parish in Colo, Iowa; Saint Peter and Paul Parish, in Gilbert, Iowa; St. Patrick Parish, in Nevada, Iowa; St. Joseph Parish, in State Center, Iowa; and St. Gabriel Parish, in Zearing, Iowa. Rick is survived by his mother, Colleen Dagit of Williams; brother, Randy Dagit of Williams; and brother, Rodney Dagit of Williams; aunt, Phyllis Olson; aunt, Eileen Dagit; uncle and aunt, Russell and Elsie Miller; several cousins; and all the members of his parishes he has served throughout the years he considered his family. Rick was preceded in death by his father, Lowell Dagit; grandparents: Raymond and Alma Dagit, Leslie and Lila Doyle; and several aunts and uncles. http://www.timescitizen.com/obituaries/dagit-rick-dean-may-8-1954-sept-14-2023/article_a57acc08-5ba1-11ee-8f69-5f304ada3e91.html

William Graeme Joor Jr of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas passed away on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023. He was born on January 14th, 1928, in Charles City, Iowa, the only son of William and Gladys Joor, and having two older sisters, Francis and Pat. He was very happily married to Lillian Mae Joor for 57 years, until her passing in 2010. Bill is survived by his sons, William Joor of Hot Springs Village, and James Joor with daughter-in-law Cynthia of McKinney, TX. He was a beloved grandfather to Cheryl, Will, Heather, Mark, and Jennifer, and great- grandfather to Will, Jonah, Luke, Jackson, Christian, Elias, Brecken, Lillian, and Theodore. His childhood was mainly spent in Maxwell, Iowa, where he enjoyed basketball, football, and especially baseball, as well as being active in the local high school. After high school, Bill enlisted in the Army, and was posted to Fort Knox. At the end of his service, he enrolled at the University of Iowa, where he met Lillian. While attending college, Bill was called up as a Reservist, and served a year as a Platoon Sergeant in a combat role in Korea. Upon completion of his military service, Bill returned to the University of Iowa, where he completed his studies, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. Bill had a successful career in insurance, working for Bankers Life of Des Moines, Iowa, and Bankers Life and Casualty in the Chicago area. Bill and Lillian retired to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas in 1986. Bill was an avid and skilled golfer, a member of the local MGA and active in the Lions Club. He and Lillian traveled a great deal, especially to Florida and Arizona. They thoroughly enjoyed the numerous visits from their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren at their home on Lake Cortez. Online condolences at www.caruth-hale.com. https://www.hsvvoice.com/stories/william-g-joor-jr,32866 Lillian Mae Joor January 17, 1932 - March 13, 2010 Lillian Mae Rosenow Joor, 78, of Hot Springs Village died March 13, 2010. She was born Jan. 17, 1932 in Earling, Iowa to the late Carl Rosenow & the late Edith Black Rosenow. Lillian graduated from the University of Iowa and taught school for several years before becoming a full-time homemaker and mother. She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and was of the Methodist Faith. Lillian was an avid reader, enjoyed playing bridge, and fishing; and had been a HSV resident for 24 years. A sister, Alma Benjamin, preceded Lillian in death. Survivors include her husband of 57 years, William Bill Joor of Hot Springs Village; two sons: William Joor & wife Sharon of Columbus, NE and James Joor & wife Cindy of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren: Will Joor, Jr., Heather Joor, Cheryl Joor Carr , Jennifer Joor and Mark Walraven; and two great-grandchildren: William Joor III and Jonah Joor. Visitation will be at Caruth Village Funeral Home on Thursday, March 18, 2010 from 6-8p.m. Interment will take place in Maxwell, Iowa at a later date. Guests may register at In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Lillians name to the American Parkinsons Disease Association or to the charity of your choice. https://www.caruth-hale.com/obituaries/Lillian-Mae-Joor?obId=711568#/obituaryInfo

Shawn Raymond Hagist, 53, of Grapevine, Texas, died on August 19, 2023 from a tragic accident at Lake Texoma, Oklahoma. Shawn was born on Dec. 4, 1969 in Nevada, Iowa to Gene and Pat Hagist. He attended school in Colo, Iowa and Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. Shawn graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1988. He then attended Indian Hills Community College and earned an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice. Shawn continued his education at the University of Iowa and earned his BA in Political Science and Government. Shawn's journey led him to a career in restaurant software solutions. He worked in Colorado and Maryland and settled in the Dallas, Texas area. Shawn loved RAGBRAI, his Hawkeyes, Cowboys, Mavericks, Rangers, Stars, NASCAR, golf, and especially his years with his daughter, Bronwyn, when she was playing softball. He was so proud of her! Shawn is survived by his wife, Christina, his daughter, Bronwyn, his stepdaughter, Isabella, his parents, Gene (Cathy) Hagist, Pat Hagist, two brothers, Mark Hagist (Andrea), Dan Hagist (Nicole Dickel), sister, Angie Ackles (Brad Ringold), brother-in-law, John Carr (Jena), nephews, nieces, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sandy Hagist Carr, and his grandparents. His body has been cremated. Visitation will be held at 4 p.m. on October 7, 2023 at the Parkside Activities Center (YMCA) in Wellman, Iowa, followed by a memorial service at 5 p.m. Please join us and wear your Hawkeye attire. https://www.southeastiowaunion.com/obituaries/shawn-hagist/

Lois Damman September 13, 1930 - June 21, 2023 Lois Marie Damman, 92, of Marshalltown, and longtime resident of Southridge Specialty Care, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at the Iowa River Hospice Home in Marshalltown. Memorial services for Lois will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi- St. Henry Catholic Church. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 25 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. with a rosary at 3:00 p.m. at the Mitchell Family Funeral Home in Marshalltown. Memorials may be directed to the family. For more information or to send a condolence, please visit www.mitchellfh.com or call 641-844-1234. Mitchell Family Funeral Home is caring for Lois and her family. Lois Marie Nowlan was born on September 13, 1930 to George and Josephine (Kutter) Nowlan at St. Thomas Hospital in Marshalltown. Lois lived on a farm east of Colo and attended country school through 7th grade. She was a member of the first kindergarten class in the Story County schools. Lois then attended Colo High School and Briar Cliff College in Sioux City. Lois went on to work at Mercy Hospital until her marriage. She was united in marriage to Glenn Damman on August 18, 1956 at St. Mary Church in Colo. They had met each other at the Forest Park Ballroom. Together, Lois and Glenn farmed south of Melbourne. She enjoyed raising chickens and ducks as a young girl. Lois loved to cook and collect cook books, was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan and enjoyed all things to do with chickens. Lois is survived by her son: Charlie Damman of Melbourne and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and other extended family members. She is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn; parents: George and Josephine and siblings: Barbara Freese and George Nowlan. https://www.mitchellfh.com/obituaries/Lois-Damman?obId=28244124#/obituaryInfo https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/lois-damman-obituary?id=52301746 https://www.timesrepublican.com/obituaries/2023/06/lois-marie-damman-92/

Raymond See Wednesday, July 20th, 1932 - Friday, June 2nd, 2023 Raymond R. See, 90, of Independence, IA passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Prairie Hills Assisted Living Center - Independence, IA. Raymond was born on July 20, 1932, in Iowa City, IA, the son of Homer C. and Olive J. (Carr) See. Raymond grew up on a farm in rural Colo, IA where he learned a lifelong lesson in work ethic. He was the third oldest of eight children and was always there to help take care of his siblings and the farm. After school and during summers, Raymond would work at a relative’s corn shelling business near Colo. In 1952, Raymond graduated from Colo High School and went in to join the US Army. He served during the Korean War with the 48th Field Artillery Battalion in the 7th Infantry Division. On January 27, 1955, he was honorably discharged from the Army as a Sergeant. He then returned to Iowa and settled in Des Moines, where he started working at a bakery. June 1, 1955, was a life-changing day for Raymond. He met Berdine H. Toomsen at the apartment building they were living in. He struck up a conversation with her and asked if she wanted to take a tour of Des Moines together since they were both new to town. They were married four short months later on October 7, 1955, in Ackley, IA. They made their home together in Ackley and started farming. They lived throughout Iowa seeking various farming opportunities., He raised cattle, operated a hog confinement, and grew nearly anything with a good patch of ground and some water. In 1971, Raymond and Berdine moved to Independence, IA, and purchased a mobile home park east of town. They operated the park together for thirty-one years. They closed the park in 2003. For a short time, Raymond worked various jobs before securing a position with John Deere in Waterloo, IA in 1972. He worked there for over 20 years until his retirement in 1993. Raymond is survived by his wife Berdine H. (Toomsen) See, Independence, IA, and three children: Rick R. See of Independence, IA, Randy R. See (Angela Buskohl) of Rowley, IA, and Brenda M. (Curt) Balvanz, of Cedar Falls, IA. Six grandchildren: Andrea (Aaron) Bruns, Ryan (Christina) See, Nathan (Kristi) See, Madison and Carter Balvanz, and six great-grandchildren, Abigail, Madalyn, Alexis, Noah, Jackson, and McKinzie. He is also survived by brothers Don See of Garland, TX, and Dave (Rose) See of Chandler, AZ, and sister Sue (Frank) Lamp of Grundy Center, IA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Olive See, a granddaughter, Amy Knutson, a sister-in-law, Shari See, three sisters, Gladys Rozelle, Francis Hagen, and Doris White, and a brother, Marion See. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the Reiff Family Center – Funeral Home & Crematory in Independence, IA with Rev. Bret Tasamar officiating. A visitation will be held an hour before the service on Saturday. A burial will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, just north of Ackley, IA, at 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 24, 2023., and a luncheon and time of fellowship will immediately follow at the St. John’s United Church of Christ in Ackley. https://www.reifffamilycenter.com/memorials/raymond-see/5215608/index.php https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bulletin-journal/name/raymond-see-obituary?id=52280091