Obituaries
Lila Schroeder
Dec 16, 2024
Lila Lee (Mohr) Schroeder was born on September 12, 1929, to parents Lillian (Dethlefs) and Henry Mohr. She grew up alongside her siblings: Marilyn Whited, Wade Mohr, Marjorie Whited, and Iva Hinze. Lila proudly called Manning her home throughout her life. She attended school in Manning and graduated with the Class of 1947. In 1948, she married Wayne Schroeder, and...
Virginia A. Struve
Dec 4, 2024
Virginia “Ginny” Anne Struve, daughter of Andrew Raymond and Elizabeth Eleanor (Tritz) Lafferty, was born on January 21, 1933, in Le Mars, Iowa. She began her education in Le Mars at a parochial school before the family relocated to Long Beach, California, where her father managed an A & P Grocery Store. However, with the onset of World War II...
Melvin Jackson
Nov 14, 2024
Melvin “Mel” Don Jackson was born on February 2, 1951, in Franklin, Nebraska, to Donald and Eula Jackson. He graduated with the Class of 1969 from Franklin High School. After graduation, Mel proudly enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country until his honorable discharge.
Upon returning home, Mel settled in Omaha, Nebraska, where he worked for Midcontinental Bottlers, filling...
Luceo Marie Nielsen
Oct 31, 2024
Luceo Marie Nielsen, born on January 11, 1927, to Jasper and Alma Hansen in Audubon, Iowa, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, at Salem Lutheran Home in Elk Horn, Iowa, at the age of 97.
A graduate of Audubon High School, Luceo married Clarence "Byron" Nielsen on September 10, 1947, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed by Luceo’s uncle,...
Sheila Theobald
Oct 27, 2024
Sheila Kathleen (Boyle) Theobald was born on November 14, 1931, to Thomas and Berniece (Brenner) Boyle in Morgan Township near Danbury, Iowa. Sheila was baptized and confirmed at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Danbury, and she remained a woman of deep faith throughout her life. She attended St. Patrick’s Academy, excelling in her studies, and followed her calling to care...
Larry Muhlbauer
Oct 21, 2024
Larry Anthony Muhlbauer, son of Charles “Chas” and Ann (Schrad) Muhlbauer, was born on September 16, 1943, in Halbur, Iowa. He was one of seven sons. Larry attended St. Augustine Grade School and graduated from Kuemper High School in 1961.
Larry was united in marriage with Carol Hansen on May 2, 1964. They raised three children on the farm near Manning.
Larry...
Mary Fickel
Oct 13, 2024
Mary Louise Fickel was born on September 21, 1937, to Detlef and Loena (Andrew) Bargenquast in rural Montgomery County near Essex, Iowa. Mary’s life was marked by an unwavering love for family and a nurturing spirit that touched all who knew her. She graduated from Irwin Kirkman Schools in 1955 and began her career as a telephone operator, later joining...
Millicent Wiese
Oct 7, 2024
Millicent Wiese, lovingly known as Mill, was born on August 4, 1925, the daughter of James and Alma (Spencer) Read in Logan, Iowa. She graduated in 1942 from Oelwein High School in Oelwein, Iowa. Millicent furthered her education and graduated from Upper Iowa University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 1946. Millicent taught at Manning High School for four...
Sue Mardesen
Oct 6, 2024
Lylia Ann Mardesen, more affectionately known as “Sue,” was born on January 4, 1939, the daughter of Lyle and Roma (Prior) Jensen in Avoca, Iowa. She joined two brothers and later welcomed two sisters and another brother into the family. Sue received her education at Avoca High School, graduating with the class of 1957.
On September 13, 1959, she married Darrell...
Janice Monson
Sep 28, 2024
Janice Faye Monson, age 86 of Manning, Iowa passed away peacefully at Accura HealthCare of Carroll on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Born February 20, 1938 in Carroll, Iowa, she was the daughter of Reynold and Henrietta (Stoffers) Hagge. She married Duane Monson on June 2, 1957 and together they had two sons: Brett and Bruce.
Growing up Janice loved spending time...
Ila May Robison
Sep 27, 2024
Ila May (Pierce) Robison was born October 26, 1918 to Perle Bryan and Velma Irene (Scott) Pierce in rural Coon Rapids in Guthrie County. She joined a brother, Ivan. Another brother, Nyal, came a couple years later. A sister, Hazel, died in infancy.
Ila loved to talk about growing up on the farm and all the adventures she and her brothers...
Lynn Sporrer
Sep 22, 2024
Lynn Charles Sporrer was born on May 6, 1959, the son of Lawrence and Mildred (Eich) Sporrer in Carroll, Iowa. He was the sixth of eight children and grew up on a farm one mile east of Manning. Lynn was baptized and later confirmed his faith at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manning. He attended Manning public schools and received...
James "Jim" D. Popp
Sep 17, 2024
James "Jim" D. Popp was born on December 30, 1960 in Denison, IA. Growing up, Jim enjoyed following his father around during chores and watching milk cows. In the early 1970s, the family relocated to Ute, IA, where Jim found joy in visiting with neighbors during their walks, fostering connections that illustrated his warm and approachable nature.
In 1999,...
Lenore Frederiksen
Sep 4, 2024
Lenore Nadene Frederiksen was born on June 10, 1930, the daughter of Adolph and Edna (Madsen) Lange, at her parents’ home in Oakfield Township, Audubon County. She was baptized and later confirmed her faith at Elk Horn Lutheran Church, of which she remained a lifelong member. She attended Clay No. 4 rural school and Elk Horn High School, graduating in...
Arthur "Art" E. Joens
Sep 3, 2024
Arthur "Art" E. Joens, son of John H. and Adelia M. (Nehls) Joens, was born May 11,1925 in Manilla, Iowa and graduated from Manilla High School in 1943. Art missed his high school graduation ceremony to enlist in the U.S. Navy and proudly served during World War II earning an honorable discharge in 1946. He then pursued further education at...
Linda Saunders Deiber
Sep 3, 2024
Linda Kathleen (Saunders) Deiber was born February 8, 1948 in Manning, Iowa to Frederick W. and Jessie B. (Webster) Saunders. She graduated from Manilla High School with the Class of 1966.
On October 8, 1967, Linda was united in marriage to Alan Deiber at the Methodist Church in Manilla, where they began their journey together. Their union brought forth two sons,...
Dana L. Genzen
Sep 2, 2024
Dana Lynn Genzen, son of Daryl and Diane (Dalgety) Genzen, was born on December 23, 1961 at St. Anthony Regional Hospital in Carroll, Iowa. Dana was baptized and confirmed into the lutheran faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Manning.
A dedicated individual with a diverse career, Dana first completed his education at Manning High School, graduating in 1980. His journey then...
Julie Ann 'Beebe'
Aug 22, 2024
Julie Ann (Nelsen) Colebank was born August 7, 1956 in Audubon, Iowa, to Beverly (Larsen) Fancher and Arnold Nelsen. She was the oldest of seven children and grew up enjoying an idyllic small-town childhood in Audubon. She graduated from Audubon High School in 1974.
Julie ‘Beebe’ will always be remembered by her family and friends as an extremely hard worker who...
Lavina "Diane" Mae Clipperton
Aug 10, 2024
Lavina “Diane” Mae Clipperton, the daughter of Ralph and Theo (Orin) Imler, was born on May 31, 1926 in Jefferson, Iowa. She came from a very large family, growing up with four brothers and seven sisters. Diane’s early years were marked by her strong work ethic and nurturing spirit. She received her education at the Jefferson Community School up to...
Eugene "Gene" John Venner
Aug 4, 2024
Eugene “Gene” John Venner, son of Tony and Dorothy (Zurn) Venner, was born September 11, 1951 at St. Anthony Hospital, Carroll, Iowa. He was baptized in Maple River and later confirmed his faith at Sacred Heart Church in Manning. He grew up on a farm Northwest of Manning.
Gene's passion for farming was evident from a young age. After graduating from...
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