Fall 2024 Obituaries

Obituaries

1942

Lucile Hamrin Boedy, 103, of South Burlington, Vermont. Lucile was born April 2, 1920, in Waterloo, Iowa, to Richard and Helen (Smith) Hamrin, during the final year of Woodrow Wilson’s presidency. When she was two, they moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where Lucile spent the next 50 years. She graduated from Coe College in 1942 and walked to class daily, wondering what it would be like to live in a dorm they could ill-afford. She found like-funded friends while eating sack lunches in the library basement and endured their teasing of her lettuce-protruding sandwiches; nonetheless, they remained lifelong friends. She majored in sociology, but it was music that remained her lifelong major, and she became a professional accompanist, played church organ and offered private lessons. A beautiful woman, Lucile was an off-campus candidate for homecoming queen and had many suitors. As one left having brought ice cream, he passed another with more. “We’ll have to get an electric icebox if this keeps up,” her father marveled. Lucile met husband Elmer during an MYF event at church. Dating others soon fell away to only Elmer, until WWII separated them. They married in 1945, with a nervous groom finishing the reception holding only tea. They moved to Ames, Iowa for four years and then settled in Cedar Rapids for the next 23 years. She and her husband raised and loved three sons. She is survived by her sons and their spouses: David, (Susan), (Valerie), of Burlington, Vermont, Randy (Sharon), of Somerset, Kentucky, Richard (Kathy), of Gulf Shores, Alabama.; her granddaughter, Jennifer, and great-granddaughter, Sarah, of Irvine, California.
Lucile introduced her sons to family camping, hiking and fishing, which they continue to this day. They introduced her to scouting, large bull snakes in her car’s trunk, the challenge of training raccoons and the pleasure of juggling piano lessons with homemade meal preparation. When the space industry compressed, the family moved to Lyndhurst, Ohio. The couple retired and traveled extensively throughout the world, with friends and church and Elderhostel programs. After Elmer's passing, Lucile provided a warm, welcoming place to stay for guests with hospitalized family members through Hospitality Homes. Her guests provided Lucile with wonderful stories of life back home, in both this country and from others. Several maintain contact to this day. She remained active in her local church; leading a faith-filled life was important to Lucile. In 2008, at the urging of her sons, she sold her home of 39 years. She packed her trunk with canned food too precious to throw out, insisted on driving herself through a Cleveland snowstorm for the first hour in her Buick — now sporting a customized, lowered rear hot-rod look — and headed to Vermont. She loved her new apartment at Harborview in South Burlington, Vermont, and appreciated the other vibrant women and men who accepted support while maintaining their independence. Special thanks must be made of her relationship with Fran Sheridan. Together, they gave each other love and joy neither had thought possible after losing their spouses. Lucile transferred her P.E.O. membership to Chapter C and joined other women in celebrating, educating and motivating the lives of women worldwide. Even as memory loss nibbled at Lucile’s freedom, she maintained her graciousness, curiosity and cheerfulness with those around her. Her family is grateful for the care and stimulation she received in her last three years from the memory unit staff of Gardenview at the Converse Home.

1947

Renee Cardell Cook 98, of Arlington Heights, Illinois passed on July 15. She was born to Dr. Ernest Cardell and Ruth Ryberg on August 5, 1925, in Kenosha, WI. Renee was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 74 years, Dick; her beloved sister, June; and infant son, Thomas. Renee grew up in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and graduated from Coe College in 1947, where she met Richard “Dick” Cook ’48. They were married on December 27, 1947, and settled in Elgin, Illinois. As the family grew they moved to Arlington Heights. While Renee was raising a family she was a member of the AAUW, was a Girl Scout Leader, and a member of many groups at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. She taught kindergarten at Dryden School from 1970 to 1985. After retirement, she attended the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Clown College and graduated as "Pockets." Dick and Renee traveled to the UK and other European countries 19 times. In her later years, Renee was a member of Questors, the Hopple Popple Chapter, and believed in supporting the preservation of history. She loved classical music, the opera on Saturday afternoons, musicals and reading books. And she especially loved her husband, Richard, her children, grandchildren and great-grands. Renee is survived by her children, Dr. Martha C Schneerman, Timothy Cook (Mary), Mary Mulligan (James); her grandchildren, Jenny Schweigert (Jeff), Chris Schneerman, Heather Roberts, Brie Larson (John), Taryn Taylor (Shane), Sami Geier (Gavin), Tim Mulligan (Krista), Molly Brown (Mike); and her great-grands, Lane, Clayton and Wyatt Schweigert, Tim and Harper Larson, Brooke, Audrey and Charlotte Mulligan, Abby and Ben Brown, Mary Jo and Jack Taylor and baby Geier.

1952

Margret “Maggie” Ainslie Fielding, 94, of North Canton, Ohio on May 9. She was born April 22, 1930, in Webster City, Iowa, to Carl V. and Theresa M. A many year resident of Sleepy Hollow, IL, Elgin, IL, and more recently North Canton, Ohio. She graduated from Coe College and went on to become a TWA hostess in the early 1950's. Maggie met the love of her life John "Jack" Fielding in Chicago, Illinois, where they married in 1952. She focused her efforts on being the best homemaker she could be and raising their children. Maggie fiercely advocated for her daughter, Gerianne until Geri passed last fall. Maggie spent many years as a substitute teacher and meal on wheels volunteer. She was a staunch Roman Catholic and a Eucharist minister to the sick and infirm; and sang in the church choir. Her faith enabled her to persevere through the hardships in her life. She was an avid card player spending decades playing bridge, pinochle and euchre with her friends. She loved to go to the opera and symphonies and the arts in general. She loved dogs of any kind, taking walks, "Da Bears" and Northwestern football. After moving to North Canton, she began to appreciate the Cleveland Browns as well. Maggie traveled extensively, often disappearing into a foreign country with little notice. Although diminutive in stature, her quiet strength and determination carried her through her life with class, dignity and grace. Maggie finished her life as matriarch to the Fielding, LeClair, Diamond, Costin and Ainslie families. She was the last of her generation in the family. Maggie was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; son, Tom; and daughters, Theresa and Gerianne. She is survived by her sons, John (Kathy) of North Canton, Ohio, David (Jennifer) of Jupiter, Florida; daughter-in-law, Joni of Lakewood Ranch, Florida; grandchildren, Chris, Nikki, Kevin, Colleen, Katie, Johnny, Kiera, Ryan, Shaeleigh and Finn; along with 13 great-grandchildren.

1953

Curtis Yarwood, 93, of Colorado Springs, Colorado on July 1. He was born on April 28, 1931 in Ridgeway Iowa and raised in Decorah. He served 22 years in the US Air Force, retiring as a Lt Col. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Phyllis, his son, Hal (Susan), daughter Kristen Uebelhoer (Manfred), granddaughters Kirsten (Michael Dwyer), and Alyson and great-grandson Grayson.

1954

Richard “Dick” Forrest, 91, of Lake Tomahawk, Wisconsin on July 9. He was the beloved husband of the late Joyce Forrest. Beloved father of Gail Forrest, Stephen Forrest and Brian Forrest. Adored grandfather of Matt (Katie) Forrest, Liz Forrest (Matt Becker), Shane (Jennifer Forrest) and Justin (Maeve) Forrest. Great-grandfather of Parker and Jordan Forrest, Clara/Nora Forrest and Louis Becker; and more than a few furry loved ones. Son of the late William and Ruth Forrest. Brother of Nancy Gough and the late William Sprague. Richard (Dick) Forrest passed away peacefully “from plain ole old age”— as he would say — a week shy of his 92nd birthday. He was a true renaissance man beloved by his family, who had a fascinating life with many interests fueled by his numerous talents. Dick grew up in Elmhurst, Illinois where he delighted in being a prankster, and after graduating from Coe College took that sense of adventure to the USAF where he flew T-33 fighters out of Texas. He was always proud of his service to our country. After a stint there he followed in his father’s footsteps into advertising, working for two decades for Leo Burnett where he was a “creative” who was integral in teaming with others to create icons like the Keebler elves, upgrading the image of the Green Giant and many others. He regaled us with stories of how he brainstormed the Pillsbury Doughboy on a cocktail napkin during a martini-fueled lunch. It was one of his proudest moments. Mid-career he decided to become an entrepreneur, retired from advertising and bought a True Value lumberyard in his beloved Wisconsin Northwoods (Lake Tomahawk). He was a tough task master and a hard worker who instantly made the business a success, and it is still in existence over five decades later: a phenomenal track record for a family run retail operation. Much of the credit for this great story goes to his awesome sons Steve and Brian, to whom he passed the businesses and to this day are respected businessmen in their own right. Upon retirement Dick turned himself into a very talented, prolific and happy painter (Bob Ross would be proud). His home has hundreds of his works which attest to this extraordinary ability and to his continued dedication to perfecting a craft. In addition to his many accomplishments Dick was known for his direct, “no BS” approach, his smarts, and his sense of humor (ok, lots of bad jokes); and he never lost a fight to the pizza guy. While always appearing to be the tough guy, visible to no one else he would write checks — every month — to dozens of charities he cared about.

1956

Laverne “Vern” Knock, 90, of Terre Haute, Indiana on July 20. Born February 20th, 1934 in Millersburg, Iowa, Vern was the first son of Clarence and Opal Knock. Vern grew up on a farm in Iowa, then followed his love for aviation in the Air Force where he earned his pilot’s license. He attended Coe College prior to serving in the Air Force then after military service earned his master’s degree from the University of Utah. His other passion was educating and early in his career he taught biology to secondary students. After moving to Denver, Colorado, he continued teaching and became a writer and editor of Aviation Materials for Jeppesen Sanderson. Ultimately, he combined both his passions and taught Aviation Technology at the University of North Dakota for several years before moving to Terre Haute. He spent the remainder of his working career teaching Aerospace Technology at Indiana State University. He was instrumental in developing their flight teams and worked many extra hours in the flight simulator to ensure the success of his students. Even after retiring, he continued to work with students in the flight simulator and flew for the Civil Air Patrol to continue to feed his love for aviation and serve his community. His legacy of students includes many pilots across the US. Vern was an active member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church with his wife of 60 years, Sharylin Knock. He served as an assistant pastor, youth teacher and together they sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. Sharylin preceded him in death in December of 2023. Vern is survived by his two sons Kevin and Larry Knock and their families.

1957

Betty Howe Hass, 93, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on June 3. Betty passed away at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House. Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre in Cedar Rapids.

Marilyn Rech, 89, of Marion, Iowa on July 25. She was born on February 5, 1935, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Walter and Lillian (Shaffer) Rech. She graduated from Marion High School and attended Coe College and Hamilton College. Marilyn worked as a teacher at Shellsburg and Benton Community Schools. She retired from Telecom. Marilyn directed a children's choir at First United Methodist Church in Marion for a time. She enjoyed teaching private piano lessons for over 50 years. Marilyn was a member of Marion Methodist Church and Order of the Eastern Star. Left to cherish her memory is her friend Glenn. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Beverly “Bev” Wolfe Schmitt, 88, of Fort Collins, Colorado on April 16. Bev was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on May 9, 1935. She married Richard “Dick” Schmitt in 1961 and had two children, Teresa and Rick. Bev was widowed in 1976. Bev married Bob Bacon in 2003 and shared his work in politics and love of travel. Bev was an exemplary history and political science teacher at Fort Collins High School from 1972 to 1995. She was recognized for her teaching achievement as Runner-Up for Colorado Teacher of the Year in 1995. Throughout her life, she modeled the best of a dedicated citizen, inspiring those around her to fight for a just and better world. She is survived by her children Teresa Schmitt Pierce (Sam) of Falmouth, ME, and Rick Schmitt, (Jennie) of Frankfort, Michigan and her grandchildren, Meg Pierce, Spencer Pierce, Bennett Schmitt and Cecelia Schmitt. She is also survived by her husband, Bob Bacon, his daughter, Beth Bacon (Jason Freihage) of Washington, D.C., and children, Ella and Caleb Freihage and her brother Jim Wolfe (KJ) of Bend, Oregon.

1959

John Helming, 87, of Fort Myers, Florida on March 26. He was born July 20, 1937 in Iowa City, Iowa to Katherine Getty Helming and Paul Getty. He was raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and graduated from Franklin High School in 1955 and Coe College in 1959. He worked diligently for Iowa Securities which became Norwest Mortgage and then Wells Fargo, until his retirement in 1993. John married Sharon B. Helming in 1962 and enjoyed 48 years of marriage. He enjoyed a good cup of coffee, good company and a good laugh. On sunny days John enjoyed golfing and if he had good cards, he enjoyed playing bridge. With his wife, he traveled to Europe and made friends and memories to return with. He was fluent in German and had a repertoire of quips from French and Spanish. He enjoyed music, history and theater. After retirement he crafted an elaborate model train board, which he donated to the German American Center and it has been exhibited for the public, though his grandchildren were the first to enjoy it. He was a beloved father, grandfather and friend to those who knew him well. He joins his parents, his sister, Janet Thorin, his wife Sharon and his son Eric Helming in peaceful rest, remembered by the many who loved them. Those celebrating his life are his daughter, Alison Helming Loescher, granddaughter, Amelia Loescher (of Bettendorf, Iowa), Jodi Helming, and grandsons Logan and Payson Helming (of East Meadow, New York).

Barbara Beals Knappenberger, 87, of McAllen, Texas on July 22. She survived breast cancer, insulin dependent diabetes and a major stroke resulting in a five-year journey of care during which she was constantly cheerful, endearing to all she encountered. Barbara Louise Beals was born on March 18, 1937, in Rockford, Illinois, to Elizabeth Dobson and Jacob Lloyd Beals. Her childhood and school years were golden. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Coe. She was president of her sorority, Chi Omega, and selected by renowned comedian and actor, Steve Allen, as the 1958 Coe College Acorn Yearbook Beauty. In 1959, Barb married her first husband, Gary Bixby ’59, with whom she had a son, Bart. After divorce, she married Richard Knappenberger and had a daughter, Ann. As a military family, the Knappenbergers moved across the USA and to Germany, making lifelong friends in each new home. Raised a Methodist by her beloved grandmother, she spent her adult life attending military chapels at Moody AFB in Georgia, Bitburg AFB in Germany, Barksdale AFB in Louisiana, and Offutt AFB in Nebraska; eventually finding her way to St. James Methodist Church in Bellevue, Nebraska. In her later years, Barb resettled in McAllen, next door to her daughter and was much loved by the dear ladies of McAllen's First Presbyterian Church. One of the greatest gifts Barb ever gave was that of forgiveness. She refused to press charges against the teenager who caused the death of her 12-year-old son, Barton Lloyd Bixby, in a tragic Colorado dude ranch incident in July 1974. His death forever changed her family's life and, while her grief was never far away, she lived afterward a life that never said "no" to any opportunity that came her way. Barb worked in her earlier years as a medical technologist and later in life as a picture framer in an arts and craft center. She always had creative projects planned and completed numerous, impressive stained-glass pieces. She loved doing crossword puzzles and sitting on her screened-in porch especially during a thunderstorm. Barb was also the consummate volunteer and inspired that passion in her daughter. She had a great love for primates and apes, being a docent at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, for over 25 years. She was selected to assist in the zoo's primate nursery and be a "Gorilla Grandma;" she cared for the newborn apes and helped them bond with their mothers. She was a longtime member of the Combs & Combs Book Club as well as a member of the P.E.O. sisterhood. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard; her son, Bart; and a treasured zoo gorilla named Baina. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Nicki and Wes Rutt of Bellevue, Colorado; her daughter and favorite son-in-law, Ann and David Rowland of McAllen; her granddaughter, Tabitha Rowland of Corvallis, Oregon; and her ever treasured gorillas, Bambio and Hadari; orangutans, Amoi and W'gasa; as well as Leroy Jethro Gibbs of NCIS, her favorite TV series.

1960

James “Jim” Driscoll, 90, of Harpers Ferry, Iowa on May 4. James was born in the family home in Williamsburg, Iowa, on February 12, 1934. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1952, where he lettered in football, basketball, track and baseball. He also participated in band and choir. Jim enlisted in the US Army in 1953, and served in Japan and Korea until 1955. After the service, Jim enrolled at Coe College. In 1956, his cousin Kathy Morgan Dawson ’56, arranged a blind date with Sallie Tiller; they married at St. Matthews Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids on February 1, 1958. Jim graduated from Coe in 1960 with a degree in political science and was an admissions recruiter for the college for five years. In 1965, he went to work as a special agent for Prudential Life Insurance Co., retiring in 1989. In the 1950s, Jim came to Harpers Ferry to duck hunt, and falling in love with the area, brought his family to fish and camp in the Yellow River Forest and the Wisconsin side of the Mississippi River. For 25 years, Jim and Sallie had a trailer at Lund’s Camp, south of Harpers, and ultimately purchased land in rural Harpers, where they built their retirement home in 2003. Jim was a people person and loved spending time with friends and family. He was known for his honesty, old school good manners and great sense of humor — attributes he maintained until the very end. He liked good wine, good food and good company. He loved folk and classical music and played the piano, trombone, guitar and banjo. Jim was a member of St. Ann-St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, American Legion Scenic Post 722 and Harpers Ferry Boosters. Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Sallie (Tiller); his daughter Julie (Tom) Libertini; his son J. Jeffrey (Kay) Driscoll; two granddaughters: Kelsey (Rob) Colby and Madison Driscoll; two brothers: Mike (Maureen) Driscoll and Nick (Melinda) Driscoll; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jim was predeceased by his parents James C. and Dorothy (Morgan) Driscoll.

George Dye, 90, of Woodbury, Minnesota on July 15. George was born in Reinbeck, Iowa on January 1, 1934 to Charles and Alice Dye. After high school in Cedar Rapids, George joined the Air Force. George was stationed in Korea as a Radio Operator. He also played on the Air Force basketball team. George was awarded the Korean Service Medal. In 2018 George was thrilled to join other veterans on the Minnesota Honor Flight to Washington D.C. George attended the University of Iowa and Coe College. While at Coe College he met Kay Sturgeon ’61. They were married in 1960 and just celebrated their 64th anniversary. George worked in the insurance business for over 37 years. George was a gentleman. He was courteous and honorable. George was larger than life with a smile and always had a story to tell. Golf was his game. George was a member of Masonic Lodge #54 Cheyenne, Wyoming as well as the Wyoming Consistory. George was also a member of the Tebala Shrine, Rockford, Illinois. George's greatest pride and joy were his granddaughters Georgie and Addie. George is preceded in death by his brothers, Charles and Richard. George is survived by his wife Kay and daughter Demi (Todd Abrahamson), granddaughters Georganne and Addison Abrahamson, as well as his sister, Vicki Di Paolo.

1961

Leone Rummens MacLean, age 85, of Annandale, Minnesota on April 28. Leone Shirley Rummens was born at the family farm in Hardy, Iowa to Elwood and Alice (Luchsinger) Rummens on April 10, 1939. In high school, she was active in 4H, participating in sewing and cooking activities. She won many contests, traveling to White Sands, Michigan at one time. She graduated from Twin Rivers High School in Bode, Iowa with the Class of 1957. She continued her education at Coe College, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. She later earned her Masters of Education from St. Cloud State University. Leone married David MacLean on April 8, 1961, in Livermore, Iowa at the Presbyterian Church where they originally met. She began her education career as an elementary teacher in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. She later was an elementary teacher, reading coordinator, and assistant principal in the Orono, Minnesota school district. She retired from Orono. After retirement, Leone and her husband were able to travel extensively, often in the company of her brother and sister-in-law, Burl and Donna Rummens. The two couples spent a lot of time in Port Aransas, Texas and Gulf Shores, Alabama. Leone and David also traveled in Pennsylvania and other eastern states, especially loving their time at family reunions. They had one marathon trip that took them to Oregon, California, Arizona, and Utah. The travel loving couple visited all 48 contiguous states. They began their family while living in their mobile home in Hilltop, Minnesota. There they made a lifetime friendship with Bill and Duffy Sauer and Bob and Hazel Olson and their children. Next, the MacLean family could be found at their farm near Watertown, Minnesota, followed by homes in Plymouth and Minneapolis before moving to Annandale, Minnesota. Leone was a nurturing and supportive figure within her family, always finding a harmonious balance between her work commitments and her unwavering love and care for her loved ones. She took great pride in fostering her children's passion for the fine arts, encouraging them to explore and excel in creative pursuits. Leone is survived by her husband of 63 years, David; children, Daryl (Andrea) MacLean of Delano and Gretchen (Kirk) Langbehn of South Haven; grandchildren, Ross (Katy) MacLean, Elena MacLean, John Langbehn, Alicia Langbehn, Shirley Langbehn and Ian Langbehn; brother, Bobby Rummens of Cascade, Iowa; sister-in-law, Donna Rummens of Moorhead; and other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elwood and Alice Rummens; parents-in-law, Gordon and Florence MacLean; siblings, Elaine Pizner and Burl Rummens; and sister-in-law, Nancy Rummens.

Melville “Mel” Moses, Jr., 84, of Sarasota, Florida on May 14. He was born on July 26, 1939, in Chicago to Maxine and Melville Moses Sr. He was raised in the Rogers Park area of Chicago and graduated from Senn High School. He received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Coe College, where he played baseball and met his wife, Janet. They were married in December 1961. Mel went to work in the family housewares business & settled in Chicago. After his father died suddenly the business was dissolved and he went to work for Standard International and moved the family to Frederick, MD. Eventually, in 1971 his skills in the housewares industry landed him a job with G & S Metal Products in Cleveland where he retired in 2003 after 30-plus years with the company. Mel was a board member of Temple Emanu El in Orange and received the Emanu-Lite of the Year Award for his volunteer work in social action. He is credited with establishing the annual food drive and fostering partnerships with African American churches. He organized many political forums and established the Martin Luther King Jr. Award for local high school students. He served on The Jewish Education Center and the Jewish Federation Community Relations Committee in Cleveland. Mel had a passion for baseball and, after retiring with Janet to Sarasota, attended spring training and minor league games as often as possible. He always remained a devoted Chicago Cubs fan. As a volunteer he worked with inner-city teenagers to improve their baseball skills so they could receive scholarships to college. He loved living in Florida, but always looked forward to family and friends visiting in the winter. His hobbies were sports, movies, theater, duplicate bridge, golf, flea markets and his grandchildren. Mel is survived by his wife Janet Moses; children Ellen (Steve) Rosenblum of Chicago and Michael (Marci) Moses of Cleveland / Fort Lauderdale; grandchildren Mark and Sidney Rosenblum, Kelsi (Alec) Nyman, Zachary Moses and Tyler Moses; sister Marlee (Jerome) Gorchow of Chicago; sister-in-law Dorann (George) Gerstman of New York City; and many nieces, nephews and friends who were like family.

1962

Dennis Erickson, 84, of Mesa, Arizona on March 3.

Joyce Lamparek Anderson, 84, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on June 18. She joined her beloved husband John on their 63-wedding anniversary. Joyce was born on November 13, 1939, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Emil and Evelyn (Petrak) Lamparek. She graduated from Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School, class of 1958, and later earned a degree from Coe College. Joyce was united in marriage to John T. Anderson ’61 on June 18, 1961, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. Joyce was an avid gardener and volunteer. She spent 48 years volunteering at Prairie View Elementary helping kids learn to read and use computers. She also made annual donations to the Prairie View library so kids could purchase books to read. She was involved in 4-H since her youth when she joined the College Chickadees and then became their leader for 43 years. She was inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame in 2018. In the summer, Joyce spent most of her day planting flowers on the berm behind her house on Edgewood Road. After the Derecho, many people benefited from her generosity as they harvested bulbs and plants from her gardens. The family is glad her flowers can make so many people happy. She was also very proud of her lifelong contributions to the Czech Museum and the joy they give people. Joyce touched many lives with her generosity and her wealth of knowledge on plants, gardening and antiques. Joyce is survived by her daughter Heidi Hadley of Ames; her son John (Marie Strilich) Anderson of Swisher; three grandchildren Jordan Vargason, Haleigh Hadley and John T. Anderson V; step-grandchild Josh Vargason and his daughters Mariah and Nora Vargason; her sister Judith Lanum of Roanoke, Virginia; brother-in-law Jim (Jan) Anderson of Shueyville; brother-in-law Niles (Linda) Gardemann of Cedar Rapids; as well as her nieces and nephews. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 56 years, John T. Anderson Jr., her brother-in-law John H. Lanum, sister-in-law Diane Gardemann and son-in-law Todd Hadley.

1963

Susanne Myres, 89, of Palo, Iowa on May 11.

Craig Ross, 83, of Waukee, Iowa on May 21. Craig was the son of Clifton (Bing) Ross and Alice (Johnson) Ross and grew up in Winterset, Iowa where he graduated from high school. Craig graduated from Coe College, where he was a member of the ROTC and Lambda Chi fraternity. Craig married Sharon See of Peru, Iowa, and three children followed: Natalie, Andy and Jennifer. Craig was known for his infectious smile, and he never met a stranger. He worked for IAC Group and traveled the state of Iowa for 30 years selling insurance to banks. He knew every highway, backroad and shortcut. He knew where to find the best small town cafes, cinnamon rolls, pizza places and hotels, and his kids were often the subjects of his road map lectures. He was an avid fan of The Chicago Cubs, Green Bay Packers, Iowa State Cyclones, and he loved to golf. Craig later married Cherilyn Anderson. Together they loved to travel and entertain. You were always welcomed into their home with cheese and crackers, fresh cheese curds and his famous peach daiquiris. Craig loved spending time with his children and grandchildren and will be dearly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Linda Rhoads, and wife Cherilyn. Craig is survived by his children Natalie (Paul) Walker, Andy (Angie) Ross and Jennifer (Scott) Murphy. His grandchildren: Justin, Ashley, Jordan, Brandan, Elli, Rylyn, Charlie, four great-grandchildren and one more on the way.

David Roupe, 86, of Crestline, California on June 26. He was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to parents Arnold and Florence Roupe, who preceded him in death, as did his three siblings, Roland Roupe, Marvin Roupe and Dorothy Harlan. David’s intellect and sense of adventure were nurtured in his study at Coe College, where he was active in the ROTC. Upon graduation he joined the Air Force and flew the F4C fighter jet. After leaving the Air Force, he became interested in the burgeoning data processing and computer industry. He worked initially for the National Cash Register. He then worked for the city of San Bernardino in the Data Processing Department. As an independent contractor for computer systems analysis and programming he created a very innovative utility billing system for San Juan, Puerto Rico. That led to a contract with the city of Colton to design, develop, program and manage utility billing and payroll systems, none of which were available commercially at that time. Following that he tailored the programs he had written for the cities of Azusa and Vernon. Upon semi-retirement he continued to do systems analysis, programming, and building and repairing computers. David was a beloved father. He was always interested, involved and supportive. David and his family have lived in the San Bernardino mountains for over 50 years where they enjoyed many close friends and change of seasons. They were fortunate to live in a congenial neighborhood with friends whose children were of similar ages, who remain friends to this day. He was a skilled woodworker, silversmith and metal sculptor. He approached home remodeling projects with glee and energy. He loved flying his Mooney airplane, taking family on trips in the west. He enjoyed camping in National Parks and State Parks with his family and friends. Big Sur was his favorite destination and will remain a source of the family’s fond memories. David was a staunch believer in Democracy and those who would uphold it. He kept himself informed and enjoyed a good debate, but would not suffer fools lightly. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, his daughter Rebecca and husband Darryl, in Devore California, and their daughters Elizabeth and Jasmine. Also, by his son Scott and partner Kari Vom Steeg of Running Springs, and by sister-in-law, Maggie Shelton and husband George Lightburn of Palm Springs. Additionally, he leaves behind twelve beloved nieces and nephews.

Margaret “Jane” Slaughter, 82, of Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 4. Jane Slaughter was a celebrated founding mother of the international and interdisciplinary field of Women's and Gender Studies, a scholar of women in the Italian Resistance, and a longtime pillar of the Department of History and academic leader of the University of New Mexico. Known as Jane by friends and family, she was born at the Moravian missionary hospital in the city of Bilwaskarma, Nicaragua to Winifred Mildred Whaley Slaughter and Thomas Nolan Slaughter. Jane's father, a 1923 graduate of the Colorado School of Mines, worked as the mining engineer for the La Luz gold mine near Siuna, Nicaragua. As a child Jane wore glasses and had flowing white-blond hair. Jane spent her formative years with her brother, Charles David Slaughter, and parents at the La Luz company town where she was home-schooled by her mother. Jane loved animals, and had a cat named Boots and a monkey named Jojo. Jane learned to ride at an early age and had a horse of her own named Whitey. Riding in the nearby jungle with her brother and friends started her life-long love of horses. To advance her education, Jane moved to San Manuel, Arizona as a teenager and lived with her mother's sister Ruth and her husband Francis Findlay. During high school Jane became a member of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls. After graduating from high school, Jane attended Coe College, as was the tradition for many of the Whaley women in her mother's generation. Jane earned her master's and Ph.D. in history from the University of New Mexico, specializing in modern European history. After teaching for several years at Nassau Community College in New York and the University of Utah, she returned to her alma mater as an Assistant Professor of History in 1975. She taught core courses including western civilization, historiography and graduate research methods, as well as developing a full array of courses on women and gender. Over her career, hundreds of students praised her as a visionary and compassionate teacher and mentor and tireless champion of their interests. Her graduate students have gone on to illustrious careers in and outside academia, many maintaining close ties. She won teaching awards including the Burlington Northern Outstanding Teaching Award and the UNM Presidential Teaching Award, the highest honor the university bestowed for lifetime teaching achievement. After co-editing with Robert Kern, European Women on the Left: Socialism, Feminism, and the Problems Faced by Political Women, 1880 to the Present (1983), she published her path-breaking monograph, Women in the Italian Resistance, 1943-1945 in 1997, selected as a "Choice Outstanding Book." In 2003, Slaughter co-authored with Melissa Bokovoy the innovative two-volume textbook, Sharing the Stage: Biography and Gender in Western Civilization, and followed up with the two-volume Sharing the World Stage: Women and Gender in World Civilization, co-authored with Bokovoy, Ping Yao, Patricia Risso and Patricia Romero. Jane was a fierce feminist and a lifelong advocate for social justice and equity. In the academic world, she facilitated the development and advancement of the fields of international women's history and women's and gender studies. She was an early participant in the Berkshire Conference on Women's History and a co-founding convener of the now nearly forty-year-old Teaching Workshop on Women's History held annually at UCLA. At UNM, she served as acting director of Women's Studies, founding director of the Feminist Research Institute and co-editor with Louise Lamphere of Frontiers: A Journal of Women's Studies. Over her more than forty years at UNM, Jane served as a faculty leader as well as visionary administrator. She chaired the university Committee on Academic Freedom and Tenure several times as well as twice chairing searches for the UNM Presidency. She served as department chair, senior associate dean of arts and sciences and associate provost. Both savvy and relentless, Slaughter was widely admired across the university as an original institutional thinker and an effective administrator, as well as a strong advocate for equity in hiring and personnel policies. Jane maintained a lifelong involvement in political and civic causes. Active in the Democratic party, she was continuously involved in local and state politics. She co-managed the campaign of State Senator Ann Riley. She was appointed to the state Historical Records Advisory Board and served on both the New Mexico Commission on the Status of Women and the Commission on Indian Affairs. Friends and adversaries alike came to respect her devotion to service, policy expertise and willingness to search for common ground. Jane loved sports of all kinds and was a disciplined athlete. She maintained a lifelong passion for horses and riding. After retiring from UNM in 2011, Jane volunteered her time at Walkin N Circles Ranch, a horse rescue operation in the mountains east of Albuquerque, and cared for her own horses, Wild Angel and Billy. This second life as a cowgirl introduced her to a wide community of horse lovers and equestrians. She rode Billy until the very end of her life with the assistance of Team BillyDebbie Lanphere, Erin Doyle, Amy Haas and Barb Maxam who marveled at her horsemanship even through the fog of Alzheimer's. Jane is survived by her brother Charles Slaughter (Carolyn) of Tucson, Arizona, cousins Linda Neel (Daniel) of Lakeside Arizona, Martha VanHorn of Haden Colorado and Robert Dunlap (Connie) of Golden Colorado, nieces Patricia Kimball (Michael) of Kamuela HI, and Carol Case (William) of Waimea Hawaii, and nephews Michael Helms of the Island of Hawaii, and David Slaughter (Susan) of Davis California, and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Jane is also survived by her goddaughter Katherine Bokovoy, dear friends Melissa Bokovoy, Natasha Kolchevska, Yolanda and Frank Martinez and Virginia Scharff and Chris Wilson, along with their families and a vast international community of colleagues, political collaborators, students and admirers. 

1964

Donald “Don” Bach, 86, of Center Point, Iowa on April 23. Don was born on November 1, 1937, in Center Point, the son of Claire and Lois (Sherman) Bach. He was a 1956 graduate of Center Point High School, and later graduated from Coe College in 1963. Don’s professional journey started as a purchasing agent for Rockwell Collins and later founded Bach-Miller Construction Inc., where he served as president from 1978, until the company was sold in 1993. Don then found his true passion in helping others, which he pursued as the General Manager of Sedona Staffing Services in Cedar Rapids. Don retired in 2006, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication. Don loved spending time with his wife, Dorothy, whom he married in 1997. One of their favorite activities was an annual trip to Galena, Illinois. Don loved being a grandpa. He took his grandkids on tractor rides around the farm, taught them how to mow on the riding lawn mower and always asked them to help him feed the farm kittens. Don and Dorothy belonged to Radiant Church (formally First Assembly of God) in Cedar Rapids. They greeted others at the front doors every Sunday for many years. They also led the Primetime Ministry and hosted many Bible Studies and Life Groups in their home. Don also loved to support and volunteer when the Convoy of Hope came to town. Don’s greatest gift to his family and friends was sharing his love for Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Don is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife of 26 years, Dorothy (Boone) Bach; daughter from his first marriage, Shandell (Brad) Larson of Brandon, South Dakota; son and daughter by marriage with Dorothy, Tony (Karen) Knapp of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Denise (David) Reilley of Omaha, Nebraska; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Don always treated his kids and grandkids like they were his own. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Betty Gilchrist; and brother, Richard Bach.

1966

Sally Brozik Dawson, 80, of Vancouver, Washington on April 18. She was born on February 4, 1944, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, the first child of Frank William and Kathryn (Cowell) Brozik. At the time of her birth her father was serving in the Eighth Army in England, and when he first saw Sally, she was over a year old. Sally was followed in the family by two brothers: Frank and Andrew. Sally spent most of her childhood and teenage years living near Oakdale, Pennsylvania, a small town southwest of Pittsburgh. She developed lifelong friendships with members of her extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins, many of whom lived in southwestern Pennsylvania.
In 1962 she graduated second in her class at West Allegheny High School and chose to attend Coe College. She graduated from Coe in 1966, majoring in mathematics and was named Outstanding Senior Woman. Sally then moved to Evanston, Illinois to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching degree at Northwestern University. Through mutual friends she met George Dawson, a law student at the University of Chicago, and they married in August, 1967. Sally also received her master’s degree in 1967 and she supported the couple by teaching high school mathematics while George completed his degree. When George completed his law degree in 1969, the couple moved first to Ann Arbor, Michigan, and then to Eugene, Oregon, where he took a position teaching at the University of Oregon Law School. All their children — Gregory, Christopher and Kathryn — were born in Eugene and Sally was a fulltime mother to them. In 1980, the family moved to Gainesville, Florida, where George taught at the University of Florida College of Law. As the children grew older, Sally returned to teaching high school mathematics for thirteen years. When George retired, the couple recognized their dream of moving back to the Pacific Northwest, settling in Vancouver, Washington in 2019. Sally was a skilled knitter and an avid crafter. After their nest was empty, she enjoyed traveling. George often taught in other countries and they went to Vienna and Warsaw several times. The trips they enjoyed most were to the south of France — particularly to Montpellier — where they made lifelong friends. Sally’s real love was her family: Greg and his wife Lola, Chris, Kati and George. She was grand-mère to Clover, Jasper and Scarlett. Sally was the center of her family and she will be sorely missed by all of them, and by many other family and friends.

1968

Suzanne “Sue” Verba Ahrens, 83, of Plymouth, Minnesota on June 11. Sue was born August 9, 1940, in Omaha, Nebraska, the daughter of Willard and Marjorie (Pratt) Verba. After a short time in Omaha, the family moved to Cedar Rapids, where she graduated from Washington High School. Sue continued her education at Iowa State University where she met and married her first husband Richard “Dick” McDougal. Dick, an Air Force pilot, and Sue were stationed at several posts and were blessed with their daughters Dawn and Wendy. Dick tragically died in a training flight on August 28, 1964, while the family was stationed in Okinawa. Sue and her girls moved back to the Cedar Rapids area where her parents resided and within the same state as their McDougal relatives. Sue finished her degree at Coe College and began her teaching career in the Cedar Rapids School District teaching various elementary grades. Sue reconnected with an Iowa State and Air Force friend, Jim Ahrens. The two married in 1982 creating a new blended family: Sue’s daughters Dawn and Wendy, and Jim’s daughters Ame and Abi. That year Sue and Jim moved to Lexington, Missouri, where Sue taught kindergarten in the Lexington School District for 32 years. In retirement, Sue devoted her time to community service, embodying a lifelong commitment to learning and teaching. Always willing to lend a hand, she volunteered for many organizations. In 2008, Sue and Jim moved to Grinnell and joined the Mayflower Community. While there she was active in the Mayflower Lyceum Program, a weekly event of education and entertainment. In addition, Sue was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Grinnell, the Grinnell UCC Congregational Church, and PEO. Sue’s life was devoted to family and nature. She loved camping, botany, birdwatching and, in particular, was a dog lover with a long line of furry “children” over the years. Sue also had a love of music. She could often be heard singing along to her favorite folk music from Peter, Paul and Mary, the Beatles and the Limeliters. Sue loved Broadway showtunes and took her daughters to various live regional performances over the years. She was a devoted member in her church choirs for many years, and instilled her love for music in her daughters, chauffeuring them to weekly lessons and voluntarily carrying a heavy accordion around for a young daughter Dawn. But her greatest joy in life was her family, and she cherished her title of “Grandma Sue” above all else. She and Jim spent countless hours with the grandchildren during the summers, taking them camping and on Elder Hostel adventures, attending soccer games, concerts and recitals. And her grandchildren also inherited her love of music. All four would serenade the Mayflower community in annual recitals at the Carmen Center on piano, cello, violin and trombone. Sue enjoyed the family gatherings around the holidays. Anyone within a mile radius of the Ahrens house in Lexington or condo in Grinnell would have witnessed laughter, chatter, barking and the interesting aromas of the international meal the entire family enjoyed cooking together annually. Epic games of Canadian Rummy, Rummikub and Quiddler were favorite evening activities, win or lose. During Sue’s time with the Mayflower community she also enjoyed Mahjong with various groups of friends and also the Saturday breakfast club, Tuesday club, and 100+ People Who Care. As Sue’s health journey neared its end, she was surrounded by her family: all four daughters and all four grandchildren, along with some of their significant others. She also cherished her visits with close family and friends, especially her McDougal relatives and friend of 66 years, Nola Edwards. In between hospital stays, Sue’s “fifth daughter” Debbie Johnson (an AFS student with whom Sue maintained close ties) and her husband Sam visited Grinnell. Although she was unable to travel to her granddaughter Lauren’s wedding, she was there in spirit as a new grandson-in-law Sean was welcomed to the family. Community was everything to Sue, and though her time ended sooner than expected, she joins her beloved parents, first husband Dick, dear friend Julie Ahrens, second husband Jim and many others in her new eternal life. Sue is survived by her daughters: Dawn (Mike) Miller, Wendy McDougal, Ame (Brian) Krippner, Abi Ahrens (Eric Rathburn); her grandchildren: Aaron Miller, McKenna Miller, Lauren (Sean) McNamara and Megan Krippner; and her brother Jim Verba.

1971

Kenneth Cook Jr., 74, of Gilbert, Arizona on April 22. Ken was born on October 10, 1949 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Kenneth Marlin Cook, Sr. and Helen Samuels Cook. The family moved to Cedar Rapids when Ken was five years old. He attended Washington High School and graduated from Coe College in 1971. In 2011, he moved to Arizona with his wife, Gilda, to be near their children who had relocated there. Ken always wanted to retire near the ocean, but moving to the desert was a true testament to his belief that family is more important than anything. A loving and devoted father, Ken dedicated his entire life to his family. He was a constant source of inspiration, unwavering support, profound wisdom, and genuine love for his family, always putting their needs before his own. Carolyn, Brad and Lora have the great honor of having Ken as their father, a true role model. Ken loved being a father, and was absolutely ecstatic when he became a Grandpa aka “Papa”. You would always find him doing whatever it took to make his three grandchildren smile and laugh, and ensure they felt loved at every moment. He even nicknamed his van the “Papa Mobile”. Coltyn, Maren and Hudson love their Papa more than the moon and all the stars in the sky. Ken had a lengthy, successful career in sales, retiring as vice president of sales in 2015. His dedication and passion for his work, and to be an honorable sales person, were evident to all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of countless professional accomplishments and awards, including receiving top honors as a President’s Club honoree multiple times, and even winning a trip to the Atlanta Olympics in 1996. Ken’s kindness, generosity and gentle sense of humor touched the lives of everyone he met. He had a warm smile that could brighten even the darkest days. Even if you didn’t know Ken, he was still making everyone smile by always holding doors for strangers, making the store clerk laugh with a corny dad joke, putting away the shopping cart for the family with young children, paying for the person’s order in front of him who forgot their wallet or smiling and waving if he caught your eye across the street. He had a unique way of making even the simplest moments memorable.  Ken is survived by his wife, Gilda, of 43 years, who dedicated every ounce of her being to take the best care of him while he was sick; his daughter Carolyn Spencer; his son Brad Cook (fiancée Monica and her son Jonathan), oldest grandson Coltyn and only granddaughter Maren; his daughter Lora Cook Schall (husband Matt) and youngest grandson Hudson. He is also survived by his sister, Linda Peterson in Minnesota, and several extended family members. His beloved golden retriever, Maggie, was always by his side and will miss Ken’s chin scratches and sneaking her an extra treat. Ken was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Kenneth Marlin Cook, Sr. and Helen Cook, who both passed away in 2002.

James “Nick” Davies, 74, of Redondo Beach, California on May 22. He was born on December 31, 1949, in Marshall, Minnesota. He was the son of David and Helen Davies. After graduating from high school, Nick furthered his education at Coe College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1971. He was voted “most valuable Intramural Man” in the Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. He later attended the University of North Dakota where he earned his Master of Business Administration degree in 1974. On August 12, 1971, Nick enlisted in the Air Force. He served at the Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota as a Missile Launch Officer and achieved the rank of Captain. He earned his honorable discharge on August 31, 1975. Nick resided in Redondo Beach and Ranchos Palos Verdes, California. Nick always worked in finance. Over his career, he was a financial analyst, C.P.A., and a controller. For over twenty years, he was a senior accountant in a hospital in Torrance, California. He retired on January 18, 2018. Nick was very active in the Presbyterian Church. He was a Sunday school teacher, a deacon, and youth minister that led teens in building homes in Mexico. Nick was also part of a Bible study group at Saint Peters By The Sea Presbyterian Church for many years. During his free time, Nick enjoyed collecting hour glasses and had accumulated over 300 of them over thirty years. He loved to travel. Nick’s many adventures included Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, St. Thomas, Paris, the Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Africa (South Africa, Zambia, and Botswana), China, Thailand, Cambodia and Australia. He loved hunting for hourglasses everywhere he visited. Nick loved studying and playing bridge. He attended the same bridge group for over twenty years. He also loved to play Sumduko. Left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Jaden-Rose Walker; son-in-law, Steven Walker; granddaughter, Olivia Walker; sisters, Anne Davies, and Mary Block; nieces, Christy Roberts, and Julie Puder; brothers-in-law, Bruce Gottche, and Bill Sherll; and other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, David and Helen Davies, Nick was also preceded in death by his brother, David Davies, Jr.

1972

George Y Tsui, 74, of Blue Bell, Pennsylvania on March 12.

1974

Jack Spore, 74, of Monticello, Iowa on May 28. Jack Lee Spore was born March 28, 1950, in Cedar Rapids, the son of Bertram “Earl” and Veralouise (Bruce) Spore. He graduated from Prairie High School in the Class of 1968 and attended the University of Northern Iowa. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in 1974 from Coe College. Following his graduation from college, Jack accepted a position as a teacher and coach for the Monticello Community Schools. During his 34 years of service to the community he taught science, health and drivers education. He also coached girls and boys track, football and wrestling. What he loved most about coaching was seeing his student athletes better themselves through their participation. He saw all his students as his “kids”. He enjoyed fishing, trips to the Boundary Waters, and, as a conservation-minded nature lover, was very much at home spending time outdoors. He was also a huge animal lover and had several pets over the years. He liked listening to all genres of music, especially rock and roll. In his youth he played bass guitar and was a member of the garage band Shadows of Doubt. Remembering Jack are his brother Bert (Rebecca) Spore, Cedar Rapids, half-brothers Tom (Mary) Spore, Vinton, and John Spore, Vinton, and his half-sister Charlene Hoff, Vinton, a niece, and nephews Chad (Julie) Spore, Chelsey (Don) McDill, and Christopher Spore, several half-nieces and great nieces and nephews, as well as many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

1975

Hugh Cooper, 71, of Sioux Rapids, Iowa on April 12. Hugh Paige Cooper was born on February 19, 1953, to Allen Bell and Betty Jean (Foss) Cooper in Butler County, Iowa. He graduated from Allison Bristow High School and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Coe College. He was united in marriage to Barbara McKenzie on November 3, 1979, in Allison, IA. Hugh worked in automotive sales from local dealerships and worked himself up to manufacturing auto sales. In his free time, he enjoyed anything relating to cars. He enjoyed working on cars, driving cars, reading about cars and watching NASCAR. He is survived by his wife Barbara Cooper of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina; daughter Hailie (Bradley) Spencer of Fishers, Indiana; daughter Keelie Cooper of Wilmington, North Carolina; son Allen (Kristen) Cooper of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; brother Steve (Suzanne) Cooper of Osage, Iowa; and sister-in-law Carolyn Cooper of Allison, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Marvin “Jack” Cooper.

1977

James “Jim” Leonard, 68, of Merrifield, Minnesota on May 7. Jim was born on June 13, 1955 in Minneapolis; the son of David B. and Winifred (Pinkham) Leonard. He was a 1973 graduate of St. Paul Academy and a 1977 graduate of Coe College. Jim spent his childhood summers and adult weekends at “The Lake” near Brainerd; and was thrilled to make the north woods near his beloved family property his permanent residence with Gayle beginning in 2007. Jim loved being a dad, grandfather and uncle. He loved playing golf and reading, and thoroughly enjoyed being a part time DJ for KLKS before it was sold in 2012. Jim was an avid Twins and NCAA basketball fan. Jim was gracious, charming, and witty. He had an unbeatable laugh and the sweetest smile. Jim is survived by his partner of 38 years Gayle Lunak; son Steven (Julia), and grandson Noah Leonard; sister Terrie (Tom) O’Dea; nieces Cara (David) Skluzacek, Kirsten (Lee) Pinkerton; nephew Nick (Nicole) O’Dea; grandnephews Benjamin Louis Pinkerton and Lucas James Skluzacek; his beloved cat BB; and many friends. Jim is preceded in death by his parents.

1982

Brian Gibson, 64, of Ankeny, Iowa on April 15. He was born on December 2, 1959 in Burlington, the son of David and Sandra (Hofmann) Gibson. He was a 1978 graduate of New London High School, where he was class valedictorian. He attended Coe College and earned a BA in Economics in 1982. He did graduate work at Iowa State University, where he pursued a doctorate degree in Economics. He worked at Principal Real Estate Investors in Des Moines. He also was an official scorer for the Iowa Cubs from 2002-2011. He spent many years officiating high school football and basketball games, as well as umpiring baseball games in the Des Moines area. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing men’s fastpitch softball for the Lowell Rattlers. He enjoyed playing golf and always looked forward to the annual mini-golf tournament with the NLPPPA (New London Professional Putt-Putt Association). He also enjoyed playing fantasy baseball. He is survived by his mother, Sandra (Hofmann) Dunn of Marion; two brothers, Greg Gibson of Burlington and Steve (Chris) Gibson of Tiffin; one sister, Julie Decker of Marion; step-sister Machele MacDowell of Nashville, Tennessee; step-brother Ken (Beth) Dunn of Dyersburg, Tennessee; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his father.

Kristana Weiler, 83, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on July 4.

1983

Dolores Denison Rawson, 98, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on May 18. Dolores was born August 4, 1925, to Henry and Florence Uthoff at home in Benton County; the third of nine children. The family moved to the original Uthoff family farm south of Norway, Iowa on land that had once been part of the Jasper Colony. She and her siblings walked together to their country school. She graduated from Norway High School in 1942 at age 16, attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls (now UNI), taught in one room country schools for 3 years, and clerked at Newmans Dept Store in Cedar Rapids. She married J. Richard Denson, and they had five children. They later divorced. She waitressed at Bill Zuber's Restaurant in Homestead and was a chiropractic assistant for Dr. Tom Ballard, DC and Dr. Roger Edkin, DC. In 1978 at age 53, Dolores became a part-time student at Kirkwood Community College, the first step in fulfilling her dream of getting a college degree. In 1983 she graduated with a B.A. in American Studies from Coe College. She was one of the first two non-traditional students to be accepted into Crescent, the women's honorary society, based on GPA, demonstrated leadership and community service. She studied in Europe and participated in the Washington DC Term which included a congressional internship.  After graduation she became the director at Kingston Hill, a women’s retirement home, for five years before retiring in 1988. In 1997 she married Herbert "Bill" Rawson and enjoyed the relationship with his children, Tom (Cathy) Rawson, Nancy (Tim) King, Janet (John) Metcalfe, Rick (Janice) Rawson. Dolores was a member of Fairest Chapter of Eastern Star, the Iowa Gourd Society, played Granny Basketball with the Center Point "Model T's", and was a member of Prairie Bible Church. Even at age 98 she loved volunteering at Days for Girls, Indian Creek Nature Center, Horizons Meals on Wheels and Habitat ReStore. Survivors include children, Rob (Pat) Denson of Ankeny, Morrie (Jutta) Denson of Marengo, Marian Wetjen of Cedar Rapids, and Ellen McVey of Midland, MI; seven grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; and sisters, Bert Rhinehart of Coronado, California and Marjorie Beatty of Atkins. She was preceded in death by husband, Herbert “Bill” Rawson; son, Neil Denson; son-in-law Jim McVey; siblings and spouses Dorothy and Harold Wittenburg, Walter and Eleanor Uthoff, Dave and Fran Uthoff, Arlene Lois and Kenny Wear, Virginia and Paul Roths, Maxine and Don Bliss, and brothers-in-law, Harry Rhinehart and John Beatty.

1984

Troy Halderson, 61, of Beloit, Wisconsin on April 22. He was born on September 13, 1962 in Beloit, Wisconsin, the son of Robert and Lorraine (Nelson) Halderson. Troy grew up in Beloit Township on the river and was an Eagle Scout. He was a 1980 Turner High School graduate. Troy received a degree in music from Coe College in 1984. During his senior year of college, Troy took an apprenticeship with Clinton Recording Studios in New York City where he continued his working career for over 20 years. He became a multi award winning recording engineer which included two grammy awards. Troy married Annie Abbatiello in 1993. He returned to Beloit for the last 15 years of his life to be closer to family. His kind demeanor, patience and talent earned him respect from clients and colleagues and garnered many lifelong friendships. Troy was big in stature with a heart to match and will be remembered for his fun loving sense of humor and laid-back nature. Survivors include his mother, Lorraine Halderson; brother, Todd (Kris McGinnis) Halderson; sister, Tannis Woodman; nephews, Gage Woodman and Brock Woodman; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Troy was predeceased by his father, Robert Halderson; infant sister, Taunia; brother-in-law, Matt Woodman; wife, Annie; and his beloved dog, Lertly (walk alertly).

Shirley Crane Pratt, 62, of Niwot, Colorado on May 13.  She was born Littleport, Iowa in 1939 and grew up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After graduating in 1958 from Jefferson High School, she received a Nursing Diploma from Mercy School of Nursing in 1960 and a BSN from Coe College in 1984. She married Gordon Pratt in 1962. She practiced nursing in several disciplines from home health care in Linn county Iowa to Oncology and NICU in Colorado at Boulder Community Hospital. After retiring, she became an active member in PEO, Saint Thomas Aquinas Church, several local book groups, Prayer groups and Boulder Newcomers groups. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who was always there when we needed her most, offering support, wisdom and abundant love. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community in Boulder, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and strength. She is survived by her daughters Kristine McIntyre, Susan Derdiger and Shelese Pratt. With five grandchildren: Brendan McGeever, Erin McGeever, Amanda Derdiger, Samara Derdiger, Julian Pratt, plus great grand-daughter Nora McGeever. She was preceded in death by her parents Jerry and Dorothy Crane and brother Ron.

1988

Brian Osterhaus, 57, of Dyersville, Iowa on May 23. Brian was born on June 15, 1966, the son of Roger and Darlene (Brunsmann) Osterhaus. He graduated from Beckman High School in 1984. Brian went on to attend Coe College, where he played football and was a member of the TKE fraternity, graduating in 1988 with a degree in history. Brian married Leisa Myer ’91 on August 28, 1992, at St. Pius X Parish in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Taking lessons from his father, Brian was an expert carpenter for over 35 years. Brian will be remembered as a loving, hard-working husband, father and friend with an infectious laugh who was always willing to lend a helping hand. Survivors include his wife, Leisa, two daughters: JoJo (Tyler) Johnson and Maya Osterhaus, of Dyersville; his parents, Roger and Darlene Osterhaus of New Vienna; siblings: Bruce (Traci) Osterhaus of Guyton, Georgia, Bart (Lynn) Osterhaus of Dyersville and Jan (Jim) Pirc of Delhi, Iowa; in-laws: Dawn (Judd) Zulgad of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kurt Myers (Corey Duvel) of Marion, Iowa, and Kraig (Nadine) Myers of Walker, Iowa; nieces: Ashley (Matt) Striplin, Emily (Melissa) Pittman, Jill Osterhaus, Katelyn Pirc, Courtney (Dakota) Rueber, Olivia Pirc, and Shelby Pirc; great-nieces, McKinley Striplin and Rylee Rueber. He was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Al and Marlene Myers, grandparents, Ambrose and Emily Osterhaus and Cletus and Loretta Brunsmann.

1990

Scot Lumsden, 56, of Marion, Iowa on April 17. Scot was born on January 16, 1968 in Madison, Wisconsin, and he was the blessed son of Monty and Karen (Hunter) Lumsden.  He grew up in Marion, Iowa, where he graduated from Linn-Mar High School in 1986. He was the Captain of the basketball team and selected for Iowa All State Basketball.  He graduated from Coe College with a B.A. in Business and then Nova University with a Master’s degree in Finance and Economics. Following college he worked for Rockwell – Collins in Cedar Rapids and then Beverage Management for Mahoney’s and J.M. O’Malleys. In 2004 Scot was voted the most popular Beverage Manager in Cedar Rapids by the citizens of Cedar Rapids. He played basketball in high school and college and he was an avid NBA fan. Scot was also a master pool player and played in many pool tournaments over the years.  He also enjoyed playing cards. Scot is survived by his mother Karen Lumsden of Marion, Iowa; his brother Todd Lumsden (Janice) of Jackson, Missouri; a nephew Marc Lumsden (Danielle) of Jackson, Missouri; and many other extended family members and good friends. Scot was preceded in death by his father Monty Lumsden in 2018; and his grandparents Cleo and Jim Hunter and Magdaliene and Morris Lumsden.

1994

Captain Andrew "Andy" Wilson Velo, 55, of Key West, Florida on May 16. Andy was born in El Paso, Texas on May 18th, 1968 to Ishmael and Anna Maria Velo. After graduating from Coe College with a degree in mathematics, Andy served in the US Navy as a submariner on the USS Kamehameha SSN-642 and as an NROTC instructor, rising to the rank of Lieutenant. He was named Pacific Submarine Fleet Junior Officer of the Year in 1997. Following his time in the service, Andy worked as an engineer in the petro-chemical industry for 21 years. In 2023, he decided to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a Captain and started Velocity Sportfishing, a fishing charter based in Key West, Florida on his boat, Misty. Andy is survived by his children, Sarah Velo (Jonathan Wyler), Ryan Velo, Max Velo, and Brogan (Tirzah) Richardson; grandchildren, Isla, Eleanor, and Otto Richardson; and brothers, Allen, Tony, and Mike Velo. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ishmael and Anna Maria Velo, and brother, Robin Velo.

1996

Amy Bostwick, 67, of Arlington, Texas on January 20. Amy was born May 8, 1956 to Florence and Oliver Bostwick in Hammond, Indiana. Amy attended Coe College, where she obtained bachelor's degrees in both vocal music and psychology. She went on to get her master’s in psychology from UNI. She worked as an adolescent counselor at Foundation 2, St Luke's and DHS. Amy was known for her kindness, intelligence and sharp wit. An avid animal lover, she rescued scores of pets and wild animals throughout her life. Amy sang in many local choirs and was a frequent guest on the Theater Cedar Rapids stage throughout the 80’s and 90’s. In her later years, Amy Lived in Illinois and Texas. Amy was married to Wendell Keith for 18 years, with whom she had two children. Amy was preceded in death by her parents, Florence and Oliver Bostwick. She is survived by her wife, Jude Johnson, her children Amanda Keith and Megan Etheridge, and her grandchildren Elizabeth, Aaron and Sam Etheridge. She is also survived by Polly Hall and Wendell Keith.

Non-Grads

Ruth Flinn Glasheen, 91, of San Diego, California on November 1, 2023. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and we'll forever remember her good heart and sense of humor.

Jo Anne Williams Grissel, 96, of Crowley, Texas on July 9. Born in Waterloo, Iowa on March 3, JoAnne attended and graduated from Cedar Rapids public schools. She continued her education at Coe College and the University of Iowa, ultimately earning her BA in Education from Mount Mercy College. In 1949, JoAnne married the love of her life and the two started a family. They moved that family to Texas in 1966. After relocating to Texas, JoAnne served her community as an elementary school teacher in Fort Worth ISD, where she taught for 28 years. Always a lifelong learner, JoAnne earned her M. A. in Reading Education at Texas Christian University and pursued post-graduate studies in Library Science at Texas Women's University. Throughout her life she remained active in the community, holding memberships in the PEO, the Lamplighters Sunday Class at First United Methodist Church and Kappa Delta Sorority. She was a Stevens Minister and even hosted a couple from Horsham, England in an exchange program with her church. As with many in her family, JoAnne was a talented artist and artisan. She loved watercolors and crafts and created many intricate holiday heirlooms over the years. During the holidays, her silliness was particularly acute, as she annually made her post-Christmas phone call posing as Mrs. Claus and inquiring as to the whereabouts of Santa, much to the amusement of her grandchildren. She loved travel and bridge and thumbing her nose at departing loved ones from the shelter of the garage. JoAnne is preceded in death by her husband, Jim and her daughter, Lisa. She is survived by her children, Jim Grissel, Sarah MacIntyre and Peter Grissel; as well as her grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family and friends.

Marian Snyder Handley, 96, of Rogers, Arkansas on June 24.  Marian was born in Central City, Iowa on July 7, 1927, to parents Arthur and Muriel (Pike) Snyder. She graduated from Savanna High School in Illinois and attended Coe College. In August 1947, she married Robert “Dobbin” McCue. In 1957, she and "Dobbin" moved to Marion, where she was a homemaker and loving mother to five children. Marian worked a few years at Collins Radio, followed by a position at Sears in customer service. They retired and moved to Rogers, AR in 1985. Following Dobbin’s death in 1987, Marian married Jerry Handley of Rogers, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by both husbands, her brother Glen and sister-in-law Julienne Snyder. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter Hillary McCue and grandson Robert Schmit. Marian is survived by children Jessica (Dennis-deceased) Trout, Cathy (Chip) Kensinger, Robert (Sue) McCue, Glen (Dianna) McCue, Marianne (Dale Ridenour) McCue. She is also survived by grandchildren Kurtis (Christina) Trout, Michelle (Mike) Fowler, Justin (Katie) Kensinger, Jesse (Brooke) Kensinger, Royce (Amanda) Kensinger, Kristoffer (Emily Dunn) McCue, Brian (Dawn) Schmit, Matthew (Karen) McCue, Lisa (Ron) Lee, and Mike (Jen) McCue, 19 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Also, two special nieces. Cindy Musser and Christine Lee as well as nephew David Hook.

William “Bill” Heck, 81, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa on May 6.  Bill was born June 27, 1942, to Werner and Gertrude (McCarthy) Heck in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After he graduated from high school, he went to Coe College briefly and later served in the National Guard. He married Diane Adrian on May 29, 1998, in Cedar Rapids Iowa. He owned Iowa Fire Protection for fifty years. He enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting and carousing with friends. He especially enjoyed it when family and friends would come to visit him and Diane in Chetek. To his friends he was known as “Walter” or Mr. Sunshine. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, and his son Scott. He is survived by his wife Diane Heck; children, Andrew Heck, Amy (Chuck) Bronder, Jason (Dana) Adrian, Mike (Jenna) Adrian, and Katy Adrian; grandchildren, McKenzie, Travis, Hannah, and Harper; brother, Jim (Karen) Heck; his niece, nephew and the many employees who he considered family.

Gail Kettler Kolda, 83, of Westerville, Ohio on April 18. She was born in Rockford, Illinois on July 23, 1940. She graduated from West Rockford, Illinois, High School in 1958. Gail then attended Coe College. Gail and her husband, Thomas J. Kolda ‘61, met at Coe College and were married on June 30, 1962. They have resided in Westerville, Ohio, since 2006, to be nearer their family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and community friends. Prior to that they had lived in several midwestern and southwestern states. Gail was a member of Chi Omega Sorority while in college and a member of the college choir. Following college and after their marriage, she was a stay-at-home mother for their two children, Brian and Jeffrey for several years. Later, Gail worked in several capacities at local and area banks until obtaining her Paralegal Certificate. As a paralegal she was able to pursue what she considered her most favorite occupation while working in several law firms in Wisconsin and Kentucky prior to her retirement in 2006. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church of the Resurrection, New Albany, Ohio where she assisted her husband, Tom, with the Young at Heart Senior Ministry. She sang in the Adult Choir for a couple of years. She also was affiliated with the Prayer Shawl ministry and made prayer shawls, scarves, lap robes and other items to be distributed to people who were in need. Gail is fondly remembered for her love of family and friends. She touched many people’s lives with her caring spirit. She is survived by her beloved husband, Tom, their sons Brian and Jeff, daughters-in-law Dina Tantra and Twila Kolda. She is also survived by granddaughters, Haley Klaas (and her husband Joshua along with great-granddaughters Vivian and Vera), Nadia Kolda, Addison Kolda and Zoe Kolda.

Sara Hixson Spurbeck, 85, of West Des Moines on April 23. Sara was born on April 13, 1939, in Guthrie, Oklahoma, the daughter of Phil and Kathryn (Tade) Hixson. She grew up in Hillsboro, Iowa and graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1957. She attended Coe College for two years before graduating from the Iowa State Teachers College, where she received her bachelor’s degree in education in 1961. After graduating, she taught history at Waverly-Shell Rock High School. Sara was then united in marriage to Wayne Spurbeck on June 6, 1964, in Hillsboro, Iowa. After having a family, she worked as an assistant in the Wartburg College Library and later held a similar position in the Waverly-Shell Rock High School Library. She enjoyed reading, doing puzzles and following the Iowa Hawkeyes. In her final year she enjoyed daily visits from her grand puppy Daisy. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, P.E.O. and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Waverly. Sara is survived by her two sons, William (Victoria) Spurbeck of El Paso, Texas and Michael Spurbeck of West Des Moines, Iowa and three grandchildren, Nicholas, Alex and Daniel. She was preceded in death by her parents, Phil and Kathryn Hixson and her husband, Wayne Spurbeck.

John Newkirk, 79, of Long Beach Island, New Jersey on June 5. He was born in Brownsville, New York and grew up in Roselle Park, New Jersey. He attended Coe College, where he met the love of his life and wife of 56 years, Rosalind McDonald. Together they built a life and raised a family in New Jersey, spending 43 years in Cranford, before retiring to Beach Haven Gardens in Long Beach Island to the address John spent so many of his summers (his aunt and uncles having a home there since the 1950s.) John was many things to many people, but he was first and foremost, and above all, a devoted husband to Rosanne, an active, supportive, involved father to Chris, Brian and Andrew (Drew), and a proud and beloved grandfather to Sophia, Olivia, Jaquelynn, Finn and Phoenix. He was also a fierce and faithful friend. John and Rosanne’s home on Walnut Avenue in Cranford was often populated with family friends as well as people in their lives who were trying to get back on their feet. Their “side yard” was an epicenter of neighborhood wiffleball, running bases and football games in which John featured prominently alongside his sons and their neighborhood friends. Their home on LBI had no less hustle and bustle. It was a favorite destination of his grandkids, and John lived for their visits. His sister Karen, who he was very close to, was a warm, fun fixture there as well. Countless friends and family from across the country and beyond happily spent visits and vacations there. He owned and operated his own local advertising agency for almost 40 years and was a member of, and adult Sunday school teacher at, the Cranford Alliance Church and, later, Hydewood Baptist Church. These churches were the source of many lifelong friendships. They also provided him a social outlet for the athleticism he was known for in his youth as he played on the church softball team (breaking a few windows with his home runs in the process) at the former and had a church friends cycling group at the latter. Many current and former Cranford residents will remember him as a longstanding little league coach, a calling of sorts that remained woven into his identity to the very end. John grew up a Yankees fan and loved attending games with his sons and watching with his grandkids. He was also a big fan of the United States men’s soccer team and loved watching matches, live and on TV, with friends and family. But his fandom most often expressed itself as he cheered on the achievements, endeavors and adventures of his sons, grandkids and daughters-in-law. This is who he was at the core. John is survived by his wife Rosanne and sons Chris, Brian and Andrew (Drew); daughters-in-law Jade and Keri; grandchildren Sophia, Olivia, Jaquelynn, Finn and Phoenix; sister Karen Elmorshedi; and several nephews and nieces. He is predeceased by his parents Victor and Dorothy Newkirk; and sister Nancy Murray.

William “Bill” Quinby, 92, of Cedar Rapids on April 20. Bill was born on February 27, 1932 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of William and Pauline (Hay) Quinby. He graduated from Franklin High School in 1949, where he lettered in football, baseball and basketball.  Bill attended the University of Iowa, earning a bachelor’s degree in physical education and later a master’s in education administration. He entered Iowa planning to play football and baseball, but after a career ending injury, he became the manager of the football team under Coach Evashevski, but continued to play and letter on the baseball team. Once working back in Cedar Rapids, he met a special, beautiful young woman, Janis Bailey, at a teacher meeting. He was lucky enough to marry her on August 6, 1955 in Clarion, Iowa. Bill had a diverse career. He was an educator and administrator in the Cedar Rapids school district for many years, then moved into HR working at Nissan Corp. and CMF&Z, had a stop in real estate at Skogman Homes and finished his career at Coe College as director of career counseling, adding athletic director for the final few years. Throughout all this he was a football referee, starting with high school and small college games, then 14 years in the Big 10 and finishing with the NFL for 22 years. He met wonderful people, traveled around the world, with the highlight of his career refereeing in the 1985 Super Bowl. Bill was very proud of being a lifelong Cedar Rapidian and had wonderful stories of growing up near Daniel’s Park, being one of “Barney’s Boys,” playing little league, playing in high school championship football and baseball games, umpiring youth sports and teaching many in Cedar Rapids how to swim and lifeguarding at Elmcrest Country Club for 14 summers.  As an adult, he shared his love for Cedar Rapids serving on several committees/boards, helping fundraise and donating to the Community Health Free Clinic, the Kernels Stadium and Prospect Meadows, as well as campaigning for local option sales tax to renovate the public pools.  He enjoyed spending time and volunteering with his special friends through the ARC, Washington High School and the Special Olympics. In retirement, he could often be found at Daniels Park mowing the Kohawk field on the riding mower with a cigar in his mouth. He was very humbled receiving many awards throughout his lifetime, but Bill was especially honored to receive the key to the city and the proclamation of Bill Quinby Day, December 15, 2015 and the renaming of Daniels Park ballfield to Quinby Field in 2016. Bill was very proud of his family, especially all his grandchildren and great grandchildren, enjoying frequent phone calls or visits from them when in Cedar Rapids! He lived an amazing, full life, told fantastic stories of life in Cedar Rapids and often said, “I’m a lucky guy.”  Bill surrounded himself with wonderful people and as a result, had a lifetime of amazing friends from all facets of his life. Our dad was a wonderful man and together with our mom, taught us the importance of hard work, responsibility, giving back to our community and the love of family and friends. Bill is survived by his children Kathy Quinby Victoria, MN, David Quinby (Karen) Wayzata, MN, and Karen Delaney (Mike) Robins, Iowa.  Grandchildren, Becky Quinby (Gracie Hyland), JD Quinby (Abbey), Scott Quinby (Elena), Sarah and Leeza Johnson, Morgan, Emma (Ben), Claire, and Jack Delaney. Great-grandchildren Millie, Alma and Fitz Hyland and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Janis, his eldest son, William Scott, parents and sister and brother-in-law, Jon and Carolyn Renner.

John “Jack” Warner, 93, of Ivins, Utah on May 28. Jack was born in Clinton, Iowa on December 8, 1930. His family home was in Davenport and various other towns during the Great Depression. They finally settled back in Davenport until Jack’s high school years, when they moved to Clinton, Iowa. He graduated in 1948 and began attending Coe College. He joined the United States Air Force ROTC. While in the service, Jack became a jet fighter pilot instructor and learned to fly several different jets, his favorite among them being the T-38 Talon. His service began in Waco, Texas and took him to Canada, Thailand, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida and finally Colorado. He is still one of the longest serving fighter pilot instructors in the Air Force. Jack trained fourteen of his twenty years and took on the pilots’ other instructors didn’t want to deal with. He graduated every one of them. He met LaRheta Fulker and married her in 1953 and they had three children: Debbie, Mark and John. Jack later met Anne Louise Bennett in an office at the Headstart offices in Utah. After asking Anne’s six children for permission, Jack married Anne in 1977 and moved the family to the Denver area. Then, in July 1978, they had a baby girl of their own. With a booming crime rate in the Denver area, the family was better suited for the smaller towns, back in Utah and they rented a home from Anne’s adopted parents, Ferral and Cleone Ogilvie, in Mapleton in 1980. After retiring from the Headstart program, Jack and Anne moved the family to the Oregon Coast in 1982 and began to homestead with Anne’s natural parents, John and Margaret “Margie” Marino, in an old milking barn that he helped transform into living quarters. Due to a change in zoning laws, Jack and Anne weren’t allowed to build a home on the property and moved to Waldport. Jack loved the ocean, and he loved fishing and sometimes caught one! He liked crabbing and looking for agates and shells with Anne and the kids, too. After leaving Waldport in 1987, they settled in the St. George area and stayed for many happy years. Some of the children came back home and some moved on to other adventures. Jack and Anne loved watching old movies and crime dramas. He worked various smaller jobs at American Linen, A.L. Williams, Bookwise, Domino's Pizza and Lin’s Supermarket, but as his health began to decline, he finally retired for good and stayed home to relax a bit more. He spent the last six years of his life in the Southern Utah Veteran’s Home in Ivins, Utah, getting excellent care and his favorite treats — chocolate and root beer. He was a beloved resident and seemed happy and content there. Anne was able to visit almost every day until the last few years, when she entered a different care home, while Jack was visited by many other family members. Jack is survived by his wife of 47 years, Anne; his children with LaRheta: Debra Bird (Mark), Mark Warner (Shawn), John Warner (Dana); his children with Anne: Robyn Bennett, Ronda Woosley (Tony), Randall Bennett (Bonnie), Rynell Jefferson (David), Rachelle “Crikett” Jones, Ryan Bennett (Bridget), Rayna Wilson (Craig); and his brother, Richard “Dick” Warner (Sandy). He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Carroll Warner and Audrey Vivian Huson Warner; sister, Beverly Watkins (Tom, also deceased); and brother, William “Bill” Warner (Joyce, living).