May 2018

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Arnold Raatz

Arnold Raatz

 

 

Arnold Raatz, age 87, passed away on Monday, April 23, 2018 at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa. 

Arnold was born to Henry and Zelma (Pike) Raatz on June 16, 1930. He lived in the home he was born in for 83 years in rural Hawkeye, where he was a dairy farmer.

He married Shirley Boleyn on Jan. 26, 1951, and they had four children.

In 1991, he had a stroke that forced him to retire from farming. Arnold and Shirley moved to West Union in July 2012.

Arnold was a natural on the dance floor and would sing along with Hank Williams, Jim Reeves and his other favorite country-western artists. 

Though sometimes he had a gruff exterior, he was a true softy at heart. This was evident when he shed big tears for a winner on “Wheel of Fortune” or after hearing of a friend's hardship.

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Alma Schreiner

Alma Schreiner

 

 

Former area resident Alma Irene Schreiner, 99, died on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Glenview Living Center in Shell Lake, Wis. 

No services will be held.

Skinner Funeral Home of Cumberland, Wis., is serving the family.                                                                                                                                                               

Alma was born on Oct. 1, 1918 at the family farm in rural Clayton County, Iowa to Martin and Annie (Meyer) Hanson. 

She attended and graduated from Cheery Valley County School in 1932 and Elgin High School in 1936.

Alma was united in marriage to Clayton Schreiner at the Bethel Presbyterian Church in West Union, Iowa on Aug. 17, 1940. They had one daughter, Cynthia Ann (Cindi). 

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Laura Gefaller

Laura Gefaller

 

 

Laura M. Gefaller, 67, of Hawkeye died Sunday evening, April 22, 2018, at her home in Hawkeye surrounded by her loving family following a battle with cancer.

A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, April 28, 2018, at St. John’s Lutheran Church-Stapleton with Rev. Wayne Ellingson officiating.  

Private family inurnment will be held at a later date. 

Memorials may be made in Laura’s name to St. John’s Lutheran Church-Stapleton.

Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Hawkeye assisted Laura’s family.  

Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com

Laura Marie Lewig was born March 8, 1951, in New Hampton, the daughter of Irvin and Katherina (Mahler) Lewig. 

She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith.

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Donna Weyland

Donna Weyland

 

 

Donna M. Weyland, 85, of Wadena died Thursday evening, April 26, 2018, at her home in Wadena surrounded by her loving family.

A Memorial Mass was celebrated Monday, April 30, 2018, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Volga with Rev. John Haugen officiating. 

Interment followed at Wadena Cemetery. 

Becker-Milnes Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the family for later designation. 

Online condolences may be left at www.beckermilnesrettig.com

Donna Marie, daughter of Arthur and Nellie Mae (Cagley) Hultman, was born Oct. 3, 1932, in Fergus Falls, Minn. 

She received her education in the Fergus Falls Schools.

Donna was baptized in the Lutheran Faith and would later be confirmed in the Catholic Faith. 

Two daughters, Susan and Barbara were born to her first marriage. 

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Eleanor Torkelson

Eleanor Torkelson

 

 

Eleanor Marie Torkelson, 84, of Elgin, Iowa died Thursday, April 26, 2018 at Stoney Brook Village in West Union, Iowa.  

Eleanor was born Dec. 29, 1933 on a farm near Castalia to Elmer and Marie (Backhaus) Schutte. 

She was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church in Castalia and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Postville. 

Eleanor graduated from Postville High School in 1951. 

Upon graduation, Eleanor moved to Cedar Rapids with three very dear friends. While in Cedar Rapids she worked for Handler Motor Co. She also lived in San Francisco, California for a short time. 

While living in Cedar Rapids a young Elgin boy started to visit her. When that Elgin boy was discharged from the Army, Eleanor moved back to Elgin and married Ivan Torkelson on Oct. 24, 1954 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Postville. Three children were born to this union.

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NFV girls go 2-for-2 on links

 

TigerHawk golfer Kariann Elsbernd earned runner-up honors on Thursday as she turned in a round of 47 at Pleasant Valley Sports Club. (Chris DeBack photo)

 

NFV girls go 2-for-2 on links

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

 

The North Fayette Valley girls’ golf team went two-for-two last week, picking up wins over conference foes Starmont and West Central.

The TigerHawks began the week Monday at Backbone Golf and Country Club in Strawberry Point, going head to head with the Starmont Stars.

NFV came away with the win, shooting 216 to the Stars’ 231.

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TigerHawk boys busy on the course

 

 

North Fayette Valley linkster Tanner Johnson watches his ball after a shot during recent TigerHawk golf action. (Chris DeBack photo)

 

TigerHawk boys busy on the course

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

 

The North Fayette TigerHawk boys’ golf team had a busy week as it worked to make up for lost playing time caused by a late start to the 2018 spring.

The TigerHawks began the week Monday, April 23, against Starmont at Pleasant Valley Sports Club and were led by medalist Colin Gavin who carded a 40.

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Boys' T/F 4th at Warrior Relays

 

 

Boys T/F 4th at Warrior Relays

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

While still not at full strength, the TigerHawk boys’ track and field team had a strong showing at the Warrior Relays hosted by Wapsie Valley in Oelwein on Monday, April 23.

“We were easily missing 30-35 points once again, as we were at our own invitational,” said coach Mark Nuss following the meet. “We still had several performances to be happy about.”

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Ehler breaks her own record

 

North Fayette Valley runner Hannah VanHyfte had a strong day in the distance races on Monday, April 23, at the Warrior Relays in Oelwein. The TigerHawk distance specialist placed second in the 1500 (5:55.63) and third in the 3000 (12:52.05). (Zakary Kriener photo)

 

Ehler breaks her own record

 

 

By Jerry Wadian
jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

 

Marin Ehler broke her own school record in the shot Monday at the Warrior relays hosted by Wapsie Valley in Oelwein.

Ehler tossed the steel ball 43’03” to win the shot by over three feet. The old school record was 42’8” the senior also took home a bronze medal in the discus.

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Mr. ad Mrs. Dean Patrick

Mr. and Mrs. Dean Patrick

 

 

Dean and LaVonne “Bonnie” Patrick of West Union will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary on Saturday, May 5.

Dean Patrick and Bonnie Lutkenhaus were married May 5, 1973, at Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Festina.

They are the parents of five children, Mark (Raelonna) Patrick of Lamont, Marie Patrick of Granger, Joan Patrick of Miami, Fla., Richard (Nina) Patrick of Adel, and Roger Patrick of West Des Moines. Dean and Bonnie also have four grandchildren.

Anniversary greetings can be sent to the couple at 104 N. Oak St., West Union, IA 52175.

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