December 2018

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Eugene Novak

Eugene Novak

 

 

Eugene J. Novak, 92, died Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, at Evans Memorial Home in Cresco.

  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Protivin.  

Burial will be in the church cemetery.  

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home in Protivin.

A complete obituary will appear in next week’s paper.

 

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Shirley Sadler

Shirley Sadler

 

 

Shirley Ann Sadler, 75, of Cascade, Iowa, passed away Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa surrounded by her family.

Services for Shirley will be held at 10 a.m. today (Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018) at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding and Msgr. Wayne Ressler and Very Rev. Mark Ressler and Rev. Loras Otting concelebrating. 

Friends may call after 9 a.m. today (Wednesday) at the funeral home before the services.

Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements.

Shirley Ann was born June 16, 1943 in Decorah, Iowa, the daughter of Palmer Elmer and Florence Helen (Hemesath) Johnson. 

She was a graduate of Ossian DeSales.  

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Turner, Dunn to highlight Winn. Co. Fair

Josh Turner with special guest Clare Dunn will play at the Winneshiek County Fair Saturday, July 13, at 7 p.m.

 

Turner, Dunn to highlight Winn. Co. Fair

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

 

The Winneshiek County Fair Board is happy to announce that its complete Grandstand entertainment lineup for the 2019 Fair is now official as country music star Josh Turner and special guest Clare Dunn have come onboard.

Turner, whose most notable songs include “Hometown Girl,” “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” and “Would You Go With Me,” will take to the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday night, July 13.

The opening act for Turner will be up-and-comer Clare Dunn, whose most notable song is “Tuxedo.”

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Bev Ruckdashel

Bev Ruckdashel

 

 

Beverly Florence Ruckdashel-Nelson passed away on Dec. 10, 2018 in Mesa, Ariz. 

She was the eldest of six children to Elmer and Alice Nelson, born on June 6, 1935 in Clermont, Iowa.

During Beverly’s high school years, she became the number-one soloist in the state of Iowa. She also enjoyed playing volleyball, basketball, singing and playing in the high school band. 

Beverly met Clarence Eugene Ruckdashel at a high school ballgame in 1952. On Oct. 10, 1953 Beverly and Clarence were united as husband and wife. To this union six children were born. 

Beverly drove the John Deere tractors while working alongside Clarence on their farm. 

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The gift of advocating for a child

 

 

Everett Rowland of Clermont writes a report to the judge after meeting with his CASA (court-appointed special advocate) assignment and caseworkers at a staffing at Bremwood in Waverly on Dec. 13, 2018. (Vicki Rowland photo)

 

The gift of advocating for a child

 

 

Vicki Rowland
Contributing Writer

 

 

Going to court can be scary. Facing the somber rule of law is intimidating.  There is so much unknown.  And for some unfortunate children, it must be downright terrifying.

It would seem that some kids just have bad luck.  They may be born into a family wracked by drug or alcohol problems. Perhaps a parent has gotten into criminal activity or is abusive.  Or maybe it is just a really messed-up family relationship—perhaps the child is unwanted and unloved. This is a really sad thing to see happen.

Judges are not uncaring, but they do not see the child frequently. Social workers are overwhelmed. The child needs someone to look out for his or her interests – an advocate.  

That is where CASA comes in.  CASA stands for court-appointed special advocate. This is a volunteer for the court who is a liaison among the child, the judge, and all service workers who work with the child.  

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The gift of helping our own

 

Mark and Rose Harberts of Elgin have long enjoyed their rides throughout northeast Iowa on Mark’s bikes.  A few years ago, they decided to share their love of the open road through fundraising efforts for a variety of area residents.  The annual WHOO (We Help Our Own) ride has raised tens of thousands of dollars to help area families with medical bills and other expenses.  (photo by Megan Molseed)

The gift of helping our own

 

By Meagan Molseed

mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

 

“It truly is in the spirit of paying it forward,” said Rose Harberts earnestly.  “So many have benefited from this ride, and it has been very important to us to keep it going and going each year!” 

It started as a motorcycle ride to raise funds for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer foundation many years ago.

“We wanted to help someone who really needed it, and people in the area, including me and Rose, put together this bike ride,” remembered Rose’s husband, Mark Harberts, of the beginning of northeast Iowa’s own WHOO (We Help Our Own) annual motorcycle ride.  

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Elaine Wurzer

Elaine Wurzer

 

 

Elaine Wurzer, age 77, of St. Lucas, Iowa passed away on Dec. 11, 2018, at Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah, IA.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, Dec. 18, at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas with the Rev. Aaron Junge celebrating the Mass.

Interment was in the church cemetery with Brian Wurzer, Mike Van Sickle, Kyle Wirtz, Jared Van Sickle, Chad Wurzer, Joshua Wurzer, Austin Wirtz, and Wyatt Van Sickle as casket bearers. Honorary casket bearers were Montana Van Sickle, Lewis Wurzer, Kadin Corkery, and Jack Wurzer.

Arrangements were handled by Schluter-Balik Funeral Home in Decorah.

Elaine, the daughter of John and Loretta (Schmitt) Korzendorfer, was born March 28, 1941, in New Hampton, Iowa.  

She graduated from Waucoma High School in 1959. 

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Sally Falb

Sally Falb

 

 

Sally Falb, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital in West Union, Iowa.  

She lived 80 wonderful years and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. 

A woman of style, beauty, and grace, Sally’s great sense of humor, strong sense of fashion, and zest for life were just a few of the many qualities that endeared her to people.  

She was born Sarah Anne to parents Robert and Grace (Burt) Mahan on Sept. 27, 1938, in Newton, Iowa. 

Sally graduated from Newton High School in 1956 and went on to earn a degree in home economics from the University of Iowa in 1961. 

She married John O. Falb on July 11, 1959, at United Methodist Church in Newton, and the couple enjoyed almost 60 years of love, friendship and adventure over their many years together. 

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Irma Luzum

Irma Luzum

 

 

Irma Mary Luzum, age 93, of St. Lucas, Iowa died peacefully on Dec. 9, 2018 in her home. Her graceful spirit will forever bless those who knew and loved her.

  A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by the Rev. Aaron Junge with deacon Jim Zajicek on Monday, Dec. 17, at St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas.  

Interment was in the church cemetery. Jacob Luzum, Bryan Korte, Jack “Teo” Fritzke, Jerrod Nauman, Tessa Nardelli, Jeff Luzum, Bradley Burnett, Dr. Matthew Ciorba, Tanna Nedza, Austin Fritzke, Jayme Nauman, and Alexander Ciorba served as casket bearers.

Schluter-Balik Funeral Home of Decorah was in charge of arrangements.

Irma Mary (Schmitt) Luzum was born on the family farm near St. Lucas on Oct. 3, 1925, the daughter of Anton and Josephine (Zimmer) Schmitt.  

She attended St. Luke’s Catholic School.  

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NFV keglers split

 

Shelby Holden lays the ball down carefully while bowling against Tripoli on Friday at Lilac Lanes in West Union. The TigerHawk sophomore rolled a two-game series of 143 that included converting a 4-5 split. (Jerry Wadian photo)

 

NFV keglers split

 

 

By Jerry Wadian
jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

NFV entered the holiday break after facing Tripoli Friday at Lilac Lanes in West Union.

  The girls lost to the Panthers, 3503-2231. Tripoli won round one, 1429-895, and the Baker Rotation, 2074-1336.

 Emily Guyer rolled a team-high 153-166-319. Erika Woodson was next for NFV with a 97-83-180. Shelby Holden came in with a 61-82-143, while Riley Magner shot a 76-60-136, and Sierra Kemp had a 53-64-117.

  A highlight for the TigerHawk gals was Holden converting a 4-5 split during the Baker Rotation.

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