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Neuzil and Kriener to speak at South Winneshiek Commencement

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 14:37

Neuzil and Kriener to speak at South Winneshiek Commencement

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

Senior year is something most look forward to. It means that for the 39 seniors at South Winneshiek, the end of their time as Warriors is drawing close. It also marks a transition period in their lives where they start the next part of their futures.

For South Winneshiek students Celia Neuzil and Madison Kriener, the Valedictorian and Class President, respectively, this year has been one to remember. ”I’m not exaggerating when I said that my class has had it rough,” said Neuzil, whose senior class has endured the Pandemic and other challenges throughout their final year of school. “The resilience everyone has shown in the face of everything life has thrown their way is astounding. I think that resilience is going to stick with tem and I think it’s helped prepare them well for any challenges to come. To put simply, they’ve made it through all this of this – they can make it through anything!”

With the class’s Commencement ceremony set for 1 p.m. on Sunday afternoon at the South Winneshiek baseball field (inside the gymnasium if weather prevails), the class is ready to set sails on their futures – which have been shaped by their time at South Winneshiek.

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May

Neil Kuennen

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 14:28

 

Neil Kuennen

 

Neil Leo Kuennen, age 86, of Waucoma, Iowa passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021.

A celebration of Life gathering will be Thursday, May 13, 4-7 p.m. at the Waucoma Event Center.

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May

Durwin Gilson

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:51

Durwin Gilson

 

Durwin Alden Gilson, 87, entered his eternal rest on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home in West Union, Fayette County, Iowa. Durwin was born to Donald Franklin and Agnes Beatrice (Olson) Gilson at West Union, Iowa, Fayette County on September 15 1933. He was baptized at St. Paul’s Methodist Church in Elgin, Iowa and confirmed in the eighth grade. Durwin attended grade school in Elgin grade and graduated from Elgin High School in 1952. He had a paper route in Elgin and loved to ride his bicycle that had a two-cylinder motor all over Elgin and neighboring towns. His nick name was “trouble” and the name stuck with him with his families. “Trouble” was given an honorary award for National Assisted Living Week on September 17, 2017 for Best Trouble Maker and Being Outgoing and social, from Traditions. 

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May

Florian Franzen

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:47

Florian Franzen

Florian Francis Franzen, 84, of Hawkeye, Iowa died Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa. He was born December 22, 1936 to Michael and Clara (Schmitt) Franzen in St. Lucas, Iowa. Florian proudly joined and served in the United States Air-Force. While stationed at Alconbury, London, Florian met Patricia Carter. They were united in marriage and to this union five children were born.

Throughout the years Florian farmed. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, roller skating and playing euchre. Florian was a member of the Legion Auxiliary #312 in Hawkeye, Iowa and the Knights of Columbus.

Surviving Florian are his wife, Patricia Franzen; sons, Keith Franzen, Mark Franzen, John Franzen and Paul Franzen; eleven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and one brother, Laverne (Rosemary) Franzen.

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May

Edward Stepan

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:44

Edward Stepan

Edward Louis Stepan, 85, of West Union, Iowa died Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa. Edward was born October 12, 1935 to John and Lillian (Pecinovsky) in Spillville, Iowa.

 

On October 24, 1955, Edward was united in marriage with Mary Ann Folkers.  Edward worked his most of his life farming, and was seventy when he retired.

 

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May

Roxie Swenka

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:41

Roxie Swenka

 

Roxie Ann (Mizner) Swenka of Rolla, Missouri passed away on Monday, May 4, 2021 at the age of 86. She was born on September 4, 1934 in Charles City, Iowa to the late Oscar and Maude (Selix) Mizner. 

Roxie was born and raised in Iowa where she would meet her beloved husband of sixty-six years, James Swenka while they were in grade school. She and James were married on December 28, 1954; this union was blessed with three children.

 Roxie and James moved to Rolla in 1979 and they joined the Anutt United Methodist Church. She was the treasurer for the church during most of that time. She and James volunteered for nearly two years helping to renovate the Anutt Young Community Center. In her spare time, Roxie enjoyed raising sheep, tending to her flower garden, and taking care of her family and dog. Roxie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend who will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

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May

Larry Barker

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:36

Larry Barker

 

Larry Thomas Barker, 60, of Postville, Iowa died Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at his home in Postville, Iowa. Larry was born December 19, 1960 to Thomas and Donna (Thompson) Barker in West Union, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in West Union, Iowa. Larry graduated from North Fayette High School in 1979. He worked for Gage and Gage Plumbing & Heating of West Union during high school and after college.   He attended University of Dubuque and then the University of Northern Iowa for one year.  He worked for Modcomp Homes of Independence before starting with Bemiss Distributing.  Larry was starting his thirty-eighth year working for Bemiss Distributing as a route driver, salesman and Tap Specialist.

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May

Roger Hummel

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:31

Roger Hummel

 

Roger Hummel, 60, of Hazleton passed away Friday April 23, 2021at MercyOne Medical Center in Waterloo.  A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday May 16, 2021 at the Geilenfeld-Buehner Funeral Home in Oelwein.  A memorial fund has been established.  For condolences, please visit www.geilenfeldfh.com.

Due to state and federal guidelines on gatherings regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing is required.  Those in attendance are required to wear a mask.

Roger Duane Hummel was born July 31, 1960 in Oelwein to parents Duane and Eleanor (Rohrig) Hummel.  He graduated from West Central High School in Maynard with the class of 1979.  He was united in marriage with Tammy Strosahl and they later divorced.

In 1990, he was united in marriage with Diane Bonjour and they later divorced.

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May

Marilyn Miller

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 12:28

Marilyn Miller

 

 

Marilyn Miller, 89, of West Union, Iowa died May 5, 2021 at the Good Samaritan in West Union, Iowa. Marilyn was born at home in St. Anthony, Iowa, the daughter of John and Maquerite Easton.

She received her education from St. Anthony School and graduated there. Following graduation, she worked in various jobs in Waterloo and West Union area. She enjoyed time with her grandkids, reading and loved to bake.

Marilyn belonged to the Holy Name Catholic Church, West Union and was married to Donald over 60 years.

Marilyn is survived by her children: Jerry and Rhonda Miller, West Union; Rick (Jodi) Miller, Vinton, Iowa; Bill and Kim Miller, Waucoma, Iowa. There were many nieces, nephews and grand kids.

Preceding Marilyn in death was her husband, Donald, her parents, Brother Bob and in-laws, William and Frances Miller.

Her family will miss Marilyn. There will be a private service held later. 

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May

WC track and field closes regular season at Tripoli

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-05-12 10:26

WC track and field closes regular season at Tripoli

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

West Central competed at the Tripoli Co-ed Track Invitational on Tuesday evening, May 4, with the girls taking fourth (70) and the boys finishing ninth (7).

Leading the way for the girls was first-place finisher Aaliyah Gordon in the 200 dash (28.35) and fellow champion Abby Squires in the 400 hurdles (1:21.07). The Blue Devils also finished runner-up in the 100 dash (Aaliyah Gordon, 14.59) and shuttle hurdle relay (Mikaela Kime, Naomi Scott, Abby Squires, and Emma Michels – 1:18.39).

Sumner-Fredericksburg took the team title with 163 points. 

For the West Central boys, it was long jumper Aidan Nelson that had the highest finish as he cleared 17’07” to take fourth.

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