Robert "Bob" Louis Cowles

Robert “Bob” Louis Cowles, 91, of Ossian went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2023. He passed away at his home on a beautiful fall day, doing what he loved most—farming.

Bob was born on November 12, 1931 to Lulu (Miller) and Park Cowles, and was the second of five children. He attended Dover Township School, a one-room schoolhouse. In 1939, the Cowles family purchased land south of Ossian and Bob farmed there until the day he died. Over the course of his life he farmed corn and beans, milked cows and raised hogs and beef cattle.  He enjoyed riding horses in his younger days and always had food or a treat (and maybe even a pet, if he could get close enough!) for the barn cats.

Dolores Cuvelier

Dolores Cuvelier age 88 of Lawler, IA, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital in Waterloo, IA. 

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2023, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler with Rev. Nick Radloff celebrating the Mass. 

Interment was held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery, Lawler with Adam Cuvelier, Grant Cuvelier, Matthew Cuvelier, Spencer Cuvelier, Cade Kuennen, and Jim Hauer serving as pallbearers. 

Friends greeted the family from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler, where there was a 7:00 p.m. parish scripture service. Visitation continued an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home and Crematory in New Hampton has been entrusted with arrangements.  641-394-4334

Dolores Cuvelier

Dolores Cuvelier age 88 of Lawler, IA, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital in Waterloo, IA. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 27, 2023, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler with Rev. Nick Radloff celebrating the Mass. 

Interment will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Cemetery, Lawler with Adam Cuvelier, Grant Cuvelier, Matthew Cuvelier, Spencer Cuvelier, Cade Kuennen, and Jim Hauer serving as pallbearers. 

Friends will greet  the family from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler, where there will  be a 7:00 p.m. parish scripture service. Visitation will continue an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home and Crematory in New Hampton has been entrusted with arrangements.  641-394-4334

Marilyn Larson

Marilyn Martha Falb Larson was born April 14, 1932. She passed away October 20, 2023. Her parents were Walter and Bernice Falb of Elgin, Iowa. She graduated from Elgin High School and attended ISTC (UNI) and graduated with her BA from Upper Iowa University. She taught kindergarten in Oxford Junction and Greene, Iowa for a total of 31 years. She married Russell Larson and was later divorced. 

Marilyn raised her four daughters, Mary Beth (Dave) Gravert of Davenport, Diane (Rick) Benhart of Cedar Rapids, Kathi (Steve) Stuntz of Greene and Pam (Dennis) Majewski of Clear Lake. Gma M&M had nine grandchildren, Melissa Gravert, Stephanie Spitzer, Erikka (Aaron) Vosmek, Heidi (Kurt) McGonegle, Denielle (Ryan) Conlon, Clint (Amy) Stuntz, Scott Stuntz, Tricia (Chase) Schrage, and Jenna (Kane) Lindsay. 

Kenneth Moser

Kenneth Ray Moser, known fondly by all as Ken, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2023, in Monroe, WI, after a long, brave battle with dementia. He was born on September 17, 1953, in Manchester, IA, to the late Ray and surviving Ruth Moser. His departure from this world leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, creativity, and selflessness.

Ken was a proud graduate of Viroqua High School. After his education, he found his passion in life as a dairy farmer. He was not just a farmer, but a custodian of the land and a steward of the animals he cared for. His love for farming extended beyond the daily tasks; it was a part of his very soul. He was highly respected in his field and was often called upon to judge cattle at local and regional shows. His keen eye and deep knowledge of dairy farming made him a sought-after judge and mentor.

Delores Leppert

In the morning hours of October 19th, 2023, Delores Leona (Nelson) Leppert passed away in her home in Dickey, North Dakota. Delores died unexpectedly of natural causes.    

Robert Zurbriggen

Robert Paul Zurbriggen died Tuesday, September 26th in his home in Palm Springs, California.  He was a unique, independent individual and, thus, deserves a unique tribute.  Bob was all about experiences, especially if they involved interesting people.

Bob was born March 11, 1945 to Paul B. and Helen R. Zurbriggen of Elgin, IA.  He loved his childhood years growing up amidst his extended family of grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins.  The Muehlethaler furniture store and funeral home were his playground.  His Uncle Lorence taught him about electronics and the television repair business by the age of nine.  During some of his last conversations, Bob would fondly recall his close relationships with cousins Bev and Barb.  He claimed to have taught Barb how to play competitive pool on their grandfather’s snooker table; the same table would serve for the family production of sauerkraut in the late summer.

Willis Schott

Willis “Willie” James Schott, 86, of Clermont, Iowa passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society in West Union, Iowa. He was born July 27, 1937 to Fred and Ruth (Entwisle) Schott of rural Hawkeye, Iowa. Willie attended country school near Hawkeye and also public school in West Union and Clermont. At 14 years old, Willie went to work for the Quinn Family that were his neighbors. He farmed for other farms until August 1956, when he entered boot camp for the Armed Forces of the United States in Fort Gordon, Georgia, where he received a good conduct medal. Then he was sent over seas to Korea for the rest of his military career. Willie was honorably discharged on May 15, 1962.He returned home and farmed on halves with the Hanson family milking cows, raising beef cattle and crops.

Gregory Steffans

Gregory Lee Steffans, 65 of Somerset, Kentucky passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Gregory was born December 20, 1957 to Donald and Wilma (Quandahl) Steffans in Decorah, Iowa. He graduated from Valley High School 1976.

In the early years, Greg worked a variety of jobs before going to work for Waukon Harley Davidson, where he worked for fourteen years. In 2000, Greg moved to Somerset, Kentucky where he started his dream job. He built racing engines for Cornett Engines “Home of the Red Valve Covers” and continued working there until May of 2023, when he was no longer able to turn the wrenches. He enjoyed watching NHRA Drag Racing, Dirt Late Models, NTPA and attending events when he was able. 

Willis Schott

Willis James Schott, 86, of Clermont, Iowa passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society in West Union, Iowa.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday October 15, 2023 at Schutte-Grau Funeral Home in Clermont, Iowa.

Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Clermont, Iowa is assisting the family with services.