John A. Hemminger, 82, was born in Center Township, Shelby County, Iowa, to his parents Anna Pauline and John M. Hemminger at their home on a farm east of Harlan. John was the youngest of four children, Donna, Ronald, and Charlene, who grew up learning a plethora of skills that would serve him well throughout his life. John attended a one-room school located two miles from his home until the 8th grade.

Kenneth Albert Fahn, son of Leonard and Alice (Shiltz) Fahn, was born on June 30, 1950 in Defiance, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan, Iowa. Kenneth began his education at St. Michael’s Elementary School and went on to graduate from Harlan Community High School with the class of 1968.Following graduation, Kenneth joined the United States Navy. He served from 1968 to 1972.

Dixie Diane Rash was born on March 26, 1959 in Leon, Iowa to Wayne and Myrna (Wheatley) Eckles. Dixie attended Westgate Elementary in Omaha and then graduated from Griswold High School. Her passion for Court Reporting led her to AIB College of Business, where she earned her degree, paving the way for a successful career.

Persia - Marvin W. Martin was born on June 22, 1932 to Francis and Mary (Davis) Martin in Persia, Iowa. He attended school and graduated from Persia High School with the class of 1951.Marvin found the love of his life when he met Ruby Arlene Peterson. They were united in marriage on July 12, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa. This union was blessed with four children: Patricia, Susan, David, and Daniel.

Sumter, SC  - Lynda Kay Nielsen Karel, age 80, beloved wife of 60 years to Robert James Karel, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family.Born in Pensacola, FL, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Nielsen and Evelyn Larson Nielsen.  After graduating high school, Lynda went on to obtain a master’s degree in education and enjoyed a very long successful career as a math teacher.  She taught at Gilbert High

Atlantic - Dwight Lee Boysen was born March, 9th, 1946 in Atlantic, Iowa, to the parents of Clifford H. Boysen (died October 21, 1994) and Velma (Babbitt) Boysen (died July 14th, 2014).He was baptized and confirmed at Monroe Chapel Global Methodist Church. In 1964 he graduated from Elk Horn High School in Elk Horn, Iowa. He married Raedell Ann Nelson on June 4th, 1965 and together they had 3 children; Lesley Ann (b. 1965), Douglas Ross (b.

Harlan - Bruce Robert Havick, son of Elmer and Wilma (Anderson) Havick, was born January 13, 1942, in Harlan, Iowa.  He was baptized and confirmed at the Presbyterian Church in Avoca, Iowa.  He attended grade school and high school in Avoca, where he graduated with the class of 1959.  Bruce was an Eagle Scout and involved with 4-H showing calves every year at the Shelby County Fair in High School.  As a veterinarian, Bruce continued his involv

Council Bluffs - Born January 31, 1948, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Trudy was the third of seven children born to Eugene and Mary Patricia Wanning Waldmann. She was baptized, confirmed, and married at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, where she also attended elementary school.Trudy began high school at Mercy High School in Omaha, later transferring to St.

Earling - Dewie J. Gaul, 96, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at his residence in Sioux City, IA.A visitation will be 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday, June 27, 2025, at Christy-Smith Funeral Homes, Larkin Chapel, 2320 Outer Drive North, with a prayer service at 6:30 pm.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Cathedral Parish-St. Joseph Catholic Church, with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery.Dewie J.