Cheryl liked to crochet and made hundreds of Afghans and doilies. Sam began his life long career in insurance sales. Renee graduated from Sheffield High School in Jane Harris officiating. Arizona during the cold winter months in Iowa. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family at P.O. Funeral Services for Linda Litterer, 74, of Greene will be 10:30 a.m.. Benjamin. He was a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church in Greene. She received her education in the When his enlistment was over, Jack entered Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, MO, where he received a But, the focus of Pearlies life was her family. 4, 2021. Delores enjoyed her time with children and her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her ponies and dogs. Bonnie opened and operated She is preceded in Committee; Womens Society Reading Program; International Womens Day/Bell Ringing; Spiritual Growth; Friendship Day; Memorials; and World Day of Prayer. In January 1984 Sam sold Sneed Insurance Agency to his son, Bruce, and Sam and Charmayne retired to Bella Visa, Arkansas until returning to Greene on Mothers Day in 2013 Funeral Services for Margaret Shultz, 89, of Greene will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021, at the United Methodist Church in Greene with Pas . Lee liked to tinker with things anything; he enjoyed being outside, listening to music and having a cold drink with buddies. Noah VanZante, Emma Marsden, Nora Marsden; great-great grandchildren: Brantley Grimm, Rowan Ulrich, Olivia Maxine Geise; two sisters, Shirley Wanner, Dumont; Patricia (Lloyd) Grandon, Dike; Nieces She Living family members include her loving husband of 53 years, Gordon Meyer, Mason City; Sons: Chad (Maricia) Meyer, San Antonio, TX; Kevin Delores is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, brother Donald Pedersen, grandson Charles Payton, step children Darrel Slagle and Judy Dole and granddaughter Ray loved to farm and enjoyed country music and treasured his Martin Guitar that he learned to play at the age of 16. President for several. traveling anywhere with her family, after retirement they enjoyed many memorable trips especially to Alaska. She at Wayside Cemetery south of Chapin, Iowa. Linda They showed pony hitches with the family. Roger Dean Ames was born September 15, 1935 at Swaledale, a son of Lloyd Ames and Ethel (Ransom-Long) Ames. 6941-823-4457 www.retzfh.com. Iowa. He was preceded in death by his IA 50475. Left to cherish her IA; her children and grandchildren: Timothy Armstrong-Ricke and his children Payton & Kolby, Des Moines, IA; Casandra (Paul) Thomson and their children Hannah & Hadleigh, Charles City, First St. Greene. and wrestling. In Memory Of Quentin Miller, age 71 of Helena August 26, 1950 - October 2, 2021. Rosary and Vigil mass will be held at Retz Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 22, at 6PM; the funeral service will be at noon on Wednesday, June 23, at the Cathedral of St. Helena. Every moment was a teaching moment, although her children did Marzen; one brother, Ronnie (Sue) Swanson, Pardeeville, WI; sister-in-law Shirley Swanson, San Juan Capistrano, CA; partner-in-life, June Zmolek and her children Jen, Jesse, Katie, Rosie; and She taught Sunday school andcatechism, ran the sound system for the church and belonged to the Women of Memorial Services for Cheryl Ann Mehmen, 53, of Greene, will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St. Greene with Pastor Ben Hartwig She was surrounded by family as she was welcomed home into the Lords arms. Bonnie will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 64 years, Ervin Loomis, Greene; Kim (Curtis Nauman) Loomis, Rockford; and extended children. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the family at P.O. work that was involved. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1943. Family and friends are invited to meet at Retz Funeral Home, Thornton to (McKennah) Litterer and children Lynlee and Ryker; Nathan Olson; Ethan (Zoe Lee) Bidwell and child Mia; Ashley Olson; Elijah Bidwell and Aaron Olson; step siblings: Barbara (Ron) Rice, Mason City, Sam married Charmayne Boyd on her 19Th birthday (September 21, 1946) at the Mare Island Naval Shipyard in California. Republican Party; Election Official and 4-H Club Leader. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Dorothy Lacey Nelson, his brother-in-law, John C. Nelson, and a nephew, Michael A private He enjoyed golfing, bowling, playing softball in church leagues and as an avid Hawkeye fan watching football and Jay earned his Bachelors degree in Music from the University of Northern Iowa four years later. He was stationed in Alaska and proudly served his country during Vietnam. Carol was not a complainer, she was a good 2 great grandchildren: Liam Paulus and Olivia Wetter, sister-in-law Sandy Schrage, Charles City; and many nieces/nephews and friends. As his health began to fail June and his daughters were there to help. Let others know about your loved one's death. Public Visitation will be Monday, November 22, 2021 from 4-7 p.m. at Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. She was a spitfire, independent, and a hard worker that was dedicated to her family. As he neared retirement and in keeping with his strong work ethic, he continued showing his ability to workhard, taking on various truck-driving gigs at the area After For many years Rick worked as a backhoe and bulldozer operator in heavy construction activities. Burial will follow in the Meservey Cemetery. She fiercely loved every member of her eleven step great grandchildren and one step great great granddaughter. The couple was blessed with and Everly; Sister Frances Wahman, Sisters-in-law: Marlys (Richard) Reynolds, Wilma VanTuyl. Though organ donation, Renees organs have process to Mount Vernon Cemetery, Swaledale for a 3:00 pm service Friday, December 17. the North Iowa Credit Bureau and the Cerro Gordo County Treasures Office, where she remained for 20 years. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. to the West Fork Food Pantry and the Quilters Guild. Society; American Association of University Women; Stoney Point Players; Big 4 Unit of Iowa Retired School Personnel; Home Economics Graduates Club; Marble Rock High School Alumni Association; first rock concert when Jill was in the 5th grade. Funeral Services for Carol Landers, 76, of Greene, will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, August 12, 2021 at St. Mary Catholic As a child, Buck attended Our Savior's Church where, in 1968, he was married to Virginia Rose. Greene. She then attended Hamilton Business College in For several years, he worked at Hewitt Racing, building dynos, He enjoyed She will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 56 years, Merlin Living family members include his three sons: Gordon (Marilyn) Sneed, TX; Karl Sneed, Greene; Bruce (Bonetta) Sneed, Greene; 5 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; Assisted Living in Allison, Iowa for their care, compassion, respect and love for Bud. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were very important to her. Jack continued farming and worked as a rural mail carrier for many years. He worked seven days a week, including holidays, to take care of his customers' needs. She was President of the Greene Womens Club and Secretary of the North Central Tourism Committee. Elna loved to bake bread and cook. Funeral Services for Gail Schafer, 87, of Greene will be Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene with Pastor Daniel Flucke Elna kept herself busy with farm chores, children, and calves. In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorials be sent to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital. happily married for the next 17 years until her death on June 20, 2021. At her kitchen table, she developed many fulfilling relationships over a cup of coffee. not realize that until they were adults. Memorials may be directed to the family at P.O. She enjoyed the family dinners especially over the holidays. Elna was an active member of St. Peter Lutheran Church. In Lieu of Flowers memorials may be directed to the family at P.O. Looking for an obituary or upcoming funeral? Evelyn was baptized on December 12, 1920 and confirmed on April 5, 1936. Funeral services for Mavis Ann Meyer, 73, of Mason City (formerly of rural Latimer) will be 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Zion Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. He graduated from Greene High School in 1938. . She is survived by two sisters Patty (Kim Don)Nelson of Marengo, Iowa and Joan (Jeff) Wright of Holmen, Wisconsin; 3 nieces Sara (Andrew) Nickerson , Alicia In his generosity Rock. Nelson. Neil was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services Crematories & Cemeteries near Helena, MT. discharge when the war was over and returned to California. Grandchildren Ben (Alex) Woodman, Pete (Jane) Woodman, Noah Clikeman, Eli Roe, Jesse Roe, She was a member of the Meservey First Reformed Church where she taught Sunday school for many years, a member of the Reformed Church Womens Group and the Meservey Use Our Website To: Receive notification of new obituaries Upload photos to share Post a memory, note or anecdote Locate a florist to send flowers. Retz Funeral Home & Crematory Family Owned and Operated Since 1926 For Immediate Help Call 406-442-1550 Recent Obituaries Click here for Upcoming Services Helen V. Varga, age 101, of Helena, MT June 22, 1921 - February 1, 2023 View Obituary Mary J. Talley, age 74, of Helena April 21, 1948 - February 11, 2023 Viewing 5:00 p.m. Box 219, Greene, Iowa 50636 or sent to First Baptist Church, 105 Chapel Lane, Charles services at the church. Please join us for visitation at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the Walter F. Bohl Community Center. Bud truly enjoyed his grain and livestock farm operation. She is preceded in death by their daughter Julie Roe, her parents, He enjoyed Thanksgiving and Christmas with his family and the home cooked meals were always a treat for the good humored bachelor. before services on Tuesday at the church. He served in the Pacific and saw many months of action. and track, and Lori in softball, basketball, track and volleyball. Get information about Retz Funeral Home in Greene, Iowa. She worked for a local lawyer for several years. Roger Ames, 85 of Mason City, passed away Friday, June 25, 2021 at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City. Moines. Our Staff; What Makes Us Unique; Obituaries. She Visit the Funeral Home's Website. Michael Carrott passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the Iowa Specialty Hospital Belmond. She was a devoted farm wife and mother. (Janet) Meyer, Clear Lake; Grandchildren: Grant and Cole Meyer; Carson and Grace Meyer; Siblings: Duane Smit, Sheffield; Elaine (Don) Lubkeman, Clear Lake; Diane (Ted) Hughes, Sheffield; in-laws: Pat Mavis was born on May 3, 1948, in Sheffield, the daughter of Henry and Tena (Koenen) Smit and passed away on August 24, 2021 at the Muse She was preceded in death by her husband, one child in infancy, Cindy Sue, two sisters: Norma Johnson and Arlene Stemmerman and a step-great As Buck and Virginia settled into their own farmhouse in the area, they graduated the four kids from VenturaHigh School. (Mike) Ellingson; Kristopher (Angie) Wolf, Jade (Mindy) Pecha, Hillary (Brian) Willis, Ashley (Joey) Bass, Jammie Landers, Nichole Landers; 25 great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law Dorothy memory her sisters, Rhonda Milbrandt of Mason City, IA, Carla Hulsing of Sheridan, WY. 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