Margaret Ann (Kells) Kylander Death

This news came from Charles M. Wright

Relatives and friends of Margaret Ann (Kells) Kylander have received word of her death on May 18 at Kremmling, Colorado. She was 90 years old. Margaret was born September 22, 1922 in Washington Township, Lucas County, the eldest child of Glenn A. Kells and Edythe M. (Wright) Kells, longtime Russell residents. She graduated from Russell High School in 1939. She taught for a time in Iowa and in Powell and Cheyenne, Wyoming. In 1946 she was married to John Francis Kylander in Billings, Montana. Since the death of her husband in 2010, Margaret has lived in the home of her daughter Sue Ann Pratt at Kremmling, Colorado. No funeral service is planned. Her cremains will be interred together with those of her husband in Powell, Wyoming at a later date. Margaret is survived by son Jed and his wife and daughter Sue Ann and her husband; sisters Wanda (Hy) Calderon of Colorado Springs, CO and JoVon (Chuck) DeBok of Boone, IA., and sister-in-law Bernadine Kells of Chariton; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Harold Rasmus' Obituary

Visitation: 1:00-2:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2013
Fielding Funeral Home
Chariton, IA

Service: 2:00 p.m., Friday, May 24, 2013
Fielding Funeral Home
Chariton, IA

Interment: Russell Cemetery
Russell, IA

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Harold Rasmus was born on April 19, 1919 at Chariton, Iowa to Clifford A. Rasmus and Belle (Gookin) Rasmus.

Harold passed away on May 20, 2013 at the Chariton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Chariton, Iowa.

He was 94 years old.

Harold is survived by his sister, Martha (Rasmus) McCormick and brother-in-law Kenneth C. McCormick of Lucas, Iowa.

Harold immensely enjoyed teasing his nieces Connie (Leon) Ehlers of Lucas, Iowa; Carol McCormick of Bentonville, Arkansas; and Carla (Guy) Hausrath of Plattsburgh, New York.

He is also survived by great-nieces, Laurie (Chad) Breyfogle of Cincinnati, Ohio; Lisa Jo Ehlers, of the United States territory of Guam; Katherine Hausrath of Plattsburgh, New York; great-nephews Kenneth Hausrath, Stephen Hausrath, and Thomas Hausrath, all of Plattsburgh, New York; and great, great-niece Amelia Noel Breyfogle of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Harold's early school years were spent at the Meyers country school in Benton Township of Lucas County.

When weather allowed he rode his pony, Tommy, to school.

Harold graduated from Chariton High School in 1937.

He and Kenneth were in the same class.

They frequently reminisced about their high school days.

Harold was a farmer and raised turkeys and cattle.

Harold lived on the farm for over 50 years.

On July 10, 1981 Harold married Genevieve (Gen) Lockridge.

After a few years on the farm, they moved to Russell.

Harold and Gen faithfully attended the Center Church east of Russell.

In 2006 Harold and Gen moved to the Chariton Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.

Services will be held May 24, 2013 at the Fielding Funeral Home in Chariton, Iowa.

Visitation with the family will begin at 1:00 p.m. and the funeral service will follow at

2:00 p.m.

Interment will be at the Russell Cemetery.

Hilton Roderic "Rod" Turbot Obituary

March 19, 1919 - April 3, 2013

H. Roderic "Rod" Turbot, age 94 of Fernandina Beach, FL passed away Thursday evening, April 4, 2013 at the McGraw Center for Caring in Jacksonville, FL.  Mr. Turbot was born on March 19, 1919 in Russell, Iowa, the son of the late Hilton A. Turbot and Mary Meryle Wright.  He was a native of Russell and graduated from Russell High School in 1936.  He attended the University of Iowa and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Engineering in 1942.  Mr. Turbot joined the war effort and became a flight instructor for the United States Army-Air Corp during WWII.  He also met and married Cora Dudley during that time and they resided in Chariton, Iowa.  Following the war, he began giving private flight instructions.  Mr.Turbot later was employed by Johnson Machine Works in Chariton, Iowa, building bridges and aircraft hangers.  In 1959, he relocated along with his family to Fernandina Beach where he formed ACME Machine Works in Jacksonville, FL and retired in 1984.  He leaves behind his wife of 70 years, Cora Dudley "Coty" Turbot of Fernandina Beach, FL his son H. Roderic Turbot II of Orlando FL, his daughters, Mary Pamela Grant and Deborah Ann Nordstrom both of Fernandina Beach, FL.  His brother, Larry Turbot of Omaha, NE, one grandson and three great-grandchildren of Chatham, NJ.  A service is planned at a later date.  Memorials may be made in his name to Community Hospice, 4715 Worrall Way, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

Ervin Lowell Burton Obituary

Visitation: 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2013 - Fielding Funeral Homes - Chariton, IA

Service: 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2013 - Fielding Funeral Homes - Chariton, IA
With burial to follow at the East Cincinnati, Iowa Cemetery, with Military rites accorded 

Interment: Cincinnati Cemetery - Cincinnati, IA

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Ervin Lowell Burton

(July 18, 1923 - April 4, 2013)

Ervin Lowell Burton was born on July 18, 1923 in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of William A. Burton and Nellie Gonsor Burton, and went to heaven on April 4, 2013 with his family surrounding him at his daughter's home after a brave battle with cancer.

Ervin enjoyed walking in nature, hunting, fishing, recycling, watching sports events, and spending time with his family friends and his church family. He was active in the VFW, Lions Club, American Legion, Democratic Party, Masons, PURE, Alzheimer's Association, Faith Methodist Church of Russell, Iowa, Community Club, and several public education support groups.

Ervin graduated from Cincinnati Iowa High School before entering the Army in 1943.

He served in WWII on the European Front and was awarded The Bronze Star while there.

He married Jessie Emma Carey on August 6, 1945 in Centerville, Iowa.

After leaving the Army, he went on to receive a B.A. from Parsons College and graduate degrees from Drake University.

Ervin worked in the field of public education for 36 years.

He was employed in Kahoka, MO; Cincinnati, Iowa; Moravia, Iowa; Moulton-Udell, Iowa; Clear Creek Community in Tiffin, Iowa; Davis County in Bloomfield, Iowa; Mediapolis, Iowa; and Russell, Iowa.

Upon his retirement, Ervin stated, "I will miss the opportunity to help better our schools from within."

Surviving are his children, Rick (Sandy) Burton of Palm Harbor, Florida; Pamela Lindley Smith of Iowa City, Iowa; and Cheryl (Paul) Schomberg of Dubuque, Iowa.

Ervin had 9 grandchildren: Tara (Mike) Kuk, Joshua (Lauren) Burton, Sherry (Eban) Hill, Maxwell Smith, Margeaux (Angelo) Ramirez, John (Sharon) Schomberg, Luke (Ruth) Schomberg, Zachary Schomberg, and Halee Schomberg.

He was also survived by 7 great grandchildren: Demetrius Ramirez, Charlotte Ramirez, Willow Ramirez, Ian Schomberg, Hans Schomberg, Kai Schomberg, and Raven Westpheling-Smith.

Ervin was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie Carey Burton, four brothers and three sisters, his parents, and one grandson Ben Matthew Schomberg.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and the Alzheimer's Association in Ervin's name.

The family of Ervin would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque, especially Dawn and Penny, Dr. Christian Schultheis, and Dr. Scott A. Brock, who gave care and support to him and his family in the last months of his life.

Dean Lewis Werts Obituary

Dean Lewis Werts was born in Russell January 23, 1922, and passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at the age of 91, at the Legacy Lodge in Chariton, Iowa.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Artie Werts, his wife, Ruth Werts, grandson, Todd Anthony Werts, and siblings, Wilma Strait, Roger Werts, and Dale Werts. He is survived by his four children and spouses; Carl and Ellen Werts of Russell, Rhea and Craig Weideman of Virginia Beach, VA; Mark and Nadene Werts of Graham, WA; and Lynn and Freddie Stuart of Chariton; eight grandchildren and several spouses, Chad and Alissa Werts, Brandy Japhet, Jason and Karen Stuart, Shawn and Katie Werts, Justin and Tina Stuart, Gavin Werts, Jaci and Tom Ripperger, and Jansen and Amy Stuart; thirteen great-grandchildren; with number fourteen to arrive shortly; brother and sister-in-law, Burdette and Lois Werts; sisters-in-law, Deloris Werts and Charlotte Werts; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Bob and Mary Ellen Moore.
Other than a few years in Nebraska, Dean spent his entire life in the Russell Lucas County area and graduated from Russell High School. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in September 1940, earned his wings and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in 1943.  Flying the P47" Thunderbolt" fighter, Dean flew over 100 combat missions over Europe during World War II. He married Ruth Deutschle February 21, 1945, in Ottumwa, Iowa. Dean was discharged from the service December 31, 1945, and began farming. They lived on two different farms near Russell.

Dean was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Russell and a lifetime member of Russell American Legion, Charlie Clark Post #308. He served on the Russell School Board and the Federal Land Bank Board. He enjoyed deer hunting, farming, and spending time with his family. Dean and Ruth also enjoyed spending their winters in South Texas.

Pall bearers were Jason, Justin and Jansen Stuart, Shawn Werts, Freddie Stuart and Craig Weideman. Honorary bearers were Chad and Gavin Werts, Brandy Japhet , Jaci Ripperger, Ralph Conner, and Phil Shenefield.

Visitation for Dean was Saturday, March 30, at 9:30 a.m. with services to follow at 10:30 a.m.; burial in the Russell Cemetary.

Glendoris Fern Shelton Tanner Obituary

Glendoris Fern Shelton was born on November 18, 1923 to Robert and Florence (Hale) Shelton.  She grew up on a dairy farm in Minnesota.  On December 24, 1940, she married her childhood sweetheart William Harry Tanner in Mora, Minnesota.  They were blessed with four beautiful children:  Judith, Wanda, Raelynn  and Kevin.  Glendoris died on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at the age of 89.

Glendoris taught reading at 4 Peaks Elementary School in Apache Junction, Arizona.  She enjoyed music, reading and taking care of her family.  She spent many hours crocheting and sewing.  She and Harry loved their little Pomeranian dogs; several were named Molly.  Their present little Molly will miss her terribly.  She loved her home in Russell and was an immaculate housekeeper.  She loved Harry as much when she passed as she did when they were childhood sweethearts.  Everyone who knew Glendoris loved her.  She will be missed by her family and friends.

Survivors include her husband Harry, sisters Veva Modesto of Arizona, Darlene Nelson and Marilynn Brankom of Minnesota, Gladys Shelton of Oregon, daughters Wanda (Teddy) Reed, Raelynn (Scott) Luehring and son Kevin Tanner.  Grandchildren David (Cindy) Glover, Quint Porter, Shawn Porter, Zina (James) Britt, Tina Reed, Harry G. Reed, Abby (Chris) Cunningham, Ian Luehring and Trevor (Jenna) Tanner.  She was also blessed with many great and great-great-grandchildren, all of which she enjoyed spending time with.

Services for Glendoris Fern Tanner were held Monday, March 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fielding Funeral Home in Chariton, Iowa with Pastor David Tyree officiating.  Visitation was held Sunday, March 24, 2013 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Interment was at the Chariton Cemetery following services.

Pallbearers were Shawn Porter, Jim Britt, Quint Porter, Larry Templeton, Ian Luehring, Richard Porter and Chris Cunningham.

Condolences made be made at Fielding Funeral Homes  on the Internet.

Joan Trenary Death

Born Saturday June 17, 1922  Passed Away  Wednesday  March 13, 2013

Visitation: 1-2:30 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2013
Fielding Funeral Homes
Chariton, IA

Service: 2:30 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2013
Fielding Funeral Homes
Chariton, IA

Interment: Russell Cemetery
Russell, IA

Bruce Linville Obituary

Bruce E. Linville, 55, of Ottumwa passed away Sunday, March 10, 2013 at Ottumwa Regional Health Care Center.

Bruce was born in Centerville on September 20, 1957 to Richard and Marie (Scheitel) Linville.  He received his education from Russell High School graduating in 1976. Bruce worked on the family farm and drove a truck over the road.  He enjoyed doing mechanical work and listening to music.  Bruce really enjoyed watching woodworking and farm shows on television.

Bruce is survived by three siblings: Marceline (Dennis) Slack of Kingston, Iowa, Rhonda (Mark) White of Chariton, Dennis Linville of Chariton and 11 nieces and nephews. His parents preceded Bruce in death.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton with Rev. Rich Gates officiating. Visitation will be 1 hour prior from 1-2 p.m. Memorials may be given to the family, which will be designated at a later date. Interment will be in Confidence Cemetery.

Mary Lou Johnson Obituary

Mary Lou Johnson - Born January 9, 1926 - Passed Away March 8, 2013

Visitation: 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 12, 2013Fielding Funeral Homes
Chariton, IA
Service: 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Fielding Funeral Homes
Chariton, IA
Interment: Russell Cemetery
Russell, IAv

Mary E. Isley Obituary

Mary Ellin (Brees) Isley of Knoxville, Iowa, formerly of Russell, Iowa, passed away on March 5, 2013 at the Comfort House Hospice of Pella, Iowa.  Mary was born December 19, 1933, daughter of Walter and Ruth (Kelley) Brees.  She attended Blaine Grade School, north of Knoxville and attended High School in Knoxville, Iowa.  She married Chester D. Isley, May 5, 1951 at Elizabeth City, North  Carolina.  They were blessed with two children, Don Isley and Nancy (Isley) Kinsey.  Mary spent 14 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant at the Lucas County Hospital in Chariton, and 2 years at Casey's.  Mary went to be with Chet her husband of 47 years, her parents, twin infant sisters Jane and June, and sister Esther Woolridge.  She is survived by her son, Chester Donald Ivey Jr. of Perry,daughter Nancy Kinsey of Lovilla, four grandchildren; Ashlee (John) Davis of Hamilton, IA, Chelsee Kinsey of Denver, Colorado, Angelica and Terry Isley of Perry.Mary was blessed with 2 great grandchildren, Braxton and Taylor Davis of Hamilton, Iowa whom she loved dearly.  She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and friends.  Mary's family was the love of her life.  Mary loved going to the kid's ballgames, grandchildren basketball and softball games.  She had a love for country music and was a huge Elvis Presley fan.  She liked gardening and flowers, and enjoyed dancing with Chet.  She will be greatly missed by all.  Until we meet again, I love you all dearly.

Gwendolyn Marcelle (Allard) Arnold

Gwendolyn Marcelle (Allard) Arnold of Chariton, passed away at Iowa Methodist Hospital on January 15, 2013 at the age of 85 years.
Gwen was born February 12, 1927 in Decatur County, Iowa to Linden Allard and Dorthea (Meyers) Allard. She lived on a farm south of Russell and attended country school and then graduated from Russell High School in 1943.
On October 29, 1944, she was united in marriage to E. Max Arnold at the First Baptist Church in Russell, Iowa. They lived on a farm south of Chariton, Iowa. To this union three children were born: Larry, Dwayne, and Joyce. She was a devoted housewife and worked part-time as a secretary and bookkeeper at Arnold Bros. Inc. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She faithfully attended the First Baptist Church located in Chariton, Iowa until her health began to fail.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Linden and Dorthea Allard; her brother, Calvin Allard and her sister, Linden Allard.
Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Max Arnold of Chariton, IA; her children, Larry Arnold of Bentonville, AR, Dwayne Arnold of Chariton, IA, and Joyce Arnold of Chariton, IA; her grandchildren, Heather (Travis) Kirkland of Centerville, IA, Misty Arnold of West Des Moines, IA, Kim (Mitch) Semon of Shreveport, Louisiana, Brain Halferty of Derby, IA and Brad Halferty; her great grandchildren, Cade, Maddie, and Quincy Kirkland of Centerville, IA, Olivia, Natalee, and Lance Halferty of Derby, IA and McKenzie Halferty of Chariton, IA; and many friends and family.

Dorcas Davis Obituary

Memorial services for Dorcas and Earl Davis will be held January 24, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton with family receiving friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made in care of HCI Care Services or the Chariton Senior Center.
Dorcas was born March 13, 1924 in Russell, Iowa to Guy and Hazel McKinley Smith. She graduated Russell High School in 1944. She was married to Charlie Powers and to this union Shirley was born.
Earl was born May 15, 1922 in Russell, Iowa to Lambert and Mabel Scarr Davis. He graduated from Russell High School in 1939 and attended Parsons College for a year. He enlisted in the Marine Corps and served in the South Pacific until 1946.
On February 20, 1947 Dorcas and Earl were united in marriage, to this union two children were born: Terry and Sonya. They farmed together until 1972. They also both worked at Russell Produce during this time. In addition Earl worked at Johnson Machine Works and later for Arnold Brothers in Russell and Dorcas worked at Bob Stone Cordage and Farmers Co-op for many years.
After selling the farm in 1972 Dorcas and Earl enjoyed traveling during the winter months for 23 years in Arizona, California, Texas, and Florida. Earl enjoyed the farm and woodworking. Dorcas enjoyed making crafts, knitting, crocheting, gardening, canning, and playing cards. They both enjoyed the time spent with family and especially enjoyed their grandchildren.
Dorcas passed away January 19, 2013 at the age of 88 years; her husband Earl passed away March 30, 2005 at the age of 82. Preceding them in death were their parents; siblings: Florence Osenbaugh, Charles Smith, Vernon Smith, and Noland Smith who died as an infant; and by two sons-in-law and a daughter-in-law. They are survived by children: Shirley Powers Morr, Terry Davis, and Sonya Putz; 5 grandchildren: Lori (Jeff) Hansen, Marty (Nancy) Wantland, Toni (Todd) Perdew, Earl (Danielle) Putz, and Lewis Putz; 8 great grandchildren; and 6 great great grandchildren

Leola I. McKinley Obituary

Leola I. McKinley was born on Monday, November 5, 1917 and passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013, in Fort Dodge, Iowa and is now reunited with her husband Paul Foster McKinley who left us several years ago.  Leola is survived by sisters Bethel Harrington and Wilma Ralston, two sons, Terry and Robert; five grandchildren, Christoper, Danita, Arron, Thomas and Kristina; and six great grandchildren: Chloe, Isaac, Bella, Caleb, Kieran and Madelyn.

Paul and Leola were devoted to each other, and to their ministry in Evangelical United Brethern and United Methodist Church churches.  Paul aslo served for several yeas as Chaplin at the United methodist retirement campus, Friendship Village in Fort Dodge and later were residents and volunteers there, until Leola's passing.

We celebrated their lives on January 28, 2013 at a memorial servie at Friendship Village and on January 29, 2013 in Chariton, Iowa, where they lived for many years after they retired and where firneds and relatives reside today.

Leola will be interred next to Paul in a small cemetery outside Russell, Iowa, where Paul's father left farming to become an ordained pastor.  God has surely prepared a place for them, and both have been eager to meet again.

Let us celebrate their reunion and the love of God they felt so deeply.

Visitation: 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 29, 2013 and Service follows at 10:30 a.m., at Fielding Funeral Homes, Chariton, IA.  Interment: Russell Cemetery

James E. Werts Obituary

Services will be Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. Family will receive friends Wednesday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. Memorials are requested to the Russell Historical Museum or the First Baptist Church in Russell.

James E. Werts was born October 20, 1931 at home near Russell, Iowa to Ralph and Alice (Wright) Werts. He graduated from Russell High School in 1950 and joined the United States Air Force in 1951. He served during the Korean Conflict and was stationed in Germany as a decoder. Jim started dating Beverly Pierce in high school and they were married September 5, 1952. They were blessed with three daughters: Wendy, Terry, and Cindy.
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Jim enjoyed collecting. He collected guns, coins, Gene Autry memorabilia, and loved collecting tractors. He went to many tractor pulls and always enjoyed local parades and rides. Jim was a man of many talents. He could fix anything around the home or farm. He was very proud of Russell and volunteered his time and talents; serving as vice president of the Russell Museum, a member of the Russell Town Band; and a member, deacon, choir director, and trustee of the First Baptist Church. He especially enjoyed singing in a quartet and at his church.

He often enjoyed a game of chess with his brother, Burton. Jim was always close to his family, spending time with them and enjoying simple pleasures that life offered. His girls remember many family vacations, especially the trip to Yellowstone with all five of them riding in the front of a pick up. Jim & Bev camped at the Iowa State Fair every year from 1956 until 2011.

Jim passed away on December 23, 2012 at the age of 81 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings: Burton Werts and Mary Lee Werts; and a great grandson Max Sander.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Beverly; daughters: Wendy (Dan) Blue, Terry (Rick) Elmore, Cindy (Robert) Smith; 9 grandchildren: Jeremy, Jenny, Jamie, Kelly, Conrad, Kayla, Jason, Juston, and Jordon; and 14 great grandchildren. Also surviving are many relatives and a host of friends.

Olive Marie (Lord) Howie Obituary

Services for Olive Howie, 85, were held Monday, December 24, 2012 at 2 p.m.  Visitation was held Friday, December 21, 2012 from 6-8p.m.  Interment was in Bethel Cemetery.  Fielding Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Olive Marie Lord Howie was born November 24, 1927 in Grinnell, Iowa to George and Cordia (Morgan) Lord.  She passed from this life Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012 in Albia, Iowa at the age of 85 years.
Olive was a warm loving person who accepted people for who they were.  She also raised a large family and her children's friends were always welcomed in her home.  Olive was a mother and Granny to lots of people who were only related by her love.  She was loved and respected by many.  Even though life had challengers and was sometimes difficult for Olive, she still managed to love and raise ten children.  Olive could be described as an amazingly hard worker.  However, she did have a love for the outdoors.  She enjoyed planting and working a large vegetable garden.  Olive had an apprecidation for the beauty of flowers as well.  In her spare time, she also enjoyed going for long walks and collecting interesting rocks found in nature.
Olive was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Howie; her parents, George Cordia (Morgan) Lord, and her sister, Anna Mae Lord.
Memorials may be made to the Monroe County Home.  Online condolences may be sent to www.fieldingfuneralhomes.com .