David Dean Obituary

David Dean Obituary as posted to Facebook by his daughter, Becky (Dean) Fletcher.

Due to current social gathering limitations we are posting Dad's Obituary / Bulletin / Service information below.

David Gary Dean, 77, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 16, 2020. He passed because of complications due to a long battle with Lymphoma but will always be remembered for his fighting spirit. Dave loved life and always had a positive attitude. He enjoyed the devotion of his family and the respect and love of many friends and neighbors.

Dave was born on March 2nd, 1943 and raised on a farm in the Russell, Iowa area. Dave met and married Roena 57 years ago. They celebrated life together and raised their daughters in Norwalk, Iowa. Dave was a salesman for Zep Manufacturing and retired after 42 years.

Dave was a Mason, a member of the Za-Ga-Zig Shrine and the Royal Order of Jesters. Dave was a kind, faithful and generous man. He spent many years volunteering his time and talents in their Church, the Women’s Violence Shelter and the Shrine. Dave enjoyed many years raising horses, restoring hot rods, flying his plane and traveling the world with his wife. Their favorite destination was South Padre Island where they celebrated many sunsets with dear friends. Dave had an adventurous spirit and his family will remember moments spent together that included skydiving, spelunking, ziplining, driving his ATV in the mountains and hunting. Each moment together was considered a blessing.

Dave will be deeply missed by his loving wife Roena, children, Mindy (Will) Alitz and Becky (Dave) Fletcher; granddaughter Samantha (John) Finneseth, grandsons, Tyler Alitz, Vance (Courtney) Fletcher and Chase Fletcher; great grandchildren Eric and Olivia Finneseth and his nieces and nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister.

Due to the gathering limit, an online service will be streamed from the family home, Thursday, April 23rd at 2pm and will be accessible for family and friends. You can attend the service by accessing Zoom with ID 4598748094 or through the link https://zoom.us/j/4598748094 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Shriner’s Children Hospital, or Wakonda Christian Church.

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Ronald L. Prough Obituary

RONALD L. PROUGH
May 20, 1945 - February 15, 2020
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

On February 15, 2020, Ronald L Prough passed away unexpectedly at work at the age of 74 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he had resided since 1974. Ronald worked at Abrahamson Bail Bonds for over 25 years, where he was an exemplary employee—hard working and dependable.
Ronald was born on May 20, 1945 in Chariton, Iowa to Harry Prough (“Junior”) and Ethel. Ronald spoke often of his fond memories with his Grandma Cottrell and Grandma Prough, and life on the farm as a child. These cherished memories carried throughout his life as he may have lived in the “city” but he was most definitely a “country boy” at heart. He adored his pets, the outdoors, flowers, and a simple way of life. He often wore his bib overalls, and always cowboy boots.
Ronald was drafted in October 1965 and served in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged from service in October 1967.
Ron was known for his kindness and grand generosity. He was meticulous, independent, introverted, and strong willed, yet extremely tender-hearted. He was a devoted friend and he loved very deeply those who were closest to him. His friends described him as the “brother they never had.” Ron adored his beloved dogs, and he valued his numerous vehicles. He enjoyed writing. He sent thousands of cards, letters and poems to those he held dear. He loved going to garage sales where he gathered collection upon collection of “treasures”.
In Ron’s own words found in his autobiography, “I have had a good and super blessed life. God has been so good to me, I give Him thanks and all the credit for so many blessings that have been bestowed upon me, for His meeting my needs over the years, for protection and guidance down this pathway of life. God had a reason for each person that has entered my life. I am especially thankful for my family, for the ones whose love has been so unconditional.”
Ronald was preceded in death by both of his parents, Harry Prough Jr, and Ethel Prough/Printy. He is survived by his two sisters Rhonda Anderson (Prough), and Marilyn (Rodney) Masters, aunt Doris (Rodney) Christensen, uncle Dale (Fern) Cottrell, uncle Harold (Daphen) Prough, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and his beloved dogs.
At Ronald’s request, no services will be held.
Condolences may be sent to Lynette Fadden 1051 SE 60th St Pleasant Hill, IA 50327.

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Harold Francis Prough Obituary

 

Harold Francis Prough

April 28, 1926 ~ March 23, 2020 (age 93)

 Harold Francis Prough was born April 28, 1926 to Harry and Birdella Prough in their home in rural Russell, Iowa.  Harold was the youngest of five children.  He attended rural schools through the eighth grade then went to Russell High School.
Harold enlisted in the Navy at the age of seventeen during World War II and served in the Asian Pacific Theater aboard the USSLCS (L) 35 (landing craft support) as a motor machinist mate first class.  He took part in the battles of Iwo Jima, Okinawa, Leyte, Saipan and others.
Upon returning to the states, he married the love of his life and best friend, Daphen Lucille Wilson, on March 21, 1946, They enjoyed 74 years of married life together.  He was honorably discharged in July of 1946.  The couple spent the first three years of their marriage in Greeley, Colorado and Twin Falls, Idaho before returning to Iowa.  They are the parents of four children, Terry Wayne, Penny Marie, Lynford Francis and Julie Ann.
Harold ran a blacksmith welding repair shop in Moravia for twelve years, then worked for Iowa Southern Utilities in the Moravia, Centerville district before being transferred to Newton, Iowa.  After retiring the couple moved back to Chariton.
Harold enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and especially spending time with his wife, four children, nine grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren.
He was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church, fifty year member of the Masonic Lodge, American Legion and Veteran of Foreign Wars.
Harold passed away March 23, 2020 at home with his wife Daphen by his side.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Della Prough; parents-in-law, Ted and Arlie Wilson; son Lenny Prough, granddaughter Cory Lewis and great-granddaughter Lita Rowley; brothers Merlin (Mildred) Prough; Harry Jr. (Ethel) Prough; sisters Haloise (Evan) Olson; Opal (Ellis) Goalsby; sister-in-law Mildred (Dean) Coles.  Left to mourn his passing is his loving wife Daphen, his beloved children, Terry Prough, Penny Rowley, Julie Lewis, grandchildren Jennifer Howell, Christian (Naomi) Rowley, Jessica Prough, Caleb Prough, Travis (Rachel) Lewis, Trent (Jennifer) Lewis, Troy (Andrea) Lewis, Lindsey (Jake Fredrich) Lewis and twenty-six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.  Memorial may be made to the First United Methodist Church.  On line condolences may be made to www.fieldingfuneralhomes.com.