Obituaries
Dennis Grimm
Aug 14, 2025
Dennis Edward Grimm was born on May 27, 1941, in Carroll, Iowa, to Ernest and Elberta (Hagedorn) Grimm. The family spent several years in Hastings, Nebraska, before returning to Manning. Dennis was baptized and later confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He attended Manning High School, graduating with the Class of 1959, and went on to study at Northwest School of...
Kristin Dreyer
Aug 13, 2025
Kristin Kae, daughter of Earl and Lea (Avery) Schock, was born January 28, 1975, in New Sharon, Iowa. She grew up in New Sharon and graduated from North Mahaska High School in 1993. She attended the University of Northern Iowa and graduated with a degree in elementary education in 1997.
On June 24, 2000, Kristin was united in marriage with Jay...
Michael Rostermundt
Aug 8, 2025
Michael Paul Rostermundt, age 64, of Manilla, Iowa, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on October 14, 1960, he was the youngest of twelve children to Carl and Inez (Freml) Rostermundt. Michael was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend, known for his sharp wit, quiet humor, and spirited personality.
He...
Justeen Schwieso
Jul 7, 2025
Justeen Maree Schwieso was born on October 12, 1988, the daughter of Jeff Schwieso and Nancy (Fogleman) Muhlbauer in Manning, Iowa. She was baptized and later confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Manning. Justeen graduated from Manning High School with the Class of 2007 and went on to pursue higher education at Buena Vista University, earning her bachelor’s degree. Always...
Tami Sue Petersen
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Tami Petersen 7/21/1960 – 7/5/2025
It is with heavy hearts and tearful eyes that we say goodbye to Tami, who passed away at home in Spokane, WA, after a brief illness. Her vibrant spirit and sense of fun made every day feel a little brighter. She lit up every room with her energy, and her presence made...
Judy Lingle
Jul 3, 2025
Judy Sue Lingle was born a twin on August 2, 1943, the daughter of Henry Claus and Florence Mabel (Schroeder) Thomssen in Carroll, Iowa. She was baptized on October 24, 1943, and later confirmed her faith on May 28, 1961, both at Trinity Lutheran Church in Manilla, where she remained a lifelong member. Judy was raised on country farms and...
Karla Ann Hamann
Jun 25, 2025
Karla Ann (Sailer) Hamann, daughter of Leonard and Mary (Grote) Sailer, was born on September 30, 1963 at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Carroll, IA. Karla was raised in Carroll until her family moved to a farm northeast of Manning, IA in 1971. Karla attended college at Des Moines Area Community College and graduated with her associate’s degree in business. Out...
Judith V. Lee
Jun 21, 2025
Judith “Judy” Vi Lee was born on July 1, 1943, to Oscar “James” Jr. and Verna (Jensen) Atkins in Coon Rapids, Iowa. The family moved frequently during her early years before settling in Manning in 1955. Judy attended school in Manning, and on October 25, 1960, she was united in marriage with Carl F. Lee. Together, they made their home...
Geraldine "Geri" Spies
Jun 19, 2025
Geraldine Louise “Geri” Spies was born on April 26, 1944, in Aspinwall, Iowa, to Lester and Ruby (Cavanaugh) Dammann. She grew up in Manning and graduated from Manning High School with the Class of 1962, where she enjoyed playing the trumpet in the school band.
After high school, Geri worked for a telephone company, operating the switchboard for a time. It...
Helen D. Thiesen
Jun 7, 2025
Helen Diane Thiesen of Manilla, lowa, passed away June 7, 2025, at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital in Denison, lowa. She was 82 years old. Helen was born to Wilma (Anderson) and Fernand Thiesen on September 9, 1942, in Manning, lowa. She grew up on a farm south of Manilla and attended Manilla Community School, graduating in 1960. She then...
Kelly Croghan
Jun 1, 2025
Kelly Joseph Croghan, the firstborn son of John Joseph and Mary (Wieland) Croghan, was born on April 1, 1970, in Lake City, Iowa. He grew up in Manning and graduated with the Class of 1988.
Following high school, Kelly attended Iowa Central College in Fort Dodge, earning his degree in Food Marketing Management in 1990. On September 28 of that same...
Theda Jean Wiese
May 8, 2025
Theda Jean Wiese, daughter of Raymond and Hermagene (Stephens) Towne, was born on February 25, 1939, in Portsmouth, Iowa. She grew up in Walnut and graduated with the Class of 1957.
After high school, Theda worked at Mutual of Omaha for two years before moving to Avoca. It was at the Chicken Hut in Harlan that she met Allan Wiese, and...
Dorothy Knudson
Apr 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Dorothy Irene Knudson announce her passing on April 28, 2025, at the age of 94.
On April 4, 1931, Dorothy Moore was born on the family farm near Botna, Iowa, to Clinton and Alice (McKeever) Moore. As a small child, she enjoyed caring for the animals with her dad, helping her mother...
Rita Bruch
Apr 25, 2025
Rita Eva was born on December 19, 1944, in Carroll, Iowa and grew up near Maple River. She was the daughter of Frank and Loretta (Steffes) Broich. She attended grade school at St. Francis in Maple River and then worked as a caregiver for young children and helped local families with laundry, cooking and cleaning. She married Marvin Bruch on...
Paul Raymond Irlbeck
Apr 19, 2025
Paul Raymond Irlbeck was born on March 26, 1964, the son of Raymond and Marian (Grossman) Irlbeck in Carroll, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed into the Catholic faith. He grew up on a farm near Aspinwall and received his education from Manning High School and graduated with the class of 1983.
Paul earned his master mechanic certification and built his...
Joan Martha Justice
Apr 14, 2025
Joan Martha (Heithoff) Justice, age 82, of Minden, Iowa, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025.
Joan entered the world on March 12, 1943, the beloved daughter of Linus and Marge (Kisgen) Heithoff. She spent her early years in Templeton, Iowa, before moving to Manning, where she graduated from Manning High School in 1961.
Joan dedicated many years to nurturing both hearts...
William "Bill" H. Bruhn, Jr.
Apr 11, 2025
William “Bill” Henry Bruhn Jr., the son of William Henry Sr. and Wilhelmina Emma Marguerite (Hansen) Bruhn, was born on July 15, 1936, at home in rural Manning, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lincoln Township near Gray, Iowa—a church that would remain close to his heart throughout his life.
Bill discovered his love for farming...
Steven Spangler
Apr 4, 2025
Steven Dale Spangler was born on August 6, 1959, the son of Dale and Arlene (Ober) Spangler in Eagle Grove, Iowa. He received his education from Eagle Grove High School. Following his education, he enlisted into the Iowa Army National Guard, where he proudly served until receiving his honorable discharge in 1979.
On July 12, 1985, Steven married Sue Pelz. Together,...
Dale A. Swanson
Mar 20, 2025
Dale Allen Swanson, son of Richard and Shirley (Schroeder) Swanson, was born on June 19, 1956, in Iowa. He grew up in Manilla and attended school through the 10th grade and later worked as a Shift Supervisor for AGP.
Dale passed away at his home in Manning on March 20, 2025, having attained the age of 68 years, 9 months and...
Klaus D. Kollatschny
Mar 19, 2025
Klaus Dieter Kollatschny was born on September 28, 1937, the son of Reinhold and Irmgard (Giermann) Kollatschny in Berlin, Germany. He passed away on March 19, 2025, at the St. Anthony Hospital in Carroll at the age of 87 years, five months and 19 days. He is survived by his wife, Donna Kollatschny of Kimballton.
His wishes were to be cremated...
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