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Zelma Fink age 75 passed away September 6, 2018 at her home in rural Fairbank. She was born December 14, 1942 in Waterloo the daughter of Raymond and Emma (Jefferson) Miller. Zelma attended and graduated from Dunkerton Community School. Zelma and Gary met when Gary came over to bale hay at her parents farm. They were married on June 9, 1963 at the United Methodist Church in Dunkerton. After they were married they lived in Waterloo and near Dewar and in 1973 they moved out to the farm between Oran and Fairbank. Zelma’s greatest joy was her children and her grandchildren and their activities. She also kept busy with St. John’s Lutheran Church, the Fairbank American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and helping Gary at Legion events. She was involved in many different activities throughout her life. She loved to sew, especially the quilts for her grandchildren. She enjoyed trying new things, like taking classes for macrame’ and computers or becoming a 4-H leader. Even with busy schedules Zelma and Gary still found time to travel all over the U.S. and Canada. She was always interested in what was in the news and what was going on in the world. Zelma is survived by her husband Gary, one son, Kevin (Darice) Fink of Center Point, two daughters; Connie (Tim) Westpfahl of Center Point and Rhonda (Ross) Erickson of St. Louis, MO, eight grandchildren; Zachary Westpfahl of Hamburg, Germany, Jakob Westpahl of Mankato, MN, Taegan and Terra Fink of Center Point, Hannah (Sam) Lackner, Elijah, Abby and Grace Erickson all of St. Louis, MO. She is also survived by one brother-in-law, Larry Lundry, two sisters-in-law ; Linda Miller and Bess Spicknall as well as her dog Buster. Zelma was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Don and Dick Miller and one sister, Kay Lundry.

Services: 10:30 am Monday, September 10, 2018 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: 3:00-6:00 pm Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank and for one hour before services at the church on Monday.

Interment: Fairbank Cemetery, Fairbank.

Memorials: may be directed to the family.

Fairbank: Clair Levendusky age 83 passed away Monday August 13, 2018 at his home in Dubuque, Iowa. He was born November 17, 1934 on the family farm in rural Fairbank the son of Anton and Elsie (Necker) Levendusky. Clair attended and graduated from Fairbank High School. After high school Clair served his country in the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve as well as the Naval Reserve. He married Carole Kemp November 14, 1959 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fairbank. Clair was employed at John Deere in Waterloo for 23 years. He served on the Fairbank Fire Department for 15 years. Clair loved fishing, watching the Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Chiefs and the Iowa Hawkeyes. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, three daughters; Laura (Barney) Niner, Barb (Mark) Babiak and Jodi (Rich) Brunning, two sons; Charlie (Janell) Levendusky and Jeff (Terri) Levendusky, 8 grandchildren; Kayla (Nathan) Scheer, William (Fiona)  & Alex (Mallory) Niner, Joshua (Lauren) , Brian (Taylor), Troy, Jake & Jordyn Levendusky, two great-grandchildren; Palmer & Henry Scheer. One brother; Lawrence Levendusky, six sisters-in-law; Mary Jo (Dean) Hartley, Kathy (Don) Corcoran, Pat Kayser (Jack), Roberta (Dick) Mason, Annette Kemp (Larry), Lee Ann Kemp and two brothers-in-law; Ed Kemp and Peter Kemp (Jan) as well as many nieces and nephews. Clair was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers; Willis (Pat) Necker, Venice (Mildred) Levendusky, George (Grace) Levendusky and Louie Levendusky, one sister; Mary Levendusky, his mother and father-in-law; Joe and Sue Kemp, three brothers-in-law; Mike Kemp, Tom Kayser and Don King along with three sisters-in-law; Liz Kemp, Nancy Kemp and Nancy Levendusky.

Funeral Services: 10:30 am Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: 4:00-7:00 pm Friday, August 17 with a 7:00 pm Scripture Service at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank.

Interment: Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Fairbank.

Military Rites: Fairbank American Legion Fortsch-Duffy Post 552.

Fire Service Rites: Buchanan County Honor Guard

Procession and Flag Line: Patriot Guard Riders

Memorials: may be directed to the family for later designation.

Kevin Arnold Coffin age 62 of Fairbank passed away August 10, 2018 at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo from complications of diabetes. Kevin was born September 14, 1955 in Waterloo the son of Arnold and Mary Jo (Bentley) Coffin. He attended Wapsie Valley Community Schools and graduated with the class of 1973. Kevin married Karen Kaufman May 7, 1977 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fairbank. He worked for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad and then the Iowa Northern Railroad until his health forced him to retire after 27 years of service. After retiring from the railroad and bypass surgery in 2010 he worked at the Cattle Congress in Waterloo mowing lawns part-time. Kevin was a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Church, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a volunteer fireman for 12 years with the Fairbank Fire Department. He was an avid fan of Wapsie Valley athletics, if there was a game he would be there. Kevin also volunteer coached Wapsie Valley football for 2 years he truly enjoyed being involved and working with the kids. He is survived by his wife Karen of 41 years, three sons; Matthew (Brenda) Coffin, Mitchell (Tiffany) Coffin and Michael Coffin. Four grandchildren; Jake, Silas, Jett and Ivy and his sister, Mary (Ronnie) Jans along with many nieces and nephews. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter; Marie Katherine in 1979, his father and mother-in-law; Wallace and Mildred Kaufman and a brother-in-law; Michael Costello.

Funeral Mass: 10:30 am Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: 3:00-7:00 pm Monday, August 13, 2018 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank.

Interment: Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery, Fairbank.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.

 Ronald Salisbury age 80 of Dunkerton died Thursday, June 14, 2018 at his home. He was born in Waterloo on January 8, 1938, the son of Leonard and Evelyn (Kerns) Salisbury. He attended schools in Waterloo and Dunkerton. In May of 1956 he joined the United States Army Reserve where he served until his honorable discharge on December 31, 1963. Ron married Betty Kibbee on December 26, 1959 at Immaculate Conception Church in Fairbank. He worked at Rath for 11 years and John Deere for 29 years as well as farming the family farm. He was also a member of the UAW local 838. Ron was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He volunteered his time working with the local Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Webelos when his boys were that age. Since 2004, Ron volunteered with Goodwill Special Olympics of Waterloo, where he was called dad or grandpa by many. He did this until his health declined to the point where he was unable to. He loved being with his family; whether it was camping, fishing, hunting or just having them come visit.

Ron is survived by his wife; Betty, all eight of their children; Todd of Heddrick, Patsy (Phillip) Waniorek of Decorah, Rodney (Pamela) of Florida, Kent (Angie) of Cedar Falls, Kevin (Barbara) of Waterloo, Rhonda (Jerry) Engleman of Waterloo, Tony and Jeffrey of Dunkerton. He is also survived by  18 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, his sister, Darlene (Rick Milks) and his sister in law, Jean Salisbury. Ron is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Evelyn, his brother, Donald Salisbury and both sets of grandparents.

Services: 10:30 am  Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: Monday, June 18 4:00 – 7:00 PM and Tuesday, June 19 9:00 – 10:00 AM at the funeral home.

Parish Rosary: Monday June 18 at 3:45 pm at the funeral home.

Military Rites:  Fairbank American Legion Fortsch-Duffy Post 552.

Interment: Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Fairbank.

Memorials to: Goodwill Special Olympics or Unity Point Hospice.

Fairbank: Betty Chase age 79 passed away Sunday May 13, 2018. She was born September 17, 1938 in Waterloo the daughter of Halley and Hazel (Fransham) Steggall. Betty attended and graduated from the Fairbank High School in 1957. She married Ray Chase on May 9, 1970 at the Schuyler County Court House in Missouri. Betty and Ray lived in Fairbank  until 2002 when they moved to Prairie du Chien to enjoy retirement. Before moving Betty worked in the repair department as an operator for Northwestern Bell for 20 years. She loved spending time with Ray, going fishing, going on long drives to see the country, listening to country music, going to antique stores and spending time with family and friends.

Survived by: her sister, Pat Weyer of Missouri, a sister-in-law, Marilyn Steggall of Fairbank, a step-daughter, Judy (Mike) Duffy of Fairbank, three step-sons; Brian (Barb) Chase of Oelwein, Don (Michele) Chase of Des Moines and Eric (Aimee) of Spokane. WA, 14 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by: her parents, her husband, her brother; Ronnie Steggall, her brother-in-law; James Weyer and a grandson; Joshua Menuey.

Visitation: 1:00-3:00 pm Saturday June 16 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank.

Inurnment: Fairbank Cemetery.

Memorials: to the family.

 Berniece “Bee” Haun age 88 of Marion and formerly of Dunkerton passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018 surrounded by her loved ones after a five year battle with dementia. Bee was born October 16, 1929 in Chickasaw County, Iowa the daughter of August and Sophie (Spear) Zell. She attended school in Waterloo, IA. On June 21, 1947 she was united in marriage to Charlie Haun at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Fairbank, IA. To this union five children were born, four daughters and one son. Besides being a homemaker and raising five children Bee was always keeping busy outside of her everyday routine such as leading a  detasseling crew for 16 years and helping at the church whenever needed. Bee also was a Scout Leader, she volunteered at Mercy Hospital and at the Midwest Old Threshers Reunion in Mount Pleasant. Bee enjoyed playing cribbage, sewing and baking. She loved flowers, collecting spoons and traveling, she traveled to every state in the continental United States by car except for Alaska and she did fly to Hawaii. But most of all Bee loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Bee is survived by her three daughters; Darlene Farrell of Whittier, IA, Marlene (Ray) Bussey of Roscoe, IL and Lois (Steve) Snyder of Marion, IA, one son; Russell Haun of Rockton, IL, 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Jerry Johnson of Clinton, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one brother, Harold Zell, one daughter, Sharon Bergeron and two great-grandchildren; Jonathan Jarmon at infancy and Gabe Haun.

Services: 2:00 pm Saturday May 19, 2018 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank.

Visitation: 4:00-7:00 pm Friday May 18, 2018 at the funeral home.

Interment: Grove Hill Cemetery in rural Bremer County.

Memorials: may be directed to the family.

Fairbank: Lois Elizabeth “Lo-E” Miller age 93 peacefully passed away surrounded by her family, Thursday May 10, 2018 at Mercy Living Plus in Oelwein, Iowa. She was born June 21, 1924 in Dubuque the daughter of Art “Pop” and Bea (Theis) Rastatter. Lo-E graduated from St. Columbkilles High School of Dubuque in 1942. Lo-E married Joe Miller May 2, 1953 at St. Columbkilles Catholic Church in Dubuque. Together they owned and operated Miller Plumbing and Heating in Fairbank for many years. Lo-E served as the choir director at Immaculate Conception Church in Fairbank for many years and served on various church committees. She enjoyed playing cards with friends and attending any and all family sporting events. Her greatest joys in life were her strong Catholic faith, family and her love of music. Heaven gained a new choir director who will keep the beat a going.

Lo-E is survived by her six children; Joe (Jeanne) Miller of White Bear Lake, MN, Jane (Hal) Holder of St. Peters, MO, Pat (Lynn) Miller of Fairbank, Greg (Shelli) Miller of Davenport, Barb (Tim) Klopfenstein of Washington and John (Jo) Miller of Davenport, 17 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild on the way. One brother, Charles (Pat) Rastatter of Tuscon, AZ, two sisters; Mimi Rastatter of Washington state and Sister Barbara Rastatter of Dubuque along with a sister-in-law Maryanne Rastatter. Lo-E is also survived by a very special niece, Mary Jans and nephew Kevin Coffin.

She was preceded by her husband, her parents, two brothers David and Paul Rastatter and a sister, Jeanne (Norbert) Willging.

Services: 10:30 am Monday May 14, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: 4:00 -7:00 pm Sunday May 13, 2018 with a 3:45 parish rosary at Woods Funeral Home.

Interment: Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials: may be directed to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to the Fairbank Public Library.

Traer: Walter LeRoy “Bud” Trimble age 82 passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Grandview Nursing Center in Oelwein. He was born January 20, 1936 at home in Dysart, IA the son of Harold and Mary Louise (Kithcart) Trimble.  Walter or “Bud” as he was named shortly after birth by his grandfather, moved to Traer at a young age and lived there for several years. He graduated from Traer High School and worked with his father, Harold for many years at Trimble Welding Shop in Traer. Bud was also a member of the Iowa National Guard and received an Honorable Discharge at the end of his service. He married Janet M. Mills, December 10, 1966 and they later divorced after raising eight children.

Bud is survived by his eight children; Bonnie (Chris) Chazotte of Asheville, NC, John Trimble of Dike, IA, Charlotte (Jack) Teetsel of Cadillac, MI, Andrew (Roxanne) Trimble of LaPorte City, IA, Richard (Kris) Trimble of Cedar Falls, IA, LaDonna (Jeremy) Langstraat of Pleasantville, IA, Philip (Lani) Trimble of Waverly, IA, and Kayeleen (Brent) Luloff of Waterloo, IA. He is the grandfather to 22 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Lois Jean (Jack) Martin of Denton, TX along with several nieces and nephews.

Walter was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Mary Louise Trimble, an older brother Wayne Trimble and younger brother, James Trimble and three grandchildren, Brianna, Cody and William Trimble.

A Family Celebration of Life will be held at the funeral home.

 Raymond Bernard Chase age 80 of Prairie du Chien, WI and formerly of Fairbank, IA passed away May 12, 2017 at Crossing Rivers Heath Medical Center of congestive heart failure.

Ray was born April 27, 1937 in Oran, Iowa.  The son of Bernard and Elizabeth (Potts) Chase.  He attended school at Oran, Iowa. Ray married Patricia Ann Schlamp in February of 1956 and they later divorced. On May 9, 1970 he married Betty Kay Steggall at the Schuyler County Courthouse in Missouri. Ray worked at John Deere in Waterloo, IA for 32 years and then retired. Ray and Betty moved to Prairie Du Chien in 2002. Ray needed something to do after his retirement from John Deere so he went to work for Blair Dillman doing various jobs such as running different pieces of equipment or simply running errands he enjoyed his time there, which lasted for 13 years. In his spare time Ray loved fishing, woodworking and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Betty.  His children; Judy (Mike) Duffy of Fairbank,Brian (Barb) Chase of Oelwein, Don (Michele) Chase of Des Moines, and Eric (Aimee) Chase of Spokane, Washington, 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Dale Warren and a grandson, Joshua Menuey.

Visitation:  10:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday April 14^th at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank

Inurnment: Fairbank Cemetery

Memorials: to the family.

Fairbank: Mary Elizabeth Martins, 92, of Fairbank, died Sunday March 11, 2018 at Mercy Living Plus in Oelwein, Iowa. She was born on December 31^st 1925 in Fairbank, Iowa the daughter of William and Agnes (Kerns)  Haberkamp.  She graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Fairbank.  On December 29^th 1954, Mary was united in marriage to Donald Martins at Immaculate Conception Church in Fairbank, Iowa.  Don and Mary then began farming the Haberkamp family farm near Fairbank and did so until they retired.  Mary was an active partner in farming her entire life.  She was a member of the Fairbank Women’s Club, Fairbank Legion Auxiliary, and many local card and social clubs. She enjoyed volunteering at church and legion activities. Mary loved gardening, sewing, quilting, BINGO and cooking.  She took much pride in preparing home cooked meals for her family and anyone that came around at meal time.  Mary enjoyed spending time with family and all social gatherings. Most of all, she was a very proud mother and grandmother.

Mary is survived by her husband, Donald: and son Doug (Janice) Martins of Fairbank: three grandchildren, Garrett, Emily, and Lydia Martins all of Fairbank: sister Wilma Haberkamp of Fairbank. Brother-in-Law, Duane (Marlys) Martins, Waukon Iowa, Sister-in-laws: Della Cowell of Luana, IA, Darlene  Nuehring, Postville IA, along with many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded death by her parents, a sister, Josephine Haberkamp, one brother (infant) William Haberkamp. Four brothers in-law: Delbert Martins, Delos Martins,  Dwight Martins, Eldred Nuehring, and Harry Larson and three sisters-in-law Delores Martins, Donna Martins, and Donna Mae Martins.

Funeral Services: 10:30 am Monday, March 19, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.

Visitation: 4:00-7:00 pm Sunday, March 18 at Woods Funeral Home.

Rosary: 3:45 pm Sunday, March 18 at the funeral home.

Interment: Fairbank Cemetery.

Memorials: may be directed to the Fairbank American Legion or to the family.