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Robert E. Van Voorhis - June 11, 1952 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Robert (Bob) Encell Van Voorhis Jr. passed away at 12:15 am on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 at Mary Greeley Medical Center’s Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa after living with lung cancer for nearly 8 years. Cremation services will be performed by Adams Funeral Home, and a Celebration of Life will be held at Sweet Caroline’s in Ames on Saturday, March 23 from 4-7 pm.

Bob was born in Ames, Iowa at Mary Greeley Hospital on June 11th, 1952 to Marian Jean (Van Buskirk) and Robert Encell Van Voorhis Sr. He attended Roosevelt Elementary School, Central Junior High, and graduated from Ames High School in 1970. He loved all-night games of Risk with his high school friends, loved playing baseball and collecting baseball cards, and was a Life Scout.

Bob announced at the age of 6 that he was going to be a Cyclone. He attended Iowa State University, double majoring in Journalism and Mass Communication and History and graduating in the spring of 1974 with a Bachelor of Science degree. During his college years, in addition to attending Cyclone sporting events, he participated in several intramural sports, went on ski trips with his friends, served as a member of the VEISHEA Central Committee in 1973 and 1974, and was an active member of the Delta Tau Delta Fraternity.

Following graduation, his early career led him to Cedar Falls where he worked for General Growth at College Square Mall as the marketing manager. He worked for several advertising agencies, including Rich Penn & Associates, and eventually became the Editor-in-Chief of TeleProfessional Magazine. While at TeleProfessional, Bob had the privilege of traveling internationally. He visited The Netherlands, Scotland, Ireland, Belgium, and France.

While living in Cedar Falls, Bob met Marcy (McCombs) Van Voorhis at a volleyball party hosted by close family friends in Grinnell. They hit it off at the party, and the rest is history. They were united in marriage at St. Timothy’s United Methodist Church in Cedar Falls, and settled in to their first home. Bob and Marcy raised their 3 children in Cedar Falls, and moved to Lake Ponderosa in 2005, followed by a move back to Ames in 2012.

Bob enjoyed many hobbies and pastimes. He was an avid reader and a music enthusiast who enjoyed playing the guitar with friends and occasionally joined the band Baby Moon and the Whitewalls as a guest guitarist. Living in Cedar Falls, his family spent their Friday nights watching Bob play League softball, his team sponsored by The Panther Lounge. While living on Lake Ponderosa, Bob spent his free time cruising the lake on his boat, the Bontekoe II. Above all, Bob’s favorite hobby was cheering on his beloved Cyclones. He held Football season tickets for many years, and enjoyed tailgating with friends and family before and after the games. Even when watching from home, you would find him in his recliner, Busch Light in hand, decked out from head to toe in Cardinal and Gold to wish his Cyclones good luck.

Bob is survived by his wife Marcy; his children Sara (James) Sherman of Ames, Amanda Lincoln, of Ames, and Jeff (Madison) Van Voorhis of Minneapolis; his sister Victoria Van Voorhis of Ames; grandchildren Madison and Ethan Roberts of Cedar Falls, Nora and Coen Sherman of Ames, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, Delt brothers, and friends. He will be missed by many.

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Robert "Bob" J. Cowley - June 13, 1927 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Joseph Cowley, 96, finally met his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face on Monday, March 4, 2024. He was also welcomed home by his bride, Virginia and people of many tribes and tongues he served throughout his lifetime.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at CrossRoad Baptist Church, 57011 Hwy 30, Ames. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial with Military Honors will be held at 3:00 P.M. in the Waterloo Memorial Park Cemetery in Waterloo.  Bob's funeral service will be livestreamed and a link will be available under the Events Section of his obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Born June 13, 1927 in Dows, Iowa, Bob grew up as a farm kid. He pursued a degree in Electrical Engineering at Iowa State University in 1952, interrupted by four years of service in the Navy on aircraft carriers as a radio tech from 1945 to 1949. After meeting the love of his life, Virginia, through Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, they married in 1951. They moved to an apartment in Chicago where Robert completed the Moody Bible Institute’s Missionary Aviation program and was ordained at Belden Avenue Baptist Church in Chicago in 1958. After studying French in Paris for 18 months, he moved his family to Africa in 1960, where he spent 33 years as a missionary pilot. He was part of church planting, preaching the Good News of salvation through Jesus, building missionary stations and medical facilities, conducting medical evacuation flights, and supply/transportation flights for the missionaries in Niger, Ivory Coast and Mali.

Bob “retired” from Africa in 1993 and moved to Ames, Iowa, where he and Virginia continued their ministry to international students through Crossroad Baptist Church at the Iowa State campus for approximately 30 more years. They taught English classes, Bible studies, developed relationships and discipled students from countless countries worldwide who came to the US to study. Many of those students returned to their native countries to plant churches and make disciples of Jesus among their own people. Robert’s legacy is one of telling as many people as possible about Jesus’ death on a cross as a complete substitute for the penalty of sin, so that those who trust in Him would receive eternal life, rather than eternal death. He believed and proclaimed from the Bible, “Whoever has the Son (Jesus) has life.” I John 5:12 Bob had a voracious appetite for seafood (including blind robins) and his wife’s five-star cooking. He was always up on the latest technology, even outdoing some of his kids and grandkids with his computer knowledge and skills. He very much enjoyed visits with his children and grandchildren.

Bob is survived by five children: Linda (Ronald) Banghart, Daniel (Priscilla) Cowley, David (Cheryl) Cowley, Judith (Philip) Schmidt, and Joyce (Daniel) Dreisbach; 19 grandchildren and 47 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Lilian (Finders) Cowley; his parents, Joseph and Leora (Fairbanks) Cowley; his brother, Frank Cowley; his sister, Cynthia Cowley; and several great-grandchildren.

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Robert "Bob" G. Helmers - June 30, 1952 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” G. Helmers, 71, of Ames passed away on March 4, 2024 at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Graveside services will be Saturday March 9th at 11:00 am at Ames Municipal Cemetery. A Celebration of his life will be at a later date later this summer.

Bob was born on June 30, 1952 in Sibley, Iowa to Roger and Dorothy (David) Helmers. He graduated from Sibley High School and then Iowa State University with a degree in Telecommunications. He married Diane Boudinot on April 12, 1980. Bob was general manager for WOI-TV for many years and produced many games for ESPN and Creative Sports.

Bob was an avid Iowa State fan and enjoyed watching NCAA basketball and football games on tv and liked to watch old recordings of games and shows that he produced and directed. He liked to do his Barbeque grilling and watching West Wing and MASH on tv.

Bob is survived by his son, Mike (Ty) Helmers of Ames; Kimberly (Ryan) Standard of Denver, CO; a granddaughter, Maddie; his two brothers, Gary (CeCe) Helmers of California and Rod (Donna) Helmers of Florida and his dog Callie that gave him so much joy.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Diane.

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Lee Morgan Sargent - June 23, 1946 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Lee Morgan Sargent, age 77, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at his home.

A Graveside Service for family and close friends will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the Ames Municipal Cemetery.  There will be a Celebration of Life held from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday at Todd and Sargent, Inc., 2905 SE 5th Street, Ames.

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Denise E. Ingebritsen - November 27, 1952 - February 25, 2024

Departed: 02/25/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Denise E. Ingebritsen, age 71, of Ames, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, March 1, 2024 at Christ Community Church, 5501 George Washington Carver Ave., Ames. Burial will be in the Ontario Cemetery.

Born on November 27, 1952 at the Dallas County Hospital in Perry, Denise was the daughter of Garold and Alice Jane (Stickel) McMullin. She attended Washington Township country school until 8th grade and graduated from Minburn High School in 1970. She attended Iowa Central Community College for one year, before moving to Ames. Denise worked as a secretary at Iowa State University.

Denise was united in married to Tom Ingebritsen on April 10, 1993 at Great Commission Church in Ames. Following their marriage, Denise was a homemaker, raising their younger son Isaac who was adopted from Russia. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing softball. Denise was a member of Christ Community Church.

Denise is survived by her husband, Tom of Ames; her children, Eric Ingebritsen of Tampa, Florida, Isaac Ingebritsen of Ames, and Tracy (Rich) Mattison of Knoxville, Tennessee; two granddaughters, Emma Mattison and Savannah Mattison; a sister, Diane (Joe) McCarty of Perry; and a sister-in-law, Donna McMullin of Mesa, Arizona; a niece, Allison (Brian) Matheney; and two nephews Brad and Todd McMullin. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Dan McMullin; and a nephew, Scott McMullin

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Dr. M. Ali Tabatabai - February 25, 1934 - February 15, 2024

Departed: 02/15/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: February 15, 2024, Dr. M. Ali Tabatabai, 89, of Ames, Iowa, transitioned peacefully at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa with his beloved wife Louisa (Braal) and family by his side.

Ali, the 4th of 8 children, was born on February 25, 1934, to Abdul Hussein and Amina Sami Tabatabai in Karbala, Iraq. He grew up in Karbala, Iraq and studied Agricultural Sciences at the Agricultural University of Abu Ghraib in Bagdad, graduating with a BS degree in 1958. Ali commenced his studies towards a Master’s degree of Science to study soil chemistry of arid soils at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He received his Master’s degree in 1960. Professor Jouett Russell of Lincoln, Nebraska and formerly of Abu Ghraib, recommended him for an assistantship for the PhD degree in Soils and Plant Nutrition at the University of California at Berkeley where he met Louisa. Meeting in the department they both worked in, they got engaged in December and married the following year on September 8, 1962. Together they moved to Ames, Iowa in 1963 where Ali became professor of agronomy at Iowa State University. For Ali, work was happiness and his passion. He was very proud of his own education, research, and helping others towards advanced degrees.

Ali is survived by his wife of 61 years Louisa; children Fareed (Cara), Layth (Ann) and Janine (Tom); and nine grandchildren: Justin, Taylor, Nicole (Chris Blythe) Ramsey (Taylor), AJ, Rachel, Jenna, Barron and Zaid; brothers Kasim (Donna) of Austin Texas, and Tahir (Rabab) of London, UK and numerous nephews and nieces in the US, UK, Iraq and Iran. He was preceded in death by his father, Abdul Hussein Al-Tabatabai, his mother Amina, brother Ibrahim, and sisters Zakina, Rabab, Saffia, and Fakhria.

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Sandra Lee Partlow - April 12, 1941 - February 13, 2024

Departed: 02/13/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Sandra Lee (Scheuermann) Partlow, 82, of Indianola, and formerly of Ames, passed away comfortably in her home on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

Sandra was born on April 12, 1941, in Des Moines, the daughter of William and Betty Scheuermann. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School.

Sandra was united in marriage to Errol Noble Partlow on June 13, 1959, at the Gilbert Lutheran Church in Gilbert.

Sandra had many bookkeeping jobs around Iowa, before working for 20 years at the Army ROTC at Iowa State University. She enjoyed quilting, puzzles, gardening (flowers), singing and her dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Noel Errol Partlow and Christopher Noel Partlow.

Sandra is survived by her husband of 68 years Errol Partlow of Indianola; daughter, Kimberly Ann Roth of Ankeny; two grandchildren, Brooke Stinson and Cody Noel Roth; four great-grandchildren, Paige Stinson, Hayden Roth, Khloe Stinson and Marley Roth.

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Pauline Craig - March 02, 1926 - February 09, 2024

Departed: 02/09/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Pauline Craig, 97, of Ames, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, in Charlene’s Place at Bethany Life in Story City.

A private family service will be held.

Pauline was born March 2, 1926, in Roland, the daughter of Malcom and Louise (Stensen) Larson. She graduated from Roland High School in 1944.

Pauline was united in marriage to Kenneth Craig on August 5, 1945, when he was home on leave from the US Army during WWII. They celebrated 61 years of marriage before Kenneth passed away in 2006.

Pauline was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church in Ames and enjoyed baking, gardening, traveling and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth; and sister, Dorothy Hanson.

Pauline is survived by her five children, Cynthia (Jeff) Cox of Highlands, NC, David (Kim) Craig Eugene, OR, Steven (Debra) Craig of Coos Bay, OR, Sharon (Mick) Bestland of Hayward, WI and Carla (Randi) Jepsen of Ames; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Max Larson of Story City.

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William "Bill" C. Wise - February 07, 1948 - February 08, 2024

Departed: 02/08/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” Clair Wise, age 76, of Ames, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at the Households of Bethany in Story City.

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Orlin "Clare" Tweedt - September 16, 1935 - February 08, 2024

Departed: 02/08/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Orlin “Clare” Tweedt (88) of Ames, went to his Eternal Home on February 8, 2024, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ames. Burial with Military Honors will be held at Palestine Cemetery in Huxley, Iowa, directly afterwards.  The service will be livestreamed and a link is available under the Events Section of Clare's obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Clare, the youngest of ten children, was born on September 16, 1935, to Burney and Clara (Lee) Tweedt on their farm south of Huxley. He was baptized and confirmed at Palestine Lutheran Church in rural Huxley. Clare graduated from Huxley High School in 1953 and entered the U.S. Army after graduation. He served from 1954 to 1956 in a Nike Guided Missile Battalion. After an honorable discharge, he attended the Central Technical Institute in Kansas City, Missouri, where he graduated in November 1958 with an A.S. degree in Electrical Engineering.

After graduation, Clare went to work at Collins Radio Company in Cedar Rapids from 1958 to 1971. While living in Cedar Rapids, he met the love of his life, Carolyn Glassel. They were married at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa on August 27, 1961. While living in Cedar Rapids, their union was blessed with two sons, Donald and Robert. In January 1972 Clare began employment with the Ames Laboratory at Iowa State University and retired in 1997. Clare’s family lived in Huxley, Iowa from 1972 to 1983. While living in Huxley, Clare served on the City Council and managed Little League Baseball.

From Huxley, Clare and Carolyn moved to Ames. Clare and Carolyn have been members of St. Paul Lutheran Church since 1983 where he served both as Elder and on the Board of Trustees until he was unable to serve due to his failing health.

Clare very much enjoyed listening to Southern/Country gospel music. After retirement, he enjoyed bowling in the Ames Senior League. He volunteered for the Iowa Games in the bowling competition and worked as a Precinct Election official for many years.

Clare is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn; and his two sons, Donald Lee Tweedt of Ames, and Robert Clare Tweedt (Tina) of Ankeny; four grandchildren, Aaron (Lindsay), Zachary (Sydney Coussens) and Jessica all of Ankeny and Grace of Madison, Wisconsin; one great-granddaughter Guinevere of Ankeny; one sister, Frances Olson of Houston, Texas; and many loving nieces and nephews, great and great-great nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers: Norman, Kenneth, Donald, Burnie; and four sisters: Gladys Barnes, Buelah Allen, Mildred Brown, and Wilma Shiery; eight nephews and four nieces; five brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law.

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Kevin J. Moore - September 07, 1963 - February 08, 2024

Departed: 02/08/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Kevin J. Moore, age 60, of Gilbert, passed away on February 8, 2024 at Mary Greeley Medical Center.

A public visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames. Additionally, a private family funeral service will be held. Please reach out to the family for more details on this service.

Born on September 7, 1963 in Marshalltown, Iowa, Kevin was the son of Jerry Moore and Karen Leckness (Jones). He graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1981. Kevin was a co-owner of Bentley Custom Services and owner of Snow and Moore, where he specialized in painting, construction and snow removal. He was endearingly known as Feather Kevi to everyone who had the pleasure of working with him.

Kevin was a self-taught drummer and played in several bands over the years. He was a former member of North Grand Christian Church where he played in the worship band. When he wasn’t working he spent his free time with his children and grandchildren camping, boating, fishing, or driving one of his many toys. He loved being on the water as long as he didn’t have to get in it.

Kevin was a non biological father, brother, and son to many. He is survived by his six children: Roman (Abbey) Malone of Boone, Josh Mull (Amber Day) of Boone, Katlin Moore of Walnut Creek, CA, Trevor Moore of Ames, Sadie Omundson of Gilbert, and Jaden Moore of Nevada; five grandchildren: Aliyah Moore, Weston Moore, Hayden Malone, Henry Malone, and Indie O’Clair; a sister, Rebecca (Wayne) Tietje of Marshalltown; and many extended relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Katherine K. Moore and Kris Zeeser.

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William "Bill" R. Sessoms - March 16, 1939 - February 02, 2024

Departed: 02/02/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” “Dad” “Opa” Ray Sessoms, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 at his home.

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Chia Wei Chang - February 14, 1952 - February 01, 2024

Departed: 02/01/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Chia Wei Chang was born on February 14th, 1952 in Tainan, Taiwan. He grew up in Taipei and came to the United States in 1977 to pursue a Master’s degree in Meat Science at Iowa State University. He met his wife Wen Yui Chang, who was also an Iowa State grad student, at a Taiwanese student’s club event. Chia Wei would ask her to go on late night dates to Baskin Robbins after he finished his lab work.

After both graduated, they married in San Bruno, California on December 30th, 1983, and eventually moved back to Ames where they had their son Robert on January 26th, 1987.

Chia Wei and Wen Yui were partners in building their family. Chia Wei worked diligently, starting as a salesperson and eventually working his way up to become President of his company. He was a loving father, supporting his son in every way, from taking him to early morning swim practices, to coaching him in business, to discussing international politics, and much more. He and Wen Yui enjoyed spending time together, hosting dinner parties, traveling the world, and buying Whopper Jr’s with coupons Chia Wei would find. Chia Wei loved spending time with his family, especially while enjoying delicious food.

Chia Wei passed away on Thursday February 1st, 2024. His family and friends all love and miss him greatly.

Per his wishes, a private service was held.

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Robert Blair Wilson - November 26, 1962 - January 27, 2024

Departed: 01/27/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Blair Wilson, 61, of Ames, Iowa, passed away on January 27, 2024 due to natural causes.

Born on November 26, 1962 in Ames, Iowa, Bob was the son of Wayne and Jan (Blair) Wilson. In high school Bob was on the wrestling team and raced motocross. He was an aviation enthusiast and later attended Spartan School of Aeronautics.

Bob was a beloved father, brother, son, and friend. He loved to cook, be outdoors, fishing, camping, and spending time with his family. He will be forever loved and missed by friends and family.

Bob is survived by his brother, Greg Wilson, and his son, Bradley Wilson.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Jan Wilson.

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LaVonne D. Farner - May 01, 1941 - January 24, 2024

Departed: 01/24/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: LaVonne Farner, age 82, of Ames, passed away on January 24, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. on Friday, January 26 at Cornerstone Church (South Auditorium), 56829 US-30, Ames where there will be a prayer service beginning at 6:30 p.m. A funeral service will be Saturday, January 27 at 11:00 a.m. at Cornerstone Church (South Auditorium).

LaVonne Diann (Kidney) Farner was born on May 1, 1941, to Lauren and Vesta Kidney. She was raised on a farm outside of Glidden, Iowa, and graduated from Glidden High School in 1959. After high school, LaVonne moved to Ames where she attended Iowa State University; she was a proud Kappa Alpha Theta sorority member and played trumpet in the ISU Marching Band. In 1963, LaVonne graduated with a degree in Home Economics and went on to teach in both Omaha and California before returning to Iowa.

LaVonne and her husband, Steve Farner, met in Carroll, IA, and were married on August 21, 1965. LaVonne and Steve eventually made their home in Ames, IA, where they raised their two sons, Steve Jr. and Tyler. LaVonne and Steve were joyfully married for 58 years; the love and support they shared for each other remains an inspiration to those who witnessed it.

LaVonne was an avid Iowa State fan and rarely missed a home football or basketball game; she was notorious for staying until the last second on the game clock, regardless of the weather or score. She loved being well-dressed, no matter the occasion, as she found joy in putting together her outfits and choosing the best ways to accessorize. She loved spending time with family in Okoboji and Arizona. Mostly, she loved and was very proud of her family - especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In 1989, she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease; she battled the disease quietly and fiercely until the very end. Though the disease brought significant challenges and robbed her and Steve of much, you never would have known that from her. She never complained, always presented herself cheerfully, and continued to dress as impeccably as ever.

LaVonne is survived by her husband Steve, her sons Steve Jr. (Jeanne) Farner and Tyler (LeAnn) Farner, grandchildren Madeline (Ryan) Spencer, Savannah (Logan) Fiedler, Caroline (Sol) Jones, Solomon (Joscelyn) Farner, George Farner, Ellie Farner, Jack Farner, and Isaac Farner as well as her two great-grandsons Shepherd Spencer and Maverick Jones, and two sisters; Lola (Ray) Peters and Lila (Fred) Johnson. Having put her faith and trust in Jesus, the family is confident that LaVonne was joyfully welcomed into heaven by her grandbabies, Samuel Farner and Theodore Farner, as well as her parents, Lauren and Vesta Kidney, who preceded her in death.

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Robert R. Voetberg - January 04, 1929 - January 20, 2024

Departed: 01/20/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Dr. Robert (Bud) Voetberg, age 95, of Ames passed away January 20, 2024, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave. Ames, on Friday, January 26. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 27 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 610 15th Street, Ames.

Bud was born January 4, 1929 in Traer, Iowa to Dr. Dick Nicholas and Verna Edna (Doolittle) Voetberg. After graduating from Traer High School, he attended Fresno State College in California on an athletic scholarship, earning a letter in basketball. He then transferred to Iowa State University where he studied veterinary medicine and played football for the Cyclones his junior and senior years. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 1952 and joined a practice in Mt. Vernon, Iowa. On June 13, 1953 Bud was united in marriage to Thelma Ross at the Memorial Lutheran Church in Ames. Bud enlisted in the United States Army Veterinary Corps, serving at Fort McArthur, in San Pedro, California for two years. He returned to Mt. Vernon where he served as a veterinarian from 1955-1978. He then joined the USDA Food Safety Inspections Service until his retirement in 1992.

Bud enjoyed singing in vocal groups from high school into his 90’s, playing tennis into his 70’s, playing bridge until his 95th birthday, and many years of playing chess. He faithfully cheered on all Cyclone athletic teams and spent many hours watching TV sports coverage.

Bud is survived by his wife of 70 years, Thelma, his daughters, Janis Voetberg and Linda (Voetberg) Paschka, his son, Dr. Gary Voetberg, six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; a brother Allen Voetberg; sisters-in-law Dorothy Voetberg and Pamela Voetberg, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

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Katherine Ann Yando - July 31, 1932 - January 16, 2024

Departed: 01/16/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Katherine Ann Yando, age 91, of Indianola, passed away on January 16, 2024 at Mercy One Medical Center in Des Moines.

A graveside service will be held at the Zearing City Cemetery, Zearing, Iowa.

Born on July 31, 1932 at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Katherine was the daughter of Earl and Ivanore (Shelledy) Richards. She graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in 1950.

Katherine worked as a billing clerk for Iowa Methodist Medical Center for many years before retiring. She was married to Dan Yando in Indianola. They were married for over 20 years before he passed away in 2023. Katherine enjoyed quilting, sewing and flower gardening. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and always enjoyed going to her grandkid’s activities and events.

Katherine is survived by her daughters: Debbie (JD) Ensley of SunTan Valley, Arizona, Joan (Stuart) Bailey of Zearing, Becky (Mark) Amundson of Radcliffe, Stephanie (Kevin) Amundson of Roland, a daughter-in-law, Gale Hohl; grandchildren: Jen (Erik) Wagler, Matt (Jamacia) Ensley, Aaron (Amanda) Hohl, Cindi (Phil) De Meyer, Ryan (Alyssa) Amundson, Emily (Jaccob) Holm, Nick (Morgan) Amundson, Courtney (Eric) Mensen; 20 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; a sister-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband; James Hohl, her husband Dan Yando; a son, James Hohl; four brothers and one sister.

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Paul Sweet - February 29, 1960 - January 08, 2024

Departed: 01/08/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Paul Sweet, age 63, of Fresno, California, passed away on January 8, 2024 at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa.

Per his wishes, Paul has been cremated and his family is planning a Celebration of Life for Paul at a later date. Born on February 29, 1960 in Topeka, Kansas, Paul was the son of Kenneth and Nancy (Reddick) Sweet. He graduated from Corvallis High School in Corvallis, Oregon in 1978. He went on to earn an associate’s degree in Music at Mt. Hood Community College and continued his Music education at Oregon State University where he was a proud Beaver!

Paul was a Music and Associate Pastor at several Christian churches in Oregon and California. In 2011, he began his career as a truck driver and in 2020, took his career to the next level and started his own trucking company, Cherith Express INC. He had always wanted to run it as a family business and started with his daughter Brittany Turner. He enjoyed traveling from coast to coast with his dog Coco.

Paul had a love of music and playing the drums. He thought he was a professional golfer, although he did not play on the PGA tour. Paul played golf until an “athletic injury” required him to stop playing. He also enjoyed playing tennis. He played with his best friend Rob in college and continued that passion with his family. Paul was an excellent chef and enjoyed cooking. He was especially known for using every pan in the house when preparing a meal. He liked to fix things and was very good at taking things apart, but not as handy with putting them back together. He had a big heart and enjoyed helping people in any way that he could. Paul loved spending time with and playing with his grandchildren.

Paul is survived by two daughters, Michelle Boman of Rocklin, California and Brittany (Robert) Turner of Fresno, California; two sons, Tom (Raelynn) Sweet of Fresno, California and Chauncey Gardner of Fresno, California; grandchildren: Addison Volkert, Eli Volkert, Lilly Volkert, Allyson Turner, Ava Turner, Christian Turner, Benjamin Sweet, Jameson Sweet, Wesson Sweet, Olivia Gardner, and Landon Gardner; a brother, John (Barbara) Sweet of Corvallis, Oregon; and a sister, Lena (Scott) Ferris of Albany, Oregon.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Randy Sweet.

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Julie A. Pike - December 30, 1942 - January 07, 2024

Departed: 01/07/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Julie Ann Pike, beloved wife, mother, and daughter passed away at the age 81, on January 7, 2024.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 11, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Bethesda Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 12 at Bethesda Lutheran Church.

Julie was a long-time member of Bethesda Lutheran Church. It is located at 1517 Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA.

Julie Ann Pike was born on December 30, 1942 in Spencer, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph “Russell” and Loucille Carpenter. She and her three siblings were raised on a farm near Spencer. She was an avid reader and enjoyed 4-H which continued with her enjoyment of attending the Spencer Clay County Fair every year. Her parents instilled the value of education from a young age, hard work, and responsibility to the community. She attended Spencer High School then Milford High School, she graduated with the Milford Class of 1960.

Julie met her husband, Harold Pike, while attending high school. They were married on September 24,1961 in Langdon, Iowa. They started their family in Milford a little over a year later with the birth of their first child, Brenda. While working for Milford High School after graduation, Julie informed her husband of a construction engineering program at Iowa State University. The family moved to Ames, IA, in the Fall of 1964, to allow Harold to attend ISU.

After completing the college program, Harold worked for a commercial construction company and Julie worked for the Iowa Department of Transportation. During these years, their two sons were born, Curtis and Dennis.

In 1975, Harold started his own commercial construction firm with the help and support of Julie. After several years at the DOT, she left to go work with Harold. During this time too, Julie was an active volunteer in the church’s food pantry, clothing room, plus various other boards. Also, she was appointed to the City of Ames Planning and Zoning Commission and later in life she and Harold were active members of the Lions Club.

Outside work and volunteering, Julie had a passion for reading, playing cards with friends, cross-word puzzles, interior decorating, and planting flowers.

Julie and Harold shared the value of education and all three of their children earned college degrees.

The many work and life examples demonstrated by their parents have given their children the template to move forward and accomplish their goals.

Julie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers Ronnie (Gwen) and Jerry (Jean); and two nephews, Bruce Malmstrom and Doug Carpenter.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Harold Pike; three children, Brenda Pike of Ames, Curtis (Julie) Pike of Ames, Dennis Pike of Chicago; two grandchildren, Colton and Jordyn Pike; sister, Janice (Greg) Malmstrom of Webster City; plus, many generations of nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Dr. Victor M. Becerra - February 15, 1937 - January 03, 2024

Departed: 01/03/2024 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Dr. Victor Manuel Becerra, age 86, of Ames, passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at his home.

A private funeral service will be held at the Adams Funeral Home in Ames. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Born on February 15, 1937 in Cajamarca, Peru, Victor was the son of Eduardo Becerra and Catalina Tucto Huaman. He received his DVM degree in Peru before moving to the United States.

He attended Colorado State University and received a PhD in Virology/ Microbiology. Victor did a 2-year postdoc in Welch, Canada before moving to Amarillo, Texas where he worked at the Texas A & M University Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab. He then worked for the Food and Agriculture Organization for two years in Ethiopia.

Victor moved to Laramie, Wyoming where he was united in marriage to Eduarda Lay. While in Laramie, he worked at the University of Wyoming Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab. He then began his career at the USDA National Animal Disease Center in Ames where he retired in 2007.

Victor is survived by his wife, Eduarda; son, Cesar and his wife Linnea, and two granddaughters, Mira and Lucella.

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William "Bill" Henry Ferguson - September 02, 1938 - December 31, 2023

Departed: 12/31/2023 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: William (Bill) Henry Ferguson, age 85, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at the Isreal Family Hospice House due to complications of a fall.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 5, 2024 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery.

Bill was born on September 2, 1938 in Ida Grove, IA to Lloyd and Helen Ferguson. Bill spent the first 16 years of his life in Guthrie Center, IA. During those years, he spent time working in his parent’s bakery, Ferguson Bakery. He had an avid love of trains and would often jump on the trains coming through town and ride with the conductors. In 1954, his family moved to Ames, IA where his parents opened up Ferguson Bakery on Main St. It was during his sophomore year in high school where he met the love of his life, Karyl Lee Sills. Bill graduated from Ames High School in 1956. On June 5, 1960, Bill and Karyl were united in marriage at the First United Methodist Church in Ames and were married 59 years before Karyl passed away on June 6, 2019.

After high school, Bill worked as a District Sales Manager for Ferguson Bakery taking care of local restaurants and Iowa State University’s sororities and fraternities. After the bakery closed in 1973, Bill went to work for Sundstrand, now known as Danfoss. He spent 31 years there in international sales before retiring in 2004.

Music and the trumpet were a big part of Bill’s life. He played his first season with the Ames Municipal Band in 1954. He also played the trumpet in the Iowa State University bands. Bill played the trumpet at his church and served the Ames Municipal Band for 67 years as a dedicated and inspiring musician, friend and mentor. He has served the band longer than any other person and retired on July 29, 2021. Upon his retirement, John Haila, Mayor of the City of Ames, proclaimed Thursday, July 29, 2021 as “Bill Ferguson Day” throughout the City of Ames.

Besides his love for his family, Bill was also a big Miniature Pinscher lover. Bill and Karyl had several Min Pin’s throughout their marriage. In 2019, he adopted Kelli who was his faithful companion until the end. He loved the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Pittsburgh Pirates. We often said he was the biggest Hawkeye fan in Ames. He was also a fan of Nascar and Sprint Car racing in Knoxville, IA.

Bill is survived by his son, Mark Ferguson of Webster City; his daughter, Michelle Eilers (Jeff) of Ankeny; grandchildren Brittney Eilers of Ankeny and Logan Eilers of Ames. He was preceded in death by his wife, Karyl and his parents.

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David Keith Reid - May 01, 1944 - December 30, 2023

Departed: 12/30/2023 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: David Keith Reid, 79, of Oak Creek, CO, went to be with his Heavenly Father Saturday, December 30, 2023, surrounded by his family at the Reid Ranch in Kelley, IA.

He was born May 1, 1944, in Peckham, CO, to Maud and Charles Reid. Dave grew up in La Salle, where he met the love of his life, Nadine Vannest.

Dave and Nadine were married October 5, 1963. He and Nadine had two children, Preston and Tonya. Dave was a man of many talents, including lumber yard worker, owner and operator of a meat packing plant, a rancher, and a farm asset appraiser. In 1982, he moved his family to South Routt to manage a ranch outside of Yampa. Shortly after that he became the Steamboat Springs School District maintenance and groundskeeper for over 27 years before retiring.

Dave enjoyed his family, camping, fishing, 4-wheeling, his many pets, and supporting his grandkids’ sporting events. He was an active member of the Yampa Bible Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nadine; father, Charles; mother, Maud; and sister, Patty.

Dave is survived by his son Preston (Crystal) Reid, of Kelley, IA; Tonya (Bill Nelson) Reid of Craig, CO; sisters, LuAnn (Mike) Brewer, Charlotte (Allen) Moser both of Greeley, CO; four grandchildren, Caitlyn Reid and Logyne Reid, Billie (Dylan) Sather and Ben Bratton, and great-granddaughter, Brylee Sather.

Dave was a stranger to no one and will always be remembered by his willingness to help others, a friendly smile followed by a hug, his loving support for his small community, including the “Dave Reid paper route” for his neighbors.

Perhaps he will most be remembered for his enthusiastic Bingo calling at the South Routt Senior Center, or the friendly face delivering Meals on Wheels, or you might know him for having the most immaculate yard in town. His family will remember him most for hosting the annual family Labor Day event where he made the best Gingersnap cookies. Family meant everything to Dave; He could be found playing a competitive Rummy card game, supervising Gel Blaster “gun” fights in his yard, wearing his signature cologne, or dressing like a gangster cowboy to get a laugh.

In addition to his family, Dave loved Jesus and supported his church through multiple positions within the congregation. Dave is now looking over his family from Heaven with his beloved wife, Nadine.

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Carroll L. Nikkel - September 28, 1946 - December 25, 2023

Departed: 12/25/2023 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Carroll Lee Nikkel, age 77, passed away peacefully at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA on the evening of December 25, 2023. When God called him home, he was surrounded by family and listening to How Great Thou Art.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Friday, December 29, 2023 at Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3626 Ontario Street, Ames, Iowa. Additional visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at the church. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday at the church. Burial will be held in Woodland Cemetery, Iowa Center.  The funeral service will be livestreamed and a link will be available under the Events Section of Carroll's obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website.

Carroll Lee Nikkel, age 77, passed away peacefully at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, IA on the evening of December 25, 2023. When God called him home, he was surrounded by family and listening to How Great Thou Art.

Carroll was born September 28, 1946 in Newton, IA. He was the first born of six children to Dewey and Betty Nikkel. All through childhood, the family lived on farms around the town of Sully. He graduated from Lynnville-Sully High School.

On June 7, 1968, he married Norma J. Vander Hart of Pella, IA. They moved to Newton, IA where they had their first daughter Kerry. In 1970 they settled in the Ames area. While living south of Ames, they had three more children, Sherri, Greg, and Mindy. In 1999 they moved just north of Maxwell.

After graduating high school, he started off in the electrical business, first working with Meisner Electric in Newton. After moving to Ames, he started working with Sweeney, Manning, & Seivert. In 1985, Carroll and some good friends started Nikkel & Associates. Starting off with only 15 employees, they grew the business into one of the largest electrical contracting companies in Iowa. Carroll enjoyed his work and took great pride in it. He served as president on the board of directors of ABC Iowa, along with other boards. He was a part of a national ABC peer group where they shared ideas on best business practices and working with integrity.

He carried over those talents into supporting his church, Trinity Christian Reformed Church in Ames. The church became a second family, where he was an active member until his last days. He taught Sunday school, was an elder, he was a pivotal part of all three remodels, and he raised his children to believe and live a Godly life. He very much enjoyed using his gifts in construction to work with World Renew. Often rebuilding houses down south, or just helping someone in need. His volunteer work included building wells in Nigeria.

Carroll and Norma had four children, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. In 2005, God called Norma home. On Valentine’s Day in 2014 he married Jennifer Reicks of West Des Moines. Carroll welcomed Jennifer’s three children, spouses, and ten grandchildren to the union. They very much enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. In his lifetime, he was blessed to be able to travel all over the world. As Carroll’s health began to deteriorate they moved to Pleasant Hill. Jennifer took amazing care of him, always pushing for the best healthcare.

Win or lose, Carroll was a huge Iowa State Cyclone fan. He had season football tickets for many years. He loved taking friends and family to games with him. He very much enjoyed fishing with family, woodworking, playing cards with friends, doing puzzles, and watching Nascar. He loved antique tractors and cars. You could put a smile on his face if you brought him just about any pie or apple dessert. A perfect breakfast included biscuits & gravy, and bacon. His family has fond memories of him cooking the best egg sandwiches and rice pudding on Sunday nights.

He is survived by his wife Jennifer of Pleasant Hill; four children, Kerry J. (Larry) Scott of Chapman, KS, Sherri L. Nikkel of Slater, Greg J. (Connie) Nikkel of Ames, and Mindy S. Nikkel of Slater; three step-children, Joel (Sarah) Reicks of Dubuque, Josh (Brielle) Reicks of Maquoketa, Jennessa (Eric) Einwalter of Solon; nine grandchildren, Brittany (Nick) Tapp, April Nikkel, Jesse (Lauren) Joyce, Amber Joyce, Brett Graham, Marandah Scott, Brandi Nikkel, Montanah Scott, Cole Nikkel; ten step-grandchildren, JC, Bozena, and Rosie Reicks; Jacob, Mia, and Garrett Reicks; Owen, Simon, Ella, and Miles Einwalter; six great-grandchildren, Jocilyn Tapp, Zaelynn Nikkel-Milord, Ryker Tapp, Jesse Jr. Joyce, Jaden Joyce, Lucas Graham; four siblings, Robert (Rosemary) Nikkel of Sully, Linda (Daryl) Menninga of Sully, Doug Nikkel of Newton, Diana Mick of Kellogg; siblings-in-law, Dan Vander Hart, Val Nikkel, Fran Vander Hart, Louis Kuennen, Rosemary (Carl) Most, Sam (Theresa) Kuennen, Dan (Kathy) Kuennen, Diane (John) McCarty, Marie (Dean) Schneberger.

He was preceded in death by his wife Norma, his parents Dewey & Betty, and his brother Michael.

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Donna Dea Flanagan - March 15, 1945 - December 24, 2023

Departed: 12/24/2023 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: On Sunday, December 24, 2023, Donna Dea Dial, our sister, mom, aunt, grandma, auntie great and most-recent title, great-grandma passed away peacefully at Rolling Green Village, Nevada, Iowa at the age of 78.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, December 29, 2023 at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave. Ames, Iowa. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held in the Nevada Municipal Cemetery.

Donna Dea Dial was born on March 15, 1945 in Ames, Iowa to William G. Dial and Mabel A. (Burger) Dial. She graduated from Nevada High School with the Class of 1963. After high school she trained at the Humboldt Institute in Minneapolis, MN and graduated with a diploma in Transportation and Secretarial Training in July, 1964. Immediately after, she and several classmates went out west to Los Angeles where she secured a job with Western Airlines as secretary to the manager of Western’s terminals.

On November 29,1969 Donna married George P. Flanagan in Torrance, CA. After several years of waiting, Brenda Catherine was adopted and was placed with them in January, 1974. They moved to Iowa in June 1975 to be closer to her family and in May, 1976 they were blessed with another child, Brad William. After the children arrived, Donna became a homemaker. Once Brenda and Brad started elementary school, she held various secretarial positions throughout her career. Donna and George later divorced in 1995. Donna retired in 2011 from Iowa State University working in the admissions department. Donna was an experienced seamstress from an early age making most of her clothes. She very much enjoyed cross stitching as well. While working for the airlines she was able to travel the world. Donna was an avid bird watcher belonging to several bird watch lists and local organizations with having over 415 recorded species on her life list. She was especially fond of her travels that took her on bird sighting tours over the years. She was extraordinarily organized in all facets of her life. The boxes of scrapbooks of all her travels and life experiences are immense. If only her children could have inherited some of those organizational skills!

Survivors include her children, Brenda (Scott) McCloud, of Ogden, IA, son, Brad (Jessica) Flanagan of Winterset, IA; grandchildren Austin McCloud of Ogden, IA, Zachary (Hallie) McCloud of Ames, IA, Avery McCloud of Boone, IA, Hannah, Delilah and William Flanagan of Winterset; great-grandson, Carter McCloud; sister Linda Glantz (Doug) Ward of Ames, IA; niece, Lisa Glantz (Paul Geilenfeldt) of Marshalltown, IA; a nephew, Joe (Beth) Ward from Eden Prairie, MN; great nephews and nieces, Huston Williamson and Jack, Izzy and Eleanor Ward; and a cousin, Cindy Burger Olson of Pensacola, FL.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, William and Mabel Dial, grandparents, Clarence Bradford and Carrie (Peterson) Dial and Friedrich and Margaret Pearl (Buntenbach) Burger; and an uncle, Donald Burger (who she was named after).

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Melody Ann Schobert - May 18, 1953 - December 22, 2023

Departed: 12/22/2023 (Ames)

Obituary Preview: Melody Ann Schobert, age 70, of Ames, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023 at the Israel Family Hospice House.

Per Melody’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later.

Born on May 18, 1953 in Creston, Melody was the daughter of Joseph and Donna (Corby) Schobert. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1971. Melody earned a bachelor’s degree in music from the University of Iowa, a master’s degree from Iowa State University, and a Ph.D. in Counseling Education from the University of Iowa all while being a single mom to her boys.

Melody recently retired from Iowa State University, where she had been working for many years as an Academic Advisor. She always had a strong love of music. Melody played the trombone in the Ames Municipal Band and Collegiate Brass. She enjoyed doing cross-stitch and other crafts. Melody had been a member of Collegiate Methodist Church, the Iowa State University Alumni Association and the Iowa State University Women’s Club.

Melody is survived by her sons, Arlen (Tammy) Chase of Avoca and Benjamin (Sara) Schobert of Kansas City; four grandchildren: Scarlett Schobert, Brandon Schobert, Jacob Degeus, and Aidan Gaines; one great-grandson, Jaxtyn Degeus; a sister, Connie Schobert of Council Bluffs; a special cousin, Dan Shepler; many other cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Bob Schobert.

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The Importance of Obituaries

Obituaries are an important part of the grieving process. They allow family and friends to commemorate their loved ones publicly. They recount significant life events, accomplishments, and the personalities that made them unique.

Adams Funeral Home's Unique Approach to Obituaries

Adams Funeral Home understands the importance of a well-crafted, personal obituary. With respect for the individual’s life and consideration for the feelings of the grieving family, this Paw Paw funeral home drafts and publishes obituaries that genuinely represent the deceased.

Other Services Provided

Aside from obituaries, Adams Funeral Home strives to provide support during difficult times through various other services. These include grief counseling, online memorial tributes, and a dedicated staff ready to assist families with every aspect of funeral planning in their time of need.

Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services Paw Paw Obituaries Example:

Consider an example of Mr. John Smith, who recently passed away, and his family approached Adams Funeral Home for their services. The obituary crafted for him read: "John was a loving father, a devoted husband, and a dutiful son. He loved the outdoors, was an avid fisherman, and could light up any room with his sense of humor. He will be remembered for his generous heart and everlasting spirit."

This realistic example illustratesthe personal touch Adams Funeral Home brings to their obituaries, ensuring everyone receives a fitting tribute.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of services does Adams Funeral Home offer?

Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services provides a variety of offerings to honor the lives of the deceased, including traditional funerals, memorial services, cremations, and personalized tributes. We work closely with families to ensure services that are respectful and fitting for the individual.

How can I find the most recent obituaries from Adams Funeral Home?

You can view the most recent obituaries by visiting the Adams Funeral Home website and navigating to their obituaries section. This is updated regularly with the details of services and obituaries as they become available.

Is it possible to send flowers directly through Adams Funeral Home?

Yes, Adams Funeral Home provides the convenience of ordering flowers directly through their service, which they will ensure are delivered to the memorial service, visitation, or family's residence in a timely manner.

Can obituaries be searched by name or date?

Yes, on the Adams Funeral Home website, there is a search function that allows you to find obituaries by entering the name of the deceased or by specifying a date range.

Are there options for pre-planning funeral services?

Adams Funeral Home offers pre-planning services for those who wish to make their funeral or cremation arrangements in advance. This can provide peace of mind and relieve the burden from family members during a difficult time.

How can one leave condolences for a family?

Condolences can be left for the family through the online obituaries section. There you can write a message of condolence, share a memory, and express your sympathy and support for the family.

Does Adams Funeral Home offer grief support?

Understanding the difficulty of losing a loved one, Adams Funeral Home provides grief support resources. They may offer counseling services, support groups, or direct you to helpful community resources.

How does the obituary notification system work?

If you wish to receive notifications of new obituaries posted by Adams Funeral Home, you can subscribe to their obituary notification system via their website, and you will receive updates via email.

What information is typically included in obituaries?

Obituaries usually include the full name of the deceased, date of passing, information about the time and location of funeral services, and often a brief biography including family, occupation, interests, and achievements.

Are services from Adams Funeral Home limited to locals of Paw Paw?

While Adams Funeral Home primarily serves the Paw Paw community, they are prepared to work with families from other areas to coordinate services, including arrangements for out-of-town guests.

Can I personalize a funeral or memorial service?

Yes, personalization is an important part of the services offered. The staff at Adams Funeral Home will assist you in planning a service that uniquely reflects the life and passions of your loved one.

What do I need to know about arranging a cremation?

Adams Funeral Home staff can guide you through the process of arranging a cremation, including necessary legal documentation, choosing an urn, and determining final disposition or memorialization options.

Is financial assistance or payment planning available?

Understanding that costs can be a concern, Adams Funeral Home is willing to discuss financial assistance options and payment planning to accommodate different budgets and ensure dignified services for your loved one.

How can one obtain a copy of a death certificate?

The funeral home can assist with ordering copies of the death certificate for you. They will guide you through the amount you may need and the process of obtaining them from the appropriate government office.

What steps should I take if a death has occurred?

When a death occurs, you should contact Adams Funeral Home immediately. Their compassionate professionals will help you with the necessary next steps, including transporting your loved one to the funeral home.

Is it appropriate to share an obituary on social media?

Sharing an obituary on social media can be a way to spread the word of a loved one's passing and upcoming services. However, it is best to have permission from the immediate family before sharing personal details widely.

How long are obituaries available online?

Obituaries are usually available on the funeral home's website indefinitely, providing a lasting online tribute for the deceased individual.

What if I want to hold a non-traditional or non-religious service?

Adams Funeral Home respects the wishes of every family and individual and is experienced in arranging non-traditional and non-religious services that appropriately honor the unique life of the deceased.

Can I add photos or videos to an online obituary?

The funeral home's online obituary platform typically allows for the inclusion of photos and videos to create a multimedia tribute to your loved one, celebrating their life in a way that feels personal and meaningful.

What should be done with a loved one's social media accounts?

Dealing with a loved one's social media accounts can be part of the modern grieving process. Many social media platforms have policies for memorializing or deactivating accounts of the deceased. Adams Funeral Home can provide guidance on how to handle these digital assets.

Does Adams Funeral Home conduct international funeral shipping?

If your loved one needs to be transported internationally for burial or services in their country of origin, Adams Funeral Home can coordinate the complex process of international funeral shipping, in accordance with all legal requirements and regulations.

If one thing is evident, it's that Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Paw Paw provides personalized, comprehensive, and respectful services during these trying times. They understand the importance of honoring one's life through well-crafted obituaries that truly reflect the person. If you found this article enlightening or know someone who could benefit from this information, please share. Be sure to explore our other guides on Eulogy Assistant for more support and information.