Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care - Baxter Obituaries

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Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care - Baxter is a trusted and compassionate funeral home serving the community of Baxter, Iowa. Located at 107 Main St, Baxter, IA, 50028, this family-owned and operated funeral home has been providing personalized and dignified funeral services to families in need for many years. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on supporting those who are grieving, Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care - Baxter is dedicated to helping families say goodbye to their loved ones with dignity and respect.

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Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care - Baxter has a long history of providing compassionate and professional funeral services to the community. The funeral home was founded on the principles of kindness, empathy, and understanding, and these values continue to guide the team today. Over the years, the funeral home has built a reputation for excellence, earning the trust and respect of families throughout the region.

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Donna Perry - August 25, 1960 - February 25, 2023

Departed: 02/25/2023 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Donna Perry, 62, of Baxter, Iowa, passed away on February 25, 2023. Memorial services are pending.

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Arlene Lathrop - May 19, 1933 - December 08, 2022

Departed: 12/08/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Arlene Lathrop, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. No services are planned.

Arlene was born on May 19, 1933, in Iowa City, Iowa. She married the love of her life Charles Lathrop in 1954 and they resided in Waukee, Iowa for much of their married life.

Those left to cherish her memory are Charlene (Scott) Pyle of Madrid, IA; grandchildren Charlie (Justin) Mayer of Norwalk, IA, Jeniffer (Roman) Verbeck of Boone, IA, and Taylor (Chelsey) Pyle of Ames, IA; great-grandchildren Jamisin, Kiley, Jazmin, Jordan, and Myles.

Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, husband Charles, and her brother Bob Parks.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Arlene and her family.

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Brenda Smith - September 05, 1961 - December 03, 2022

Departed: 12/03/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Brenda Louise Smith, 61, of Maxwell, Iowa passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. A visitation will be held at Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care (107 North Main Street) in Baxter, Iowa, on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Santiago United Methodist Church in rural Mitchellville on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Brenda Willis officiating. Burial will follow in the Franklin Cemetery in rural Mitchellville, Iowa.

Brenda was born on September 5th, 1961, to Roger and Glorene (Adams) Bailey in Des Moines, Iowa. She grew up in rural Mitchellville and graduated from Bondurant-Farrar High School in 1980. Brenda married Jimmy Smith in 1992. They had three children together. Brenda held various careers in her life, including employment with Casey's, Central Tractor, Prairie Meadows, Wells Fargo, the federal government, Bankers Trust, and finally Hach in Ames, Iowa. Brenda was active with the Pony Express Riders of Iowa, of which she was a board member for 4 years, she also held membership cards at several of her favorite casinos. Brenda was passionate about horses, and in her free time enjoyed riding and attending rodeos. She also had a deep love of camping.

Brenda leaves many loved ones to cherish her memory. These includes her children Cody (Katie Dillon) Smith, Colton (Hannah Hunter) Smith, and Makenze (Blake Mohon) Smith; siblings Jeff (Carole) Bailey, Annette (Corey) Ditsworth, and Barbara (Wayde) Wilson; nieces and nephews Jessica Bailey, Brad Reynolds, Tyler Walker, Hunter Ditsworth, Luke Ditsworth, Josh Kincaid, and Bailey Pritchard; and many close friends.

Brenda is preceded in death by her parents and her niece Jenny Bailey.

Memorial contributions on behalf of Brenda may be made to her family.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Brenda and her family.

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Gisela Brunner - May 29, 1935 - November 26, 2022

Departed: 11/26/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Gisela Anna Maria Brunner, 87, of Baxter, Iowa passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Altoona Nursing and Rehab on Saturday, November 26, 2022. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ with Pastor Christopher Hayward officiating. A private family burial will take place in Bethany Cemetery in Baxter.

Gisela was born on May 29, 1935, in Stuttgart, Germany to Otto and Emma (Holzapfel) Suffel. She grew up in Germany where she graduated from Volkschule. Following school, she began working at a chocolate factory. While working there she met the love of her life Kurt Brunner. Gisela and Kurt were married on June 7, 1956, in Stuttgart, Germany. While visiting her sister in Baxter, Iowa they decided to move to the United States as well. In 1961, they moved to Baxter where they raised their family together. She worked at Baxter Nursing Home for many years as a CNA.

Gisela was a member of the Bethany United Church of Christ where she served as the treasurer for many years, the Bethany Women's Fellowship Group, and Bethany quilters. She loved spending time with her family, shopping, cooking German food, watching TV especially her soap operas, gardening, flowers, and the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Those left to cherish her loving memory are her husband Kurt Brunner; children Uwe (Cindy) Brunner, Tonya Brunner, Angela (Randy) Lust, Andrea (Chris) Garton, and Anita (Jeff) Smith; grandchildren Malena (Nate) Billups, Nicholas Brunner, Easton Brunner, Brandon Brunner, Mercedes Brunner, Andrew Hopkins, Brice Hopkins, Derek (Heaven) McDermott, Daniel (Maricruz) McDermott, Seth (Megan) Garton, Chelsea (Dustin) Fox, Stefan Garton, Deven (Taylor) Smith, Erin (Zach) Suntken, and Ryan Smith; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister Erika Krampe; brother Herbert (Paulette) Suffel; sisters-in-laws Hilda and Kathe; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, infant son Walter, and grandson Lincoln Garton.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care, in Baxter, has been entrusted with the care of Gisela and her family.

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Donald Kelsey - June 29, 1946 - November 25, 2022

Departed: 11/25/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Donald "Don" Kelsey, 76, of Baxter, Iowa passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at the Iowa River Hospice House in Marshalltown, Iowa. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 28, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the New Sharon Friends Cemetery in New Sharon, Iowa. A celebration of life will be held at Don's house (108 Harrison Ave, Baxter, Iowa) from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. following his committal service.

Don was born on June 29, 1946, in Skyler County, Missouri to Harold and Fern (Wright) Kelsey. He graduated from Queen City High School in 1964. Don served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war in 1967-1968. He married Vicki Johnson on February 14, 1970, in New Sharon, Iowa. To this union 2 sons were born. Don worked at Firestone in Des Moines for 17 years and the Newton Post Office for 21 years before retiring.

He was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter. Don loved to spend time with his family, tend to his garden, read about the civil war, watch history shows on TV, and panning for gold which was his favorite hobby. He took great pride in his garden, his yard, and his car which was never dirty.

Those left to cherish his loving memory are his wife Vicki Kelsey, of Baxter, IA; sons Nathan Kelsey of Des Moines, IA and Ty (Patricia) Kelsey of West Des Moines, IA; granddaughter Madilynn whom Don loved so much; siblings Bob (Lynne) Kelsey of Kirksville, MO, Richard Kelsey of LaPlata, MO, and Evelyn (Fred) Warren of Springfield, MO; brothers-in-law Randi (Barb) Johnson of Gilman, IA and Rod Johnson of Gilman, IA; sister-in-law Sheila (Wes) Paul of Laurel, IA; many nieces and nephews; and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father in-law; sister-in-law; brother in-law; niece; and nephew.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Iowa River Hospice in Marshalltown, Iowa.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Don and his family.

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Miriam Schmidt - January 23, 1934 - November 06, 2022

Departed: 11/06/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Miriam Louise Schmidt, of Baxter, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Parkridge Nursing and Rehab on Sunday, November 6, 2022. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2022, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter, Iowa. Her funeral service will be held on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at Bethany United Church of Christ with Pastor Christopher Hayward officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethany Cemetery in Baxter, Iowa.

Miriam was born on January 23, 1934, in Marshalltown, Iowa to Jacob and Marie (Miller) Smith. She grew up in Marshalltown. As an only child she loved to spend time fishing with her dad and going to baseball games with him. She attended Marshalltown High School where she graduated with the class of 1951. Following school, she attended the Marshalltown Evangelical Hospital Nursing Program. Miriam graduated nursing school in 1954 and became a registered nurse. Miriam married Roger Schmidt in Marshalltown on September 25, 1954, and the couple moved to the East Coast while Roger served in the Army. In 1957, they relocated to the family farm north of Baxter where they raised their family together. Miriam began working at the Baxter Medical Clinic, then the Newton Medical Clinic, and ended up being an Industrial Nurse for Fisher Controls. She remained working there until her retirement in 1999. Miriam moved off the farm and to Baxter into her dream home in 2000. In 2004, she married Dick Follis and the couple enjoyed many years together. Miriam was a faithful member of Bethany United Church of Christ and served in various rolls there over the years.

Family was always Miriam's priority and she loved to spend time with them. Holidays and special family events is what she loved. She also enjoyed anything Christmas from music to creating special crafts and decorations, playing cards in various card clubs, traveling especially to the East Coast, watching baseball, watching NASCAR and cheering on Dale Earnhardt and Mark Martin, and anything to do with astrology.

Those left to cherish her loving memory are her children Salley Seeley of Baxter, IA, Don Schmidt of Rhodes, IA, and Jim (Danna) Schmidt of Menomonie, WI; grandchildren Jana (Gabe) Hechler of Ocean View, HI, Joel (Adriane) Seeley of Baxter, IA, Jen (Curt) Booth of Collins, IA, Nicole Schmidt of Phoenix, AZ, Erin Schmidt of Glendale, AZ, and Sydney Schmidt of Menomonie, WI; great-grandchildren Will and Grant Booth, Cael and Hayden Seeley, and George and Geneva Hechler.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Roger Schmidt, infant daughter Nancy Schmidt, husband Dick Follis, son-in-law Robert Seeley, and daughter-in-law Peggy Schmidt.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Bethany United Church of Christ.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Miriam and her family.

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Karen Howerton - May 15, 1957 - October 25, 2022

Departed: 10/25/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Karen Howerton, 65, of Collins, Iowa, passed away in her home on October 25, 2022. No services are scheduled at this time.

Karen was born in Nevada, Iowa on May 15th, 1957, to parents Bennie and Norma (Pyle) Lewis. She graduated high school in 1975 and attended DMACC where she earned a 2-year certificate. John and Karen were married in Nevada, Iowa. Karen worked mostly in the real estate field until her retirement. In her free time, Karen enjoyed watching sports, and especially watching her grandchildren play.

She is survived by her husband John Howerton of Collins, daughter Leslie (Tracy) Geffre of Ames, son Johnny (Kristi) Howerton of Collins, her grandchildren Carter, Mya, Dillon, and Kailyn, and her brother Steve (Patti) Lewis of Ames.

Karen is preceded in death by her parents, and her sister Kathi Hartwig.

Memorial cards and donations can be provided directly to the family.

Fredregill Funeral and Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Karen and her family.

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David Frattalone, Sr. - April 13, 1961 - October 18, 2022

Departed: 10/18/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: David "Dave" Michael Frattalone Sr., 61, of Maxwell, Iowa passed away on his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. The family will be holding a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. at Rock Creek Bible Church in Maxwell, Iowa on Saturday, October 22, 2022. A private family burial will be held at a later date in the Maxwell Cemetery in Maxwell, Iowa.

Dave was born on March 13, 1961, to Charles and Katherine (Rogers) Frattalone in St. Paul, Minnesota. He grew up in St. Paul and attended school there. Following school, he moved to Nebraska and began his family. Dave later attended college where he excelled at writing. He had a great passion for cooking and worked at various restaurants over the years as a chef. Dave enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, playing computer games, and cooking for people.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Vickie Frattalone; children Beverley Frattalone, Virgil (Angelica) Frattalone, David (Kelsey) Frattalone Jr., April Steinhoff, and Chris Frattalone; grandchildren Alexis and Lisa; sister Kathy (Fran) Siebenaler; brother Charles Frattalone; brothers-in-law Robert Barton, Darrell (Tammi) Daniel, Brent (Caril) Daniel; many nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial contributions can be directed to Maxwell State Bank for the David Frattalone memorial fund.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Dave and his family.

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Marilyn Markey - September 07, 1931 - October 01, 2022

Departed: 10/01/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Markey, 91, of Carroll, Iowa passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Lindsay Hart - January 10, 1981 - October 01, 2022

Departed: 10/01/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Lindsay Lee Hart, 41, of Pleasant Hill, Iowa passed away on October 1, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Ada Streit - June 19, 1936 - September 30, 2022

Departed: 09/30/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Ada Louise Streit, 86, of Iowa City, Iowa passed away on Friday, September 30, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Terri Hargan - April 02, 1971 - September 24, 2022

Departed: 09/24/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Terri Lynn (Thornburg) Hargan was born on April 2, 1971, in Newton, Iowa to Jim and Betty (Townsend) Thornburg of Baxter, Iowa. She passed away on September 24, 2022, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa after an illness. A private family burial will take place in Restland Cemetery in Baxter, Iowa.

Terri attended Baxter Community School. Terri married Kelly Hargan in September of 1990 in Marshalltown, Iowa. She worked as a CNA in long term care most recently working for Progress Industries in Newton, Iowa. She loved caring for others. Terri enjoyed craft shows, collecting gnomes, and her pets. She loved to laugh and had a wonderful sense of humor.

Those left to cherish her memory are her fur babies (cats): Bisquit and ½ Pint; her mother Betty Thornburg of Newton, IA; brother James Thornburg of Monroe, IA; and many aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by her husband Kelly Hargan; father Jim Thornburg; maternal grandparents; and paternal grandparents.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Terri and her family.

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Raymond "Ray" Armentrout - June 03, 1936 - September 04, 2022

Departed: 09/04/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Raymond "Ray" Dee Armentrout, 86, of Collins, Iowa passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, September 4, 2022. A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 8, from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. at the Collins Christian Church in Collins. His funeral service will immediately follow and begin at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Scott Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Collins, Iowa.

Ray was born on June 3, 1936, to Ancel and Bertha (Jensen) Armentrout in rural Fiscus, Iowa. Ray always had an artistic ability and was well known for his drawing from a young age. He attended Audubon High School and graduated with the class of 1954. Following school, he enlisted in the National Guard and worked at a local gas station. Ray married the love of his life Karol Parrott on June 5, 1956, in Exira, Iowa. They moved to Ankeny and began their family together. Ray began working for Thermagas as their Ad Director. In 1970, Karol and Ray moved to a farm south of Collins. They raised lambs and hogs. Ray started his own company, Ag Arm Advertising in 1982 and remained there until he retired in 2016. He was a member of the Collins Christian Church, where he served as a Deacon for many years, and the Lions Club.

Ray was a fantastic father and often would turn his living room into a football field or a basketball court to play with the boys. He loved spending time with his wife, kids, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Ray also enjoyed talking to strangers, golfing, the Hawkeyes, the Bears, the Chiefs, and the Bengals.

Those left to cherish his loving memory are his wife of 66 years Karol; sons Rodney (Deanna) Armentrout of Schaumburg, IL, Tracy (Becky) Armentrout of Kansas City, KS, and Jon (Kristy) Armentrout; grandchildren Benjamin, Bridget, Erik, and Anya; great-grandchild Bentley; brother Donald (Helen) Armentrout; sister Gloria (Lyle) Campbell; many nieces and nephews; many cousins; and close friends.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Collins Christian Church or the Collins Fire Department.

Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Ray and his family.

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John Gardner - February 04, 1935 - August 27, 2022

Departed: 08/27/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Rev. John William (Bill) Gardner, 87, of Newton IA, passed away on August 27, 2022, having lived a full life of service.Bill was born on February 4, 1935, to Rev. Frank Nelson and Helen Margaret (Bryant) Gardner in Lexington KY. After several ministerial related moves, the family settled in Des Moines IA,where Bill graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School and Drake University. Desiring to serve the Lord, he then attended Lexington Theological Seminary. Following seminary, Bill became the third generation of Gardner's to become a pastor. He began his ministerial career, spanning over 50 years, serving full time Christian Church (Disciples) congregations in Fordsville KY (during seminary), Whitten/Eldora IA; Petersburg IL; Corydon/New York IA; Camdenton MO; and Des Moines IA. Feeling a different calling, Bill then became an interim specialist for churches between pastors for the next twenty-two years before his retirement, serving fourteen more congregations.Through his wife Shirley Jean (Callaway), they raised two sons Jeffrey John and James William and enjoyed time with grandchildren Zachary James and Justin Kornelis especially camping with them, playing games, and attending their many sporting events.Bill was predeceased by parents Rev. Frank Nelson and Helen Margaret (Bryant) Gardner, brother and sister in-law, Frank Robert & Mary Jane (Drake) Gardner, and sister Margaret JoanGardner. Survivors include brother and sister in-law Richard Bryant & Kathleen (Stadler) Gardner of Cambridge MN, sons Jeff Gardner of Grimes IA, and Jim & Irene (Bouwers)Gardner of rural Dallas Center IA, grandsons Zach & Shelby (Bowersox) Gardner of New Hope MN and Justin Gardner of Grimes IA.Throughout his life, Bill enjoyed connecting with his congregation members, having developed life-long relationships with many. Wherever there were stories to be told and a laugh to be had,Bill could engage with anybody. In his later years, Bill moved to Newton IA so he could attend Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter IA having served two different interim ministries there and enjoying the friendships and connections he made there. During his last year, the family was grateful to Tracy Vargas and her sons for being his caretaker up through his passing.Visitation with family will be held September 8, 2022 from 5:00-7:00 at Bethany United Church of Christ, 5627 N 95th Ave W, Baxter, IA 50028. Services will be held the following day, September 9, 2022, at 3:00 at the same location with graveside service and fellowship luncheon to follow.Memorials may be made to Bethany United Church of Christ in Baxter IA.

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Eugene Grimes - April 13, 1940 - August 17, 2022

Departed: 08/17/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Eugene William Grimes, 82, of Woodward, passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Madrid Home in Madrid, Iowa. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2022, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Madrid Public Library. A private family burial will be held at the Fairview Cemetery in Madrid. Eugene was born on April 13, 1940, to William and Iva Mae (Kinne) Grimes in Woodward, Iowa. He grew up in Woodward and graduated from Woodward High School in 1958. After high school, he joined the National Guard and worked various jobs. Eugene married Judy Pies at the Methodist Church in Woodward, Iowa on January 25, 1969. In 1970, Eugene began working at Bridgestone/Firestone in Des Moines. In 1995, after 25 years of service he retired. Eugene was a member of the Rubber Workers Union. He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching western movies and TV shows, collecting and saving anything that was a deal, enjoyed car shopping, reminiscing about his 1958 Mercury Convertible, and telling funny stories.Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Judy Grimes of Madrid, Iowa; sons Doug Grimes of Des Moines, IA and Mike (Becky) Grimes of Baxter, IA; grandchildren Sara Grimes and Matthew Grimes of Baxter, IA; and sister Donna VanLew of Missouri.He was preceded in death by parents, sister Dorothy Rothfus, and brother Wilbur Grimes.Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Eugene and his family.

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Vickie Stewart - July 17, 1947 - July 21, 2022

Departed: 07/21/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Vickie Stewart 75, of Gilman, IA, passed away on July 21, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Donald Starnes - April 20, 1926 - June 26, 2022

Departed: 06/26/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Starnes.

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Kathryn Allspach - February 02, 1934 - June 06, 2022

Departed: 06/06/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Kathryn Ann Allspach, 88, of Newton, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A graveside service will be held at Bethany Cemetery on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. A luncheon will follow at Bea's Place in Baxter, Iowa. Kathryn was born on February 2, 1934, to Elmer and Dorothy (Rader) Klauenberg. She grew up in Baxter where she attended school. Following school, she married Ralph Allspach on April 30, 1949, in Tama. The couple farmed outside of Baxter then moved to Newton. She enjoyed helping with Girl Scout's, attending functions at the Moose Lodge, and playing in various card clubs.Kathryn's hobbies included completing puzzles, sewing, gardening, playing cards, coloring, camping, and playing dominos.Those left to cherish her loving memories are her children Peggy Allspach, Byron (Diana) Allspach, Russell Allspach, Cindy (Bob) Swihart, Teresa Baarda, and Ruby (Lee) Olson; many grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; many great-great- grandchildren; sister Barbara Johnson; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Ralph.Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the cremation care of Kathryn.

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Bradford Gagner - January 10, 1957 - May 20, 2022

Departed: 05/20/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Bradford E. Gagner 65, of Baxter, IA passed away on May 20, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Jeffrey Seibert - March 12, 1954 - May 07, 2022

Departed: 05/07/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Seibert 68, of Manchester, IA passed away on May 7, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Leonard Bigger, Jr. - May 31, 1956 - May 07, 2022

Departed: 05/07/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Leonard Bigger Jr., of Woodburn, IA passed away on May 7, 2022. Memorial services are pending.

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Curtis Harlow - January 25, 1934 - May 03, 2022

Departed: 05/03/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Curtis Leo Harlow, 88, of Baxter, Iowa passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, in Baxter. A visitation will be held at Fredregill Funeral Home, 107 North Main Street, Baxter, on May 9 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. A private family graveside service will be held at the Iowa Veteran's Cemetery.Curtis was born in Melcher Dallas, Iowa on January 25, 1934, to Alfred and Icyle (Sams) Harlow. As a kid he grew up in Knoxville, Ankeny, Mitchellville and Newton. He attended Newton High School and following school he joined the Navy Reserves. He married Mary Farr in Newton on July 4, 1952. Curtis then enlisted full-time in the Navy and then relocated to California and Hawaii and started their family together. Curtis served during the Vietnam Conflict and remained on active duty for 21 years until his retirement in 1976. In retirement Curtis was a fabricator and really a jack of all trades. He was an electrician, welder, rebuilt motors, carpenter, woodworker, and loved solving problems and fixing things. He enjoyed mowing his lawn and taking unexpected road trips with no ending destinations.Those left to cherish his loving memory are his children Marvin Harlow, Brenda Hunwardsen, Robin (Jolene) Harlow, Mark (Pennie) Harlow, and Steve (Angie) Harlow; 24 grandchildren; 36 great- grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; sisters Billye Jo Bruner, and Lori Wyland; many nieces; and many nephews.Curtis was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons Chris and Danny; grandsons Dustin and Logan; brothers Ted and Dean; and sisters Karen and Liz.Memorial contributions may be directed to Robin Harlow and will be distributed to Curtis's favorite local organizations.Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Curtis and his family.

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Luella Romp - February 09, 1925 - April 18, 2022

Departed: 04/18/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Luella Mae Romp, 97, of Colo, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, April 18, 2022. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Roger Hofer - April 24, 1962 - February 22, 2022

Departed: 02/22/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: Roger Hofer, 59, of Des Moines, Iowa passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 in Des Moines, Iowa. Memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care, 107 N. Main St., in Baxter from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. A private family burial will take place at Bethany Cemetery in Baxter at a later date. Roger was born on April 24, 1962, in Newton to Charles and Janice (Willia) Hofer. He grew up on the family farm outside of Baxter and attended Baxter High School. After school, he joined the Navy. He served on the USS Benjamin Stoddert (DDG-22) and was honorably discharged. After his service he returned to Iowa where he worked various jobs and started his family. Roger worked construction and had his CDL where he drove as a truck driver too. Roger married Denise Reineke on July 2, 2014. He was a member of the Teamsters. Roger's pride of his life was his family and he enjoyed spending time with them.Roger is survived by his wife Denise Hofer; children Janell Travis, Anthony Hofer, and Dylan (Suzanne) Hofer; stepdaughter Michelle Neal; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; father Charles Hofer; brother Jerry (Lorna) Hofer; and special friend Becky Rickabaugh.He was preceded in death by his mother and sister Kathy Williams.Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care in Baxter has been entrusted with the care of Roger and his family.

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James "Jim" Wright - November 22, 1918 - February 08, 2022

Departed: 02/08/2022 (Baxter)

Obituary Preview: James "Jim" Wright, Sr., 103, of Collins, Iowa passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at Windsor Manor in Nevada, Iowa. A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Collins. Immediately following visitation, a Masonic Service will begin at 2:00 p.m. followed by Jim's funeral ceremony. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery in Collins, Iowa.Jim was born in New Providence, Iowa on November 22, 1918, to Samuel and Georgia (Lowery) Wright. He attended school in Zearing and graduated from Zearing High School with the class of 1936. Jim joined the Army in 1942 and served as Captain of the 935th Field Artillery Battalion, "B" Battery during WWII including two and one-half years deployed to Africa and numerous countries in Europe. When he returned home, he returned to farming and campaigned for State Representative. He and some friends attended a dance in Marshalltown where he met the love of his life Hazel Lage. The couple was married six months later. He continued farming and expanding Wright Farms and additionally he and Hazel opened Wright Realty in Collins. Jim was an active community member and contributed immensely to the Collins Community. Over the years he was a Collins School Board President, member of the First County Zoning Commission, a charter member of the Collins Lions Club, member of the Collins American Legion, and the Collins Masonic Lodge and a generous donor to the Collins Library and Story Medical Center. As Chairman of the Collins United Methodist Church, he spearheaded construction of the building at the current location. Jim helped organize the Iowa Farm Business Association and was a member of Za-Ga-Zig Shrine. In 1965 he was awarded Iowa Master Farmer. Family was his pride and joy and he loved spending time with them. Jim was always active and enjoyed family vacations, Wright Family reunions, and turkey hunting with his grandson. His eternal green thumb always planted a garden, and Jim never saw a piece of lumber as it was, he always saw it as what he could turn it into. Jim is survived by his wife Hazel Wright of Nevada, Iowa; children Rebecca (Wayne) Minnick of Ames, Iowa, Thomas (Susan) Wright of Collins, Iowa, James (Sarah) Wright Jr. of Collins, Iowa, and Janelle (Rory) Mason of Nevada, Iowa; grandchildren Joseph (Heidi) Wright, Tracy Wright, Nathan Wright, Christina Wright, Paul Mason and Dylan Mason; step-grandchildren Megan Dreher, Molly DePasquales, Casey Minnick; step great-grandchildren Patrick, Stella, Lucy, Vince, Evan, Aiden, Brody; many nieces and nephews; and many close friends.He is preceded in death by his parents; son William Robert Wright; grandson Jonathan Wright; siblings Hazel (Rufus) Hoelscher, Jessie (Ethel) Wright, Gene (Arlene) Wright, and Kenneth (Jeannie) Wright.Memorial contributions may be directed to family so they can be distributed to Jim's favorite local organizations.Fredregrill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Jim and his family.

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