Stories from Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Habitat House dedications scheduled (10/21/09)
The Northwest Iowa Corridor of Habitat For Humanity has scheduled dedications for its two 2009 building projects. "We are on track to complete both of our houses in one year," said Mary Thunhorst, board member for Habitat for Humanity. "That was our goal, and we're excited that we're going to make that."

CAASA services help victim leave second abusive relationship (10/21/09)
For Connie*, it was hard to ignore the signs of trouble in her first abusive relationship. "One time, I remember, he got off work at 11:00, and I was in bed and I sat up and he just came flying across the bed and punched me in the eye," she remembers. "I was out of work for a week and a half. He just plowed into me so hard. I thought for sure it had popped out of the socket."

Dickinson County farmer reflects on evolution of farming (10/21/09)
From the warmth of a heated cab, Lyle Overocker, 76, can look across the fields he farmed as young boy with his dad, and recall long hours in unforgiving fall weather using horse-operated machinery and cabless tractors. Learning the early tools of the trade from his father in the 40s, it would have been nearly impossible for Overocker to accurately predict the technological advances of his profession.

Parent-teacher conferences enhance collaboration for student success (10/21/09)
While parent-teacher conferences can create nervous jitters in parents, students and teachers, they are an important communication tool to help everyone make the most out of classroom time.

Sami Center, PLAC host Boni Pueri boys choir (10/21/09)
The Friends of the Sami Center and the Pearson Lakes Art Center would like to announce that Boni Pueri, the Czech Boys Choir, will be making a stop on their tour for one performance in the Iowa Great Lakes region.

Betty Schroder (10/21/09)
(Feb. 9, 1930 - Oct. 11, 2009) Funeral services were held Oct. 15 at the Turner Funeral Home in Milford for Betty Lorraine Schroder, 79, who passed away Oct. 11 at the Longhouse Care Center in Spencer. Rev. Tom Van Tassell officiated. Interment was at Milford Cemetery in Milford.

Alice G. Goetsch (10/21/09)
(Dec. 6, 1937 - Oct. 14, 2009) Funeral services were held Oct. 17 at the Turner Funeral Home in Spirit Lake for Alice G. Goetsch, 71, who passed away Oct. 14 at Lakes Regional Healthcare.

Corey Charles Muhm (10/21/09)
(Jan. 2, 1987 - Oct. 10, 2009) A memorial visitation was held Oct. 14 at the Schuchert Funeral Home in Spirit Lake for Corey Charles Muhm, 22, of Pine City, Minn., formerly of Spirit Lake, who passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009.

Jan Laurie Erdman (10/21/09)
(Nov. 18, 1947 - Oct. 10, 2009) Funeral mass was held Oct. 14 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Milford for Jan Laurie (Fliss) Erdman, 61, of Fostoria, who passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at Lakes Regional Healthcare in Spirit Lake. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery in Milford.

Emilia Hibma (10/21/09)
(Dec. 12, 1934 - Oct. 12, 2009) Funeral services were held Oct. 15 at the Christian Reformed Church in Ocheyedan for Emilia Hibma, 74, who passed away Oct. 12, 2009, at the Lakes Regional Hospital in Spirit Lake. Rev. Greg Dyk officiated. Interment was at the Union Township Cemetery in Harris.

Kolegraff, Clair wed (10/21/09)
Natalie and Matthew Clair were married on Sept. 18, 2009 in Estes Park, Colo. at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau. Natalie is the daughter of Dr. Ron and Jill Kolegraff, owners of re*be Skin and Vein Clinic in Okoboji. Matthew is the son of Troy and Katy Clair, president and CEO of CLAIR Audio in Lititz, Pa.

Stockdale, Synhorst unite in marriage (10/21/09)
Rebecca Jean Synhorst and Owen Benton Stockdale were married on Sunday, Sept. 6 at the Presbyterian Church in Spirit Lake. Rebecca is the daughter of Debbie Synhorst of West Des Moines and Dr. John Synhorst of Spirit Lake. Owen is the son of Ned and Joanne Stockdale of Spirit Lake.

Hart celebrates 85th birthday (10/21/09)
M. Peter Hart of Wahpeton will celebrate his 85th birthday on Oct. 25, 2009. He was born in Des Moines. In June of 1949, he was married to Isabel Spies at Emmetsburg. Isabel passed away in May 1994. Pete was ordained a deacon at the Cathedral of the Epiphany in Sioux City in 1986.

Grandfather's time shows happiness through ups and downs (10/21/09)
This weekend, my Grandpa Helmers will celebrate his 85th birthday. During our weekly Sunday dinner this past week, my grandma turned to him and said, "So, you're going to be 85. How do you feel?" He pondered this for a moment before answering. "Last night, not so good. But today, I feel pretty great."

Thank you (10/21/09)
The Milford Commercial Club and the City of Milford would like to thank everyone who participated in our Fall Light Pole Decorating Contest.

Buddy Poppy Day (10/21/09)
From the women of the VFW Auxiliary, a big thank you to the Lakes News Shopper, Dickinson County News, HyVee, Fareway, Bomgaars, Buy Rite, Wal-Mart and the mall.

SAMI brick donations (10/21/09)
In 2005, while living in Spirit Lake (where I still have a home), I received a letter, asking for $100 donation for the Sami Center, on which a name for a brick would be placed. This is not unusual and I have experienced this many times while living in Phoenix.

Home