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Delmar ''Shorty'' Chester
Born in Troy Mills, IA. on June 19, 1922
Departed on June 26, 2003. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Visitation: Wednesday, December 31, 1969
Service: Monday, June 30, 2003
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Delmar 'Shorty' Chester, 81, of 1010 17th St. SW, died Thursday, June 26, 2003, in St. Luke's Hospital following a short illness. Services at 1 PM Monday in Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. Chaplain Kay Mineck of St. Luke's Hospital will officiate. Burial with military honors in Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel after noon on Monday. Arrangements by Cedar Memorial Funeral Home.
Survivors include his wife Dorothy, a daughter Kathy Burnes, and husband Bob of Cedar Rapids, and two grandchildren Tucker and Abby. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers Virgil, Carl, and Edward, and a sister Helen.
Delmar was born to Ross and Gladys Cook Chester on June 19, 1922 in Troy Mills. He was united in marriage to Dorothy McIntyre on October 12, 1946 in Cedar Rapids.
Before retiring he was a machinist at Universal Engineering for 39 years. He served in the Army Engineers during WW II in Europe. He was a member of the Troy Mills American Legion.
Delmar was a perfectionist in all he did and could usually be found in his work shop working on his woodworking projects, working in his yard, or feeding the birds. He loved making his family and friends laugh and he'll be greatly missed.
Military honors by Troy Mills American Legion.
Instead of flowers memorial contributions may be made to camp courageous of Iowa.
Gary H. Clark
Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on December 24, 1949
Departed on July 8, 2003. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Visitation: Thursday, July 10, 2003
Service: Friday, July 11, 2003
Gary H. Clark, 53, of 227 Ripon St. SW, died Tuesday, July 8, 2003, following a short illness. Services at 10 AM Friday in Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. Rev. Rick Gail of First Assembly Of God Church will officiate. Friends may call at Cedar Memorial Funeral Home from 5 to 8 PM on Thursday and at the chapel after 9:30 AM on Friday.
Survivors include his wife Alice, three daughters Michelle Laster of Mississippi, Tracy Wilcox-Thomas, and Nickie Brookes both of Cedar Rapids, four sons, David of California, Paul of Arizona, and twin sons Dalton and Cody of Cedar Rapids, a sister Joyce Clark of Cedar Rapids, and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Gary was born December 24, 1949, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to Howard and Virginia Boyd Clark. He married
Alice Albin on May 29, 1980 in Cedar Rapids. Gary was a Cedar Rapids Police Officer for 20 years and a Guard Lieutenant at Rockwell Collins for 12 years.
In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.
Bernice E. Cottrell
Born on November 23, 1920
Departed on July 11, 2003. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Service: Tuesday, July 15, 2003
Bernice E. Cottrell, 82, of 4631 Midway Dr. NW died Friday, July 11, 2003 at St. Lukes Hospital after a short illness. Services at 11 AM on Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church. Rev. Parker Knoll will officiate. Burial at 2 PM on Tuesday at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Newhall. Friends may call at Turner West Funeral Home from 5 to 8 PM on Monday and at the Church after 10 AM on Tuesday.
Survivors include a daughter, Donna Negro and her husband, John of Cedar Rapids, two sons, Rev. Bruce Cottrell and his wife, Edie of Tulsa, OK. and, Mark of Cedar Rapids, a brother, Hilbert Janssen and his wife, Mary of Vinton and a sister, Ruth Scheetz and her husband, Elmer of Luzerne. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Aaron Cottrell, Brent Cottrell and his wife, Stefanie, Michelle Paul and her husband, Jeff, Becky Adams and her husband, Chris, Barb Pline and husband, Jason; Beth, Mike, Brenda and Jim Negro, a brother in law, Ted Cottrell of Vinton and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Lawrence and a grandson, Joe Negro.
Bernice was born on Nov. 23, 1920 in Vinton, the daughter of August and Elizabeth Kranz Janssen. She married
Charles L. Cottrell on Sept. 26, 1943 in Newhall. He died in 1996. Bernice and her husband farmed in Benton for many years and moved to Cedar Rapids in 1963. Bernice was a homemaker and had worked in sales at Killian's Dept. Store for 13 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the Vinton Club. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran School in Bernice's name.
Alberta Laura Dirks
Born in Anamosa, Iowa on January 20, 1927
Departed on June 29, 2009. Resided in Hiawatha, Iowa.
Visitation: Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Service: Thursday, July 2, 2009
Family Gathering: Thursday, July 2, 2009
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Alberta Laura “Bert” Dirks, 82, of 51 Samoa Dr. in Hiawatha died Monday at St. Lukes Hospital after an extended illness. Services at 10:00 AM on Thursday at the Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Entombment at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories from 5 to 8 PM on Wednesday.
Survivors include her loving and caring husband of 49 years, Willis, children; Char Wink and husband Jack Gillick of Marion, Robert (Teresa) Dickson of Cedar Rapids, Joe (Laura) Dickson of Des Moines, Judy (Jerry) Moyle of Apache Junction, AZ., Mary (Bill) Waddle of Norman, OK., John (Irene) Ford of Monticello, WI., Debbie Mundorf (Joel Brokaw) of Martelle, Diane (Pat) Kilburg of Cedar Rapids and step-daughters, Cathy and Sherry of California. Alberta’s family also includes 18 grandchildren and a special “grandchild” Ryan Moyle and 11 great grandchildren; sisters include Frances Burns, Betty (David) Wittenberg, Donna (Hughey) Fults, Joann Fetters, a brother, Albert (Butch) Lathrop and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Harold and Elmer "Junior” Lathrop.
Alberta was born on January 20, 1927 in Anamosa, the daughter of Elmer and Helen Mere Lathrop. She married
Willis F. Dirks on January 16, 1960 in Iowa City.
Alberta worked for ARA services at Rockwell, retiring in 1989. Her favorite past time included bingo, playing cards and spending time with family.
The family would like to thank all of the Manor Care staff. Special thanks to Andrew and Melissa for their loving care. Many friends were made at Manor Care especially her roommate, Laima and friend Linda H.
Alberta, affectionately known as “Grandma-Great and Bingo Bert” was truly a wonderful wife, mother, sister, grand and great grandmother who will be greatly missed.
A memorial fund has been established.
Ruth ''Mimi'' Channell
Born in Paradise, Missouri on December 14, 1909
Departed on August 29, 2003. Resided in Marion, IA.
Visitation: Monday, September 1, 2003
Service: Tuesday, September 2, 2003
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Ruth 'Mimi' Channell, 93, of 500 Tory Lane, Marion, entered into eternal life with her precious Savior, following a sudden illness, Friday, August 29, 2003. Services: 2 PM Tuesday, Northbrook Baptist Church, by Rev. Darin Ulmer and Rev. David Miller. Burial: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 8 PM on Monday at Cedar Memorial Funeral Home and after 1:00 PM Tuesday at the church.
Survivors include a daughter, Samantha Ulmer, Marion, with whom she had lived for the past 2 1/2 years, a daughter, Katherine Katie Yates, and husband Marion, of Smithville, Mo., a son Lt. Col Ret. Charles R. Ralph Renfro and wife Gabrielle, of Standardsville, Virginia, 11 grandchildren, including Darin Ulmer and wife Sara, Daphne Ulmer, Anne Messick, Col. Charles Renfro and wife Mari, Rebecca Bush, Richard Renfro and wife Marti, Beverly Renfro, Gregg Yates and wife Mindy, Judy Stone and husband Rick, Vicki Walker and husband Roger, Chris Yates and wife Becky, 19 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was blessed to have many wonderful friends.
Ruth was born December 14, 1909, in Paradise, Missouri to John and Gladys Wade. She was the oldest of six children and her father was a Methodist minister. She was widowed at the age of 42 and raised her daughter, Samantha, then age 5. She worked as a telephone operator and for a time had a bakery in her home. She worked for the federal government, in the Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City, Missouri, Phoenix, Arizona, and Cedar Rapids, and worked at Williams Air Force Base, Gilbert, Arizona. Whatever she did, 'She did heartily, as unto the Lord, and not unto men.' Colossians 3:23 and was recognized for her outstanding work wherever she served.
Throughout her life, she served her Lord, her family, and her church lovingly, diligently, and faithfully. She was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church, Cedar Rapids for 16 years and then joined Immanuel's mission church, Northbrook Baptist Church and has served there for the past 14 years. She was a church pianist most of her life in Baptist Churches in Missouri, Arizona, and Iowa. Until her sudden illness, she spent an hour each morning playing hymns in love and praise to her precious Savior and Lord. She also taught Sunday School, worked in women's missionary groups, and sang in the choir in all of these churches. Ruth was known as a 'prayer warrior' and devoted much time daily to prayer for her family, her church, missionaries all around the world, and her country. She loved God's Word, and devoted the first hour of her day to Bible reading and prayer. Ruth was a great encourager and ministered through notes and letters to her family, friends, and church members.
'Mimi' loved her family and spent much time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Jordan, Lainey, Selah, Kenan, Miriam, Micah, Joshua, and Noah. As long as she was able she loved to cook wonderful treats for all her family and was well known for her delicious homemade bread, rolls, and chocolate-chip cookies. She loved holidays and celebrations and was so much a part of every special family event. 'Mimi' loved America, the 4th of July and everything patriotic. She was so dear to each of us and will forever hold such a special place in all of our hearts. 'Her children rise up and call her blessed.' Proverbs 31:28 She has left us a beautiful legacy of love, kindness, amazing patience, and endurance through many kinds of pain and suffering.
A handwritten note found in her Bible expresses the desire of Ruth's heart - 'I will be what I am, do what I can, where I am, as long as I can to the best of my ability because I love the Lord who first loved me and gave himself a ransom for my soul. Thank you Lord, for the privilege of serving you! Signed Ruth Channell 8-27-83. Our hearts ache for her presence here on earth, but our hearts rejoice as we think of the incredible joy she is experiencing in heaven today. She was ready to meet her God and join the multitudes praising Him for eternity.
Memorial contributions may be made to Northbrook Baptist Church.
Jerry C. Carr ''The Ole Cherokee''
Born in Greensburg, Kansas on February 4, 1927
Departed on September 1, 2003. Resided in Marion, IA.
Visitation: Thursday, September 4, 2003
Service: Friday, September 5, 2003
Cemetery: Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery
Jerry C. Carr, 'The Ole Cherokee', 76, of 5400 21st Ave. Marion, died at his home on Monday, Sept. 1, 2003 after a long illness. Memorial services at 3 PM on Friday at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories. Inurnment at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery where there will also be military rites. Friends may call at the Cedar Memorial Funeral Home from 5 to 8 PM on Thursday.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia, four sons, Michael of Cedar Rapids, Jack Penny of Arkansas, Tony Judy of Maquoketa, Stacy Reba, a daughter, Kathleen 'Kitty' Carr, all of Florida, a step son, Ray Mosley Theresa of Iowa City and a step daughter, Kimberly Walker of Illinois. He is also survived by many grandchildren, step grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Denham.
Jerry was born on Feb. 4, 1927 in Greensburg, Kansas, the son of Arthur and Lorraine Denham Carr. He married
Patricia A. Nielsen on Aug. 19, 1991 in Marion. Jerry was in broadcasting at WMT Radio for over 30 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of the Marine Corps League, Marion American Legion Post No. 298, VFW Post No. 788, 40 and 8 and the Memorial Salute of Flags. He served in both WWII and the Korean War in the Marines. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the Memorial Salute of Flags in Jerry's name. Please leave a message, tribute or memorial to the Carr Family on our web page, www.cedarmemorial.com under Obituaries. Military rites by the Cedar Valley Detachment of the Marine Corps League, VFW Post No. 788 and Marion American Legion Post No. 298.
Paul E. Durkee
Born in Helena, Montana on January 24, 1951
Departed on November 14, 2002. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.
Visitation: Friday, November 15, 2002
Service: Saturday, November 16, 2002
Cemetery: St. George Cemetery
Paul E. Durkee, 51, of 1124 Wolf Drive N.W., died Thursday at his home following a courageous battle of Cancer. Services: 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. George Orthodox Church by Father Paul Baba officiating. Interment: St. George Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today where a Trisagion service will be given at 7 p.m. with a coffee hour following. A mercy meal will also be given following the graveside service on Saturday. Military services will be conducted at the church. Arrangements are with the Cedar Memorial Funeral Home.
Surviving is his wife Julia, his father, Thornton Durkee of Paradise, Montana, his mother, Earlene Frasher of Cedar Rapids, a brother, Keithlin Durkee of Smyrna, Tennessee, a sister, Deb Manson of Marion, one niece, Abbie Durkee and two nephews, Kyle Jaycox and Skyler Manson.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Durkee in 1993 and stepfather, David P. Frasher in 1986.
Paul was born January 24, 1951 in Helena, Montana and was married
to Julia Kohl on August 3, 1985 in Cedar Rapids. He had formerly been employed by the Rockwell Collins company in Coralville and the Square D. Corporation in Tennessee. A graduate from Linn-Mar High School in 1970, he served for two tours of duty in Vietnam with the U.S. Navy. He was a member of St. George Orthodox Church, a life member of VFW Post 8422 in Smyrna, Tennessee and was a member of the Handyman Club of America.
