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June A. Swallom

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/24/2023 - 10:50

June Ann (Brown) Swallom, 91, of Guttenberg, formerly of Cedar Rapids, passed away at home surrounded by her family on May 19, 2023, following a short illness.

Private services will be held. Interment will be at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery, Cedar Rapids.

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May

50-year Jubilee of Priesthood Ordination

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/24/2023 - 10:33

By Caroline Rosacker

Fr. Marvin Bries will celebrate his 50-year Jubilee of Priesthood Ordination and St. Mary's Catholic School's 169-year history at a western-themed celebration set for Sunday, June 4, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Guttenberg.

The celebration will begin with Mass at 10 a.m. with lunch following from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Brinkmann Hall.

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Climate change exhibit in Dyersville May 26

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/24/2023 - 10:32

The BUS-eum featuring two exhibits, "Hidden or Forbidden No More" and "Heartland's Future," will be at the James Kennedy Public Library in Dyersville on May 26. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

A weekend stay in Guttenberg at Hayden's Hideaway, a vacation rental owned by Andy Reimer of Garnavillo, created an opportunity for me to visit with three University of Erfurt students on a mission to raise awareness and promote action on climate change. 

Katharina Herz, of Bavaria, and Svea Benett and David Bernhardt of northern Germany, are participating in a whirlwind tour across the Midwest as part of an extra-curricular student project. 

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Local Memorial Day tribute set for Monday

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/24/2023 - 10:29

By Shelia Tomkins

Guttenberg area residents will pay tribute to veterans both living and dead at the community's annual Memorial Day program on Monday, May 29, at 10 a.m. at the Guttenberg Area Veterans Memorial in Ingleside Park. 

This year's observance will be similar to last year's — there will be no parade, but a short program is planned. 

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May

Elaine C. Hoffmann

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:10

Elaine Catherine Hoffmann, 92, of Guttenberg passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on May 8, 2023.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 25, from 4-7 p.m. at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg, and from 9-9:45 a.m. before services at the church.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 26, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Marvin Bries.

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May

Melvin Hall

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:08

We are deeply saddened to announce that Melvin Hall, 78, of Guttenberg passed away peacefully at the Guttenberg Care Center surrounded by family on May 9, 2023.

A celebration of life will be held at the Guttenberg Country Club on July 29, from 4-7 p.m.

Mel was born to Kenneth and Evelyn Hall on May 15, 1944.

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May

Naomi J. Klinge

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:08

Naomi Jeanette Klinge was born on Oct. 16, 1925, to Otto and Auguste Siebrecht on the family farm south of Garnavillo. She was the youngest of three children by nearly 10 years. Her brother was Valmah and her sister was Alice. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran church in Garnavillo.

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May

Alan C. Purvis

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:06

Alan C. Purvis, 82, of Guttenberg/Marshall, Wis. passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2023, from Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD).

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 4, at Four Winds Farm (5735 Adams Rd., Fitchburg, WI 53575) from 1–5 p.m. 

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May

Law Enforcement Victim Service Award

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:05

Sgt. Brent Ostrander was awarded the Law Enforcement Victim Service Award on April 26. From left are Assistant U.S. Attorney Tim Duax and Sgt. Ostrander. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker

In a crowded room full of colleagues, proud family members, friends, and grateful victims/survivors Investigative Sergeant Brent W. Ostrander of the Clayton County Sheriff’s Office was awarded the Law Enforcement Victim Service Award at the county building located at 600 Gunder Road in Elkader on April 26. 

Awards ceremony

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May

Foster care helps heal Iowa's kids

Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 08:04

Four Oaks, a statewide children and family nonprofit, assisted Jane Parker in becoming a foster mother nearly 14 years ago. From left are Kassie Parker and her foster mother, Jane Parker. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

A welcoming foster care home, whether with a single parent or couple, offers a child the opportunity to develop healthy emotional attachments, gain trust, increase self-esteem and provide an opportunity to learn valuable life skills. A foster parent's most important role for the duration of the child's stay is to be that of a teacher and  mentor. 

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