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Meeker Elementary School AM Kindergarten Ames Iowa - Mrs. Brown 1961-1962
Front row: Doug Ries , Mikey Rolling , Eddie Hendrickson , Allen Wagner , Glenn Norton
2nd row: Carol Gee , Jennifer Townsend , Julie Landon , Kim Carr , Susan Trcka , Sue Beth McClugage
3rd row: Shellie Dague , Paul Sondrol , John Cysewski , Alvin MacBride, Davy Maxon , Kieth Hapes , Mrs. Brown
4th row: Mark Lagomarcino, Farrell Silverthorn , Chuck Judy , Matt Koupal , Lane Baldwin , Mark Stone absent: Vonnie Smith , Craig Olsen , Mark Green , Kenny Duesenberg
This Meeker Kindergarten photo goes with this list of names www.flickr.com/photos/ahs/13875577065/
12 years later, most of these Kindergarten classmates went on to become future 1974 Ames High School Alumni and graduates.
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Paul Charles Sondrol
July 19, 1956 - October 20, 2018
Paul Sondrol 62, of Ames, passed away October 20, 2018 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Memorial service will be held 1:30 pm Sunday, October 28, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames with a visitation one hour prior to the service.
Paul Charles Sondrol was born July 19, 1956 in Sioux Falls, SD to Charles and Shirley (Kruggel) Sondrol. Paul grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. He continued his education receiving his BA at Mankato State University in Minnesota and his Masters and PhD at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Paul was a professor of Political Science and Latin American Specialist at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. Paul lived one year in Paraguay and enjoyed traveling throughout South America. He enjoyed hiking, running, talking politics and spending time with his family.
Paul is survived by his father, Charles Sondrol of Ames; son, Chase Sondrol of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Selah Sondrol of Winslow, ME; sister, Tammy (Jim) Stein of Muscatine, IA; brother, Danny (Cheryl) Sondrol of Ames, IA and several nieces and nephews.
Paul was preceded in death by his mother and daughter, Chelsea.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be addressed to Blank Childrens Hospital 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309. Online condolences may be left at adamssoderstrum.com
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Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman
May 31 1956 - July 23 2021
Ames - Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie's obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.com.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband's three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie's other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the "man of the family" since Tom's passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom's footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa's creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter's "big brain" and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa's faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina's resilience and strength, and loved watching her "baby" become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark's wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie's life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her "leopard-licious" clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie's life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie's family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
Obituary Posted online on July 27, 2021
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Sue Beth McClugage Stary Obituary
Sue Stary Obituary
July 18, 1956 - July 15, 2022
Goodbye Sue. We miss you already. Sue Beth McCluggage-Stary passed July 15, 2022 in Omaha. I've knew Sue for 60 years, Sue was in Kindergarten at Meeker Elementary and then at Beardshear for 5th and 6th grade.
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Sue Beth Stary
1956 - 2022
BORN 1956
DIED 2022
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Omaha, Nebraska
SUE STARY OBITUARY
Stary, Sue Beth
July 18, 1956 - July 15, 2022
Preceded in death by parents, Ray and Jean McClugage. Survived by loving husband, Robert; daughter, Raejean (Joe) Roberts; step-children, Babi and Adam; grandchildren, Erik, Madilynn, Jaylen, Eli, and Adam Jr.; brother, Jim (Dee) McClugage; and many other family and friends.
MEMORIAL SERVICE: Wednesday, July 20, at 2pm at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home, followed by INTERMENT in Westlawn-Hillcrest Memorial Park.
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5701 Center St 402-556-2500 westlawnhillcrest.com
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105 AHS 1974 classmates left to right:
front row: Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Susan (Trcka) Taege, Carla (Tesdall) Troxel, Cindy (Rutter) Jacobson, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Lynn Schultz, Barb (Best) Banks, Terri (Hough) Engle
row 2: Lisa Ladd, Sue Bliss, M. Emily "Maude" (Neff) Anderson, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Nancy (Dunmire) McMillen Brooks, Janet (Brown) Vidnovic, Susan (Stephan) Holloway, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Kathy (Reece) Farstad, Sharon (Heggen) Romsey
row 3: Kathy (Peters) Dagestino, Judy (Brink) Brown, Carol (Rosheim) Rosheim-Dittmer, Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Julie (Hensley) Lindstrom, Roger Dolling, Linda Deppe, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Susan (Larson) Allen, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, John Hansen, Mark Homer, Dan Lambert, Dan Strodtman
row 4: Gregor Dougal, Mark Dekovic, Tom Wilson, Robin (Warren) Barnett, Paul Stone, Susan Chantland, Anne (Burkholder) Byrne, Brad Meyer, Ozzie Soto, Mary (Childs) Anderson, Robin (Haugland) Fletcher, Patricia Anderson, Jim Swan, Nadya Fouad, Scot Boon, Kim (Johnson) Marples, Julie (Landon) Huisman, Peggy (Young) Mabuce, Tracey Stoll, Catherin (Grant) Malliet, Paula (Allison) Edwards, Sue (Overturf) Brayman, Martha Peterson, Ed Hendrickson, Jan (Tuttle) Springer waving, Barb Fleig, Linda (Kolb) Rathje
row 5: Mark Ostrem , Allen Wagner, Mark Barnett, Dave Pohm, Michelle (Shorten) Pohm, Diane (Bruin) Lang, John Campbell, Pete Crump, Vicki (Sims) Tabbot, Kirk Farrar, Dexter MacBride, Ben Duvall, Steve Huston, Lynn (Homer) Hermann, Monte Lutz, Laura Morton, Kathy (Schlunz) Rice, Tanya (Bogie) Pietron, Ruth Hollenbach, Brian Perry, Kathy (Marley) Gourley, Rich Ketcham
row 6: Kevin Frey, Dave Morgan, Steve Holdredge, Ron Ries, Don Finch, Mary (Skarshaug) Barker, Mark Beeman, Jeff Knudson, Tom Richert, Mark Shockley, Lori (York) Shockley, Kevin Ferguson, Len Griffen, Chuck Dorr, Richard Ingraham, Linda Welch, Bruce Beckley, Don Williams, Joel Lowman, Dave Frederick, Kolette (Hoskins) Barnhart Clearman, Tom Meador, Steve Hadwiger .
Ames High School Class of 1974 40-year reunion Saturday evening dinner group photo, July 26 2014 Scheman Building, Ames, Iowa. photobyKelsey
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Ames High School AHS class of 1961
55-year 55th reunion
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Row 1. L to R
Denny Sailsbury, Jerry Jones, Gary Clem, Paul Clark, Vaughn Welling, Mike Cadman, Aaron King, Doug Sampson, Darrell Spear, Louie Williams, Ron Gammell
Row 2 L to R
Mike Nickey, Sue Rice Bachman, Claudette Villwock Peterson, Marjorie Handeland (married name?), Pat Clayberg Swanson, Karen Vold Childs, Karen Skarshaug McGregor, Julie Blaess Sutherland, Karen Erickson Cadman, Karen Coletti (Buchholtz), Barbara Ferguson Petrone, Becky Simmering Anderson, Nancy Smalling Pasley, Judy Warren Ellis
Row 3 L to R (short row)
Tom Pumroy, Linda Hockman Forre, Jackie Matuseski, Margy Hillyard Erickson, Darla Hanlin Welch, Bonnie Hoover Carter, Margo Dunlap Reeg, Marla Peterson Larson, Peggy Billings, Shirley Busch Tice, Joyce Herrick Rodenborn
Row 4 L to R (row jogs a bit)
Kent Cooper, Jim Bates, Doug Olson, Tom Buchholtz, Dave Childs, Kurt Houge, Mike Cox, Bruce Bappe, Mike Van Scoy, Don Barber, Mark Watson, Bob Pasley, Bill McGowan, Mark Stenson
Since the photo was taken in 2016 the following 1961 classmates have passed on as of April 15 2021
Denny Sailsbury
Mike Nickey
Claudette Villwock Peterson
Pat Clayberg Swanson
Mike Cox
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Dennis (Denny) Wayne Sailsbury
1942-2021
Ames - Dennis (Denny) Wayne Sailsbury, age 78, passed away at his Ames, IA home on March 6, 2021 surrounded by his family. A gathering of friends and family will be 4-6:00 p.m. Thursday, March 11, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way Ames, with a 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, graveside service at Ames Municipal Cemetery. Masks and social distancing are required at both events.
Dennis was born in Ames, Iowa on September 24, 1942. He was the oldest of four children of Dale and Martha Sailsbury. He was a graduate of Ames High School and resided in Ames his entire life.
Dennis married Betty Borg, of Forest City, IA, on October 3, 1964. He had a passion for photography and worked at the Ames Laboratory as a photographer for over 40 years. He carried his passion of photography into his family vacations and holiday celebrations. He was heavily involved with his children's (Hal, Eric, and Dan) activities. He rarely missed a practice or a game. He helped coached the sports teams they were involved in and was a cub scout leader for each of his three boys. He took many ski trips with his sons and grandchildren.
He was also devoted to his seven grandchildren (Chelsea, Alex, Jack, Roman, Calvin, Max, and Jonah). His grandkids had many overnights at grandpa and grandma's house as they loved how he allowed them to stay up late to watch movies, eat chips and salsa, and make malts with grandpa. The morning always greeted the kids with his famous pancakes, as he was the only one that knew how to make them the "right way".
He was a teacher at heart, as he loved teaching life skills to his kids and grandchildren on how to drive a boat, fish, camp, build wood working projects, and how to enjoy life.
Everyone knew Dennis as an avid RAGBRAI rider as he rode RAGBRAI for 27 years. After he decided not to ride anymore, he would provide support in transporting gear and setting up tents for his kids and grandkids when they would join the ride regularly.
Dennis was a staple in his involvement with Ames High School Football. During football season, for 40 years, you could find him on Friday nights volunteering his time at Ames High football games running the chains on the sidelines marking first downs. Because of his dedication and years of service, he received a distinguished service award from the Ames High School Athletic Department.
Dennis loved camping. He took his family on numerous camping trips over the years and spent many years with his sons and grandchildren on canoe trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota.
In retirement, he worked part time at Reiman Gardens at Iowa State University as a jack of all trades. He spent many hours building displays, performing maintenance on equipment, and mentored many of the student workers.
He was a member of the Golden K Kiwanis.
Dennis never turned down an opportunity to try something new, because he was always a kid at heart.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Betty; son Hal (Dana) and their three children, Chelsea Bright (Isaac and great-grandchild due May 27, 2021), Alex (fiancé Kiki Kramer), and Jack; son Eric (Margene) and their son Roman (fiancé Morgan Warbalow); son Dan (Megan) and their three sons Calvin, Max, and Jonah; his siblings Marilyn Smith of Jackson, MO, Paul of Ames, IA, and Glen of Dysart, IA. His parents, Dale and Martha, preceded Dennis's passing.
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Published in Ames Tribune from Mar. 8 to Mar. 9, 2021.
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This is the 2nd AHS 1974 45-year class group photo at Starlite Village Ames Iowa Saturday September 19 2019
45 year reunion day 3 AHS class of 1974 45-year class reunion photo taken at the Quality Inn Starlite Village Hotel and convention center
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Ames High School class of 1974 45-year Reunion Class Photo w 90 classmates
Front row: Brad Meyer, Jeff Carter, Dave Morgan, Andy Orngaard, Melba (Smith) Olson, Cindy (Rutter) Jacobson, Toby Miller, Kathy (Peters) Dagestino
2nd row: Diane (Bruin) Lang, Robin (Warren) Barnett, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Judy (Brink) Brown, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Carol Rosheim-Dittmer, Dan Strodtman
3rd row: Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Louise (Lyman) Mcilhon, Peggy (Young) Mabuce, Sue Bliss, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Sue (Stephen) Holloway, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, Susan (Overturf) Traynor, Tracey Stoll, Julie (Hensley) Lindstrom, Nadia VanderGaast
4th row: Mark Barnett, Mark Beeman, Robin Haugland Fletcher, Susan Chantland, Patty Strain Foster, Esther Wright, Mary Stephens, Teri (Hough) Engle, Tom Wilson, Paula Allison Edwards, Daryl Popelka, Patricia Anderson
5th row: Mike Crowe, Mark Shockley, Lori (York) Shockley, Ben Duvall, Paul Stone, Jim Swan, Mark Homer, Roger Dolling, Tim Moody, Clare Wilson, Ricky Phillips, Julie (Landon) Huisman, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Linda Deppe, Sharen (Lee) Lyttle
6th row: Ozzie Soto, Mary (Skarshaug) Barker, Allen Wagner, Sue (Trcka) Taege, Steve Huston, Kevin Ferguson, Dave Pohm, Michelle (Shorten) Pohm, Sharon (Heggen) Romsey, Jack Petersen, Lisa Ladd, Linda (Kolb) Rathje, Don Finch, Beth Lane, Kristen (Fawcett) King
7th row: Gary Bornmueller, Ron Ries, Mike Rolling, Chris Schroeder, Glenn Anderson, Mark Davis, Bruce Beckley, John Hansen,
8th (back) row: Chris Lang, Ed Hendrickson, Scott McLaughlin, Gregor Dougal, Kevin Frey, Tom Richert, Richard Ingraham, Pat Coyle, Dexter MacBride, Joel Lowman, Chuck Dorr, Carla (Tesdall) Troxel, Susan (Larson) Allen, Catherine Grant Malliet
Since this awesome Saturday 45-year reunion event the class of 1974 has lost 2 more classmates. Julie Landon Huisman and Sharon Lee Lyttle both pictured above.
Sharen is third row far right in the class photo above
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Sharen Lee Obituary
Sharen Ranae (Lee) Lyttle Obituary
Born December 21, 1954
Died November 21, 2020
Resided Mitchellville, IA
Sharen Lyttle went home to be with her Savior November 21st, 2020, leaving behind a legacy of faith and memories for family and friends to celebrate. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Grace Church in Des Moines at 10am.
Sharen Ranae Lyttle was born to Don and Elaine (Reed) Lee December 21st, 1954 and was raised with her siblings in Ames, IA, graduating from Ames High School in 1974. Sharen married James “Jim” Lyttle on March 5, 1983. To this union were born TJ and Trisha.
In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, Sharen also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She regularly attended Grace Church in Des Moines and was actively involved in their quilting ministry.
Those left to remember Sharen’s legacy include children, TJ (Julia) Lyttle and Trish (Chris) Clingan; siblings, Deena Carrow, Susie Shelton, Sandy Hatten; two grandchildren and countless friends who were impacted by Sharen’s life. Sharen was preceded in death by her mother, father, sister Donetta and beloved husband, Jim.
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Good bye Julie we had great fun with you and we miss you !! You were a good classmate, friend, Mother and Grandmother
Julie Ann Huisman Obituary
May 31, 1956 - July 23, 2021
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Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.org.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband’s three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie’s other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the “man of the family” since Tom’s passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom’s footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa’s creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter’s “big brain” and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa’s faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina’s resilience and strength, and loved watching her “baby” become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark’s wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie’s life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her “leopard-licious” clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie’s life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
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Mrs. Beth Struble Elder's 4th grade class, taken on a warm day outside of Meeker Elementary School, next to the Meeker Gym on the right, and the parking lot on the left, probably Fall 1965.
Original 4th grade class photo is here
4th Grade Meeker Class photo roster is here:
4th grade cropped enlarged photo is here
Mrs. Struble Fourth Grade teacher
photo taken Fall of 1965
North side of Meeker Elementary School between the building and the parking lot
Class photo names:
Third row = Mrs. Wright, Ann Self, Greg Dougal, Greg Matters, Rusty Young, Dexter MacBride, Pat Coyle, Ed Hendrickson Jr., Matt Koupal, Sheryl Davis, Mrs. Struble
Second row = Kenny Anderson, Vicki Vanderbur, Debbie Gustofson, Debra Shadle, Sherry Bush, Julie Landon, Pam Fowles, Barbara Markley, Tracey Stoll, Kris Pelz
First row = Marty Bauer, Todd Emery, Mark Lagomarcino, Tom Reid, Brian Vetter, Brian Perry, Jim Moorhead, Paul Stone
1965-1966 Meeker Elementary School 4th grade class photo
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ANN MARIE (SELF) PETERSON Obituary
Ann Self Obituary
Ann Peterson Obituary
October 24, 1956 - November 9, 2004
STORY CITY
published on November 11, 2004
"It's not the length of time but the depth of life." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ann Marie Peterson passed away peacefully in her sleep at Israel Hospice House of Ames on November 9, 2004. Ann showed great strength of character as she bravely fought her brief battle with cancer. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday, November 12 at St. Petri Lutheran Church, 804 Grand Avenue in Story City.
Ann was born October 24, 1956 in Madison, WI to Dr. H.L. and Martha Self. She graduated from Ames High School in 1974 and attended Iowa State University. Ann and Greg Peterson were married on September 24, 1982 and together, they had two children, Megan (19) and Cole (10). She was employed at Mary Greely Medical Rehab and Wellness in Story City.
Ann's family was her greatest joy. She and Greg were their children's biggest fans at their sporting events; together, they encouraged their children's participation and success in all their endeavors. Ann found happiness in making her home beautiful and a comfortable place for her family and friends. She enjoyed golfing with her husband, reading and watching Oprah. She especially loved red roses, burning scented candles, her husband's cooking and anything chocolate. Ann held a special place in her heart for her kitties (except Missy). She will forever be a member in good standing of the FTA Group. Ann was funny, bossy and she knew-and said-what she wanted. For these reasons and more, we love her.
Ann is survived and lovingly remembered by countless friends and family including her husband, Greg; her two children, Megan and Cole; her mother, Martha Self of Ames; a sister, Linda (Jerry) Lindell of Arlington, TX; two nieces, Michelle (Randy) Thomas and Stacy (Daniel) Jones; a brother, Mike (Barb) Self of Martinsville, VI; and four nephews, Steven and John Self and Travis and Jared Parker. She is also survived by Greg's family, Ken and Joann Peterson and Steve, Mary, Sayer, Sam and Spencer Peterson, all of Story City; and Jeff, Jackie, Barrett, and Cameron Peterson, all of Bondurant.
Ann was preceded in death by her father, Dr. H.L. Self of Hico, TX, and a sister, Debra Parker.
Memorials may be sent to Bliss Cancer Center or the Israel Hospice House.
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Julie Ann Huisman Obituary
Julie Huisman Obituary
Julie Landon Obituary
May 31, 1956 - July 23, 2021
Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.org.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband’s three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie’s other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the “man of the family” since Tom’s passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom’s footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa’s creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter’s “big brain” and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa’s faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina’s resilience and strength, and loved watching her “baby” become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark’s wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie’s life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her “leopard-licious” clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie’s life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
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Ames High School 1974 30th reunion class group photo right side. Saturday July 31, 2004 outside of Hickory Hall, Ames, IA.
row 1 Dan Strodtman, Mark Anderson, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, Holly (Thies) Anderson, Julie Landon Huisman, Susan Overturf Brayman, Toby Miller, Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Tom Wilson, Mark Dekovic, Bob Welshons
row 2 Kyanne (McCarley) Danowsky, Kristen (Fawcett) King, Melba (Smith) Olson, Lynn Schultz, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Brad Meyer, Martha Peterson, Mary (Brady) Calistro, Kevin Hoff, Jon Dupler Blattert, Jim Swan
row 3 Mark Homer, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Ann (Kelso) Culver, Lisa Ladd, Peter Crump, Susan (Stephan) Holloway, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Teri (Hough) Engle, Kathy Schlung, Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Tracey Stoll, Chuck Dorr, Kathy (Reece) Farstad
row 4 Carla (Vondra) Anderson, Len Griffen, Joel Lowman, John Hanson, Vickie Sims Tabbot, Linda Deppe, Susan Chantland, Dave Morgan, Judy (Brink) Brown, Chris Lang, Linda Welch
row 5 (back row) Candy (Anderson) Matheson, Gregor Dougal, John Pantenburg, Gary Bornmueller, Randy Parish, Kirk Farrar, Jack Petersen, Tom Richert, Mark Barnett
Taken with Ed Hendrickson's Minolta DiMage 7 camera, that Ed handed to one of the spouse's that tagged along for the reunion. Ed Hendrickson gives permission to use this photo for non-profit AHS purposes only.
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Since this photo was taken in July 2004 the Ames High School class of 1974 has lost 2 more beloved classmates
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John Pantenburg b. October 12, 1955 - d. August 3, 2015
Photo Tribute to John Pattenburg AHS 1974
Obituary from Omega Funeral & Cremation Service, Portland, Oregon:
John Pantenburg of Portland died the afternoon of August 3, 2015 due to complications of lung cancer. He was 59.
Born in Ames, Iowa on October 12, 1955, John was the youngest son of Richard and Dorothy and was raised by his mother and loving step-father, Frank. He graduated from Ames High in 1974 where he formed many lifelong friendships, reuniting with many of these friends just last October at an impromptu class reunion.
In his 20's, John moved to Colorado where he worked as a salesman. A natural people-person, John's amiable personality put those around him at ease, customers and new friends alike. In the mid 1990s, John followed his work to Portland, Oregon.
Here, he explored his new city on his beloved bicycle, making friends along the way. John met some of his closest friends, though, during his time at Mattress World. These close-knit coworkers, including Andy Layne and many others, quickly became a second family to him. They supported each other through life's challenges and enjoyed the good times together, even attending a baseball game in Seattle earlier this year.
An avid sports fan, John loved the Chicago Bears, Kansas City Royals, and—after many years in the Pacific Northwest—even the Mariners. His favorite athletes, however, were his great niece Kristin and great nephew, Kellen. For as long as he was able, John was a fixture at the kids' futsal, soccer, basketball, baseball, and softball games. Always encouraging, after each game he asked, have fun? This simple gesture embodied John's easy-going nature and love for his family.
John will be lovingly missed by his mother, Dorothy Ward of Ames, Iowa; his brothers James (Kathy) of Ames, Iowa and Thomas (Kathie) of Littleton, Colorado; his nieces Danelle (Aaron) Isenhart of Beaverton, Oregon and Leah (Marc) McClure of Colorado Springs, Colorado; his nephew Brett (Samantha) Pantenburg of Woodbury, Minnesota; and five great-grand nieces and nephews: Kristin and Kellen Isenhart, Anthony and Christian McClure, and Caitlynn Pantenburg.
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Pantenburg and step-father Ora Frank Ward.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a gift to Providence Hospice, who took wonderful care of John in his final days. Per John's request, there will be no formal memorial service, though friends are invited to celebrate John's life in ways meaningful to them.
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Jon Dupler Obituary
Jon L. (Dupler) Blattert 1955-2013
Jon L. Blattert, 57, a longtime resident of Newton, passed away March 28, 2013, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.
Jon was born Sept. 29, 1955, in Athens, Ohio, the son of Robert and Brit Blattert.
On July 28, 1978, Jon was married to Ginny Blattert. They made their home in Carroll, Iowa, from 1979 to 1982. Their first daughter, Sarah, was born there Dec. 10, 1979. In 1982, they moved to Ames, Iowa, where their second daughter, Rachel, was born Dec. 15, 1982. Their third daughter, Rebecca, was born Oct. 17, 1989, in Ames. On June 19, 1991, Jon and Ginny moved to Newton. They met at McDonald’s in 1977 and bought the Newton store in 1991.
Jon devoted his life to his family and friends. He was a kind and generous man and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, spending time with family and friends, hanging out with his grandchildren, telling stories, playing jokes and helping others. He had many fun family trips to Okoboji with the Grinstead family. Jon was involved in various organizations, including Elks and Ronald McDonald House.
Those left to honor Jon’s memory include his wife, Ginny of Newton; his parents Robert and Brit Blattert of Newton; his daughters; Sarah (Adam) Bormann of Norwalk; Rachel (Adam) Ogden of Des Moines; and Rebecca (T.J.) Decker of Newton; his four grandchildren Madison Ogden, Maximus Ogden, Oliver Bormann and Gabriel Decker.
Visitation with the family will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 1, 2013, at Cardinal Hills (formerly Newton Country Club) in Newton, Iowa. Private family services are planned. Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials are being designated in Jon’s name and may be sent to the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left at www.pencefh.com.
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Kirk Lewis Farrar Obituary
Kirk Farrar Obituary
February 8, 1956 - November 15, 2019
Kirk Lewis Farrar age, 63 of Ames, Iowa died on November 15, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House. A gathering of friends and family will be 10:30 a.m. to Noon Friday, November 22 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames; with the burial immediately following at Ames Municipal Cemetery Ames, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Farrar.
Kirk was born on February 8, 1956 in Lincoln, NE to Ralph and Mary Jo (Dunbar) Farrar. He graduated from Ames High School (1974) and the University of Iowa in Communications. Kirk was always a salesman working in several different fields from office supplies to cars and finally to food service. He loved his family, eating, and his pets with his whole heart. He charmed many a person with his smile, laugh, and easy manner. All the while, combatting Parkinson's, a chronic disease that ravaged his body for the last 26 years of his life.
Kirk is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Farrar, brothers, Kelley (Kim) Farrar, Kris (Jennifer) Farrar, nephews Sean (Sarah) Farrar and Nate Farrar. He was also adored by his great nieces and nephews, Marvin, Hunter, Aaliyah, Bozena, EmmaLee and Micah.
His celebration of life will be a Munchie-walkabout for friends, family, and assorted people that were charmed by his smile and honored his fight for life.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a monetary donation for funeral services.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman Obituary
Julie Huisman Obituary
Julie Landon Obituary
May 31 1956 - July 23 2021
Ames - Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie's obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.com.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband's three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie's other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the "man of the family" since Tom's passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom's footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa's creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter's "big brain" and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa's faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina's resilience and strength, and loved watching her "baby" become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark's wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie's life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her "leopard-licious" clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie's life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie's family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
Obituary Posted online on July 27, 2021
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Mark Dekovic passed away August 3, 2023 and it has left a hole in my heart. I have known Mark since Junior High School growing up in Ames, IA. He was a wonderful friend and classmate and we will all miss him so much.
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Mark C. Dekovic (Deke) Obituary
Age 67, of Crystal, Minnesota, passed away August 3, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Mark was born on May 31, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to Charles and Elaine Dekovic.
Most of Mark's childhood was spent trying to grow up in Ames, IA (some would say he never did). He attended Ames High School where he fell in love with the arts, especially theater and music. Mark reveled in the stage and performing, which he carried on throughout his life. Following high school, Mark went to work for Aunt Maude's restaurant in Ames where he developed his cooking skills that would later spare his wife from her own bland hot dishes and cans of SpaghettiOs. He continued his education at Iowa State University, pursuing his love of theater through countless performances in Stars Over VEISHA, Union Board Theater, and Memorial Union Resident Summer Theater (MURST). He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design in 1983.
After moving to Minneapolis in 1983, Mark enjoyed sharing his talents with the Minnesota Shakespeare Company and cooking at various restaurants around the city before starting at McKesson Corporation where he began his 30-year career working most recently as an E-commerce Web Designer. He exited stage left into retirement in September 2022 (because who doesn't love doing web design?). The overall enjoyment-quotient at McKesson dropped 75% when he retired as he was the go-to guy for fun at many company functions, hosting and entertaining during trade shows, United Way functions, banquets, and other events. When Mark walked into the room, everyone noticed!
In 1999, Mark married his co-star, Sue Johnson, who came with an award-worthy supporting cast of Kiernan and Karlyn. He brought his authentic zest for life and his passion for fun into their lives, for which they will be forever grateful. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. His many hobbies included being an avid photographer, playing his collection of guitars, woodworking, the Chicago Bears, and spending time with family. He will be remembered for his hilarious sense of humor and his gentle kindness.
Mark is survived by his wife of 24 years, Sue; stepson Kiernan Johnson and stepdaughter Karlyn (David) Mlostek, one granddaughter Reagan Mlostek; his mother Elaine Dekovic, Ames, IA; siblings; Charles (Sara), Queens Creek, AZ; Jay (Dalila), Tabernash, CO; Lauren (Martin) Fenimore, Des Moines, IA; Julie Dekovic (Donald Duhon), Spring, TX; Elizabeth Catanesi (Deborah Walton), Nipomo, CA; 8 nephews, 3 grand-nieces, 4 grand-nephews and countless other family and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Charles W. Dekovic, Jr.
Many thanks to the nurses and doctors at Methodist Hospital and the Health Partners Frauenshuh Cancer Center for their compassion and humor. You truly are Heroes!
A Celebration of Life will be held on September 16th, 2023, at 3125 Virginia, Ave. North, Crystal, MN, from 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation at the following link: curecca.link/MarkDekovic
"All the world's a stage;
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts..."
William Shakespeare (From As you Like it)
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Ames High School Class of 1974 40th reunion class photo.
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Front row: Kathy (Peters) Dagestino, Teri (Hough) Engle 1974 AHS Alum, Steve Holdredge, Ron Ries, Allen Wagner, Jeff Knudson, Patricia Anderson, Jan (Tuttle) Springer, Mary (Skarshaug) Barker, Kathy (Marley) Gourley.
row 2: Susan (Stephan) Holloway, Janet (Brown) Vidnovic, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Cindy (Rutter) Jacobson, Nancy (Dunmire) McMillen Brooks, Dexter A. MacBride, Mark Beeman, Chris Lang, Diane (Bruin) Lang, Lynn (Homer) Hermann
row 3: Carla (Tesdall) Troxel, Peggy (Young) Mabuce, Kim (Johnson) Marples, Rich Ketcham, Martha Peterson, Tracey Stoll, Kolette (Hoskins) Barnhart Clearman, Mark Barnett, Robin (Warren) Barnett, Lynn Schultz, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Tom Wilson
row 4: Lisa Ladd, Paula (Allison) Edwards, Tanya (Bogie) Pietron, Robin (Haugland) Fletcher, Catherine (Grant) Malliet, Barb Fleig, Kathy (Reece) Farstad, Linda Welch, Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Sharon (Heggen) Romsey, Roger Dolling, Don Finch, Ed Hendrickson
row 5: Bruce Beckley, Kathy (Schlunz) Rice, Sue Bliss, Mary (Muir) Anderson, Len Griffen, Vickie (Sims) Tabbot, Linda (Kolb) Rathje, Kevin Frey, Joel Lowman, Ruth Hollenbach, Susan (Trcka) Taege, Dave Morgan, Tom Meador
row 6: M. Emily "Maude" (Neff) Anderson, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Brad Meyer, Steve Huston, Paul Stone, Richard Ingraham, Mark Dekovic, Scot Boon, Steve Hadwiger, Don Williams, Monte Lutz, Tom Richert, John Healey
row 7: Anne (Burkholder) Byrne, Susan (Larson) Allen, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, Julie (Landon) Huisman, Sue (Overturf) Brayman, Laura Morton, Ben Duvall, Pete Crump, David Frederick, Julie (Hensley) Lindstrom, Michelle (Shorten) Pohm, Dave Pohm, Kirk Farrar, Ozzie Soto
row 8: Gregor Dougal, Chuck Dorr, Jim Swan, John Hansen, Dan Lambert, Brian Perry, Nadya Fouad, Linda Deppe, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Susan Chantland, Jack Petersen, Dan Strodtman, Kevin Ferguson
row 9: John Campbell, John Hansen, Mark Homer, Barb (Best) Banks, Judy (Brink) Brown, Carol (Rosheim) Rosheim-Dittmer, Lori York, Mark Shockley, Mark Ostrem, Mary (Childs) Anderson
row 10: Nick Healey (John Healey's son)
1974 AHS group class photo. Sat evening July 26, 2014. Ames High School Class of 1974 40th reunion class photo in Benton Auditorium in the Scheman Building - photobyKelsey
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#photobyEd #photobyEdHendricksonJr Sort of - this is actually a photo of a photo out of the Echo Central Junior High School yearbook, taken with Motorola X mobile phone. Not too bad for a cell phone photo of a photo
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1969 Seventh Grade Central Junior High page 27 1969 Echo, Ames Iowa. Probably taken fall of 1968.
Homeroom 116
BACK ROW: (Left to Right) Mrs. Spencer, Lindy Good, Jeff Loots, Steve Craig, Sandra Hubbert, Mary Muir, John Pantenburg.
THIRD ROW: Nancy Sime, Steve Bryner, Linda Deppe, Cheryl Bush, Terry Bergman, Steve Stokke.
SECOND ROW: Dave Frederick, Jerry Herrick, Brad Meyer, Les Steenhard, Mark Harris, Esther Wright, Kim Johnson
FRONT ROW: Diane Pearson, Bob Schmidt, Cindy Rutter, Kelly Kavanaagh, Mary Vestal, Debbie Blair
Most of these classmates went on to become future 1974 Ames High School Alumni and graduates.
John Pantenburg b. October 12, 1955 - d. August 3, 2015
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1967-1968 Central Junior High East Wing 6th Grade class photo Mrs. Lori Pruessing Room 208 Ames Iowa. This classroom was on the 2nd floor of the old Central East Building.
Central Junior High 6th grade
Front row L to R: Paul Sondrol, Jackie Doerflinger, Carey Lindsey, Edward Lee Hendrickson Jr., Dexter MacBride, Mark Lagomarcino, Steve Buck, Tony Irwin
2nd row L to R: Julie Huisman Landon, Cheryl Purvis, Vickie Sims Tabot, Jennifer Roberts, Sheryl Davis, Sheau-Huei "Carol" Gee, Debbie Spencer, Sue Taege Trcka, Vickie Jones
Back row L to R: Rick Phillips, Mark Ostrem, Allen Wagner, Cathy Beard, Susan Overturf Brayman, Patty Sprague, Penny Martin, Paul A. H. Stone, Miss Lori Pruesing, Scot Boon
This was the last year that 6th grade was at Central Junior High, the four 6th grade teachers were: Mr Henry Gray, Miss Pruessing, Mrs. Sonsken and Betty Brummett.
Click here for the class roster for Miss Pruessing's room 208 6th grade Central Junior High School class
Future graduates of the Ames High School class of 1974
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Paul Charles Sondrol
July 19, 1956 - October 20, 2018
Paul Sondrol 62, of Ames, passed away October 20, 2018 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames. Memorial service will be held 1:30 pm Sunday, October 28, at Adams Funeral Home in Ames with a visitation one hour prior to the service.
Paul Charles Sondrol was born July 19, 1956 in Sioux Falls, SD to Charles and Shirley (Kruggel) Sondrol. Paul grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. He continued his education receiving his BA at Mankato State University in Minnesota and his Masters and PhD at the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Paul was a professor of Political Science and Latin American Specialist at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. Paul lived one year in Paraguay and enjoyed traveling throughout South America. He enjoyed hiking, running, talking politics and spending time with his family.
Paul is survived by his father, Charles Sondrol of Ames; son, Chase Sondrol of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Selah Sondrol of Winslow, ME; sister, Tammy (Jim) Stein of Muscatine, IA; brother, Danny (Cheryl) Sondrol of Ames, IA and several nieces and nephews.
Paul was preceded in death by his mother and daughter, Chelsea.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be addressed to Blank Childrens Hospital 1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50309. Online condolences may be left at adamssoderstrum.com
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May 31 1956 - July 23 2021
Ames - Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie's obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.com.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband's three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie's other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the "man of the family" since Tom's passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom's footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa's creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter's "big brain" and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa's faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina's resilience and strength, and loved watching her "baby" become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark's wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie's life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her "leopard-licious" clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie's life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie's family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
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1954 AHS AMES HIGH SCHOOL CLASS REUNION
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2009
ROW ONE L to R: Karla Holst Renaud (KY), Janice Blair Wilson (IA), Vera Kauffman Swoboda (IA), Donna Wilson Stiegler (OH), Barbara Mc Laughlin Marr (IN), Marna Adams Stevens (MN), Mary Cattell Brown (IA). Barbara Teig Adams (IA), Jeanne Cooke Collins (CO), Katherine Wright Garland (VA), Mary Hosmer Shahan (IA)
ROW 2, L to R: Mary Jo Vivian (IA), Suzanne Clark Lunde (IA), Janet Skeie Nesbit (IA), Patricia Thompson Berhow (KY), Keith Ancel Covey (MN), Loraine Earls Safly (IA), Linda Nordyke Shortridge (IN), Shirley Nicholson Thornsberry (IA), Mary Ann Ahart Valley (MN), Marilyn Kyle Freel (IA), Patricia Deaton Kyle (IA), Duane Green (IA), Thomas Bilek (TX), Gary Fain (OK), Paul Lunde (IA), John Welden (IA), Marilyn Walsh Hegland (IA)
ROW 3, L TO R: Frank Judisch (IA), John (Jack) Steil (CA), Leverne Seversike (IA), Robert McCardle (SC), Dennis Rust (TX), Barron (Barry) Gulliver (MI), George McJimsey (IA), Donald Sprague (IA), Larry Larson (IA), David Everds (MN), Lawrence Kelley (CA), Michael Knuths (TX), Bruce Griffith (AR)
ATTENDED A FRIDAY EVENT: Jack Compton (IA), Joan Finch Bennett (TX), Jan Piper Jaqua (IA) Note: State of residence follows name in ( )
Ames' blustery weekend of Oct. 9-11, 2009 saw 41 members of the Class of '54 (and numerous spouses) marking 55 years since graduation. Kick-off was a catered BBQ picnic at Inis Grove Park, where attendees from 13 states picked up their information packets and put their cameras to work. About 20 attended the Hall of Fame game, and a few even braved the cold for all four quarters.
Duane Green, driver par excellence, procured a bus for the 19 who went to Boone for a scenic ride through the Des Moines River valley on the steam-locomotive train Saturday morning. That evening, we gathered at the Gateway Hotel for a buffet banquet and an AV presentation prepared by Barb McLaughlin Marr chronicling our Ames school years from elementary through graduation. Conversation, much laughter, and many more pictures filled the remaining hours.
A Sunday buffet breakfast wound down the weekend. Jan Blair Wilson and Mary Hosmer Shahan arranged for all the delicious meals and the autumn decorations. Keith Covey, class president, served as general chair, Frank Judisch was treasurer, and Jeanne Cooke Collins took care of all communications.
We're considering a gathering in the spring of 2012, perhaps in the southeastern U'S., because our ranks grow thinner and our memory book grows thicker. The reunion could be part of a great vacation, or even be the vacation, because we'd pick an interesting location with choices of things to see and do. Willing to help? Have ideas? Notify Keith Covey at or Jeanne Collins.
photo credit to Robert Phillips Photography Ames, IA.
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1974 40th reunion panoramic from balcony, Olde Main gathering Friday July 25, 2014. Over 1/4 of 1974 Ames High School classmates are in this photo attending the amazinly fun 1974 40th reunion.
Far left: John Campbell talking to Tracey Stoll, Tom Richert talking to Pete Crump, Debbie Olson, Paul Schuette talking with Catherine (Grant) Malliet and Sharon (Heggen) Romsey, Lynn Schultz (behind the pole), Tim Moody conversing with Tom Wilson and Sue (Stephan) Holloway and her husband David Holloway, Jack Peterson and Susan Chantland talking to Anne (Burkhalter) Bryne and Susan (Larson) Allen, Joel Lowman and Lisa Ladd, Len Griffen, Patty (Strain) Foster, Richard Ingraham, Brad Meyer, Chris Lang, Kevin Fergeson, Ben Duvall, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Kevin Frey, Mark Shockley, Robin (Haugland) Fletcher talking w Judy (Brink) Brown and Paula (Allison) Edwards, Chuck Dorr. In the top right corner is Betty (Thompson) Grinde talking to Gregor Dougal and Sue Bliss, Ev Cochrane talking w Brian Snider, Kevin Frey in "The Hat". Patricia Anderson (the only one that noticed me and is waving). On the far right, Jean and Scot Boon, Ozzie Soto (sitting), Dan Lambert (sitting), Shellie Lambert (sitting), Cindy (Rutter) Jacobson (sitting), Nancy Dunmire (sitting) and many more. Panoramic stitched together 3 photos, left middle and right using huggin software.
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Event: 1974 Ames High School 40th class reunion Location: Olde Main, Main St., Ames Iowa Date: Friday July 25, 2014 8:27 PM.
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Dear 1954 Ames High School Classmates,
It was great to see all of you at our 60th AHS class reunion from September 12-14 2014 ! We hope you enjoyed it as much as the committee did. We were especially gratified by the turnout at all three events and the informal socializing that went on after each one and between times.
This is a group photo of those who attended our Saturday evening dinner at the 1954 Ames High School Reunion event. Special thanks to Karel Hedrick, Paul Lunde and Bonnie McFarland for sending 10 shots. This is the best of the set, all things considered. Unfortunately, a couple faces are partially obscured. But it's the memory that counts, right?
We sincerely hope to see all of you at the next one! Keith Covey, 1954 Ames High School Alum
Back row L to R: Jerry Hedrick, Terry McFarland, Larry Larson, Keith Covey, Dave Dutton, Jerry Hagen, Barry Gulliver, Dave Everds, Geroge MdJimsey, Duane Green, Larry Kelley, Dennis Rust, Ed Sorenson, Estil Hoversten
Middle Karel Harper Hedrick, Marilyn Kyle Freel, Sharon Smith Krieger, Loraine Earls Safly, Janet Christy Jensen, Tom Bilek, Suzanne Clark Lunde, Mary Ann Ahart Valley, Mary Hosmer Shahan, Kate Wright Garland, Don Sprague, Phil Parsons, Paul Lunde
Front Patricia Thompson Berhow, Vera Kauffman Swoboda, Marna Adams Stevens, Janice Blair Wilson, Barbara McLaughlin Marr, Patricia Deaton Kyle, Ruth Wantz Haley, Marilyn Walsh Hegland, Bruce Griffith
not pictured Barbara Teig Adams
A total of 37 classmates attended the AHS 60th reunion in Ames, Iowa, including those from Kentucky, Virginia, California, Texas, Minnesota and all over Iowa.
There were 172 graduates in the Ames High School class of 1954, including 4 sets of twins. Of the classmates pictured at least 15 still live in or have returned to Ames, and all have contributed in important ways to the benefit of the Ames community. Their Ames High School building is now Ames City Hall.
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AHS 1974 45-year class group photo #1 at Starlite Village Ames Iowa September 2019
45 year reunion day 3 AHS class of 1974 45-year class reunion photo taken at the Quality Inn Starlite Village Hotel and convention center
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Ames High School class of 1974 45-year Reunion Class Photo w 90 classmates
Front row: Brad Meyer, Jeff Carter, Dave Morgan, Andy Orngaard, Melba (Smith) Olson, Cindy (Rutter) Jacobson, Toby Miller, Kathy (Peters) Dagestino
2nd row: Diane (Bruin) Lang, Robin (Warren) Barnett, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Judy (Brink) Brown, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Carol Rosheim-Dittmer, Dan Strodtman
3rd row: Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Louise (Lyman) Mcilhon, Peggy (Young) Mabuce, Sue Bliss, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Sue (Stephen) Holloway, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, Susan (Overturf) Traynor, Tracey Stoll, Julie (Hensley) Lindstrom, Nadia VanderGaast
4th row: Mark Barnett, Mark Beeman, Robin Haugland Fletcher, Susan Chantland, Patty Strain Foster, Esther Wright, Mary Stephens, Teri (Hough) Engle, Tom Wilson, Paula Allison Edwards, Daryl Popelka, Patricia Anderson
5th row: Mike Crowe, Mark Shockley, Lori (York) Shockley, Ben Duvall, Paul Stone, Jim Swan, Mark Homer, Roger Dolling, Tim Moody, Clare Wilson, Ricky Phillips, Julie (Landon) Huisman, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Linda Deppe, Sharen (Lee) Lyttle
6th row: Ozzie Soto, Mary (Skarshaug) Barker, Allen Wagner, Sue (Trcka) Taege, Steve Huston, Kevin Ferguson, Dave Pohm, Michelle (Shorten) Pohm, Sharon (Heggen) Romsey, Jack Peterson, Lisa Ladd, Linda (Kolb) Rathje, Don Finch, Beth Lane, Kristen (Fawcett) King
7th row: Gary Bornmueller, Ron Ries, Mike Rolling, Chris Schroeder, Glenn Anderson, Mark Davis, Bruce Beckley, John Hansen,
8th (back) row: Chris Lang, Ed Hendrickson, Scott McLaughlin, Gregor Dougal, Kevin Frey, Tom Richert, Richard Ingraham, Pat Coyle, Dexter MacBride, Joel Lowman, Chuck Dorr, Carla (Tesdall) Troxel, Susan (Larson) Allen, Catherine Grant Malliet
Since this awesome event the class of 1974 has lost 2 more classmates. Julie Landon and Sharon Lyttle
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Sharen Ranae (Lee) Lyttle Obituary
Born December 21, 1954
Died November 21, 2020
Resided Mitchellville, IA
Sharen Lyttle went home to be with her Savior November 21st, 2020, leaving behind a legacy of faith and memories for family and friends to celebrate. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Grace Church in Des Moines at 10am.
Sharen Ranae Lyttle was born to Don and Elaine (Reed) Lee December 21st, 1954 and was raised with her siblings in Ames, IA, graduating from Ames High School in 1974. Sharen married James “Jim” Lyttle on March 5, 1983. To this union were born TJ and Trisha.
In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, Sharen also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She regularly attended Grace Church in Des Moines and was actively involved in their quilting ministry.
Those left to remember Sharen’s legacy include children, TJ (Julia) Lyttle and Trish (Chris) Clingan; siblings, Deena Carrow, Susie Shelton, Sandy Hatten; two grandchildren and countless friends who were impacted by Sharen’s life. Sharen was preceded in death by her mother, father, sister Donetta and beloved husband, Jim.
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Good bye Julie we had great fun with you and we miss you !! You were a good classmate, friend, Mother and Grandmother
Julie Ann Huisman Obituary
May 31, 1956 - July 23, 2021
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Julie Ann (Landon) Huisman, 65, of Ames, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her home.
Friends may call from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., Ames, Iowa. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the church. All who knew and loved Julie are welcome and invited to attend. For those who are not able to travel, the service will be available to watch through a live stream on the Tribute Wall of Julie’s obituary on the Adams Funeral Home website or www.fumcames.org.
Julie was the daughter of Keith and Ellen Landon, of Ames. She was born at Mary Greeley Medical Center on May 31, 1956. She grew up in Ames and graduated from Ames High School in 1974. Julie graduated from Iowa State University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Labor and Industrial Relations, a degree program she customized, and was a proud member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, serving as President twice. She went on to earn her Master of Science Degree in Adult Learning, Development and Performance from Drake University in 2008, and was very proud to have earned a 4.0 GPA while working full-time and raising her three kids. Julie also had a passion for continued growth and learning, and completed her International Coach Federation Certification in Business and Executive Coaching at The University of Texas at Dallas - School of Management in 2008.
Julie was a passionate person, but she felt most strongly about her beloved husband Tom. They were college sweethearts and dated for eight years before marrying in Ames at the United Church of Christ on April 3, 1982. Tom and Julie had a vibrant marriage for the 38 years they were blessed to share on this earth. Julie was broken-hearted to watch her husband’s three-year cancer battle come to an end with his passing on July 26, 2020.
Julie’s other great loves in her life were her three remarkable children, Kevin, Melissa and Karina. As she often told them, she loved her children to the moon and back, and everyone who knew her knew how incredibly proud she was to be their Mom.
Her first born and only son, Kevin Charles, held a soft spot in her heart. She was immensely proud of the man he has become and the devoted father he is to his daughter Bianca. Julie loved how highly regarded and beloved Kevin was in his career. She was grateful for the many ways he stepped into the role as the “man of the family” since Tom’s passing in July of 2020. Julie also raved about his home-cooked meals and loved when he would fire up the grill for family dinners.
Melissa Kay, her second-born, was her bright and shining Mel Star. She saw so much of herself in her daughter, and championed her aspirations to follow in her mom’s footsteps by starting a big, beautiful life in Texas at a young age. Julie loved Melissa’s creativity and singing voice, and thought her writing was pretty special. She was proud of her daughter’s “big brain” and her many professional and academic achievements. Most of all, Julie was in awe of Melissa’s faith in God, strength of heart, and wisdom beyond her years.
The adoption of her baby girl Karina Ann from Novokuznetsk, Russia, was a highlight of her life, and Julie adored her youngest daughter. Julie was so proud of Karina’s resilience and strength, and loved watching her “baby” become a mother on December 6, 2020 to Ellen Kathy-Marie, her second granddaughter. She counted it an incredible honor to help plan Karina and Mark’s wedding on July 25, 2020, and was so grateful for the wonderful husband Karina found in Mark, and son-in-law she added to her family. Karina always knew how to make her mom laugh the hardest of anyone, and they shared many special silly moments.
Not to be forgotten, Julie considered her fur babies Coco Bear and the late Bandit Jo a part of the family and her very best friends.
Family was everything to Julie, and celebrations were plentiful among the Landon and Huisman families. From holidays, to birthdays and weekly pool parties, she cherished getting to live close to her extended family in Ames for the last years of her life.
Julie was whip-smart, incredibly interested in people, and highly ambitious, attributes she channeled into her successful 37-year career in Human Resources. She was very proud of her accomplishments in her professional life, as were all who knew her. Upon her graduation from Iowa State, Julie moved south to begin her career at Phillips Petroleum Company in Borger, Texas. She held numerous roles in HR with Phillips 66 in Borger, Texas, Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Stavanger, Norway, Caracas, Venezuela and Maracaibo, Venezuela. Julie was thrilled at the opportunity to work as an expatriate, immersed in global cultures, where she mastered the Norwegian and Spanish languages. Julie and Tom both retired from Phillips in 2000 and moved to Ames to be closer to their extended family.
Upon her return to Ames, Julie worked as the Human Resources Director for the Iowa State Foundation for two years. Her final career stop was at the City of Ames, where she served as the Human Resources Director for over 11 years. She was very proud to work at City Hall, in the same building as her late mother, Ellen Landon, who was a beloved Public Information Officer for the City of Ames for many years.
Julie retired from the City of Ames in 2015 to shift her focus and energy towards her family. She devoted her time in retirement to supporting her mother Ellen until her passing in 2019, and her husband Tom in his difficult cancer battle. She and Tom were looking forward to retiring in a beautiful home they built together in The Villages, Florida. Most recently, Julie was excited to transition into a new home in Ames with a pool area she named the Huisman Hibiscus Haven.
Volunteerism was an important aspect of Julie’s life, and she loved to serve her community. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church for 21 years, and served on the Staff Parish Relations Committee. Julie maintained a close connection to her beloved Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Iowa State, serving both as the Chapter Advisor and the House Corps Board President for many years. Julie also served on the board at Youth and Shelter Services in Ames. She was proud to be a Rotarian in the Rotary Club of Ames, just like her late father, Keith Landon. Julie was affiliated with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, and had fond memories with many women in the organization.
Beyond her passions for her family and career, Julie had many hobbies and interests that fulfilled and enriched her life. At heart, she was an artist and creative soul. In her younger years, she was a talented pianist, seamstress, painter, and later in life, a prolific scrapbooker. Julie also had an eye for design, having originally started college as an Interior Design major. Though she never pursued a career in the field, she had a life-long passion for building, designing, and decorating her homes, all 13 of them!
Physical activity was important to Julie. She loved all water-related things: boating, skiing, swimming, and lake life. Every day was a new opportunity to achieve her goal of getting 10,000 steps. Julie loved to dance, and could often be seen embarrassing her kids with her latest dance moves.
Everyone who knew Julie could tell you about her impeccable style, and also her impeccable bargain shopping skills. During her working years, she could be seen in the most beautiful suits, but later in life she grew a sizable collection of leopard print items, which she called her “leopard-licious” clothing.
Julie was beloved by all who crossed her path. Whether long-time friend or stranger, she had a way of making people feel instantly known and loved. She would always remind her children to be two things with people: interesting, and interested. Julie was quick to ask a hundred questions, and was a lifelong interviewer. She cared deeply about the people in her life, and maintained a sizable social circle with friends across the globe. Julie and Tom prioritized social gatherings with dinner clubs, boating crews, and enjoyed hosting guests regularly at their lake houses.
Julie’s life was guided by her rich Christian faith, and her personal relationship with Jesus. She loved to spend her mornings journaling, and documented all stages of her life in writing and reflection. Julie was passionate about the local church and serving God.
Left to cherish her memory are her three beloved children and their partners: Kevin Huisman of Ames, Iowa, Melissa Huisman of Austin, Texas and Karina and Mark Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. She had two beautiful granddaughters, Bianca Anne McConkey of Ogden, Iowa, and Ellen Kathy-Marie Kendall of Fort Drum, New York. Julie also leaves behind many members of her loving family –– her sister, Nancy Hemphill of Ames, Iowa; her nieces and their families: Becky, Aaron, Allison, and Jacob Rogers, of Ames, Iowa, and Katie, Nate, and Lincoln Molstad of Ankeny, Iowa; her mother-in-law, Joyce Huisman of Ames, Iowa; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and Tom Thomas of Ames, Iowa, her brother-in-law and nephew, Ted and Nick Huisman of State Center, Iowa, and her sister-in-law and nephew, Laura and Grant Beckett of Everett, Washington.
Julie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Tom Huisman; her mother and father, Keith and Ellen Landon; her father-in-law Charles Huisman; and her brothers-in-law Monty Hemphill and Larry Beckett. We are sure she is thrilled to be reunited with them all.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Ames. Online condolences may be left for Julie’s family at www.adamssoderstrum.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Ames. The family would like to thank all who knew and loved Julie and the Huismans for their unending support and love for their mother and family.
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Here is Coach Phil Johnson holding this same photo of a Newspaper article from 1973 about the 1973 Ames High School football team and their unique story.
Phil Johnson head football coach
6 wins - 3 losses for the 1973 AHS Football team
1973-1974 AHS Football team gridders begin slow end on a hot streak.
Ames High School will play its final football game of the 1973 season Friday night at Marshalltown. Team members:
Front from left, are Pat Coyle, Dave Pohm, Jim Gammon, Kevin Allen, Dennis Dobson, Monte Lutz, Jon Stalheim, Steve Pier, Matt Koupal, and Mike Bittinger.
Second row, from left, J.D. Kuehl, Len McGilliard, Jim Moorhead, Denny Elliott, John Healey, Tom Wilson, Ben Svec, Paul Schuette, Mark Samuelson and Kevin Ferguson.
Third row, from left, Rod Mather, Tom Fisher, Shawn Campbell, Kerry Ferguson, Bill Ewan, Tom Nutty, Kurt Knutson, Dave Dalton, Jeff Songer, and Paul Zmolek.
Fourth row, from left, Chris Lang, Ted Riggs, Keith Bell, Terry Lang, John Albert, Steve Johnson, Bruce Hanway, Jeff Berhow, Gary Hunziker and Greg Hughes.
Fifth row, from left, Ev Evy Cochrane, Jerry Herrick, Joel Bertheson, Howie Campbell, Greg Foell, Bill Robertson, Mark Bogenrief, Jeff Bergeson, and Glenn Catus.
Sixth row, from left, Joe Allen, Greg B??, Rick Matt, Paul Engvoldstad, Tom Ingram, Len Griffin, ??, Kirk Farrar, Back row, from left, head coach Phil Johnson, assistant Cal Carpenter, assistant coach Keith Bailey, equipment manager and trainer Ron Green and student trainer Dean Bretnall. Not pictured: Tom Wierson and manager Gary Bornmueller. (Tribune photo).
Summary of the Ames High School 1973 football season
Even though the Ames High football team lost three of their first four games, Coach Phil Johnson felt that the little Cyclones had the potential to win them all. “The seniors just didn’t have enough game experience early in the season,” he said.
by the time the team got their stuff together the season looked quite grim. The Little Cyclones dropped a thrilling Homecoming decision to Fort Dodge and were trailing Central Waterloo at halftime. Somebody did an excellent motivational job because the team came out of the locker and ran Central off the field.
A week later the squad traveled to Cedar Falls to play the number four ranked Tigers. The Little Cyclones dominated the game with a stiff defensive effort while capitalizing on Cedar Falls’ mistakes. After rolling past Waterloo West and Ottawa the gridders wound up the season on a bitterly cold night in Marshalltown. The game went down to the wire as the Little Cyclones held on to a one point victory and a share of second place in the Conference.
Considering the first half of the season, the team did a remarkable job of bouncing back. “The improvement over such a short time was tremendous,” commented Coach Johnson. “The winning streak is a great tribute to their achievements.” Johnson added that this team was the most enjoyable team that he had coached.
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1966 5th grade Meeker Elementary school in Ames Iowa
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Room 12 Miss Foelske's Fifth Grade 1966-1967
Third row - Sheau-huei Gee, Roger Dolling, Pat Coyle, Candy Anderson, Dexter MacBride, Brian Boyd, Jon Stalheim, Ted Riggs, Miss Foelske
Second row - Susan Trcka, Jennifer Roberts, Paula Sorenson, Alice Roemhild, Susan James, Marty Bauer, Mark Harris, Kelly Kavanagh, Mark Lagomarcino
First row - Ricky Phillips, Brian Snider, Kristine Pelz, Susan Chantland, Nadya Fouad, Jon Dupler Blattert, Andy Currier, Glenn Norton
Meeker Elementay School, probably taken September 1966 Ames, Iowa
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Jon Lawrence Blattert
1955 - 2013
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Obituary of Jon Lawrence Blattert
Jon L. Blattert, 57, a longtime resident of Newton, passed away, March 28, 2013, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.
Jon was born September 29, 1955, in Athens, Ohio, the son of Robert and Brit Blattert.
On July 28, 1978, Jon was married to Ginny Blattert. They made their home in Carroll, Iowa, from 1979 to 1982. Their first daughter Sarah was born there December 10, 1979. They moved to Ames, Iowa in 1982 where their second daughter Rachel was born December 15, 1982. Their third daughter Rebecca was born October 17, 1989, in Ames. On June 19, 1991 Jon and Ginny moved to Newton. They met at McDonald's in 1977 and bought the Newton store in 1991.
Jon devoted his life to his family and friends. He was a kind and generous man, and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, spending time with family and friends, hanging out with his grandchildren, telling stories, playing jokes, and helping others. He had many fun family trips to Okoboji with the Grinstead Family. Jon was involved in various organizations including Elks and Ronald McDonald House.
Those left to honor Jon's memory include his wife, Ginny of Newton; his parents Robert and Brit Blattert of Newton; his daughters; Sarah (Adam) Bormann of Norwalk; Rachel (Adam) Ogden of Des Moines; and Rebecca (T.J.) Decker of Newton; his four grandchildren Madison Ogden, Maximus Ogden, Oliver Bormann and Gabriel Decker.
Visitation with the family will be 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 1, 2013, at Cardinal Hills (formerly Newton Country Club) in Newton, Iowa. Private family services are planned. Pence - Reese Funeral Home in Newton has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials are being designated in Jon's name and may be sent to the funeral home.
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Getting ready for the Ames High School 1974 class photo during the 30th reunion Saturday July 31, 2004 at Hickory Hall in Ames Iowa. You can see we were all having a great time.
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John Pantenburg in back row 5 from right.
Row 1 Dan Strodtman, Mark Anderson, Barb (Mahlstede) Boyer, Holly (Thies) Anderson, Julie Landon Huisman, Susan Overturf Brayman, Toby Miller, Denise (Kepley) Wirth, Tom Wilson, Bob Welshons
Row 2 Allen Wagner, Kyanne (McCarley) Danowsky, Kristen (Fawcett) King, Melba (Smith) Olson, Lynn Schultz, Brita (Swenson) Meyer, Brad Meyer, Martha Peterson, Mary (Brady) Calistro, Kevin Hoff Jon Dupler Blattert, Jim Swan
Row 3 Deb Loupee, Mark Homer, Kristine (Pelz) Ellson, Ann (Kelso) Culver, Lisa Ladd, Peter Crump, Susan (Stephan) Holloway, Nancy (Sassaman) Lott, Teri (Hough) Engle, Kathy Schlung, Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Tracey Stoll, Chuck Dorr
Row 4 Carla (Vondra) Anderson (talking to Sue Larson in row 5), Len Griffen, Joel Lowman, John Hanson, Vickie Sims Tabbot, Linda Deppe, Susan Chantland, Dave Morgan, Judy (Brink) Brown, Tom Richert
Row 5 (back row): Susan (Larson) Allen, Candy (Anderson) Matheson, Gregor Dougal, John Pantenburg, Gary Bornmueller, Randy Parish, Kirk Farrar, Jack Petersen
Photo using Ed Hendrickson Jr Minolta DiMage 7 camera. Ed gives permission to use this photo for AHS non-profit purposes.
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John Pantenburg in back row 5 from right.
John Pantenburg b. October 12, 1955 - d. August 3, 2015
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Jon (Dupler) Blattert in 2nd row, 2nd on from right side.
Jon (Dupler) Blattert b. Sep 29, 1955 - d. March 28, 2013
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Kirk Lewis Farrar Obituary
Kirk Farrar Obituary
February 8, 1956 - November 15, 2019
Kirk Lewis Farrar age, 63 of Ames, Iowa died on November 15, 2019 at the Israel Family Hospice House. A gathering of friends and family will be 10:30 a.m. to Noon Friday, November 22 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames; with the burial immediately following at Ames Municipal Cemetery Ames, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Farrar.
Kirk was born on February 8, 1956 in Lincoln, NE to Ralph and Mary Jo (Dunbar) Farrar. He graduated from Ames High School (1974) and the University of Iowa in Communications. Kirk was always a salesman working in several different fields from office supplies to cars and finally to food service. He loved his family, eating, and his pets with his whole heart. He charmed many a person with his smile, laugh, and easy manner. All the while, combatting Parkinson's, a chronic disease that ravaged his body for the last 26 years of his life.
Kirk is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Farrar, brothers, Kelley (Kim) Farrar, Kris (Jennifer) Farrar, nephews Sean (Sarah) Farrar and Nate Farrar. He was also adored by his great nieces and nephews, Marvin, Hunter, Aaliyah, Bozena, EmmaLee and Micah.
His celebration of life will be a Munchie-walkabout for friends, family, and assorted people that were charmed by his smile and honored his fight for life.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a monetary donation for funeral services.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Front row seated on floor l to r: Carol Carmean Houge, Dwayne Knott, Linda Taylor LoRange, Bruce Hamilton, Pam Woolsey McKenna
2nd row seated on chairs l to r: Jim Tuttle, Jim Ingvoldstad, Cynthia Nordhagen Johnson, Paul Keigley, Sherry Sargent, Barb Blagen Ermler, Martha Thompson Grant, Mary Montgomery, Martha Grabau Nelson, June Frederick Ost,
Back row standing l to r: Tom Landsberg, Jim Linder, Diane Childs Larson, Bill Saul, Elizabeth Bacon Strain, Jim Elliott, Mary Boehnke Giese, Kent Hildreth, Lee Sargent, Carol Sorenson Plumb, Judy Larsen Hanson, Margaret Shepherd, John Burns, Barb Rosebrook Murphy, Patty Jo Weiner Diefenbach, Connie Bailey Wight, Mike Bellinger, Mike Smith, Sharon Sorenson Jones, Gary Erskin, Jean Davidson Brayton, Bill Soults, Jane McCullough Larson, Mike Wilson (behind Jane), Saren Brown Johnston, Lois Fields Voth, Mary Wheelock, Linda Bergland Busker, Ann Barrow Bullard, Jackie Hills Mason, Marc Woods, Gary Hall, Don Armstrong, Terry Larson VanHoweling, Bill Nordskog, Don VanHoweling.
Not pictured but attended: Rose Baldus Kelso, Dave Kelso, Mike Green, Mary Ann Cerwick Dotson, Bob Dotson, and Jim McClugage
The 55th reunion was held at the Radisson Hotel, 2609 University Blvd, Ames, Iowa.
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The Ames High School Class of 1956 reunion was held September 18-20, 2016.
This group class photo was taken at the Monday Sep 19, 2016 evening event, not everyone who attended the reunion was at the dinner and therefore not everyone who attended was in this photo.
front row: Mary Chase Geiger, Maryn Searls Rogge, Marie Daniels Fellows, Ann Fox Stensland, Jean Talcott Boomershine, Judy Broadwell Kochel, Gordon Hertz and Don Ostermann
second row: Loren Larson; Larry Spear, Bev Ellingson Canon, Leon Wardle, Zoya Sobelov Walker, Ken Marks, Ann Gulden Harbin, Marlys Johnson Seibert
third row: Paul McClennan, Bob Michaud, Jerry Soesbe, Max Stover, John Talbert, Gretchen Wilhelm, Kent Woodworth, Dean Houck
fourth row: Jim Balloun, Jim Carr, Leland Perry, Jim Gammell, Steve Walsh, Carl Schach, Don Geioger, Don Mathre, Lee Hanson, George Nielsen, Jim Lester, Dave Hensing, Gary Bailey
Sunday Sep 18 was a picnic at Moore Memorial Park; Monday Sep 19 was a brunch at Scheman in the morning and a dinner/banquet in the evening at Gateway. Tuesday morning Sep 20 there was a nice gathering at Ada Hayden Park before everyone headed home. A great time. We had a total of 44 from the class attending one or more events..
Thank you, Marlys (Johnson) Seibert AHS class of 1956
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Central Junior High School Ames, Iowa.
The good 'ol days
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Scan from 1969 Echo Yearbook
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HR 115 Mrs. Buhr
Back row: (left to right) Mrs. Buhr, Reed Martin, Sue Bliss, Vickie Sims, Dexter MacBride, Jeff Shearer, Beth Agard, Ed Hendrickson
Third Row: Sara Doak, Jenny Weiss, Loise Lyman, Karen Hagerty, Tim Moody, Suann Canute, Juanita Peters.
Second Row: Brian Perry, Mike Crowe, Doug Gard, Dale Kever, Gary Albertson, Paul Burgan, Jim Bell, Tracey Stoll.
Front row: Lavonne Munson, Nancy Sassaman, Gail Weigel, Paul Stone, Dennis Dubberke, Bob Welshons
Central Junior High 7th grade HR 115
taken approximately October 1968
Ames, Iowa
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Twenty-two AHS 1974 classmates (15 pictured here) joined other AHS alumni on Feb 13, 2016 for a temperature controlled Iowa State Cyclones "indoor tailgater mini class reunion."
All 1974 alumni unless noted. Front Row: Bruce Gartin, Denise (Wirth) Kepley, Ann (Kelso) Culver, William C "Bill" Ripp (Honarary AHS alumnus), Susan Chantland, Kate (Carter) Frederick 1973 AHS
Row 2: Tanya (Bogie) Pietron, Kim (Johnson) Marples, Tracey Stoll, Betty (Thompson) Grinde, Craig Stephenson 1972 AHS, Jack Petersen Row 3: Sarvinder (Bal) Naberhaus 1979 AHS
Row 3: Kirk Farrar, Kevin McRoberts, Linda Welch, Ed Hendrickson Jr., Andy Abrahamsen, Catherine (Grant) Malliet, Brian Stoll 1980
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The AHS class of 1949 had their 60th class reunion on September 22, 23, & 24, 2009 at the Holiday Inn, 2609 University Blvd, Ames, Iowa
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FRONT ROW: Jackie Schulz Francis, Marilyn Bowers Larson, Mary Ann King Dale, Virginia Cunningham Gordon, Bev Warren Butler, Jan Marvin
SECOND ROW: Harriet Hawk Ringgenberg, Dale Bappe, Ray Runkel, Colleen Daulton Killiam, Phyllis Sprague Lance, Jack Adams THIRD ROW: Wayne Brown, Ron Campbell, Dick Ullestad, Dick Taylor, Bob Allbert, Les Holland, Fred Martin, Bill LaGrange
Ames High School 1949 60th reunion September 2009
The AHS Class of 1949 met at the Holiday Inn Sept. 22 & 23, 2009 with a morning brunch at Inis Grove Park in Ames, Iowa
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1st Grade Meeker Elementary School, Ames, IA December 1962
Front row L to R: ?, David Abraham, ?, Ken Anderson, Mark Stone
2nd row ?, Debbie Seliger left after 2nd grade, Tracey Stoll, Len McGilliard, Mike Gardner, Debbie Gustofsen
3rd row Sandy Skrie, Mark Lagomarcino, Susan Chantland, Matt Koupal, Nadya Fouad, Karen Burkhart, ?, Teri (Hough) Engle
4th row ?, ?, Roger Dolling, Candy (Anderson) Matheson, Rusty Young, Ann (Self) Peterson, Jeff Brown, Jim Moorhead. 1st grade teacher Mrs. Ritchie
Most of the above people graduated Ames High School Class of 1974
December 1962
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ANN MARIE (SELF) PETERSON Obituary
Ann Self Obituary
Ann Peterson Obituary
October 24, 1956 - November 9, 2004
STORY CITY
published on November 11, 2004
"It's not the length of time but the depth of life." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ann Marie Peterson passed away peacefully in her sleep at Israel Hospice House of Ames on November 9, 2004. Ann showed great strength of character as she bravely fought her brief battle with cancer. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday, November 12 at St. Petri Lutheran Church, 804 Grand Avenue in Story City.
Ann was born October 24, 1956 in Madison, WI to Dr. H.L. and Martha Self. She graduated from Ames High School in 1974 and attended Iowa State University. Ann and Greg Peterson were married on September 24, 1982 and together, they had two children, Megan (19) and Cole (10). She was employed at Mary Greely Medical Rehab and Wellness in Story City.
Ann's family was her greatest joy. She and Greg were their children's biggest fans at their sporting events; together, they encouraged their children's participation and success in all their endeavors. Ann found happiness in making her home beautiful and a comfortable place for her family and friends. She enjoyed golfing with her husband, reading and watching Oprah. She especially loved red roses, burning scented candles, her husband's cooking and anything chocolate. Ann held a special place in her heart for her kitties (except Missy). She will forever be a member in good standing of the FTA Group. Ann was funny, bossy and she knew-and said-what she wanted. For these reasons and more, we love her.
Ann is survived and lovingly remembered by countless friends and family including her husband, Greg; her two children, Megan and Cole; her mother, Martha Self of Ames; a sister, Linda (Jerry) Lindell of Arlington, TX; two nieces, Michelle (Randy) Thomas and Stacy (Daniel) Jones; a brother, Mike (Barb) Self of Martinsville, VI; and four nephews, Steven and John Self and Travis and Jared Parker. She is also survived by Greg's family, Ken and Joann Peterson and Steve, Mary, Sayer, Sam and Spencer Peterson, all of Story City; and Jeff, Jackie, Barrett, and Cameron Peterson, all of Bondurant.
Ann was preceded in death by her father, Dr. H.L. Self of Hico, TX, and a sister, Debra Parker.
Memorials may be sent to Bliss Cancer Center or the Israel Hospice House.
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Len McGilliard was a good athlete and died so so young. We still think about you and miss you have a century later.
Published in the Ames Tribune Feb 23, 1976 credit to the Ames Library archives and Ames Tribune.
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Len McGilliard Obituary
Len Greyson McGilliard Obituary
March 23, 1956 - February 20, 1976
Memorial services for Len G. McGilliard
Memorial services will be held for Len Grayson McGilliard 19 of 103 Hunziker Circle Tuesday at 7 PM from the Northminster Presbyterian Church, the Rev Warren Framh will officiate.
Mr. McGilliard died Friday, February 20, 1976 at University Hospital in Iowa City of leukemia. His wishes were to donate his body to medical research.
He was born March 23, 1956 in Lansing Michigan. He came to Ames in 1957 with his family. Mr. McGilliard attended Ames schools graduating from Ames high school in 1974. He attended Iowa State University and was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity.
Mr. McGilliard is survived by his parents. Mr. and Mrs. A Dare McGilliar 103 Hunziker Circle, a brother Lance, a sister Lourann and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Mason of Ponca City Oklahoma and Mrs. P C McGilliard of Stillwater Oklahoma.
He was preceded in death by an infant brother.
A Memorial fund has been established. Gifts may be left at the home or at the First National Bank.
Steven’s memorial chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Kenneth Duane Anderson Obituary
Ken Anderson Obituary
Kenny Anderson
Kenneth Duane Anderson
January 17, 1956 - January 10, 2015
Kenneth Duane Anderson, age 58, of Ames died January 10, 2015 at Mary Greeley Medical Center. A gathering of friends and family will be from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way in Ames. A celebration of life funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 15, 2014 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care. Burial will take place at Rose Hill Cemetery following a luncheon at the American Legion.
Kenneth was born January 17, 1956 in Ames, Iowa to Donald and Janice (Cowan) Anderson. Kenneth graduated Ames High in 1974 and then went onto the University of Iowa and Iowa State University where he studied accounting. He organized Restrict Us Not (RUN); a handicapped student organization at the University of Iowa. He worked as an account specialist at Iowa State University for 14 years, retiring in 2002. After retiring, he started his own financial consulting business called Capital Advisors. Kenneth was a member of the Rotary Club and the American Radio Relay League.
Kenneth is survived by his parents, Donald and Janice, a sister, Carol (Bill) Soy, a nephew, Tyler Anderson, and his faithful companion, Roxi. He is also survived by cousins, aunts, uncles, and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his brother Daniel Anderson in 2002.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family to be used at their discretion.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
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Ames High School Class of 1950 60-year class reunion
60th AHS reunion summary from Bob Buck AHS 1950 Alum
The Ames High School Class of 1950 met for their 60 year reunion May 17, 18, and 19, 2010. An open house was held at the home of Bob & Anne Buck from 2-9 PM, with a picnic supper served at 6 (and VEISHIA cherry pies for a surprise dessert.) A bus tour of the city, with lunch at Hickory Park, started the second day, and a hospitality room at Gateway Hotel was open 1:30 to 4:30. A class photograph preceded the dinner, which was followed by a great presentation by the Ames Historical Society. A breakfast buffet at the hotel served as our farewell gathering the next morning. Forty-six classmates and twenty-three spouses attended.
Front row Dorothy (Parsons) Schory, Lucy (Erickson) Hoffman, Norma (Roelofsen) Bappe, Tom Earl, Darlene (Roberson) Arnold, Joanne (Mikkelsen) McBane, Winifred (Stein) Johnson, John Midgorden.
Second row Mary (Rierson) Amick, Alan Abbott, Alice (Irvine) Webber, Dave Bappe, O’Dale Brue, Jo Ann (Hoffman) DeVolder, Pat (Morrissey) Kvidera, Elaine (Griffith) Arney, Avonell (Zenor) Simpson, Jane (Allen) McCoy, Arthur Schanche
Third row Bob Taylor, Liz (Martin) Watson, Bev (Ott) Guyan, Margaret (Getz) Vance, Mary (Hayenga) Olson, Gary Carr, Dewey Fitch, Normand Edwards. ..Fourth row: Bill Lee, Ken Rowe, Don Platt, Dick Schory, Jack Hutchison, Jim Champlin, Anne (Knuths) Buck, Norton Mezvinsky...Fifth row: Reiny Friedrich, Charles Arnold, John Brayton, Dean Obrecht, Don Kjerland, George Robinson, Bob Buck, Bob Griffin
Not in photo Larry Bork, Stan Myers, Alice (Kirwin) Woody
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1989 Ames High School 25th reunion group photo Saturday evening, July 12, 2014 Ames Iowa. More info about the 1989 25-year AHS reunion click here. Join in the fun, the AHS 1989 Facebook group is here www.facebook.com/groups/ameshigh89/
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"At this stage in life, it’s fascinating to reconnect with each and every individual, learning what they have chosen to do with their life, revisiting with them the ups and downs we all face, learning from their experiences in ways never imagined. That we all share a common experience having gone to school in Ames gives us each a connection into a relaxed conversation without pretense, letting us focus less on the past and more on what are our own life experiences. Yes there is nostalgia in any gathering like this, but in contrast to prior reunions, I felt that coming together this summer after 20 years was really about us as adults, not who we were as teenagers." - Rodney Harl 1989 Ames High School Alum.
"There is truly something special about the relationships that are developed during our high school years. The way that we can come together, often after many years have passed, and reconnect completely in only a moment ...Of course I believe the AHS Class of '89 may be unique in how close we became ... or maybe it is unique to all of AHS. Either way it is pretty special and I wouldn't miss the opportunity to get back together for the world!" - Tyler Farner 1989 AHS Alum
Above class photo by Mandy Stenberg
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Ames High School Class of 1964 40-year reunion held June 2004
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First Row: Cindy (Craig) Cox, June (Frederick) Ost, Kathy (Spear) Little, Ann (Burrow) Bullock, Peggy (Messick), Martha (Thompson) Grant, Jean (Willenburg) Carr, Mary (Giese) Boehnke, Cathy (Legvold) Talcott, Sherry (Taylor) Sargent, Rose (Baldus) Kelso.
Second Row: Pam (Woolsey) McKenna, Jan Painter, Mary Montgomery, Glenda (Myers) Rudolph, Dave Schwarm, Diane (Childs) Larson, Martha (Grabau) Nelson, Holly (McCoy) Larson, Cynthia (Nordhagen) Johnson, Joann (Radamaker) Sellers, Jane (McCollough) Larson, Bill Saul, Paul Keigley, Ken Talcott, Judy (Larsen) Hansen.
Third Row: Dave Kelso, Kent Hildreth, Marc Woods, Gary Erskine, Dave Schwarm, Jim McCluggage, Larry McCoy, John Burns, Dennis Dalton, Jim Elliott, Lee Sargent, Gary Hall, Gary Bath, Phil Carr, Ed Conley, Tom Kee
Fourth Row: John Timmons, Don Armstrong, Don McMillen, Jeff Cox, Tom Rice, Mike Green, Colin Halterman, Gary Clouser, Mike Smith, Saren (Brown) Johnston
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Meeker School AM Kindergarten - Mrs. Brown 1961-1962 Front row: Doug Ries , Mikey Rolling , Eddie Hendrickson , Allen Wagner , Glenn Norton 2nd row: Carol Gee , Jennifer Townsend , Julie Landon , Kim Carr , Susan Trcka , Sue Beth McClugage 3rd row: Shellie Dague , Paul Sondrol , John Cysewski , Alvin MacBride, Davy Maxon , Kieth Hapes , Mrs. Brown 4th row: Mark Lagomarcino, Farrell Silverthorn , Chuck Judy , Matt Koupal , Lane Baldwin , Mark Stone absent: Vonnie Smith , Craig Olsen , Mark Green , Kenny Duesenberg
This list of Meeker Kindergarten names goes with this photo: www.flickr.com/photos/ahs/13875386593/
12 years later, most of these Kindergarten classmates went on to become future 1974 Ames High School Alumni and graduates. More info about the 1974 AHS 40th reunion can be found here.
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Seventh Grade Central Junior High 1969 Echo Ames Iowa. Homeroom 316 1968 - 1969 page 31. Probably taken Fall 1968
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BACK ROW: (Left to Right) Mrs. Davis, Debbie Temple (correct spelling Debi Tempel Meissner ), Tanya Bogie, Kathy Peters, Linda Welch, Eric Bogenrief, Dan Varga, Kai Martin (correct spelling Kai Marten )
THIRD ROW: Doug Hills, Ronnie Peterson, Ben Svec, Mike Moore, Mark Shockley, Mark Allen, Jo Ellen Fullerton
SECOND ROW: Kathy Schlunz, Mike Gardner, Susan Chantland, Carol Arnold, Rex Wiant, Anne Edwards, Jan Dupler (correct spelling Jon Dupler ) .
FRONT ROW: Jeff Knutsen, Peter Crump, Cheryl Nath, Paula Allison, Barbara Mahlstede, Robin Haugland, Angela Timmerman .
page 31 Central Junior High School Echo Yearbook
Future Ames High School 1974 Graduates were in 7th grade at Central Junior High from Fall of 1968 to Spring of 1969
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Saturday June 21, 2008 Ames High School AHS class of 1958 50-year reunion Saturday evening banquet at the Memorial Union, Ames, Iowa.
AHS 1958 50 year reunion was held June 20 to June 22 2008 in Ames, Iowa
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4th Grade Meeker School Mar 1966. Caption: during recess part of my class stayed in to pose. Eddie Hendrickson went out to pose thru the window. photo by Tracey Stoll, using her new camera she got for Christmas 1965.
front row: Brian Vetter, Cheryl Bush, Debbie Gustofson, Kristine Pelz, Julie Landon. 2nd row: Barbara Markley , Sheryl Davis, Pam Fowles , Debra Shadle Third row: Kenny Anderson, Mark Lagomarcino, Marty Bauer, Jim Moorhead, Paul Stone, Brian Perry 4th row: Greg Matters, Rusty Young, Greg Dougal, Ann Self, Dexter MacBride, Pat Coyle.
1966 Meeker Elementary School
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Mrs. Struble teacher
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Tracey received a new camera for Christmas 1965 and this is a photo she took at Meeker School in 1966.
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Same 4th grade classroom 49 years later in Feb 2015. The desks and chairs are the same, as well as the clock and wood frame around the white board.
Rusty Young (back row) graduated from AHS in 1975. Here is Rusty's 9th grade class portrait from the yearbook.
Rusty Young 1st grade class photo Rusty Young, back row, 5th from the left.
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Ames High School Class of 1976 40-Year Reunion was held Friday and Saturday July 15-16, 2016 in Ames Iowa
Welcome back Class of 1976 Ames Senior High School. Saturday evening dinner event July 16, 2016 at the Memorial Union Iowa State University campus Ames, Iowa.
Ames High School class of 1976 40-year post reunion summary
The 40th reunion was amazing!! Almost 100 of our classmates met on Friday July 15 at Elks Lodge downtown Ames Iowa, which was a nice venue, it provided lots of room and great backgrounds for photos and lots and lots of re-connecting and conversation with friends and classmates. The Friday evening reunion photos are here: Fri eve
Saturday, July 16 we all toured the High School then met again at the Memorial Union for group photos out on the steps and more photos and dinner in the Sun Room and another wonderfully enchanted evening of re-connecting with old friends. It was so much fun to see classmates we had not seen for so long, in some cases not since AHS days 40 years ago. We all have journeyed 40 years to get to this spot in time. It is something ever so special to have friends that span most, if not all of your life, especially after 40 plus years. Saturday evening 40th reunion photos are here: Sat eve
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Ames High School Class of 1974 Tailgate
Saturday September 24, 2016
ISU football game tailgate
Vet Med parking lot
82 degrees, sunny and gorgeous day.
Twenty+ 1974 AHS Classmates and friends attended
Bonus: ISU vs San Jose State and ISU won by a lot.
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Meeker Elementary School Afternoon Kindergarten - Mrs. Krekow - 1961 - 1962
Back row — Steven Buck, Freddie Baker, Paula Sorenson, Candy Anderson, David Pohm, Michael Vuper, Denny Elliot
Third row — Gregory Wierson, Bobby Markley, Christine Palmer, Cheryl Breslin, Nadya Fouad, Steve Modtland, Michael Gardner
Second row — Robin Solon, Stevie Haefling, Susan Johnson, Debbie Shadle, Paula Phillips, Debra Mills, Janet Montrose
First row — Ricky Moeller, Dick Bailey, David Paschall, Mike Crowe, John Healey
Absent: Nancy Caffrey, Kim Cockrum, Jeff Haeberlen
Photographed and contributed courtesy of Steve Buck, Ames High Class of 1974
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Christine Palmer Obituary
JANUARY 20, 1956 – OCTOBER 16, 2021
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Christine PALMER, age 65, of Memphis, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021. Christine was born January 20, 1956.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemphisFuneralPoplar.com for the PALMER family.
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Christine Palmers brother Bill Palmer AHS 1969 wrote this bio about Christine on 1/22/2024 for the AHS 1974 50 year reunion book. Thank you Bill.
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Christine Palmer (1956-2021) Bio
After graduating from Ames High School in 1974, Christine received a scholarship to attend Boston University, where she studied violin with Roman Totenburg. After graduation, she lived for several years in New York City, where she continued her musical studies. In the early eighties, she earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in music from the Cleveland Conservatory in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1986 she joined the Memphis Symphony Orchestra in Memphis, Tennessee, where she was the first chair of the second violins. She played with the symphony until her retirement in 2009. She was a kind and gentle soul, who, in addition to music, loved animals of any kind, especially cats. Unfortunately, after her retirement, her health declined steadily, and she died in Memphis in 2021.
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Class group photo taken August 7 2015 2015-08-07
1960 AHS 55th class reunion group photo from Dallas Rust IMG_0195
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AHS Class of 1960 55-Year Reunion was held August 6-8, 2015
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Congratulations to the class of 1960 !! From $0 to $10,000+ in 45 Days by Dallas (Wall) Rust, Class of 1960
It started with a conversation a few days before our 55th Ames High Class of 1960 Reunion. Meeting places had been reserved, hotel rooms booked, food ordered, invitations sent, reservations and money collected. It was time to sit back and relax until the Reunion and then … The words uttered were, “Hey, Dallas, has our class ever given back to the school as a class?” I responded with my own question, “You mean as in money?” And so it began... No, the Class of 1960 had never donated any money other than giving the Alumni Association a smattering of left-over money from past reunions. Our class was always delighted if/when we found that we might have enough money left over after a reunion to apply toward stamps for the next reunion. We have had a reunion every 5 years since we graduated. Our goal (other than to have a fantastic time reminiscing and re-connecting with classmates) was to keep expenses down and not charge anything more than absolutely necessary. Therefore, there never was any extra We started talking about the fact that Ames High shaped so many of our lives and provided us with an invaluable education. It seemed strange that we hadn’t thought of giving as a class before. The classmate then stunned me by saying, “I’d be willing to match up to $5,000 donated to the Ames Education Foundation.
WOW!! This was an opportunity that couldn’t be wasted. I quickly met with Annie Arbuckle of the Ames Education Foundation to find out how we could orchestrate this since there were just 3 days left before the Reunion. She made it very easy.
After announcing the challenge at the Reunion and sending emails to our class email list, the money started arriving. Some classmates gave $20, some $25, some $30, some $40, some $50, some $100, some $250, some $300, and some $500. Slowly it started adding up. Each week I sent an update to the class on how much money we had received and coupled it with the donated amount. When we got to the $6,000 mark I was very proud; at $7,000 I was very happy; at $8,000 I was giddy; at $9,000 I was amazed. Then when we were close to the $10,000 challenge, I started getting worried. Could we really get to $10,000? I had already received the $5,000 check from our classmate. Could we really match his $5,000?? In the mail the “final day of giving”, there were checks enough to put us over our challenge. I was ecstatic! We raised a total $10,560.
Reunions are a time to reflect on occurances and people that were important to us at a time in our lives when we are growing, maturing, and learning life lessons. Ames High School had a huge influence on the people in my class. The physical building, the teachers, the classmates, the curriculum—all meshed together into an exciting experience that provided us with the background to be whatever it was we were to become. What better way to give back to that institution which did so much to shape our lives than to contribute to the Ames Education Yes, $0 to $10,000+ seems extraordinary, but it was easy because Ames Hi Aims High!
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Letter to the 1960 AHS Class about and before the 55th Class Reunion
Hello AHS Class of 1960
Time for celebration! We have actually achieved getting to the amazing benchmark of our 55th Ames High School Reunion. Where have all the years gone? Come, mix, mingle, talk, and find out what has happened in people's lives. It's pretty darn interesting!!! And on top of it all, enjoy the drinks, food, and ambiance of the delightful Gateway Hotel and Conference Center. (Reservations: 1-800-FOR-AMES)
On Thursday evening, August 6th, classmates will gather at the Olde Main Brewing Company on Main Street for sandwiches and drinks and talk, talk, talk.
On Friday evening August 7th, the first "planned" event will start at 5:00 PM at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center. There will be appetizers available to fill your tummy while you get what you want from the cash bar. If you want to hang out in the meeting room all evening, that’s fine. If you’re still hungry after appetizers, you can get with fellow classmates and have dinner at one of Ames’s many fine restaurants. We are trying to plan a Saturday morning meeting at the Ames Historical Society and a tour of the "history" floor of the Octagon, both in downtown Ames. The newly renovated library is in the same area and is a must- see! Remember the Story Time Theater? It's still there!
The banquet will be Saturday August 8, 2015 in the evening at the Gateway, again. Cash bar will open at 5:00 PM, dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. Rather than a formal program, many classmates wanted a chance to share stories, ask each other questions, and play the "remember when" game.
Sunday August 9, 2015 in the morning will be informal breakfasts at different places in Ames, since most motel/hotels in Ames have free breakfasts with rooms.
Thursday evening at Olde Main Brewery ________yes _______no -- no charge
Friday evening at Gateway Hotel _________yes _______no -- $20 per person
Saturday evening at Gateway Hotel ________yes ________no -- $45 per person
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6th Grade class photo Central Junior High East Wing
I think this was taken in the basement of the East Wing which was the Gymnasium and also the cafeteria
Future Ames High School 1974 AHS Alumni and gradutes
History of Central Jr High: This was the last 6th grade class to ever attend Central. There were 4 6th grade classes total that year and they were all on the 2nd floor of the old original East Central building. East Central Building was originally built to house Ames High School until they built the West Central building and the high school moved across the street, then eventually another new AHS was built which is on Ames High Drive. The East building was torn down decades ago.
Front row ? ? Brian Barnhart, Mark Allen, Mike Crowe, ?
Second row ? Greg (Goga) Bal, ?, Greg Matters, Kevin Ferguson, Jim Moorhead, John Cysewski
Back row Lori Link, ?, Sara Doak, Cheryl McFarlane, Elaine (Homer) Whiteford, Susan Chantland, Vicki (Vanderbur) Gallagher
6th grade teacher Mrs. Connors
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Ames High School Class of 1966 45th reunion class photo. September 16-18, 2011. Click above photo to zoom.
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AHS Class of 1970 51st High School class reunion held Oct 8-10 2021
The Ames High School Class of 1970 celebrated our reunion with an informal get together at Sweet Caroline’s, a tour of Ames High School and a dinner at Jethro’s BBQ. We had 70 AHS graduates attending our events
AHS 1970 Class Photo from 51st reunion. The 50th reunion was rescheduled from 2020 to 2021 due to Covid-19 pandemic.
Dates Friday, Oct 8, 2021 to Sunday, Oct 10, 2021
Who: All members of the AHS class of 1970 were invited
Where: Ames, Iowa
Jeanie Byriel Lee 2nd row 10th from the left
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DECA WINNERS — Ten Ames High school students won first place awards at the recent (1974) Iowa State leadership conference of the Distributive Education Club of America (DECA), including the winning of the DE Student of the Year award by Toby Miller (center foreground). Other winners were (kneeling behind Miller, from left) holly This, Robin Warren, Sue Chantland, Christi Sand (standing from left) Mark Samuelson, Kevin Allen, Anne Burkholder, Shera Shirley and mark Allen. The 10 Ames students will now represent Ames in the national CECA convention to Chicago April 28-May 2 1974. A total of 61 Ames students attended the Iowa conference, with 30 winning awards. (Tribune photo by Jerry Dickinson)
Credits to Ames Tribune newspaper 1974
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Obituary
Shera Shirley
1956 - 2011
SHERA SHIRLEY OBITUARY
February 28, 1956 - July 15, 2011 ENID A celebration of life service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011 in the Central Christian Church. Visitation with the family will be Friday evening July 22, 2011 from 5:30 till 7:00 p.m. at Anderson-Burris Funeral Home. Shera, age 55, and a prominent Enid attorney, died July 15, 2011. She is survived by her longtime companion, Tim Walsh; sisters, Kendra (Larry) Van Liew, Debra (Del) Meade, Pat (Craig) Wiseman, Pam (David) Greenwall, Barbara (Ron) Clemens. Memorials may be made to YWCA-Women's Crisis Center or Youth and Family Services.
Complete obituary is at www.andersonburris.com
Published by Oklahoman on Jul. 20, 2011
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Ames High School class of 1982 30-year reunion
held Friday August 3 and Saturday August 4, 2012
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1957 Class Photo from 60th reunion taken Sep 16 2017
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Panoramic view of the 1974 AHS Saturday banquet. Stitched together 10 photos to create this panorama. More than one forth of the 1974 Ames High School classmates attended this seriously entertaining 1974 Ames High School 40th class reunion event.
To see everyone's faces (even all the way in the back of the room) view the 13MB large size of this panoramic by clicking here: www.flickr.com/photos/ahs/15358021099/sizes/o/
Some 1974 classmates in this photo:
Roger Dolling, Dave Morgan, Sara Morgan (Dave's spouse), Kim Johnson Marples, Tanya Bogie Petron, Paula Allison Edwards
Dexter MacBride, Dave Frederick
Location: Scheman Building, ISU Center, Ames Iowa
Date: Saturday July 26, 2014 7:16 PM
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1971 Class Photo from 40th reunion taken July 23 2011
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Ames High School class of 1974 tailgate in lot G2 at Iowa State University Football game. Was a little bit cool 57 degrees no sun and a lot of wind, but what a fund gathering this was for our 1974 AHS class again.
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Ames High School class of 2007 10 year reunion held July 22, 2017 at ISU Alumni Center, Ames, Iowa. 40+ classmates attended. The AHS 2007 Social event of the year. It really was a ton of fun.
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Saturday evening July 22, 2017
ISU Alumni Center
Ames, Iowa
40+ attendance
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Mrs. Beth Struble Elder's 4th grade class, taken on a warm day outside of Meeker Elementary School, next to the Meeker Gym on the right, and the parking lot on the left, probably Fall 1965.
Original 4th grade class photo is here
4th Grade Meeker Class photo roster is here:
4th grade cropped enlarged photo is here
Mrs. Struble Fourth Grade teacher
photo taken Fall of 1965
North side of Meeker Elementary School between the building and the parking lot
Class photo names:
Third row = Mrs. Wright, Ann Self, Greg Dougal, Greg Matters, Rusty Young, Dexter MacBride, Pat Coyle, Ed Hendrickson Jr., Matt Koupal, Sheryl Davis, Mrs. Struble
Second row = Kenny Anderson, Vicki Vanderbur, Debbie Gustofson, Debra Shadle, Sherry Bush, Julie Landon, Pam Fowles, Barbara Markley, Tracey Stoll, Kris Pelz
First row = Marty Bauer, Todd Emery, Mark Lagomarcino, Tom Reid, Brian Vetter, Brian Perry, Jim Moorhead, Paul Stone
1965-1966 Meeker Elementary School 4th grade class photo
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1957 Class Photo from 60th reunion taken Sep 15 2017
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Group photo from Saturday night 1974 Ames High School 40th reunion in Ames, IA. photobyKelsey
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More than one forth of the 1974 Ames High School classmates attended the 1974 Ames High School 40th class reunion event.
Location: Scheman Building, ISU Center, Ames Iowa
Date: Saturday July 26, 2014 7:16 PM
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The Ames High School Class of 1977 40-Year Reunion was held Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 22 23 and 24th, 2017 in Ames Iowa, and it was FUN!!
ALL AHS class of 1977 photos. Click here
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Welcome back Class of 1977 Ames Senior High School !!
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The 40th reunion was amazing!! The class of 1977 always has one of the strongest most connected classes out of all the Alumni classes at AHS, and this was no exception as approximately 100 1977 classmates met and re-connected on Friday Sep 22 2017 at Buford's Restaurant in the Quality Inn.
Saturday, September 23 we all toured the High School then 110+ classmates met again later that day at the Quality Inn for a banquet, group photos, a short program and then another wonderfully enchanted evening of re-connecting with old friends. It was so much fun to see classmates we had not seen for so long, in some cases not since AHS days 40 years ago. We all have journeyed 40 years to get to this spot in time. It is something ever so special to have friends that span most, if not all of your life, especially after 40 plus years. Saturday evening 40th reunion photos are here: Sat eve Sunday was an awesome picnic at Brookside Park with another fun group photo, then we shed a tear and said our goodbyes and we hope to see you again soon.
1977 40th photo album
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photo taken 1965 probably 4th Grade
Future Ames High School Class of 1973 class photo Roosevelt Elementary School Ames, Iowa
Front row:
Mike Page , Sheila Glenn , Donna Gilchrist , Doug Bower , Frank Williams , Susan Cerwick , Scott Gillette , Paul Schattauer, Scott Nichols, Steve Schultz
Second row:
Mrs. Walker, David Fritz , Steve Hummel , Luann Moreland , Jill Baker , Janet Dowell , Mary Ellen Nichols , Beth Speer , Steve Schmalzried , Miss Kneeland
Third row:
John Munnell , Mary Constantine , Leslee McLean , Vicki VanVoorhis , Susan Peterson , Dick Iverson , David Hatch , Chris Gammack
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The Ames High School Class of 1977 40-Year Reunion was held Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 22 23 and 24th, 2017 in Ames Iowa, and it was FUN!!
ALL AHS class of 1977 photos. Click here
1977 AHS 40th reunion photos from Sep 2017 are here
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Welcome back Class of 1977 Ames Senior High School !!
Ames High School class of 1977 40-year post reunion summary
The 40th reunion was amazing!! The class of 1977 always has one of the strongest most connected classes out of all the Alumni classes at AHS, and this was no exception as approximately 100 1977 classmates met and re-connected on Friday Sep 22 2017 at Buford's Restaurant in the Quality Inn.
Saturday, September 23 we all toured the High School then 110+ classmates met again later that day at the Quality Inn for a banquet, group photos, a short program and then another wonderfully enchanted evening of re-connecting with old friends. It was so much fun to see classmates we had not seen for so long, in some cases not since AHS days 40 years ago. We all have journeyed 40 years to get to this spot in time. It is something ever so special to have friends that span most, if not all of your life, especially after 40 plus years. Saturday evening 40th reunion photos are here: Sat eve Sunday was an awesome picnic at Brookside Park with another fun group photo, then we shed a tear and said our goodbyes and we hope to see you again soon.
1977 40th photo album
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