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Sue Beth McClugage Stary Obituary
Sue Stary Obituary
July 18, 1956 - July 15, 2022
Goodbye Sue. We miss you. Sue Beth McCluggage-Stary passed away on 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 and then graduated in the AHS Ames High School Class of 1974.
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Sue Beth Stary
1956 - 2022
BORN 1956 - DIED 2022
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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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1957-2012 Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss during a visit to Ames Iowa, October 2010 to visit her big sister Carol. Fall was Lisa's favorite time of year. Lisa's Birth: Jun. 14, 1957 Columbus Ohio.
Death: Sep. 27, 2012 Austin Texas.
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss Obituary
1957 - 2012
Lisa Thurston Obituary
Lisa Hotchkiss Obituary
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
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AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss on her back patio in Austin TX taken May 2010. Birth: Jun. 14, 1957 Columbus Ohio,
Death: Sep. 27, 2012 Austin Texas, USA
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss Obituary
1957 - 2012
Lisa Thurston Obituary
Lisa Hotchkiss Obituary
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
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Susan Overturf Traynor
January 19, 1956 - June 10, 2024
Campbell, CA
Susan Overturf Obituary
Susan Traynor Obituary
On June 10, 2024, the world lost a bright and beautiful soul. Susan Lynn Overturf Traynor, 68, succumbed to a recent cancer diagnosis in a hospital near her home in Campbell, California.
Susan, also known as Susie and Sue at various times in her adventurous life, was born in Ames, Iowa on January 19, 1956. She spent her first two decades in her hometown, attending Ames public schools and Iowa State University. Strong, lifelong friendships were forged there, as a student, a Camp Fire Girl, and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Always up for new experiences, Susan headed to Vail and then San Francisco in her early 20s. She lived in an apartment in the shadow of Coit Tower with a friend from college. From there she moved to Manhattan, mastering the subway system and Central Park. Later she landed in Kansas City…and eventually ended up back in the Bay Area where she lived for the next 30 years. She worked for several companies as an Executive Administrator until her retirement. Wherever she went, Susan lit up the room, made friends easily--and kept them for life. She was a treasure, and the list of those who love her is long.
Our dear Susan is survived by her loving husband, Greg Traynor; two sisters, Nancy Joyce McDade (Dan) and Linda Miller (Marlyn); one brother-in-law, Gary Traynor; four nieces and nephews: Christine Miller Ommen (Mark), Andrew Miller (Laura), Megan Joyce (Jeremy Farlow), and Caitlin Joyce. She also leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, James (Jim) Overturf and Bonnie Overturf Thomas.
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Karin Bruin Obituary
March 19, 1956 - November 21, 2020
Goodbye Karin. We miss you.
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Obituary for Karin Lee Bruin
Karin Lee Bruin, passed away on November 21, 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 64.
Karin was born March 19, 1956, in Champaign, Illinois, to Jack and Doris Bruin. The Bruin family lived in Champaign and Batavia, Illinois, before moving to Ames, Iowa. Karin spent most of her childhood years in Ames, where she graduated from Ames High School in 1974. After high school Karin attended the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and then chose to move to Tulsa, Oklahoma. Oklahoma was the childhood home of Karin’s dad, Jack. She spent the rest of her independent adult life in Tulsa. Karin’s work life involved a career in customer service and retail. Her most loved hobbies included antique collecting, gardening, baking and sewing. She was a gifted quilter and her family is graced with many of her handmade quilts that are works of art.
Those left to cherish Karin’s memory are her mother, Doris Bruin of Tulsa, Oklahoma, her sister Marilyn of Sun Lakes, Arizona, and twin sister Diane Lang (Chris) of Des Moines, Iowa. Her nephews, Joel Biggs and Justin Biggs and her nieces, Lisa Ceballos (Juan) and Kathryn Lang (Greg Taylor) and Jaime Lang (Scott Flaegle). Also her great- nephews, Javier and Sidney Ceballos and great-nieces, Mabel and Greta Taylor.
Karin was preceded in death by her father, Jack Bruin.
Karin had a soft spot and gift of compassion for animals, welcoming many four footed friends into her home. She gave and received the love of many pets through the years, including “Boo” her cat, who was her constant and most current companion. Memorial contributions may be directed to Henryetta Animal Aid & Rescue Team, 822 W Main St, Henryetta, OK. 74437.
A private family celebration of Karin’s life will be held in the spring when it is safe to gather. Karin will be laid to rest at Floral Haven Cemetery in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Condolences may be expressed at www.floralhaven.com.
Her family misses her greatly and prays for her peaceful rest.
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AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA
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Paul Sondrol graduated from Ames High School class of 1974 in Ames, Iowa
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Paul Charles Sondrol Obituary
Paul Sondrol Obituary
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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Susan Overturf Traynor
January 19, 1956 - June 10, 2024
Campbell, CA
Susan Overturf Obituary
Susan Traynor Obituary
On June 10, 2024, the world lost a bright and beautiful soul. Susan Lynn Overturf Traynor, 68, succumbed to a recent cancer diagnosis in a hospital near her home in Campbell, California.
Susan, also known as Susie and Sue at various times in her adventurous life, was born in Ames, Iowa on January 19, 1956. She spent her first two decades in her hometown, attending Ames public schools and Iowa State University. Strong, lifelong friendships were forged there, as a student, a Camp Fire Girl, and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Always up for new experiences, Susan headed to Vail and then San Francisco in her early 20s. She lived in an apartment in the shadow of Coit Tower with a friend from college. From there she moved to Manhattan, mastering the subway system and Central Park. Later she landed in Kansas City…and eventually ended up back in the Bay Area where she lived for the next 30 years. She worked for several companies as an Executive Administrator until her retirement. Wherever she went, Susan lit up the room, made friends easily--and kept them for life. She was a treasure, and the list of those who love her is long.
Our dear Susan is survived by her loving husband, Greg Traynor; two sisters, Nancy Joyce McDade (Dan) and Linda Miller (Marlyn); one brother-in-law, Gary Traynor; four nieces and nephews: Christine Miller Ommen (Mark), Andrew Miller (Laura), Megan Joyce (Jeremy Farlow), and Caitlin Joyce. She also leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, James (Jim) Overturf and Bonnie Overturf Thomas.
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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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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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Susan Overturf Traynor
January 19, 1956 - June 10, 2024
Campbell, CA
Susan Overturf passed away on June 10 2024. I have known Susan since Kindergarten and probably before that even since we were both 4 years old. It has left a hole in my heart. We all miss you so much Susan. You were always so happy, kind and generous with your smiles.
Susan Overturf Obituary
Susan Traynor Obituary
On June 10, 2024, the world lost a bright and beautiful soul. Susan Lynn Overturf Traynor, 68, succumbed to a recent cancer diagnosis in a hospital near her home in Campbell, California.
Susan, also known as Susie and Sue at various times in her adventurous life, was born in Ames, Iowa on January 19, 1956. She spent her first two decades in her hometown, attending Ames public schools and Iowa State University. Strong, lifelong friendships were forged there, as a student, a Camp Fire Girl, and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Always up for new experiences, Susan headed to Vail and then San Francisco in her early 20s. She lived in an apartment in the shadow of Coit Tower with a friend from college. From there she moved to Manhattan, mastering the subway system and Central Park. Later she landed in Kansas City…and eventually ended up back in the Bay Area where she lived for the next 30 years. She worked for several companies as an Executive Administrator until her retirement. Wherever she went, Susan lit up the room, made friends easily--and kept them for life. She was a treasure, and the list of those who love her is long.
Our dear Susan is survived by her loving husband, Greg Traynor; two sisters, Nancy Joyce McDade (Dan) and Linda Miller (Marlyn); one brother-in-law, Gary Traynor; four nieces and nephews: Christine Miller Ommen (Mark), Andrew Miller (Laura), Megan Joyce (Jeremy Farlow), and Caitlin Joyce. She also leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, James (Jim) Overturf and Bonnie Overturf Thomas.
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Lisa Ann (Thurston) Hotchkiss in Chicago, September 7, 2011. Lisa and her big sister, Carol, made a trip to Chicago to visit Carol's daughter and then went to a Cubs game at Wrigley Field. The Cub's actually won, they beat Cincinnati 6-3 ! Lisa had a wonderful time. Photo courtesy of and by Carol (Lisa's big sis).
Birth: Jun. 14, 1957 Columbus Ohio,
Death: Sep. 27, 2012 Austin Texas, USA
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss Obituary
1957 - 2012
Lisa Thurston Obituary
Lisa Hotchkiss Obituary
Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
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Susan Overturf Traynor
January 19, 1956 - June 10, 2024
Campbell, CA
Susan Overturf Obituary
Susan Traynor Obituary
On June 10, 2024, the world lost a bright and beautiful soul. Susan Lynn Overturf Traynor, 68, succumbed to a recent cancer diagnosis in a hospital near her home in Campbell, California.
Susan, also known as Susie and Sue at various times in her adventurous life, was born in Ames, Iowa on January 19, 1956. She spent her first two decades in her hometown, attending Ames public schools and Iowa State University. Strong, lifelong friendships were forged there, as a student, a Camp Fire Girl, and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Always up for new experiences, Susan headed to Vail and then San Francisco in her early 20s. She lived in an apartment in the shadow of Coit Tower with a friend from college. From there she moved to Manhattan, mastering the subway system and Central Park. Later she landed in Kansas City…and eventually ended up back in the Bay Area where she lived for the next 30 years. She worked for several companies as an Executive Administrator until her retirement. Wherever she went, Susan lit up the room, made friends easily--and kept them for life. She was a treasure, and the list of those who love her is long.
Our dear Susan is survived by her loving husband, Greg Traynor; two sisters, Nancy Joyce McDade (Dan) and Linda Miller (Marlyn); one brother-in-law, Gary Traynor; four nieces and nephews: Christine Miller Ommen (Mark), Andrew Miller (Laura), Megan Joyce (Jeremy Farlow), and Caitlin Joyce. She also leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, James (Jim) Overturf and Bonnie Overturf Thomas.
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Paul Sondrol graduated from Ames High School class of 1974 in Ames, Iowa
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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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Steven Haas Obituary
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Steve Haas, beloved son of William and Julie Haas, unexpectedly passed away on May 30, 2023. He was born in Ames, Iowa on February 21, 1961.
Steve is survived by his daughter Kindra (Dave) Mahowald, his granddaughters Danielle, Abby, and Emma Mahowald, his parents Bill and Julie Haas, his brothers Mike (Rhonda Fitchett), John (Deana), Mark (Cindy), his sister Joan (Greg) Wilson, and his nephews Will (Amber) Haas, Nate Wilson, and August Haas, as well as his nieces Mary Haas (Kristof) Wuthrich and Lauren Wilson.
Family and friends are invited to gather and visit at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, located at 2900 Hoover Avenue, Ames, Iowa, beginning at 10 am on July 14, 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am, followed by a light lunch in the Church Social Hall where cherished memories will be shared. A brief inurnment ceremony will take place at 2 pm at Ames Municipal Cemetery, 310 E 9th Street.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve's memory may be sent to benefit the Annual Fund of the Shakopee Area Catholic School, located at: 2700 17th Avenue East, Shakopee, MN 55379. Internet address: www.sacsschools.org This is the school Steve's granddaughters attend.
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Rod Mather graduated from the AHS class of 1974. Rod was taken from the Earth way too soon at the age of 21. He was a talented athlete, was kind to all, and has been sorely missed for 46+ years.
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Rodney Allan Mather
Rod Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss during a visit to Ames Iowa, October 2010 to visit her big sister Carol. Fall was Lisa's favorite time of year.
Lisa's Birth: Jun. 14, 1957 Columbus Ohio.
Death: Sep. 27, 2012 Austin Texas.
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1957 - 2012
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
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Julie Ann (Cline) Dooley (59), of Ames, Iowa, passed away peacefully with family at her side on February 15, 2023. A public visitation will be held on March 4, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care (414 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010).
Julie was born on August 7, 1963, in Toledo, Ohio, to Edwin and Carolyn (Monto) Cline. She attended Ames High School and graduated with the class of 1981. Julie loved her family, and pictures of grand babies gave her much joy. Julie loved to make people laugh and had a big, generous loving heart. Julie was a thoughtful person who loved to give and make a difference for someone, especially making personal things for people she cared a lot about. Julie was a sensitive soul who would be deeply affected by the unjust suffering of others and would often lament about how she wished the world wasn't this way. Julie loved music, movies, decorating and crafting. Julie loved being creative and would sit for hours listening to her music and making crafts of all kinds. Julie loved music so much she spent great care and time amassing her 10k song music collection. Julie loved to read books and had a pretty good collection that she would read and reread. Julie loved her cats, Ava and Finn, which gave her great comfort and love. Julie loved her home and making it just so. Julie worked for many years as a kitchen manager at the Ames elementary schools, Roosevelt, Sawyer and Meeker. Julie loved her work at those schools. She loved the people and the kids and looked forward to seeing them each day.
Left to cherish Julie's memory is her husband of 29 years, Tom Dooley of Ames, IA. Her children, Stephen Miller of Ames, IA, Mandy Houghton (Alex) of Olathe, Kansas, Aaron Dooley (Christa) of Des Moines, IA, Jodi Dooley of Brookings, SD, Jennifer Dooley of Radcliffe, IA, and Allison Dooley of Cedar Rapids, IA. Her grandchildren, Reagen Miller, Jackson Miller, Roland Miller, Ephraim Houghton, Kaydan Dooley, and Chance Dooley. Her siblings, Susan Corbin (Randy) of Venice, FL, Denise Stevens of Maumee, OH, Barb Kowalski (Bob) of Toledo, OH, Brian Cline (Anne) of Monclova, OH, Edwin Cline of Holland, OH, Ben Brakey of CA, and many nieces and nephews.
Julie is preceded in death by her father Edwin Cline, her mother Carolyn Brakey, and her sister Christine Cline.
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Susan Overturf Traynor
January 19, 1956 - June 10, 2024
Campbell, CA
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On June 10, 2024, the world lost a bright and beautiful soul. Susan Lynn Overturf Traynor, 68, succumbed to a recent cancer diagnosis in a hospital near her home in Campbell, California.
Susan, also known as Susie and Sue at various times in her adventurous life, was born in Ames, Iowa on January 19, 1956. She spent her first two decades in her hometown, attending Ames public schools and Iowa State University. Strong, lifelong friendships were forged there, as a student, a Camp Fire Girl, and a member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.
Always up for new experiences, Susan headed to Vail and then San Francisco in her early 20s. She lived in an apartment in the shadow of Coit Tower with a friend from college. From there she moved to Manhattan, mastering the subway system and Central Park. Later she landed in Kansas City…and eventually ended up back in the Bay Area where she lived for the next 30 years. She worked for several companies as an Executive Administrator until her retirement. Wherever she went, Susan lit up the room, made friends easily--and kept them for life. She was a treasure, and the list of those who love her is long.
Our dear Susan is survived by her loving husband, Greg Traynor; two sisters, Nancy Joyce McDade (Dan) and Linda Miller (Marlyn); one brother-in-law, Gary Traynor; four nieces and nephews: Christine Miller Ommen (Mark), Andrew Miller (Laura), Megan Joyce (Jeremy Farlow), and Caitlin Joyce. She also leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, James (Jim) Overturf and Bonnie Overturf Thomas.
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Nichelle Aline Thompson (née Nims), 62, of Iowa City, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in her home early Sunday, March 19, 2023, following a long struggle with breast cancer. Nichelle is survived by her husband of 37 years, Bob Thompson, son Izaak, siblings Nyle (Pat) Nims, Nancy (Dean) Hagen, Norine (Jeff) Dawson, Normagene Wilson, and numerous nieces and nephews. Nichelle was preceded in death by her parents Daryl and Margaret Nims, and her sister Nadine Nims Billstein.
Nichelle was born in Ames, Iowa, October 12, 1960, to Daryl and Margaret (née Rasmussen) Nims, the youngest of six. Growing up, she worked in her father’s store, Nims Sportsman’s of Ames. During those years, she developed a keen interest in politics and a love of animals, owning several pets including a rabbit, a bird, and a horse named Clover. She graduated from Ames Senior High School in 1979, where she was involved in musical theater as well as various forms of dance. She moved to Iowa City to attend the University of Iowa, where she majored in Literature, Science, & the Arts. She met Bob Thompson through the Iowa City music scene, with whom she shared a mutual love of music and animals. The two moved into a home by the Iowa River, where they lived with their dog Daisy. They married at Izaak Walton League (their son's namesake) August 24, 1986, before buying and rehabbing a home in the Goosetown neighborhood of Iowa City in 1987, and bringing their son into the world in 1991. The family later moved into the house next door, where Nichelle lived the rest of her life.
Nichelle's love of music led her to sing in the choir at Parkview Church for several years. She made a career selling real estate before working as a clerk at UIHC, as well as a part time stint at Tuesday Morning. Nichelle loved gardening; she planted many flowers around both homes, which continue to bloom each year (and even lost her wedding band in the garden, finding it several years later). She was insatiably creative, a thirst she satisfied through countless avenues, including thrift shopping, dancing to classic rock and R'n'B, playing guitar and piano and singing, sewing projects, scrapbooking, jewelry making and collecting, finding clever ways to organize and decorate the home, and even hosting a neighborhood haunted house several years in a row.
Nichelle's effervescence, enthusiasm, generosity, and effortless knack for brightening everything around her made her a memorable presence to everyone she touched, leaving an impression on the world that won't soon be forgotten.
An informal memorial service is being planned for a future date, to be held at the Thompson household when her spring flowers will be in full bloom.
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss Obituary
1957 - 2012
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Lisa Ann Thurston Hotchkiss, age 55, surrounded by family members, gently flew away on September 27, 2012, in Austin, Texas.
Lisa was born to John and Phyllis Thurston on June 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. The family moved to Saranac Lake, New York and resided there until 1961. They then relocated to Ames, Iowa where she spent her childhood and teen years communing with nature, raising butterflies on her parents back porch and walking along the Skunk River valley with her dog Patches.
After graduating from Ames High School in 1975, she attended the University of Iowa completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology and did extended work to obtain certification as a medical technologist in 1979.
She moved to Austin, Texas and worked in medical labs until 1993 when she began graduate coursework in cell and molecular biology at the University of Texas. Through the years until 2000, she functioned as a research assistant, graduate student coordinator and assisted in teaching undergraduate classes which she found very rewarding.
Her scholastic honors included University of Texas College of Natural Sciences Special Fellowship, Sigma Xi National Honor Society, Marion Elizabeth Eason Biology Scholarship and Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society.
She also participated in a publication for the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Through this period, she gave birth to her son John and moved on to become the Central Lab Quality Assurance Specialist at PPD Development until 2008, writing and monitoring lab procedures and protocols.
She then devoted her time to raising her son through to his high school graduation. She was also active in community service, including environmental issues, speaking before the City Council on neighborhood integrity issues, and arranging meetings for area homeowners on road development, pond management and community garden information.
Surviving immediate family members are her husband Joel Hotchkiss, her son John Hotchkiss, both of Austin, Texas, her sister Carol Martin of Ames, Iowa, and her niece Jessica Martin of Chicago, Illinois.
The family wishes to express their extreme gratitude to the St. David’s North Austin Medical Center, intensive care nurses for their exceptional and loving care of our dear girl.
In lieu of flowers or donations, the family requests her memory would be best honored by going forth into the world and pursuing everyday initiatives that make it a better place to live.
REJOICE IN THE LITTLE THINGS!
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Rodney Allan Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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John and Katie Milleman were graduates of Ames High School, John in 1994 and Katie in 1998. John earned a bachelor's degree from Vanderbilt University in 1998 and graduated from University of Iowa Medical School in 2002. Katie earned a bachelor's degree from Miami Univeristy of Ohio in 2002 and graduated from University of Iowa Law School in 2005. They were married on September 3, 2005.
John and Katie Milleman were killed tragically in a car accident near Hamburg, Iowa, 9/2/2006 while traveling to Lake Okoboji to celebrate their first wedding anniversary with family.
Both John and Katie were always generous and caring people in life, and continued that legacy after their untimely deaths by giving the gift of life and sight through donation.
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Ames High School 31st Annual Hall-of-Fame Induction Banquet
Thursday October 12, 2023
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Barry Best Obituary
Barry Best, age 70, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames surrounded by his loving family and friends.
He was born on December 25, 1954, in Ames to Bob and Anna Marie (McMahon) Best. He graduated from Ames High School and later received a Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University in Occupational Health and Safety. After graduation, he worked as a safety officer at the US Postal Service prior to becoming a safety officer for the State of Iowa and retired in 2015 after 25 years of service.
He was a devoted husband to Darla (Poppen) Best, whom he married on May 10, 1986. In their 39 years of marriage, they brought into the world two children, Brendan and Nicole. Barry was also a loving Bapa to his grandson Parks. He shared a special bond with his dog Bubba.
Barry spent the vast majority of his life involved in sports. He enjoyed participating in softball, bowling and golf, and was an avid Seattle Seahawks fan. Barry was inducted into the Ames High School sports hall of fame in October 2023. He was a loyal lifelong friend and enjoyed attending “The Gathering” every other year with his high school friends.
Barry is survived by his spouse, Darla; son Brendan Best and daughter Nicole McCarthy (son-in-law Dave); grandson Parks McCarthy; brothers: Bob (Kathy), Bill (Peggy), Ben and Brian; sisters: Barb, Bev and Bridget (Bud); in-laws Marvin and Carolyn Poppen; sister-in-law Sondra Hickman (Michael); brother-in-law Craig Poppen (Nancy); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Anna Marie, and brothers-in-law Gary Banks and Nicky Poppen.
A visitation will be held at St. Cecilia Catholic Church on June 20, 2025 from 9-11 A.M. A memorial service will begin at 11:00 A.M., also at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, with a luncheon to follow immediately. Burial services will be held at 1:00 P.M. at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Adams Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements and online condolences may be left for the family at: www.adamssoderstrum.com
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Rodney Allan Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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Rodney Allan Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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Rodney Allan Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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Rodney Allan Mather
Rod Mather
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10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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Rod Mather graduated from the AHS class of 1974. Rod was taken from the Earth way too soon at the age of 21. He was a talented athlete, was kind to all, and has been sorely missed for 46+ years.
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— Obituary —
Rodney Allan Mather
Rod Mather
Obituary
10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
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AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
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Rod Mather graduated from the AHS class of 1974. Rod was taken from the Earth way too soon at the age of 21. He was a talented athlete, was kind to all, and has been sorely missed for 46+ years.
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— Obituary —
Rodney Allan Mather
Rod Mather
Obituary
10-25-1955 - 08-24-1977
Rodney A. Mather
Rodney Allan (Rod) Mather, 21, 702 Brookridge Ave., drowned Wednesday, August. 24, when he slipped and fell into the Little Colorado River in Coconino County, Arizona. His body was recovered Saturday.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Stevens Memorial Chapel, with a date, time and location of services to be set later this week.
Mr. Mather was a 1974 graduate of Ames High School and was very active in sports there. He was attending Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, and was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was born October. 25, 1955 to Mr. And Mrs. Roger Mather at Nevada.
Survivors include his parents, 702 Brookridge Ave.; one sister, Mary Lee Torkildson, Ames; two brothers, Mark and Brett, both at home; grandparents, Mr. And Mrs. L.H. Mather, 808 Burnett Ave., and Mrs. Esher Evans, Ames.
1977
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Rick Roberts Obituary
Richard Todd Roberts Obituary
Richard Roberts Obituary
May 21 1962 - June 2 2024
Rick was born in Ames, Iowa on May 21 1962 to Alice and Richard Arlan Roberts. After the passing of his mother in 1975, his dad married Barbara in 1977, giving Rick and his sister Pam two step-sisters, Cindy and Teri, He graduated from Ames High School in 1980, then attended Iowa State university from 1981-83 where he studied economics.
On July 18, 1987 he married the love of his life, Sue and gained not just a wife, but 2 children as well, Amy and Kyle. he worked for 38 years in Denver as a General Contractor. They lived in Broomfield, Pine Junction, Frisco, Georgetown and Arvada., remodeling each home as a hobby. In 2022, Rick and Sue moved to Grand Junction were Rick worked for Ford Construction before retiring in October of 2023. Retirement gave Rick the opportunity to spend precious time with Sue doing the things they loved to do: hiking, gardening, reading, and spoiling his grandhildren and great grandchildren.
Living in Colorado allowed Rick to enjoy many outdoor activities: skiing, rafting and hiking, including summiting many of the 14'ers that Colorado is known for. Favorite hiking spots included Moab and the Bright Angel Trail tot he Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. One of the trips to the Grand Canyon included granddaughter Alyssa and her husband Brian. Rick enjoyed working out, collecting unique Santa Fe Stone knives, barbecuing for family, as well as buying, remodeling and selling homes. Gardening was a passion and he especially enjoyed growing many varieties of peppers from mild to hot.
Rick loved the Lord and faithfully served at the churches they attended, Dillon Community Church in Summit County, and Heritage Church in Grand Junction.
Rick is survived by his loving wife, Sue and their children. Amy Kocol (Joe), Kyle Walton (Deana), grandchildren: Makeylee Maj (Joe), Alyssa Maj (Brian), J. J. Kocol, and Jamie Kocol, and great grandchildren: Abel, Luka and Aliza Maj. He is also survived by his step mother Barbara Roberts, sister Pam Marcum (Mark), and stepsisters Cindy Stipp (Dan) and Teri Hutt (Mike).
Sue has requested in lieu of flowers that any gifts be sent to Heritage Church.
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AHS 1974 50-year reunion held 9 events in 4 days from Thursday August 15 2024 to Sunday August 17 2024. The weather was great and the reunion was amazing!! We all had so much fun.
50-year reunion for the Ames High Class of 1974
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AHS Ames High School Alumni Assoc - Ames, IA.
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AHS 1974 50-year reunion held 9 events in 4 days from Thursday August 15 2024 to Sunday August 17 2024. The weather was great and the reunion was amazing!! We all had so much fun.
50-year reunion for the Ames High Class of 1974
#1974AHS50
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Jon Schroeder Obituary
Jonathan Matthew Schroeder Obituary
Jonathan Schroeder Obituary
April 26 1978 - February 15 2019
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Jon was cremated. He was incriminated into the Ames Municipal Cemetery alongside his Mother, Brother and Grandparents in the spring of 2020
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