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09
Dec

Merry Christmas from Mitterteich, Germany

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/09/2020 - 18:04

Karin Bahls, who grew up in Mitterteich, Germany still celebrates and enjoys many of the Christmas traditions she grew up with, including the Advent wreath, above, and linzer cookies. (Press photo by Shelia Tomkins)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Christmas customs and traditions may vary around the world, but most have a common theme. Karin Bahls, longtime Guttenberg resident, spent most of her childhood in Mitterteich, Germany. Karin graciously agreed to share her beloved childhood Christmas memories.  She began, "I, along with my mother, and older brother, Juergen arrived in Mitterteich in 1945 as German refugees from Oppeln. I was five years old and Juergen was a couple years older. My father was in World War I and II. My older brother, Harry, and older sister, Ulla, were also in the military – drafted by Hitler. They all survived World War II."

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09
Dec

Duck hunters' paradise turns into "weather bomb"

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/09/2020 - 18:03

From left L.W. Abel, Mick Abel and an unknown hunter pose following a successful pheasant hunt. The Abel brothers narrowly escaped the Armistice Day Blizzard of 1940. (Photo courtesy or Loraine Zearly)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Armistice Day Blizzard took place in the Midwest region of the United States on Nov. 11 and 12 in 1940. The unexpected, fierce, early-season "panhandle hook" winter storm cut a thousand-mile-wide swath through the middle of the country from Kansas to Michigan. In its wake the storm dropped more than two feet of snow, burying vehicles and roadways beneath 20-foot drifts. 

Armistice Day Blizzard of 1940

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09
Dec

Santa to visit Guttenberg on Sunday, Dec. 13

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/09/2020 - 18:01

Santa will take time out from his busy holiday schedule to visit Guttenberg on Sunday, Dec. 13, starting at 12 noon. He will catch a ride on a Guttenberg fire truck and tour the streets of the community to wave at youngsters.

Prepackaged candy canes and forms for letters to write to Santa will be handed out. Completed letters can be dropped off at the Guttenberg Chamber of Commerce office at the mailbox outside to be mailed to Santa.

Wed
02
Dec

Morris C. Bauer

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:07

Morris Christopher Bauer, 74, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, after battling heart and lung issues.

Per his wishes, no services will be held.

Arrangements were handled by Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Garnavillo.  

Wed
02
Dec

Delos D. Sadewasser

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:06

Delos Delbert Sadewasser, 91, of Guttenberg, died Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, at the Guttenberg Care Center.

Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions there will be a private family service and interment.

Arrangements were handled by Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg.

Wed
02
Dec

Letha F. Moser

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:05

Letha Fay Moser, 94, of Guttenberg, died Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, at Guttenberg Care Center.

Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions there will be a private family service and interment.

Arrangements were handled by Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg. 

Wed
02
Dec

Shirleen J. Fricke

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:05

Shirleen Jane Fricke, 83, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, at the I.O.O.F Home in Mason City. 

Per her wishes her body has been cremated and Shirleen’s family will hold a celebration of life at a later date.

Arrangements were handled by Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, Mason City.

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02
Dec

Loretta L. Bolsinger

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:04

04/02/1974 (dash) 11/17/2020

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02
Dec

Ralph E. Livingston

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:03

Ralph Edward Livingston, 72, of Elkport, died Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City.

Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions there will be a private family service.

Arrangements were handled by Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg. 

Wed
02
Dec

Opportunities for charitable holiday giving

Submitted by admin on Wed, 12/02/2020 - 19:00

Sarah Meyer, GMHC Ambulatory Quality Manager, reminds co-workers, patients, and visitors to "Always be kind." (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker 

The selfless, giving nature of Santa Claus is imprinted on our lives at a very early age. Our vision of a kind-hearted, jolly old soul who willingly gives gifts to individuals he has never met  plants the seeds of generosity that help us to become charitable adults. When we give thanks for all that we have, the true spirit of the holiday season awakens within us a desire to lend a helping hand to those in need. There is remarkable power in the act of generosity — for both the giver and receiver. It brings people together, helps us dissolve our differences, and acknowledges our shared humanity.

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