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Wilma J. Billmeyer

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/19/2025 - 08:31

Wilma J. Billmeyer, 89, of Guttenberg, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at Guttenberg Care Center. 

Visitation was Sunday, Nov. 16, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg and before services at the church.

Funeral services were Monday, Nov. 17, at United Methodist Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Neil Hofer.

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Sadewasser is 2025 CREA Friend of Education

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/19/2025 - 08:21

Emily Sadewasser has been selected as the 2025 Clayton Ridge Education Association (CREA) Friend of Education. She is pictured with husband Carl and boys Leo and Graham, prior to the birth of youngest child Magnus. (Photo submitted)

By Audrey Posten

Emily Sadewasser has been selected as the 2025 Clayton Ridge Education Association (CREA) Friend of Education.

She was honored during a reception at the Guttenberg Campus Cafeteria on Monday, Nov. 17.

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CPKC Holiday Train will stop in Marquette, Guttenberg on Nov. 24

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/19/2025 - 08:20

The CPKC Holiday Train will return to Clayton County on Monday, Nov. 24, making evening stops in both Marquette and Guttenberg. The train will arrive in Guttenberg, on the east side of the Schiller Street crossing, at 7:15 p.m. (Press photo by Austin Greve)

By Audrey Posten

The CPKC Holiday Train will return to Clayton County on Monday, Nov. 24, making evening stops in both Marquette and Guttenberg. It will be the train’s first time in the area since 2023, after the route changed last year.

It’s the 27th year overall for the Holiday Train, which continues to raise money, food and awareness for food banks across its network through dazzling lighted cars and musical entertainment. The Marquette stop will be at the marina parking lot at 5:20 p.m. The train will arrive in Guttenberg, on the east side of the Schiller Street crossing, at 7:15 p.m.

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Living Waters’ renovation is almost complete

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/19/2025 - 08:19

A look at Living Water Bible Fellowship's upgraded sanctuary, which received an overhaul as part of a renovation completed earlier this fall. The church will hold an open house this coming Sunday, Nov. 23, from 2-4 p.m.

By Steve Van Kooten

The Living Water Bible Fellowship Church, which sits along U.S. Highway 52 as it cuts through Guttenberg, has spent the past few months in the midst of renovating its building. And now, they’re almost ready to show off their spruced-up digs.

Interim Pastor Bob Westfall said the church will host an open house for the community on Sunday, Nov. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m.

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Nov

City council hears update on housing fund

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/19/2025 - 08:18

The Guttenberg city council at its monthly meeting on Nov. 10  heard a report on regional housing funds,  scrutinized the Chamber director's report, and moved forward on zoning changes. 

Housing Trust Fund

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Nov

LaVonne J. Herzog

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/12/2025 - 08:29

LaVonne Jean Herzog, 85 of Osterdock, passed away Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Visitation will be held from 2-6 pm on Thursday, Nov. 13, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg. Visitation will continue on Friday, Nov. 14, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Guttenberg with funeral services beginning at 10:30 a.m., conducted by Rev. Mike Ashman and Rev. Roland Waterman. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery, near Colesburg.

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Andrew M. Holcomb

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/12/2025 - 08:28

Andrew MacKenzie Holcomb, 31, beloved son of Christine (Brown) and David Holcomb passed away on Oct. 21, 2025, in Des Moines where he lived.

Visitation will be will be Nov. 16, from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Temple B’Nai Jerushun Des Moines with a funeral service and communion to follow. Family and friends are invited to stay for a meal immediately afterwards to celebrate Andrew’s life in the fellowship hall. Two of Andrew’s closest friends will be performing the service, Kelsey and Jacob Guckenberger, pastors of Christ Community Church. 

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Donald E. Blumer

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/12/2025 - 08:28

Donald E. Blumer, 92, of Cassville, Wis., passed away Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at Lancaster Health Services in Lancaster, Wis. 

Graveside services were Monday, Nov. 10, at Concord Cemetery in Garner.

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Judith E. Olson

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/12/2025 - 08:27

Judith E. Olson, 91, of Colesburg, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, at Strawberry Point Lutheran Home in Strawberry Point. 

Visitation will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Guttenberg. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., conducted by Rev. Mike Ashman.

Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Colesburg. 

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Lori C. Geuder

Submitted by agreve on Wed, 11/12/2025 - 08:27

Lorraine “Lori” Carol Geuder, 75, of Guttenberg, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 2, at the University of Iowa Hospital, surrounded by her loving children.

Visitation was Saturday, Nov. 8, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg.

Interment was at Guttenberg City Cemetery, conducted by Rev. Mike Ashman.

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