Guttenberg Press

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Elaine C. Hoffmann

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

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

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

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May

Melvin Hall

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

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

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

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Naomi J. Klinge

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

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Alan C. Purvis

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

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

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Law Enforcement Victim Service Award


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

By Caroline Rosacker

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

Awards ceremony

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May

Foster care helps heal Iowa's kids


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

By Caroline Rosacker

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

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May

City council hears concerns about geese

By Shelia Tomkins

The Guttenberg city council, meeting in regular session on May 8, approved the plans for the North  Fifth Street improvement project, heard resident concerns about the geese population, and okayed the hiring of a new police officer.

Mayor Fred Schaub led councilmembers Michelle Geuder, Steve Bahls, Jane Parker, Austin Greve and Mandy Ludovissy through the agenda. City Manager Denise Schneider was also present. 

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May

Richard L. Sampson

Richard L. Sampson, 88, of Colesburg, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Terrace Glen Village in Marion.

Funeral services were Wednesday, May 3, at Colesburg Methodist Church in Colesburg. Visitation was before services at the church.

Interment was at Zion Cemetery, Colesburg.

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May

Owen “Pete” C. Weyant

Owen “Pete” Charles Weyant, 78, of New Vienna, died Monday, May 1, 2023.

Visitation and a short service was held Friday, May. 5, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg. A Busch Light Social immediately followed the visitation at the Eagles Club in Guttenberg.

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Fr. Bries to celebrate Golden Jubilee

By Caroline Rosacker

The Rev. Marvin J. Bries of Guttenberg will celebrate his 50-year Ordination and the official closing of St. Mary/Immaculate Conception School at a Mass and celebration on Sunday, June 4. 

"Everyone is invited to this special event, especially past students of St. Mary's school, and children of all ages," say  event organizers. 

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