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Tue
19
May

Central Community School celebrates graduation

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 11:11

The Central Community School Class of 2020 graduated May 17, at an outdoor ceremony with social distancing measures in place. (Photos by Bev Hamann)

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

The Central Community School Class of 2020 officially graduated Sunday afternoon, amidst the dreary doldrums of an overcast May sky and the ongoing restrictions of COVID-19. 

It was a senior year filled with vibrant dreams of enlightened futures, cut short by a global pandemic that changed lives, fortunes and stole away a real semblance of closure. But the commencement carried on, and the Class of 2020 marched proudly through the rain-soaked football field and spoke eloquently of their shared experiences and bonds. As their families watched live in person or via Facebook Live, it was obvious this was not the end of their journey, but only the beginning. 

Tue
19
May

Garms retires from FreedomBank

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 11:10

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

“I will miss the people the most…the staff and the customers.” With that, FreedomBank President and Chairman of the Board Keith Garms has officially retired, bringing to an end a career path that started on May 14, 1974, in Farmersburg. 

A small town kid, Garms grew up on a dairy farm near Monona and graduated from MFL High School. Life then took him to Iowa State University and on to a stint in the Army as a medical records clerk in 1970-1971. During this time, he married a former Miss Elkader, Kathy Gossman, and the two forged a union that is still going strong today. 

Tue
19
May

Students recognized at Central school awards

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 11:08

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

In the continued effort to provide a sense of normalcy to the graduating class of 2020, Central Community School held its annual awards night  last week as scheduled, albeit this time via Zoom. While Principal Aaron Reinhart said the situation was “not ideal,” it was important to showcase the achievements and accomplishments of the graduating class.

The awards and student(s) who won them are as follows:

Governor’s Scholar Recognition Award - Michael Heer

Tue
19
May

Legions adjust Memorial Day activities

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 11:02

Local American Legion posts have either canceled or adjusted their annual Memorial Day activities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Elkader

The Elkader Lemke-Stendel American Legion Post #106 has traditionally remembered veterans by rendering a traditional military salute, firing rifles and playing taps publicly, at the Elkader St. Joseph and East Side Cemeteries. In addition, the American Legion Auxiliary honors all who have served by sending a wreath down the river, which ultimately flows to the sea, and places a wreath at the memorial at the Clayton County Courthouse.

Tue
19
May

Central students honored—virtually

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 10:53

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

In what doubled as an awards ceremony and game day, Central Community School once again hosted a virtual assembly on May 4, this time for the high school students who have braved the uncertainty of their COVID-19 futures with an admirable reverence. Led by high school principal Aaron Reinhart, it started with a message about prom. The coming of age ritual that once passed as just another night has regained significance. It’s become more than a night of teenage hi-jinx, awkward slow dancing and intrusive chaperones, but a symbol of resilience and pride in the face of coronavirus adversity. The graduating class will not be denied, so prom is tentatively scheduled for June 13 at Old School Celebrations. 

Thu
14
May

Donna Mae Starkey

Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 15:36

Donna Mae Starkey, 79, of Luana, died Sunday, May 10, 2020, at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Donna was born Sept. 20, 1940, to Clayton and Lucille (Glawe) O’Neal in St. Olaf. She graduated from Elkader High School and then trained for nursing.

Donna was united in marriage with Clifford Starkey on Feb. 18, 1978, in Monona.

Thu
14
May

Eunice J. Nading

Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 15:35

Eunice J. Nading, 102, of West Union, died peacefully in her home with family by her side on Sunday, May 10, 2020. Eunice, the daughter of Arthur and Hilda (Lemke) Staack, was born on June 17, 1917, in Guttenberg. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Clayton Center. At the age of 2 years, Eunice moved with her parents to a farm near Clayton Center, where she was raised in a German community and attended Denmark Country School. During her childhood, Eunice spoke only German in her Clayton Center home and in church.

Thu
14
May

Jean Ann Dougherty

Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 15:34

Jean Ann (nee Gavin) Dougherty of Elkader passed away peacefully at her home on May 11, 2020. She was 87 years old.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Dougherty, who passed away in December. They were married a lifetime, 66 years, having wed on Valentine’s Day in 1953. Jean was also preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Francis Gavin, sisters Dorothy Collins and Jule Hermanson, brothers Joe Gavin and William Gavin, as well as an infant son, Gerald.

Thu
14
May

Betty Larson Seitz

Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/14/2020 - 15:33

Betty Larson Seitz, 87, of West Union, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020, at Good Samaritan Society in West Union. Betty Elaine Larson was born in Elgin on Nov. 19, 1932, to Gladys and Ernest Larson. She received her education and graduated from the Elgin Public School. Betty was united in marriage with Earl Seitz on March 18, 1951, and lived in Elgin most of her life, moving to West Union after her husband died.  

Tue
12
May

Barker is Central's top graduate

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/12/2020 - 10:05

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

For Zoe Barker, being valedictorian began as a small goal—a bucket list achievement worth striving for—but one Zoe didn’t feel was real, given the intelligence among her “amazing peers.” Having accomplished the feat through a combination of determination, hard work, resilience and family support, Zoe exuded humility in victory, accepting the honor as Central Community School’s top student of the 2020 graduating class. 

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