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Wed
25
Aug

Gayle Kahle

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/25/2021 - 10:50

Gayle Kahle, 98, of Guttenberg, died peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021, at River Living Center in Guttenberg with family at her side.

Funeral services were Saturday, Aug. 21, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. Michael Ashman. Visitation was before services at the church.

Interment was at Guttenberg City Cemetery.

Wed
25
Aug

Community members recall "Field of Dreams"

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/25/2021 - 10:47

Lois Goerdt, left, of Guttenberg drove her vehicle in the Field of Dreams final car scene. Bruce Bryant of Guttenberg was an extra during the book banning scene. (Photos submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

In 1989, Field of Dreams, an American sports fantasy drama film written and directed by Phil Alden Robinson, adapted from W. P. Kinsella's 1982 novel Shoeless Joe, was filmed locally in northeast Iowa. The wildly–popular, feel-good movie starred Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, James Earl Jones, Ray Liotta and Burt Lancaster in his final film role. It was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Original Score, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Picture.

Wed
25
Aug

C.R. School District fills teaching positions

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/25/2021 - 10:43

The Clayton Ridge School District has hired six new teachers for the 2021-22 School year. From left are Jonathan Klaes, Ashley Funk, Lexi Lindsay, Bridget Schaufenbueland and Ashley Hess. Not pictured is Leah Eulberg. (Press photo by Caroline Rosacker)

By Caroline Rosacker 

Students and teachers in the Clayton Ridge School District returned to class on Monday, Aug. 23. The school district has recently hired six new energetic teachers to add to their dedicated faculty. Three of the new recruits grew up in Guttenberg and graduated from Clayton Ridge, and three were born and raised in northeast Iowa. 

Ashley Hess

Wed
25
Aug

Welcome planned for New Jersey visitors

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/25/2021 - 10:40

A meet and greet event for city officials from Guttenberg, N.J., will be held this Friday, Aug. 27, from 6-10 p.m. at Lakeside Ballroom in Guttenberg. Admission is free, and the band — Triple Threat — is a community favorite for all to enjoy dancing. Everyone is invited, and food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Wed
18
Aug

Laura A. Wille

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2021 - 11:32

Laura Ann Wille, 81, of Guttenberg, died Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021, in her home. 

Visitation was Monday, Aug. 16, at Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home, Guttenberg and one hour before services at the church.

Funeral services were Tuesday, Aug. 17, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Guttenberg, conducted by Rev. John Moser. 

Wed
18
Aug

Leon J. Meester

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2021 - 11:32

Leon John Meester, 66, of Holland, Iowa, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021 at the Guttenberg Municipal Hospital in Guttenberg.

Visitation was Wednesday, Aug. 11, at the Abels Funeral and Cremation Service, Engelkes Chapel in Grundy Center.

Funeral services were Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Pleasant Valley Reformed Church in rural Holland (Fern).

Wed
18
Aug

New library director eager to meet her community

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2021 - 11:30

Newly-hired library director Katey Simon of St. Olaf is looking forward to being of service to her community. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

The Guttenberg Public Library Board has hired Katey Simon of St. Olaf as the new library director. She will replace outgoing director Katie Beitzel.

Wed
18
Aug

U.S.S. Oklahoma sailor's remains laid to rest

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2021 - 11:29

Neal Kenneth Todd, U.S. Navy Fireman 1st Class, who lost his life on the USS Oklahoma during the attack at Pearl Harbor, was brought home to his final resting place on July 10, 2021. (Photo submitted)

By Caroline Rosacker

Neal Kenneth Todd, U.S. Navy Fireman 1st Class, was born on Nov. 5, 1919 in Bemidji, Minn., to Robert B. and Irena (Secord) Todd. He died at the tender age of 22 while serving on the USS Oklahoma during the attack at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. His remains were recently returned to his family in Akeley, Minn., for proper burial with military honors. 

Wed
18
Aug

City council acts on cell tower request

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/18/2021 - 11:27

By Shelia Tomkins

Mayor Bill Frommelt led the Guttenberg city council through a 30-item agenda at the regular monthly council meeting on Aug. 9. On hand for the meeting were council members Mick Pierce, Austin Greve, Fred Schaub, Virginia Saeugling and Jane Parker, City Manager Denise Schneider and City Attorney Michael Schuster.

Cell tower lease

Wed
11
Aug

Roger Zach

Submitted by admin on Wed, 08/11/2021 - 09:52

 was born to Wesley and Emma (Zobeck) Zach on Feb. 3, 1938, in Cedar Rapids and walked off the stage for the final time on Aug. 2, 2021. He signed off on his well-lived life with a smile on his face and laughter in his belly. The doctors and nurses didn’t know that they were in for the final show that included lots of entertainment, comedy, and one-liners until his departure. Roger was proud to say he got to live a good life doing what he loved. 

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