LeRette Funeral Chapel, Inc., 525 E. Ratliff Road, Red Oak, IA (2026)

02/17/2026

Joyce Elaine Spangenberg, age 95, of Red Oak, Iowa formerly of Clarinda, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Arlington Place in Red Oak. Joyce was born November 4, 1930, in Oakland, Iowa, the daughter of Ernest and Mildred (Hays) LeRette. The family lived in various places throughout southwest Iowa including Wales, Iowa, where Joyce graduated from Wales Lincoln High School in 1948 and then attended Commercial Extension in Omaha, Nebraska. She was united in marriage to Edward Spangenberg on January 31, 1953, in Oakland, Iowa. They lived in Red Oak for several years where Joyce worked at Union Carbide Battery Company. They moved to Clarinda in 1962. Over the years, Joyce worked for Cramer Jewelry, Lisle Corporation, Sherwin Williams, Clarinda Company, and the First Christian Church where she retired. She and Ed moved back to Red Oak in 1994. Joyce was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Red Hat Society, Jaycee Jaynes, Clarinda Booster Club, and was a sports enthusiast never missing a school event in Clarinda or Red Oak. The Red Oak Athletic Boosters awarded Joyce and Ed as “Fans of the Year” and they were Grand Marshalls of the Homecoming Parade that year. Joyce was always very kind and willing to help anyone in need. She was a friend to anyone that knew her. The grandkids and great grandkids were her most valued treasure. Her world revolved around her whole family. Joyce enjoyed working in her yard, tending to her flowers, playing games like cards, dominoes, trivia, and Bingo, and spending time with family and friends. Joyce and Ed shared good times with many friends at the Elks Lodge in both Shenandoah and Red Oak where Ed was a member.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband: Ed; son-in-law: Rudy Kinard; grandson: Brett Kinard; brother: Charles “Richard” LeRette; sisters: Janice Palmer and Joan Selser; brothers-in-law: Shorty Palmer, Albert Selser, and Don Spangenberg; and sisters-in-law: Marcia LeRette and Emily Spangenberg. Survivors include her children: Barbara Kinard of Papillion, NE and Randy Spangenberg and wife Angie of Harlan, IA; grandchildren: Chase Kinard of Council Bluffs, IA; Maci Fort and husband Jordan of Papillion, NE; Jared Spangenberg and wife Tricia of Harlan, IA; Brock Spangenberg and wife Kristina of Elkhorn, NE; and Paige Baumert and husband Beau of Elkhorn, NE; great grandchildren: Marenn and Hugh Fort; Jacob, Brett, Kate, Zac, Elle, and Ava Spangenberg; and Jack, Ryan, and Liv Baumert; sister: Judy Boeger and husband Ed of Atlantic, IA; brother-in-law: JE Spangenberg and wife Deanna of Stanton, IA; special cousin: Carroll Danbom of Red Oak, IA; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and many friends.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/17/2026

John Paul “Bud” Goddard, age 87, of Villisca, Iowa, formerly of Stanton, Iowa, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Bud was born March 12, 1938, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of George and Wyona (Kinns) Goddard. The family moved to Fulton, South Dakota, where Bud graduated from Fulton High School. He then attended South Dakota State University in Aberdeen. Bud was united in marriage to Beverly Gannon on June 2, 1958, in Mitchell, South Dakota. Bud worked in many different places throughout his career in the agricultural industry. While in Mitchell, South Dakota, he worked for Hormel and Nachurs Plant Food Company moving to Stanton, Iowa, in 1971. He was the manager of Nachurs in Red Oak, Iowa, until 1975, when he and Beverly started Agri Gains working until 1996 when they sold the business to Randy and Denise Goddard. Bud and Bev continued operating the trucking business for several more years. The past 10 years, they had made their home in Villisca, Iowa. They spent many winters in Punta Gorda, Florida, even before retirement. Bud and Bev enjoyed deer hunting and dancing together. Bud was a 55 year-lifetime member of the Red Oak Elks Lodge, a member of the Double Dozen, and a long time Red Oak Chamber of Commerce member.

Preceding him in death were his parents and sisters: JoAnn Davis and Connie Aulner. Survivors include his wife: Beverly Goddard of Villisca, Iowa; children: Randy Goddard and wife Denise of Stanton, Iowa; Deb Hoover and husband Mike of Moorland, Iowa; and Pam Hanson and husband Todd of Loudon, Tennessee; grandchildren: Hilary O’Flynn and husband Bryan of Gretna, Nebraska; Jonathan Goddard and wife Liz of Red Oak, Iowa; Emily Doty and husband Kyle of Red Oak, Iowa; Brittany Whigham and husband Drew of Red Oak, Iowa; Michelle Wills of Alta, Iowa; Melissa Antill and husband Cole of Elizabeth, Colorado; Josh Wills and wife Amanda of Adel, Iowa; Brooke Lozano and husband John of San Antonio, Texas; Karmin Stoumbaugh and husband Aaron of Thornton, Colorado; and Madison Hanson of Iowa City, Iowa; 21 great grandchildren; sister: Sandy Boomgaarden and husband Dave of Port Charlotte, Florida; brother: Roger Goddard and wife Geri Kay of Oceanside, California; sister-in-law: Marcella Titze of Mitchell, South Dakota; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be held 2 PM Monday, March 2, 2026, at LeRette Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Mamre Cemetery in Stanton, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held from 2-4 PM Sunday, March 1, 2026, at LeRette Funeral Chapel.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/14/2026

Susie Enarson Service February 14, 2026

02/11/2026

Dawn Eloise Milgrove, age 64, of Carroll, Iowa, formerly of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her home. Dawn was born December 10, 1961, the youngest of five children to Darrell and Dorothy “Elaine” (Liljedahl) Wolfe. Dawn was raised on the family farm and attended Red Oak Schools. She was active in 4-H. She showed Black Angus calves and horses. Dawn was involved in barrel racing and earned many ribbons and trophies. She also took dance and gymnastics lessons and performed jazz and tap dance in recitals at the historic downtown Music Hall in Omaha, Nebraska. On June 30, 1987, Dawn was united in marriage to Michael Milgrove in Branson, Missouri. They made their home on Dawn’s grandparent’s homestead. Dawn and Mike loved music and attended many concerts including the Rolling Stones. They had numerous travel destinations, among their favorites were Washington, D. C. and Arlington National Cemetery, and to Chicago to cheer on Mike’s beloved Bears. Dawn and Mike enjoyed tending to their vegetable garden and sitting on their porch with a view of the row of their lilac bushes. Dawn took pleasure in sewing, knitting, crocheting and needlepointing. She looked forward to hosting traditional family holidays and never gave up the chance to browse the streets at the Walnut Antique Fall Festival. She was a proud member of The Daughters of the American Revolution with ancestry ties to a Captain in the Continental Army. She loved learning about her Swedish and Nyman heritage.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Mike Milgrove; siblings: Dianne Elaine Charmeda, an infant baby sister; and a great nephew: Baby Gus Fridolph.

Survivors include her brother: Dennis Wolfe of Red Oak; sisters: Debra Wolfe of Red Oak and Deanna Clark of Emerson; many nieces and nephews and other extended family and many cherished friends.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/07/2026

Ed Foote

02/04/2026

Dennis Robert “Denny” Wookey, age78, of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home. Denny was born November 14, 1947, in Red Oak, Iowa, the son of Robert and Eileen (Raymond) Wookey. He graduated from Red Oak Community High School in 1966 and then Universal Trade School in Omaha, Nebraska. Denny enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged. He was united in marriage to Linda Buehler on March 1, 1969, at Hawthorne United Methodist Church in Hawthorne, Iowa. Denny and Linda lived all their married life on the farm. Denny was a 41-year member of the Red Oak Elks Lodge and received “Elk of the Year” for 2016-2017. His hobbies included hunting, boating, water skiing, snow skiing, and feeding livestock. His greatest joy came from his kids, grandkids, and great grandkids.

Preceding him in death were his parents and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Don and Betty Buehler. Survivors include his wife, Linda Wookey of Red Oak, Iowa; son, Jake Wookey and wife Mindy of Red Oak, Iowa; daughter, Jenny Wookey-Rich of Red Oak, Iowa; grandchildren: Madison Akers and husband Bailey of Johnston, Iowa; Mallorie Wookey of Waukee, Iowa; Jonan Wookey of Ames, Iowa; Cory Rich of Iowa City, Iowa; and Jeff Rich of Iowa City, Iowa; great grandchildren: Lynora and Penelope Akers of Johnston, Iowa; sister-in-law: Shari Buehler of Red Oak, Iowa; brothers-in-law: Mick Buehler and wife Jean of Olathe, Kansas, and Scott Buehler and wife Joy of St. Charles, Illinois; and many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 5-7 PM Monday, February 9, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/04/2026

Dawn Eloise Milgrove, age 64, of Carroll, Iowa, formerly of Red Oak, Iowa, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her home.

Survivors include her siblings: Dennis Wolfe and Debra Wolfe both of Red Oak and Deanna Clark of Emerson, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, February 9, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel in Red Oak, Iowa. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held from 10 AM until 11 AM prior to the funeral at the LeRette Funeral Chapel.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/03/2026

Ken Anderson Funeral

02/03/2026

Patricia “Pat” Vestal, age 82, of Emerson, Iowa, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Good Samaritan Society in Red Oak. Patty was born June 29, 1943, in Red Oak, Iowa, the daughter of Silas and Mable (Weston) Reynolds. She was raised in the Elliott area graduating from Elliott High School in 1961. Pat worked in Omaha, Nebraska, at the Federal Reserve Bank before she was united in marriage to Charles “Chuck” Vestal on January 27, 1962, in Elliott, Iowa. They lived in Garland, Texas, for a short time before moving to the farm where they still reside. Over the years, Patty worked at the Emerson Café, part time at Nelson-Boylan Funeral Chapel, and most recently, Nishna Valley School where she was a wonderful cook and van driver for the students. She was a longtime member of the Emerson Baptist Church, the Baptist M & A, Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher, Jr. Choir Director, organized and sang in the Easter Cantata and Christmas Programs, and many other activities within the church. Pat was prom Sponsor for 19 years, president of the Nishna Valley Athletic Association, vice-president of Nishna Valley Band Mothers, a 4-H leader, Mills County 4-H Teen Club Sponsor, and received the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame Award in 2025. Her greatest joy came from taking care of her home, her garden, and her family, especially the grandkids.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Paul and Alberta Vestal; her son: Brent Vestal; her siblings: Lucile Reynolds, Ed Reynolds, Caroline Hicks, Lyle Reynolds, Gail Reynolds, Elmer Reynolds, David “Butch” Reynolds; and her twin brother: Denny Reynolds; her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Frances Reynolds, Mary Reynolds, Jim Hicks, Dick Milner, Cheryl Reynolds; Betty Howard; and Everett Howard. Survivors include her husband: Charles “Chuck” Vestal of Emerson, IA; daughters: Teresa Euken and husband Mark of Red Oak, IA and Brooke Thielen and husband Jeff of Glenwood, IA; grandchildren: Whitney Grubbs of Council Bluffs, IA; Bradley Euken and fiancé Caitlin Sifuentes of Chicago, IL; Austin Thielen of Asheville, NC; Aiden Thielen of Council Bluffs, IA; Alek Thielen of Council Bluffs, IA; Trenton Funk of Council Bluffs, IA; Kylie Richardson of Ames, IA; Cooper Thielen of Glenwood, IA; Lance Vestal and wife Courtney of Malvern, IA; Corey Vestal and wife Tasha of Red Oak, IA; Michael Smith and wife Amy of Oakland, IA; James Smith and wife Nikki of Florida; and Steven Smith of Red Oak; brother: Les Reynolds of Omaha, NE; sister: Karen Milner of Elliott, IA; sisters-in-law: Mary Reynolds of Omaha, NE and Janis Reynolds of Omaha, NE; and many other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held at 4 PM Friday, February 6, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel in Red Oak, Iowa a luncheon with the family will follow the service at Indian Creek Museum in Emerson, Iowa. Visitation with the family will be held from 2-4 PM Friday, February 6, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or the Indian Creek Museum.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

02/03/2026

Edwin Basil “Ed” Foote, age 98, of Stanton, Iowa, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at his home. Ed was born June 13, 1927, near Grant, Iowa, the son of Merrill and Estella (Curry) Foote. He attended Foote country school and graduated from Grant High School in 1945. He started farming with his dad near Grant for five years before operating his own oil station in Grant for 12 years. During this time, he served in the Iowa Army National Guard for 8 years. He was united in marriage to Lucille Bauer in 1952 in Grant, Iowa. Three children were born to this union: Steve, Doug, and Jerry. Ed and Lucille bought a farm near Wales, Iowa, where they farmed for many years. Lucille preceded him in death in 1978. Ed was united in marriage to Marilyn Lynch on November 14, 1984, in Carson, Iowa. They made their home in Stanton, Iowa. Ed spent many years driving a school bus for Grant, Wales, and Red Oak. Ed and Marilyn spent many winters traveling to Arizona, Texas, and Florida. Ed was a member of the Wales Presbyterian Church for many years where he was a Deacon, was a member of the Carefree Campers, a former member of both the Eagles and Elks Lodges and served on the Farmers Mercantile Board. His hobbies included camping, playing cards, visiting with people, eating at Pizza Ranch, especially enjoying chocolate pudding, and playing golf. At age 93, he shot a hole-in-one at the Red Oak Country Club.

Preceding him in death were his wife: Lucille Foote; son: Steven Foote; daughter-in-law: Linda Foote; great granddaughter: Paige Clark; siblings: Thelma Taylor; Beatrice Adams; and Lawrence Foote; brothers-in-law: Lloyd Taylor; Ross Adams; and Claire Schuler, Jr.; and sisters-in-law: Billie Ann Foote and Betty Bauer. Survivors include his wife: Marilyn Foote of Stanton, IA; children: Doug Foote and wife Deb of Red Oak, IA; Jerry Foote and wife Sharon of Stanton, IA; and Barbara Klouser and husband Chris of Phelps, WI; grandchildren: Ryan Pelzer and wife Jamie of Malvern, IA; Jared Pelzer and wife Jess of Griswold, IA; Hayden Pelzer and wife April of Griswold, IA; Cade Pelzer and wife Riley of Red Oak, IA; Jeremiah Foote and wife Diana of Red Oak, IA; Elisha Grayson and husband Justin of Kansas City, MO; Lauren Cramer and fiancé Greg Scheff of Cedar Rapids, IA; Cole Cramer of Hanover, MD; and Parker Klouser of Dakota, IL; 9 great grandchildren; sister: Phyllis Schuler of Atlantic, IA; brother-in-law: Edward Lynch and wife Kathy of Sparks, NV; and many other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 AM Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel in Red Oak, Iowa. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 10 AM until 11 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

01/29/2026

Nathan Ray Johnson, age 46, of Atlantic, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Nathan was born August 3, 1979, in Atlantic, Iowa, the son of Larry and Diane (Bates) Johnson. Nathan was raised in southwest Iowa and was currently working for Omni Engineering. Over the years, he worked for Henningsen Construction, Grimes Asphalt & Paving Corporation, and InRoads as a field supervisor.
Nathan enjoyed many hobbies including fishing, boating, car restoration, and was a drag racing enthusiast.

Preceding him in death were his paternal grandparents: John and Edith Mae Johnson; maternal grandparents: Dean and Velma Bates; brother: Paul Johnson; and uncle Kendal Bates. Survivors include his parents: Larry Johnson of Atlantic, IA and Diane Bates of Shenandoah, IA; children: Austin Johnson, Bodie Johnson, and Clevi Johnson all of Atlantic, IA; Paityn Johnson, Drace Johnson, Paislee Johnson and step-son Gage Imhoff all of Hamlin, IA; siblings: John Johnson and Cindy of Atlantic, IA; Cindy Skidmore of Emerson, IA; Adam Johnson and partner Kim of Sioux Falls, SD; Valerie Kalusniak and husband Kevin of Platte City, MO; Tammy Aves and husband of Atlantic, IA; and Kasey Johnson of Schleswig, IA; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and other relatives and friends.

In the midst of this terrible loss for Nathan’s family, he was able to give the gift of life to three recipients of organ transplants facilitated through Live On Nebraska.

There will be no service held at this time.

LeRette Funeral Chapel of Red Oak, Iowa, is assisting the family with cremation services.

01/28/2026

Kenneth Wayne “Ken” Anderson, age 73, of Villisca, Iowa, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026, at his home. Ken was born June 14, 1952, in Red Oak, Iowa, the son of Carl “Hugo” and Neva (Kempton) Anderson. He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Villisca High School in 1970. He then attended Faith Baptist Bible College and graduated in 1974. He also attended Cedarville College in Cedarville, Ohio. During his high school and college years, Ken was very active in many sports. Throughout his career, he taught Physical Education along with other courses in Union Grove, Wisconsin, Romeoville, Illinois, and Medina, Ohio. While in Ohio, he was the Athletic Director and coached basketball and attained three state championships. Ken also coached Soccer. He moved back to the family farm in the mid 1990’s where he was passionate about his work on the farm and raising Angus cattle. He also worked for TRACO in Red Oak for 12 years and drove school bus for Southwest Valley Schools. Ken was a Farm Bureau member and attended Grace Baptist Church in Red Oak.

Preceding him in death were his parents. Survivors include his brothers: Clifton Anderson and wife Carol of Urbandale, IA; Carl Anderson and wife Brenda of Shawnee, KS; and Keith Anderson and wife Debbie of Villisca, IA; nieces and nephews: Robert Anderson of Des Moines, IA; Sara Grabau and husband Jason of Des Moines, IA; Bridget Ortiz and husband Mark of Adrian, MO; Danielle Arnold and husband Joshua of Rich Hill, MO; Jenna Anderson of Kansas City, MO; Rachel Reeves and husband CJ of Kansas City, KS; Kyle Anderson and wife Shayla of Centralia, MO; and Michelle Hontz and husband Alex of Red Oak, IA; many great nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the LeRette Funeral Chapel in Red Oak. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Grace Baptist Church in Red Oak, Iowa.

LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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