Obituaries

Thomas Ralph Barthell, age 97, of International Falls, MN passed away September 20, 2025. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 24 at 11 a.m. at Faith United Church of Christ in International Falls. A luncheon will follow the service. A graveside service will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery in Lansing in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Faith United Church of Christ, Backus Community Center or Habitat for Humanity are appreciated.

Thomas Ralph Barthell was born to Leonard and Martha Boeckh Barthell July 25, 1928, in Waukon. Tom grew up in Lansing, a Mississippi river town close to his heart.

Marjorie L. Kruger, 101, of Waukon, formerly of Postville, went to live with her eternal Lord and Savior Friday, October 17, 2025, at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Funeral services were held Monday, October 20 at Salem United Church of Christ in rural Waukon with Pastor Sue Klimstra officiating. Burial was in Oakland Cemetery, Waukon.

Marjorie Lena Rolfs White Kruger was born April 11, 1924, to Walter and Emma (Kostman) Rolfs in rural Ludlow Township. Marjorie was baptized and graduated from one of the first classes of Waukon High School.

She was a woman of great faith. She regularly attended Sunday services and was a longstanding member of the Salem United Church of Christ; her faith was exemplified in her life. Only second to her faith, her many grandchildren, great- and great-great-grandchildren were her most-cherished blessings; she shared a close and loving bond with each one.

Funeral services for 73-year-old William John Larkin of Jacksonville. FL will be held Tuesday, October 21 at St. Mary’s Hanover Church, rural Waukon at 11 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral. The burial with military honors will take place in Hanover cemetery immediately following the funeral mass.

William (Bill) Larkin, born September 26, 1951, in Dubuque, was the eldest of nine children of John and Rose Larkin from Dorchester. Bill passed away August 20, 2025, in Jacksonville, FL. His full obituary was published in the September 3, 2025 edition of The Standard.
 

Betty Decker, 84, of Waukon passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society in Waukon. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 25 at 11 a.m. at Zion United Church of Christ in Waukon with Rev. Cathy Jurgens officiating. Burial will be held in Oakland Cemetery, Waukon. Friends may greet the family from 4-7 p.m. Friday, October 24 at Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon.

Betty had a generous spirit; to continue her giving, the family requests in lieu of flowers please make donations to the Waukon Fire Department, Veterans Memorial Hospital, Oakland Cemetery, Zion United Church of Christ, all in Waukon, or a charity of your choice.

Betty Jane (Brinker) Decker, was born May 25, 1941, to Elmer and Ruby (Renk) Brinker. Betty was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke’s Church in Eitzen, MN. She received her early education in Eitzen and Dorchester and graduated from Waukon High School in the Class of 1959.

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Gloria Ann Brink Burkart, aged 75, September 27, 2025. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, colleague, and friend, she lived a beautiful life marked by deep love, faith, kindness, strength, integrity, perseverance, and devotion to her family and loved ones.

A celebration of her life will take place at Pikes Peak Pavilion in McGregor October 26 from 1-4 p.m., with a short session for speakers starting at 2:30 p.m. Friends and family are welcome to come together in remembrance and honor.

Born October 14, 1949, in Farmersburg, Gloria Ann grew up on a farm in Waukon with her sister Gerri and four brothers, Gale, Gary, Greg, and Gene. She has many fond memories of farm life, including fishing, baking, and doing chores. She treasured memories of visiting the family cabin on the Mississippi River in Harpers Ferry.

Theresa E. Anderson, 103, formerly of Waukon, was called to Jesus Thursday, July 24, 2025. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 11 at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon with Fr. Joseph Sevcik officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, rural Waukon.

Friends may greet the family from 10 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at church. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon is handling arrangements.
 

Curtis “Curtie” G. Schoenthal, 98, of Waukon died Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Society in Waukon. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 10 at Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon with Deacon Patrick Malanaphy officiating. Burial will be held in Oakland Cemetery in Waukon. Friends may greet the family from 10 a.m. until time of services Friday at the funeral home.

Curtis George Schoenthal was born October 25, 1926, in Jefferson Township in rural Waukon, the son of Edward and Caroline (Wacker) Schoenthal. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion United Church of Christ in Waukon.

Lennis D. Shurtleff, 60, of Waukon died Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI. A Celebration of Life was held Monday, October 6 at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds Pavilion in Waukon. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon assisted the family.

Lennis Dale Shurtleff was born January 10, 1965, in Sioux City. His parents were Dale Eugene and Lucille Mae (Heidebrink) Shurtleff. He attended North Junior School and graduated from West High in 1983, both in Sioux City, where he played basketball, baseball, and football. Lennie worked for Gateway Computers in South Sioux, NE, before transferring to Virginia, as a technician. When he moved to the Waukon area, he worked for Monona Wire and drove an Amish construction crew until he retired.

Michael Stok of Harpers Ferry passed away unexpectedly September 30, 2025, at the age of 76. There will be a Celebration of Life Wednesday, October 8, from 1-4 p.m. at the Portside Bar & Supper Club in Harpers Ferry. Friends and family are invited to stop in and share Mike stories.
Mike was born and raised in Belle Plaine, where he ran the Stok’s Country Store, before becoming a successful salesman. Mike is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan (McBride) Stok. He was a proud father to his four children: Michael (Laura) Stok, Matt (Beth) Stok, Marc (Kerry) Stok, and Marisa (Scott) Burch. He loved his six grandchildren: Ellie, Abby, Emma, Roman, Ian, and Maddie, and was thrilled to become a great-grandfather to Wrenley Petersohn.

Stacy Marie Kamaus, 52, of Waukon passed away, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at her home in Waukon surrounded by her family. A Private Burial in the West Union City Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Stacy was born February 28, 1973, in West Union to Dave and Jean (Noska) Kamaus. She was baptized at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union. Stacy grew up in West Union and completed her education at the Antes Center in 1991. Stacy then moved to Waukon where she was a client at TASC for the past 32 years. Stacy enjoyed her daily activities at TASC with her many friends and staff she met throughout the years.

Stacy’s favorite activities included shopping, movies, and holidays, and she enjoyed her house friends and, most of all, her family. Stacy was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter and friend to many, and accomplished many challenges in her life.