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James “Jim” Francis Hawes, 84, of Wexford died Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, May 20 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Wexford with Rev. John Moser, Monsignor Cletus Hawes, Rev. Donald Hawes, Monsignor Ed Lechtenberg and Rev Mark Osterhaus as the concelebrants. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

James Francis was born May 18, 1934 to Edward and Lila (Guider) Hawes on the family farm, rural Wexford. He attended country school and graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic School, Lansing.

Jim was united in marriage with Catherine ”Kay” Ann Callahan November 26, 1957 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Wexford. He farmed his entire life and was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Wexford. Jim loved spending time with his family, friends, and especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by the many people who knew him.

With great sadness the family of Philip J. Schmit, 74, of Ojai, CA announces his passing Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at his home in Upper Ojai. A Celebration of Phil’s life will be held Sunday, June 23 in Ojai, CA. For more information on the location, time and to RSVP please email ktschmit8@gmail.com, text or leave a message at 773-405-3252.

Phil was born in Bernard to Cyril and Rosebella (Otting) Schmit December 28, 1944. He had an idealic Midwestern childhood in Bernard and after the age of 13 in Waukon. At 19, Phil traveled cross country to explore California but ran out of money and has been a resident of Ventura County, CA ever since. Phil was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1965 and served in Japan during the Vietnam War. Phil returned to Ventura after the Army and married Helen Stallings Schmit June 5, 1971 in Newbury Park.

Terry L. Johnson, 59, of rural Waukon died Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse, WI from injuries sustained in a car accident. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Martin Funeral Home in Waukon is handling arrangements.

Terry Lee Johnson was born October 2, 1959 in West Union, the son of Dale and Beverly (Starkey) Johnson. He was baptized at Forest Mills United Methodist Church in rural Postville and confirmed at First Presbyterian Church in Waukon. In 1979, Terry graduated from Waukon High School and then went to work for a while with the railroad. He also farmed and worked at various other places such as Northern Engraving in Waukon and for different construction operations.

On a rainy October 21, 2006, Terry married Deborah Knuppe at Dunnings Spring in Decorah. Due to health issues, Terry was forced to retire in 2010.

Gene Shogren, 86, of Waterville died Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at the Patty Elwood Center in Cresco. Funeral services were held Friday, May 17 at Martin Funeral Home in Waukon with Pastor Eddie Cabrera officiating. Burial with military honors was at Oak Hill Cemetery, Lansing.

Gene Shogren was born August 26, 1932 in rural Lansing, the son of Alden and Agnes (Erickson) Shogren. He attended Center #3 country school in Village Creek Township and graduated from Waukon High School in 1950. Gene served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956, and was stationed in Alaska until he was honorably discharged from the service.

March 20, 1956, he married Joyce Evelyn Van Brocklin in Garrison. They farmed together with Gene’s brother, LaVern, and his wife, Judy, in the Village Creek area raising crops, dairy and beef cows. Gene was ahead of the times in soil preservation, land conservation and agricultural technology.

Vicky Jo Wolfe, 62, of Waukon passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at the Veterans Memorial Hospital Emergency Room in Waukon. Services were held Monday, May 20 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Oelwein. Interment was in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens at Hazleton.

Vicky was born November 16, 1956 in Oelwein, the daughter of Clifford and Charleen “Chuckie” (Jensen) Fox. She graduated from Oelwein High School with the Class of 1975. She was married to David Wolfe December 20, 1986 in Cedar Rapids and they were later divorced.

Vicky was a librarian for the East Elementary School in Waukon. When she wasn’t enjoying her students at school, she enjoyed working in the yard, kayaking, the Denver Broncos and Iowa Hawkeyes, and a nice cold one with friends and family by the camp fire. But her greatest love was her son, Jordan, who she was so proud of, along with her family. They all meant the world to her. Vicky definitely leaves a void in this world with her passing.

Maggie L. Kruse, 74, of Eitzen, MN died Friday, May 17, 2019 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 22 at 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s Church in Eitzen, MN with Pastor Michael McCann officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at Martin Funeral Home in Waukon and one hour before services at the church Wednesday.

Margaret Lucille Kruse was born November 5, 1944 in Waukon, the daughter of John and Alice (Sanderson) Herman. She was baptized at Old West Paint Creek Lutheran Church in rural Waukon and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Waukon. Maggie attended Makee Country School in rural Waukon and graduated from Waukon High School in 1962. Maggie grew up just north of Waukon where Green Valley Getaway is today.

Celia D. Garrett, 79, of Lansing passed away Friday, May 17, 2019. Memorial services will be held Thursday, May 23 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lansing, with Fr. John Moser officiating. Inurnment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Lansing. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at Martin Funeral Home in Waukon, where there will be a 3:30 p.m. scripture service, as well as for one hour before the service at the church Thursday.

Celia Darlene Garrett was born November 15, 1939 in Waukon, the daughter of Otto John and Selina Clarinda (Megorden) Sander. She grew up on the family farm and graduated from Waukon High School. November 23, 1957 she married Francis Jesse Garrett.

After a few years, Celia and Francis embarked on a 40-year entrepreneurship business in real estate and construction that is still a thriving family business today.

Carol Leone Quam, age 76, of Decorah died peacefully May 14, 2019 surrounded by her family at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, May 18 at the St. Benedict Catholic Church in Decorah with Rev. Donald Hertges presiding. Burial was in the St. Benedict Cemetery.

Carol was born July 1, 1942, the daughter of Joseph and Adeline (Waller) McCormick, in Waukon. Carol attended and graduated from Decorah High School in 1960.

Carol was united in marriage to Carsten Quam at St. Benedict Catholic Church October 8, 1960. She was the proud mother of three children, Michael, Theresa and Brenda.

Carol worked at DECO Products for 49 years. She was a member of St. Benedict’s Catholic Church and was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. When she wasn’t working she enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Family was the most important thing to Carol.

The 22nd annual “Family Wellness Fair” was held Wednesday, May 8 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. Over 220 individuals attended the wellness fair despite the very wet and cold evening. Those in attendance had the opportunity to enjoy the information and activities provided by over 45 agencies and businesses that serve Allamakee and northern Clayton counties.

Entertainment for the evening included special appearances by “Klyde Thinger” the Clown, plus the “Hidden in Plain Sight” drug exhibit from Clayton County which emulates a teenager’s bedroom with over 50 different drug indicators, indicating drug use or support of drug use.

Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon will be hosting the annual Safety Day Camp for children ages six to 14 Thursday, June 13 at the Allamakee Fairgrounds in Waukon from 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. The camp is open to all children in the area. It is a true safety camp that instructs many areas of safety that are involved in every child’s life.

Children often see the outdoors as an exciting playground - providing endless hours of fun and adventure. But the great outdoors can set the stage for tragedy. That is why this Safety Camp was established by Veterans Memorial Hospital and  Allamakee Count ISU Extension 19 years ago.