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John Kipp, IST	PGMP, Verna Funke	SSG. Joseph James	Bob Steuer
State Aux Sister Dorothy Lasley	PGO/PSP Carol Simpson		PSP Leva Franker
State Sister Dorothy Lasley	John McDowall	Dee Thomas	Karen Jacobsen
Janel Miller	Bessie Janda	Patti Selk	PSP Roger Burns
Ron Middleton, PWP#3763	PWP Gene (Weiner / Elvis) Moriarity	Dan Bouressa	PSMP Miriam Spinks

7/29/2010

Buck Carson, Husband of PSMP & PWCRP Georgia Carson

Birth date: March 18, 1925 - Death date: July 27, 2010

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Lowell Dean "Buck" Carson, son of Olin Floyd Carson and Lena Clarice (Powell) Carson was born March 18, 1925 in Clarke County, Iowa and passed from this life Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at Legacy Lodge Hospice in Chariton, Iowa at 85 years of age.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at Kale Funeral Home in Osceola

Interment will follow in the Maple Hill Cemetery in Osceola, Iowa.

Address for the Carson Family:

Georgia Carson

1519 305th Ave

Osceola, IA 50213

6/27/2010

Larry Simpson had a Heart Cath done Friday. They found a stint that was put in a few years ago had not inflated all the way. The Dr. put a balloon in to fix problem, then inserted a smaller one to fix the problem. He had 30 percent less pressure in his legs than Heart. Everything should be fine for now.
Carol

4/19/2010

Alma Matthews, Past State Officer, and Past President and Past Secretary of Cedar Rapids Aux. #2272 passed Away on Thursday, Apr. 14, 2010 and I am sure her family would appreciate cards from anyone who knew Alma.

She was in a care center and her eyesight had failed but she still loved to talk about the Eagles. Visitation will be 1 hour before the service at Cedar Memorial West (was Turner’s West) on 1^st Ave. SW. The service is Saturday, Apr. 17^th at 1:30 PM.

Cards may be sent to:

Lyle & Pat Matthews

632 Nilsen Rd. NE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

2/9/2010

Have a couple of members from the SW corner of the state that are ill and would appreciate cards.

Shenandoah Aux President Mae Bain is undergoing chemo treatments and according to her Shenandoah sisters, isn't doing very well. Cards may be sent to her at:

   Mae Bain

   111 Clay St

   Farragut, IA 51639

Also, long time Aux member from Red Oak, Ada Bergren, is in the hospital and would appreciate hearing from her Eagle friends. Ada, 94, just recently found out she has cervical cancer. Cards may be sent to her home address as:

     Ada Bergren

     403 N Highland Av

Red Oak, IA 51566

I don't know any details.....but I'm sure he would appreciate cards.....

Genesis West Hospital

% John Kipp - Room #5011

1401 W. Central Park Ave.

Davenport, Ia. 52804

1/15/2010

Mary Ann Titus, PSO from Muscatine lost her brother early this morning from a brain stroke.

Sympathy cards can be sent to her at 157 Sherman St. Muscatine, IA 52761

12/24/2009

Gary Clear had a rollover accident over by Malvern this morning on his way to work. He is in Creighton Medical Center in Omaha. He has at least one broken vertebrae but no paralysis, thank God. He is a member of Red Oak Aerie 2715 and just returned from Iraq the end of October. He is Goldie Adams's former son-in-law and lives in Red Oak. Cards may be sent to: Gary Clear   606 E Joy St. Red Oak, IA 51566.
     Thanks in advance,
    Goldie
12/13/2009

We received word today that one of our Aerie past presidents has passed away. PWP Galen Doll recently retired and had moved to Arizona. At this time, services are still pending.

     Galen's son, Bryan, is stationed in Guam at the present time, so we ask anyone who may want to send sympathy cards to the family to please send them in care of Bryan's mother-in-law who lives in Red Oak and she will pass them on.

     Sympathy cards may be sent to:

           Bryan & Susan Doll

           c/o Phyllis Biggs

           1909 Bluegrass Rd

           Red Oak, IA 51566

    On behalf of the family, thank you in advance

Kim

12/13/2009

Louise (Ma) Baker passed away on Wednesday. She had been an Eagle member for over 50 years and was inducted in the hall of fame. She celebrated her 100th birthday in May. Cards may be sent to her family in care of;

Robert Baker

832 West 2nd

Davenport, IA 52802

also, Wilma Schick has been down with a painful hip, put on prednisone and will need to have x-rays. Cards may be sent to Wilma at:

Wilma Schick

2005 N Linwood Ave

Davenport, IA. 52804

12/11/2009

Jake Roush's brother passed away recently and I know he would appreciate hearing from his Eagle family.

Cards may be sent to:

Jerry (Jake) and Barb Roush

9354 74th St

Ottumwa, IA 52501

12/2/2009

PSMP Leva Franker

Per the Warner Funeral Home website:

SERVICES
Funeral Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, December 4, at Warner Chapel in Spencer.

VISITATION
Visitation will be open after 1:00 P.M., Thursday, December 3, with family present from 6-8 P.M. at Warner Chapel in Spencer 225 West 3rd Street • Spencer, IA 51301 • 712-262-3640 • Fax 712-262-1618

12/1/2009

PSMP Leva Franker passed away this morning. Services are pending at the Warner Funeral Home in Spencer. I will send out more details as they become available. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

11/27/2009

Graveside services for Auxiliary Sister Dorothy Lasley of Red Oak will be at 2 pm Wednesday, Dec 2, at Evergreen Cemetery in Red Oak with Red Oak Auxiliary #2715 doing the ceremony at the grave.

Following the committal service, there will be a visitation/luncheon at the Aerie home where the Auxiliary will drape the charter in Dorothy's memory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family. Cards may be sent to the Lasley family in care of Ruth Owens, 303 Prospect St, Stanton, IA 51573.

Kim Haidsiak SMP

11/27/2009

State Aux Sister Dorothy Lasley of Red Oak passed away early Friday morning, Nov 27. Services are pending at this time and more information will be provided once arrangements have been made. Dorothy also was a recipient of the Woman of the Year Award presented at the convention last June in Burlington.

Kim Haidsiak SMP

11/25/2009

I just received word that Lisa Miller, Dubuque, is in the Findley Hospital in Dubuque. She has an infection and needs IV anitbiotics. Cards may be sent to her at:

Lisa Miller

2651 Owen #41

Dubuque, IA 52002

Also, I do not have any information on where Leva is in the hospital. If I hear anything, I will let everyone know.

I have received word that Leva Franker has fell and broke her hip. She is in ICU and not doing to well right now. Please keep Leva in your prayers.

PSP Sheryl Cook is in Mercy Hospital in Iowa City following emergency surgery. She is doing well but expected to be there until Monday. Cards may be sent to her at:

Sheryl Cook

Mercy Hospital

500 E Market St

3West--Room 31

Iowa City, IA 52240

10/28/2009

Janel Miller is the Madam Chaplain of the Cedar Rapids Auxiliary. She is a member of the Drill & Ritual team, Membership chairman, our bulletin editor and one of our kitchen chairmen.

She was hospitalized on Oct 2 with congestion and a bad cough. Blood work done at that time, determined that she had a heart attack. They found the most severe damage was to the lower portion of her heart. She was released from St Lukes hospital a week later.

She had further testing done in Iowa City over the past several weeks and it was determined that she needed surgery. The Dr's in Iowa City told her that the damage to her heart was caused from her diabetes. Janel is 41 years old and diagnosed with diabetes 15 years ago and she went on insulin 5 years ago. This is just another reason the Eagle's need to support the Diabetes Research Center!

Janel had triple by-pass surgery yesterday in Iowa City and everything went well. The Dr's are already seeing some blood flower returning to the lower part of heart. She will be in Iowa City for at least 7 days and then recuperating at her mother's. She won't be able to drive for 6-8 weeks. I'm sure that she would appreciate some cheering up! Please keep Janel in your thoughts and prayers.

Please send cards to:

Janel Miller

c/o Mickey & George Betz

314 Knox Street SW

Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404

Cedar Rapids will also be hosting a benefit for Janel on Sat, Nov 28 beginning at 1pm. After being laid-off for almost a year, she just got back to work and was just starting to get back on her feet when she got sick. Janel has no insurance and now has no income. We want to help her with living expenses and her additional medical expenses.

Thanks so much!

Debbie Gilson

MP Cedar Rapids Auxiliary 2272

10/21/2009

Just a note to let everyone know that Darwin is home but having a little trouble resting. Please keep the cards coming, but we need to limit phone calls for the time being. Once again, I will try and keep everyone updated as I receive information. Cards may be sent to.......

751 Sports Complex Rd.

Albia, IA 52531

10/16/2009

Good Morning Everyone! Just thought I'd let everyone know that Darwin's surgery is over and he did fine. He is in moderate pain right now but no other complications developed over night. I will keep you posted on any more updates, YOU keep the prayers coming!!!

Shelley

Aux State Mother Nellie Morehead - birthday is Nov 1

Aux State Sister Dorothy Lasley - birthday is Oct 13

Aux State Sister Jo Vavra - birthday is Nov 13

Aux State Brother Gary Biggs - birthday is Oct 27

Aux State Brother Russ Bickle - birthday is Dec 15

Nellie Morehead Gary Biggs

1008 S Prospect Dr #61 1909 Bluegrass Rd

Toledo, IA 52342 Red Oak, IA 51566

Russ Bickle Jo Vavra

280 W 17th St #27 403 N East St

Dubuque, IA 52001 Toledo, IA 52342

Dorothy Lasley

111 S 5th St

Red Oak, IA 51566

10/10/2009

PWP Wayne (Sonny) Jensen from Atlantic #3763. Was hospitalized at the VA in Omaha on Thursday Oct. 8 for chest pains. Cards can be sent to home at 307 Hazel Atlantic, Ia. 50022

Wife: Barbara Jensen IA State Officer

9/26/2009

Des Moines has lost a very good long time member and officer Mike Stafford he passed away suddenly on Sept 25,2009 at the age of 50yrs old. Mike had held several offices and his current office was Chaplin

Memorial Services will be Sunday Oct 4, 2009 at 12pm at Des Moines Eagles 109
6567 Bloomfield Rd
Des Moines, IA 50321

Thank you.

Marie Grove

9/25/2009

    State Sister Dorothy Lasley of Red Oak has been in the hospital for a couple of weeks now and will probably be there for quite a while yet. She has undergone at least 4 surgeries in the last two months in trying to correct some of her problems. She has now been diagnosed with MRSA Infection.
     Cards may be sent to her at:
                       Dorothy Lasley
                       111 S 5th St
                       Red Oak, IA 51566
     Or, anyone who is going to Ft Dodge for Western Zone this weekend, if you have a card you'd like us to deliver to her, please bring it with you and those of us from Red Oak will see she gets it. Thanks, Kim Haidsiak

9/24/2009

I received a call from Darwin and he told me that his surgery was cancelled due to him being a very high risk. He will return to have a cardiac workup done and they rescheduled his surgery. I'll keep everyone updated as I know anything!

Shelley

9/17/2009

Dear Eagle Family,

I was recently hospitalized in Iowa City (9/08-9/11) with severe complications and testing. I have been told there is a very large mass on the left kidney. This has caused a massive loss of blood and delayed the function of the kidney. I have been informed that approximately 95% of these are cancer however, this is inconclusive until further testing is done. Regardless, I am scheduled for surgery on the 24th of this month to have the mass and entire kidney removed. It was my decision not to share this with you until I had more facts but, we all know how the eagle family is when the rumor mill starts to grind (ha, ha!). So I figured it best that you get this from the horses mouth so to speak. Although there is pain in the kidney area and I am tired from the low blood count I am getting along fine here at home. There will be an update on me when surgery is over so your current on things. I feel fortunate and blessed I'm a part of you all. If you feel there's something you want to do? Say a prayer, I'm gonna need it!!

Thank You All and God Bless,

Darwin (Big D) Thomas, Ia PSP

Cards may be sent to:
Darwin Thomas
751 Sports Complex Rd.
Albia, IA 52531-8799

9/13/2009

Past State Officer, Peg Dulac has been sick for several months and there is nothing more that can be done for her. She will be moved to a hospice room on Monday. Please think of Peg by sending cards to.......

Peg Dulac

1303 S. 2nd

Oskaloosa, IA 52577

9/11/2009

Atlantic Auxiliary #3736
Juanita Turner 27 year member and past president passed away 9/11.
Cards can be sent to her daughter and family.

Barry and Judy Wright
706 Elm Street
Atlantic, IA 50022

8/2/2009

Terry Kipp was taken to Grinnell Emergency room for severe chest pains this morning. He was taken by ambulance to Davenport Hospital where he was treated for Arterial fibulation. Since this is the 3rd time this has happened within a year, they are to see his heart doctor in 2 weeks and they are thinking this may be treated with a laser procedure. He is resting at home right now, and all is well. I will keep everyone informed as I know more, but at any rate, let's keep Terry and Katie in our thoughts and prayers.

Terry Kipp

PO Box 457

New Windsor, IL 61465

7/23/2009

Just received word that Dan Bouressa passed away a short while ago. I will send out more news as I get it.

7/21/2009

Dan Bouressa will be transferred to West Point Care Center tomorrow morning. He will be there till the end. They are to keep him as comfortable as possible. I will be sitting with him till the end. He does get lovey once in a while, but get very irritated the next.

Just heard from someone else the docs are giving him 4-10 days. He can’t talk..had a stroke and then leg removed….Kidneys shutting down..just not a good situation at all. Pat is a Past State Officer.

7/20/2009

I just learned yesterday that PSMP Miriam Spinks fell. I felt that several people would like to know this and maybe she would like hearing from everyone. So would you pass this along.

Miriam Spinks

1405 Albia Rd #11

Ottumwa, IA 52501

Thanks
Faye

Just to let you know Miriam Spinks did fall last week, but she didn't break her hip. She thought Wednesday night that she had broken her nose, but I don't think she did. She was just pretty bruised up. Anyway she could still use some cards to cheer her up. Thanks,

Lisa Zook

7/21/2009

This is an update on Miriam Spinks. Yes she did fall but did not break her hip. Miriam is fine and is at home doing what she wants. I called her as soon as I heard this. She did hurt her back when she fell abut did not break anything.

Thanks

Diane Anderson

7/7/2009

I would like to take this time to update everyone on Dan Bouressa's condition. As of this morning Pat called me to let me know the bad news about Dan. He has gangrene in his left foot and ankle, so the doctors are going to amputate his leg. He is getting physiological help and they still have to get rid of a lot of fluid that he is retaining. She thought that they would probably do the surgery Wednesday sometime, and if anyone would like to send cards she ask that they be sent to their home address:

507 Iowa Joe, Apt. 1,

West Point Iowa 52656

Please keep them in your prayers, not only Dan but Pat also.

Thank you

Faye

6/13/2009

Dubuque Aerie #568 and all Iowa Eagles have lost a very valuable sister. Ardie Schick passed away this morning after her long battle with cancer. Dubuque Aerie will miss her so much!

As soon as we get the arrangements, I'll let you all know.

May she forever be "Where Eagles Fly"!

Rick Tittle

6/7/2009

Janice Heston recently underwent out patient surgery and is recuperating at home. Get well wishes can be sent to Janice at: 2175 Kendall, Woodburn, IA

6/6/2009

Dubuque Aerie #568 PWP Gene (Weiner / Elvis) Moriarity has suffered a heart attack during the night. He is currently in ICU at Dubuque's Mercy Hospital where they did surgery to put stents in. He was near 100% blockage. Brother Gene has just finished his year as Dubuque Aerie President (2008-2009). Like always, no one saw this one coming. I'll let you know if I hear more.

You can e-mail well wishes it Gene here at the club at foe568@mchsi.com and I'll see to it that Gene gets them.

Thank You!

Rick Tittle Sr.

5/27/2009

Ron Middleton, PWP Atlantic #3763

RON D. MIDDLETON, 65, of Atlantic, died Saturday, May 23rd, at his home. A gathering in his memory will be held beginning 5-p.m. Saturday, May 30th, at the Eagles Lodge #3763 @ 307 Walnut Street in Atlantic. Hockenberry Family Care in Atlantic has the arrangements.

4/10/2009

John Kipp is recovering from angioplasty in Rock Island Hospital. He had 3 stints put in and will be given medication to dissolve more blockages. He did suffer a heart attack, and they think that this is some of the cause for his fluid retention. He is doing fine, and wishes can be sent to him at:

John Kipp

5027 Dittmer St

Davenport, IA 52806

1/13/2009

PSP Roger Burns (Click here)

1/9/2009

Patti Selk from Grinnell Auxiliary 2545 just returned from a 10 day vacation to see family and is now in Des Moines hospital. She had surgery last night for a hole in her stomach and now has a drain tube in her nose & stomach. At this time, she cannot even have ice chips. She has had some problems the last couple of months & dropping some weight. When we had State Convention here in 2006 she was one of the heads for all the food for. We all love her dearly and hope for the best.

Anyone wanting to send her a get well card, I am sure she would appreciate it. Her address is: Patti Selk, 3291 35th St., Grinnell, Ia. 50112

Thank You,

Dorothy Ellis, Auxiliary Sec.

1/4/2009

Bessie Janda, a long time member of out Auxiliary, Drill team member and Ritual team member has fallen and is desperately in need of cards, visitors and/or anything that could be done to contact her. She will be in the Center for at least a month:

Bessie Janda
Manor Care Health Services
Room 209
1940 1st Ave. NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402

Per her daughter, Bessie wants visitors. She is supposed to get a phone within the next week. I will let you all know the number when I receive it.

Anyone who knows Bessie, will know how much she means to our Aux. and what a dedicated person she is. We all love her.

Betty Langton
C R Aux 2272

11/26/2008

Kelly Swancutt up-date:

They have taken the heart pump off Kelly, yesterday morning. If all goes well, they will take the respirator off, and the tube out so he can breathe on his own.

His heart is up to 30% functioning now.

The medical staff is still watching him closely as they make the different changes in his treatment. His vitals have been coming closer to normal.

Thank you for your prayers, and please, keep praying, they are so helpful.

Pat Eaton, Ass't to Aerie 2273 Secretary of Spencer

11/24/2008

Kelly Swancutt is in the Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota.

On November 14th, he was put in the hospital with what was thought to be a heart attack.

He was then transferred to South Dakota. His liver and kidneys shut down and he was given a 10% chance to live. Since then, it has been determined he had some sort of bacterial infection that cause his vital organs to shut down. His liver and kidneys have come back, but his heart is at 20%. He is in critical condition.

Kelly has been in the Eagle's many years, served a president and even an office at state level. Please, keep Kelly in your prayers.

Cards can be sent to:

Kelly Swancutt

Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota

4500 W. 69th Street

Room #253

Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Fraternally,

Pat Eaton, Ass't to Secretary Ted Jafvert, Spencer #2273

11/13/2008

Memorial Services for Angel Verploegh will be 4:00 PM Sunday, November 16th at the Bates Funeral Home, 114 South 7th St. Oskaloosa. Family Visitation will be at 3:00. They have requested memorials be made to the Robert Hansen Diabetes Fund or to the Family. Once again, cards may be sent to the family at:

Doug and DJ Verploegh

C/O Willie Verploegh

2152 230th Street

Oskaloosa, IA 52577

Once again, I have sad news to pass on. Angel Verploegh, Willie and Donna's daughter-in-law, passed away last night. I don't know any of the details right now but please keep the Verploegh family in your thoughts and prayers. I will send on information as I receive it. Cards may be sent to the family to.....

Doug and DJ Verploegh

C/O Willie Verploegh

2152 230th Street

Oskaloosa, IA 52577

11/6/2008

You may need to "Copy" & "Paste" into your Browser:

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Services for Sara Freeman will be held at the Morningside Lutheran Church, 700 S. Martha St. Sioux City, Monday November 10, 2008 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be Sunday, November 9, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Christy-Smith Morningside Chapel, 1801 Morningside Ave, Sioux City. Once again, cards may be sent to the family in care of:

Keith and Karen Newman

1829 Whitehouse Street

Sioux City, Iowa 51106

There is no good way to pass on that Sara Freeman, Keith and Karen Newman's daughter who was about 10 weeks from delivery, passed away last night along with her baby. I don't know any details right now, but please keep the Newman Family in your thoughts and prayers. I will send out more information as I receive it. Cards may be sent to:

Keith and Karen Newman

1829 Whitehouse Street

Sioux City, Iowa 51106

10/29/2008

BLANCHE WARDLOW
   MUSCATINE, Iowa – Blanche I. Wardlow, 100, formerly of 3305 Grandview Avenue, died Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at Lutheran Homes.
   Graveside service will be 11 a.m. on Monday, November 3, 2008, at the Memorial Park Cemetery.  Reverend Kimberly Bowles of the Island United Methodist Church will officiate.
   The Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  Memorials may be made to the Island United Methodist Church or the Lutheran Homes.
   Blanche was born on December 3, 1907, in Highland Township near Washington, the daughter of Chester P. and Ella May Gilbert Fish.  She married Verne C. Wardlow on July 15, 1943.  He preceded her in death.
   She has been a resident of Muscatine since 1922.  She owned and operated her own hair salon since 1932.
   She was a member of the Island United Methodist Church along with the UMW and ICC.  She was also a member of the Women of the Moose, the Eagles Lodge, the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. in Buffalo, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion.
   She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
   She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, and three sisters.

http://www.wittichfuneralhome.com/journal.htm

Link above to sign memorial book if you so choose.

Just received word that Blanche Wardlow passed away this morning. As you all remember she was 100 yrs old last December 2^nd! Mary Ann believes that Blanche didn’t want any services, but if I hear otherwise, I will be sure to let everyone know. I know she is survived by a couple nieces and her church family at Island Methodist Church.

She loved the Eagles and loved to travel and play cards. She was a character in many senses of the word and will truly be missed.

Cindy S. Brinson

10/20/2008

Visitation for Helen I Fillmore will be Tuesday nite at Lunning Chapel from 6- to 8 p.m. This is just down the street from the club. Services will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church which is located at 1221 Park Ave. on the south side of town. Lunch will follow at the Eagles with burial at Brighton later in the day. Thanks Marilyn
http://www.lunningfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/FillmoreHelen101908.html

10/19/2008

Received news over the weekend that Carol Simpson is in the Hospital with pneumonia.

Please send cards to:
Carol Simpson

2002 5^th Ave.

Co. Bluffs, IA   51501

Carol was in Spencer last wknd reinstituting the auxiliary and came home falling ill midweek.   I’m sure cards will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Cindy

9/9/2008

Please continue to pray and send cards to Helen (address below)    As you may remember, Helen was admitted to the hospital for tests.   The tests resulted in surgery for what appears to be colon cancer.   She will be returning to her home today or very soon.

I’m sure she would love to see tons of cards from people across the state!

Helen I Fillmore

1806 Olive St

Burlington, IA 52601-1450

(319) 754-4464

9/1/2008

Bill,

Would you do us the service of getting this update out to everyone.

Joe is doing fine. He has had his right prosthesis for a couple of months now and is getting along fine. He was casted for his left one 3 weeks ago, but haven't heard if he has it yet.

   Anyone still wishing to send cards may now send then directly to him. His address is

SSG. Joseph James

PO Box 201536

San Antonio, TX

             78220-9998

He said he will come to Iowa to visit as soon as he is able to. We will keep everyone posted. He wants to be able to thank as many people as possible in person. As everyones thoughts and prayers were very much appreciated.

                                                                                           Thank You,

                                                                                            P.W.P. Ric Adams

                                                                                            Sally Adams

8/4/2008

HELLO EVERYONE,

I AM HOME AND KIDNEY STONE FREE NOW FROM WHAT THEY TELL ME. IN THE HOSPITAL SINCE SATURDAY I FINALLY PASSED STONES THIS MORNING AT 6:00 AM. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME IN OVER A YEAR THEY WERE CAUGHT AND TESTED. BEFORE 7:00 AM THEY DID A SCAN AND IT CAME BACK THAT THEY WERE ALL GONE!! THE TEST SHOWED THE STONE'S WERE MADE OF URIC ACID. NOW KNOWING WHAT BROUGHT THEM ON WILL HELP AVOID THEM IN THE FUTURE. THIS MAKES 5 HOSPITAL STAYS IN THE PAST TWO MONTHS. HOPEFULLY ALL IS WELL NOW AND I'LL SEE YOU ALL ON THE EAGLE TRAIL. AND I WILL SEE THOSE OF YOU ATTENDING THE NATIONAL IN KENTUCKY!! THANK YOU FOR THE CALLS AND PRAYERS!

GOD BLESS,

BIG D

8/4/2008

PSP Terry Kipp

After attending the State Golf Tournament, Terry was taken to the hospital with 'chest discomfort'. I just got a call from Katie and she said they have found Terry has blood clots in his lung. They are treating him with medicine, and when released, he is to see his personal physician. They will not be attending National Convention in Louisville. Thinking of you's may be sent to him at home:
Terry Kipp

P.O. Box 457

New Windsor, Illinois   61465

8/3/2008

Darwin Thomas is back in the Albia hospital with Kidney stones. He is having some tests done and be there for a couple of days.

Cards may be sent to:

Darwin Thomas

PO Box 112

Albia, Iowa 52531

He's in Room #111

Ph. 641 932-1771

7/24/2008

Tonight after helping in the kitchen prior to the start of Bingo Rose Morrissey was very tired all of a sudden and sat down a couple of times. Shortly after Bingo started she started hurting in her shoulder and her sister took her to the Emergency room in Muscatine. There they confirmed she was having a heart attack and was transferred by ambulance to Davenport. Say a prayer and hope she will be ok and have a speedy recovery.

FYI….Rose is a past Three Rivers District President and Past Eastern Zone President too! She is very active in our aux attends all the meetings and bingo too. I will let you know more when I hear it.

Her address is:

Rose Morrissey

1021 Iowa Ave.

Muscatine, IA 52761

Thanks, Cindy

7/14/2008

Could you put this out as there are many people throughout Eagledom who probably remember Golda Bills. Golda passed away yesterday, July 13, at the age of 98. She was one of our charter members, was a past president of our auxiliary and had been secretary for a number of years. Her husband, Dallas Bills, had been a long-time secretary for Red Oak Aerie and also had been a Past State President. Golda's daughter Lois Funkhouser is the current auxiliary president of Shenandoah Auxiliary.

Sympathy cards can be sent either of her daughters at the following addresses:

Doris Johnson

401 E Nuckols St

Red Oak, IA 51566

Lois Funkhouser

806 9th Av

Shenandoah, IA 51601

Golda's Obit: http://66.34.1.62:80/2715/goldabill.htm

7/13/2008

HI EVERYONE,

THANKS FOR THE CALLS AND EMAILS! I AM HOME NOW ON ANTIBIOTICS FOR THE LEG AND DOING MUCH BETTER. ALL BLOOD WORK CAME BACK VERY GOOD WITH NO SIGNS OF DIABETES WHAT SO EVER!! PHLEBITIS IN THE LEGS MAKES IT EASY FOR AN INFECTION OF ANY KIND THOUGH. NEED TO GO FOR STRESS TEST ON THE 25TH TO CHECK FLAWS IN THE HEART. HECK I WAS JUST HAPPY THEY TOLD ME I HAD ONE!! LOL! MY PLANS ARE TO SEE YOU ALL IN KENTUCKY SOON!!

GOD BLESS YOU ALL,

BIG D

7/10/2008

Just to let everyone know that Darwin is in the hospital. He has an infection in his right leg. Test showed no blood clot.

Anyway, his address is...............

Darwin Thomas

P O Box 112

Albia, Iowa

Hospital room number is 117 and his phone direct to his room is 641-932-1781.

7/9/2008

John McDowall WP of Red Oak 2715 was released late Tuesday from the hospital. Lung biopsy showed that the growth was not cancer. Two angioplasty and one stint in his heart to repair a medium sized artery that was blocked 80%-90% and a large artery that was blocked 70%. The blood clot in the lung is dissolved. He is at home- weak but resting and expecting a full recovery. Says a big thank-you for the cards , thoughts & prayers. Hopes to be released to go back to full activity and work in 4 weeks.

7/7/2008

Dubuque Aerie #568 Worthy Vice President Wayne Kramer had a stroke yesterday. They are air lifting him from Dubuque to the University of Iowa Hospital this morning. Please keep Brother Wayne in your prayers.

Rick Tittle Sr.

Dubuque Aerie #568

7/2/2008

Red Oaks Aerie President is in the Hospital in Omaha. He's in Immanuel Medical Center we don't know for how long yet. He has some heart damage, a small blood clot in his lung and a nodule in the lower lung that is cancer. He will be having more tests this morning and again on Thursday. Will let you know more when I get more info. Cards can be sent to us at home and I will take them to him.

John McDowall

1214 E. Hammond St.

Red Oak, Iowa 51566

6/14/2008

Verna Funke, PGMP didn't show for Ritual practice Thursday night. She called to say her back hurt but couldn't recall that anything had happened and was going to the Doctor the next day. Well, it seems she was sorting some clothes and when she bent over to place the box on the floor she slipped and fell against the chair.

She was transported to the Marshalltown hospital on Friday and they found she has bi-lateral pelvic fractures; fluid on the lungs; urinary infection and with all that a cold. She is on morphine for her pain. How long she will be in the hospital is not known but cards can be mailed to her home and the family will see that she receives them. Her address is: 104 N Green St., Toledo, Iowa 52342. Will keep all updated on Verna's recovery. -Milllie

6/5/2008

John Kipp, Iowa State Aerie Trustee was admitted to Iowa City Hospital on Monday the 2^nd of June with what is thought to be congestive heart failure or kidney problems as he is retaining a lot of fluids. He had gone from approximately 215 to 265 pounds and the doctors in Davenport were concerned over these two diagnosis’ and preferred to have him admitted. At this time they are trying to keep him hospitalized to remove some of the fluids.

If you wish to send him a card, please send to the Eagles Club in Davenport-4401 W. Locust St; Davenport, 52804

5/9/2008

Please put this out to everyone that Goldie Adams was admitted into the hospital here in Red Oak today. Although she is in ICU at present, she hopes to get out tomorrow (Friday). Not sure what's wrong, other than her blood pressure was messed up.

I'm sure she'd appreciate hearing from all. Cards can be sent to her at:

Goldie Adams

300 W Coolbaugh St

Red Oak, IA 51566

5/2/2008

Just learned that PMP Margery Fiebelkorn from Cedar Rapids passed away this morning at 5:45 AM. She has been fighting Cancer as many of you know, for the last year or so. At this time all we know is that visitation will be Monday evening and The Funeral will be on Tuesday at King of Kings Lutheran Church at 2:00 PM. I will get you more information as it becomes Available.

Cards can be sent to the family in care of

Margaret Hartkemeyer

120 Gypsy Ln.

Robins, IA 52328

Thanks, Cindy Balsanek

4/30/2008

Here is a update on Bob Steuer. He still is in Mercy Health Center in Dubuque. He is holding his own at this time. They have been monitoring his heart for a congestive heart and doing rehabilitation for the stroke. Like I said, he's hanging in there.

He has received your cards and PLEASE keep'em coming.

Fraternally Yours

Rick Tittle Sr.

Dubuque IA Aerie #568

Bob Steuer

1265 Madera

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

4/28/2008

Our Eagle Sister Karen Jacobsen is at home recuperating from surgery on her leg and will be home bound for a couple weeks until stitches come out. Know she will appreciate any & all cards sent to her from her Eagle Family. All tests came back good & no further treatments are needed. Thank God!

Dorothy Andersen

Karen Jacobsen

302 Beacon Street

Missouri Valley, Iowa 51555

4/28/2008

Winds blew in Tama Friday night as we all gathered for the Eastern Zone conference. They blew so hard they toppled PSP Leva Franker over as she was getting out of the car and after checking her out in Grinnel, they transferred her to Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, where she was treated for a broken hip. She had partial hip replacement surgery on Saturday morning. She will be in the hospital the remainder of this week and will be transferred to a rehab facility.

Cards can be sent to her at:

Leva Franker,

Rm. 467

Iowa Methodist Hospital

1200 Pleasant St.

Des Moines, IA 50309

4/26/2008

Just wanted to let everyone know that Bob Steuer of Dubuque Aerie #568 had a stroke last night. He is at Mercy Health Center in Dubuque.

He is alert and we will update you as we know more.

Cards can be sent to:

Bob Steuer

1265 Madera

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

Rick Tittle Sr.

Dubuque Aerie #568

4/23/2008

PGO/PSP Carol Simpson is in the hospital. What she thought was allergies worsened into Pneumonia; she was admitted to the hospital on Monday Evening around 12:30 PM. She continues to be on IV meds with no mention of going home yet. She sounded horrible and will not be attending the eastern zone convention this wknd in Tama.

Cards can be sent to her at home…….

Carol Simpson

2002 5^th Ave.

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

3/30/2008

PMP Dorothy Lasley

Our Past Madam President recently had surgery. She's just returned home after at least two surgeries within a week's time, but will be down for a while. I'm sure she would appreciate getting cards from Eagles throughout the state. Thanks in advance,

Kim

Dorothy Lasley

104 E Hammond St

Red Oak, IA 51566

3/25/2008

Des Moines Aerie # 109 Trustee Tom Clark passed away on Wednesday March 19th. A celebration of life will be held on Friday March 28th at 3:00pm at the Aerie.

Thomas Clark

2406 SE 8th St Ct

Des Moines, IA 50315

3/25/2008

Bonnie Mitchell had surgery on Monday and is doing fine. She is expected to be in the hospital for a few days. I'm sure that she would appreciate hearing from friends.

Bonnie Mitchell

Mercy Hosptial

801 5th Street

Sioux City, IA 51101

Or her home is:

Bonnie Mitchell

2201 Gibson Street #805

Sioux City, IA 51106

3/22/2008

Past Iowa State Madam President, Past Madam President of Dubuque Auxiliary Helen V Powers Pasted away on Friday. Services are pending and the funeral will be on Tuesday March 25th. We will keep you informed.

3/10/2008

Health up date on the Langtons, Cedar Rapids

Sorry that I could not have written this sooner, but my computer is upstairs and I was not allowed to climb stairs until a few days ago.

My knee is well, no pain (thank goodness) but I still have therapy to do, the muscles are tight and I have to keep working on them. At least I am walking now without a cane or anything. Yeah.

Lowell (Lee) is doing very well. The past blood tests that he has had, the Dr. is VERY satisfied with. The chemo is doing its job.

Steve is now on dialysis, we keep kidding him that he is "losing his butt" he has lost so much fluid that his weight is going down. He does not have the swelling in his face, neck, arms, legs or feet that he had. He is looking very well. It would be wonderful if they could find a kidney for him, maybe soon.

We want to thank EVERYONE who sent cards, e-mails, phoned or just of us. Your thoughts, prayers and words were wonderful. THANK YOU ALL

Betty, Lowell, & Steve Langton

2/9/2008

Health update:
I (Steve Langton) will be starting dialysis Monday
evening 2/11 and, for now, will be on Monday,
Wednesday and Friday nights.

Mom (Betty Langton) had a knee replacement Wednesday
2/6. She should be coming home sometime this weekend.

Dad (Lowell Langton) started a form of Chemotherapy
Wednesday 2/6.

If you wish to send anything to Mom or Dad the
addresses are as follows:

3500 H avenue NW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
email:
bjlangton@juno.com
rituallee@yahoo.com

2/6/2008

Atlantic Aerie # 3763 has lost another Brother. Gary Pearce, and his long life friend, Linda Adams died in a mobile home fire early on February 3, 2008. I have no addresses for family, but lets keep them in our thoughts and prayers.

Shelley

2/1/2008

Atlantic Aerie #3763 lost Past Worthy President Bill McMullen Monday Jan 21st. Cards can be sent to his wife:

Jeanie McMullen at 53555 Olive Street, Atlantic, Iowa 50022

1/16/2008

Just to let everyone know that Dorothy was released from the hospital yesterday and is recovering at home. Keep the thoughts, prayers, cards, coming!!!

Thanks,

Shelley

1/16/2008

Dee Thomas is also at home and doing well after her leg surgery. She continues to need thoughts, prayers, etc.

Thanks, and as usual, will keep everyone updated!!

Shelley

1/15/2008

Just wanted to let you know that our President Dee Thomas, is supposed to have surgery on her leg. She will be off of the leg for at least a month, (no weight on it at all) she will be just about bedridden.

She is our current President of Aux. 2272, Cedar Rapids.

I am sure that she would appreciate cards and/or prayers.

Dee Thomas
1306 1st St NW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405

11/3/2007

Just wanted to let you all know that Steve Langton, Iowa State Guard, was admitted to the hospital tonight. (at. Nov 3). As many of you know, he has been having trouble with his kidney again, he "caught" a bad cold the past few days, and things did not get better so I took him to the ER in Iowa City. We hope that this is just a precaution and not a rejection. There
will be many tests taken again to find out for sure what is wrong.

He is at Univ. of Iowa Hospital
             Coulton Pavilion Room 784
             Iowa City, Iowa 52240 (sorry I do not know the exact zip)

He has been staying with us: If you want to send a card, you can use our address:
         Steve Langton
         3500 H Ave NW
         Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405

   His e-mail address is:   sdlangto@yahoo.com
In the past he has been very thankful for the wonderful friends who are concerned about him, and I KNOW now he is even more thankful now. I will try to keep you all informed.

Betty Langton
bjlangton@juno.com

10/30/2007

Just a short message that State Father, PSP, PWCP Wille Verploegh is in the hospital. WIllie went in yesterday and will be expected to be there for a few days for sure. He has a infection in his blood stream. He is in the Oskaloosa Hospital I am very sure that he would love to get some cards.

Have to admit though it is hard to get him to rest, all he talks about is things that have to get done at the Aerie.

WIlie Verpleogh

2152 230th Street

Oskaloosa, IA 52577

9/26/2007

First of all, Western Zone -
Due to work and my latest health issues, I will not be able to attend Western Zone in Sioux City. Sorry, I
really want to be there.

Second, Latest health status -
As some of you know, I have been having very bad headaches for the past several weeks. I went to the
Emergency room last Friday afternoon (9/21) where they gave me a medication through I.V. then admitted me
until Sunday afternoon with additional pill form medications and a lot of probable bad news.

Throughout the next few weeks, at least, I will be having several test done and massive doses of drug. I
will be having blood tests, Ultrasound, Biobsy, etc.

So, in other words, the U of I Transplant office is currently thinking that my latest transplant is now
rejecting. These tests will determine to what extent and how urgent it is.

Thank you for your emails & calls I appreciate them, they really cheer me up.
Further word will come out as things develop.
Steve

9/24/2007

Steve Langton (State Inside Guard) from Cedar Rapids was admitted to the

hospital on Fri. Sept 21.  He has been having bad headaches and the Dr.wants

to have him checked out.  Right now we are not sure how long he will be there.

He is in Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids and expects to be there for 1 or 2 more days.

His e-mail is SteveLangton@yahoo.com.

He is using our mailing address for the time being. (His Atkins address is also good.)

Steve Langton

3500 H Ave NW

Cedar Rapids, Iowa   52405

9/12/2007

Verna came thru the surgery just fine. It was a clean break and they put in plates with lots of screws. The knee which she just had fixed on the same leg was not hurt. Everything went really well and she just may come home in three days but will have to do therapy for six weeks. Cards may be sent to her home address: 104 N Green St., Toledo, Iowa 52342

9/11/2007

Bill,

I talked to LeeAnne, Verna's daughter has informed me that she fell yesterday and broke her leg.

She won't be able to attend WCRC and will have to have surgery again on her knee that she just got fixed.

Get Well cards can be sent to:

Verna Funke, PGMP

Grand Grandmother

104 NORTH GREEN

Toledo, IA 52342

Bill please pass this on for me.

thanks,

Cheri SMOG

8/4/2007 Larry Simpson

JUST TO LET YOU KNOW THAT LARRY HAD A STINT PUT IN THE VASCULAR AREA OF HIS RIGHT LEG. FOUND OUT THAT HIS HAS ANY OTHER BLOCKAGE IN THE OTHER LEG. THE DR. SAID, THAT'S ANOTHER SURGERY. HE WILL BE IN THE HOSPITAL OVER NIGHT. HE WAS IN A LOT OF PAIN WITH HIS BACK AS HE HAS TO LAY STILL FOR A COUPLE OF MORE HOURS. IT TOOK THEM 3 HRS. TO GET HIM A ROOM AFTERWARDS. WHAT A DAY. BUT HIS APPETITE IS GOOD. DON'T KNOW ANYMORE FOR NOW.

LOVE CAROL

Cards to Larry Simpson

2002 5th Ave.

Co. Bluffs, IA 51502