Obituaries
Obituaries for Pauley Jones Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Shirley Irene Knudtson
Jul 28, 2025
Shirley Irene (Dreager) Knudtson
May 16, 1926-July 28,2025
Shirley was born on a farm southwest of Atlantic, Iowa to Lois (Howard) and Leo Dreager. Her father died in a farm accident when Shirley was five years old, so she and her mother moved into Atlantic where Shirley attended school and graduated in the class of 1944 from Atlantic High School. She was...
Lile Ann Petersen
Jul 23, 2025
Full Obituary is Pending...
She is survived by her husband, Richard D. Petersen of Harlan, IA; children, Mark (Deb) Petersen of Harlan, IA, Brian Petersen of Harlan, IA,Tami (Dan) Goetz of Cedar Falls, IA, Jeffery (Cyndi) Petersen of Harlan, IA; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.
Tim D. Conrad
Jul 19, 2025
No Services will be held at this time.
Tim is survived by his long-time companion, Kelli Tolliver of Harlan, IA; daughter, Amanda Hanover of Topeka, KS; 2 grandchildren, Jeremy Hanover and Lauren Pash; twin brother Kim Conrad of Harlan, IA; sisters, Colleen (James) Thompson of Glenwood, IA; Brenda Conrad of Harlan, IA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and...
Dixie DeBlauw
Jul 15, 2025
Dixie Lou (Unger) DeBlauw, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, surrounded by family. Known for her unwavering faith, strong dedication to family, and selfless love for others, Dixie was a woman deeply cherished by all who knew her.
Born on December 30,1945, she was the oldest daughter to Lawrence and Norene (Beller) Unger...
Kenneth Albert Fahn
Jul 8, 2025
Kenneth Albert Fahn, son of Leonard and Alice (Shiltz) Fahn, was born on June 30, 1950 in Defiance, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Harlan, Iowa. Kenneth began his education at St. Michael's Elementary School and went on to graduate from Harlan Community High School with the class of 1968.
Following graduation, Kenneth joined the...
Genevieve Bernice Ballantine
Jul 8, 2025
Genevieve Bernice Wilson was born near Lawton, Iowa. Her parents were Elmer and Bernice Johnson Wilson. She also had a sister Geraldine, who died at the age of two. Genevieve was her father’s shadow. She recalled begging her dad to go out at night to check on a sick horse or spend time with him listening to stories as he...
Dixie Rash
Jul 7, 2025
Dixie Diane Rash was born on March 26, 1959 in Leon, Iowa to Wayne and Myrna (Wheatley) Eckles. Dixie attended Westgate Elementary in Omaha and then graduated from Griswold High School. Her passion for Court Reporting led her to AIB College of Business, where she earned her degree, paving the way for a successful career. From 1994 to 1997, she...
Marvin Wayne Martin
Jul 3, 2025
Marvin W. Martin was born on June 22, 1932 to Francis and Mary (Davis) Martin in Persia, Iowa. He attended school and graduated from Persia High School with the class of 1951.
Marvin found the love of his life when he met Ruby Arlene Peterson. They were united in marriage on July 12, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa. This union was blessed...
Christine Ellen Nash
Jul 1, 2025
Full Obituary is Pending...
Survivors include her grandchildren, Samantha Weilenman and Dakota Nash; siblings, Allen Sanborn and Tauni Sanborn; step-children, Michelle Nash, David Nash, Jr, Sheila Nash and William Nash all of Sacramento, California; other relatives and many friends.
John Allen Hemminger
Jun 29, 2025
John A. Hemminger, 82, was born in Center Township, Shelby County, Iowa, to his parents Anna Pauline and John M. Hemminger at their home on a farm east of Harlan. John was the youngest of four children, Donna, Ronald, and Charlene, who grew up learning a plethora of skills that would serve him well throughout his life. John attended a...
Dwight Boysen
Jun 29, 2025
Dwight Lee Boysen was born March, 9th, 1946 in Atlantic, Iowa, to the parents of Clifford H. Boysen (died October 21, 1994) and Velma (Babbitt) Boysen (died July 14th, 2014).
He was baptized and confirmed at Monroe Chapel Global Methodist Church. In 1964 he graduated from Elk Horn High School in Elk Horn, Iowa. He married Raedell Ann Nelson on June...
Dr. Bruce R. Havick
Jun 21, 2025
Bruce Robert Havick, son of Elmer and Wilma (Anderson) Havick, was born January 13, 1942, in Harlan, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Presbyterian Church in Avoca, Iowa. He attended grade school and high school in Avoca, where he graduated with the class of 1959. Bruce was an Eagle Scout and involved with 4-H showing calves every year...
Diana Lou Maulsby
Jun 19, 2025
Diana Lou Maulsby, a beloved figure in her community and family, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at Accura Healthcare in Carroll, Iowa, at the age of 73. Born on July 12, 1951, in Carroll, Iowa, she lived a life that was rich with love, warmth, and a vibrant spirit that touched all who knew her.
Diana was a dedicated...
Doris Ardell Towne
Jun 16, 2025
Doris Ardell Towne, daughter of Albert and Effie (Narum) Brynjulson, was born on February 4, 1924, in Canton, South Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed at Grand Valley Lutheran Church in rural Canton. Doris began her education in a one-room schoolhouse in Lincoln County and went on to graduate from Canton High School with the Class of 1941.
After high school,...
Donald Bargenquast
Jun 15, 2025
Donald Bargenquast, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, at the age of 87. He was born on April 18, 1938, in Shelby, Iowa, where he would later graduate from Shelby High School in 1956. Following his graduation, he answered the call of duty and served in the Army, reinforcing...
Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh
Jun 13, 2025
Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh was born on July 24, 1942, in Carroll, Iowa, to Clarence Foxhoven and Ida (Miller) Foxhoven. She was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manilla, Iowa. She attended Kindergarten through 12th grade at Manilla High School, graduating with the class of 1960.
After high school, Ethel furthered her education at the...
Craig Allan Petersen
Jun 8, 2025
No services will be held at this time. Full obituary pending. Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Virginia Petersen. He is survived by his brother, Dennis (Mary) Petersen of Harlan, IA; nephew, Dylan (Katie) Petersen of Harlan, IA; great-nephews, Jack & Tyler Petersen; great-nieces Kori & Tessa Petersen; other relatives and many friends.
Roberta "Bobby" Nee
May 30, 2025
Roberta "Bobby" Ann Nee, born on May 22, 1939, in Yorkshire, Iowa, to Jesse and Sereta Wilson Tolle, was a nurturing light in the lives of many. She passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, in Harlan, Iowa, having attained the age of 86 years and 8 days. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Sereta Wilson Tolle;...
Gloria Walter
May 30, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our cherished Gloria Walter, who left us on May 30, 2025, at her home in Walnut, Iowa, with her beloved daughter Joanie by her side. She attained the age of 82 years, 7 months and 14 days. Born on October 16, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Gloria was a...
Kenneth Larsen
May 27, 2025
Kenneth Larsen was born on March 16, 1932, in Harlan, Iowa, to Paul and Johanna Larsen. He spent his childhood on the family farm just outside of Harlan and began his education at Monroe Township #3 Country School, attending through the eighth grade. Kenneth later graduated from Harlan High School with the Class of 1949.
On November 16, 1952, Kenneth married...
Shirley Irene Knudtson
Jul 28, 2025
Shirley Irene (Dreager) Knudtson
May 16, 1926-July 28,2025
Shirley was born on a farm southwest of Atlantic, Iowa to Lois (Howard) and Leo Dreager. Her father died in a farm accident when Shirley was five years old, so she and her mother moved into Atlantic where Shirley attended school and graduated in the class of 1944 from Atlantic High School. She was...
Lile Ann Petersen
Jul 23, 2025
Full Obituary is Pending...
She is survived by her husband, Richard D. Petersen of Harlan, IA; children, Mark (Deb) Petersen of Harlan, IA, Brian Petersen of Harlan, IA,Tami (Dan) Goetz of Cedar Falls, IA, Jeffery (Cyndi) Petersen of Harlan, IA; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.
Tim D. Conrad
Jul 19, 2025
No Services will be held at this time.
Tim is survived by his long-time companion, Kelli Tolliver of Harlan, IA; daughter, Amanda Hanover of Topeka, KS; 2 grandchildren, Jeremy Hanover and Lauren Pash; twin brother Kim Conrad of Harlan, IA; sisters, Colleen (James) Thompson of Glenwood, IA; Brenda Conrad of Harlan, IA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and...
Dixie DeBlauw
Jul 15, 2025
Dixie Lou (Unger) DeBlauw, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, surrounded by family. Known for her unwavering faith, strong dedication to family, and selfless love for others, Dixie was a woman deeply cherished by all who knew her.
Born on December 30,1945, she was the oldest daughter to Lawrence and Norene (Beller) Unger...
Kenneth Albert Fahn
Jul 8, 2025
Kenneth Albert Fahn, son of Leonard and Alice (Shiltz) Fahn, was born on June 30, 1950 in Defiance, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Harlan, Iowa. Kenneth began his education at St. Michael's Elementary School and went on to graduate from Harlan Community High School with the class of 1968.
Following graduation, Kenneth joined the...
Genevieve Bernice Ballantine
Jul 8, 2025
Genevieve Bernice Wilson was born near Lawton, Iowa. Her parents were Elmer and Bernice Johnson Wilson. She also had a sister Geraldine, who died at the age of two. Genevieve was her father’s shadow. She recalled begging her dad to go out at night to check on a sick horse or spend time with him listening to stories as he...
Dixie Rash
Jul 7, 2025
Dixie Diane Rash was born on March 26, 1959 in Leon, Iowa to Wayne and Myrna (Wheatley) Eckles. Dixie attended Westgate Elementary in Omaha and then graduated from Griswold High School. Her passion for Court Reporting led her to AIB College of Business, where she earned her degree, paving the way for a successful career. From 1994 to 1997, she...
Marvin Wayne Martin
Jul 3, 2025
Marvin W. Martin was born on June 22, 1932 to Francis and Mary (Davis) Martin in Persia, Iowa. He attended school and graduated from Persia High School with the class of 1951.
Marvin found the love of his life when he met Ruby Arlene Peterson. They were united in marriage on July 12, 1953 in Spencer, Iowa. This union was blessed...
Christine Ellen Nash
Jul 1, 2025
Full Obituary is Pending...
Survivors include her grandchildren, Samantha Weilenman and Dakota Nash; siblings, Allen Sanborn and Tauni Sanborn; step-children, Michelle Nash, David Nash, Jr, Sheila Nash and William Nash all of Sacramento, California; other relatives and many friends.
John Allen Hemminger
Jun 29, 2025
John A. Hemminger, 82, was born in Center Township, Shelby County, Iowa, to his parents Anna Pauline and John M. Hemminger at their home on a farm east of Harlan. John was the youngest of four children, Donna, Ronald, and Charlene, who grew up learning a plethora of skills that would serve him well throughout his life. John attended a...
Dwight Boysen
Jun 29, 2025
Dwight Lee Boysen was born March, 9th, 1946 in Atlantic, Iowa, to the parents of Clifford H. Boysen (died October 21, 1994) and Velma (Babbitt) Boysen (died July 14th, 2014).
He was baptized and confirmed at Monroe Chapel Global Methodist Church. In 1964 he graduated from Elk Horn High School in Elk Horn, Iowa. He married Raedell Ann Nelson on June...
Dr. Bruce R. Havick
Jun 21, 2025
Bruce Robert Havick, son of Elmer and Wilma (Anderson) Havick, was born January 13, 1942, in Harlan, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at the Presbyterian Church in Avoca, Iowa. He attended grade school and high school in Avoca, where he graduated with the class of 1959. Bruce was an Eagle Scout and involved with 4-H showing calves every year...
Diana Lou Maulsby
Jun 19, 2025
Diana Lou Maulsby, a beloved figure in her community and family, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at Accura Healthcare in Carroll, Iowa, at the age of 73. Born on July 12, 1951, in Carroll, Iowa, she lived a life that was rich with love, warmth, and a vibrant spirit that touched all who knew her.
Diana was a dedicated...
Doris Ardell Towne
Jun 16, 2025
Doris Ardell Towne, daughter of Albert and Effie (Narum) Brynjulson, was born on February 4, 1924, in Canton, South Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed at Grand Valley Lutheran Church in rural Canton. Doris began her education in a one-room schoolhouse in Lincoln County and went on to graduate from Canton High School with the Class of 1941.
After high school,...
Donald Bargenquast
Jun 15, 2025
Donald Bargenquast, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on June 15, 2025, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, at the age of 87. He was born on April 18, 1938, in Shelby, Iowa, where he would later graduate from Shelby High School in 1956. Following his graduation, he answered the call of duty and served in the Army, reinforcing...
Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh
Jun 13, 2025
Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh was born on July 24, 1942, in Carroll, Iowa, to Clarence Foxhoven and Ida (Miller) Foxhoven. She was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manilla, Iowa. She attended Kindergarten through 12th grade at Manilla High School, graduating with the class of 1960.
After high school, Ethel furthered her education at the...
Craig Allan Petersen
Jun 8, 2025
No services will be held at this time. Full obituary pending. Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Virginia Petersen. He is survived by his brother, Dennis (Mary) Petersen of Harlan, IA; nephew, Dylan (Katie) Petersen of Harlan, IA; great-nephews, Jack & Tyler Petersen; great-nieces Kori & Tessa Petersen; other relatives and many friends.
Roberta "Bobby" Nee
May 30, 2025
Roberta "Bobby" Ann Nee, born on May 22, 1939, in Yorkshire, Iowa, to Jesse and Sereta Wilson Tolle, was a nurturing light in the lives of many. She passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, in Harlan, Iowa, having attained the age of 86 years and 8 days. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Sereta Wilson Tolle;...
Gloria Walter
May 30, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our cherished Gloria Walter, who left us on May 30, 2025, at her home in Walnut, Iowa, with her beloved daughter Joanie by her side. She attained the age of 82 years, 7 months and 14 days. Born on October 16, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Gloria was a...
Kenneth Larsen
May 27, 2025
Kenneth Larsen was born on March 16, 1932, in Harlan, Iowa, to Paul and Johanna Larsen. He spent his childhood on the family farm just outside of Harlan and began his education at Monroe Township #3 Country School, attending through the eighth grade. Kenneth later graduated from Harlan High School with the Class of 1949.
On November 16, 1952, Kenneth married...
