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Waukon Park & Recreation will be offering youth programs in football and volleyball again this fall. Those programs include Nerf Flag Football for first and second graders this fall, Flag Football for third and fourth graders, volleyball for third and fourth graders, and traveling volleyball for fifth and sixth graders.

Deadline to register all of these programs is Friday, August 27. Those interested may pick up a registration form at the Waukon Wellness Center, register online, or look at the City of Waukon website under the Park and Rec link or at the Waukon Park & Rec Facebook page for registration forms or additional registration information.

Those with further questions should contact Kim Kraus at waukonparkrec@gmail.com or text/call 563-568-7131.
 

Those who want to be active during the fall months should think about signing an adult kickball team up today. The league is open to high school sophomores (16 years of age) through adults. Games will be played Monday nights (possibly some Tuesdays/Wednesdays, if needed) at the Waukon Softball Complex by the Allamakee County Fairgrounds.

The league will start either Monday, August 23 or August 30. Anyone who would like to sign a team up or who needs any questions answered should contact Kim Kraus at waukonparkrec@gmail.com or text/call 563-568-7131. Teams must be signed up by Wednesday, August 18.
 

Pamela Susan Croyle, 65, of Waukon passed away July 29, 2021 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Pam was cremated through Iowa Cremation and there will be a Celebration of Life held Saturday, August 21 from 4-7 p.m. at the FreedomBank basement in Waukon. A potluck style meal will take place at 5:30 p.m.

Pamela Susan Croyle was born December 2, 1955 to Mark and Marie (Kelly) Croyle in Waukon. Pam raised her children on a farm in rural Lansing with her former husband, Dean (Beanzy) Schellhammer, until she moved to town in 2008.

The family of Jennifer Ira will be celebrating her life Saturday, August 21 from 6-9 p.m. at the Inwood Ballroom in Spillville. All are invited to share a favorite story, toast, laugh or hug in honor of this remarkable woman one year after passing.

Lawrence (Larry) Roger Anderson, beloved father, son, brother and friend, passed away in Arizona February 7, 2020 after a brief illness. A celebration of Lawrence’s life and burial will be held August 14 at 1 p.m. at the West Paint Creek Synod Lutheran Church, 1351 Elon Drive, Waterville.

Lawrence was born in Waukon to Gladys and Rudolf Anderson, joining his older brother, John Anderson, and later siblings Rudy Anderson and Karen Soper.

Lawrence grew up on the family farm and spent his early years helping out with farm chores, playing basketball and studying. He graduated from Waukon High School in 1953 at the age of 17 and talked his parents into signing the waiver allowing him to enlist in the Air Force. Lawrence served in the Korean War and enjoyed sharing many stories from his time in the Air Force. He was proud to serve his country and strongly identified as a veteran.

Robert Forde, age 65, of Decorah died Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Northgate Care Center in Waukon. A Celebration of Life and Memory was held Saturday, August 7 at Big Canoe Lutheran Church, Decorah with Rev. Waldemar Gies officiating. Interment was at Iowa River Cemetery.

Robert Odell Forde was born August 7, 1955 to Omer and E. Shirley (Berge) Forde at the Smith Memorial Hospital in Decorah. He was baptized and confirmed at the Big Canoe Lutheran Church. He attended grade school at Pleasant #1 through eighth grade. Robert was a member of the FFA at the Decorah High School and graduated from there in 1973.

Sharon A. Neises, age 78, of Patch Grove, WI passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. A Memorial Mass of Resurrection was held Friday, August 6 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Patch Grove, WI with Father John Meinholz officiating. Inurnment was in Patch Grove Cemetery.

Sharon was born July 9, 1943 in Waukon, the daughter of Edward and Jean (O’Neill) Liddiard. She graduated from Waukon High School. Sharon married Arthur Neises, Jr. October 26, 1963 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon.

Sharon worked as a Bank Manager for Peoples State Bank in Patch Grove for numerous years. She loved to read, listen to music, go camping, boating and ride her UTV around the area. Most importantly, she loved spending time with family.

Ruth O. Hamm, 89, of Waukon, formerly of Dubuque, died Friday, August 6, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Holmen, WI. Per Ruth’s wishes, no services are planned at this time. A burial of ashes will be at Sixteen Cemetery in rural Monona. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, please send a donation in Ruth’s name to Tina’s K-9 Rescue at 8838 County Highway I, Sparta, WI 54656. Tina’s K-9 Rescue took in Ruth’s dog, Jed, when she moved away from the farm and wasn’t able to care for him.

Ruth Olive Hamm was born February 29, 1932 in rural Harpers Ferry, the daughter of Andrew Nathan and Floy Olive (Clausen) Jones. At age 14, she left home to become a nanny so she could attend high school in Luana. She played basketball and in 1950, her high school team went to State. She made the three-pointer at the last second to get them to the State game.

Dorothy M. Klocke, 97, of Waukon died Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Good Samaritan Center in Waukon. Funeral services were held Monday, August 9 at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in rural Postville with Karla Johnson officiating. Burial was at Oakland Cemetery, Waukon. Memorials may be made to Good Samaritan Society or Veterans Memorial Hospital, both in Waukon. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon handled arrangements.

Dorothy Marie Klocke was born February 16, 1924 in Jefferson Township, rural Waukon, the daughter of Edward and Caroline (Wacker) Schoenthal. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion United Church of Christ in Waukon, attended Jefferson #1 country school, and graduated from Waukon High School.

Mary Malanaphy Schrandt Manning, age 91, of Decorah passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Wellington Place in Decorah. Mass of Christian Burial was at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Decorah Friday, August 6 with Rev. Daniel Knipper and Deacon Pat Malanaphy officiating. Interment was at St. Benedict Catholic Cemetery, Decorah.