Mary Elizabeth Eppert Johnson, 83, Boone. Born in Boone County. Married Charles Johnson in Luther in 1960. The couple lived on the Johnson families Century Farm home place. Mary worked at Iowa State for 40 plus years before retirement in 2002. Was an avid cook and baker and loved tending her vegetable and flower beds. Also loved shopping, antiquing, holidays and craft shows. The couple traveled to 49 states and were sports fans, season ticket holders at ISU football for 50 plus years. Two daughters, Ann and Pam survive, as do two sisters. Services in Boone.
Betty Anderson Atherton, 102/Eastern Star. Born in Boone. BHS-40. Married Robert H. Atherton in Boone in 1945. During World War II, she served as operations manager at PT Nelson Lumber Company. She then managed the Sixth District Office for Congressman Merwin Coad. Following his three congressional terms, she became the executive secretary of the Iowa State Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors Association, the Iowa State Department of Superintendent of Schools and concluded her work history with the Iowa Department of Social Services. Betty was very active in her church and was a participant and leader in numerous other varied community organizations. Recognizing her civic leadership, she received numerous "special" awards. Survivors include two sons, Richard "Rick" and Bob, and a sister-in-law, Margaret Harvey, of Boone. Services in Boone.
Diana Jean Swanson Meier, 65, Ogden. Born in Des Moines. For more than 20 years, Diana worked at Mary Greeley Medical Center in a variety of positions. She retired in 2019. She enjoyed the simpler things of life, time spent with her puppies and being an active church member. Survivors include her husband, Gil, of Ogden and her children Mike and Christy. Services in Ames. Burial in Linwood.
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