BOONE/AREA CONNECTED DEATHS

       Susan Alane Thompson Berg, 78, Ames. Born in Fort Dodge. Her dad was an Air Force Officer, so her early years featured movement to six states, Newfoundland and the Far East. Despite her travels, she remained anchored to her Iowa roots. She was crowned Miss Iowa in 1968 and was Second Runner-up in the 1969 Miss America Scholarship Pageant. Susan earned a B.A from the University of Iowa in 1972 and a Master of Arts degree from Iowa State in 1978. Earlier in life, Susan married Thomas Good. Then, in 1991, she married Keith Berg. Susan was deeply proud of her Norwegian heritage and, of course, her entire family. A gifted watercolorist for over 30 years and a dedicated educator, she served on the teaching faculty at Iowa State University's College of Design for two decades. Survivors include her husband, Keith, of Boone, four sons, Wade, Matthew, Adam and Aaron and their wives,  Keith's daughter, Mareny Berg, her brother, John Thompson, and several grandchildren. Services in Boone.

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       Kevin Scott Ford, 68, Boone. Passed after a long cancer battle. Born in Webster City. BHS-76. Worked at Duffy Appliance for more than 20 years, then at the Fareway warehouse for 25 years until retirement. Kevin enjoyed pheasant hunting and shooting sporting clays. He had a passion for Harley Davidson motorcycles, which he owned and rode for more than 20 years. Survivors include his partner of 14 years, Becky (Barstad) Wilson, a son Brock, a daughter, Drennon, and his sister, Deb Svaleson, of Boone. A COL will be held in Boone.

       Anthony (Tony) Ward, 85, Boone/Eastern Star. Born in Denver. United Community HS-59. Earned an Associates Degree from Ellsworth Community College. Was an Armed Forces vet. Married; Joan (Price) Garvey in 1864. After raising six children/step-children, they divorced. Worked for John Deere 30 years before retirement in 1995. Served as a Vice President and Secretary of the local union. Married JoAnn (Dorsey) Friedmeyer in 1988. The couple wintered in Tucson and also spent time in Bella Vista, AR. For seven years, they traveled their motorhome from coast to coast. He enjoyed bowling, softball and golf. Survivors include his wife, Jo Ann, the children and grandchildren. Services in Boone.

       Gary Clyde Finch, 83, Des Moines. Born in Boone. Attended Lincoln Elementary. The family moved to Des Moines. Services in Des Moines.

       Angela Budzinsky, 51, Iowa Falls. A cancer victim. Born in Boone. Parents were Byron Swett (deceased) and Debra (Broadie) Swett. Services in Iowa Falls. 

COMMENTS ON CAITLYN

       All of a sudden, it came to me..........

       I must be the only media person in the world who hasn't commented, in print, on Iowa/Indiana Fever basketball star Caitlyn Clark. It seems everybody else with breath in this world of ours has had SOMETHING to say about her.

       A majority have echoed favorable comments but then, of course, there have been numerous naysayers as well.

       Most of what I write will be favorable. HOWEVER, in fairness, I will be taking the "high road" and discussing a few things that give me an unpleasant feeling.

        I really don't think I can add a thing to what her numerous supporters have been shouting. All the scoring and passing records, the classy way she's responded, sometimes in difficult circumstances, to media scrutiny etc. etc. etc. 

       I'm really a big fan of hers and I'd like to claim she deserves a score of 100 plus BUT......even though she seems to be mistreated in various ways, in game or outside, I don't appreciate the ultimate whining, complaining etc. that, sometimes, our Iowa girl displays. Its all there for everyone, worldwide, to see. Then too, there could be some language issues that need cleaning up as well.

       I, the Kornerman, coached Little League and Babe Ruth baseball for 25 years and I'm not here to say I did everything perfect. We all feel mistreated at various times via various issues but I had a standard rule.......my players were NEVER to disrespect authority, argue with or whine about something they didn't approve of. NEVER. If they had a beef with umpires or anything else, they were to bring it me and I would determine whether it was something I should discuss with the umpire or others involved. 

       I wish it was that way in the WNBA. Instead, it seems there's hardly a time "down the floor" that some player has to go to an official with their complaints. It slows the game down and what can be gained by all this ypping? To me, its way out of control. And yes, there, I'm saying it.....our girl Caitlyn is one of those complainers.

       There's such a simple solution. Why don't these coaches make it clear.........if you have a complaint, come to me and I'll handle it. BUT, if you go on your own after an official in ANY disrespectable way, you will be saddled on the bench or, perhaps, even suspended for a game or two, not just by me but by league officials.

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       In the last edition, I listed some of the many local events to look forward to in the coming weeks. I also asked for help in listing other things I hadn't mentioned.

       Good old Ann Onymous, a faithful contributor to the Korner, sent a post card with some info on the Thomas the Tank appearances coming to  Boone......September 12-13 and September 18-20. That always draws a big crowd.

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       Then there's Vern Modeland, BHS-50, another viewer who always finds something to add-on to.

        Regarding our recent story about Lindy's, he wrote, "you said something about ordering pop. Say that back East and they will smile and say, "You must be from Iowa. No one else calls it pop." Also, you didn't mention that we were given a free coke from Lindy's on the way home from school, walking, this is, back in the day upon presenting a report card with an A showing on it."

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         The Kornerman's question of the day. With all this bombing......night, after night, after night......don't we ever run out of bombs?? Are bombs being made continuously so we never "run out?"

          Just wonderin'. 

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BOONE/AREA CONNECTED DEATHS

       Dawn "Sue" Coe Laube, 69, Boone. Born in Boone. Her parents were Larry and Freda (Mayse) Coe. Grand Community HS-74. Married Randy Laube in Boone in 1974. Sue was especially dedicated to her family and was very passionate about all animals, especially her cows and her cat. She enjoyed the outdoors and loved mushroom hunting. Survivors include her husband, Randy, a daughter, Amy Laube, a son, Eugene (Amy K) Laube all of Boone. Two brothers, Steven Coe and John (Kara) Wallace also survive. A COL is planned at Community United Methodist Church.

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       Judy Kay Brown Jacobson, 67, Fort Dodge. A victim of bone cancer. Born in Boone. BHS-77. Her parents were Maurice and Betty Jane (Payne) Brown. Married Daniel Jacobson in 1977. Judy worked as a Para Educator in the Fort Dodge School District for 18 years prior to retirement in 2024. The couple, Judy and Dan, worked with kids at their church from the day they were married. Judy had a huge heart for the Lord and served in many ways. She enjoyed sewing and cooking. She is survived by her husband, Dan, a son, a daughter and two siblings. Private family interment planned in Boone at a later date.

       Marie C. Sundquist Peterson, 72, Marshalltown/Iowa Veterans Home. Formerly of Boone. Passed away in April, 2026. Born in Boone. BHS-72. Married Darrell Peterson in Boone in 1979. Marie worked at several Boone restaurants and retired after several years as a cook at Westhaven. Has resided in the Iowa Vets Home since 2018. She enjoyed Bingo and winning prizes while there. Darrell died in 2019. Survivors include a sister, Birdie Lee, several nieces and nephews and several in-laws. A graveside service will be held in Adel with a COL later.

       Michael "Mike" David Brogden, 83, Weldon IA. Born in Boone. His parents were Clarence Earl (Smokey) and Mamie Ann (Flockhart) Brogden. Mike grew up in Boone, Fort Dodge and Eldora. Services in Leon.  

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        Tom W. Nystrom, 75, Boone. Born in Boone. BHS-68. His parents were Wilfred and Irma (Clark) Nystrom. Married Pat Minard in 1983. They divorced. Tom started work as a feed truck driver in 1972 for Tri-County Co-op. He was promoted to location manager at Slater with Alleman Co-op in 1981 and finished his career as North Regional Manager with Heartland Co-op until retirement. Tom enjoyed helping friends at various race tracks and on snowmobile trips. He enjoyed reading, the Iowa Hawkeyes and Minnesota Vikings. Tom fought cancer at Mary Greeley Medical Center and the State University of Iowa Hospital for many years and also spent some recovery time at Hope Lodge in Iowa City. Mark Roberts, who transported Tom to his various appointments, was a special friend. Survivors include a daughter, Jamie (Troy) Tullis, a son, Matt (Jaime) Barrick, and a niece Kimberly Tesdahl, all of Boone. Services in Boone.      

       Marlys Jackson George, 95, Boone/Westhaven. Formerly of Gilmore City. Born in Perry. Palmer HS-48. Married Paul George in Gilmore City in 1950. Was a bookkeeper for the Palmer Coop Creamery. Paul passed in 2011 and Marlys moved closer to her family in Boone. Three children survive, including Ron (Helen) George of Boone. A sister, Marilyn Martin, of Boone also survives. Services in Boone and Gilmore City.

       LaVonne Lois Hartong Hagen, 96, Ogden/Eastern Star. Born in Ida Grove. Sutherland HS-48. Married Paul Otis Hagen in 1954. The family lived in Boone but then moved to Ogden in 1956. In 1958, they moved to their own farm, south of Ogden. Survivors include her son, Steven (Connie) of Ogden, a daughter, Cynthia, and her twin sister, LaDonna. Services in Ogden.

       Jared Alan Pepper, 45, Colo. Born in Boone. His parents are Gerald Pepper, deceased, and Carol Dieffenbach Steinberg. Jared worked in construction as a project manager. He was devoted to his children and always willing to lend a hand. Jared faced struggles throughout his life and wasn't perfect. However, those who truly knew him, also knew his kindness, love for his family and the goodness that existed within him. Survivors include his mother, Carol (Arthur) Steinberg, three children, Connor, Joshua and Allison, and a sister, Addie. A COL will be held in Colo. 

PROVIDING INFORMATION

        I imagine the old Kornerman is dreaming (again) but shouldn't our surrounding community be, at least, a top contender for the best or REAL vacation spot for the state of Iowa this summer.

       The parks and normal attractions......like the Scenic Valley, Mamie Eisenhower home, various golf courses etc. are a "given" but, in addition, we have half-a-dozen events to brag about and/or take part in.

       Get your pen, pencil and pad ready as we recite some things that, unfortunately, will see limited or zero acknowledgement (sad but true) from any media coverage, except from KWBG radio (thanks guys), regarding these events.

       The 34th annual Iowa Band Festival is history. It concluded Saturday.

       But, let's look ahead for advanced planning. Ready? Write these down on your calendar.

       BOONE COUNTY FAIR - July 15-19.

       RAGBRAI IN TOWN - July 21.

       FARM PROGRESS SHOW - September 1-3.

       SUPER NATIONAL RACES - September 7-12.

       PUFFERBILLY DAYS - September 18-20.

       As long as we're at it......Boone's first school day will be July 27. The first Toreador football game is at Jefferson-Scranton, August 28 and the first home game will be vs Greene County on September 4.

      Surely there is something I have failed to include and I apologize for any slights of important dates.

      Add these dates to your calendar now.......later you'll be wondering when.

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       John Kueck, BHS-61, a faithful Korner follower liked the story on Lindy's. He wrote, "to quote Wiki...Wikipedia indicates that the building was constructed in 1913-14 and "housed a plant for producing and bottling CARBONATED soft drinks, a significant industry in Boone." I remember Lindy's well and especially the orange and grape pop, my favorites. But, they were NOT carbonated. I remember this well, as when our family went on vacation, I would order orange pop, but not drink it, as it was always canbonated and I did not like it. Only Lindy's seemed to be non-carbonated."

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       A couple things at random......old age or being forgotten are probably the reasons for the changes.

       Starting in my junior high days, the 1950's, someone or some group started calling me Mo rather than Morris. That has stuck with me for seventy years until I've noticed recently..... especially places attended like doctor's office's, restaurants etc. Morris has been much more prevalent and.......

       Don't know about you but as I've grown older, my body temperature has changed. Air conditioning used to be a needed friend. Now, a coat, at least at hand, has been a necessity when being "out." I still enjoy a nice warm day outside but its different when I come into the air conditioned house. 

       Oh well!! Something else to complain about or cry about.

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