Jo Ann Bullard Durlam, 89, Ames. Born in Ogden. Lived in Beaver until 1950, then moved to a farm near Cooper. HS at Franklin Consolidated in Cooper. Jo was active in sports and music, a talented pianist. Received a teaching certificate from Morningside. Married Mike Durlam Jr. in 1956 and moved to Grand Junction, then Jefferson. The family moved to Ames in 1964 so Mike could expand Durlam and Durlam Clothing. Jo worked in the store, served the community in many ways and following retirement, she was her church's Business Manager for 12 years, retiring again in 2015. An avid reader, excellent cook and baker, she enjoyed staying active. Jo was a devoted fan of the Cyclone teams and Reiman Gardens. Two daughters and a brother survive. Services in Ames.
Jenny Bassett, 89, Boone. Services in Boone.
Paula Holmgren Silvey, 76, Lenexa, Kansas. The family lived in Boone in Paula's early years. Her parents were Paul and Edna Holmgren. A family move to Des Moines took place in 1959 and Paula attended Grandview College and Drake University. Several other moves were made before settling in Lenexa. Survivors include a son, daughter and brother. Services in Lenexa.
Bonnie Mae Dirksen Troe, 90, Vinton. Six children survive, including David (Terri) Troe of Boone. Services in Vinton.
Marjorie Ann Daft, 94, Cedar Rapids. Survivors include a grandson, Jacob Studt of Boone. Services in Cedar Rapids.

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