Kinney & Sons are rocking subbase on Warren St. West of White St. today and weather permitting plan to move East of White St. tomorrow Tuesday May 5th. They will then start removing concrete from White St. to Jackson St. grading and placing subbase one block at a time working towards Jefferson St. Once they get to Jackson St. we will close the Jackson & Warren St. intersection to traffic. This will allow the homeowners between Jackson St. & Jefferson St. that don’t have access to the alley between Jackson & Jefferson St. to park on Jackson St. We do have some rain chances this week so that could slow the progress down.
Deer/Motor Vehicle Collision
On May 3rd, 2020, at approximately 9:49 p.m., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a motor vehicle collision with a deer in the 3200-grid of US Highway 218.
An investigation determined that Shannon Simmons, 43, Kahoka, Missouri; operator of a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox, struck a deer that entered the roadway as he traveled southbound. The collision resulted in minor damages to the vehicle.
Arrest In Wayland
On May 1st, 2020, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint of suspicious activity in the 300-block of West Front Street in Wayland, IA. During the investigation into the suspicious activity, the Sheriff’s Office came into contact with Austin Sayre, 22 of Wayland. During this contact, a controlled substance was located. Austin was cited into court for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Marijuana, First Offense, a serious misdemeanor
Ronnie “Ron” W. Hart
Saturday Accident Details
On May 2, 2020, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to the area of Iowa Avenue and 270th Street for a single-vehicle accident with minor injuries. After an investigation, it was determined that Braxton Dye, 20 years of age, was driving north on Iowa Avenue near this intersection when he crested the hill. Another vehicle, a red truck, was in the southbound lane of traffic but was over the centerline. To avoid a collision Dye swerved to miss this vehicle. This caused his vehicle to go into the east ditch where it struck two traffic sign poles and came to rest. The driver of the truck continued southbound not stopping. Currently, there is no further information on the red truck. Dye was not found to be at fault for the accident.
Toban Josiah Zechin
Toban Josiah Zechin stillborn infant of Tamara and Kevan Zechin Jr. of Mount Pleasant, IA lived in his mother’s womb for 30 weeks and 4 days. On April 28, 2020 his nurse midwife discovered that Toban’s very special heart had stopped.
A private family burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Maxwell, IA and a celebration of his life will be at a later date. Beatty Funeral Home is caring for Toban and his family.
Memorials in Toban’s honor will be given to organizations that have helped his family during this journey.
Carl Joseph Sanders
Carl Joseph Sanders, 77, of Donnellson, passed away at 12:07 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2020 at his home.
He was born November 11, 1942, the son of Paul and Rosina (Bentler) Sanders in Fort Madison, Iowa. On October 7, 1978 he married Diane Gabel at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fort Madison.
Survivors include his wife: Diane; two daughters: Peggy Sanders of Donnellson, Iowa and Mary Beth (Tony) Sanders-Clippert of Solon, Iowa; one son: Randy (Kayla) Sanders of Donnellson, Iowa; three grandchildren: Kole and Hank Clippert, and Hoyt Sanders; seven siblings: Kenny (Judy) Sanders of St. Paul, Iowa, Gary (Vickie) Sanders of West Point, Iowa, Leroy (Joyce) Sanders of Houghton, Iowa, Vera Morgart of Bettendorf, Iowa, Donny (Becky) Sanders of West Point, Iowa, Patty (Tom) Brodar of Lafayette, Indiana, and Greg Sanders of West Point, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law: Irma and Duane Gabel; brother-in-law: Bill Morgart; niece and goddaughter: Julie Morgart Sarra; and nephew: Doug Sanders.
Carl was a member St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington, Iowa. He was a combine mechanic at J.J. Niching Company for 23 years. Carl loved to listen to 50’s and 60’s music, trains and hot wheel cars. He enjoyed raising small animals and caring for his little farm, watching the Price is Right every day and the St. Louis Cardinals. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
A private family service will be held on Tuesday, May 5 with Father Dennis Hoffman officiating.
Burial will be at the Everhart Cemetery, Rural Donnellson.
A memorial has been established in his memory.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.schmitzlfuneralhomes.com .
Delmar John Hirschler
Delmar John Hirschler, 89, of rural Donnellson, passed away at 11:15 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2020 at his daughter’s home.
He was born June 3, 1930, the son of Erwin G. and Viola C.(Klingler) Hirschler in Keokuk, Iowa. On September 10, 1950 he married Shirley L. Sawin at the home of Glen and Irene Sawin. She proceeded him in death.
Survivors include his children: Jennifer (Edward) Crompton of Iowa City, Iowa, Janice (Jerry) McCarty of Donnellson, Iowa, Jill (Kevin) McCabe of New London, Iowa, and Jay D. (Nancy Carroll) Hirschler of Donnellson, Iowa; eight grandchildren: Christopher (Sara) Anderson, Jeremy (April) McCarty, Jaime (Jason) Mueller, Jared (Selah) McCarty, Marcus (Shawna) McCabe, Erin (Joe) Garvey, Josh (Callie) Hirschler, and Jason (Alisa) Hirschler; twenty-five great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Deanna Fuger; and special friend: Jeanne Frueh.
He was preceded in death by parents; wife; daughter in infancy: Jane Louise; grandson: Jacob Hirschler; and brother-in-law: Val Fuger.
Delmar was member of the Zion Mennonite Church in Donnellson. He was graduate of Donnellson High School and served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1951- 1953. He was a life long farmer farming on his family’s Century Farm.
A private family service will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 with Pastor Suzanne Ford officiating.
Burial will be at the Zion Mennonite Cemetery, rural Donnellson.
A memorial has been established in his memory for the Zion Mennonite Cemetery or Zion Mennonite Church.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.schmitzlfuneralhomes.com .