1925-2024

Wilma Doris Shelley Horman, 99, died Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the New Homestead Care Facility in Guthrie Center.

She was born Feb. 6, 1925, at her parents’ farm home near Booneville in Madison County.

She was the fifth of 12 children born to Allison Glenwood and Mable Hessie Hadley Shelley. Her family moved to rural Menlo in Guthrie County when she was 3 years old, and she received her education at a rural country school until she finished eighth grade. Her religious education was in the Quaker Faith.

As a teenager, she went to Takoma Park, Maryland, to live with her sister, Neva, and family. While there, she met Harry F. Horman, who was working there after serving in the military. They moved to Iowa in 1946.

Preceding her in death were her children, Mable Alice (Richard) Clark, John Roger Hormann and Michael “Mickey” Gilbert Hormann; grandson, Allison “Willie” Wilhelm Hormann; sisters: Neva Stearns, Evelyn Landon, Erma Aswegan, Carol Tharp and Martha Shelley; brothers: Dale Shelley, Dean Shelley, Paul Shelley and Allan Claire Shelley.

Survivors include daughters, Carol Ann (Dennis) Davis and Judith Marie (Bob) Zimmerline; son, Allan Harry (Darleen) Hormann and daughter-in-law Corine Hormann; grandchildren, Shelley (Tim) Payne, John (Raquel) Downing; Jim (Tammy) Zimmerline, Shawn (Wayne) Peterson, Gordon (Carrie) Clark, Jami (Kevin) Rafter, Jacob (Stephanie) Hormann, Melissa Grycan, Korissa Hormann, Kayleigh Hormann, Elias (Kimberley) Hormann; sisters, Ruth Camerson and Esther Kelley; sister-in-law, Vera Shelley; several great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, numerous relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 12-4 p.m. at the 100F Lodge Hall, 121 North Gaines, Stuart.

1935-2024

Iva Joan Pottroff, known affectionately as Joan by all who knew her, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024, in Sierra Vista, Arizona. Born on July 13, 1935, in Linden to the late Jennie Parton Knapp and Carl Knapp, Joan’s journey through life was marked by a deep-seated love for her family.

Joan spent her formative years in Iowa, where she attended high school before venturing into her career as an airline ticket agent. This was not just a job but a gateway to the world. Joan’s passion for travel was ignited during this time, and she delighted in using her travel vouchers to explore new places. One of her most cherished recollections was taking her brother, Joe, who predeceased her, on a trip after his military service, a testament to her caring nature and the special bond they shared.

Joan’s family was her pride and joy. She was a loving sister to Joseph (Audrey) Knapp (deceased), Dorothea Wristen of Arizona and George (Judy) Knapp Panora. Though her marriage to her first spouse, Eldon Enyart, ended in divorce, it blessed her with two devoted children, Carla Enyart Luallin (David) of Sierra Vista, Arizona, and John Enyart (Tina) of Punta Gorda, Florida. Her legacy continued with her adored grandchildren, Jan Spevack, John Spevack, Brandon Enyart and Eric Enyart (Angela), and her cherished great-grandchildren, Aubrie Adams, Angel Gibson, Citori Spevack, Jacob and Sarah, all of whom brought immense joy into her life. Joan’s family circle expanded with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren who came into her life when her daughter Carla married David Luallin.

In her retirement from Equitable, Joan found pleasure in simpler joys. She had a knack for finding treasures in thrift shops, garage sales and dollar stores. She was known for ensuring that her grandkids and great-grandkids were always well-dressed and had all the accessories they needed. At her home and later her residence at Lakeside Village, she enjoyed when family and friends visited.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents; her brother, Joe Knapp; and her spouse, Clifford Pottroff. Joan’s legacy of love, kindness and the joy she found in life’s simple pleasures will continue to live on through her family and all who knew her.

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at West Linn Cemetery, near Linden. Visitation will be Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at the Twigg Funeral Home, Panora.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to any local hospice locations. The hospice care givers both at Lakeside Village and Valor Hospice of Sierra Vista, Arizona, made a huge difference to her and her family would like to see that available to others in need.

1933-2024        

Lola Jean “Jean” Gibson, 91, daughter of Preston and Letha (Logsdon) Spillers, was born Jan. 13, 1933, in Des Moines. She passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital, West Des Moines.

Jean met her future husband, Charles “Dick” Gibson, in the fourth grade, and from that day forward, knew they were meant for each other. Jean graduated from Guthrie Center High School in 1951. She went on to graduate from the Iowa Teachers College after two years. On May 15, 1953, she married Charles “Dick” Gibson at the Presbyterian Church in Guthrie Center. Jean and Dick had four children together and fostered 59 infants and 10 older children. After Dick’s military service in Bermuda, the Gibson family moved around Iowa, eventually settling in Clive until 1974, when they moved to the family farm in Dallas County near Linden. In 2018, they moved into Linden from the farm.

Jean enjoyed attending her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s events, knitting and making dish cloths, researching family history, and watching her soaps and game shows. She was an avid Chicago Cubs and Iowa State Cyclones fan and loved cribbage, bingo, going to the casino, family reunions and getting everyone together to take a picture.

Jean was a member of the Linden United Methodist Church, where she volunteered for many activities and functions. She was also a very involved member of the Order of the Eastern Star, serving as secretary, treasurer and was a past Worthy Matron.

Jean is survived by her children, Linda (Mark) McQuistan of Clermont, Florida; Douglas (Julie) Gibson of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Luann “Dee” (Randy) Olson of Linden; Dennis (Darla) Gibson of Adel; special foster daughter, Mary Ann Killin; and nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dick; great-grandson, Nolan Wilson; and sister, Jane Simon.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Monday, April 8, 2024, at the Twigg Funeral Home, Panora. Burial will be in West Linn Cemetery, near Linden. Visitation will be Sunday, April 7, 2024, from noon until 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Unity Point Hospice, Jefferson, or the Eastern Star of Panora.

1930-2024

Robert James Cornish, 93, son of Zeb and Lottie (Lookingbill) Cornish, was born Dec. 4, 1930, near Bayard. He passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024, at The Lakeside Village, Panora.

Bob attended country school before he entered Bayard elementary. When he was a junior in high school, he moved to Yale with his parents. He graduated from Yale with the class of 1948. He attended A.I.B. in Des Moines before working in the Farmers State Bank in Yale.

In 1950, he married his high school sweetheart, Jean Dubes. They lived on the farm until he was drafted into the United States Army in January of 1952. He took basic training at Camp Roberts, California, with the 43rd Infantry Division. He was transferred to Augsburg, Germany, where he served until he was called home due to the death of his mother. He was honorably discharged in January 1954.

After military duty, Bob and Jean returned to the farm where they lived until they moved to Yale. Bob worked as assistant manager of Yale Farmer’s Co-op until he later sold feed for Standard Chemical of Omaha.

Bob and Jean moved from Yale to Lake Panorama in 1984 and lived there for the next 35 years. They spent winters in Arizona and Florida and enjoyed traveling and cruising with their friends from Winterset Park, Florida. Due to Bob’s health, they moved to The Lakeside Village, Panora in 2019.

Bob served on the Yale United Methodist Church Board, the Hope Parish Council, and the YJB School Board. After the Yale United Methodist Church closed, he transferred his membership to Panora United Methodist Church. He was a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge where he had served as master and additionally a 50-year member of the O.E.S. where he served as worthy patron, among other offices.

Bob was a very loving husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He greatly enjoyed the outdoors working in his yard, planting flowers and tending his birdfeeders. He could also be found at his BBQ grill or picnicking with his family at Springbrook State Park. He enjoyed hunting. He and Jean loved driving around the countryside admiring the fields and the crops each season. He enjoyed card games and square dancing with Jean. He loved photographing family functions as well as landscapes of their travels. Being an avid horse lover, Bob had fun attending the Yale Saddle Club horse shows well into his 90s. Bob and Jean enjoyed singing together and did so for different events over the years. Bob always had a smile and greeted everyone he met.

Bob is survived by his wife, Jean Cornish of Panora; daughters, LuAnn (Bruce) Tamisiea of Okoboji and Lori (Tim) Raup of Panora; five grandchildren, C.J. Cave, Kelsey (David) Parker, Tyler (Michaela) Tamisiea, Reid (Sara) Tamisiea and Brooke (Chad) Tredway; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Barbara Cornish; nephew, Mark Cornish; and sister-in-law, Vernona Dubes.

Memorial services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Panora United Methodist Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the church. Burial of his urn will be in the Brethren Cemetery, Panora following the service.

Memorials may be directed to The Yale Saddle Club, Panora EMS and Care Initiatives Hospice.

The family would like to thank The Lakeside Village and Hospice who so lovingly took care of Bob.

Twigg Funeral Home, Panora, is entrusted with his services.

1930-2024                      

Mary Louise Branson, 93, daughter of Harold and Eva (Laughlin) Moraine, was born July 31, 1930, in Glendon. She passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the New Homestead, Guthrie Center.

Mary graduated from Guthrie Center High School. In 1948, she married Robert Wesley Branson at the Christian Church in Guthrie Center. They made their home in Guthrie Center for 35 years. Mary owned and operated Branson’s Beauti-Rama until they moved to Lake Panorama in 1983. In 2010, they became residents of the Lakeside Village in Panora until July of 2012 when they moved into the New Homestead. Bob passed away in November of 2012.

Mary enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, fishing, cooking, gambling, her love for her cat, Gracie, and, most of all, spending time with her family, especially wrestling with the grandchildren. Mary also was a collector of antiques (blue glassware especially), and while she was a resident of the New Homestead, she enjoyed watching the birds, playing bingo and having visitors.

She volunteered with the WSO and First Christian Church. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Guthrie Center and then the First Christian Church in Panora.

Mary is survived by her children, Kristi (Doug Hickman) Branson of San Diego, California, Barry (Vanessa) Branson of Panora, and Kathi (Dave) Sherby of Austin, Texas; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; two brothers; and a sister.

Cremation has taken place, and graveside services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the Union Cemetery, Guthrie Center.

Memorials may be left to the New Homestead beauty shop for upgrading of the facilities and may be mailed to Branson’s, 5017 Panorama Drive, Panora, IA 50216.

Twigg Funeral Home, Panora, is entrusted with her services.

1964-2024

Charles (Chuck) Anthony Davis was born on April 10, 1964, to Earle and Joy (Lydon) Davis in Ogallala, Nebraska. He passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Bethany Life in Story City.

Chuck graduated from Guthrie Center High School in 1982 where he participated in football, wrestling, track and chorus.

In his early years, Chuck enjoyed his time on the Davis family farm near Guthrie Center. After graduating high school, Chuck attended Palmer College of Chiropractic and graduated in 1992 with honors.

His career as a chiropractor led him to Clarion where he purchased Clarion Chiropractic Clinic and served Clarion and surrounding communities for more than 25 years. Chuck’s chiropractic work was a source of joy, and he developed lasting relationships with many patients. He loved his patients and was known as Doc Davis to many. Chuck enjoyed volunteering as the team doctor for Clarion Goldfield high school athletes for many years and gave free care to any active athlete.

Chuck and Mary (Caslavka) Davis were married May 2, 1987, in Iowa City. Chuck found a lot of joy in watching his five children grow up. He loved his family deeply. He enjoyed supporting them through their sports, dance and many other school and church activities. He never missed an opportunity to cheer them on. Chuck, along with his wife, Mary, celebrated their kids through many milestones. From high school and college graduations, to seeing them start families of their own. One of Chuck’s most important and loved roles was “Grandpa.” As Grandpa, he adored his three grandchildren more than anything and would show you pictures any chance he got.

Chuck will always be remembered for his big smile and his ability to make every stranger a friend.  He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to joke around. He was passionate about helping people.

Chuck was an active member of St. John’s Catholic Church for many years and volunteered for various committees and activities in the church. He was deeply faithful and loved delivering cross necklaces to his caregivers so that they would know the love of Jesus.

Chuck was preceded in death by his loving parents, Joy and Earle Davis, and his grandparents, Tom and Ila Lydon and Glen and Mary Davis, and his uncles, Paul Lydon and Noel Johnson.

Chuck is survived by his wife of 36 years, Mary, and their five children: Anthony (Megan) Davis, Nathan (Maggie) Davis, Claire Davis, Brendan Davis, and Isaac Davis; his three grandchildren, Alder, Madison and Prim; his siblings, Brian (Jean) Davis, Jodi (John) Russell, and Mike (Sonia) Davis; and his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

We will miss his sense of humor and his contagious laugh that filled a room. We will simply miss our dad, husband, grandpa and brother.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Chuck Davis will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at St. John’s Catholic Church, 608 Second Avenue North East in Clarion with Father Jerry Blake Officiating. Burial will take place at a later date.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Ewing Funeral Home, 1801 Central Ave. East in Clarion. Rosary will at 4:30 p.m. prior to visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Chuck’s name may be directed to Blank Children’s Hospital Child Life Program.