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Marta E. “Julie” Neises

     Marta E. “Julie” Neises, age 80, of Cassville died on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.  She was born on April 10, 1928, in Essen, Germany, the daughter of Herbert and Martha (Heinrich) Weihs.  On November 7, 1953, she was united in marriage to Fredrick J. Neises in Nuremberg, Germany.  After their marriage, the couple traveled as Fredrick was in the military.  The couple relocated to the United States, living in Oklahoma, Virginia, Kansas and Florida before moving to Grant County in 1963.  Marta was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville and enjoyed flowers, shopping, playing cards and Bingo.

     Survivors include her son, Michael J. (Leslie) Neises, Sierra Vista, AZ; four grandchildren: Corinne, Chase, Kristie, and Katrina; two step-grandchildren: Lauran and James; nephews, Dita Monka and Herbert Monka.

     Marta was preceded in death by her husband, Fredrick on September 5, 1996, and her parents and siblings.

     Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville at 11:00 a.m. with Father John Norder officiating.  Burial was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bloomington.  Friends called on Saturday, April 19, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church. 

Adam B. Nemitz

     Adam B. Nemitz, age 27, of Lancaster, died as a result of an automobile accident on Saturday, March 29, 2008, in Beetown Township.  He was born on August 12, 1980, in Lancaster, the son of Jeffrey and Mary Jo (Curtis) Nemitz.  Adam graduated from Lancaster High School in 1999.  He married Abbie J. Mueller on December 20, 2005, in Lancaster.  He was employed as a Mine Supervisor for Pattison Brothers Sand Company in Clayton, IA.  Adam was a loving father and son.  He loved the outdoors.  Adam enjoyed riding his four-wheeler, boating, skiing, snowmobiling, and hunting.  His love for the outdoors and family gave him the opportunity to establish a forever lasting bond with his father, brothers, and countless family and friends.  Adam’s time spent on his farmette with his son, Collin, and his faithful dog, Ruby, were his highest priorities.  He will be dearly missed.

     Survivors include his former wife, Abbie and their son, Collin of Cassville; his father, Jeff (Faith) Nemitz, Lancaster; his mother, Mary Jo Curtis, Clayton, IA; his brothers: Matt (Misty) Nemitz and Andy Nemitz both of Lancaster; a sister: Destinie Lepsch and her sons, Sydney and Logan Lepsch, all of Marion; his step-father, Don Goen, Appleton; grandmothers: Marilou Nemitz and Constance Reynolds, both of Lancaster; mother-in-law, Jenny (Ron Schara) Patton, MT; father-in-law, Kevin Mueller, AZ.

     Adam was preceded in death by a son, Dylan James; grandparents, Ronald Nemitz, Delano Reynolds, Don and Flourence Curtis and life long friend, DJ Heiligenthal.

     Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Rev. Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial was in Hurricane Cemetery, S. Lancaster Township.  Friends called on Tuesday, April 1, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services on Wednesday.

Gwendolyn M. Nihles

    Gwendolyn M. Nihles, age 77, of Lancaster, died on Friday, March 14, 2008, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, IA.  She was born on October 21, 1930, in Garnavello, IA, the daughter of Joseph and Monica (Winch) Berns.  Gwen graduated from St. Clement Catholic High School in Bankston, IA, as Valedictorian. On June 21, 1955, she was united in marriage to Vernon H. Nihles at St. Clement Catholic Church in Bankston, IA.  Together they farmed for many years in North Lancaster Township, moving to Lancaster in 1981.  She was employed at the former D&D Store, Lancaster.  Gwen was a member of St. Clement Catholic Church, Lancaster.  She enjoyed reading, playing cards, and watching Wheel of Fortune.

     Survivors include her five children:  David (Julie) Nihles, Lancaster; Diane (Ken) Taylor, Spring Green; Cathy (Syver) Wilson, Eau Claire; Mary (Greg) Fischer, Lancaster; and Gary (Lisa Beck) Nihles, Lancaster; nine grandchildren:  Bryan, Melissa, Loretta, Rachel Wilson, Michelle, Ryan, Andrea, Jacob Fischer, and Jason Nihles; her brother, Dick (Jane) Berns, Dubuque, IA; and sisters: Sr. Mary Andrea Berns, Rockford, IL; Rita Martin, Cedar Rapids, IA; and Bernelda Berns, Dubuque, IA.

     In addition to her parents, Gwen was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon and a son, Steven.

     Funeral services were held on Monday, March 17, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Reverend William Seipp officiating.  Burial was in St. Clement Cemetery, rural Lancaster.  Friends called on Sunday, March 16, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services on Monday, March 17, 2008, at the funeral home.

Robert A. Noll

     Robert A. Noll, age 78, of Cassville, died on Sunday, April 13, 2008, at his home.  He was born on September 24, 1929, in Platteville, the son of Arthur and Elsie (Jovi) Noll.  In 1949, Robert enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country during the Korean War.  He then served in the United States Air Force from 1955-1956.  On December 29, 1956, Robert was united in marriage to Karen Klauer. 

     Survivors include his wife, Karen of Cassville; his five children: Gretchen Noll, Fairfax, VA; Cheri Noll, Mazomanie; Kathy (Tony) Pozorski, Lancaster; Joy (Dennis) Blum, Cassville; Paula Noll, Port Washington; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; an aunt, and several cousins.

     He was preceded in death by his parents.

     Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at the Martin Funeral Home in Cassville, at 11:00 a.m. with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial was at a later date.  Friends called on Saturday, April 19, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.