Calvin F. Dechow

 Calvin F. Dechow, age 81, of Cassville, died on Friday, September 23, 2011, at home. He was born on January 31, 1930, in Prairie du Chien, the son of William and Mary (Harwood) Dechow. Calvin graduated from Cassville High School in 1948 and entered into the United States Army. On January 7, 1951, he was united in marriage to Lois I. Hampton in Colorado Springs, CO. Following his honorable discharge, Calvin returned home and purchased the family farm. He was employed with Dairlyland Power for thirty-nine years before retiring. Calvin enjoyed gardening and woodworking.

Survivors include his wife, Lois Dechow, Cassville; children: Linda (Dennis) Johll, Deb (Bob) Hochhausen, and Jim Dechow, all of Cassville; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Calvin was preceded in death by his brother, Bob Dechow and a sister, Joan Klein.

Grave side services with military honors were held on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at Cassville Cemetery, Cassville. Family and friends called on Monday, September 26, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville. Friends also called on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.