Shirley Benner Obituary

 I have been informed of the passing of Shirley Benner. Shirley and Roy were long time residents of Magnolia Park and most of you will remember her.

The family of Shirley I. Benner sadly shares the news of her passing. After a struggle with cancer, she passed at the age of 89 with her daughters and family around her on July 12, 2026.  Shirley was born in Cedar Springs, MI to Carlton and Phyllis (Metzger) Eadie.  She was preceded in death by Roy, her loving husband of 71 years; her parents; brothers, Keith Eadie and Dale Eadie; daughter Lauri Brower; son-in-law’s, Howard Smith and David Draper; grandson’s, Daniel Jousma and Phillip Jousma; and great granddaughter, Breanna Otto.  She is survived by her daughters, Deborah (Cal) Karsten, Judy Smith, Christy (Marty)  Walker, Gale Draper, Kim (Gary) Donker; 13 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren; siblings, Russell (Shirley) Eadie, Kay Alverson, Marge (Carl) Alverson, Richard (Tanya) Eadie, Larry (Deb) Eadie and Phil (Deborah) Eadie; many nieces and nephews. Shirley loved to travel.  She and Roy would pack up the girls and would travel north, south, east or west every summer and go camping on the weekends.  When Roy worked out of state, she took leave from work and went to wherever Roy was working. Upon retirement from GM after 25 years, the two of them would hook up the Airstream trailer and start off on a journey to wherever the road would lead them.  Their goal was to visit every national park and see every state, including Alaska and Denali & Glacier Bay National Parks.   If Roy didn’t want to go somewhere that she wanted to go, that didn’t stop her.  She would simply ask her sister(s) or daughter(s) to take the adventure with her. Her patient, committed and unconditional love of her family and friends was a living testament to her love of the Lord.  By example, she taught her children to love the Lord, to be faithful, strong and independent. The “light-of-her-life” where the grandchildren and great grands – especially the babies.  She “loved” on them all. Shirley was a crafter (knitting and cross stitch being most memorable), garage sale treasure hunter (her favorite spot was the Ropa in Texas!) and a woman who loved to play cribbage, cards and dominos. Shirley (mom), you have left our earthly life, but you will never leave our hearts.  We will always miss you and love you. A celebration of life service will be held at 11am on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at Alaska Baptist Church, 7240 – 68th St.  SE, Caledonia, MI  49316 with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the church. A luncheon will follow at 12:00 p.m.  A grave side committal will be held at Chapel Hill Memorial Cemetery, 2894 Patterson Ave.  SE, Grand Rapids, MI  49512 following the lunch. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.

 

Cornelius "Cornie" Everett Rietveld Obituary

I have been informed of the passing of Cornie Rietveld. Cornie and Gert were residents of Magnolia Park and as I recall, lived in their RV. His brother Tom & Tom's wife Joyce were also in Magnolia at that time.

Cornelius “Cornie” Everett Rietveld passed to his heavenly home on the morning of July 7, 2026, at the age of 87. A Memorial Service will be held at 11am on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the Bridge Community Church in Albert Lea, MN. A visitation will be held an hour prior to the service. Reverend Clayton Balsley will be officiating.

He was born March 22, 1939, at Naeve Hospital in Albert Lea to Neal and Jennie (Loverink) Rietveld. He attended country school in the Rose Creek area. At the age of 12, he had a severe gun accident and spent 3 months in Austin Hospital. He still carried shrapnel in his chest from the accident.

At the age of 15, following his father’s passing, he began farming with his mother and sister Irene. Cornie loved excitement and speed. He had many cars and two Harley-Davidsons, 1942 & 1951. His last bike was a 2006 Suzuki. His sister Irene recalls his many adventures.

He met his children’s mother, Nancy Fell, from Waseca, and during their 46-year marriage, they had six children: Neal, Angie, Ron, Connie, Dan, and Bob.

His jobs consisted of working on farms and construction as a mechanic and truck driver. Cornie loved to fish and had many rods. One of his favorites was owned by his deceased son, Neal, who passed away in December of 2024.

After Nancy passed away, he sold their farm but kept the 20 acres and called it “The Farm”. This is where he parked his motorhome during his many visits to “The Farm,” and where his children joined him for camping and good times. Cornie introduced Ruth Ann to camping at “The Farm,” where they spent many weeks in the summer.

Cornie's health gave him many trials and tribulations, but he was so strong until the end. He was very proud of his Dutch heritage.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy (2006); his second wife, Gertrude (2018); his parents, Neal and Jennie Rietveld; his brothers, Bob and Jack; his twin sisters at birth; and his son, Neal.

Cornie is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Ruth Ann Severtson Rietveld; his children: Angie (Dave) Strommer of Alaska, Ron (Jaci) Rietveld of Aitkin, Connie (Daniel) Kingsley Ford of Aitkin, Dan (Roxanne) Rietveld of Aitkin, MN, and Bob (Jessica) Rietveld of Austin; step-children: Jeff (Janet) Severtson of Plymouth, Stacia (Mark) Schumaker of Glenville, Sandin (Lisa) Grasdalen of Edgewood, WA, Chad (Nicky) Severtson of Albert Lea and Jason (Laurie) Severtson of Union, KY; brother: Tom (Joyce) Rietveld of Owatonna, sisters: Irene Rietveld of Rose Creek, Betty (Peter) Porta of Johnson City, TN, his 21 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; and by and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Rest in peace, “Babe,” till we see each other again.

Deral Rogers Obituary

 Deral Wayne Rogers, 77, passed away August 6, 2026, in Sioux City, IA. Memorial services will be held at St. Therese Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Visitation will be at 9:00 A.M. with a Memorial Mass to follow at 10:00 AM.

Deral was born in Oakwood, Texas, on January 1, 1949. He spent his youth in Texas until he enlisted in the Navy in June 1968. Deral spent four years serving in the Vietnam War until he was honorably discharged, having earned a Bronze Star.

He spent the next 23 years mastering his trade as a master welder until he moved to Sioux City in 1995 to help rebuild the Terra plant in Port Neal, Iowa. It was here that he met his wife, Linda Rogers, while out dancing. They bonded over their shared love of music and spent 26 years together raising Linda’s children, Carrie and Robert, and spreading joy and love until Linda passed away in 2021.

Despite being diagnosed with lung cancer, Deral continued to find joy in music, spending his winters jamming with his friends in Texas and the rest of his time in Sioux City, Iowa doing the same. He spent his final day at the Betty Strong Encounter Center playing his guitar and singing with his friends and loved ones.

Deral is survived by his girlfriend, Mary Jo; mother-in-law, Elaine; stepchildren, Carrie and Robert; sister, Laura; and grandchildren.

Deral Rogers

 I have been informed that Deral Rogers of Sioux City Iowa has passed away. Deral and his wife Linda were Magnolia residents for several years. Many of you will remember him as the son-in-law of Spike and Elaine Wingert and you will also remember his very deep voice. He and Linda often sang together at the jams and their voices complimented each other perfectly.

If I'm able to find an obituary I will post it here.

Genevia Jackson Obituary

 Genevia (Gilmore) Jackson, age 82 of Sparta, Missouri passed away June 23rd, 2026 in Alamo, Texas. She was born August 11, 1943, in Rogersville, Missouri 

For twenty years, Genevia was employed at Fasco in Ozark with her husband, Mike. After retirement, they traveled across the country together. They settled in the warmth of the Weslaco, Texas community and then later the Alamo Rose Community. 

She is survived by her husband Mike; sons Rick Jackson and wife Tammie and Michael Jackson and wife Darenda; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many other caring relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her dad John Gilmore, mom Carrie (Williams) Gilmore, and sisters Buelah, Aimee, and Ivonne.

Funeral services for Genevia will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 2, 2026 at J.D. Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville. Burial will follow in Linden Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2025 at the funeral home.

 

Genevia Jackson Death Notice

 Alamo- Genevia Jackson, 82, passed away on June 23, 2026.

Genevia and Mike were long-time residents of Magnolia Park. This is the only information that I could find at this time.

Arrangements for Genevia will be under the direction of J.D. Lee & Sons Funeral Home, of Rogersville, MO.

Jon D Larson

 Mary Bruun called me yesterday telling me that we have lost another former Magnolia resident. The obituary wasn't available until today. Jon and Edy at one time had a cabin in the Willard Wisconsin area which is only about 18 miles from where we live. We, of course, didn't know that until we met them in Magnolia Park.

JonD. Larson, 83 of Coon Valley, died Thursday May 7, 2026 at Aspen Place in Viroqua. He was born August 3, 1942 to Sherman and Olga (Rude) Larson. He was baptized and confirmed at the Coon Valley Lutheran Church. Jon graduated from Westby High School in 1960. He married Edythe Hanson on March 7, 1964 at Coon Valley Lutheran. They lived on the family farm outside of Coon Valley and raised 3 children. He briefly operated the Mobil Service Station in Coon Valley before returning to the farm. Jon enjoyed doing custom work in the Coon Valley area for many years. After retiring, they traveled to warmer climates during the winter months. They also enjoyed spending time at their cabin on Mead Lake. He maintained many friendships from their travels.

Survivors include 3 children, David (Sue) Larson, Darren (Jodi) Larson and Debby (Jeff) Kragt; 4 grandchildren, Jessie Larson (Ethan Baker), Mitch (Lisa) Larson, Katie (Dalton) Tysver and Nick Larson; and a great grandson, Kayson Tysver.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Edy in 2020; his parents; a brother and sister-in-law, Carliss (Karen) Larson and his uncle and aunt, Clinton (Lucy) Larson.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday May 13, 2026 at the Coon Valley Lutheran Church. Rev. Ben Morris will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. The Seland Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be given at selandsfuneralhome.com. Memorials may be given to the Coon Valley Lutheran Church.