Henry County Jail
In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.
Date: 03-23-2022______
26 Henry County Inmates
54 Out of County Contract Inmates
80 TOTAL
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa—March 22, 2022—Iowa agriculture is responsible for a direct economic output of $88.3 billion and more than 315,000 jobs contributing $17.57 billion in wages, according to the sixth annual Feeding the Economy report.
This report, commissioned by 30 food and agricultural groups, highlights the total impact of agriculture from the farm through the supply chain.
“When we think about Iowa farming—we often think about the farmer,” says Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) President Brent Johnson. “But especially during Ag Week, we want to highlight the many essential people who help get a crop from the ground and into your fuel tank, local grocery store or everyday products we don’t consider that have an ag tie. From truckers and manufacturers to food safety workers and retail chain employees, Iowa agriculture would not be as strong as it is without everyone working together.”
To measure the total economic impact of these supporting industries, the analysis also includes upstream and downstream activity related to Iowa agriculture. For example, when a farm equipment retailer hires new employees because farmers are buying more tractors, experts consider the new salaries an indirect impact. Similarly, when a retail associate spends her paycheck, an induced economic impact occurs. Together, these have a multiplier effect on the already formidable direct impact of food and agriculture.
When these factors are considered, Iowa agriculture supports 801,000 jobs and a $204 billion economic output. Iowa agriculture also has an export value of $6.56 billion.
“Iowa is a vital production center in the nation. Trade provides additional positive impacts for Iowa beyond the animal or crop-based products for which our state is well-known,” says Dr. Sam Funk, IFBF’s senior economist. “The exports of farm machinery and technical services to meet the needs of people around the world is another glimpse at the support agriculture provides for the economy here in Iowa and everywhere.”
Visit www.FeedingTheEconomy.com to view the entire report.
Harold W. Pundt, 86, formerly of Donnellson, passed away at 6:09 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2022 at his home in Keokuk, Iowa.
Born October 27, 1935 in Cantril, Iowa, the son of Fred and Nellie (Witt) Pundt. On September 20, 1959 he married Freda Carruthers. They later divorced. On March 18, 1989, at Argyle Presbyterian Church he married Carolyn Hawes Fuger.
Survivors include his wife: Carolyn, son: Harlan (Lori) Pundt of Donnellson, Iowa; daughter: Denise (Aaron) Nichols of Donnellson, Iowa; daughter in-law: Kris Pundt of Aledo, Illinois; grandchildren: Joshua (Heather) Pundt, Jeremy (Beth) Pundt, Nicholas (Sydney) Pundt, Justin Pundt, Jessica (Justin) Fuller, Emily Roberts, Sara Roberts and Ryan Roberts. Carolyn’s children: John (Michelle) Fuger, Matt (Heather) Fuger; foster children: Tracy Krogmeier, Robin Ashton, David Keefe. Together they have nineteen grandchildren and thirty-seven great grandchildren. Also surviving two sisters: Donna Herzog of Kettering, Ohio and Norma Pundt of Fort Madison, Iowa.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Forrest Pundt; son: Myron Pundt, daughter at birth and foster daughter in-law Amy Keefe.
Harold served in the United States Army in 1958 through 1960. He owned and operated Pundt Trucking Company and retired from Wal-Mart Transportation. After retiring he mowed lawns in the Donnellson area. He was a member of Emmanuel Methodist Church in Keokuk and Green Acres Country Club. He served on Donnellson Fire and Rescue and was active with the Donnellson Jaycees. Harold enjoyed playing cards, bowling, golfing, jigsaw puzzles, and playing games on his tablet. He thoroughly enjoyed his grandchildren, great grandchildren, coffee club and attending grandson Jeremy’s races.
Friends may call after 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2022 at Argyle Presbyterian Church in Argyle, where the family will be receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Argyle Presbyterian Church with Pastor David Barrett officiating.
Burial will be held at Argyle Memorial Gardens in Argyle, Iowa.
A memorial has been established in his memory to Argyle Memorial Gardens or Emmanuel Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com. Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Des Moines County construction project is anticipated to begin March 28th with J-20 (Salem Rd/Agency Rd), on the west side of Geode Lake Dam, being closed to thru traffic during the entirety of the project. Construction is estimated to take approximately 6 weeks, weather permitting. This project will fully reconstruct roughly 800 feet of J-20 (Salem Road/Agency Road) extending west from the spillway bridge. Questions or concerns may be answered at 319 753-8241 or by email at office@dmcroads.org.
The Henry County Supervisors will continue to weigh the options for rural solid waste services presented to them by WEMIGA Waste. The Board meets in special session Wednesday afternoon (March 23) at 3:30 pm. Tuesday the Supervisors received one bid for Henry rural solid waste collection services. After the current service provider, Mike Prottsman announced he will no longer manage the collection operation as of the end of March, the Supervisors sent out requests for proposal. WEMIGA Waste, a local family owned company provided the Supervisors three options to choose from. One option is to continue to operate the Citizen Convenience Center on West Washington in Mount Pleasant Tuesday thru Saturday for a flat monthly fee of $14,800. The current four remote collection sites would no longer be available. A second option includes both the Mt. Pleasant site and the four remote locations. The monthly fee would be $21,400. But the Mt Pleasant location would only be open Friday and Saturday like it is now. The final choice is just four remote sites at $15, 300 a month. The Board plans to make a decision at the March 29 board meeting.
Rural residents should be aware that the week of March 28 thru April 2 solid waste collection services will not be available.
Henry County Jail
In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.
Date: 03-22-2022______
26 Henry County Inmates
55 Out of County Contract Inmates
81 TOTAL
John “Darrell” Hoskins, 81, of Donnellson, Iowa, passed away at 9:04 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 2022, at his home in Donnellson.
He was born on August 28, 1940, in Wyaconda, Missouri, the son of John and Ethel (Wagner) Hoskins. On September 30, 1961, he married Ruth Ann “Ruthie” Peterman at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Montrose, Iowa. She preceded him in death on February 27, 2016.
Survivors include his daughter: Darla (Mike) Eaves of Donnellson, Iowa; son: Jeff (Mary) Hoskins of Donnellson, Iowa; three grandsons: Tyler (Rachel) Hoskins, Jake Shannon and Jeremy (Kristen) Pickrel; four great grandchildren; three brothers: Henry “Hank” Gerveler, Everett Gerveler and Earl Gerveler; three sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; step-father: Henry Gerveler; wife: Ruthie; granddaughter: Amanda Ellison; sister and brother-in-law: Shirley (Toby) Marsh; nieces: Brenda, Polly, Cheryl; nephews: Anson, Adam and Danny.
Darrell was a graduate of Donnellson High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a farmer and worked at Sheaffer Pen Company and Fruehauf. He was a member of the Donnellson American Legion Gillaspey – Moodie Post #474. Darrell enjoyed farming, caring for his livestock, working on cars (he restored a 1931 Model A and several tractors and trucks) and he also enjoyed having a cold Blue Ribbon.
Friends may call after 12:00 noon, Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. that evening.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 25, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson.
Burial will be at Charleston Cemetery in Charleston, Iowa, with a flag presentation by the Donnellson American Legion.
Memorials have been established in his memory for Southeast Iowa Home Health and Hospice, Central Lee FFA or PAW Animal Shelter.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com. Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Barbara Jean Howell McAllister, 83, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Mt. Union, died Monday, March 21, 2022 at Halcyon House, Washington, Iowa. She was born March 1, 1939 in Washington County to Lawrence E. and Geneva F. Shebeck Howell. On June 25, 1961, she was united in marriage to Roger G. McAllister in Columbus Jct., Iowa; He died December 28, 2013. She was a graduate of Columbus Jct. High School and Iowa State University.
Before marriage and becoming a homemaker, she taught school for one year in Mt. Union. She was a member of the Mt. Union United Methodist Church and held various offices for United Methodist Women; served on the Winfield-Mt. Union school board for nine years; was a 60 year member of Chapter U T.T.T.; and a member of Winfield VFW auxiliary. Barbara was active in 4-H in her youth and later became a county 4-H judge and leader of the Canaanettes 4-H Club.
Survivors include her daughter Cynthia Lynn (Phillip) Archer of Bloomfield; son Curtis R. (Lauri Diehl) McAllister of Los Altos, California; grandchildren Sara and David McAllister; brother-in-law Tom Murphy; sister-in-law Nancy Howell; nieces and nephews. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Everette Howell and a sister Beverly Murphy.
The funeral service for Mrs. McAllister will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 27, 2022 at the Mt. Union United Methodist Church with Rev. Jim Shrimplin officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 2:00 at the church. A luncheon will be served after the service with burial following at Trinity Cemetery, rural Mt. Union. A memorial has been established for Mt. Union United Methodist Church.
Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.
