Helen Drummond

By Theresa Rose · Sunday, October 31st, 2021 at 2:09 pm CDT

Helen Drummond, 85, of Farmington, Iowa, passed away at 3:44 a.m. Friday, October 29, 2021, at the Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Mines, Iowa.

She was born on December 1, 1935, in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of Ralph, Sr. and Marie (Kay) Hall. On October 11, 1952, she married Bud A. Drummond in Keokuk, Iowa.

She is survived by her husband: Bud; children: Timothy (Diane) Drummond of Bonaparte, Matthew Drummond, Lisa Drummond, Pamela Drummond and Joseph Drummond all of Farmington; grandchildren: Adam (Jeremy) Drummond of Farmington, Jacob Drummond of Farmington, Tyler Drummond of Ottumwa, Tanner (Shaylee) Drummond of Cedar Rapids, Terra Jo (Tyler) Wiseman of Farmington and Trenton Drummond of Farmington; great grandchildren; Jaxon and Lennex Wiseman and Sagan Drummond; sister-in-law: Oneida Drummond – Stansbury and brother-in-law: Jerry (Karen) Drummond. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant son: Mark Aledo; sisters: Margaret Norvell and Shirley Allsup; brothers: Ralph Hall, Jr. and Pete William Hall

Helen was like a mother to all and Farmington’s babysitter for years. She was a member of Farmington Methodist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed her walls being full of pictures, her plants and flowers. She collected angels, chickens and geodes. Her biggest joy was being able to watch her grandchildren grow up and the short time that she was able to spend with her great grandchildren.

Friends may call after 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2021, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington, 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 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington with Pastor Chad Welch officiating.

Burial will be at Greenglade Cemetery in Farmington.

Memorials have been established in her memory for the Farmington Library or Wild Rose Park.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhome.com. Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements.

Alan Miller

By Theresa Rose · Sunday, October 31st, 2021 at 1:58 pm CDT

Alan Miller, 63, of Salem died unexpectedly Friday, October 29, 2021, at the Henry County Health Center.

Alan was born November 5, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Keith and LeAnn (Blind) Miller. Alan graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1976 and received an Associate’s Degree in Agriculture from Southeastern Community College. He married Polly Peterson in 1982, they later divorced. He lived and farmed in the Salem community all of his life. Alan was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and Houghton Knights of Columbus. He was the Henry County Commissioner on NRCS. He was a great supporter of the Salem School. Alan loved history, visiting museums, watching sports, listening to music, and spending time with his family.

Alan is survived by two brothers, Harlan (Peggy) Miller of Mount Pleasant and Howard Miller (friend Sally Naber) of Mount Pleasant; four nieces, Jennifer Kruse, Becky Miller, Karyn Spinner, Sara Fedler; eight great nieces and nephews, Kade, Emma, Jordan, Cole, Addison, Drew, Olivia, and Dylan; special friend Sally Johnson of Mount Pleasant; special kids Ben, Kate and Amanda; King Pop to Hannah, Jackson, Maddie, and Isabelle.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church of Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Father Dan Dorau Celebrant. Committal Services will follow in the St. Alphonsus Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Vigil Service will be held at 5:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. A memorial fund has been established for Salem School and Mount Pleasant Music Boosters. www.powellfuneralhomes.com

 

Dean D. Wurtzel

By Theresa Rose · Saturday, October 30th, 2021 at 12:51 am CDT

Dean D. Wurtzel, 82 of Danville died Friday, October 29, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.  Arrangements are pending at Elliott Chapel, New London.

 

A boil/bottled water order has been lifted for residents of Columbus Junction while it remains in effect for Columbus City.

By Theresa Rose · Friday, October 29th, 2021 at 8:26 pm CDT

A boil/bottled water order has been lifted for residents of Columbus Junction while it remains in effect for Columbus City.

The boil/bottled water order was issued by the City of Columbus Junction Wednesday for streets located south of the high school due to a water main break. The city has since received water sample results that show the water is safe to consume, while the order remains in effect for Columbus City as they await their test results. Those residents should either use bottled water or boil water for one minute before drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, or preparing food. Tap water can be used for bathing and similar purposes. Questions can be directed to Columbus City City Hall at (319) 728-2412.

Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda

By Theresa Rose · Friday, October 29th, 2021 at 3:31 pm CDT

AGENDA

 November 2, 2021

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes

9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update

Motion – approve construction plans – Dakota Avenue – HMA resurfacing

Motion – approve construction plans – Franklin Avenue – HMA resurfacing

Motion – approve construction plans – 220th Street – RCB culvert replacement

Motion – approve land purchase contracts – Dakota Avenue – HMA resurfacing

9:30 Determine Winter Hours for Solid Waste

Other County Business as time allows

Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates

 

Allan Miller

By Theresa Rose · Friday, October 29th, 2021 at 2:39 pm CDT

Allan Miller, 63, of Salem died Friday, October 29, 2021, at the Henry County Health Center. Services are pending at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel.

Public Health shares November vaccine clinic schedule

By Theresa Rose · Thursday, October 28th, 2021 at 8:57 pm CDT

Henry County Public Health continues to give the Moderna and J&J COVID-19 vaccine to anyone 18 and older at no cost. Booster shots have now been approved for adults 65 and older and those 18 and older living in long term care settings, with underlying medical conditions, or who live or work in high risk settings. COVID-19 vaccines are given by appointment only. Visit HealthyHenryCounty.org/covid for links to sign up for available appointments or call 319-385-0779 during business hours. Follow Facebook.com/HealthyHenryCounty for regular updates.

The flu vaccine is also available on a walk-in basis during regular immunization clinics: Tuesdays 9-11am, Wednesdays and Thursdays 1-4pm, and the 1st and 3rd Thursday 1-6pm. All regular vaccines remain available during those clinic times also. The flu vaccine is $35 unless they can bill your insurance so bring your insurance card. Public Health asks that you check-in online before you come if you are able to by visiting HealthyHenryCounty.org/immunizations. They will alert you when it is time to come inside to reduce waiting room traffic. There will be no immunization clinics on Thursday, November 11th or Thursday, November 25th as the office is closed both of those days.

Public Health is located at 106 N. Jackson St. in Mt. Pleasant. Masks are encouraged, they ask that you limit additional family members not receiving vaccines, and please stay home if you or your child are sick. They have a small waiting room, so these safety measures are in place to protect everyone coming to Public Health. For more information or if you have questions call Public Health at 319-385-0779.

KidSymphony Concerts

By Theresa Rose · Thursday, October 28th, 2021 at 8:32 pm CDT

Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra is extremely excited to present A New World for Kid Music
Lovers: an Anatomy of the Orchestra on Saturday, November 6th. The concert, which is free for
all children to attend, will feature Dvorak’s New World Symphony, Stephanie Berg’s Ravish and
Mayhem and movie music from The Magnificent Seven. Robert McConnell and SEISO will take
a light-hearted approach to introducing children and their families to the symphony orchestra.
The concert will include individual instrument demonstrations and the audience will be invited to
come on stage after the concert to see and hear the instruments up close.
Each concert lasts about 45 minutes – not too long for little ones to enjoy from beginning to end.
They’re inspiring, fast-paced and very entertaining. Tickets for KidSymphony concerts are sold
on our website www.seiso.us, and at the door ($5 for adults, kids are free).
KidSymphony Concert for Families in three locations on Saturday, November 6, 2021:
11:00 a.m. Bridge View Center in Ottumwa
2:00 p.m. Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant
4:30 p.m. Capitol Theater in Burlington
Detailed information about concerts, schedules, tickets and other programs is available on the
orchestra’s web site: www.seiso.us