Carl Loyd

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 17th, 2024 at 5:46 am CDT

Carl “Pokey” Harold Loyd, 75, of New London, died Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home.  He was born in Burlington on October 20, 1948 to James Arthur “Bud” and Ida Frances Wise Loyd.  He was a 1966 graduate of New London High School.  In 1967 he married Vicki Colby; they later divorced.  On May 2, 1987 Carl married Anna (Baxter) Woodsmall in New London.

Carl was a lifelong farmer and owner and operator of Carl Loyd Trucking; drove for Dickey’s Prairie Home, New London Coop, Aldi Foods, and retired from WalMart Transportation.

He was a fifty-year member of New London Mason Lodge AF & AM #28; and a member of New London Jaycees, Ruritans, and formed the New London wrestling boosters; and supported Dollars for Scholars.  He was very involved in his community.  He enjoyed NASCAR and collected diecast banks.  Most importantly, Carl loved his family and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud.

Carl is survived by his wife, Anna; his sons, David Dewey Loyd, Dominick Darrin (Jamie) Loyd, Damon Drew (Jennifer) Loyd, Brendon Michael (Kara) Woodsmall, all of New London, and Timothy Keith (Lacey) Woodsmall of Livingston, New Jersey; one brother Leslie (Kathy) Loyd of New London; one sister Wilma Townley of Burlington; ten grandchildren, Culley, Bryce, Samuel, Layney, Carlie Jo, Nick (Bubba), Marlianna, Bronson, Lillian and Leo; two great-grandchildren, Kylie and Hagen; nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter-in-law Denise Loyd; two grandsons; and one granddaughter.

The funeral service for Mr. Loyd will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, June 20, 2024 at New London Christian Church with Pastor Nathan Cooper officiating.  Visitation will begin at noon on Wednesday at the church.  A Masonic service will be at 4:00 pm, with the family greeting friends following until 7:00 pm.  Memorials have been established for Black and Gold Backers and New London Wrestling Boosters.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

 

June 17, 2024 – June 23, 2024

By Allison Jacobs · Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 4:06 pm CDT
06/17/24
Gaila Oschwald
06/17/24
Mikayla Cowen
06/18/24
Reese Coffman
06/18/24
Ann Noel
06/18/24
Lyndsey Kaufman
06/19/24
Lynn Riley
06/19/24
Jim Sefton (Hamilton, Ohio)
06/19/24
Jack Schimmelpfennig
06/19/24
Laura Shaffer
06/19/24
Bruce Breuer
06/19/24
Nancy Thuma
06/19/24
Nancy & David Sutherland *Anniversary
06/19/24
Zane Long
06/20/24
Samuel Carrasco (Twin A!)
6/20/24
Sawyer Carrasco (Twin B!)
06/20/24
Matt Schimmelpfennig
06/20/24
Mara Hobbs
06/20/24
Dennis Wesely
06/20/24
Pam Kindig
06/20/24
Bob & Janet Roth *Anniversary
06/21/24
John Murphy
06/21/24
Lucy Dingman
06/21/24
Jason Cook
06/21/24
Colson McNamee
06/21/24
Kolton Gardner
06/21/24
John Murphy
06/21/24
Rozella Schroeder - 93
06/21/24
Darrell "Toad" Thompson
06/22/24
Haleigh Cowan
06/22/24
Jerry Smith
06/22/24
Charlie & Nicole Rose
06/23/24
Jean Ann Sparrow
06/23/24
Jeep & Doris Grilliot *Anniversary (62nd)

NWS-Hot, Humid Next Week

By Allison Jacobs · Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 6:35 am CDT

The National Weather Service is predicting an extended period of hot and humid conditions for next week.  Temperatures in the 90s and heat indexes in the mid to upper 90s can be expected through at least the middle of next week.

Heat can escalate quickly and here are some tips:  never leave people or pets in a closed car, drink plenty of water, even if you are not thirsty, wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing, spend time in air conditioning and in the shade.

The National Weather Service is predicting record warm low temps on Monday and Tuesday. Rain chances move into the forecast mid-week and that may bring some relief to the heat before the end of the week.

So, if you have outdoor plans for Father’s Day, be ready for hot and humid conditions!

New London 4th of July Parade-enter now!

By Allison Jacobs · Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 6:34 am CDT

The theme of this year’s 4th of July parade in New London is “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue” and is sponsored by the New London VFW Post 7641 Auxiliary.  Not only is the parade honoring the U.S.A., but special honors go to Quilt of Valor Recipients.  Diana Klaus, organizer of this year’s event, is inviting people to enter a float or a decorated bicycle in this year’s parade to make it the best ever… and there will be prizes!  $50 for 1st place, $25 for 2nd place and youth entries winners receive $25 for 1st place and $10 for 2nd place.

Entries are due by Monday, July 1, 2024.

Pick up entry blanks at the New London VFW or by emailing Diana Klaus at sniper2@mchsi.com.

The parade begins at 10:00am at the New London High School and will travel along Main Street.

Sports, June 15th

By Slaten Swords · Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 6:30 am CDT

High School Baseball

Winfield-Mt. Union split their doubleheader against Lone Tree last night, falling 3-2 in game one and winning 7-5 in game two. Riley Kaalberg tabbed the only RBI in game one. Cole Milks swatted two doubles and tallied three RBIs in game two as Trevor Phillips picked up the win on the mound, striking out 11 batters in 5.2 innings of work. The Wolves will compete against Wapello on Monday, June 17th, on the road. 

Central Lee stomped West Burlington last night 7-1. Brock Thuleen knocked home the only run for the Falcons, while Bo Herdrich finished with two RBIs at the plate and the win on the mound for the Hawks. 

West Burlington will take on Highland on Monday at 5:30 pm at home. 

Central Lee will face off against Burlington Notre Dame on Tuesday, June 18th, on the road at 5:30 pm. 

Burlington Notre Dame defeated Van Buren County last night 8-3. Aiden McEntee went 2 for 3 with two RBIs in the loss. The Warriors will square off against Wapello on Wednesday, June 19th, on the road at 5:30 pm. 

New London will take on Pekin on Monday at home at 5:30 pm. 

Mt. Pleasant will travel to Fairfield on Monday for a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Fairfield struggled in their doubleheader against Central DeWitt last night, losing game one 8-3 and falling in game two 15-3. Caden Allison finished with two RBIs in game one and Tallon Bates tabbed two RBIs between the two contests. 

Danville will face off against West Burlington on Tuesday at 5:30 pm on the road.  

Mediapolis will take on Highland on Wednesday at 5:30 pm on the road. 

High School Softball

WACO fell to Highland in both games of their doubleheader last night, 19-0 in game one and 14-0 in game two. The Warriors will take on Columbus on Tuesday, June 18th, at 5:30 pm at home. 

Danville defeated Holy Trinity Catholic last night 12-7. The Bears will compete against West Burlington on Tuesday at 7 pm. 

Holy Trinity Catholic will participate in the Hillcrest Tournament today with a matchup against English Valleys. 

Central Lee slammed the door on West Burlington’s 7th inning comeback attempt to win 9-8. Logan Kelley smacked a home run and brought home two runs for the Falcons. The Hawks will host Columbus on Monday, June 17th, at 7 pm. 

New London fell to Mediapolis last night 13-0. Avery Bandy and Avalynn Prall each collected three RBIs in the winning effort. The Tigers will travel to Cardinal for a tournament today. 

Mediapolis will face off against Louisa-Muscatine on Monday at 7:30 pm at home. 

Fairfield and West Burlington will compete in a tournament today at Oskaloosa. 

Mt. Pleasant will compete in a tournament at Wapello today. 

Winfield-Mt. Union will square off against Wapello on Monday at 5:30 pm on the road. 

Van Buren County will host Hillcrest Academy on Monday, June 17th, at 7 pm. 

High School Cross Country

Mt. Pleasant will be starting their optional summer runs on Monday, June 17th. The runs are a great way to get in shape and to run with others. The runs are available for 7th through 12th graders and will often be led by upperclassmen as coaches may not be present for every run.

On Mondays and Wednesdays the runs will start at 6:30 am at the Old Threshers Museum Theatre and on Tuesdays and Thursdays they will be at Saunders Park by the swimming pool at 7 pm. 

If you have any questions, contact Coach Murray at 319-850-0867. 

Prospect League

The Burlington Bees snapped their four game losing streak last night with a 4-2 home victory against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp. Cooper Donlin and Merrick Matthews each picked up an RBI in the win as Bobby Helt went 6.2 innings, notching three strikeouts in the win. 

The Clinton LumberKings could not contain the late surge of the Lafayette Aviators last night, losing 14-9. RJ Sherwood slugged a double and tallied a team leading three RBIs. 

The Bees will host the LumberKings tonight at 6:30 pm. 

This Day in Sports History

1928 – Philadelphia Athletics baseball player Ty Cobb, steals home for a record 54th time.

1976 – Rain out! The Astrodome cancels the game as heavy rains make it difficult for the visiting team and the umpires to get through flooded streets to the stadium.

2019 – Baseball jersey belonging to Babe Ruth becomes the most expensive sports memorabilia when it sells for $5.64 million at an auction in New York.

Robert “Bob” Leisy

By Allison Jacobs · Friday, June 14th, 2024 at 10:49 am CDT

Robert A. “Bob” Leisy, 86, of Donnellson, Iowa, passed away at 11:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the Keosauqua Health Care Center.

He was born on September 26, 1937, in Lee County, Iowa, the son of Howard W. and Alice C. (Scheffler) Leisy.

He is survived by his twin sister Roberta  Krehbiel; one niece Doris (Harlan) Unruh of Peabody, Kansas; three nephews: Darrell (Tammy) Krehbiel, Willis (Laura) Krehbiel, and Dennis (Linda) Krehbiel; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Rudolph H. Krehbiel III.

Bob was a 1955 graduate of Donnellson High School and was a member of Zion Mennonite Church.

He served as the president of several banks throughout the Midwest, He retired back to Donnellson to be near his family. He was a pilot, serving many locals, experiencing their first airplane ride.

His body has been entrusted to Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.

The Family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson with Pastor Gordon Hawkins officiating.

A memorial has been established in his memory for PAWS Animal Shelter or Zion Mennonite Church.

Burial will be at a later date in Evangelical Cemetery in Donnellson.

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

Sports, June 14th

By Slaten Swords · Friday, June 14th, 2024 at 6:31 am CDT

High School Baseball

Thunderstorms rolled through southeast Iowa last night causing most of our local games to be rained out.

Winfield-Mt. Union and Hillcrest Academy were able to play their game last night, however, as the Ravens defeated the Wolves 12-5. Micah Gerber, Mason Bender, Rowan Miller, and Phoenix Anderson each tabbed two RBIs for the Ravens. Winfield-Mt. Union will host Lone Tree tonight for a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Burlington Notre Dame will make the trip to Van Buren County tonight at 5:30 pm. 

Danville will face off against West Burlington on Tuesday, June 18th, at 5:30 pm on the road.  

Mediapolis will take on New London tonight at 5:30 pm on the road. 

Central Lee will face off against West Burlington tonight at 5:30 pm at home. 

Mt. Pleasant had their road contest against Burlington rained out last night. The Panthers will travel to Fairfield on Monday, June 17th, for a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Fairfield will host Central DeWitt tonight for a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. 

High School Softball

WACO fell to Wapello last night 12-0. The Warriors will travel to Highland tonight with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Winfield-Mt. Union traveled north to Mount Mercy University to face off against Hillcrest Academy and a late rally by the Wolves ended short of the win, 10-7 in favor of the Ravens. Quin Smith picked up three RBIs as she slapped an inside-the-park home run. The Wolves will host a doubleheader against Lone Tree tonight with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Danville will compete against Holy Trinity Catholic tonight at home with first pitch at 7 pm. 

Central Lee will take on West Burlington tonight at 7 pm at home. 

New London will face off against Mediapolis tonight at home with first pitch at 7 pm. 

Van Buren County will host Hillcrest Academy on Monday, June 17th, at 7 pm. 

Fairfield and West Burlington will compete in a tournament tomorrow, June 15th, at Oskaloosa. 

Mt. Pleasant will compete in a tournament at Wapello tomorrow. 

High School Cross Country

Mt. Pleasant will be starting their optional summer runs on Monday, June 17th. The runs are a great way to get in shape and to run with others. The runs are available for 7th through 12th graders and will often be led by upperclassmen as coaches may not be present for every run.

On Mondays and Wednesdays the runs will start at 6:30 am at the Old Threshers Museum Theatre and on Tuesdays and Thursdays they will be at Saunders Park by the swimming pool at 7 pm. 

If you have any questions, contact Coach Murray at 319-850-0867. 

Prospect League

The Burlington Bees hit the road last night to face off against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp but rain halted the game in the 5th inning with the Bees leading 11-10 with a runner on third base and two outs in the inning. Reese Moore clubbed a triple and tallied two RBIs along with Merrick Mathews. The game will be finished on June 19th.

The Bees will host the Pistol Shrimp tonight at 6:30 pm. 

The Clinton LumberKings exploded for five runs in the 5th inning to defeat the Lafayette Aviators 7-5. Clay Jacobs finished with a double and three RBIs in the win. The two will have a rematch tonight at 6:30 pm in Clinton. 

This Day in Sports History

1870 – The all-pro Cincinnati Red Stockings suffered their first loss in 130 games.

1966 – Miami beats St. Petersburg (Florida State League) 4-3 in 29 innings. It is the longest uninterrupted game in professional baseball history.

2021 – Cristiano Ronaldo removes sponsors’ coke bottles from his press table at the European Championships, prompting the company share price to drop $4 billion.