Tammy Ellen Youde-Jones, of Batavia, IA, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023, at the age of 60, with her family by her side. A time to remember and celebrate Tammy will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Cranston Family Funeral Home in Fairfield, IA with the family present to greet friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions in Tammy’s honor may be directed to the family and will be used to support organizations where she devoted her time and talents. Memorials may be left at the funeral home or mailed to 11328 Keystone Ave., Birmingham, IA 52535. Friends may leave online condolences at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.
She was born on July 2, 1963, in Cherokee, IA to Jerry and Joleen Bruce. She graduated from Aurelia High School and went on to receive her Associate’s Degree from Western Iowa Tech in Sioux City, IA.
She raised her family in Storm Lake, IA where she spent many days and nights attending sporting events and was active in community events like Balloon Days. When she found free time, Tammy could often be found at the lake riding jet skis, boating, soaking up the sun, camping and trail riding with friends. In Storm Lake, she began her 30+ year career in the radio industry, leaving a lasting impact on many of her colleagues.
In 2007, her career brought her to Southeast Iowa where she quickly became a center of influence in her community. She spent countless hours supporting community organizations like Rotary, Artwalk, RAGBRAI planning committees, FairFest, Power Wagon, the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center, Chamber Ambassadors and more.
In recent years, she devoted her time to officer roles with the Elks Lodge No. 1192 and the Greater Jefferson County Fair Board. At the Elks lodge, she served as Chaplain, Trustee, Secretary and was a member of several committees. She made a lasting impact on the Greater Jefferson County Fair Board serving as their Treasurer.
She held a strong commitment to serving others and her community.
She was an animal lover and enjoyed caring for her horses, chickens, ducks, goats, cats and dogs. Rona, her beloved chi-weenie, never left her side and accompanied her everywhere.
She will be remembered as a loving mother, Memaw, cherished friend and community leader.
Tammy is survived by two children, Tyler (Chaella) Youde of Omaha, NE and Morae (Karl) Metcalf of Birmingham, IA; four step-children, Nikki (Mike) Woods of Sioux City, IA; Matthew Jones, of Milford, IA; Amanda (BJ) Chavez of Sioux City, IA: and Drew (Karina) Jones of Alta, IA; grandchildren: Nolan, Landon, Sebastian, Michael, Madison, Raul and Isari; brothers Deloy (Wendy) Bruce, Darin (Angie) Bruce and sister, Tricia (Rusty) Tracy; numerous nieces, nephews and too many friends to count. Tammy was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Joleen Bruce, and niece Lindsey Reicks.
There is an opening on the Lee County Conservation Board for a new five-year term. Individuals, who are a resident of Lee County and are interested in being appointed by the Lee County Board of Supervisors to this voluntary term on the Conservation Board, should submit an application to the Lee County Auditor’s Office at 933 Ave H, Fort Madison 52627.
A board member has many duties assigned to them, and they must work well within a five member board. Conservation Boards are responsible to the taxpayers of the county to provide the best, diverse conservation/outdoor recreation program possible with the natural resources and funding available.
This is a five year term and the member will be selected based on how they demonstrate interest in conservation matters, as well as other criteria. This is an unpaid duty, but certain official county duties may be reimbursed.
Once appointed, county conservation board members become county officials and should work to address the conservation needs of the county in a positive, responsible manner. Conservation boards receive county tax money and other funds to carry out their duties.
The staff of Senator Chuck Grassley will hold traveling office hours in 21 Iowa counties from November 6 through November 17. Iowans seeking assistance regarding a personal issue with a federal agency or wishing to share views on matters of federal policy may stop by during the scheduled hours. The Senator will not be in attendance.
Grassley’s state offices regularly help constituents contact federal agencies to address problems with Social Security payments, military service matters, immigration cases, veterans’ benefits, IRS challenges and other issues. Iowans can also seek assistance via Grassley’s website.
“Serving the people of Iowa is my top priority. Traveling office hours held by my staff ensure Iowans’ concerns are heard and problems are solved,” Grassley said. “Throughout the year, my regional staff help Iowans navigate federal agencies and find solutions to a variety of issues regarding the federal government. I encourage anyone needing assistance to stop by my staff’s office hours in their area. Iowans can also reach out directly to any of my offices throughout the year.”
The traveling staff will host a town hall in Lee County and Henry County on Tuesday, November 7th. The regional director, Penny Vacek, will take charge at the West Burlington City Hall Council Chambers from 9:00am-10:00am, then head to the Donnellson City Hall Council Chambers from 11:30am-12:30pm. Afterwards, you will find them at 307 E Monroe St in Mt. Pleasant at 1:30pm for one hour.
The Henry County Conservation Board will hold their November 2023 Board meeting on Wednesday, November 8th, 2023, at 4:30 pm in the conservation board meeting room at the office in Oakland Mills.
Items on the agenda will include: South-Shore Sanitation System Update, Foot Bridge Discussion, Director Update, and Naturalist Reports.
Please contact the conservation department if you have any questions, 319-986-5067.
The City and School Elections will take place on November 7th, with polls open from 7:00am through 8:00pm. Qualified electors may vote, but they must present themselves as well as identification at the polls.
Depending on where you live, you may not vote in the same place as your friends. There are nine different precincts for citizens of Henry County.
If you live in the Trenton, Marion, or Jefferson Township (including Wayland, Olds, and the portion of Coppock within Henry) you will be voting at Wayland City Hall, 218 W Main St.
For those who live in the Canaan and Scott Townships (including Winfield and the part of Wayne Township*) you will vote at Winfield City Hall, 115 N Locust St, Winfield. *(that part of Wayne Township residents living east of James Avenue to 140th Street and south of 140th Street east of Highway 218 and south to the township line.)*
Voters who live in the Tippecanoe Township, Salem Township, as well as Salem, Hillsboro, and Center Townships, will cast their ballot at the Emergency Management Building, 900 W Washington St in Mt. Pleasant,
Precincts 4 through 7 will all vote at the Veterans Hall of Mt. Pleasant, 300 W Monroe St. If you are unsure which ward you live in, head to https://henrycounty.iowa.gov/election/ which lists out the wards and provides additional details.
New London voters will split between precinct 8 and 9. Jackson and Baltimore Township residents will be at New London Christian Church, 2770 New London Road.
Those in New London Townships (including the city of New London) will vote at 103 W Washington St, the New London Community Center.
Pre-registered voters are required to provide an approved form of identification at the polling place before receiving and casting a regular ballot. Voters who are not pre-registered – such as voters registering to vote on election day – and voters changing precincts must also provide proof of residence.
A voter who is unable to provide an approved form of identification may have their identity/residence attested to by another registered voter in the precinct, or prove their identity and residence using Election Day Registration documents.
For additional information about providing proof of identity and/or residence visit: https://sos.iowa.gov/voterid or phone (319) 385- 0756.
Any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the County Auditor’s Office at 319-385-0756 or e- mail sbarber@henrycountyiowa.us. For TTY access, dial 711 + (319)-385-0756
Joseph Bernard Stukerjurgen, 68, of Salem, Iowa, passed away at 1:19 p.m. Thursday, November 2, 2023 at his home.
He was born on April 27, 1955 , the son of Omer M. and Agnes Catherine (Kruse) Stukerjurgen.
Survivors include his mother Agnes; six sisters: Jane Nelson of Salem, Rita Pollmeier of Mount Pleasant, Rose Reitz of Wayland, Teresa Hymes of Salem, Mary Schnicker of Wayland, and Monica Szalma of Salem; three brothers: Jim Stukerjurgen of New London, Ben Stukerjurgen of St. Paul, and John Stukerjurgen of Salem. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, brother – in law Jeff Szalma, nephew Louis Pollmeier, and great nephew Jacob Pollmeier.
Joe was a member of St. James the Less Catholic Church. He enjoyed bailing hay and collecting old machinery.
A visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 5, 2023 at St. James Catholic Church in St. Paul, where the family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
A Parish Rosary will be recited at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, November 5, 2023 at the church.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 6, 2023 at St. James Catholic Church in St. Paul with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.
Burial will be at St. James Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established in his memory to Houghton Fire & Rescue.
Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
