August 15th, Sports

By Slaten Swords · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 10:24 am CDT

Mt. Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Middle School is hosting a Back to School 3 vs. 3 Basketball Tournament coming up on August 20th. The tournament is open to 3rd through 8th graders. The cost to enter is $60 per team and registration is due by August 15th. With questions, you can contact Ronnie Ashton at reash10@yahoo.com.

Winfield Mt. Union

Winfield Mt. Union will be hosting a meet the players event for this Thursday, August 18th. The event is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm, with player introductions of the Fall Sports Teams taking place at 7 pm on the football field.

New London Tigers

The New London Tigers football season kicks off this Friday, August 19th as they look to defend their home turf against the visiting Moravia Mohawks. KILJ will have the call from New London.

Brittney Griner’s Defense Team Files Appeal

Phoenix Mercury’s star center, Brittney Griner, appealed her 9-year Russian prison sentence. Griner was playing for a Russian professional team when she was arrested after Moscow’s airport found vape canisters containing cannabis oil in her luggage.

Griner’s lawyer, Maria Blagovolina, stated that the average sentence in similar cases was about 5 years, with a third of them granted parole. Griner admitted she had the canisters in her luggage but had no criminal intent and had done so on accident. Her defense team presented that the cannabis had been prescribed to treat pain.

Discussions for a swap between the two countries have been ongoing.

Alex Bregman Delivers

The Houston Astros hosted members of the Uvalde community for their game on Sunday against the Oakland Athletics. The team chartered 500 family members and friends of the victims of the May 24th mass shooting at Robb Elementary School to Sunday’s game for “Uvalde Strong Day.”

A little girl requested Jose Altuve to hit the home run, but it was Alex Bregman who came through with the 2-run home run in the bottom of the first. The Astros won 6 to 3 over the Athletics.

Bregman expressed his gratitude after the game, “It was great … just to have them here to be able to watch an Astros win.” The team also had fundraising efforts throughout the game, with all the proceeds going to help those affected by the shooting.

Today in Sports History

1970 – Mrs. Pat Palinkas became the first woman to ‘play’ in a pro football game when she held the ball for the Orlando, FL, Panthers.

1984 – Pete Rose returned to become player and manager of the Cincinnati Reds. He had been away from his hometown for six years. Rose had been in Philadelphia and Montreal.

1993 – Nolan Ryan got his 324th and final victory. The Texas Rangers beat the Indians 4-1.

1997 – The Los Angeles Dodgers retired Tommy Lasorda’s #2.

Gordon G. Martin

By Allison Jacobs · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 6:19 am CDT

Mr. Gordon G. Martin, 69, of Augusta, died Sunday, August 14, 2022 at his home.  Friends may call after 9:00 a.m. on Friday, August 19 at Elliott Chapel, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to an 11:00 a.m. service.  Pastor David Mixon will officiate with interment following at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Mount Pleasant.  A memorial has been established to Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Online condolences may be left at elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Theresa E. Wamer

By Allison Jacobs · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 6:19 am CDT

Theresa E. (nee Specht) Wamer, 59, of Salem, IA, formerly of Davenport, IA, Carmel, IN and Park Forest, IL, died Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport.

The funeral mass for Theresa will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 17 at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Houghton, IA. The Revs. Dan Dorau and Andrew Rauenbuhler will concelebrate the mass. Burial will be in the St. John Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 9-10 AM on Wednesday at the church. Friends may call to sign the register and pay respects from 12-8 PM on Tuesday at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, IA.

Memorials may be directed to the family. On-line condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfuneralhome.com.

Theresa Elizabeth Specht was born February 17, 1963 in Chicago, IL. She was the daughter of Robert Gregory and Bernadine (nee Kruszynski) Specht. She lived in Park Forest before moving with her family to Carmel, IN. She graduated from Carmel High School in 1981. During her high school years, she played violin and was the 1st Chair of the Violin I section of the Indianapolis Youth Symphony. She matriculated to Ball State University and was conferred with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She furthered her education at Capella University, earning her master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy.

While at Ball State, Theresa met her future husband. On July 26, 1986 at St. Wamer.

Theresa’s career highlights include her positions as Assistant Criminal Court Clerk Supervisor of Marion County (Indianapolis), IN, Tabulations Manager for PMR Research and Donor Recruitment Coordinator for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, both in Davenport.

Theresa was very active in multiple volunteer organizations. For 10 years, she was the Coordinator of Service Meals (for the underprivileged) of Sacred Heart Cathedral Parish of Davenport. She was active in several neighborhood organizations, most notably the Hamburg Historic District of Davenport. When time permitted, Theresa enjoyed gardening and raising chickens. She was a voracious reader, completing an untold number of books.

Those thankful for sharing in Theresa’s life include her husband, Robert, of Salem; her parents, Robert and Bernadine Specht of Monmouth, IA; her children – Richard Willer (Laura Schnack) of Silvis, IL, Jacqueline Cohoon (Craig) of Davenport, Kameron Wamer (Zoe Rae Lozano) o f Davenport and Kajohnique Wamer of Fairfield, IA; her brothers – Stephen Specht of Kokomo, IN and Robert Todd Specht of Davenport; her sister-in-law, Stacy Specht of Noblesville, IN; her grandchildren – Dylan, Madeline, Jace, Connor, Eleanore and Cecelia; Robert’s siblings – Liz Borgman (Tony) of Phoenix, AZ, Debbie Wamer-Quinlyn (Robert) of Columbus, IN, Richard Wamer, Jr. (Dina Delaney) of Tucson, AZ and Joni Wamer of Indianapolis;

Theresa is preceded in death by her “beloved baby brother” – Wayne Stanley Specht, her mother & father-in-law, Richard & Gloria Wamer; her sister-in-law – Gloria Wamer-Holmes and her grandmother – Eleanore Kruszynski.

Dolores V. Freitag

By Allison Jacobs · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 6:18 am CDT

Dolores V. Freitag, 104, of West Point, Iowa, passed away at 4:45 p.m. Friday, August 12, 2022, at the West Point Care Center.

Born on July 18, 1918, in West Point, Iowa, the daughter of Ben and Theresa (Merschman) Wellman. On February 14, 1939, she married Cletus Freitag at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, Iowa. He preceded her in death on November 12, 1955.

Survivors include one son: Mark (Mary) Freitag of Billings, Montana; three grandchildren: Chad (Anya) Freitag, Amy (Jeff) Berve, Ryan Freitag; five great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two step-grandchildren, four step great grandchildren; one great-great step grandchild; one sister: Phyllis Ward of West Point, Iowa; one brother: Ron (Linda) Wellman of West Point, Iowa; one sister in-law: Marilyn Wellman. Also surviving are  several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters: Virginia and Crescentia;  four brothers: Bob, Stanley, Paul and Donald in infancy.

Dolores was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, the Altar and Rosary Society, St. Anns Circle Daughters of Isabella, several card clubs, the study club and the West Point Historical Society. Dolores farmed with her husband until his death. She then worked several years at Freitag Implement and later became the Postmaster of the West Point Post Office until her retirement in 1984. Dolores enjoyed traveling, quilting, playing scrabble, volunteer work and most of all being with family.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 P.M. Friday, August 19, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A parish rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m. and a Christian wake service will be held at 6:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.

Burial will be in Saint John’s Cemetery in Houghton, Iowa.

A memorial has been established for Holy Trinity Elementary School or Saint John’s Cemetery.

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

 

Dennis E. Fraise

By Allison Jacobs · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 6:16 am CDT

Dennis E. Fraise, 66, of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Dennis was born November 26, 1955, in Mount Pleasant, the son of Victor and Jean (Peterman) Fraise. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1975. Dennis worked for Staats, Buff’s Truckstop and Community Actions. He served on the Salem Volunteer Fire Department, was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Dennis could be found selling collectibles at flea markets, or on the hunt for his next great treasure at yard sales. He enjoyed his cats, attending Salem Old Settlers and Midwest Old Threshers.

He is survived by two sisters, Joan Panos of Mount Pleasant, Ann Griffin of Fairfield; brother Michael (Becky) Fraise of Mount Pleasant, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Tom and Mark; and two sisters Kathy Fraise and infant Veronica.

A Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 am Saturday, August 20, 2022, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, with Rev. Paul Connolly as celebrant. Inurnment will be in the St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday from 2:00-7:00 pm at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel where family will greet friends from 4:00-7:00 pm. A Rosary will be recited at 7:00 pm. A memorial fund has been established for St. Alphonsus Catholic Church and Vintage Raven (Cat Shelter). www.powellfuneralhomes.com

Rosa L. Prevett

By Allison Jacobs · Monday, August 15th, 2022 at 6:15 am CDT

Rosa L. Prevett, 81, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at her daughter’s home.

Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant.  A graveside service will be held at a  later date

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com

Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for her arrangements.

August 15, 2022 – August 21, 2022

By Allison Jacobs · Sunday, August 14th, 2022 at 11:08 am CDT
08/15/22
Aaron Dale
08/15/22
George DeWall
08/15/22
Lesa Fitzpatrick
08/15/22
Cynthia Smith
08/15/22
Luann Nichting
08/15/22
Leann Lund
08/16/22
Joe Beames
08/16/22
Rick & Rita Mullin - 42 year anniversary
08/16/22
Todd Broeker
8/17/22
Debra Lyon
08/17/22
Brennan Eads
08/17/22
Dixie Booten
08/17/22
Noah Westphal (6)
08/18/22
Steven (Steve, Charlie) Gholson
08/18/22
Virginia Styron
08/18/22
Thomas Tipton
08/18/22
Martha Wick
08/18/22
Sue Mabeus
08/18/22
Megan Ireland
08/18/22
Seth Krabill
08/18/22
Jane Woodsmall
08/18/22
Wayne & Connie Beckman Anniversary
08/18/22
Marcus & Courtney Mullin - 10 year anniversary
08/19/22
Doug Alexander
08/19/22
Susan Kerr
08/20/22
Jim Leduc
08/20/22
Jim DePriest (60)
08/20/22
Nathaniel Peiffer
08/21/22
Katelynn Gardner
08/21/22
Bruce Krause
08/21/22
Michael Reynolds
08/21/22
Cameron Watson
08/21/22
Eric Martin
08/21/22
Oaklyn Mullin (5)
08/21/22
Chris Thornton

August 13th, Sports

By Slaten Swords · Saturday, August 13th, 2022 at 8:45 am CDT

Mt. Pleasant 

Mount Pleasant Middle School is hosting a Back to School 3 vs. 3 Basketball Tournament coming up on August 20th. The tournament is open to 3rd through 8th graders. The cost to enter is $60 per team and registration is due by August 15th. With questions, you can contact Ronnie Ashton at reash10@yahoo.com.

Iowa Wesleyan Soccer

Iowa Wesleyan’s fall sports will officially get underway next week as both the men’s and women’s soccer teams have games scheduled. 

The Men’s team travels to Southeastern Community College August 19th to kickoff the season. Their first home game is August 21st against North Iowa Area Community College. 

The Women’s team begins their season traveling to face off against William Penn University on August 20th. Their first home game will take place August 27th when St. Mary-Of-The-Woods College travels into town.

Fernando Tatis Jr. Faces 80 Game Suspension

The young San Diego Padres superstar, Fernando Tatis Jr., tested positive for Clostebol, which violates Major League Baseball’s Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. Tatis will not appeal the suspension saying that it was a mistake as he did not know the medication he was taking to treat Ringworm contained the banned substance. Tatis missed the first four months of the season due to a motorcycle accident that broke his wrist requiring surgery and was on a Minor League rehab assignment before the suspension went into effect Friday. 

Padres general manager, AJ Preller, expressed disappointment in his statement about the situation, “I think from our standpoint, obviously he’s a great talent, he’s a guy we have a lot of history with and do believe in, but these things only work when there’s trust both ways.” 

Tatis will not be allowed to play for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic and fans will have to wait until early in the 2023 season before he will be on the field again.

Zach Wilson Leaves Preseason Game Limping

The New York Jets’ starting quarterback, Zach Wilson, had a rough start against the Philadelphia Eagles in Friday’s preseason game. Wilson threw an interception on the fifth play for the Jets. Four plays later, as Wilson was moving out of the pocket, his knee buckled and he hit the turf awkwardly. He attempted to limp off but went back down in pain. Wilson missed four games last year after spraining his PCL against the Patriots in week 7. The Jets are looking to improve from their 4-13 record last year.

Today in Sports History

1979: MLB’s St. Louis Cardinals Lou Brock tallies his 3,000 career hit. He was the 14th player to do so. 

1993: Blue Jays’ outfielder Rickey Henderson pays $25,000 to Turner Ward for the number 24.

2016: Michael Phelps ends his Olympic career at the Rio Olympics as part of the gold medal winning 4X100 medley relay team, it was his record 23rd gold medal.