Myrtle Mary Peitz, 92, of West Point, Iowa, passed away at 12:45 a.m. Monday, July 11, 2022, at the West Point Care Center, West Point, Iowa.

She was born on March 10, 1930, the daughter of Theodore and Pearl (Sonntag) Brinkschroeder in Fort Madison, Iowa. On August 27, 1949, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church she married Richard Edwin Peitz. He preceded her in death on December 14, 2010.

Survivors include her children: Diane (Richard) Jennings of West Point, Iowa, Cindy Kennedy of Farmington, Iowa, Susan (Rob) Gruener of West Point, Iowa, Daniel (Laura) Peitz of Decatur, Georgia, Randy (Pamela) Peitz of West Point, Iowa, Mark Peitz of Burlington, Iowa, Alan (Monica) Peitz of Perry, Iowa, David (Lori) Peitz of Republic, Missouri, Doug Peitz (Deanna Boyle) of Danville, Iowa; twenty-two grandchildren, thirty-two great grandchildren, two on the way and seven great great grandchildren. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one granddaughter, one daughter in-law, one son in-law, two sisters and one brother.

Myrtle graduated from Catholic Central High School in Fort Madison, Iowa. She was a homemaker, cook at American Legion and worked for Sheaffer Pen Company. She was a member of Saint Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church, the Altar and Rosary Society, past member of Saint Anns Daughters of Isabella. Myrtle volunteered for many years at the West Point Care Center. She enjoyed embroidering her flowers and especially enjoyed her family.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. noon Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. that evening. A parish rosary will be recited at 4:00 p.m. and a Christian wake service will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 2022 at  Saint Mary’s  of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.

Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in West Point, Iowa.

A memorial has been established for Saint Mary’s Catholic Church or Calvary 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.

Donald K. “Butch” Standley, 79, of rural Mt. Pleasant passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at his home.

His family will receive friends on Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Murphy Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant.  A memorial has been established in his memory.   Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant.

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

Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant is caring for his arrangements.

Larry P. Allen, 71, of Lockridge, died unexpectedly Friday, July 8, 2022, at his home.

Larry was born October 22, 1950, in Centerville, Iowa, the son of Zora and Viola “Ruth” (Crawford) Allen. He graduated from Centerville High School in 1968. He attended Iowa Wesleyan College for two years. He later received his BA from University of Phoenix. On February 7, 1970, Larry was united in marriage to Regina “Jeanie” Orr in New London. The couple moved to Tucson, AZ in 1977 where he worked for Industrial Motor and Control. The company transferred him to El Paso, TX where he worked until his retirement in 1995. The couple returned to Iowa in 1995 and made their home in Lockridge. Larry began working for Performance Pipe in Fairfield until his second retirement in 2012. Larry felt called to ministry and became a licensed local pastor for the United Methodist Church. He served as a minister for Longcreek United Methodist Church in Danville, New Sweden United Methodist Church in rural Lockridge, and Faith United Methodist Church in Libertyville before finally retiring in 2018. He was a faithful part of the Emmaus Community. He was an avid reader, especially of science fiction and fantasy. Larry was a big Iowa Hawkeye fan. He loved watching Iowa sports and continued to follow the careers of many Iowa players who went on to play professionally. He also enjoyed gardening and making his “special” fruit brandy.

Larry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jeanie; daughter Kelly Allen of Lockridge; son Derick (wife Shannon) Allen of Garmisch, Germany; three grandchildren Marie (husband Will) Crews, Johnathan Allen, Emma Allen; great grandson Charles Crews; two brothers Clair Allen, Dick Allen; sister Donna Ewing and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Joan Ervin, Joye Ritter, William Robert “Billy” Allen and an infant sister, Sharon Kay Allen.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 – 3:00 pm on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 3:00 pm. A memorial fund has been established for the American Heart Association and New Sweden United Methodist Church. The Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel is caring for Larry and his family.

Barry Holtgrewe, 88, of Mount Pleasant, died Friday, July 8, 2022, at Savannah Heights in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

Barry was born June 14, 1934, in Remsen, Iowa, the son of Elmer and Emily Mae (Eichhorn) Holtgrewe. He graduated from Remsen High School, attended Drake University for two years and received his bachelor’s degree in education from the University of South Dakota. On June 30, 1952, Barry was married to Lois Nothem in Elk Point, South Dakota. Barry began his career as a schoolteacher and coach in Norfolk, Virginia. He moved back to Iowa in 1960, to coach the Storm Lake boys’ basketball team, leading them to The State Title in 1968. He next coached the Iowa Wesleyan University men’s basketball team from 1970 – 1975, living in Mt. Pleasant. Barry retired from coaching in 1975 and moved to Spirit Lake, where he owned an insurance agency for over 30 years. While in Spirit Lake, he was member of Kiwanis, the First Presbyterian Church, and was selected as The 2011 Citizen of the Year. In 1990, Barry was inducted into the Iowa High School Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame and in 2019, he was inducted into the Iowa Wesleyan Athletic Hall of Fame. Barry enjoyed playing golf and watching a variety of sports. He attended the Drake Relays for more than 50 years; reuniting with former athletes was the highlight of the trip every year. Barry was a devoted grandfather, faithful mentor, and trusted friend. 

Barry is survived by 3 sons, David (Karen) Holtgrewe of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Kim (Jean) Holtgrewe of Mount Pleasant, Jeff (Betsy) Holtgrewe of Cherry Hills Village, Colorado; 10 grandchildren: Hilary (Jason) Prall, Ashley (Ryan) Hall, Amy (Johnnie) Willis, Michael (Katrina) Holtgrewe, Jason (Kelsey) Holtgrewe, Jared (Stacy) Holtgrewe, Catherine (Chris) Murray, Jenny (Phillip) York, David (Sarah) Holtgrewe, Mary Holtgrewe; and 13 great grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lois, son Brad, daughter-in-law Linda Holtgrewe, a great granddaughter Harlyn, and sister Barbara Lovrien. 

According to Barry’s wishes, his body will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in the Remsen Cemetery in Remsen, Iowa. A memorial fund has been established with the First Presbyterian Church in Spirit Lake. The Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel is caring for Barry and his family.