James V. “Jim” Dunn, 48, of Cresco, IA lost his battle with cancer, Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at home in Cresco surrounded by his family. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 15, 2013 at the Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 404 North Elm St. Cresco, Iowa. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery Schley, IA. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the funeral home, and continue one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Monday. Jim was born on February 17, 1965 to Richard and Margaret (Kreitinger) Dunn in Des Moines, IA. On February 16, 2001, Jim married Becky Bina in Cresco, IA. Throughout his life Jim worked for Featherlite, Alum Line Trailers, Spillville Mill, JP Builders, and Johnson Farms. He enjoyed camping and sitting around a bon fire with family and friends, watching the Green Bay Packers and NASCAR, and tailgating at the Iowa Speedway. Jim loved spending time with his granddaughter Maycee. He is survived by his wife, Becky of Cresco, son, Michael of Colfax, IA, step son, Paul (fiancé Meagan Novotny) Sobolik and their daughter, Maycee of Cresco, IA, his father, Richard (Bonnie) of Des Moines, IA, step father, Howard Holdefer of Des Moines, IA, brother, Rick (Deb) of Cresco, sisters, Barb Miskimins of Des Moines, IA, and Kathy Lamb of Mingo, IA, father and mother-in-law, Art and Bev Bina of Cresco, IA, brother-in-law, Jerry (Lisa) Bina of Cresco, IA, sisters-in-law, Patty (Milan) Mohn of Protivin, IA, and Shirley (Rod) Williams of Des Moines, IA, aunt and uncle, Clem and Judy Smith of Cresco, IA, and several nieces and nephews. His mother, Margaret Holdefer, and grandparents, Vince and Evelyn Kreitinger, preceded Jim in death.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=bd0d284957Edward Peter Kriener, 80, died Sunday, March 31, 2013 at Cresco Care Center in Cresco, IA. A Mass of Christian Burial for Edward will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 5, 2013 at Notre Dame Catholic Church. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery Cresco, Iowa at a later date. Visitation will be held 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at the Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, Iowa with a scripture service to follow. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Edward was born on November 17, 1932 to Joseph and Julia (Kuennen) Kriener on the family farm in Waucoma, IA. On August 23, 1955 Edward married Marilyn Jane Houser. To this union three children were born, Gary (Lori) Kriener, Nancy (Mark) Hunziker, and Joe (Jadi) Kriener. In 1989 following the death of Marilyn’s sister they welcomed into their home her two young children, Carla (Cory Baldwin) Johnson, and Brent Fencl. Edward farmed in rural Howard Co. for many years and also bought and sold cattle for area farmers. Edward enjoyed following his grandchildren’s education and was so proud to see his grandsons and granddaughters participate in sports. Edward’s grandkids all knew when going to see Grandpa that he never called them by their given name as he had a special name for each and every one of them. Edward also enjoyed just being at home and sitting in the garage watching the people and cars go by and cheering on his beloved Minnesota Twins (No Yankee Fans), Edward then would yell to his two other boys Mac and Ole to come and go for a ride on his beloved golf cart. Edward enjoyed going to the casino win or lose, but especially when he won. Edward is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marilyn, his three children, Gary (Lori) Kriener, Nancy (Mark) Hunziker, Joe (Jadi) Kriener all of Cresco, IA, his niece, Carla (Cory Baldwin) Johnson of Cresco, and Brent Fencl of Minneapolis, MN, his grandchildren, Mitchell (Savanna Novak) Kriener of Cresco, IA, Olivia Kriener of Cedar Rapids, IA, Kari (Lorne) Byrnes of Owatonna, MN, Kali Hunziker of Cresco, IA, Kale (Angie Courtney) Hunziker of Cresco, IA, LANCE CPL Kole A. Hunziker of Kailua, HI, Kerigan Hunziker of Cresco, IA, Hayley Sobolik, Jacy Kriener, Joey Kriener, Logan Johnson all of Cresco, IA, two great grandchildren, Parker Byrnes of Owatonna, IA, and Mila Grace Hunziker of Cresco, IA, sisters, Alvina Imoehl of New Hampton, IA, Alice Klimesh of Protivin, IA, Rosalie (Jim) Pickar of New Hampton, IA, and Doris Weigel of Cedar Falls, IA, mother-in-law, Bernice Houser of Cresco, IA, sister-in-law, Dorothy Kriener of Fredericksburg, IA, and Janice (Jerry Maher of Valparaiso, NE, brother-in-law, Dan Houser of New Hampton, IA, Tom (Cindy) Houser of Riceville, IA, and Scott (Danae) Houser of Soloman, KS. Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Julia Kriener, brother, Henry Kriener, brothers-in-law, Jerome Imoehl, Glenn Klimesh, and Jack Weigel, nephews, Jeff Miller and Danny Jo Webb, sister-in-law, Joyce Webb and father-in-law, Arthur Houser. Rest in peace Dad, Grandpa, and Husband for the pain is gone, the Minnesota Twins will have a good season and we will love you forever.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=5bd3283607 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 2013, at Notre Dame Catholic Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation is from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, IA, with a scripture service to follow. Visitation will continue for an hour prior to the service at the church. Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend passed away on March 30, 2013 at Evans Memorial Home in Cresco after a distinguished and courageous fight against her aggressive illness. Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Dietzenbach was a fun loving, strong, hard-working woman. Kathy was born April 20, 1950, to William and Grace (Blomgren) Roche of Cresco, IA. She married Robert Alan Dietzenbach on December 30, 1967 at the Assumption Catholic Church in Cresco, IA. They made their home on a farm west of Cresco. They had three children: Phillip, Jeff, and Laura. Kathy found joy in baking (she always had a weakness for sweets), reading, gardening, sewing, animals, traveling (she loved the ocean), and spending time with her family and friends. She will be remembered as accomplishing more than most on any given day, so she could spare a few moments to enjoy some simple pleasures such as a good book; an episode of Seinfeld; or a phone call to one of her children or grandchildren. No matter what situation she encountered, her positive attitude and good natured spirit were admirable. She is survived by her husband, Robert Dietzenbach, and three children: Phillip Dietzenbach of Charlotte, NC; Jeff (Zuleide) Dietzenbach of St. Louis, MO, Laura (Scott) Berg of Salt Lake City, UT; 8 grandchildren: Amanda (Levi) Ledbeter, Nate Dietzenbach, Josh Dietzenbach, Alisha Dietzenbach, Emily Dietzenbach, Parker Berg, Zoe Berg and Abigail Berg; 3 brothers: William (Fran) Roche, Jim Roche, Tom (Regina) Roche; 3 sisters: Elaine Hosek, Mary (Mike) Schmauss, and Jo (Don) Fenske. Kathleen is preceded in death by her parents William and Grace Roche, her sister Caroline Thomas, and nephew Clint Roche.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=c9a5283604A Mass of Christian burial will be held for Russell “Rusty” A. Barnes of Cresco, Iowa 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 1st at Notre Dame Parish, Cresco. Visitation will be held on April 1st, 2013 one hour prior to services at the church. Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, IA is in charge of arrangements. Rusty, 91, died at the Cresco Care Center on Monday, March 25, 2013 where he had resided for the past thirteen months. He was a Cresco resident for nearly 80 years. Russell Adrian Barnes was born on March 14th, 1922 in Schley, Iowa the son of Michael and Verona (Novak) Barnes. He went to country school near Schley and was an altar boy at Holy Cross Parish in Schley. Rusty graduated from Notre Dame High School in Cresco. He enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and learned to fly in Kilgore, Texas. He was also stationed at Great Lakes Naval Academy in Chicago, IL and New Port, RI, where he was medically discharged on December 3, 1943. Rusty was united in marriage to Dorothy R. Hertges on May 17, 1948 at Ossian DeSales Catholic Church in Ossian, IA. They raised their family in Cresco and were the loving parents of Rebecca (Clair �" deceased) Patterson of Northwood, IA; John (Theresa) Barnes of Cresco; Michaeleen (John) Swanson of Lakeville, MN; Colleen (Kevin) Crow of Cresco and Daniel (Sue) Barnes of Adams, MN. Rusty and Dorothy were avid fishermen and spent most weekends on the Mississippi River. Rusty worked for Coast to Coast in Cresco, B&G Automotive in Cresco and later for Cresco City Hall. He was a member of the Cresco Wildlife Club and of the American Legion in Cresco and helped with many fish fries and bingo stands. Rusty is survived by his wife, Dorothy, his five children and thirteen grandchildren: Mike (Lisa) Patterson, Janna (Chad) Arndt, Jeremy Barnes, Sarah (Kilyn) Nuehring, Jacob Swanson, Michaela Swanson, Charlie Swanson, Jeffrey Crow, Stefanie Crow, Amber (Josh) Flatness, Cody (fiancée Samantha) Barnes, Cameron Barnes and Delanie Barnes and ten great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. He is also survived by one sister, Celeste Murphy of Bountiful, UT and four sisters-in-law, Virginia Barnes of Clinton, IA, Velma Hertges of Waterloo and Gladys Wolfe of Decorah, IA and Theresa Hertges of Ossian, IA and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Clair Patterson, seven brothers: Harry, Cornelius, Kenneth, Edmund (Cappie), Virgil (infant), Cyrus and Mark, five sisters: Inez Springer, Winifred Bily, Delores Brunni, Georgina Kovarik & Darlene Thompson also by many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=e9f0282740Andrew David Stika, 24, of Peoria, IL, formerly of Cresco, IA, lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Regional Health Services of Howard County. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, with Father Daniel Knipper officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at Heritage Events Center, 229 West 3rd Ave., Cresco, Iowa 52136, with a scripture wake service to be held at the end. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, 404 North Elm St., Cresco, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements. Andy was born September 1, 1988 at Regional Health Services of Howard County. He is the son of Dennis and Carol (McCarville) Stika. Andy is a 2007 graduate of Crestwood High School and a 2011 graduate of Iowa State with a degree in Civil Engineering. His degree brought him to be a hard-working Marketing Representative at Caterpillar in Peoria, IL. While he was at Iowa State he loved to be in the group Steel Bridge Club; his group competed in competitions and Andy’s group received high honors at Regionals and Nationals. Andy, also known as “Stix”, loved to do many things with family and friends. He loved to go camping, fishing, 4-wheeling, and snowmobiling. Andy was also known for being a good dancer, he loved to dance. He was active in 4-H his younger years, he showed cattle, pigs, and made lots of woodworking and visual arts projects. As people know Andy was one of the biggest Green Bay Packers and Iowa State Cyclones fan that someone could ever possibly be. He loved to cheer for his teams! During his time with cancer he began to pick up old hobbies like building Legos and model cars; he just added to his collection, which has grown to be very big. Andy was a very caring, loving, and understanding guy. He was nice to everybody and was never scared to talk to strangers. When Andy found out he had cancer, he had a very strong outlook on things. From day one he wanted to beat this. Andy was a fighter and was never going to give up and always prayed for a miracle. He fought till his last breath. Andy is a strong, very passionate guy for his family, friends, and when he went to work at Caterpillar. Even though he was sick and went through chemotherapy; he always continued to go back to work. He worked as hard as he could, and do as much as he could possibly do. Because of his dedication to his work, Caterpillar gave Andy an award for his work that showed strength, determination, and positive attitude. The prefix “NDY” which say Andy at its core will be the next prefix on a Track-Type Tractor. He was honored to get this award. Andrew is survived by his parents: Dennis and Carol (McCarville) Stika of Cresco, Iowa; Siblings: Cody (Kari Wester) of Paullina, Iowa, Casey of La Porte City, Iowa, and Kelsey of Mason City, Iowa; Grandparents: Leland “Bud” and Jean McCarville of Cresco, Iowa, and Edith Stika of Protivin, Iowa; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather Edmund Stika and one Uncle David Stika.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=875f282505Michael P. Slifka, 56, of El Centro, California, entered his final rest, on Saturday, March 23, 2013. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, IA. Visitation will be held 1:00 until 3:00 Saturday at the funeral home. Michael Slifka was born and raised in Minnesota. He started his career at a local truck shop where he met his first wife and started his family. Michael moved his family to Southern California after a vacation where he realized his affinity for the warm weather and mild climate. Over the next 30 years, Michael established a successful collaboration of auto service business throughout Southern California where his legacy remains today. Michael’s hobbies included traveling and visiting new places, relaxing by the pool or beach, BBQing and fishing. Michael survived by his wife Emelda Sandoval, children Jennifer, David (Michele) Slifka, late William Slifka; parents Betty and the late William Slifka, sister Pamela Slifka, brother Patrick (Spiff) Slifka, nieces and nephews; Stephanie (Jason) Farley, Zachary and Jonna Slifka, first wife; Theresa Slifka, second wife; Irma Slifka; step-children Carolina Sandoval, Joshua Garcia and Imperio Anderson. http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=ab5d283680Donald W. “Bud” Kach, 91, of Cresco, IA, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Regional Health Services of Howard County in Cresco, IA. Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home, 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, Iowa. Burial will be at a later date in New Oregon Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home on Saturday. Bud was born on February 21, 1922 to Ernest and Emma (Lewis) Kach in Howard County. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Bud married Phyllis Haise, and he farmed throughout most of his life together with his wife. After retiring from farming, Bud and Phyllis moved into Cresco. He enjoyed visits to the casino to try his luck. Bud also took pleasure in playing card and visiting with people. He could talk anybody’s ear off, whether they wanted to listen or not. Bud is survived by his sons, Doug (Mary) of Cedar Rapids, IA, Terry (Tracy) of Des Moines, IA, Mark (Jane) of Bakersfield, CA, and Randy of Albert Lea, MN and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Preceding him in death are his parents, wife, Phyllis, sisters, Irene Brenno, Mabel Balk, and Percy Kach, 2 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Memorials can be sent to United Methodist Church in Cresco, IA.http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=48a6282094Joseph L. “Joe” Bruns, 77, of Elma, IA, formerly of Cresco, IA, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2013 at Colonial Manor in Elma, IA. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at First Congregational Church Cresco, Iowa, with Pastor Tim Sir officiating. Burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, IA is in charge of arrangements. Joe was born November 20, 1935 in Hudson, IA to Louis and Cecelia (Gisler) Bruns. In 1955, Joe graduated from Hudson High School. On August 22, 1955, Joe was united in marriage to Janice “Jan” Pierce. He was employed as a chef, by trade, at country clubs and supper clubs. Joe enjoyed being outdoors, watching sports, and volunteering as a Scout Leader for several years. He was a wonderful singer, having the opportunity to sing at his children’s weddings. Joe and Jan loved to spend their time together dancing to big band music. Joe is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jan of Cresco, IA, sons, Jeff of Cresco, Paul (Tina) of Cresco, Jay (Karen) of Elma, John (Pam) of Greenfield, IA, his daughters, Jolene Melver of Sumner, IA, Allison (Merlin) Balik of Cresco, IA, 16 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, brothers, Charles of Waterloo, IA, and Steve of Hudson, IA, and sister, Ann Niedert of Dallas, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, LaVonne Welsh, brother, Jerome, and son-in-law, James “Jim” Melver. http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=f151281860Victor A. Langreck, 91, died Sunday, March 10th, 2013 at his rural Cresco home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2013 at Notre Dame Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14 at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 404 North Elm Street, Cresco, IA, with a scripture service to follow. The visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Victor Aloysius Langreck was born Jan. 25, 1922, in rural Fayette County near St. Lucas, Iowa. He was the fifth of 11 children of John and Catherine Langreck, with three brothers and seven sisters. He attended St. Luke's Catholic School. Victor enlisted in the U.S. Army on Dec. 28th, 1943. He served in battle in Northern France, the Ardennes, Rhineland, and Central Europe during WWII including the Battle of the Bulge. He ended his service on March 28th 1946 ranking as Staff Sergeant. He was awarded three overseas service bars:European, African, and Middle Eastern campaign medal with four bronze battle stars, a good conduct medal and a WWII victory medal. After military service he went to school in Omaha, NE for TV repair. Victor married Eva Busack on Jan. 17th, 1948 and worked for Western Bell Telephone Company in Red Oak, IA before moving to St. Lucas, IA and the family farm for one year.In 1949 he moved to Cresco at the same time his brothers Ray and Leo moved to their farms just north and south from his. In 1957 he moved to Milwaukee, WI where he worked for Allis Chalmers in the research lab before moving back to the farm in 1962 and what would be his home in rural Cresco for the next 50+ years. In retirement Victor enjoyed taking bus trips with CUSB, visiting with friends at the meal site, going to the public library where he would check out many magazines to stay up on current events and smoking his pipe. He enjoyed the many visits from grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved visiting the farm and the experiences that came with them. Even through a broken leg last year, he vowed to return to his beloved home on the farm. Survivors include his daughter Barbara (Tim) Murphy of Broken Arrow, OK; son Kevin (Sara) Langreck of Waverly: Six grandchildren; Karina (Eric) Shoemaker of Tulsa, OK, Kristopher (Mickala) Murphy of Tulsa, OK; Carter Langreck, Cody Langreck, Cayden Langreck and Carynn Langreck all of Waverly. Also four great-grandchildren: Austin Shoemaker, Alex Shoemaker, Arianna Shoemaker and Tinley Murphy all of Tulsa, OK.; siblings: Josephine Heying of West Union, Theresa Zipsie of Blooming Prairie, Minn., Colette Ameling of West Union, Dolores Buchheit of St. Lucas, Roger Langreck of St. Lucas, and Joyce Zoulek of Calmar. Victor was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters: Lena Pitzenberger of New Hampton and Lucy McNamara of Eagle Rock, Mo.; and brothers: Leo Langreck of Cresco and Ray Langreck of Cresco. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=326c280819William E. “Bill” Bouska, age 72, formerly of Cresco, Iowa passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at Riceville Family Care Center in Riceville, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home 407 Woodland Ave., Riceville, Iowa. Burial will be held at a later date in Riverside Cemetery Riceville, Iowa. Bill Bouska was born on September 18, 1940 in Schley, Iowa to William F. and Esther (Duneman) Bouska. Bill farmed, worked for Ingersoll Implement, and Featherlite in Cresco. After his wife died, Bill’s family took care of him at home. He resided at Country Winds Manor, formerly Howard Residentail Care Facility, for five years. Due to declined health he made his home at Riceville Family Care Center since Fall of 2011. He is survived by his children, Tim (Annie) Bouska of Rome, NY, Tom (Tamra) Bouska of Yorktown, VA, Jodi (Jeff) Kinney of Elkton, MN, and Julie (fiance Glenn Allen) Bouska of Cresco, Iowa, 6 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and sister, Kathy Bouska of Cresco, Iowa. Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia, parents, and a sister, Marion Scoles. http://obituaries.expressionstributes.com/?o=9bd0280714