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Howard Eugene “Gene” Jonas

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Birth	:	6 Jun 1930 Pocahontas, Pocahontas County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	23 Jun 2009 Albert City, Buena Vista County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Fairfield Cemetery, Albert City, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.7783012, -94.9692001
Description	:	H. Eugene "Gene" Jonas, age 79, of Albert City, Iowa, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at the Pleasant View Home at Albert City. Howard Eugene "Gene" Jonas, the son of Frank and Irene (Eberle) Jonas, was born on a farm near Pocahontas, Iowa, on June 6, 1930. At an early age, Gene moved with his family to Rolfe, Iowa, prior to moving to Laurens. Gene lived most of his youth in Laurens and received his education there, graduating from Laurens High School in 1947. Gene exchanged his marriage vows with Marjorie Ryon at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Laurens, Iowa,... Read More	H. Eugene "Gene" Jonas, age 79, of Albert City, Iowa, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at the Pleasant View Home at Albert City. Howard Eugene "Gene" Jonas, the son of Frank and Irene (Eberle) Jonas, was born on a farm near Pocahontas, Iowa, on June 6, 1930. At an early age, Gene moved with his family to Rolfe, Iowa, prior to moving to Laurens. Gene lived most of his youth in Laurens and received his education there, graduating from Laurens High School in 1947. Gene exchanged his marriage vows with Marjorie Ryon at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Laurens, Iowa, on June 11, 1951, and this couple was blessed with three children: James, Diane, and Michael. Following their marriage, Gene worked at the local furniture store. In 1966, they began farming south of Laurens where they raised their family and resided for 29 years, retiring in 1995. Gene and Marge moved to Albert City in 1995 where they have lived their retirement years. Gene suffered a stroke in 1996. Since November of 2006, Gene has been a resident of the Pleasant View Home in Albert City. Gene was a renowned trumpet player in his father's orchestra, the Frank Jonas Orchestra. He shared his gift of music with many people throughout the 32 years he was a part of this musical group. Gene also had many other varied interests that included golfing and watching football and basketball games on television. He was an avid Hawkeye fan and followed their athletic teams. Gene and Marge had a lake home on Lost Island and they thoroughly enjoyed their times together there. Family was an important part of Gene's life and he especially was proud of his grandchildren and great grandchildren and received so much enjoyment from them. Gene cherished the times they shared together and the memories they created for him. Gene is lovingly remembered by his family: his wife: Marjorie of Albert City, Iowa, his children: Jim Jonas and Diane Jonas, both of Laurens, Iowa, and Mike and Sharon Jonas of Sioux Rapids, Iowa, his grandchildren: Alexis Dietz of Hampton, Iowa, Dominic, Jasmine, Lucas, and Hannah Jonas of Ankeny, Iowa, his two great grandchildren: Hunter and Emma Dietz, his mother: Irene Jonas of Fort Dodge, Iowa, three sisters: Dona Reitmeier of Bigelow, Minnesota, Lois Vander Schel of Chino Valley, Arizona, and Lucile Stumpf of Fort Dodge, other relatives, and the many friendships he established over the years. He was preceded in death by his father. Obituary & Photo is from The Sliefert Funeral Home

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Howard Eugene “Gene” Jonas's memorial is located at: Fairfield Cemetery, Albert City, Buena Vista County, USA.
When did Howard Eugene “Gene” Jonas death?
Howard Eugene “Gene” Jonas death on 23 Jun 2009 in Albert City, Buena Vista County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 42.7783012
Longitude: -94.9692001

Family Members:

Parent

Frank Albert Jonas

(1908 - 1989)

Irene Caletta Eberle Jonas

(1910 - 2010)

Spouse

Marjorie M. Ryon Jonas

(1930 - 2013)

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Albert City, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7783012, -94.9692001

2. Smith Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8142014, -94.9925003

3. Garton Family Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8297000, -94.9334500

4. Marshall Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7633018, -94.8930969

5. Saint John's Lutheran Cemetery
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6. Poland Township Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8610992, -94.9916992

7. Saint Johns Church Of Christ Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7108002, -95.0428009

8. Swan Lake Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8511009, -94.8925018

9. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7136002, -95.0650024

10. Calvary Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8403015, -94.8368988

11. Laurens Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.8438988, -94.8330994

12. Lincoln Township Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7413000, -95.1282000

13. Dover Township Cemetery
Varina, Pocahontas County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6896100, -94.8524200

14. Varina Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.6539993, -94.9339981

15. Saint Columbkilles Cemetery
Varina, Pocahontas County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6467018, -94.8443985

16. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Sioux Rapids, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8883018, -95.1324997

17. Newell Cemetery
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6123800, -94.9994800

18. Lone Tree Cemetery
Sioux Rapids, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8819008, -95.1492004

19. Osborn Cemetery
Webb, Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9346918, -95.0608244

20. Newell Catholic Prairie Cemetery
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6144000, -95.0328000

21. Burr Oak Cemetery
Herdland Township, Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9235992, -95.0907974

22. Garfield Township Cemetery
Webb, Clay County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9538994, -94.9392014

23. Little Sioux Valley Cemetery
Rembrandt, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8375015, -95.2074966

24. Saint Mary's Catholic Cemetery
Storm Lake, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6470000, -95.1660000