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Richard J Mennenga

Birth	:	4 Feb 1924 Shell Rock, Butler County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	10 Feb 2013 Clarksville, Butler County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Lynwood Cemetery, Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.7832985, -92.6810989
Description	:	Richard J. Mennenga, age 89, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born on February 4, 1924, in rural Butler County, near Shell Rock, Iowa, the son of Jerry and Ella (Ooster) Mennenga. He attended school in Shell Rock through the 8th Grade and later completed his education. Richard enlisted in the United States Army on December 8, 1944, and was a recipient of the World War II Victory Medal and American Theater Medal. He was honorably discharged on January 6, 1946. Following his time in the service, Richard began working for International Harvester in Waverly and then went to Farmer's Supply in Shell... Read More	Richard J. Mennenga, age 89, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born on February 4, 1924, in rural Butler County, near Shell Rock, Iowa, the son of Jerry and Ella (Ooster) Mennenga. He attended school in Shell Rock through the 8th Grade and later completed his education. Richard enlisted in the United States Army on December 8, 1944, and was a recipient of the World War II Victory Medal and American Theater Medal. He was honorably discharged on January 6, 1946. Following his time in the service, Richard began working for International Harvester in Waverly and then went to Farmer's Supply in Shell Rock where he developed his love of John Deere equipment. Richard was united in marriage with Peggy Bengen on January 5, 1948, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Peggy died on May 19, 1969. On March 10, 1973, Richard was united in marriage with Darlys Ulrichs at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville. Richard and Darlys farmed together for 17 years, south of Clarksville before remodeling their home in town and moving from the farm. In July of 2011 they sold their home on Ilgenfritz Street and moved to their present home. Richard was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville and was formerly a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Shell Rock where he served for 21 years as the board secretary. Richard was very active and dedicated to his community as a member of the Lion's Club, President of Clarksville Improvement Corporation, Commander for over 20 years of the Clarksville AMVET's, organized the rural Fire Department and served as Chairman, served 12 years on the Clarksville City Council, was Butler Township Trustee for many years, served on the Planning and Zoning Board and the Election Board. Richard was very instrumental in the planning, fundraising and completion of both the AMVET's building in Clarksville along with the Veteran's Memorial at Lynwood Cemetery. Richard also enjoyed assisting at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home for a number of years. He enjoyed visiting with familiar faces and helping families out during their time of need. Although he kept very busy with farming, his civic organizations and the AMVET's, his family still came first. Richard enjoyed spending time with Darlys and was rarely seen without her by his side. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought much joy into his life. Richard died on Sunday, February 10, 2013, at his home, of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Peggy Mennenga; his parents; two sons in infancy; one daughter in infancy; two sisters, Elizabeth Bales and Hinderene Van Raden. Richard is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Darlys; two daughters, Deanne (Robert) Miller of West Bloomfield, Michigan and Jacqueline Barnes of Littleton, Colorado; one son, Steve (Christine) Ulrichs of Clarksville, Iowa; four grandchildren, Scott (Erika) Ulrichs, Stephanie (Ian) Cunningham, Nathan Miller and Wyatt Barnes; two great-grandchildren, Miranda Ulrichs and Bayla Cunningham; one brother, Bud (Marlene) Mennenga of Clarksville, Iowa; three sisters, Jean Folkerts of Allison, Iowa, Marie (Harold) Heeren of Greene, Iowa and Paulene Meyer of Allison, Iowa. Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 15, 2013, at Immanuel United Church of Christ with burial in Lynwood Cemetery, both in Clarksville. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville, (319)278-4245 and will continue for one hour prior to services at the church on Friday. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society – Butler County Relay for Life or Cedar Valley Hospice.

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Where is Richard J Mennenga's memorial?
Richard J Mennenga's memorial is located at: Lynwood Cemetery, Clarksville, Butler County, USA.
When did Richard J Mennenga death?
Richard J Mennenga death on 10 Feb 2013 in Clarksville, Butler County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Richard J Mennenga's memorial?
Latitude: 42.7832985
Longitude: -92.6810989

Family Members:

Parent

Jerry Mennenga

(1897 - 1960)

Ella Ooster Mennenga

(1897 - 1984)

Spouse

Peggy Jean Bengen Mennenga

(1929 - 1969)

Peggy Jean Bengen Mennenga

(1929 - 1969)

Darlys Ulrichs Mennenga

(unknow - unknow)

Siblings

Elizabeth Louise Mennenga Bales

(1920 - 2009)

Henry J. “Bud” Mennenga

(1931 - 2021)

Children

Infant Son Mennenga

(1949 - 1949)

Infant Son Mennenga

(1952 - 1952)

Infant Son Mennenga

(1963 - 1963)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Lynwood Cemetery
Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7832985, -92.6810989

2. Old Town Cemetery
Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7742004, -92.6622009

3. Lowell Cemetery
Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7578011, -92.6346970

4. Butler County Poor Farm Cemetery
Allison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7400800, -92.6635000

5. Antioch Cemetery
Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7740100, -92.6132900

6. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Clarksville, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8332000, -92.6148000

7. Allison Cemetery
Allison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7400017, -92.7891998

8. Riverside Cemetery
Shell Rock, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7126600, -92.5874500

9. Nettleton Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8438988, -92.7881012

10. Jungling Cemetery
Allison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7879100, -92.8191900

11. Butler Center Cemetery
Allison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7000008, -92.7722015

12. Coster Cemetery
Allison, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6749600, -92.7122700

13. South Vilmar Cemetery
Vilmar, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8168000, -92.8298800

14. Brethren Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8695500, -92.7909100

15. Willow Lawn Cemetery
Plainfield, Bremer County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8432999, -92.5391998

16. Spring Lake Cemetery
Waverly, Bremer County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7742004, -92.5147018

17. Hardeman Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8706017, -92.8013992

18. North Vilmar Cemetery
Vilmar, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8329700, -92.8392900

19. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9067001, -92.6342010

20. Saint Marys Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8827300, -92.7990200

21. Rose Hill Cemetery
Greene, Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8843994, -92.7988968

22. New Albion Cemetery
Butler County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6427994, -92.7416992

23. Andrews Cemetery
Waverly, Bremer County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7771988, -92.4772034

24. Jackson Cemetery
Plainfield, Bremer County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8908005, -92.5302963