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Sally Donnan Funeral Arrangements

Please keep the Donnan family in your prayers. Sally Donnan passed away on Wed, March 20.

Service

Monday, March 25 at Cedar Hills Community Church at 10:30 AM
Luncheon to follow service.

Obituary

Sally Ann Donnan, 87, of Cedar Rapids passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2018 at Westridge Care Center in Cedar Rapids. A memorial service will be held at Cedar Hills Community Church at 10:30am on Monday, March 25, 2019 with Pastor Kent Landhuis officiating.  A luncheon will be provided immediately following the service. A private family inurnment will be held.  Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home is caring for Sally and her family later that day.

Sally Ann Day was born in Iowa City on December 19, 1931, the daughter of John D. and Marion (Fair) Day.  She was united in marriage to Douglas D. Donnan on April 30, 1960 in Cedar Rapids.  Sally worked as a secretary for St. Luke’s School of Nursing, later she worked at Collins Radio as a secretary. Sally also worked as a legal secretary later in life.  In her earlier years she enjoyed vacationing in Minnesota, fishing with her husband and children.  She enjoyed reading, having lunch and up until last week was still meeting with her group of longtime friends.  Sally has been a member of Cedar Hills Community Church since 1962, she was an avid prayer warrior and loved her Lord. Her faith was her pillar and strength, and she shared it often with others. Sally had a strong relationship with chocolate and always may sure she had treats for the staff at the care center. Sally’s greatest passion and joy was spending time with her grandchildren and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Paul and brother, Elliott “Shady” Day.

Left to cherish Sally’s memories are her daughter, Lisa (Pat) Kress of Hiawatha; six grandchildren, Courtnie Bartosh, Connor Bartosh, Grant Donnan, Michael Donnan, Kailey (Matthew, Olivia, Camilla) Hill and Sarah Kress.

Memorials may be directed to Cedar Hills Community Church or Susan G. Komen Foundation in Sally’s name.

The family would like to especially thank Westridge Care Center, new friends that Sally made there, and the wonderful care they gave her. For that we are truly grateful.

 

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Petrzelka Service Arrangements

Service arrangements – Bruce and Virginia Petrzelka

Continue to pray for the Petrzelka family with the loss of Bruce and Virginia. Service arrangements are below.

Visitation Friday, March 22

Visitation at Cedar Hills Community Church, from 4-8pm

Funeral Saturday, March 23

Funeral service at 10am at Cedar Hills Community Church, grave site service to follow in rural Norway Linwood cemetery; luncheon will follow back at the church.

UPDATE: We have all the food and volunteer shifts covered! Thank you for your help!

Obituary

Bruce Alan Petrzelka and Virginia Kae Petrzelka left their earthly home to spend eternity with their Savior after a motorcycle accident in Sarasota County, Fla., on March 15, 2019.

Bruce was born Aug. 7, 1959, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Dwayne and Cleo Petrzelka. He graduated from Amana Community School in 1978. Bruce worked at the Amana Sawmill, Chapman Logging Company, Gene Larson Inc., Gordon Sevig Construction, Wendler Engineering, and drove school bus for Benton Community Schools, as well as farming.

Virginia was born Nov. 8, 1962, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to William & Ruth Parr. She graduated from Norway Community School in 1981 and worked at Colonial Manor in Amana, South Slope Telephone Company, UPS, Norwex, and drove school bus for Benton Community Schools.

Bruce and Virginia were married April 12, 1986, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Norway, Iowa, and lived in the Norway area for their entire married life. They loved being with their children and families, traveling, boating, motorcycling, auto racing, camping and spending time at the farm. Virginia was very active in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program and loved documenting their family life through photography. Together with their sons, they started their family business, Petrzelka Dirtworks. Family, friends and faith were the cornerstones of their lives.

They are survived by three sons, Matthew (Kaitlyn), Nathan and Adam (Abby); and one daughter, Sara. They are also survived by their infant granddaughter, Willow Cleo Petrzelka.

Bruce is survived by three sisters, Denise (Gary) Ellis, Deb (Lyle) Henderson and Tami (Ron) Wagner.

Virginia is survived by her mother, Ruth Schutterle; brothers, Fred and Ron (Terry) Parr; and sisters, Marj (Greg) Becker, Darlene Parr and Marilyn (Carl) Gerhold; and stepsister, Melanne (Dick) Miller. They are also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Shana Petrzelka. Virginia was preceded in death by her father; stepfather, Melvin Schutterle; and brother, Donald Parr.

Memorials can be directed to the family at 7831 30th Ave., Norway, IA 52318. Online condolences: www.klosterfuneralhome.com.

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Bruce and Virginia Petrzelka

‪We are very saddened to share the news of Bruce and Virginia Petrzelka passing after a motorcycle accident in Florida Friday morning. They were much beloved Cedar Hills members. Please pray for their family and children. Funeral and visitation arrangements are still pending.

http://heraldtribune.com/news/20190315/iowa-couple-killed-in-motorcycle-accident-on-i-75-in-sarasota-county‬

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Judy Dlouhy Funeral Service

Judy Dlouhy

Services for Judy Dlouhy will be Saturday, Mar. 16 at 11am followed by a luncheon at the church.  Please pray for Judy’s family as the mourn her loss.

Obituary

Judith V. Dlouhy, 79, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at Bethesda Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota. Visitation: 4 – 8 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2019, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids. Memorial Service: 11 a.m. Saturday, March 16, 2019, at Cedar Hills Community Church, Cedar Rapids. Officiated by Pastor Kent Landhuis.

Judith was born August 22, 1939, in Creston, Iowa to Hugh and June (Shoenhair) Griffin. She graduated from Trenton High School. On August 18, 1957, Judith was united in marriage to Eugene “Gene” Dlouhy at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Cedar Rapids. The two had been married for sixty-one years when Gene passed away on August 27, 2018.

Judith worked at a law office after high school, and then was a homemaker while her children were young. She additionally worked as bookkeeper for a few car dealerships and assisted Gene and her son, Marc, to operate Dlouhy Auto Repair. After all her kids graduated, she worked at Randall Foods in the Deli/Restaurant. Judith was a member of the WIBC, several local card clubs, and was a member of Cedar Hills Community Church

Judith was a very loving, caring, honest, and loyal mother and wife. She was always great at sending cards of thanks, for special events, and in times of need to family and friends. She was known for her smile, wit, humor, friendly conversation, and for welcoming everyone as a friend. She was always complimented on being sharply dressed and looking snazzy! Judith loved her family very much, watching her kids and grandkids, working the concession stands to help with fundraising for her kids’ sporting events, attending all their sporting events (many will remember – rock and fire baby), attending mystery events with Gene and her friends, and shopping with her daughters. She loved couples bowling with Gene, golfing, playing cards, sitting outdoors, playing yard games, cooking, dining out and traveling.

Judith is survived by her children: daughter, Melody Henderson; sons, Marc (Lynn) Dlouhy and Matt Dlouhy; and daughter, Monica (Mike) Wilk; six grandchildren, Kyle and Logan Dlouhy, Randi (Jason) Roggentien, Blakeley Dlouhy, and twins Cameron and Campbell Dlouhy; five step-grandchildren, Jennissa (Eric Gertge) Voorhees, Sam (Morgan) Wilk, Joe Wilk, Joy Wilk, and Jocilyn (Joel) Ray; two great-grandchildren, Carver and Cutler Roggentien; four step-great-grandchildren, Wyatt Gertge, Maisy Wilk, Joanie and Jaylin Ray; brother, Hugh (Patricia) Griffin; brother-in-law, Frank Dlouhy; several nieces and nephews; and many special friends, including Melissa Cardwell, Linda Welp and Joanne Eastin.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gene and parents, Hugh and June Griffin.

Memorials in Judith’s name may be directed to the family.

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Paul Donnan

We are deeply saddened by the news that our friend and Cedar Hills staff member Paul Donnan has passed away.  Please pray for peace and comfort for his family and friends as they grieve his death. Paul was the Director of Maintenance & Operations at Cedar Hills.

The visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 14 at 9:30am, followed by the funeral at 11:00am. A brief burial service at Cedar Memorial will follow the funeral, and then a luncheon will be served back at the church.

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Obituary

(from cedarmemorial.com)
Paul D. Donnan, 52 of Cedar Rapids passed away at his home Sunday, February 10, 2019. Services at 11:00 AM on Thursday at Cedar Hills Community Church. There will be a visitation at Cedar Hill Community Church on Thursday from 9:30 AM until service time at 11:00 AM. Pastor Kent Landhuis will officiate. Burial at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery. Cedar Memorial Park Funeral home is in charge of arrangements.

Survivors include two sons, Grant and Michael, his mother Sally Donnan all of Cedar Rapids and a sister Lisa (Pat) Kress of Hiawatha. He is also survived by a niece and nephew Courtnie and Connor Bartosh, and many friends. He was proceeded in death by his father.

Paul was born on June 8, 1966 in Cedar Rapids the son of Douglas and Sally (Day) Donnan. After graduating from High School, Paul graduated from the California Police Academy. He was a detective for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department where he was a member of both the Antelope and Lancaster Gang Units Tasks Force. Because of Paul’s work he received a Superior Dedication Award and an Outstanding Achievement Award for his work with the gang units. After 11 years at the Sheriff’s Department he returned to Cedar Rapids in 2000, and became the Director of Maintenance and Operations at Cedar Hills Community Church. Paul and Michael especially enjoyed the time they spent together plowing snow at the Church.

While in Cedar Rapids, Paul implemented the Community Service Program for individuals who were incarcerated.

Paul enjoyed the outdoors, baseball, and time spent with his family and many friends. Paul was always willing to give a hand to anyone who need help.

Paul will forever be remembered as a wonderful and loving father, son, brother and friend whose memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him.

A memorial fund has been established.

Paul’s Staff Bio (cedar hills Website):

Paul grew up in Cedar Rapids. He began working for the church in 2003. Prior to that he was a Detective on the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. His parents, Sally and Doug, joined Cedar Hills Community Church in 1961.When not spending time with his two boys or at church, he enjoys the outdoors, baseball, and gardening. He is passionate about the commandment “Love your neighbor.” His favorite Bible verses are those that declare and describe Heaven.

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Ken Bronkhorst – Visitation and Funeral Details

H. Kenneth BronkhorstKen Bronkhorst Funeral

Services for Ken will be Friday, October 19 at 10am.  Visitation will be Thursday, 4-7pm and one hour prior to the service on Friday (9-10am).  Please continue to pray for Karen and the entire family as they grieve.

 

Obituary from Brosch Chapel.

H. Kenneth “Ken” Bronkhorst, 74, of Cedar Rapids, passed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, October 13, 2018.

Born June 5, 1944, in Chicago, Ken was the son of Herman and Dena Bronkhorst. He married Karen Schwolow on August 25, 1967.  Life adventures took them to Alaska, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and finally Iowa. He was a teacher at heart, finishing his career as the head of the Respiratory Therapy department at Kirkwood Community College. He loved life and had a vast array of friends across his personal and professional life. He exuded community in everything he did—from work, to church, to life.

Ken shared his love of fishing with his grandsons. He tried to play golf. He sang in many choirs over the years, passing down his love for music to his boys, from the Beatles to Handel’s Messiah.

Ken is survived by the love of his life for over fifty years, Karen, was the beloved father to three wonderful boys, Jay (wife Amy), Michael, and Paul (wife Joy). He was a grandfather to 8: Jayson, Hunter, Chase, Payton, Maiya, Micah, Makya and Macy, and a brother to Rolaine Belgrave of Oak Lawn, Illinois.

A Celebration of a Life Well Lived will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 19, 2018 at Cedar Hills Community Church, 6455 E Ave NW, Cedar Rapids. Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, October 18, 2018 from 4-7 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre in Cedar Rapids is serving the family.

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson’s Association, Cedar Hills Open Hands Food Pantry, or the Salvation Army.

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Irene Valenta Funeral Details

Irene Valenta
November 7, 1921 – September 20, 2018

Please pray for the family and friends of Irene Valenta who went home to be with our Lord September 20, 2018. The visitation will be this Friday, September 28 at 9:30am, followed by the funeral service at 11am.

Obituary

from Teahen Funeral Home: Irene Marie Valenta, 96 of Cedar Rapids, died Thursday, September 20, 2018 at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, following a brief illness.

Services: 11 a.m. Friday at Cedar Hills Community Church by Rev. Kent Landhuis. Burial: National Cemetery, Vining. Friends may visit with the family at the church after 9:30 a.m. on Friday.

Irene is survived by her son, Gary (Susan) of Elberon; daughter in law, Karen (Kyle) Reynolds of Cedar Rapids; grandchildren, Warren (Staci) Valenta, Brian (Leslee) Valenta and Kim (Paul) Reynolds; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Jared, Justin, Zoey, Wyatt, Taylor and Tate; sisters, Paula Schutt, Patsy (Lawrence) Clough, Joann Ferrel, Doris Lohf and Shirley O’Connor.She was preceded in death by her husband, Willard in 1979, son Gene, brothers Arthur and Robert and sister Lillian James.

Irene was born on November 7, 1921 in Clutier the daughter of Louie and Emma Zeman Yuska. She married Willard Valenta on April 21, 1941 in Clutier, and as a farm-wife she drove the tractor. Later, she worked at Rockwell Collins for 21 years. Irene was a member of Cedar Hills Community Church and vice-president of the Iowa Women’s Bowling Association.

Irene loved baking kolaches, playing cards, dancing, gardening, quilting, needlework, making crafts, and was involved in craft shows. She was an excellent bowler, and won many ribbons. Irene volunteered often and was known to take care of her friends and family. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Memorials may be directed to the Cedar Hills Community Church.

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Eugene (Gene) Dlouhy Funeral Arrangements

Eugene “Gene” Dlouhy, 85, died Monday, Aug. 27, 2018. Gene and his wife Judy previously attended Cedar Hills.  Please pray for Judy (Gene’s wife), Monica (their daughter) and Mike Wilk (Son-in-law) and Melody Henderson (daughter), who attend Cedar Hills, in their time of grieving.

The visitation will be Tuesday, Sept 4 at Murdoch Funeral Home: 520 Wilson Ave SW, 4:00-8:00 PM

The service will be Wednesday, Sept 5 at 11am at Cedar Hills, immediately followed by a luncheon.

Obituary for Eugene “Gene” Dlouhy

Eugene “Gene” Dlouhy, 85, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018, at Heritage Specialty Care, Cedar Rapids. Visitation: 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids. Memorial Service with military honors: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Cedar Hills Community Church, Cedar Rapids, officiated by Pastor Kent Landhuis.

Gene was born July 8, 1933, in Swisher, Iowa, the son of Emil and Helen Dlouhy. He served honorably in the United States Army during the Korean War. On August 18, 1957, Gene was united in marriage to Judith Griffin at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Cedar Rapids.

He and his son, Marc, owned and operated Dlouhy Auto Repair for over thirty years. Gene was a member of the American Legion Post # 727, Cedar Rapids, and Cedar Hills Community Church. He was known as “Gentle Gene.” He was honest, genuine, loving and caring. Gene was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He loved working at the shop, bowling and golf. Being with his family was Gene’s greatest joy.

Gene is survived by his wife, Judith Dlouhy; daughter, Melody Henderson; sons, Marc (Lynn) Dlouhy and Matt Dlouhy; and daughter, Monica (Mike) Wilk; six grandchildren, Kyle and Logan Dlouhy, Randi (Jason) Roggentein, Blakeley Dlouhy, and twins Cameron and Campbell Dlouhy; five step-grandchildren, Jennissa (Eric Gertge) Voorhees, Sam (Morgan) Wilk, Joe Wilk, Joy Wilk, and Jocilyn (Joel) Ray; two great-grandchildren, Carver and Cutler Roggentein; four step-great-grandchildren, Wyatt Gertge, Maisy Wilk, Joanie and Jaylin Ray; brother, Frank Dlouhy; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Helen Dlouhy; sister, Lillian Serbousek; and brothers, Leonard, Leo, and Don Dlouhy.

Memorials may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas, 66675.