October 2013 Volume 39, Issue 4

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1 ourier Cwww.campcourageous.org October 2013 Volume 39, Issue 4 PO Box th Street Monticello, IA Ph FAX info@campcourageous.org CAMP COURAGEOUS 25th Anniversary for the Camp Courageous Fruitcake Sales. See more on page 5. (L-R) Camper Addie Harlan of Cedar Rapids is pictured with counselor Mallory Pettengill of Vinton. Camp Courageous is a year-round recreational and respite care facility for individuals of all ages with disabilities. 1

2 Ralph Palmer and Lisa Bluder were very fortunate to have the talents of Olga (Bud Johnson) a 7' recruit to help spot bidders this year. Olga was a stitch and kept the crowd engaged. Some of the key players to the success of this year's Pineapple Gala were Georgia Johnson, Ralph Palmer, Lisa Bluder, and auctioneer Norm Bousselot. Norm was auctioneer and Tom Olson what a spotter. Great families with great gifts for the Gala! (L-R) Mike & Peggy Weber of Jesup, along with Paulette and Pat Schmitz of Delaware, Arkansas fill the board room tables with auction items. Hunter and Joey are in the middle and are a big help! The Schmitzs brought the beautiful cedar chests, table and chairs, bench/cedar chest and much more, which were a big hit at the Gala. And the Webers brought all kinds of power tools and other hot items for the gala. Peggy and Paulette are sisters. 2 Best year ever for the Pineapple Gala & Sales! Honorary Board Member and Emcee, Ralp Palmer; University of Iowa Women's Basketball Coach and Emcee, Lisa Bluder; and Diane Stickney, from Travel & Transport congratulate Kalyn Putz of Dysart... this year's winner of the trip for two to Hawaii! Dave Schmitt receives Honorary Board Award It gives Camp Courageous a great deal of pleasure to honor a person of incredible integrity, an extremely hard worker, and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. At the Pineapple Gala Dave Schmitt joined the ranks of people like Tait Cummins and Leo Greco by receiving the highest acknowledgement Camp Courageous can bestow on an individual, the Camp Courageous Honorary Board Award. Dave Schmitt came into the world on a farm outside of Maynard, Iowa to Lester and Mildred Schmitt. He was the third child of six. Times were difficult in the 30 s and Dave learned early that he needed to work hard to survive. Dave graduated from high school at Maynard. He then signed-up with the Air Force for four years, but served only three due to his dad being in a serious car accident. They gave him an honorary hardship discharge (1951) and he went home and worked on the farm for a year, When he was in the service Dave had a choice between heavy equipment or a cook. He chose heavy equipment. The rest is history... One of the greatest things to happen in Dave s life was when he met, and later married, Lorraine. They formed a wonderful partnership and if she was alive today, she would be receiving this award with Dave. They met in Oelwein where she worked as a waitress. It might have been love at first sight for Dave, but it wasn t for Lorraine. He realized he needed to figure out a way to sweep her off her feet and learned early on that Lorraine loved to dance. Even though Dave was not terribly fond of dancing, he knew that to make Lorraine happy he would need to dance, so that is what he did. Dave and Lorraine started Dave Schmitt Construction in 1964 in their home. Lorraine was raising five kids, Vicki, Lori, Mike, Matt, and Stacy. She was also doing the book work for the business. Dave was working morning, noon, and night to make ends meet In 1985, their daughter Lori passed away after a battle with cancer at the young age of 29. Soon the family was faced with another hurdle as Vickie and her husband were involved in a very serious motorcycle accident that resulted in Vicki having a permanent brain injury. Their son, Matt, suffered from Torretts and died in his sleep about six years ago. Later, Lorraine became very ill from cancer. At one point, they had just moved her from ICU to a regular room. She was scheduled to go to a convention with Dave, where they had a very formal dinner. Dave picked out a beautiful new dress for his wife, and in her hospital room Lorraine was trying it on. Dave (L-R) Lisa Bluder and Ralph Palmer present Dave Schmitt with the Camp Courageous Honorary Board Award; along with Winnie Williams, President of the Camp Courageous Board of Directors. pinned it up for the hem to be sewn. Dave loved to give Lorraine gifts and she always doted on Dave. In time Dave was to also lose his life-partner, Lorraine. They had weathered the hard times together, loved people, loved to travel, loved to fish, loved to attend Iowa football games... it was a beautiful love story. Dave Schmitt Construction was truly a Family Business. Stacy drove a dump truck for the business at 18 years-old. Mike was the CFO until his retirement. Dave now has 12 grandchildren and 15 great grand kids. He loves each one and feels blessed to be a part of their lives. Dave & Lorraine Schmitt have been active with Camp Courageous for decades. They started off being wonderful financial supporters of the camp and quickly moved into also helping with their expertise in the area of construction. Along with other projects, they are currently working on Lake Todd a project, which when completed, will give campers the opportunity to fish, canoe, and do other activities along side of base camp. Like Leo Greco always said.your integrity is the only thing you take to your grave " Dave Schmitt is a person of great integrity, kindness, and he genuinely cares about others. Dave is also a strong believer in the more you give, the more it comes back to you many times over. We are grateful for all the parts combined that makes Dave Schmitt the wonderful person he is and recipient of the Camp Courageous Honorary Board Award. A special thank you to all the area Hy-Vees that did an exceptional job selling pineapples this year, up over 10% over previous years, and the gala was the best ever (except for the year the Charlie & Tina Weepie matched all donations). October Camp Courageous -

3 It was a real honor for Camp Courageous to host the Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores Board Meeting at camp. Under the leadership of Dawn Carlson PMCI continues to be a top organization in Iowa. Camp was very fortunate to have them take us under their wing in We can never thank PMCI enough. Their exceptional convention took place in Dubuque this year, where Gary Dolphin did a super job with the breakfast meeting. The C.U.B.S. (Chicago Urban Bicycle Society) comes through again in a huge way for Camp Courageous during RAGBRAI s stop in Oskaloosa 4th Annual Sprint Triathlon benefits Camp Courageous The 4th Annual Camp Courageous Sprint Triathlon, presented by Transamerica, was a huge success. Athletes from all over the Midwest participated in this U.S.A.T. sanctioned event held at Central Park. It was an extra special year when PMCI Past Chair, Glenn Hasken's son, Riley, told the crowd what it was like to be a counselor at Camp Courageous during Muscular Dystrophy Week. Riley was nothing short of exceptional, as he remembered his feeling before, during, and after that special week. Riley is a wonderful person and he will go far! (L-R) PMCI Board Chair, Dan Toale of Independence, presents Dave Bell of SpecCast Collectibles in Dyersville, a special recognition for his years of providing die cast collectible cars and trucks to this event. These vehicles have raised thousands annually for camp. Dave is a wonderful person and Dan s family has been involved with camp for generations. CENT-A-GALLON DAY Wednesday, Nov. 27st (Day before Thanksgiving) One cent of every gallon of petroleum product sold on this day will go to benefit the individuals with special needs served by Camp Courageous. sponsored by: Monte & Margo Ahrendsen also shared their story of the difference Camp Courageous has made in their lives, Their sons, Doug and Kevin, have been coming to camp since they were a year or two old. Thank you also to Jim and Elsie Foels who attended and the leadership of Dave Goodman, Dana Nelson, and Brad Prendergast. Pictured is LuAnn Morton, mother of the late camper Patrick Morton, telling the group of the huge impact Camp Courageous had on their lives. Camper Ross Robinson (center) tells the C.U.B.S. what camp means to him. Ross was joined by his mother, Rhonda, and sister Rachel. Rhonda told the group about the impact of a sibling, too. Brad Prendergast, one of the C.U.B.S. leaders, looks on. Thank you, C.U.B.S.!! The triathlon committee worked on this event all year. They coordinated with several Jones County agencies during the planning, including Jones County Emergency Management, Jones County Conservation, Jones County Secondary Roads, Jones County Amateur Radio Club, Jones County Sheriff s Dept., Jones County GIS, Monticello Ambulance, Anamosa Ambulance, Midland Ambulance, and DNR. These groups have been meeting sporadically for nearly a year to make sure all details were covered. A big thank you to all of the volunteers that helped make the day a success! To see photos of the event, check out the camp s web site. Special thank you to Clem Messerli (Transamerica employee) and Chris Heald for volunteering to take the photos. Thank you to Transamerica for being the title sponsor and all the sponsors for helping make this event possible: Marginal Note: Sometimes questions are more important than answers. 3

4 Thank you J&P Cycles! Camp Courageous was fortunate to have (L-R) Loren Behrends and Art Matje (PDG) volunteer at Camp Courageous during Lions Visually Impaired Week. Kevin Adams (PDG) also joined in the day. All are longtime supporters of the camp. Just to get a flavor of how these folks go the extra mile for Camp, Art noticed the bike tires on camp s specially designed C.U.B.S. bike were worn, so he took down the numbers and headed home and purchased new tires for the bike! What great folks. Thank you to Al (and Jan) Wicks and the Iowa City Old Capitol Kiwanis for donating cases of plasticware to camp. This is the group where years ago we met Eldon Stutsman and Ted Rettinmeyer, two super Camp Courageous supporters. Both are gone now, but their legacies live on. Thanks to Al, Jan, the Stutsmans, and many others. We cannot thank the Parham Family enough, along with their adopted family member, Pat, in the middle. Between the special golf tournament and two days of Open Houses, where bottled water and food, are all a free-will donation for camp, this event has turned into a top Camp Courageous fund raiser. Special thank you to (L-R) Zach & Bri Parham, Pat Burross, who comes all the way from Texas, and Jill and John Parham. A wonderful family! It was a treat to stop by Davenport s Home Hardware (1716 W 37th St, Davenport, IA) and visit with Judy Miller. Due to Jeff Miller's Parkinson s, Home Hardware is for sale. When we were there, it was busier than ever. It has always been a super business. Davenport s Home Hardware has four cases of fruitcakes all ready to sell. Denny Zahrt (L) delivered two cases to the Masonic Center in Davenport, just off 65th St. See more details about fruitcakes on page 5 of this issue. (L-R) We want to thank Mike Deutmeyer, and his parents, former board member Joyce Deutmeyer and Frank Deutmeyer for their years of support of Camp Courageous and being true community leaders in Jones County. From the Monticello Regional Airport to the Jones Regional Medical Center they have been involved in projects that benefit Camp Courageous and the area. Joyce's father, Bill (and Marge) Weber, was an Honorary Board Member and involved in the camp since the beginning. The beautiful stone one sees throughout Camp Courageous has all been donated by Weber Stone. A wonderful and fun family! Thank you to Jill McDermott and her son, Blake, for visiting with the golfers about what Camp Courageous means to a parent and to a camper. Blake was a huge hit (as was Jill). Jill said, going to Camp Courageous is like going to Disney for Blake. The McDermotts are from Monticello, but are amazed at the families that drive many hours to bring their loved ones to Camp Courageous. We are grateful to this wonderful family for taking the time to stop at the golf benefit while on their way to U of I Hospital and Clinics. C ourier Sponsor: A big thank you to J & P Cycle and John, Jill, and Zach Parham for sponsoring a golf tournament for the camp as part of their Open House. Once again a great turn out of super good folks many are there to help the camp the year-round. 4 October Camp Courageous -

5 Fruitcakes ORDER ONLINE! secure orders using your: DEBIT The silver has arrived as 2013 marks the 25th year since Leigh Clark entrusted Camp Courageous with his secret fruitcake recipe. What began as a small effort has become a much anticipated annual event as the popularity of Camp Courageous fruitcakes gains enthusiastic converts with each bite. Camp Courageous fruitcakes are made with the sweet fruit of green and red candied cherries, pineapple chunks, pecans, English walnuts, Brazil nuts, and mixed with golden raisins and sweetened coconut. These one-pound fruitcakes contain no alcohol or citron. There is barely enough cake batter to hold everything together so the cakes are frozen the day after baking and should be sliced frozen because they will crumble if sliced at room temperature. They need to be stored, cut and served frozen. Frozen cakes stay moist and delicious for months. These are the fruitcakes that even non-fruitcake eaters love! They are reasonably priced so you can treat yourself and others to the best. Most locations shown below will begin selling these cakes November 1st. They make wonderful gifts for family and friends. Proceeds go directly to benefit the over 6,000 campers that attend Camp Courageous each year. Get your Camp Courageous Fruitcake at these locations - get updates on web site: Amana Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse Ox Yoke Inn Fairfield The Arc of Jefferson & Nearby Counties Marion Country Kitchen Fareway Ames Dahl's Food Fort Madison Hy-Vee Milan, IL Don & Marilou Simpson Fareways (Ames & Ames North) Goldfield Cheese Mart Monticello Fareway Hy-Vees (Lincoln and West) Grinnell Uhlmann's Furniture Whiffle Tree Antique Mall Anamosa Family Foods Guttenberg Bender's Food Mount Vernon Gary's Foods Calamus Steffens Tap Hiawatha Fareway Muscatine Fareway Cascade Brothers Market Independence Fareway Oelwein Fareway Cedar Rapids Fareway 16th Avenue Grill Iowa City Fareway Oskaloosa Fareway Fareway (East) Oxford Junction Coon's Corner Center Point Corner Store Pagliai s Pizza Stanwood Ditto's Family Restaurant Clinton Fareway Kalona Farmer's Supply Tipton Family Foods Coggon Main Street Market LaPorte City LaPorte City Bakery, Etc. Toledo Fareway Davenport Home Hardware Lowden J & J Grocery Masonic Center Vinton Fareway Everett & Ruth Ann Kroemer DeWitt Hills Chiropractic Waterloo Fareway Manchester Fareway Dubuque Fareway Washington Fareway Main Street Market Theisen s Waverly Hy-Vee Maquoketa Fareway Dunkerton Kathy Wellner West Liberty Farmer's Supply Marengo Big G Food Store Dyersville Payless Foods West Point Sonny's Grocery Fareway Wyoming Citizens State Bank If you or your company would like to help sell fruitcakes, contact Pam at , ext Get the latest location updates at ORDER ONLINE with your VISA, Mastercard, or Discover Order Your Camp Courageous Fruitcakes 2013 Your Name: Address: City, St, Zip: Phone: Make checks payable to: Camp Courageous Mail this form to: Pam Mayo Camp Courageous PO Box 418 Monticello, IA Questions or comments: (319) , ext ITEM AMOUNT 1 lb. Fruitcake: Qty: x $10.00 ea. = $ Shipping: $6.00 for the first cake, $2.00 for each additional cake to the same address. $ Donation: $ Grand Total: $ Would you like to have a cake shipped directly to a friend or family member? Please include a list of names and address if you wish to have your order mailed to different locations. Marginal Note: When you walk a life of honesty, you live a life of truth. 5

6 Lynn Kobliska s dream of a caboose at Camp Courageous is coming true... It was a treat to have Charlotte (Wahl) and Tom Stub stop by to visit the camp. Charlotte, who comes from a wonderful family, was a counselor here in 1977! It was fun to visit about all the changes. They now live in Cedar Falls. Char s parents are Robert & Ruth Wahl who are great friends of the camp and community. Thank you to the Iowa American Legion Foundation for their wonderful support of the Camp's Lake Todd Project. Above, George Raes of Post 238 in DeWitt presents camp a check from this year s project. Ever since Church Williams introduced Camp to this group decades ago, they have been loyal supporters. A very special thank you to Helen 'Jean' Pitlik... widow of Francis (who passed away about a year ago) for the donation of their 1999 Dodge Dakota pick-up to camp. Jean and Francis have been involved with Camp Courageous for many years and Francis memorials came to camp. Also thank you to Jeff & Royce Pitlik who were key to getting the truck to the camp. It would be hard to imagine Camp Courageous without the Pitlik s involvement. A big thank you to the CRANDIC for delivering their donated rail, ties, and bolts for the future caboose at camp. In the lower right corner are the water, sewer, electrical, and fiber hook-ups. (L-R) Camp's Train Engineer Gerry Rohr and Camp Board Member, and lead camp rep on the caboose project, Larry Greco visit with Lynn Kobliska's Dad, Harlan, and Lynn's wife, Martha. Martha drove from Virginia to deliver a pick-up truck load of Lynn's items to Camp Courageous. It was a very emotional reunion. C ourier Sponsor: Lance Greco Associate Vice President - Financial Advisor 221 3rd Ave. SE, Ste. 550 Cedar Rapids, IA Direct Toll Free lance.greco@rbc.com What is important to you? n Coordinating & simplifying your financial life n Planning or improving your retirement income n Rolling your 401k; Consolidating your IRAs n Protecting and maximizing your estate My Goal is to Help You Reach Yours 2013 RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets, LLC, Member NYSE/FINRA/SIPC. Lynn Kobliska is still doing his magic at Camp Courageous by bringing new friends together for the Camp. Camp was honored to have (L-R) Josh Solomon, his mother, Judy, and her parents Jim & Kathy McLaughlin stop to see the camp. Judy is a dear friend of Martha Kobliska. Josh is not able to fly, so for his graduation, Josh and his mother are travelling the country. Home for Josh & Judy is Woodbridge Virginia, not far from Martha's home. Judy's folks are from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Judy promised Martha that if she got close to Camp they would stop. An absolutely wonderful family. Their love radiated and along with some tears we shared some good laughs about what a wonderful couple the Martha and Lynn Kobliska were. We wish them the best on their travels across this beautiful country and are grateful for their visit. A huge thank you to the CRANDIC for their donation of this beautiful caboose. The caboose headed from the CRANDIC to ADM to be sandblasted, painted and redesigned to provide living space for volunteers and staff at Camp Courageous. A big thank you to (L-R) Donny Coonrod who will be donating the transportation and crane work to get the caboose from Cedar Rapids to camp: camp s Charlie Becker; Chris Even Supervisor Shops Operations, CRANDIC, Fred McCoy-Master Mechanic, CRANDIC; Randy Crawford, CRANDIC; Larry Greco, camp board member and camp s coordinator of the project; Jerry McElmeel, hauling part of the caboose and provided the base it will sit on at camp; Joe McGovern, Chief Operating Officer of the CRANDIC; and Gerry Rohr, camp s train engineer. A special thank you to Elaine Duvall-CRANDIC who took the picture. 6 October Camp Courageous -

7 Hi there Mr. Charlie Becker, I just went through and watched the virtual tour of camp. All I can say is WOW! Things have really changed for the better since I was there back in the early 1980's. I think I might have to take a trip out east again and see this in person. Glad to see you are still there. Besides you, the only two other people I remember are Pam Mayo and Jeanne Muellerleile. I still remember my super times helping out for the two weeks and the weekends I came over. The things I learned about helping move physically disabled from wheelchairs came into great use when my mother got cancer and had to use one. I was able to move her myself without having to get that big lift that my sister had to use. My sister is a lot shorter so I had the advantage there. Never know when stuff a person learns will be put to use. Keep up the great work around there and maybe I will see you this summer. From a long lost friend in northwest Iowa, Jake Wagenaar Sioux Center, IA These performances benefit Camp Courageous: CEDAR RAPIDS Paramount Theatre Sat., Nov. 30-2:30 pm DAVENPORT Adler Theatre Sun., Dec. 1-2:30 pm DES MOINES Hoyt Sherman Place Sun., Dec. 8-2:30 pm DUBUQUE Five Flags Theater (2 shows) Sat., Dec. 14-2:30 pm & 7:30pm CEDAR FALLS Gallagher-Bluedorn Sun., Dec. 15-2:30 pm For tickets or more details call (800) Jake Wagenaar is pictured center with crown. This picture taken in the 80s as camp celebrated Jake s incredible volunteer dedication. Jake was an incredible volunteer who would drive nearly six hours to volunteer almost every respite care weekend, many week-longs, and we often met half way to obtain needed building supplies from camp's needs list, Jake would buy or get donated to the camp. Jake made a huge difference back during the years we struggled to make ends meet Charlie BP Petroleum awards grant to Camp Courageous BP Petroleum, in collaboration with their BP Fueling Communities Program, local BP stations, and Fauser Energy Resources has awarded Camp Courageous a grant. Camp's relationship with Fauser Energy Resources began in 1981, when Don Fauser visited Camp Courageous as a board member of the Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores of Iowa. During that visit the Petroleum Marketers decided to take Camp Courageous under their wing, at a time when the camp was struggling to survive. Since then the camp has grown from serving hundreds of campers to serving thousands of campers, is open-year round, has grown from 40 acres to 200 acres; and from five buildings to over 20. Don Fauser, and his son, Paul, have been actively involved in the success of Camp Courageous for over 30 years. They are a good and caring family of incredible Pictured is Bill Pfister, Marketer at Fauser Energy Resources surrounded by campers who all sincerely appreciate the support. Bill is a big hit at Camp Courageous. integrity... and those exceptional traits pour over into their work. Camp Courageous feels very fortunate to have BP Petroleum and Fauser Energy Resources come together to make this wonderful gift possible, said Charlie Becker, Camp Director. (L-R) Camper Lauren Wessels of Cedar Falls and counselor Jenna Hoing of Lansing, KS pose for a picture while at the archery range. This was Lauren s third summer visit to Camp Courageous. She has a great time when the campers went to the Great Jones County Fair. She really enjoyed the rides and games! Dr. Emeric and Shirley Solymossy of Davenport pause during a tour to fix a camper s glasses. Wonderful supporters of Camp Courageous, we are grateful they took the time to visit. Emeric is brilliant person who speaks 8 languages and is a joy to visit with, as is Shirley. They love Jim McDonough and help get the word out in the Quad Cities of his concert benefiting camp. H J Heinz Co Muscatine, IA donates a pallet of Pizza Sauce to Camp Courageous. Loading onto trailer is Teri Lyon Quality Control Utility for finish goods. The Heinz company has been a great Camp Courageous supporter for many years. Marginal Note: Life doesn t require that we be the best, only that we try our best. 7

8 Thank you to Ron Woerdehoff who donated cases of pop can tabs to the camp, with Bob Takes, helping him load and unload. Both are from Cascade and both great people! Thank you to Scott McKillip, pictured here with pallets of salt, donated by Stuttsmans in Hills Iowa. We can not thank the Stuttsman Family enough for their super support the year round! Christine Mues has been an extraordinary volunteer for the last year at Camp. Christine came from Germany in the fall of 2012 through UCC Volunteer Ministries and she has been hard at work ever since. She worked as a volunteer counselor all through the year with our week-long campers, in addition to being a lifeguard, swim lesson helper, travel program counselor, and more. We can t thank Christine enough and wish her the best of luck back in Germany! C ourier Sponsor: Monticello FD recevies Tall Pine Award The Camp Courageous Tall Pine Award is the highest honor Camp Courageous can bestow upon volunteers. Individuals like Clete Goedken, who gave 25 years of his life to volunteering at Camp Courageous, was a Tall Pine Award recipient. (Clete is the father of former Fire Chief, Clarence Goedken). The Monticello Fire Dept. was chosen as a result of the many things they do to assist Camp Courageous. Over the years that has included coming to camp and interacting with the campers. Campers all think fire fighters are pretty cool. During Muscular Dystrophy Week they come to camp and take part in a giant water fight needless to say, the fire fighters have the biggest squirt gun. Any time Camp Courageous needs help, the Monticello Fire Dept. is on the top of our list, from fires to a lost camper to everything else. As individuals and as a group they have a heart of gold and everyone at Camp Courageous thinks the world of them! We proudly print the Camp Courageous Courier! PRINTING COMPANY 801 N. Birch Street Street Monticello, Iowa Digital & Offset Printing Expressing our thanks Camp Courageous experienced its first substantial missing camper situation this past summer in its nearly 40 years. A 13 year-old male camper with severe autism came up missing in just a matter of a moment as a counselor was helping another camper in their group. Multiple agencies were actively involved in the search and the camper was found unharmed and eager to come back to camp. Camp Courageous would like to thank area emergency services including but not limited to the Monticello Fire, Police, and Ambulance Services, Jones County Sheriff's Dept., Jones County Conservation, Jones County Emergency Response Team, Emergency Management Agency, the Iowa State Patrol (including air and ground), Cascade Police & Fire, Clinton EMA including Connie Heath and Bill and Lois Hall with search and rescue dogs, Clinton County Conservation, Dubuque Fire, Northern Iowa Cert, Iowa Canine Cert Team, the State's Task Force One, Counselors, Volunteers, and the general public who were on the scene to assist. Over 200 assisted in the search and many more offered their time and resources. And lastly we want to thank Paul Elmegreen (Monticello Aviation) who heard the report, called to volunteer his time, an airplane, and pilot Dan Kromminga, and then went up to search the area and spotted the camper. Hi Charlie, I just wanted to send you some words of encouragement. I can only imagine all of the thoughts and emotions you and your staff must have gone through this week. Our son Mark is at your camp this week. When a friend of ours who resides in Cedar Rapids heard the news about your missing camper, he thought immediately that it may be Mark and was torn between contacting us (we were canoeing the Wisconsin River at the time for a little R&R) and dashing over to see if he could help locate the missing boy. The good news is that in the end, everything was okay. That s good for everyone. As for the view from a parents eyes whose son is attending Camp Courageous this week, we still think that you, your staff and everyone associated with Camp Courageous are the real heroes in our lives. Mark has Autism along with Down Syndrome, is almost 13 and is non-verbal. Pretty much the description provided by the newspaper. However, we fully understand what a challenge it is to keep an eye on our son, and we know him better than anyone else. I can only imagine being a staffer that only has a short period of time to get to know our child along with their unique characteristics. Each year, Camp Courageous gives our family an immeasurable gift. While we love our son, we get to take Special Needs out of our family, even if for only a week. We also know that our son is having a great time at camp. So in our eyes, you are the champions. Obviously, everyone likes a happy ending, but I wanted to reassure you that what you and your staff does day in and day out is nothing short of spectacular. Thank you for all that you do for all of the Special Needs families and the lives you have touched. Sincerely, Greg, Peri & Jamie Query 8 October Camp Courageous -

9 Thank You! Camp Courageous is run on donations, without government assistance, without formal sponsorship, or paid fund raisers. What this means is that everything that is given to camp; whether it be food, time, materials, or financial support; goes directly to benefit nearly 6,500 individuals with special needs who are touched by the camp each year. Listed below are those who have contributed money, time, and/or supplies from June 19, 2013 to September 24, ADDRESS UNKNOWN Ron Chaon - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Tyler DeSousa Charles and Barb Harrison - In memory of Rollie Billman Alexa Larson Sean Pitlik Ron Wenzel - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Daniel Benn Est. Merrill Gruber Family Trust BIRMINGHAM, AL Regions Bank HUNTSVILE, AL Mr. and Mrs. Deemer Self - In memory of Edward A. Gee MADISON, AL Janet Camp - In memory of Dorothy Moughler BENTONVILLE, AR Wal-Mart Foundation DELAWARE, AR Patrick and Paulette Schmitz NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR Gary and Mary Pflughaupt - In memory of Robert Pflughaupt CASA GRANDE, AZ Karen Fowler - In memory of LaVern Schoon CHANDLER, AZ Sue Johnson - In memory of Ken Duncan MESA, AZ Mickey and Carol Latta PHOENIX, AZ Charles Foreman - In honor of Hope Bernick Tom and Jane Selling Bernard and Doris Westbrock - In memory of JoAnn Leytem CORONADO, CA James Seeright COTO DE CAZA, CA Gary and Beth Kramer - In memory of Eric Karsten EL CAJON, CA Michael Zaspal - In memory of Emma Davidson FREMONT, CA Nick DePratti IRVINE, CA Mark and Janis Paulson - In honor of Addie Strong LA CRESCENTA, CA Greta Pruitt LARKSPUR, CA Childrens Charities of America LONG BEACH, CA Marilyn Delong - In memory of Robert Pinkie Fuller PALO ALTO, CA Martha Warren - In memory of Mary E. Warren SAN DIEGO, CA David Bowman Mark Scallon TRUCKEE, CA Scott and Karen McDonald BEAVERTON, CO Phillip and Laura Welling - In memory of Norma D. Schemmel BROOMFIELD, CO Louis and Dorothy Piehn - In memory of Don & Dorothy Piehn s 64th wedding CENTENNIAL, CO Gamma Phi Beta Foundation ESTES PARK, CO Margie Greenlee GREELEY, CO Robert Murcek - In memory of Louise Murcek LAKEWOOD, CO Mark and Marty Burgess - In memory of Paul Kosek Doris Martinez - In memory of Mike Dohnalek LONGMONT, CO Nancy Fisk - In memory of Dorothy Moughler David Parsons - In honor of Tracy Lehmkuhl LOVELAND, CO Dan Barker Michelle Gee - In memory of Edward A. Gee MONTROSE, CO Max Rogers - In memory of Alpha Sandage THORNTON, CO The Family of Norman and Joyce Michels - In memory of Jerry Meyer and Eunice Alber WASHINGTON, DC Razoo Foundation BAREFOOT BAY, FL Dick and Audrey Pierce - In memory of LaVern Schoon CLERMONT, FL Vance and Roddy Stead - In memory of Thomas Stead DUNNELLON, FL Larry Fredrichs FORT PIERCE, FL Kermit & Shirley Gieseman JACKSONVILLE, FL United Way of Northeast Florida JENSEN BEACH, FL Gladys Irvin - In memory of Irene Howland KEY WEST, FL Larry and Colleen Halverson MAITLAND, FL Richard and Susan Ritterpausch - In memory of John Wilkerson ORMOND BEACH, FL Gary and Toni Potter PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL C.J. and Joyce Scovel - In memory of Ruby Klopp PORT CHARLOTTE, FL Charlie and Mary Burns - In memory of Gary Evilsizer ROCKLEDGE, FL Matthew Hracho SARASOTA, FL Ellen Ussio & Chuck DiMarco - In Don Utsinger Edward and Maxine Vanderlind SILVER SPRINGS, FL Mr. Dale Gee and Rosalie - In memory of Edward A. Gee SUMMERFIELD, FL LaVerne Quinlan THE VILLAGES, FL Anthony Birchfield Toivo and Mary Ratasepp Julia Vonak AUGUSTA, GA Richard Plummer - In memory of Gerry Plummer NORCORSS, GA Robert and Jean Ash ROSWELL, GA Mary Williams Family Foundation HILO, HI Irene Garrison - In memory of Raymond & Susie O Brien HONOLULU, HI Rodney Ballou ACKLEY, IA Ben Arends ADAIR, IA Kenneth and Ardeth Klemish ADEL, IA Monte and Diane Antisdel - In memory of James Graham Carolyn Baldwin ALBURNETT, IA David and Sandra Feldmann Ed Hershey George Jr. and Karmen Hershey Delores Johnson - In memory of Keith Sugar Johnson and Russell Daniels Cindy Lundine - In memory of Robert H. Bob Murray Ed Martinson - In honor of Shirley Martinson Ignacio and Lori Mendieta - In memory of James Graham Betty Svoboda - In memory of Phyllis Newhouse, Dee Miller, and Diane Haidin Blue Grass Enterprises, Inc. Lefty s Convenience Store The Hawkeye 600 Club ALTA, IA VFW Auxiliary No 6172 ALTOONA, IA Jeff and Andrea Hove Brain Injury Assoc. of Iowa- Central Area AMANA, IA Ken and Patricia Arp - In honor of Nadine Miller s 90th Joyce Fels - In memory of Dorothy Hertel Anne Freshour - In memory of Irene Hartgrave - In honor of Joyce Fels Arlene Green - In memory of Dorothy F. Hertel Gary and Dolores Kloubec - In memory of Wilmer Sedlacek Lewis and Barbara McMeen - In memory of Edwin Lubben Henry and Rose Schuhmacher - In memory of W.V. Wimpy Sedlacek Donna Trumpold - In memory of George Ehrmann and Dave Swale Darl Van Rheenen Ackerman Winery Amana Refrigeration Retirees Club - In memory of Donald Klenk Ox Yoke Inn Sandstone Winery AMES, IA Sam & Lee Carstens - In honor of Lloyd & Helen DeMoss s on Nov. 5th and Aug. 10th Gerald and Sara Chase Robert and Carol Deppe - In memory of Keith Landon Robin Formaker - In honor of Richard Stofer Emil and Betty Grulke - In memory of Beverly Morning Lenita Jordan - In memory of Lloyd & Lorraine Bresser, Marianne Klinskey, Lila Randalls, Craig Jordan, and Noel Taylor - In honor of Sam Carstens 91st Sheila Lundt Gordon and Irmgard Miller, Jr. Jamie Pollard - In memory of James Pollard Thomas and Kathy Rosskopf Kathleen Shaver Matthew Wenger - In memory of Emillia Gomez Farner Bocken Company Star 1 Search & Rescue ANAMOSA, IA Dr. John Bailey Dennis and Sandy Bayne Mike and Audrey Brewer - In memory of Ken Duncan Mrs. Laura Calhoun - In memory of Louisa Mary Byers Gary and Sandra Capron - In memory of Irvin McMurrin, LaVern Schoon, and Donald Ellison Virignia Danielson - In honor of Mr. & Mrs. Duane Datisman s 50th wedding Mr & Mrs Duane Datisman Dean and Celena Edwards Monica Edwards Galen and Mary Etten Doug and Jody Fairbanks Gloria Ford - In memory of Dick & Beth Scott Rebecca and Laine Goldsmith Lorraine Gray - In memory of Rosemary Bailey on her Lora and Donald Haase Calli Keltner - In memory of Don Otting Joy and Daniel Klaassen Robert and Joanne Klinkkammer Gloria Lea Lori and Robert Madrick Ken Marlin Kent and Cindy Miller Darlene Moncrief - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Richard Ortgies - In memory of Dale Streif, LaVern Schoon, and Gene Cook John & Jill Parham John and Verna Parham Dick and Joyce Patnode William and Doris (Hall) Pazour - In memory of Craig Barnes Clara Pegorick - In memory of Vivian Dietiker Del and Marlene Prout - In memory of Floyd Blankenship Daniel and Lynette Rickels - In memory of LaVerne and Marian Rickels Eloise Ricklefs - In memory of Paul Rieniets Casper and Geralene Robinson - In memory of Elda Wagner Martha Rowland - In memory of Nancy Robertson Rev. Eugene and Mary Lou Schipper Lori Shelton - In memory of Lois Catlett Kenneth and Shirley Shover - In memory of Agnes McCarthy Bill and Laurie Sperfslage - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Gerald and Verlyn Stolte - In memory of Hazel Kellogg and Mary Byers Ken and Marilyn Streeper Leonard and Joyce Stutt - In honor of Jane & Ken Karera s 50th wedding Richard and JoAnn Walderbach Tom and Dorothy Welch - In memory of Linda Entsminger and Hans Bendixen 1st Congregational U.C.C. Youth Group Anamosa State Penitentiary - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Antiques of Anamosa Citizens Bank - In memory of LaVern Schoon, Hazel Kellogg, Donald Ellison, and Jeanette Good Daly Creek Winery Fawn Creek Country Club J & P Cycles Jones County Emergency Management Jones County Emergency Response Team Jones County Sherriff s Dept. Jones Regional Medical Center Louie the Lightning Bug Maquoketa Valley REC Scale-Tec Ltd. Teddy s Barn & Grill The General Store Pub Theisen s Tyler and Downing Eatery Unity Health Point Wapsi Country Club Weber Stone Company ANDOVER, IA Faith Lutheran Church ANKENY, IA Eileen Doyle - In memory of Francis & Brian Doyle Cynthia Johnston - In memory of Ken Duncan James and Janine Rinker Casey s General Store, Inc. Iowa Renewable Fuels APLINGTON, IA Wayne and Gwen Wrich ARGYLE, IA Chaz, Calebe & Ivy Fullmer ARLINGTON, IA Leonard and Grace Knipper - In memory of Wilbur Wulfekuhle Lyle and Fran Recker - In memory of Robert King, Jim Lein, Laura Jean Steffen, George Palmer, Marilyn Schnell, and Joan O Hara - In honor of Ila Mae Rau s 90th ASBURY, IA Mercedes Benn Erna Schmidt - In memory of Donald J. Schmidt ATALISSA, IA Betty Crees - In memory of Marge Zeman Joyce Wilson - In memory of Gerald Jerry Wilson ATKINS, IA James and Linda Herzberger - In memory of Bonnie Montgomery Lela Kohl - In memory of Ida Mae Leib Richard and Mary Louise Schlotterback - In memory of Joni L. Thornton BALDWIN, IA Jim and Shirley DeVore - In memory of Maxine Feddersen and Arlene Engel John and Arla Lubben - In memory of Maxine Heinrich, Mrs. Clyde Holland, and Clyde Holland BANKSTON, IA Park Farm Winery BELLE PLAINE, IA Madeline Arens - In memory of Linda Powell Louis and Charlene Hurt - In memory of Kipton Peterman and Linda Friedman Powell Paula and Laura Pecenka - In memory of John Reinhardt and Merle Yanecek - In honor of Don Roquet s 80th Donald and Reda Prichard - In memory of Bernice Papesh, Wava Rusk, Ralph Kahler, Luella Homire, Bernard Upah, Dick Cernin, Glenn Schriner, and John Reinhardt Vernon Schroeder Charlotte Silkebaken - In memory of Joan Burrows BELLEVUE, IA Chet and Kathy Claussen - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Square Dance Benefit Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 Camp Lodge 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM Admission is your donation to camp. Bring snacks if you like. All callers and cuers are welcome. Sponsored by the East Central Federation & Cedar Valley Callers Association. Marginal Note: Inspiration is always a surprising visitor. 9

10 A big thank you to the Burlington Express Football team for having a Camp Courageous Day as a benefit this fall. Pictured are players from the team that visited the camp and interacted with campers during a Respite Care Weekend. Sue Deppe Robert and Rosemary Hickson - In honor of Laura & Jr. Steines s 50th wedding Mrs. Merlin Hingtgen - In memory of Eddie Weber and Fr. Ralph Alice Kilburg - In honor of Cletus & Betty Sieverding s wedding Dean and Maxine LeClere - In memory of Wesley Hanken, Charmaine Toom, and Marla Taylor Paul Petesch Daniel and Margaret Schroeder - In honor of Andy Schroeder s 50th Cletus and Betty Sieverding - In memory of Howard Jacobs and Mary Meier Adele Wetter BELMOND, IA Mildred Ahlstrom Doug and Sandy Steenblock - In memory of Duane Thompson BENNETT, IA Jim and Joyce Brus - In memory of Jan Penningroth Raymond and Karen Hennings - In honor of Hope Bernick Gary and Marylin Riedesel - In memory of Roy Baird Kim and Kerri Timmerman - In memory of Randy Marten, Kendall Johnson, and Darrell Yutesler BERNARD, IA Bob and Mary Lee Laban Pat and Ruth Rea - In memory of Loras Pfab, Norma D. Schemmel, and Patrick Wolbers BERTRAM, IA Bobbie Bowman - In memory of Marilyn Reeves How can I help? BETTENDORF, IA George & Phyllis Cowan - In memory of Roger Smith Barb Donald Mary Doss Maxine Hansohn - In memory of Ivan Owens, Scott Rule, Donald Stoebner, Carter LeBeau, Mark Johnson, and Lyla Bristow Joan Hauser - In memory of Donald Jamison and Beth Scott Don and Nancy Kintz - In memory of Mary Rose Walshire and Jim Hunter Richard and Marilyn Lease Melva Lewis - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th James Michel, DDS Steve and Sue Miller Jeffrey and Julie Oglesby Ronald and Marilyn Owen - In honor of the marriage of Vern & Peggy Qualls Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Roll - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Jackie Schneckloth - In memory of Roger Smith Harold and Mary Stark - In honor of Hope Bernick Frank and Rosemary Thomsen - In memory of Jim Grothusen, Charlie Sheridan, and Alfred Boeh - In honor of June & Art Buseman s 50th wedding Ruby and Mike Triplett David and Marcia Vensel - In honor of Hope Bernick George and Lois Weers Mary Ann Wicks Dennis and Janet Zahrt Alcoa Retirees Club Brain Injury Association of Iowa J.H. Revell Jewelers and Goldsmiths Pool Block at Pool The Camp Courageous indoor pool was built one block at a time. It is one of the more popular activities for the campers. You can help support this activity by buying a pool block for $1,000. Your name, or the wording of your choice, will be put on the block as a lasting reminder of your gift to the camp. Use the donation form on the back page of this newsletter to purchase your pool block. For more information you can contact Charlie Becker at (319) , ext. 2100, or send to: charlie@campcourageous.org The Reichert Reunion - In memory of Jerry Reichert BLAIRSTOWN, IA Earlene Clausen - In memory of Kenneth L. Duncan DeWayne and Vivian Cronbaugh Gilbert and Betty Hagen - In memory of David and Jeff Hagen Jerry and Diane Rabe - In memory of Bernard Burkle Theresa Rivera Cathy Sondag - In memory of Gary Evilsizer BLAKESBURG, IA Blakesburg Lions Club BLOOMFIELD, IA Tom and Paula Robinson BLUE GRASS, IA Bob and Tinker Brus - In memory of Dorothea Brus Gary and Vicki Cole - In memory of Dorothea Brus Bonnie Staggs & Ray and Donna Daufeldt - In memory of Dorothea Brus Darlene Martz - In memory of Dorothea Brus Keith and Karol Martz - In memory of Dorothea Brus Marian Meyer - In memory of Dorothea Brus Keith and Pat Perry - In memory of Dorothea Brus Patricia Risley June ad Lou Urmie - In memory of Dorothea Brus BONDURANT, IA Bondurant Lions Club BOONE, IA Margaret Uthe BRANDON, IA Don and Joanne Corkery Curt & Krista Drees Helen Purdy - In memory of Bob Smith, Bev Albert, Harley Bistline, and Elaine Brunko - In honor of Clara Sloan s 88th, Don & Donna Roepke s 30th wedding, Ruby Bearbower s 100th, and Paul Rogers 80th Dorothy Sloan - In memory of Elaine Brunko - In honor of Ruby Bearbower and Mrs. Don Neve s Daniel Thoma BRIGHTON, IA Cobb Oil Co., Inc. BRITT, IA Derica Jaoubek BROOKLYN, IA Don Brannian - In memory of Judith Ann Doty, Glenna Evans, Robert A. Evans, Joyce Osborn, and Robert C. DeMeulenaere Jim and Elsie Foels Delmar and Arlene Ford - In memory of Ron Arvidson, Glenna Evans, and Virginia McCabe Barbara Hall - In memory of Erma Meyer Craig and Connie Hall - In memory of Robert A. Evans Terry and Germaine Hall Don and Ruth Huedepohl - In memory of Glenna and Rob Evans Jason and Darlene Read Patsy Seye - In memory of Glenna & Rob Evans Karen Willett - In memory of Judi Ketels BRYANT, IA James and Debra Peterson - In memory of John Wilkerson Ronald and Mary Smithg - In honor of Wade Wiese BURLINGTON, IA Tony Good Milo Neira Jim and Diana Small Gerald and Helen Smith Mike and Diane Thimmesch - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Burlington High School Art Club Pzazz! Entertainment Center & Catfish Bend Casinos CALAMUS, IA Arthur and Sharon Bousselot - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Norman and Jeannene Bousselot - In memory of John Sievers - In honor of Dennis & LaRaine Mumm s 50th wedding and Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 50th wedding Yogi and Ruth Braet - In memory of Gerold Bud Behne Dwain and Dorothy Goettsch - In honor of Dorothy & Dwain and Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Marcella Husen - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Richard and Dolores Johnson - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Lucille Lee-Petersen - In memory of John Sievers, Richard E. Johnson, Phil Huetter, and Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Jane Minor - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Marlon and Sandy Olson - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Tom and Judy Olson Charles and Karen Porth - In memory of Howard Jacobs, Else Kalfas, and Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Betty Schau - In memory of Julie (Dieckmann) Hutchins Betty Schau - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Steffen s Tap - In memory of Else Kalfas Wesley United Methodist Churck - In memory of Irene Smith CALMAR, IA Harvey and Goldie Hillesland - In memory of Maggie Numedahl David and Marian Hosper - In memory of Magoalen Numedahl and Georgina Elsberno Roger and Bernice Winter - In memory of Nichole Koester, Georgina Elsberno, Gertrude Haagstad, and Helen Koester CAMANCHE, IA Ronald and Evelyn Blatchley William and Connie Dohrmann One Gift Program State of Iowa Employees Please consider designating Camp Courageous as your agency of choice # In memory of Jerry D. Hall and Randy Marten LeRoy and Ernestine Finnegan - In memory of Darlene Lisius, Shirley Cox, and Vivienne Mohr - In honor of Dick and Jean Dorbeck s 60th wedding Paul and Joan Hinck - In memory of John Sievers and Randy Martens Dorothy Kellermann - In memory of Loleta Annear - In honor of Jerry & Janis Burken s 50th wedding Pat Reese - In memory of Randall Simpson CARROLL, IA Sparky s One Stop CASCADE, IA John and Mary Beth Althoff - In memory of Susie Kurt, Bonnie Weber, John Jack Boyle, Don Otting, and Ione Beringer Sharon Bertling Judi Boyle - In memory of Jack Boyle Gayle Bries - In memory of Charles Kremer and Donald Otting - In honor of Fred & Marlene Kremer s 50th wedding, Joan Kauder s 75th, and Joe & Dode Merfeld s 60th wedding Mary Jane Clarke Zach Fagan James Felton Kym & Mark Felton - In memory of Donald Otting Terry and Jan Frasher - In memory of Mary Ann Weber, Loras Pfab, Ray Takes, Larry Volk, Jack Boyle, John L. White, Paula Jo Kramer, Donnie Otting, Ethel McAndrew, Raphael Pisarik, and Eileen Kramer Blair and Donna Gleason - In memory of Tom Jenk Sr., Betty Cover, Jack Boyle, Bonnie Weber, Donald Otting, Paula Jo Kramer, Ione Beringer, and Jim Melloy Andy Green Denny Green David & Mireille Gudenkauf Marian Hirtz - In memory of Don Otting, Eileen Carol, Clarabelle Wilming, Ione Beringer, Velma Droessler, Emil Schoop, Jean Laaker, and Mary Jane Harris Marty Hoffman Pat and Sandra Howard - In memory of Donnie Otting Becky Johnson - In memory of Donald Otting Pat and Peg Kearney - In memory of Rosemary Bailey Rick and Deb Kerper - In memory of Gladys Faber Jake Klechen David and Judy Kleitsch Luke Kleitsch Mrs. Virginia Knepper Mark and Kathy Knuth Cody Koppes Marlene Koppes Joyce and Mike Kremer - In honor of Julie & Nick Sauser s 50th wedding Marlene Kremer Nic Kremer Kay Lehman Don and Ellen Lindauer - In memory of Ray Takes, Mary Ann Weber, Bonnie Weber, Maggie Sherman, Paula Kramer, and Donald Otting Nancy Loes - In memory of Arnold Green Joyce Lynch Pat and Betty Lyons Shirley McDermott Todd and Dana Merfeld Fred and Mary Neiers - In memory of Gladys Faber, Sister Betty Cover, Larry Volk, Ray Takes, Mary Ann Weber, Charles Kremer, Mary Mag Glynn Roth, Bonita Weber, John Boyle, Don Otting, Paula Jo Kramer, and Ione Beringer - In honor of Eugene & Anita Gudenkauf s 50th wedding and Howard & Carolyn Rogers 50th wedding John and Mary Noonan - In memory of Arnold Green, Larry Volk, Raymond Takes, Mary Ann Weber, Richard Dolphin, Loras Pfab, Jim Melloy, Raphael Francis Pisarik, Paula Jo Ehlinger Kramer, Donny Otting, and Ione Beringer Gael Olson - In memory of Larry Volk, Doug Davis, and Richard Cocktail Ralfs Jean Otting - In memory of Charles Kremer and Don Otting - In honor of Greg & Gloria Otting s 40th wedding and Fred & Marlene Kremer s 50th wedding Steve Paul Charity Rausch Ed and Darice Recker - In memory of Jim Ward and Donald Moorman Mike and Gloria Reiter - In memory of Donnie Otting, Paula Jo Kramer, and Ione Beringer Charlie and Jeanne Sadler - In memory of Larry Volk, MaryAnn Weber, Ray Takes, Charles L. Kremer, Pat Wolbers, Paula Jo Kramer, and Donald Otting - In honor of Roger & Kathy Riesberg upon Roger s ordination to permanent diaconate 10 October Camp Courageous -

11 Robert and Shirley Sadler - In honor of Earl & Mary McDermott s 50th wedding and Joe & Dode Merfeld s 60th wedding Gerald and Lucille Smith Leo and Donna Soppe Dan Staner Marty Staner Doug Stoll Evadeen Strang John and Lois Sullivan - In memory of Bud Ross and Donald Otting Steve and Jan Supple - In memory of Phil Kluesner, Charles Kramer, and Don Otting Lorraine Takes Robert and Rita Takes - In memory of Susan Kurt, Duane B. Tigges, Sister Betty Cover, Loras J. Pfab, Richard Dick Dolphin, Charles Kremer, Phil Kluesner, Larry Volk, Mary Ann Weber, Raymond Takes, James P. Kirk, Bonnie Weber, Gladys M. Jaeger, Arnold Green, Jack Boyle, Bob Kehl, Joe and Jerry Westemeier, Raphael Francis Pisarik, Pat Wolbers, Ione Beringer, Paula Jo Kramer, and Donald Otting - In honor of Earl & Mary McDermott s 50th wedding, Howard & Carolyn Rogers 50th wedding, Dennis & Amy Green s 25th wedding, Don & Jan Knapp s 60th wedding, Fred & Marlene Kremer s 50th wedding, John & LaVonne Strang s 50th wedding, Greg & Gloria Otting s 40th wedding, Carl E. Kurt s 80th, Joe & Dode Merfeld s 60th wedding, and Sister Bertha Bonert s Golden Jubilee David Taylor Dan and Susie Volk - In memory of Larry Volk Ronald Woerdehoff Nicholas and Rose Wolfe Cascade Fire Department Cascade Police Department Crimson Sunset Vineyards and Winery Fillmore Fairways McDermott Concrete of Eastern IA - In memory of Sarah Carnes CEDAR FALLS, IA Alan Bernard - In memory of Kathy Bunger Todd Blanford John Bushby - In memory of Maynard Rowe Clive and Mavis Cook Courtney Dweyer Rob Griffin Mark Kies - In honor of Brett Zuck s 30th Loras and Joan Kurt - In memory of Lawrence Larry Volk Vernon and Verdeen Peters - In honor of Vern & Verdeen Peters 60th wedding Claire and Florine Rowe - In honor of Kathy and Gary Fattig s 40th wedding Tesfay Russell Abby Sears Mike Stout Rebecca Swinton Dee Thompson Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center Martin Bros. Print Transformations University of Northern Iowa CEDAR RAPIDS, IA Dwayne & Lesa Ackman Kathleen and Brian Ahearn - In memory of James Graham Robert and Elizabeth Allsop - In memory of Delores Dee Mike Altemeier Dick and Linda Andersen Steve and Karen Andersen - In memory of Jim Graham Jerry and Wanda Anderson John and Joyce Anderson - In Suzanne Anderson Teresa Anton Brice Antons Corey Archer Mrs. Ruth Archibald - In memory of Dorothy Hunter Joan Arthurs-Chadima - In William and Patricia Ask Dave and Marilyn Atkinson - In memory of Ken Sheppard Jerry and Margaret Atwood - In memory of Russell Roberts Melodee Aune Dennis Baier Jean Barger - In memory of Jim Pencook Lynda Barrow John Bauck - In memory of Vera Dlouhy Huff Adam Bayliss Dean and Gale Beer - In Donald and Beverly Bendixsen David and Teresa Bennett - In memory of Brandon Vogt Taylor Bennett Keith and Janette Benzing - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Charles and Therese Beusch - In memory of Judge William Eads and Ozzie Drahos Carroll Blake Robert and Sharon Blaser Bill and Alice Blazek - In memory of Lorna Mae Palmer Charles and Pamela Bloomquist - In memory of Steve Andrew Margaret Boeckenstedt - In memory of F. Wallace Brown Irene Bontty - In memory of Eugene R. Illten, Michael Dohnalek, and Merle Yanecek Don and Betty Boubin Ellen and Michael Bouchard David and Kathy Bowersox - In Nanette Boyer James and Mary Bradley - In and James H. Graham Mary Jane Brandes - In George Branstetter - In memory of James Graham Barry Breffle Florence Brown - In memory of Myra Serbousek Ray and Bonnie Bubke - In memory of Delores Dee Ernest & Joanne Buresh - In, Michael Dohnalek, and James Graham - In honor of Fred Iben s 80th Jeremy Burkle Mick and Bonnie Burr - In memory of Delores Clarence and Charlotte Burton - In memory of Dee Julie Cain Jack and Patricia Carstensen - In memory of Ronald Thompson and Mary Anne Donnelly William Cary John and Vicki Casali - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Christine Casey Christine Casey Marilyn Cech - In memory of Ruth Mitvalsky Judy Chandler Helen Christophersen - In memory of Darlene Lidvall Stevenson Joe and Diana Cira Bob and Loretta Claes - In memory of Paul Kosek Joan Clapp - In memory of Maxine Feddersen Richard and Barbara Clark Joyce Claude - In honor of Dick Frondle s 87th Ronald and Mary Claypool - In memory of Denise Kay Golden Randy Crawford Darrin Crow Lloyd and Ramona Cummings - In memory of Dee John and Betty Cuthbertson - In Marge Cutshall Linda Dahl - In memory of Carol Baker on her - In honor of Dave & Dorothy Higdon s 50th wedding anniversay Dick and JoAnn Daubenmier - In memory of Sharon Lee Domino and Ruth L. Staskal Mitvalsky James Daubenmier DuWayne and Jennie Davidson - In memory of Tom & Barb Eggleston Jim and Alice Davidson - In Greta Pennell and Nancy Davis - In memory of Harriet Ryan Elinor Day - In memory of James Graham Rachel Day - In memory of A.L. Curly Day Jennifer and Nick Decker - In memory of Charles Kremer Doug Deimler - In memory of Margaret A Deklotz - In memory of Dorothy Quass, Bonnie Montgomery, Marilyn Hepker, Margaret Switzer, Kate Gardemann, Elsie B. Henkle, and Margaret Bernet - In honor of Marcia Hite as Woman of the Year Ken and Frances DeMarce Carrie DeSotel Joseph and Marian DiNucci - In Gary Donnermeyer - In memory of Delores Doris Donohoe - In memory of Robert McCracken Michael and Janice Drahozal - In memory of Marvel Donohoe and Robert McCracken David and Vicki Drown Patricia Drumbarger - In memory of Ed & Marge Clark on their wedding on 7/31 Anne and Linnea Dugger - In memory of Merle Bud Ross Dennis and Virginia Durbin Larry and Sharon Easler - In memory of Larry Jones and Billy Denny Daniel and Marilyn Eckstein Rev. Marvin and Barbara Ehnen - In memory of Todd Penaluna Carol Ekstrand Jeffrey and Teresa Elgin Jean Elliott - In memory of Brian Garbe Gary and Mary Ernst Cheryl Hoch and Eric Evans - In memory of Delores Amy Faulkner Billy Faulkner Charlie and Michelle Faulkner Randy and Cathy Faulkner, & Family - In memory of Van Pike, Warren Luse, Michael D. Novak, Wilbur Falconer, Barb Dighton, and Olga Drahozal Warren and Pam Feerer - In memory of Michael Dohnalek Helen Feiereisen - In honor of Sandy Fedler s JoAnn Ferguson - In memory of Richard Harger Vern Feuerhelm - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Lewis and Ardyth Finch - In Dave and Barb Fischer - In Lorna Fischer - In memory of Michael Hoppe Gary and Myrna Fisher - In memory of Eileen S. Kramer Jennifer Fisher John and Connie Fosdick Jennifer Foss - In memory of Brandon Vogt John and Bonnye Fowler - In memory of Ken Duncan Sandra Frank - In memory of Rollie Billman Robert Fredsall Mrs. Dixie French - In memory of Betty Knott Sandy Frese Phyllis and James Fritchie Maxine Frueh Melvin Galbraith - In memory of Dee and Bessie Galbraith Charles Gardner - In memory of Dee and James Graham Belinda Gee Florence Glass - In memory of William Daugherty, Brandon Vogt, and Richard Harger Betty Goehring Maxine Gordon - In memory of Mrs. Mary McCammon and Linda Snyder Linda Graybill - In memory of Duane, Frances & James Graybill Gary and Trudy Greaser - In memory of Eileen Kramer Andrew Greco Lance and Liesa Greco Marc and Cathy Gullickson - In memory of James Graham Reatha Hack - In memory of Maxine Leimkuehler Denice Haehlen - In memory of Jim Graham Margaret Hall - In memory of Dee and James Marginal Note: Don t tell me the sky s the limit when there are footprints on the moon. Charitable Contributions from IRAs to Camp Courageous The Pension Protection Act of 2006 first allowed taxpayers age 70½ or older to exclude from gross income otherwise taxable distributions from their IRA ("qualified charitable distributions," or QCDs), up to $100,000, that were paid directly to a qualified charity. These gifts are also known as "Charitable IRA rollovers." The law was originally scheduled to expire in 2007, but was extended through 2013 by subsequent legislation. How QCDs work for You must be 70½ or older in order to make QCDs. You direct your IRA trustee to make a distribution directly from your IRA to a qualified charity. The distribution must be one that would otherwise be taxable to you. You can exclude up to $100,000 of QCDs from your gross income in If you file a joint return, your spouse can exclude an additional $100,000 of QCDs in For more details contact Lance Greco, Associate VP with RBC Wealth Management at Graham J.A. & G.L. Hallock - In memory of Harry & Kathleen Parker Doris Hamilton Jean Hanna Ronald and Jerilyn Hansen Jana Hanson Russell Hanson Walter and Betty Hargraves Marilyn Harken - In memory of Dee Kallie Harris Louis and Diane Harvieux - In Robert Havlik - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Carrie and Chris Heald Dennis and Kathryn Hebdon Mrs. Kathy Hedlund Dale Heil - In memory of Patricia Heil Norb and Suzanne Hemesath - In Joanne Hendricks - In memory of Dee, Dr. John Koch, and James Graham Carl Hendrickson - In memory of James Graham Eldon and Dorothy Hensch - In memory of Grant & Ann Hale Edgar and Patricia Hermann - In Sue Hill Bonnie Hinrichs Michael and Nancy Hirleman - In Harold and Claudine Hixson - In memory of Harriet McGregor Ryan Emily Hodgson Chuck and Shirley Hollan - In memory of Helen Sauer Michael Horning Angie and Brad Horstmann - In memory of Tim Toale Paul and Linda Huber Lauri Hughes - In memory of Dee George and Mary Humphrey Peggy Jo Hungerford - In and Jim Graham Andrew Huntsman Paul Hutchins - In honor of Sally Ryan & James DeBoth Mrs. Jean Imoehl - In memory of Lois Catlett, Brandon Vogt, Mary Ann Donnelly, and Willis Lamb David and Margaret Ipsan - In memory of Brandon Vogt, Mary Ann Donnelly, and Tara Beltz Ron and Mary Ivins Jon and Jodie Janda - In memory of Robert Stearns and Michael Dohnalek David and Linda Jandik - In memory of Brian Garbe Elmer and Janice Jandik - In memory of Eunice Power and Norma Schemmel Greg Janes Leonard and Marge Jansa - In memory of Michael Dohnalek, Olga Drahozal, and Raphael Pisarik Justin Jensen Craig and Helen Joens - In Brad Johnson Lori Johnson - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Russ and Jean Johnson Rose and Glen Johnson - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Rosie Jones Leigh and Tracy Kading John and Kathleen Kammerer Adam Kassem Nishant Kaushik Ruth Ann Kelleher - In memory of Dee Dan and Peggy Kelley - In memory of James Graham Mike and Marietta Kelly Patricia and Keith Kenel Jerry Kern 11

12 Walkin & Wheelin for Camp Courageous November 9, 2013 Please join Camp Courageous at Westdale Mall on Saturday November 9, 2013 from 8:30-11:00 for the annual Walkin & Wheelin for Camp Courageous. This fun-filled event will include an hour-long walk (or shorter if you wish) in the climate-controlled comfort of Westdale Mall in Cedar Rapids. Registration will take place from 8:30-9:30 a.m., walking from 9:30-10:30 a.m., with awards from 10:30 to 11:00 am. Refreshments will be served along with other activities for the whole family. YOUR TEAM OR COMPANY NAME: (optional, i.e. Team Courageous or Susie s Power Walkers ) Name Mailing Address Phone Number: Address: All campers and their families, businesses, schools, colleges, or any individuals who share the dream of Camp Courageous are invited to participate. A Camp Courageous T-shirt will be given to each participant who has collected a minimum of $10.00 in donations. Participants are welcome to register the day of the event. Prizes will be awarded for the individual and team raising the most money for this walk. If you can not attend this walk, consider conducting your own walk at your locality! Westdale Mall Nov. 9, 2013 Registration is 8:30-9:30 AM Walk held 9:30-10:30 AM Awards following walk WALKER DONOR $ $ $ $ Amount CASH CHECK Include the names of your team & sponsors. Individuals with special needs are encouraged to participate! For more info call Becky at , ext or becky@campcourageous.org TOTAL AMOUNT $ $ Submit this form to: Becky Melchert Camp Courageous PO Box 418 Monticello IA CAMP COURAGEOUS Min. donation of $10.00 per T-shirt QUANTITY: CHILD SIZES ADULT SIZES S M L S M L 2X Make checks payable to: Camp Courageous Additional participants may register the day of event (shirt not guaranteed). Walkin and Wheelin for Camp Courageous - A fun and easy way for all ages and abilities to give something back I really didn t know what to expect in 2009 when I signed my family up to raise money for, and participate in, the first annual Walkin and Wheelin for Camp Courageous. It simply sounded like a fun, easy way to monetarily support camp and do it together. And besides, we would be in Westdale Mall in Cedar Rapids shortly before Thanksgiving what a great excuse to do some early Christmas shopping! My teenage daughter, Rachel, had attended Camp Courageous for years, and it was always a fantastic experience. Yet my husband and I never felt pulled to actively join any of their fund raisers. At least not until now. Something was different about this event. Perhaps the indoor environment appealed to me. Maybe the opportunity to do something together as a family drew me in. It may have even been the idea of getting some exercise. Whatever the initial appeal, the entire family jumped in energetically that first year and every year since. We continue to be excited about and look forward to each Walkin and Wheelin. There are several things I believe set Walkin and Wheelin apart from other camp fund raisers: It is a great family event. As the mother of four children, one of whom has significant global developmental delays, I sometimes find it difficult to line up activities we can all do together. There are few things more rewarding than enjoying time together as a family. It s been wonderful also to have some of my extended family join us in last year s walk. Smiles everywhere. Nearly everyone is smiling while walking and visiting, making for an uplifting experience for all. All ages and abilities can participate. Anyone who can leave the confines of their home can join Walkin and Wheelin. Everyone walks or wheels at their own speed, there is no rough ground, and there are many places to rest, with lots of refreshments available. This makes it a great group or school event too. There are fun activities and prizes! Sometimes face painting, other times games and dancing. Always prizes for the most money raised by a group and an individual. Everyone who donates at least $10 receives a camp T-shirt. McGruff the crime dog and Rough Rider also make appearances Rachel loves these guys! You can get creative with your team. Design t-shirts to reflect your team s personality. Perhaps even come up with a mascot (I don t believe anyone has done that yet that may change this year.) It is a chance to get some exercise. You can walk as fast or as slow as you like and for as long as you desire. There s even music to spur you on. It s held in a controlled environment. There is no need to worry about rain or wind, cold or heat, or even bugs. And it s early enough in the year that we don t have to be overly concerned about snow or ice on the roads either. The duration of the walk is short. The entire event only lasts two and a half hours from start to finish, and that s if you get there at the start of registration and stay until the end of awards. This leaves more than half the day open. But, honestly, I m never quite ready when the event is over! However, the most compelling reason to join Walkin and Wheelin, or participate in any of the fundraisers for camp, is the more than 6,000 boys and girls and men and women who attend Camp Courageous every year. Their lives are greatly enhanced by the devoted camp staff and volunteers who selflessly give of themselves. And without donations, Camp Courageous cannot operate. Walkin and Wheelin is a wonderful fund raising event for an incredibly worthwhile cause. I m not the only one who thinks so. Angie Staner and I met several years ago at a parent conference. Her lovely daughter, Megan, has attended Camp Courageous for years. I was pleasantly surprised to run into Angie at the first Walkin and Wheelin. Every year I look forward to seeing her and her family at the event. We sort of have an ongoing friendly rivalry as to who can raise the most money for camp. So far Team Megan has rocked it! Angie appreciates the opportunity to raise money for Camp Courageous. Everybody raises money for something, she explained, With Walkin and Wheelin, it has a direct impact on my family. In addition, Angie says that Megan enjoys being able to jog around the mall. It s something she really likes to do. Angie also appreciates that her kids can hear her prepare and promote the event, watch the dollars come in, and then celebrate by attending the walk. The walk brings fund raising full circle for them. Participating in Walkin and Wheelin for Camp Courageous is a privilege and an honor. Don t miss out on any of the fun! Gather a team today and start raising money for this incredible camp (or even walk and donate individually). I m looking forward to walking with you on the morning of November 9. Word of warning, Rachel will likely greet you with a hug! Camper parent Julie Sunne 12 October Camp Courageous -

13 Alan and Karen Kessler - In Clifford and Allene Ketelsen - In Frank Kinney Debra and Jerome Kiwala - In memory of Ruth Kiddoo Kathleen Kleiman Don and Joyce Klimes - In memory of the deceased members of the Klimes Family James and Mary Klinger Kenneth and Virginia Kloubec - In memory of Tom and Barb Eggleston Keeran and Garlene Knight - In memory of Robert D. Brown Darlene Knussman - In memory of Joanne Williams Nancy Koestner - In memory of Ruth Marilyn Reeves Lillian Kopecky - In memory of Joe Shimek and Albert Kopecky Jayson and Melissa Kramer Mel and Lee Kropuenske - In memory of James Graham Craig and Kris Kroupa - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Theodore and Margaret Kubicek - In memory of Dee Mrs. Phyllis Kuda - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Pat and Bud Kudart - In memory of Jack Koch Steve and Sue Kullander - In memory of Jim Styers, Doug Minard, Jim Pencook, and Tom Cunningham Charlotte Kuriger - In memory of Roger E. Kuriger Duane and Doris Kurrelmeyer Brad Kurtz Dr. Carlton and Wilma Lake - In memory of Mary Ann Donnelly Leah Lander - In honor of Charlie Becker and the Camp Courageous Staff Harvey and Judith Landt Mrs. Rita Lange - In memory of Dee, Delores Miller, and Delores Kathryn Lanius Peter and Kristen Larson - In Erma Leary - In memory of Lorna Ashbacker Randy Lee Heidi Lerch Brad and Karen Lichty Richard and Carol Lilledahl Marilyn Lodge - In memory of Dee Daniel and Donna Lynch Camper Rachel Sunne (R) pictured with a friend and McGruff the Crime Dog at the 2012 Walkin & Wheelin event. Mrs. Helen Macek - In memory of Mike Macek Kathy Maddigan Maureen Maddigan Wally Maher - In memory of Joe Winkie Michael and Nan Marlin Irene Mart - In memory of Leonard Bias Mrs. Mary Martin - In memory of Dee Jeffrey May Loren McAllister and Nina Mayer Marjorie McChristy Caroline McCool - In memory of Mary Ann Donnelly Lisa McCool - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly Francis and Pauline McDonald Patt and Stacy McDowell Lois McGannon - In memory of Thomas Haddy Carol McGregor - In memory of Gary Evilsizer David and Mary Beth McGuire Jim and Dee McNeill - In memory of Delores Dee John P. and Joyce McPartland - In memory of Dee and James Graham Jim and Robin McVeigh Jean Means Mr. and Mrs. Steve Meehleder Rick and Barb Merritt - In Kennon Meyer Norman and Betty Middlekauff Robert E. Miller - In memory of Sarah Jane Seese Verlis and Nancy Miller Richard and Loretta Mitvalsky Dick and Phyllis Moore Peg Moore - In memory of Dee Byron Morehead - In memory of Audrey Morehead Katie Morin - In memory of Phil and Darlene Morris Dick Morrison Robert and Henrietta Mueller Doug and Anne Munson - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Pat and Rena Murphy - In memory of Calvin Musselman Mona Myhlhousen - In memory of Charles Willson Eileen Naber - In memory of Dee Bob and Char Nechanicky - In Jim and Pat Nemmers - In Toni Neta - In memory of Dee William Nodurft Grace Noonan - In memory of Delores Dorothy and Lan Nowotny Mike and Sheri O Donnell - In memory of James Graham Joseph and Laura O Leary - In memory of Ken Duncan Larry and Karen Oakley - In memory of Robert Long Robert Odell Jean Ogden - In memory of Deloris Miller Marilyn Olson - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Floyd Ondler - In memory of Kim Kuda Ruth Otten - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Steve and Susan Ovel - In Jeff and Connie Palmer Ralph and Linda Palmer Margaret Paxton John and Mary Pearson - In honor of John and Mary Pearson s 45th wedding Mark and Julie Pedersen Robert and Margaret Pence - In honor of Jim & Sally DeBoth s wedding Sue Person - In memory of Rollie Billman Mark Petersen Steve and Ann Picray Diane Pitlik Diane and Nancy Pitlik Jean Pitlik Kay Pitlik - In memory of Deloris A. Miller and Dee - In honor of Duane Anton s and Carl & Wilma Lake s 60th wedding Linda Pitlik Nancy Pitlik, & Family Arnold and Mary Port - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Nelda Powers - In memory of Bertha Olmstead Eldon and Margaret Pugh - In and James Graham Dale and Caryl Rammelsberg - In memory of Ernest Streicher Dorothy Ramsey - In memory of Vernon Kent Amiee Raue Russell and Heidi Rauscher H. Thomas and Pat Reed - In Mary Reed Todd and Jennifer Reed - In memory of Dee Miller Evelyn Regan - In memory of Dee Jeff and Lisa Rehman, Alex & Leo - In memory of Mary Donnelly Bernie - In memory of Jim Graham Florence Renner - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly Gerri Repass Mary Reu - In memory of Marvel Donohoe and Rosemary Panosh Lawrence Arlene Reyman - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Janice Richardson Mr. Leo Rigel - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Marvin & Hermina Rigel - In Shirley Rissi Jim and Phyllis Ritchie - In memory of John Hoefer Louise Roalson Helen Rodenberg Jack Roland - In memory of Dee Nick Rossin Don and Ann Rowe - In memory of Maynard Rowe, Bob Slaymaker, Leroy Holub, and Corey Wright - In honor of Don & Ann Rowe s 60th wedding Henry and Ann Royer - In Kevin and Pattie Sanborn Joan Sanders Karen Sasek - In memory of Frances Sonka Delaine Sather Jim and Sara Sauter, & Family - In memory of Dee Hal and Joyce Schaefer - In Joan and Ed Schaffer Marginal Note: When you re at the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on. Emmett & Mary Ann Scherrman - In memory of James Graham Helen Schmelz Mr. Robert Schmit Kevin and Janette Schneider - In memory of James Graham Dave and Pam Schowalter Mel and Marj Schulte - In memory of Merle Yanecek Melvin Scoville Chad Seely Rick and Wanda Sellers Richard and Jeanne Sentman Paul and Mary Ann Shaughnessy - In memory of Deloris A. Miller and Dee Laura Shepard - In memory of James Graham Terry Shepard - In memory of Dee and James Graham Emmett and Mary Ann Sherrman - In memory of Dee Gertrude Shipley - In memory of Dee James Showers - In memory of Loretta Showers Jim and Mary Jo Sires - In memory of Karen McElhinney Betty Skvor - In memory of Karen Sue McElhinney Robert and Marlene Smejkal - In memory of Geraldine Cabrnoch and Richard Dick Barta Ellery Smith Frances and Lawrence Smith - In memory of James Graham Mary Jane Smith Sarah Smith Sara Sorensen Elizabeth Spaight Richard and Bev Spencer - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Terry and Shellie Springer - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Jeanne Sramek - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly Annie Stark Sam Stark Anogene Stary - In memory of Robert R. Stary Paul & Kaye Steege Robert and Sandra Stepanek - In honor of Jim & Pam Engel s 50th wedding Gary and Judy Stevens Joanne Stevens Chip Scholl and Diane Stickney Lisa and Bryon Stolba Robert and Shirley Storm - In memory of Eileen Kramer Faith Strackbein - In memory of Margaret Wood Coddington and Hulda Chapman Mrs. Rosalie Strang - In memory of Dee Rehstrom Eleanor Streletzky John and Sherry Swanson - In Lloyd Sylvester David Thatcher David and Karen Thinnes Darlene Trachta - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Vic and Alice Tritle Dan Tucker Joan Turley - In memory of Terrance Terry Mooney Brian Turner Mrs. Joyce Twachtmann Mark and Karen Ultis Don and Nancy Unash - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Camp Courageous has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Dubuque Racing Association. This grant will be applied toward the purchase and installation of a new cooler/freezer system for the storage and preservation of high quality food for the campers. The DRA grant committee members recognized the importance of this project and its assistance in providing nutritious, appealing meals to the over 6,500 individuals with special needs served at camp each year. Last year the DRA provided a grant for a bridge to provide safe access from one of side of camp's new Lake Todd to the other. The DRA has been good friends of camp for many years providing funding toward projects including a perimeter fence around the lake property, a bus and mini-bus, a water system for camp, the purchase of defibrillators, and building the Jungle Gym. Mark & Susie Valliere - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Richard and Liz Valliere - In - In honor of Dave & Barb Hennessey s wedding Kevin and Mary Van Houten - In memory of Darlene Lidvall Stevenson Marilyn Van Houten Ann Vestle Jennet Volden Adeline Volesky - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Randy Harris & Chris Vorhies Heather Waddell Wanda Rae Wagaman Wade and Ni Wagner - In Bernie & Jackie Walther Jeanne Wampler - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Jenni Wedewer Charlie and Tina Weepie Brenda West Jim and Mary Ann Wetherbee Matthew White Jenny Whitney - In memory of Frances Marie Painter Wayne & Judy Whittom - In memory of Betty Gearhart Chris & Angie Wiese Dave and Judy Wilkin - In memory of James Graham and Michael Dohnalek Paul and Gail Williams - In memory of Delores Dee John and JoAnn Wilson - In memory of Delores Dennis and Ethel Winger - In memory of Frances Sonka Julia Winkel Marian Winkie - In memory of Charlotte Meroshek David and Debra Yeoman - In memory of Jim Graham Wilfred and Lillian Zipperer - In memory of Ann Hunt Pickford - In honor of Bill Burnell 7G Distributing LLC AAA Minnesota/Iowa Acme Graphics, Inc. Airport National Golf Complex Applebee s Area Ambulance Service Cedar Memorial Funeral Home Cedar Rapids Area Convention and Visitors Bureau - In honor of Iowa District Optimists 2013 State Convention Cedar Rapids Bowling Center Cedar Rapids Marriott Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Cedar Rapids Scottish Rite Mason Cedar Rapids VFW Auxiliary #788 Chick-fil-A Clean Queen Collins Community Credit Union CR Signs, Inc. CRANDIC Dave Schmitt Construction Co, Inc. Discovery Living Inc. Doubletree by Hilton Duchess Cleaners Earl May Garden Center Edwin Watts Golf Elks Club Lodge #251 Elmcrest Country Club - In memory of Delores Engineered Seal Products International Five Seasons Beam & Specialty Club Fleck Sales Four Seasons Friends of Tom Eggleston Frontier Garden Center Gamma Phi Beta-Cedar Rapids Chapter General Mills Grand Lodge of Iowa, A.F. & A.M. Heartscape Studios Hogan & Hansen Home Depot Homewatch CareGivers - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Homewood Suites by Hilton JP Gasway Just Jules Kaplan University Nursing Students Klinger Paint & Interiors Las Compadres Lasso In Antiques Lighthouse Inn Supper Club Little Caesars Lonnie s Health and Wealth Mailing Services Inc. Management Consultants Co. Medicap Pharmacy Moods Salon Non Profit Services Corp. Olive Garden Panchero s Mexican Grill RBC Wealth Management Red Frog Red Lobster Robert C. South Trust 13

14 For many years farmers have donated cattle and hogs for butchering to Camp Courageous. This has been a tremendous help with menu planning and a big savings to dietary. This fall, Camp Courageous is asking farmers and grain growers to donate a portion of their harvest to help secure the future of camp for over 6,500 special needs campers per year. For details on how you can help camp during your harvest season please contact Dennis at , ext. 2140, or send to: dennis@campcourageous.org Rockwell Collins - In memory of Mary Jane Bronson and James Graham Rockwell Collins Emp. United Fund Roscoe s Pizza Sellers Broadcasting, Inc. Siegels Jewelry Slumberland Furniture Soroptimist Club of Cedar Rapids and Marion Spring House Restaurant St. Andrews Golf Club Staples Sweet Seductions T-J s Steakhouse Teahen Funeral Home The AR-Jay Center The Estate of Mary Jean Adams The Hotel at Kirkwood Center The John Gardner Family - In honor of Sister Lenore Gardner s 75th Jubilee The Longbranch Hotel and Convention Center The Maurice Foundation The Retreat Massage & Spa The Winery at Kirkwood, Horticulture Dept. The Wright Touch - In memory of Harvard Nice and Burnell Hines Theisen s Home-Farm-Auto Tobacco Outlet Plus (Kwik Trip) Tobacco Outlet Plus (Kwik Trip) Toyota Financial Services Transamerica Vivent Wal-Mart Supercenter #2716 Wilson Class of In If you are a federal employee, don t forget camp during this year s WMT- Clear Channel CENTER JUNCTION, IA Jones County Conservation CENTER POINT, IA Mary Behrens - In memory of John Behrens Kathryn and Hanna Davidson Stuart and Lori Davidson, & Family Bob and Carol Engelken - In memory of Sarah Wolfe Mary Jane Gustoff - In memory of Leila Boddicker Don and Carol Hatch - In memory of James Graham Lynn and Rebecca Hingst Garnet Rae Mader - In memory of Adeline Volesky and Olga M. Drahozal Laura Scharosch Meredith Wolfe Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Preceptor Delta Chi Center Point Urbana High School CENTRAL CITY, IA Bill and Rosemary Carroll Ross and Judith Cummings - In memory of Keith Cope Gene and Phyllis Demean - In memory of Keith Cope Dennis and Julie Edgerly - In memory of James Graham Nathan Etten David Hough Rayferd and Jane Moyer Joan Silver - In honor of Mr. & Mrs. Norman Byers 50th wedding First United Methodist Church Meadowview Country Club COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN. camp courageous #11076 CHARITON, IA Mr. Ed Meyer Lloyd Van Dorn Memorial - In memory of Lloyd Van Dorn CHARLOTTE, IA Jean Burke - In memory of Wade Wiese Brad Burken - In memory of Agnes Eberhart Daryl and Verda Mae Glahn - In memory of Jared Wiese and Wade Wiese Joe and Doris Hoffmann - In memory of Wade Wiese, Eldon Wiese, and Lois Mclimon - In honor of Gerald Hoffmann s and Terry & Lorie Messevick s 12th wedding Diane Ketelsen - In memory of Wade Wiese Bill and Carol Schrader - In memory of Wade Wiese Laurence and Nancy Spain - In memory of Wade Wiese Sharon Thomas Bob and Sandra Unruh - In memory of Agnes Eberhart - In honor of Leroy Andersen s 90th and Wade Wiese Harry & Wes Wiese - In memory of Agnes Eberhart Charlotte High School Class of In memory of Wade W. Wiese Gooselake Lions Club CHELSEA, IA Virgil and Irene Kasal - In memory of Connie Risner Kenneth and Judy Kenner Elaine Schmutte - In memory of Bernard L. Upah and Gerald Timm Dick and Mary Lou Van De Walle - In honor of Stan and Jane Henzelka s 60th wedding Elsie Whitsell - In memory of Dorothea Bozyn CLARE, IA June Lawler - In memory of Debra and Janice Kelly CLARENCE, IA Shirley Geadelmann Velma Huebner - In memory of Janice Penningroth Merlin and Darlene Hulse - In memory of LaVern Schoon Robert and Phyllis Hunwardsen - In memory of Deborah Steva and Janice Penningroth King and Connie Kelly - In memory of George Hoffner Larry and Elda Licht - In memory of Mary Bronson and Gerold Bud Behne Larry and Shirley Mostaert - In memory of George Hoffner CLARION, IA K & H Coop CLERMONT, IA Knights of Columbus Council #12381 CLINTON, IA David and Mary Broadrick Allen and Betty Chekal - In memory of Glen Von Sprecken Henry and Pat Clark - In memory of John Wilkerson Lou Ann Daley - In memory of Fran Bickelhaupt and Marilyn Tieso Gilbert and Dolores Diercks - In memory of Glen Von Sprecken, Joyce Krogmann, and Reynold Maeve Mike Diercks - In memory of Wade Wiese Andy and Renee Friedrichsen Bill and Lois Hall Jane & Bob Harding Connie Heath Lorraine Husmann Jesse and Laura Kasterke - In memory of Erwin Ernest Dostal and Joan Hagge Evelyn Kruse - In memory of Arlene Engel Kathleen Lorenzen Vyrlee & Diane Mahmens - In memory of Bonnie Wiese Phyllis Mayer Laverne Myers - In memory of Joyce Krogmann Irene Nielsen - In memory of Glen Von Sprecken Roger and Patty Petersen - In memory of Hazel Margaret Ploog Donald and Ronnie Sue Schoenle John & Rose Anne Smith - In honor of Don Simpson s 85th Janet Steen - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Ben and Barbara Tietjens - In memory of Joyce Krogmann and Reynold Naeve Robert and Eldona Turney - In memory of Joyce Krogmann - In honor of Ruth Turney s 95th Diane and David Voss - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding John and Patricia Wenzel - In memory of Agnes McCarthy Clinton County Emergency Management Agency CLIO, IA Robert and Janet Mortimore CLIVE, IA Sandy Bland Randy and Cathy Seligman - In memory of Barbara Peiffer Emily Sullivan Peak & Co., LLP - In memory of Norma D. Schemmel COGGON, IA Daryl and Karen Annis - In memory of Helen Ruth Sauer, Linda D. Fisher, Kathryn M. Hawker, Lowell Ervin Meier Sr, and Monty M. Sackett - In honor of Ernie Zimpfer s 90th Cletus Kremer - In memory of Irma Cooper, Marie Holub, Al Erdahl, and Charles Kremer Lucile Pratt - In memory of Leroy Holub Geraldine Wiant - In memory of Ken Gove Coggon Clippers 4H Group COLESBURG, IA Donald Phelps CONESVILLE, IA Ann Murphy - In memory of Helen Clark CONROY, IA Rich Martens Affordable Automotive & Collision CORALVILLE, IA Barb Collins - In memory of Dr. Susan Gardner, Adeliene Giamari, and Betty Collins on her Marv Cook Jodi Cooper Web and Janet Cramer - In memory of Len Spenler Andrew Degen Nathaniel Degen Daniel Millmeyer - In memory of Norma D. Schemmel Herman and Ilene Paulsen Gary and LaDonna Wicklund Harney Oil Iowa River Power Co. Regions Bank Scheels All Sports The Iowa Children s Museum CORYDON, IA Russ and Barbara Danielsen - In memory of Roger Tapper Bradley Sindelar COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA Mr. Lyle Jordan CRAWFORDVILLE, IA Kurt Rossiter - In memory of Dorothea Brus DALLAS CENTER, IA Dawn Carlson Brian and Linda Myers - In memory of Mary Alice Kirkwood DAVENPORT, IA Duane Arp Joseph and Mary Bailey - In memory of Margaret Morrissey Elaine Bender - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Roger and Jodi Blake - In honor of Hope Bernick Richard Coussens - In memory of Dorothea Brus Charles DCamp Mr. and Mrs Ryan Easton - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Vernon and Marie Ehrecke - In memory of Dorothea Brus Alan and Nancy Elias - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Patricia Englander - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Gloria and Robert Faso Kory Griffin Christina Harper - In honor of Hope Bernick Lavonne Hinrichs - In memory of Henry Hinrichs Jr. Gary and Janelle Hoker - In memory of Dorothea Brus Rev. Ronald and Karen Huber - In honor of Hope Bernick Bruce and Kay Ingham - In memory of Kathleen Kay Tandy Art and Judy Jansen Martha Johnson Larry Jones Ariel Kean - In honor of Hope Bernick Lisa Keller - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Karen and Jerome Kline How can I help? Keith Kline Les and Karin Kline Jim and Marie Kopatich - In memory of Rick Blozevich, Carter Le Beau, and Rhonda Johnson - In honor of Peggy & Joe Ragona s 50th wedding Dorothy Kroeger - In memory of Robert Desmet, Verna Muller, Max Ganzer, Robert Van Vooren, and Robert Giertz Karen Lorenzen - In memory of Judy Paulsen Truly Marten - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Nadine Meyer - In memory of Don Riley Rob Meyers Aubrey Nelson Richard and Marsha Nelson - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Wayne and Marlene Nelson - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Tom and Kristy Parker Donald and Connie Patridge - In honor of Luke Ferrell s 1st Mardel Peters Connie and Jerry Pitzer - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Jim and Dorothy Plagmann - In memory of Dee Liebbe John Plank - In memory of Jack Watts and Dorthy Miller Russ and Chris Risley Mr. and Mrs. David Roll - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Sharon Roll - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Jennifer Ryan - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Nona Scheper - In memory of Elaine Hack Dave and Sandra Schmidt Ed Schneckloth - In honor of Hope Bernick Charlie Shaffer Dr. Emeric and Shirley Solymossy Vicky Speth - In honor of Hope Bernick Jim and Mary Stolley - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Brian & Dolores Walters Richard Winterlin Home Hardware Kaaba Shriners Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre Quad City Symphony Orchestra River Music Experience Travel with Camp Courageous! Group home staff, caregivers, case-mangers, etc. volunteers are needed for the Camp Courageous Travel Program. Have you have ever been interested in traveling with Camp Courageous? Here is your opportunity. Volunteers go on trips for FREE! Meals, transportation, activities, and lodging are all paid for. But you have to act now, trips fill up quick! Contact Travel Director Rolando Morales at ext or rmorales@campcourageous. org, for more information and how to sign-up 14 October Camp Courageous -

15 Royal Neighbors of America, Fern Camp 3798 VFW Aux. #828 VFW Canfield Hughes Ladies Aux 9128 Von Maur Retiree s Club - In memory of Dee Liebbe DANVILLE, IA Kory Moore DE WITT, IA Nancy Aiken - In memory of Joyce Yocum Nelson, Betty Simmons, Mardonna Richael, Ruth R. Rulenbeck, Jane Schultz, and Dwain Galloway Lee and Luanne Barber - In memory of Vernon Kennedy Lou and Carla Behrend - In memory of John Sievers Gregg and Denise Block - In memory of Melvin Steimel and Julie Hutchins Charles and Joan Burke - In memory of Wade Wiese Frances Burke - In memory of Dick Johnson, Mary Jane Bronson, John Sievers, and Kendall Johnson Carol Christensen - In memory of Virginia Krob, Earl Bloomfield, and Marilyn Jordan Joel and Brenda Dieckmann - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Ron and Carol Dohrmann - In memory of Elaine Hack - In honor of Karl & Marcia Donaubauer s 40th Wedding Anniversary William and Karen Fatchett - In memory of John Sievers Jr - In honor of Joe & Cheryle Feldpausch, LeRoy Andresen s 90th, and Duane & Bernice Meyer s 50th wedding David and Judith Fletcher - In memory of Joan Hayes, Howard Hays, Dorothy Moughler, and Mae Grutz Joyce Fletcher - In memory of Joan Hays and Howard Hays Velma Forret - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins James and Sue Gravert - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins and Gerold Bud Behne Greg and Amy Haack - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Joel and Maxine Hinck - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Dr. Peter and Beth Laureijs, M.D. - In memory of Mary Jane Bronson Thomas and Sandra Meade - In memory of Julie Ann Dieckmann Hutchins Ray and Jan Meier - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Duane and Bernice Meyer - In honor of Wayne Hartz 75th Debra Moughler - In memory of Charlie Sheridan Maribeth Penningroth - In memory of Jan Penningroth Richard & Jacquelyn Polansky - In memory of Gordon Berst Dr. Marvin Richeal - In memory of Gordon Berst, Rev. Garland Gotowski, Rod Varilek, Charly Sheridan, and Kendal Johnson Geno and Diana Samuel - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Merwyn and Joyce Scheckel - In memory of Julie (Dieckmann) Hutchins - In honor of Duane & Bernice Meyer s 50th wedding Dennis and Cheryl Schroeder Scott & Kim Steffens - In memory of Else Kalfas, Dorothy Moughler, and Julie (Dieckmann) Hutchins Verlyn and Carol Steines - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins - In honor of Duane & Bernice Meyer s 50th wedding Wyatt Tabor - In memory of Donnie Dague Dorothy Weber Jerry and Judy Weiss - In memory of Julie (Dieckmann) Hutchins Jane Yokoi - In memory of Robert Mitchell and John Sievers Craig and Pamela Anderson - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Mrs. Ardith Barr - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Carol Block - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding John and Karey Carlin - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Gene and Patricia Frey - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Kelly Galloway - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Paul and Jennifer Hill - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Leland and Melva Hurley - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Patricia McClintic - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Dale McConohy - In memory of Wade Wiese Leo Greco CDs & DVDs! The following locations have Leo's CDs where 100% of the money goes to camp: Home Hardware in Davenport; Country Junction Restaurant in Dyersville; Ox Yoke Inn in the Amanas; Homestead Restaurant in Independence; and the Camp Courageous Camp Store. Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Lucy Melvin - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Don and Staci Mercado - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Deborah Moore - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Michele Muhs - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Jean Peahl - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding John and Jane Riedesel - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Doug and Pat Schultz - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy J.C. and Janet Selby - In honor of Duane & Bernice Meyer s 50th wedding Lyle and Norma Sheldon - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Todd Steffens - In memory of Else Kalfas Ken and Deb Stelpflug - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Peg Thiltgen William and Crystal Vetter - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Mary Bronson Estate - In memory of Mary Jane Bronson The Family of Gerold Behne - In memory of Gerold Bud Behne Cornerstone Women s Group DECORAH, IA Michael and Marcia Floy - In memory of Lloyd Van Dorn V.F.W. Auxiliary #1977 DELHI, IA Tanner Ellison Darrel and Ann Goldsmith - In memory of Grace Laxson and Donald Moorman Darwin and Jane Mesch Brett and Barb Wall Donald and Karen Williams - In honor of Lincoln Manfull s 2nd DELMAR, IA Richard and Joyce Bennis - In memory of Bonnie Wiese and Art Frey Donald and Carol Cain - In honor of Wade Wiese Curt and Diane Claeys - In honor of Loyal Buzzy Wiese s Sr. 95th Mary Davis - In memory of Sheila Ziemba and Agnes Eberhart MaDonna Gannon - In memory of Gordon Berst, Art Frey, and Madeline Mickey Mary Kittleson - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Ray McDermott - In memory of Agnes Eberhart and Wade Wiese Don and Lena McDonald - In memory of Wade Wiese Larry and Carol Ann Roeder - In memory of Ray Rennock, Don Reistroffer, Wade Wiese, and Irene Elsner - In honor of Thais Srosenbruger s 2nd 37th, Buzzy Weese s 95th, Frances Burke s 80th, and John Camp s 2nd 40th Paul & Catherine Seyfert - In memory of Wade Wiese - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Terence and Helen Spain - In honor of Wade Wiese DENVER, IA Barbara Young - In memory of Lynn Kobliska DES MOINES, IA Megan Cain Robert and Rosemary Collins Jim and Michelle Derwin David and Nancy Diehl Robert and Kris Erickson Aryn Flood Charles Hill Deanna Jackson Joseph and Ann Jeffries - In memory of Marilyn Reeves Marilyn Parsons Toni Zarr American Legion of Iowa Foundation Central Iowa Travel Masters Chapter 144 Iowa One Gift Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation Iowa State Patrol Keck Energy Unified Contracting Services, Inc. - In memory of Roger Tapper DIXON, IA Dick and Dorothy Bockwoldt Melvin and Anna Esbaum - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Kay Friederichs - In memory of Douglas Whalen Melvin and Joanne Puck - In memory of Max Ganzer DONNELLSON, IA Rick and Jane Ehlts - In memory of Elizabeth Janssen St. Paul s United Church of Christ DOUDS, IA National T.T.T. Society DUBUQUE, IA Francis and Norma Apel Betty Artus Robert and Linda Becker Shirley Bergfeld - In memory of Robert Bob Kehl Douglas and Suzanne Boeckmann - In memory of Bill Alford Dan and Millie Boge Ashleigh Bush Rachael Campbell Jacqueline and Vincent Crimmins Norma Denlinger Sherry and Duane Ellerbach Kelsey Fawver Brittany Friederick Larry and Renee Friedman Wm. H. and Kathryn Frommelt Steve Gorius Derek Griesinger Martin Helle Kathleen Herber Alice Cass Hinz - In memory of David Cass Lorna and Gene Hoefflin - In memory of Bob & Jean Kaiser Mary Alice Kirkwood - In memory of Louis Kirkwood and Bernice & Joseph Brinkmoeller Alan and Sherry Kloft Charlie, You know, someone has said "The meaning of life is to discover your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away." Well, spending some time at Camp Courageous, one learns about life. The Camp, your staff,(you included) and the campers, all teach a person about life. Lorenze, Kevin and I had an enjoyable learning experience today. For this, we thank you for the opportunity, In Lionism, Art Matje For decades camper Joe Mara has wanted my job because it is one of those jobs anyone can do. During Brain Injury Week I left my office for two minutes and, sure enough, Joe has taken over. Joe promises change if he becomes director... Charlie. Gery and Jan Kremer - In honor of Nick & Julie Sauser s 50th wedding Anthony Less Michael McDermott - In memory of Lois & Joni McDermott Crescentia Mello Hillary and Tim Melvold - In honor of Janet Erdall s 60th Larry and Donna Miller Molly Murphy Lucille Nicholson Bobbie Nienkark Patrick O Rourke - In memory of Clem Reuter Carolyn Oswald - In memory of Keith Oswald Melissa Page Gary and Kathy Reid Betty Reuter - In memory of Clem Reuter Kenneth and Lois Reuter - In memory of Adam Birkett and Clem Reuter - In honor of Rachel Sunne Arlene Rowe - In memory of Maynard Rowe Lynn Schmal Susan Schueller Isaac Slagel Judy Soltow Don and Irene Stephan, & Katie Irene, Donald and Katie Stephan Stephen and Arlene Turnis - In honor of blessing received Larry and Linda VanNatta - In memory of Mary Jo Kiernan and Al Pfiffner Patty Veneziano Jane Wagner - In memory of Rosemary Bailey Mr. Robert Wahlert - In memory of Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Wahlert, and Jim Wahlert Susan Wahlert Sharon Young - In memory of Joann Peterson and Mrs. Berg ACCW Dubuque Deanery American Trust Cartegraph Catfish Charlies Colorbrite Custom Cleaning - In memory of Willard Brimeyer Dubuque Fire Department Edward Jones Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark Donations Iowa Good Sam James B. and Melita A. McDonough Foundation Mario s Italian Restaurant Mulgrew Oil Co Mystique Casino Prairie Farms Dairy Rainbow Oil Co. Sisters of Charity of the BVM Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque St. Anthony s Church Stone Cliff Winery Sunny the Savasaurus The Catholic Community of Oak Park PL Tri-State Industries, Inc. V.F.W. Post #508 Ladies Auxiliary Marginal Note: The price of greatness is responsibility. 15

16 DUNDEE, IA Patrick and Marsha Mescher DUNKERTON, IA Katherine Wellner - In memory of Chris Toneff, Larry Delagardelle, Jean Knebel, and Jerry Delagardelle Harriett Wheeler - In memory of Alex Etringer, Chris Toneff, Jim Anderson, and Harold DeLong Russ and Jeannine Zuck DURANT, IA Brian and Sheila Fargo - In memory of Dorothea Brus Elaine Sorgenfrey - In memory of Verna Muller and Grace Rife Betty Zindel DYERSVILLE, IA Dave and Patty Bell Mr. Troy Bockenstedt Verna Mae Johannes - In memory of Loras Pfab and Aloys Berns - In honor of Beverly White for being named the V.F.W. Auxiliary State President of Iowa for Kenneth and Diane Koch - In memory of Joanne Benke Helm Ruth Koelker Gary and Dawn Olberding - In memory of Diane Drees Jim and Katie Olberding - In memory of Karla Jo Knipper and Bernard Burkle - In honor of Roger Riesburg for being ordained a deacon for St. Francis Xavier Parish in Dyersville and to his wife Kathy for being at his side to help obtain this Ken and Lois Olberding - In memory of Carl Burbach and Joey Kolle - In honor of Sister Janet Stelken s 50th jubilee Loras and Melanie Phillips - In memory of Irvin Singsank Gerald and Marilyn Prier - In memory of Marie Thier, Louise Schmal, and Benie Burkle John and Mary Seitz - In memory of Donald Otting Arthur and Joan Weber - In memory of Pearl Meier SPEC-CAST DYSART, IA Don and Janice Lyons - In memory of Roger Tapper, Linda Fisher, Curt Jans, Mike Lassen, Shirley Hadley, and Marvin Palmer Marilyn Mehlhaus - In memory of Curtis Jans, Mike Lassen, and Marvin Palmer Don and Kayln Putz Dysart United Methodist Church, Rebekah Circle EARLVILLE, IA Gilbert and Carolyn Fangman - In memory of Pete Boge Betsy Fessler - In memory of Grace Laxson John and Carla Geistkemper - In memory of Samuel Miller, Erwin Steffen, and Eugene Boge Mark and Lisa Kramer - In honor of Ray & Jan Kamin s 50th wedding, Loras & Shirley Schlichte s 50th wedding, and John & Ruth Ries 50th wedding EDGEWOOD, IA Ramona Lange - In memory of William Fabregas Steve and Rebecca Lange - In memory of Bill Fabregas Kay Moser - In memory of Wilbur Wulfekuhle Francis and Joan Sperfslage - In memory of Donna Juron and Irene Fishel ELDRIDGE, IA Jeff and Crista Ashcraft Jon and Diane Ball - In memory of John, Iyla & Katina Ball Lorenz and Marian Behrens - In honor of Hope Bernick Eileen Dexter - In memory of Andrew Dexter Dennis and Gayla Eads - In memory of Dorothy Moughler Alberta Gilbert Gloria Hamann - In memory of Dorothea Brus Edna Hartwig - In memory of Ann Sobotka Jeanette Keppy - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Brian and Sherri Marceau - In honor of Hope Bernick Arthur and Susanne Matje Jerry and Ann Mohr - In honor of Hope Bernick Robert and Pataricia Reese - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Tom and Nadine Schwarz - In memory of Ann Sobotka North Scott Foods The Family of Marlys Hemmen - In memory of Marlys Hemmen ELKADER, IA Donald and Jane Grove - In honor of James D. O Connor John and Ericka Moyna - In memory of Pat & Cecil Moyna Elkader Lions Club ELWOOD, IA Leland Bachtell - In memory of Richard Stockseth Ed and Irma Neiber - In memory of Arlene Engel ELY, IA Ethel Anderson - In memory of Dee Charles and Paula Franks - In memory of Ken Duncan Marjorie Nejdl - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Lisa Pershing Michael and Diane Polton - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Caitlin Slessor Lorraine Spidle - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Viola Zahradnik - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Iowa Food Code Prohibits the use of food prepared in a facility not inspected by State or County Inspections. EPWORTH, IA Tom and Coleen Hancock Ellen and Dakota Koerperich - In memory of Josh Koopmann, Paul Freiburger, Rose Mary Ernzen, Kay Boge, Betty Luensmann, John Foulk, Mary Sweeney, Betty Simon, Ben Leytem, and Lois Kluesner ESTHERVILLE, IA Houseman Oil Co., Inc. - In memory of Roger Tapper EVANSDALE, IA Sarah Eichenberger FAIRBANK, IA Joseph and Dianne Rubino - In memory of Joe Rubino Sr, Wally & Milly Kaufman, and Ione Aitchison - In honor of Gerry, Vicki & Mick Staebell Marilyn Steggall - In memory of Ronald Steggall FAIRFAX, IA Regis and Barb Arp - In and Francis Frame John and Amy Berns Verna and Bill Boland - In memory of Frances Sonka Joann Burger - In memory of Wilmer Wimpy Sedlacek George and Joanne Chadima - In Tami Fiala Ewald and Tina Gerken - In memory of Terry Clemens Mildred Harover - In memory of Rita Hohenshell Genevieve Kucera - In memory of Michael Dohnalek Herman and Sandra Meyer Kent Miskimen Alvin & Donna Pavlis - In and Inez Hartley Jason Rabe Matt Spellerberg - In memory of Ronald Bud Burger and Wimpy Sedlacek Marcella Stallman - In memory of W.V. Sedlacek Ronald and Carol Stallman - In memory of Wilmer Sedlacek Larry and Betty Vondracek - In Holly Wishnousky Mr. Harold Zenisek - In memory of Marjorie Zeman and Wimpy Sedlacek Richard and Bernice Zenisek - In memory of Frank Skip Saylor, Cecelia Behan, and Wimpy Sedlacek Pace Supply Pekomy Post #572 FAIRFIELD, IA Maxine Butler - In memory of Pat Heater Blake and Carol Carnahan - In memory of Patrick Morton Kevin and Laura Curran - In honor of Ross Robinson Charlotte Fleig - In memory of Ronald J. Kitch Shirley Kitch - In memory of Tom Krumboltz and Harriet Adam Rhonda Robinson Rita VanDerSnick - In memory of Harriet Adam The Estate of Norma Robinson - In memory of Norma Robinson FARLEY, IA Megan Hart-Hofstetter Mrs. Adele Kluesner Tom Schemmel - In memory of Eunice Marie Power Delores Their FARMERSBURG, IA Cheryll Scherf - In memory of Duane Lamker and John Palas FAYETTE, IA Jeff and Diane Baker - In memory of Ernie Streicher Donna James - In memory of Shirley Lyon Kramer FOREST CITY, IA Forest City Breakfast Lions FORT ATKINSON, IA Zeta Heckmann Leon and Bernice Kipp - In memory of Georgina Elsbernd and Zeta Mae Heckmann Alan and Teresa Kurash - In memory of Zeta Heckmann FORT DODGE, IA Keith Lawler - In memory of Kenny Heid FORT MADISON, IA James and Elizabeth Grothaus GARNAVILLO, IA Gary and L. Sue Meyer - In memory of James Graham GARNER, IA Mary Borchers - In memory of Lynn Kobliska GARRISON, IA Dawn Flickinger - In memory of Marvin Palmer GILBERTVILLE, IA Rita Becker - In honor of Allan & JoAnn Weber s golden wedding Elizabeth Phillips Theresa Schmitz - In honor of Bernie Becker s 80th Lindsey Weber Mary Weber - In honor of Bernard Becker s 80th American Legion Nugent- Demuth Post 714 GLENWOOD, IA Heidi Kloeckner GRAND MOUND, IA Dan and Cindy Behr - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Allen and Cookie Block - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Don and Mary Lou Block - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Don and Betty Burzlaff - In honor of Bob & Avis Diercks 50th wedding, Tom & Debbie Diercks 25th wedding, and Richard & Verla Wulf s 50th wedding Robert and Avis Diercks - In memory of Allen Dean Rickertsen - In honor of your 50th wedding, Gary & Sherry Meyer s 50th wedding, Don Kent s 90th, and Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Tom and Deb Diercks - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Alta Mae Dosland - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Theresa Eschbach - In memory of John Sievers and Bob DeSmet - In honor of (L-R) Camper Laura Wagner of Iowa City, counselor Jenna Strain of Hampshire, IL, camper Leslie Finnigan of DeWitt, Americorps counselor Madeline Tomé of Grand Rapids, MI, and camper Mary Hanson of Iowa City are pictured outside of the Sill Barn this fall at Camp Courageous. Bob & Diane Fuller s 50th wedding Kenny and Diane Geffers - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Dean and Donna Geise - In honor of James Moore s 80th Nancy and Alan Henningsen - In memory of Richard Johnson and Marla Jackson - In honor of Duane & Bernice Meyer s 50th wedding, Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding, Dwain & Dorothy, and Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Lois Moore-Rittmer - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Leonard and Nancy Olson - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Leyland and Soni Ruggeberg - In memory of John Sievers and Opal Kanneberg - In honor of Bob & Avis Diercks 50th wedding and Richard & Verla Wulf s 50th wedding Mark and Vickie Sievers - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Tom and Margaret Vetter - In honor of Don & Ann Ott s 60th wedding Brian and Cindy Will - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Ray and Eileen Flammang - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy and Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Clinton County Conservation GRANGER, IA LMC GREELEY, IA James and Linda Kerper - In memory of Richard Dick Ashline GRIMES, IA David and Diane Messerli - In memory of Patrick Morton GRINNELL, IA Mr. Arthur Heimann Edith Parmley Marcia Schults Jarl and Marcia Walters Craig and Connie Weir - In memory of Dick Clark VFW Auxiliary #3932 GUERNSEY, IA Lee & Beverly King - In memory of Barbara Kimm, Arvin Welch, and Paul H. Wiedow GUTTENBERG, IA Lois Goerdt - In memory of Michael Fessler Doug s Pub & Grill Guttenberg Golf & Country Club The Landing...A Riverfront Inn Ashley Wilson HAMBURG, IA Marjorie Bennett HAMPTON, IA Les and Shelly Craighton Kimberly Heilskor Marian Johnson - In memory of Dutch Richtsmeier and Dale Johnson HARLAN, IA Dean and Carolyn Oldenburg HARTWICK, IA Daniel Scandridge HAZLETON, IA Jerry and Naomi Bird - In memory of Larry D. Hoth and Linda Masey HIAWATHA, IA Karen Fassler Dorothy Gee Roberta Hamdorf Julie Hoffmann Mark Johnson Kenny and Phyllis Jones - In memory of Dave Graw William Jurgensen - In Don and Sharon Kouba Judy Matousek Ted and Jennifer Olson Richard and Pat Semelroth - In memory of Lloyd Van Dorn Sharon Steele Blair Ridge Dental - In memory of Raymond Hansen, Leonard West, Margaret Himmelsbach, Elaine Swenson, and Holly Hess Cedar Rapids Toyota Conference Technologies, Inc. Ketelsen RV Oscar s Restaurant Tomaso s Pizza World Class Industries, Inc. 16 October Camp Courageous -

17 HILLS, IA Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. HOLY CROSS, IA Kenneth and Bonnie Schroeder - In memory of Marge Beadle, Vernon Kennedy, Gene Loeffelholz, Donald Fangmann, and Lavern Bockenstedt Barbara Taylor - In memory of Phil Kluesner John and Barbara Taylor - In memory of Charles Maiers HOPKINTON, IA Jeanette Davis - In honor of Terry & Chris Lux s 40th wedding Betty DeShaw - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Ms. Gerry Huber - In honor of Jim and Mary June McDonald s 50th wedding and John & Ruth Ries 50th wedding Larry and Kathy Lamont Frank and Cheryl Ries - In memory of Kimball Gates, Lois Catlett, and Clara White Jim and Joyce Shover - In memory of Ken Duncan Mark and Diane Welter - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Hopkinton Lions Club HOUGHTON, IA Jet Gas HULL, IA Inspiration Sams HUMBOLDT, IA Barbara Newell - In memory of Kenneth Rae Heid John s Shell Service INDEPENDENCE, IA Doug and Carol Beier - In memory of Roger Johnson Harold and Beverly Birchard - In memory of Fallen Soldiers and Barbara Lewis Velma Boelter Leah Cook - In memory of Betty Keffer Marjorie Deke - In memory of Tim McInteer and Paul O. Jensen Pauline Donahue - In memory of Virgil Foster and Gordon Colton Deb and Gene Ehlers - In memory of Ardys Hickey, Thane Cleveland, Paul Jensen, Lowell Meier, and Roger Johnson Eloise Geater Thomasine Gissel - In memory of Archie R. Mohlis, Paul Jensen, and Merry Ann Johnston LeRoy Greenley Donald and Carol Hemsath - In memory of Gordon Colton Phyllis Holt James and Nancy Klever - In memory of Rex and Carolyn Jones Kenneth Knebel, & Family - In memory of Jean Knebel and Arnold Jungen Shirley Kress - In memory of Evelyn Bures Mary Kurt - In memory of Rosemary Circus John & Diane Smith Kurtz - In memory of Tin McInteer and Jean Haley Catherine Latham Glen and Darlene Lorenz - In memory of Caralyn Jones, Dorothy Mae Malek, Rex Jones, Evelyn Mae Snyder, Paul Jensen, Archie R. Mohlis, and Richard Shillinglaw Gloria and Bill Lotz - In memory of Tim McInteer and Don Martin - In honor of Virginia Sleeper s 75th and retirement Ivadel Luloff - In memory of Merlin Hocken Deloris Lynch Loy and Karen McLaughlin - In memory of Ardis Hickey and Ione Aitchson Sean Music - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Tadd and Barbara Nichols Carolee O Brien - In memory of Claude O Brien Cindy and Daniel O Bryon Vince and Pam O Loughlin - In memory of Ardis Hickey and Margo Brockmeyer Mary Ann Rasmussen - In memory of P.J. Leehey and Gordon Colton Miranda Robertson Virginia Sleeper - In memory of Keith Roberts, Arlo Kern, Roemary Circus, Tim McInteer, Ardis Hickey, Carolyn Jones, Don Martin, Rex Jones, Harry McAtee, and Vergil Foster - In honor of Dewey Donnelly s 90th, Dorothy Wilkinson s 90th, and Rich & Erleen Pint s 50th wedding Dan and Debra Toale - In memory of Roger Tapper and Paul Jensen Rosann Toale - In memory of Paul Jensen and Archie Mohlis - In honor of Leo & Kaye Schmit Ralph and Dorothy Weber - In honor of Dennis & Colleen Kacher s 60th wedding and Virginia Sleeper s 75th Ronald and Agnes Zimmerly First Baptist Church First Baptist Church Women s Ministries Independence Lions Club Independence Wal-Mart Supercenter Store #750 INDIANOLA, IA Craig and Michelle Bushby - In memory of Maynard Rowe IOWA CITY, IA Jeanne Ansley - In honor of Amanda Bruns Robin Butler Ruth Carthey - In memory of Shirley Kratoska and Velma Williams Chris Conrad Caren Cox - In memory of John & Hila Beth Cox Gerald and Eunice DeFrance - In memory of Amy Hunstad Dave and Sally Dierks Robert and Mary Ellen Edwards - In memory of Larry Volk Elnora and Paul Farnsworth - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Charles and Karen Friedman - In honor of Paige Amidon s graduation from Columbia University with a Masters Degree in Public Health Wayne Goode Thomas and Kathryn Hannemann - In memory of Gary Cohrt Anita and Philip Hemingway - In memory of James Graham Helen Hohle - In honor of the wedding of Jennifer & Craig Wicks Jerry Irving - In memory of Mary Irving Ann Janowski Paul and Phyllis Jedlicka - In memory of Jack Boyle James Kennedy James and Jane Knopick Michelle Lloyd Betty Marx - In memory of Red Marx Gregory Miller Jerry and Judy Musser - In honor of Christmas Charles and Patricia Neuzil - In memory of Barb Neuzil Dr. and Mrs. William Olin Mike, Kerry, Nathan & Aaron Ostlund Steve Oulman Carolyn Peters - In memory of Eileen Kramer Betty Sedlacek - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Tony and Judy Casey Serbousek - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Dillon Shephard Greg and Jeri Smith - In memory of Robert Buol and Emmett Smith - In honor of our granddaughters and the June 12th birth of Lydia Smith Cleota Studt - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Scott and Donna Stutsman - In honor of Steve & Jan Weeber Cory and Jennifer Tweden Phyllis Vesely - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Laura Walton Joseph and Dawn Willging - In Richard Wyss Fin and Feather Hills Bank and Trust Co. Latta, Harris, Hanon & Penningroth, L.L.P. - In memory of Leroy Holub Old Capital Kiwanis Riverside Theatre Smiling G The State Universary of Iowa Foundation The Universtiy of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame Toyota/Scion of Iowa City Tru Art Color Graphics/ Bankers Advertising University of IA/Carver Hawkeye University of Iowa Community Credit Union IOWA FALLS, IA Paul and Nada Bottke Steve Brekunitch - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Joe and Jeana Brekonitch - In memory of Lynn Kobliska JESUP, IA Lee and Debra Bader Bernard and Betty Becker - In honor of Bev Becker s 80th John and Carolyn Becker - In honor of Bev Becker s 80th and Bernie Becker s 80th Richard and Pat Becker - In memory of Kate Ambrosy, Jim Allison, Joe Entz, Gerald Drilling, and Dale Beckman - In honor of Jim & Karen Rottinghaus 50th wedding, Ron & Mary Jean Ehr s 60th wedding, Carl & Lou Schneider s 65th wedding, Bev Becker s 80th, Father Scott Boone s 40th, Dennis & Colleen Kacher s 60th wedding, LeRoy & Cheryl Schares 50th wedding, Allan & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding, Don & Rose Weber, Rose & Ted Thoma s 50th wedding, Dan & Nancy Schmitz 40th wedding, Sister Donna Burke s 80th, Catherine Fauser s 95th, and Dennis & Carol Ricklefs retirement Diann and Dusty Behn Richard and Kathy Bucknell Don and Louise Burger Gary Eckholm David and Karen Even - In memory of Leland Norem, Betty Galles, Gerald Drilling, Gary Vogel, and Raphael Pisarik - In honor of Father Scott Boone s 40th, Carl & Lori Schneoder s 65th wedding, Bev Becker s 80th, LeRoy & Cheryl Schares, Allen & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding, Larry Mishler s 70th, Cletus & JoAnn Phillips 60th wedding, Jim & Pat Ehr s 50th wedding, Tony Even s 90th, Margaret Klein s 90th, Dan & Nancy Schmitz 40th wedding, Gene Almost 20 years ago Camp's Board celebrates Leigh Clark, founder of the Camp Courageous Fruitcakes. Front (L- R) Dale Adams, Steve Supple and Leigh Clark. Second Row L-R Bob Thoeni, Randy Faulkner, Skip Manternach, Kay Pitlik, Harland Hetzler, Teddy Wazac, Dr. John Bailey and Jim Klinger. Third row (L-R) Ed Recker, Dan Vorhies, Jim Gadient, and Joe Ironside. Thanks so much to Deb Helms and the awesome group of youth and adults from Community Presbyterian Church in Clarendon Hills, IL. Deb has been bringing groups of amazing youth to camp for so long that camp isn t sure what we would do without them each summer. In addition to their volunteer week at the camp, some members of the Clarendon Hills group participated in the camp s Sprint Triathlon. This group finds all kinds of ways to help support the camp and it is truly appreciated. Can t wait for them to return next year! It was great to have a familiar face back this summer to help camp for a week. Former counselor Lindsay Knepper Dison, of Evansville, WI returned to volunteer for a week this summer. She worked two full summers back in '02 and '03 and was able to pick right back up where she left off! It was good to see you back, Lindsay! Marginal Note: With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. 17

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Donald Hawes 60th as a Priest Georgene Fettkether - In memory of Mary Hernandez Kenny and Wilma Fischels - In memory of Melvin Steimel Dan and Mary Fox John and Judy Fratzke - In memory of Penny Putnam Robert, Eleanor & Ronda Fratzke - In memory of Don Friedly, Mary Jean Schutte, and Darlene Weber Douglas and Ruth Frush Marvin Hershberger - In honor of Ron & Mary Jean Ehr s 60th Roger and Kathy Hershberger - In honor of Rose & Ted Thoma s 50th wedding Joan Kessens - In honor of Tom & Regina Corkery s 60th wedding, Robert Rottinghaus 90th, Martin Jr. & Joanne Odneal s 60th wedding, Rose & Ted Thoma s 50th wedding, Jim & Pat Ehr s 50th wedding, Tom & Gloria Even s 50th wedding, June Hanson s 90th, and Elma Mangrich s 90th Dale and Nancy Kies - In memory of Ardis Hickey and Ronald Neuendorf - In honor of Allan & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding, Leslie & Arlene Reinertson s 25th wedding, Margaret Klein s 90th FAP-1805-A, Captain Fritz Kies retirement from the Navy, and Jim & Karen Rottinghaus 50th wedding Beverly King - In memory of Ronald Arvidson Louise Koob - In memory of Betty Peterson, Beverly Albert, Gerald Delegardelle, and Mary Jean Schutte Leo Kremer Becky and Justin Kresser Marlene Mangrich - In memory of Beverly Swyers - In honor of Leroy & Joan Schmit s 50th wedding, Tom & Regina Corkery s 60th wedding, Tony Even s 90th, Bob Rottinghaus 90th, Marge Youngblut s 90th, Gene Even s retirement, and Father Ken Stecher s 70th and 45th of Ordination James and Kristi McCarty James and Darlene Phillips Lloyd and Carol Ratchford - In memory of Gerald Drilling Alice Rohret Eva Schmitz Merrel and Bonita Serfoss - In honor of Jim & Pat Ehr s 50th wedding, Sister Donna Burke s 80th, and Rose & Ted Thoma s 50th wedding Dick & Lenora Steimel - In honor of Beverly Becker s 80th, Allan & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding, and Dennis & Colleen Kacher s 60th SUPPORTING CAMP COURAGEOUS MAKES SENSE. So Donating does a appreciated portfolio in assets, sync with such th as your stocks, goals. is At often Edward an overlooked Jones, we spend opportunity time for getting organizations t to know your and individuals. goals so we Today, can help it you is more reach ach common them. To for learn individuals why it to makes include sense charitable to talk with giving Edward programs Jones in their about investment your savings strategy. and Knowing investing how ststrategies, to schedule start the a process no-cost, is no-obligation where we can n portfolio help. review. Call Give or us visit a call your today! local financial al advisor today. Chris Brokaw, AAMS Financial Advisor Gateway Gateway Drive Drive Dubuque, Dubuque, IA IA wedding Philip and Julie Thoma - In memory of Rosemary Circus Bruce and Carrie Wall Chris Waring Melvin and Esther Weber - In memory of Melvin W. 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You should consult with a competent tax specialist or attorney for professional advice on your specific situation. Member SIPC, Sister Donna Burke s 80th, and Father Ken Stecher s 70th and 45th of Ordination Diane Youngblut - In memory of Ron Neuendorf and Gary Vogel - In honor of Sister Donna Burke s Dale and Emogene Zuck Dean & Annette Zuck JEWELL, IA Verle and Linda Haupt - In memory of Gilbert T. 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Russell Proffit Gaylord and Nola Owens - In memory of Robert James Owens Arlo and Jean Ann Whitman - In memory of John T. Blinks, Marcella Clark, Don Walton, and Russ Proffitt Marie Kuntz Estate - In memory of Marie Kuntz LONE TREE, IA Lloyd and Mary Ann Burr - In memory of Richard Breazeale, Duane Dotson, and Leonard Lower Cleo and Shirley Dodson - In memory of Rovona Miller, Virginia Krueger, Kelly Liddell, and Troy Liddell Mrs. Berneda Schnoebelen Brian Stout - In memory of James Graham LONG GROVE, IA Jane Bergendahl - In honor of Hope Bernick Daniel and Karen Bernick - In honor of Hope Bernick Keith Ehrecke - In memory of Dorothea Brus Rhea and Ronald Green - In honor of Hope Bernick Timothy and Elisa Green - In honor of Hope Bernick Wayne and Patricia Hansen - In honor of Hope Bernick Harvey and Kathryn Henningsen - In honor of Hope Bernick Allen and Lynette Olson - In honor of Hope Bernick Dale and Nancy Risius - In honor of Hope Bernick LOST NATION, IA Raymond and Laura Brinkman - In memory of Ernest Streicher Ramon Burke - In memory of Wade Wiese David and Elizabeth Burmeister - In memory of Tim Burmeister Terry and Sally Fairbanks - In memory of Jackie Fischer and Elaine Schanze Hack Patricia Gade - In memory of John Sievers Jr Madge White - In memory of Hans Bendixen LOW MOOR, IA Ronald and Cathy Petersen - In memory of Ron & Cathy Petersen s 50th wedding LOWDEN, IA Larry and Nonie Dewell - In memory of Roy Baird Roland and Marlene Fox Claire Hack - In memory of Maxine Leimkuehler and George Miller Walter and Evelyn Hack - In memory of Maxine Leimkuehler and George Miller Patrick and Peggy Kedley - In memory of Ann Sobotka and Bruce Gehrls Barbara Kramer - In memory of JoAnn Van Waes Connie Madden - In memory of Richard Dick Johnson and Butch Volrath Don and Donna Meier - In memory of Ann Sabotka, Gordon Berst, Delbert Licht, JoAnn Van Waes, and Robert Meyer William and Judith Norton - In memory of Vaughn Lee Butterbrodt Junior and Carol Sander - In memory of Robert J. Ohrt Virjean Stolte - In memory of Ann Sobotka,, Delbert Licht, and Bob C. Meyer Janice and Ken Strackbein - In memory of Hulda Chapman, Bob Meyer, and Ruth Rix - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Orville and Arlene Wulf - In memory of Zella Tharp Lowden Lions Club LUXUMBURG, IA Lansing Bros. Helipcopter Flight Service MANCHESTER, IA Louis and Ruth Benn - In memory of Ken Duncan Bernard Devine - In memory of Bernard Devine Lois Duncan - In memory of Ken Duncan Allyn and Ilona Durey - In memory of Dave Werner Norman and Janice Gillihan - In memory of Lester Gudenkauf and Kathy Paulsen Mrs. Lester Gudenkauf - In memory of Lavera Louise Smith Van Duyn, Tom Jenk, Judy Cole, and Linda Etsminger Muriel Hillers - In memory of Lavera Van Duyn and Kenneth Duncan Mary Hostert - In memory of Ken Duncan Jerry and Nancy Klein - In memory of Kenneth Duncan Elda Landers - In memory of Earl Aldrich, Trudee Svaldi, Ken Duncan, and Linda Smith Lila Luensmann Don and Caroline Mellody - In memory of Eunice Power and Norma D. Schemmel LaVanda Noll Donald and Jane Piegors - In memory of Ken Duncan Don and Beverly Preussner - In memory of Gordon Mattice Helen Ryan - In memory of Eileen Kramer Marla Schiess Adam and Kari Schulte Duane and Eunice Sill - In memory of Ken Duncan Steve and Kaye Smith - In memory of Ken Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Russell Stark - In memory of Ken Duncan Cheryl Stufflebeam - In memory of Ken Duncan John and Una Swanson - In memory of Lavera Van Duyn Una Swanson Jo Ann Swinton - In memory of Ken Duncan Conrad and Jeanette Tegeler - In memory of David Werner, Mary Glynn, and Earl Aldrich Carl Whitaker - In memory of Ken Duncan Mary Jane Wolf - In memory of Eileen Kramer Max and Barb Wolfgram - In memory of Wilbur Wulfekuhle and Ken Duncan William and Marjorie Wolter F & M Bank Manchester Enterprises, Inc. - In memory of Ken Duncan Manchester Garage Sale Monaghan Financial Service, LTD - In memory of Ken Duncan MAQUOKETA, IA Jean and LeRoy Anderson - In memory of Robert Buettell Margene Beach - In memory of William Saville and Harold Wurster Shirley Bendixen - In memory of Iva Morning Rev. and Mrs. Emmett Busch - In memory of Glen Von Sprecken, John Jones Sr, and James Kirk Aljean Crist - In memory of Duane Datisman 18 October Camp Courageous -

19 Jeffrey and Mary Curtis Marianne Dague - In memory of Sheila Ziemba, Melvin Thein, and Maxine Heinrich Fred and Sharon Droste - In memory of Betty Hagy Dave and Janet Eganhouse - In memory of Margaret Bokowy Lyle Felten - In memory of Arlene Engel Cheryl Fuller - In memory of John Sievers Jr and Maxine Heinrich Paul Hartel Jim and Janice Hayward Joe and Shelley Heinrich - In memory of Maxine Heinrich Marie Heinrich - In memory of Maxine Heinrich Jerry and LouAnn Hora Phoebe Keck Kristi LeClere - In honor of Margaret LeClere s Gary and Kathy Lidke - In memory of Melba Kunde James Merrick - In memory of Dean Dalziel M.J. Mether - In memory of Betty Hagy Elizabeth Miller - In memory of Sheila Ziemba Rose Marie Miller - In memory of Arlene Engel and Betty Hagy Gary and Alice Mohl - In memory of Linda (Dona) Bishop, Frank Lockner, Glen Von Sprecken, John Sievers, Maxine Feddersen, and Julie (Dieckmann) Hutchins Bernadine Paul - In memory of Bob Ginn Darwin and Linda Polk, & Sons - In memory of Lloyd Van Dorn Wilma Reichling - In memory of Maxine Heinrich Maxine Reistroffer - In memory of Agnes McCarthy, Lloyd Van Dorn, and Jim Kirk Al Rowan - In memory of Vera Rohlf Darlene Small - In memory of Melvin Thein William and Audrey Upmeyer - In memory of Ben Stearns, Geraldine Erickson, Betty Hagy, John Jones Sr, and Robert Buettrel - In honor of Frances Melvold s 90th Kenneth Wright Bluff Lake Knights of Pythias Maquoketa Kiwanis Club The Ben Reuter Family - In memory of Ben Reuter U.S. Bank, Maquoketa Employees MARENGO, IA Randall and Kay Betz Garth and Ruth Grafft - In memory of Milton Heitman Kenneth and Lavonne Karsten - In memory of Harold Harkenmeyer Rose Landuyat Big G Food - In memory of Ron Thompson Phat Daddy s MARION, IA John and Diane Aarni - In memory of Jil Dettbarn Rosanne Altenhofen - In memory of Darlene Stevenson Adam Anderson Michael and Jeannie Anderson - In memory of Dee Darrel and Elaine Andre - In memory of Judith C. Barkley and Sharron Hiemstra Kevin and Diane Ballard - In memory of George Lawrence and Shirley Benham Frank and Kim Balvanz Phyllis Baskerville Scott Beltran Paul and Betty Bendixen - In memory of Josie Asche Dave and Gayelle Bowdish - In memory of Keith Cope Alberta Boysen - In memory of LaVern Schoon and Eunice Power Terrance and Ina Brende - In memory of Kenneth L. Duncan Judith Briggs - In memory of Eunice Power Rosalee Briner Melvina Bruce - In memory of John & Lena Bruce Ann Brunson Jeanette Bryant - In memory of Dee Wade and Sue Chalstrom Helen Christensen - In memory of Josephine JoAnn Leytem Ryan Colerick LaVerne and Mary Jane Crowley - In memory of Eileen Kramer Mary Daugherty Bette Davis - In memory of Mary Garrett Sharon Davis - In memory of Lester Fetzer Donald A. and Darlene Dean - In memory of JoAnne Williams and Adeline Volesky Sonny Deke - In memory of Ms. Marvel Donohoe, Joan Marie Emma Kruckenberg, Ruth Egge, and Bob Meyer Charlotte Depoy - In memory of Kathy Bunger Dorothy Dukes Jack Edmunds - In memory of Dee Bob and Bev Erenberger - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Charlie Errington Robert and Pauline Falcon - In memory of Glenn Wall - In honor of Mr. & Mrs. Norman Byers 50th wedding David Faur Jim & Donna Gard Steven and Janet Gardner - In memory of Norma Schemmel Kathy Geers Darrel and Ann Gire - In memory of Ardis Hickey and Jean E. Bauer Jeannine Graham - In memory of Dee and James Graham Norris Grovert Dave and Holly Hackett Calvin Haehlen - In memory of Jim Graham Doug and Jane Hamilton - In memory of Jim Graham Jeanette Hamilton - In memory of James Graham Tori and Eric Hanna Wayne and Nancy Hanson - In memory of Sandy Connor Harlan and Helen Hartman - In memory of James Schmelzer, Louise Ann Jensen, Kathryn Hildebrand, and Eunice Power Jeffrey Hartwig Jaye Heater Nathan Hein Miles and Ruth Hess - In memory of Joanne Williams Zona Hildebrand - In memory of Don Davis Jim Hilsenbeck - In honor of Archie & Rose Blackford s 50th wedding Marcus and Andrea Hora Elaine Hulseberg - In memory of Dean Bender Karyn and Timothy Hutchinson Wilbur and Donna Jacobs Christne Jarmon Brad and Mary Johnson, & Family Joan Johnson - In memory of Joan Woodley Mildred Jordan - In memory of Jim Graham Andrea Joyner Helen Kann - In memory of Dee Jaclyn Marie Keefer Lisa Kenyon - In memory of James Graham Glenn Klinsky - In memory of Darlene Klinsky Amanda and Nathan Krumrei Matt Kunkle Judy and David Lamka - In memory of James Graham Larry and Darlene Lerch Betty Lietz - In memory of Charles Willson Donald and Connie Lochner - In memory of Lester Oellrich, Chuck Willson, Butch Studt, and John Carpenter Ron and Joyce Longerbeam - In memory of Norma D. Schemmel Jenny Lorenz Shawn Love Linda Lovell - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Steve Luense Mitch Magill Marge Mahoney - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Phil and Shirley Martin Timothy and Roxann Martinek - In memory of Vera Huff Beverly McAllister - In memory of Dee John and Lola McAreavy - In memory of Helen Barnes, Marie Their, and Josephine JoAnn Leytem James and Laura Lea McDonald - In memory of Jarmila Benning John and Beverly McGowan Lynn Millard - In memory of Randell Randy Dietiker Marilyn Mulbrook - In memory of Mildred Bacon Kelly & Anne Mulford - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Morris and Betty Neighbor - In memory of Dick Hagerman Shirley Nove - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Barbara Null - In memory of JoAnn Schneider Leytem Joan Oeltjen Ervin and Marcia Oltmanns - In memory of Martha Kinnaird, Ron Livingston, Anna Boyle, Donna Trumblee, and Paul Rieniets Dr. Paul and Peggy Orcutt - In memory of Robert Long, Dr. John Koch, JoAnn Leytem, and Kathy Young Jim and Kathleen Parent - In memory of Gary Evilsizer Maxine Patton - In memory of Kathryn Hildebrand Connie & Judith Peal - In memory of LaVern Schoon Joseph and Becky Peiffer - In memory of Eileen Kramer Phyllis Pierce Jeffrey and Janice Puffer - In John Rademacher - In memory of William Foriest Conrad and LuAnn Ramsey Holly and Cory Ranney Bob and Mary Rathje - In memory of Brandon Vogt, Brantley Arnold, and Laverne Bockenstedt Mary Reade Edward and Carol Reif - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Scott Reilly Paula Rhea Carolyn Ridenour Geraldine Scanlon Janet Schnack - In memory of Madeline Mickey and John Sievens Jr - In honor of Bob & Avis Diercks 50th wedding Doreen Scholbrock - In memory of Dennis Zirkelbach Leland and Donna Schoon - In memory of Tom Hackbarth Jack and Donna Schwartz - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Dennis and Sharon Sejkora Susan and Jerry Sheeley - In memory of Sarah Jane Carnes Jim and Carolyn Sigmon Royal Snyder William and Janet Spratte - In memory of Arlene Engel Don Stamy - In memory of James Graham Dick and Mary Ann Steele - In memory of Denise Heinrichs - In honor of Jim & Sally DeBoth s wedding Judith Tietz Mike Trachta Jerome and Phyllis Trzil - In memory of Leroy Holub and Jim Graham Jim and Judy Tucker - In memory of Leo & Louise Greco David and Eileen Van Gorp - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Carol Weber - In memory of Ruby Klopp Phil and Laura White Bob Whitters Darrell and Mary Jean Wilkey Kenneth and Marilyn Wilson - In memory of John Carpenter Vince and Carol Woodson - In memory of Ruby Klopp Norman and Mary Ellen Wright Bev Zacek - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Judy Zier - In memory of Chuck & Sue Meroshek ABC Fire Protection Abode Construction, Inc. Cedar Valley Running Assoc. Culver s Frozen Custard of Marion Farmers State Bank Hop 2 It Enterprises Inc. Hunter s Ridge Golf Huntington s Restaurant Hy-Vee Indian Creek Country Club KC Systems Control Naso s P & K Red Hat Hotties St. Joseph s Quilters Travel and Transport Wit s End Coffeehouse RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES Camp is available for rental when not in use by campers. Facilities include indoor swimming pools, gym, lodge, cabins, nature center, beautiful rustic Sill barn and several other buildings. Camp Courageous is an ideal setting for any meeting, family reunion, retreat, reception, workshop or seminar. Be it a daylong, weekend, or week-long program; consider Camp Courageous for your next event. Camp lays on 200 acres of wooded land in the Pictured Rocks area of Jones County. Surrounded by thousands of acres of state primitive land, the Maquoketa River, and natural limestone caves makes this a beautiful setting for scheduling any group event. By choosing Camp Courageous, one not only rents a modern and convenient facility, but also contributes to a recreational and respite care program for individuals with disabilities. Rental support helps make the dream of coming to Camp Courageous a reality for thousands of individuals with disabilities. For more information contact Jeanne Muellerleile at ext. 2300, or jeanne@campcourageous.org or go to for information about facilities & rental rates. Camp Courageous is an alcohol and tobacco free environment. Zio Johnos MARSHALLTOWN, IA Dorothy and Glenn Atkinson - In memory of Rollie Billman Rolland and Dorotha Cordt - In memory of Rollie Billman Edward and Lorraine Schultz - In memory of Eileen Kramer Betty Shore - In memory of Rollie Billman Mechdyne Corporation Svendsen Ag Company - In memory of Rollie Billman MARTELLE, IA Jacqueline Strother - In, Irvin McMurrin, Grace Hinrichs, and James Graham Lucille Wilcox MASON CITY, IA NIA Cert MASONVILLE, IA Ruth Bovenmyer - In memory of Leon Bovenmeyer Donna Robinson - In memory of Lavera Smith Van Duyn, Lester Gudenkauf, Wilbur Falconer, Maureen Riley Wolf, Martha Klouda, and Ken Duncan Paul and Jane Rubner - In memory of Lester Gudenkauf and Eileen Kramer Lavern and Valda Schaul - In memory of Dale E. Beckman, LaVera Louise Smith Van Duyn, and Lester Gudenkauf Rosemary Short - In memory of Merlin Kaufman, Marian Nelson, and Tim McInteer MAYNARD, IA Jonathon Steege MECHANICSVILLE, IA Leo and JoAnn Ahrendsen - In memory of Marj Ahrendsen Patricia Albaugh - In memory of Virginia Krob and Roy Baird Bernice Brunscheen - In memory of Ann Sobotka and Virginia Krob Larry and Dottie Butler - In memory of Ginny Krob Deb and Norm Farrington - In memory of Dorothy L. Rada, Keith Beck, and Tom Walshire David and Dorothy Ferguson - In memory of Brad Ferguson and Cal Musselman Jerry and Connie Inman - In memory of Jackie Wagner Donna Kuehnle - In memory of Calvin Musselman LaVerne Paidar - In memory of Keith Beck Dennis and Joyce Pisarik Robyn & Sammi Scott - In memory of Maxine Leimkuehler MERRILL, IA Schindel Agri-Sales MILES, IA Dwain and Erma Bruhn - In honor of Mr. & Mrs. Allen Naeve Eugene and Faith Bruhn - In honor of Mr. & Mrs. Allen Naeve s marriage Carol Christiansen - In memory of Glen Von Sprecken and Judy Paulsen Harlan and Joann Daniels - In memory of Agnes Eberhart and Mary Jane Bronson Dwain Giddings - In memory of Bradley Giddings and Viola Giddings Thomas and Susan Hayward Clarence and Mary Horst Wayne and Betty Mommsen - In memory of Joyce Krogman and Wade Wiese MONMOUTH, IA Jerry and Freda DeLarm - In memory of LaVern Schoon, Betty Hagy, and Clyde Hallan Gib Marcucci - In memory of Lucille Boyd and Clyde Holland Rodney and Mary Walters - In memory of Lloyd Van Dorn Marginal Note: Your life is an occasion. 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20 The travel campers headed to Pittsburgh, PA this summer! Pictured here are the campers and staff at Kennywood Themepark in Pittsburgh. This was just one of many places the campers and staff visited on their vacation to Pennsylvania. The campers loved the rides at Kennywood! MONONA, IA Elmer and Theresa Bries - In memory of Dorothy Schmelzer, Duane Lamker, and Roger Miller Ashley Voss MONTEZUMA, IA Bill and Jane Ahrens John and Patricia Lubben - In memory of Edwin Lubben MONTICELLO, IA Randy and Rhonda Achenbach Kristina Aldrich Ed and Jan Allaire - In memory of Vivian Dietiker Christopher and Roxanne Anderson - In memory of Ed Lubben Richard and Cleo Andreesen - In memory of Honorine Reuter Dave and Barb Balster Harry and Barbara Baumann Ron and Nancy Bechler Mike Bechthold Charles and Pat Becker - In memory of Nancy Robertson, Curt Sessler, Theresa Sessler, Clarence Hosford, Wade Wiese, Melvin Reynolds, Mary Alice Kirkwood, Carol Morris, Keith Roberts, Arlo Kern, Marge Zeman, Ann Leslein, Clem Reuter, Roger Tapper, Steven Breyer, Ruby Holden, William Bill Phelan, Dick Harger, Dee Miller, LaVern Schoon, Marilou Anderson, Raymond Takes, Larry Volk, Dee, Corinne Barber, Karen McElhinney, H. Elvin Erdahl, Daniel Specht, Maxine Heinrich, Melvin Thein, John White, JoAnn Leytem, Eileen S. Kramer, Dale Streif, Michelle Mayo, Norma D. Schemmel, Donald Otting, Bill Reagan, Bob South on the 20th of his death, Harry Dresser, Jim Graham, Robert Kehl, Moe Clark, Michael Dohnalek, Wilbert Haas, Darlene Lidvall-Stevenson, Sandra J. Fiete, Rollie Billman Jr, Ione Beringer, Paul Rieniets, Merle Yanecek, Julie Ann Hutchins, Verne Haaland, Bill Krause, Betty Ashcraft, and Jim Melloy - In honor of Eugene & Anita Gudenkauf s 50th wedding, Norm & Betty Hinrichs 60th wedding, Don Simpson s 85th, Hill Chiropractic Office s 40th, Ed & Joan Sauser s 30th wedding, Terry & Chris Lux 40th wedding, Dick Summerwill for being named to the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame, James Ernst for being named to the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame, Loren Coppock for being named to the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame, Merle & Evelyn Roths 65th wedding, Monticello Nursing & Rehabilitation s 45th, The Monticello Fire Department for their service to the community, Gary Reid s 50 years as the co-supervisor of the playground program, Betty Hinrichs on her 90th, Pat Powers for receiving a special award from Character Counts, Jim & Jane Knopick for receiving the Aaron Ellerts Community Service Honorable Mention Award, Sister Donna Burke s 80th, Alta Folkers 95th, Nick & Julie Sauser s 50th wedding, Sam Carstens 91st, a Happy Birthday wish to Joanne Buresh, a get-well wish for LouAnn Hora, Cleo & Shirley Dodson s 60th wedding, Denny & Carol Ricklefs retirement/ relocation, all the best to Larry Gullet with his new job, and Rex & Nancy Rickels 60th wedding Naomi Bender Paddy Bergman - In memory of H. Elvin Erdahl and Sandra Reynolds Lori Bertling Greg, Lynette, & Tyler Boheman Ben Bollwitt Matthew & Wendy Bollwitt Mrs. Virginia Bone - In memory of Dr. Clarence Hosford Marissa Braford Charlie Bryant Linda Burns Regena Busch Mark Cigrand Jane Corbin Darren Corkery Mrs. Rose Covington - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Roger and Nancy Digmann - In memory of LaVern Schoon and Paul Rieniets Stephen and Jen Fasnacht, & Family Rosemary Folken - In memory of Ruth E. Barnes, Arva Brockholn, Alverna Arduser, Lee Edwards, Janet Bickford, Ed Lubben, and Nelda McCullough - In honor of Don & Ardis Hagen s 60th wedding Eldon and Kay Funke - In memory of Paul Bud Rieniets, Bernice Grotenhuis, Bill Mardorf, and Alan Steger Merle and Nancy Gerdes Dr. David and Susan Gilchrist Keith and Carol Gillmore - In memory of Jean Hosford Brian and Stephanie Gogel Kathryn Haag - In memory of Paul Rieniets Dennis & Isabelle Hall Brenda Hanken Phil Hanken Phil and Marilyn Hanna Shirley Hanssen Jennifer Harmon Blink Phyllis Head Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Hein - In memory of Honorine Reuter and Paul Rieniets Lee and Jacky Hein Mark and Debra Hein - In memory of Eileen Kramer Chris & Kelly Herren Jeff and Sandy Hinrichs, & Family Louis and Carole Holly Lyle and Jean Holub - In memory of Paul Rieniets Virgil and Phyllis Hunt Joe and Donna Ironside - In memory of Glenn Wall - In honor of Jim and Mary June McDonald s 50th wedding, Henry Schuhmacher s 90th, Tom & Sonja Penaluna s 50th wedding, and Joe & Darlene Cooper s 60th wedding Paige Jacobs Bud and Georgia Johnson - In memory of Rosemary Orth Ellingson and Louise Jensen Greg and Diana Jones - In honor of Eric Wenger s success and graduation C.J. and JoAnn Kehoe - In memory of Hazel Kellogg Dave & Jean Kehoe, Elise & Marisa - In memory of Arlene Engel Ray and Ruth Kleinow - In memory of Gene Lunn Ted and Karla Koehler Daniel Kromminga Kris Kromminga, & Family Matthew Kumley Philip and and Laura Larabee Danielle Lawrence Freda Lawrence - In memory of Irma Cooper and Marie Holub Loras and Marilyn Lawrence - In memory of Lawrence Dauber and Wesley Hanken Steve and Donna Leytem Terry and Chris Lux Nancy Marsh - In memory of H. Elvin Erdahl Sharon Martensen Curt and Pam Mayo Amy McCall Grace McDonough - In memory of Karla Cobbett Meredith Melchert Carol Melton Lisa and Rory Mesecher Terry Meyers Kevin and Julie Miller Nick Miller Shirley Moore - In memory of H. Elvin Erdahl Lee Roy & Jan Mootz Dave and Helen Morgan - In honor of Nick & Julie Sauser s 50th wedding Mike and Pam Nodolf Mr. Bruce Novak - In memory of John Carpenter, Paul Rieniets, and Bud Hill Robert and Jan Null, & Family Nels and Jennifer Petersen Shannon Poe Darnell and Beth Porter - In memory of Agnes Tjaden and Myron Zumbach - In honor of Terry & Chris Lux 40th wedding Jean Prull, Jr. - In memory of H. Elvin Erdahl Marcus Prull Isaac, Darren & J hee Reade Pat and Tami Recker Terri Reynolds Michael Riley Mike Robertson Gerry and Donna Rohr Ed and Sharon Roller, & Family Nick and Julie Sauser Audrey Savage Dave Savage Keith and Sandy Stamp - In memory of Paul Bud Rieniets Dillon Stockman Larry and Joan Stoneking Nick and Anne Strittmatter Ms Marge Stubbe - In memory of JoAnn Leytem David and Durene Tabor Anna Taylor Robert and Margaret Thoeni - In memory of JoAnn Leytem, Gene Cook, and Dale Streif Richard and Leoda Thompson - In memory of LaVern Schoon, Eileen Chase Ferguson, Lois Freeze Catlett, Earl Aldrich, Donald Ellison, Rae Ann Bechler, Myron Calvin Zumbach, W. Clelland Moulton, and Kim Kuda - In honor of a get well wish for Nancy Brokaw, Rodney & Jean Wilson s 66th wedding, and a get well wish to Gerry Rohr Agnes Tjaden - In memory of Gene Cook and Dennis Zirkelbach Jim & Sheila Tjaden - In honor of Chris & Clayton Tjaden s graduation George and Bonnie Tobiason Patricia Trenkamp - In memory of Gladys Faber and Laura Steffen Tyler Trimble Dan and Carol Vorhies Ruth Wahl Ken Weber Mrs. Mag Welter - In memory of Al Erdahl Roman and Rosemary Welter - In memory of Ron Moe Clark and Josephine Leytem Delephine Wennekamp - In memory of Dick Jacobs - In honor of Marcus & Mary Lawrence s 50th wedding Harold White Fred and Winifred Williams Carl and Betty Wolken John and Helen Yossi - In memory of LaVern Schoon Dale and Grace Zimmerman Jim and Marianne Zimmerman - In memory of Dan Specht Bank of the West Bob Faust Construction Carpenter Elementary Students Century House Gifts and Flowers Energy Manufacturing Co., Inc. - In memory of Carl Starr, Craig Barnes, Luella Pasker, Ron Moe Clark, and Betty Farmer Goettsch, Inc. Happy Joe s Pizza & Ice Cream Jeanne Muellerleile & Wayne Nappe Jones County Extension Service Kramer Bros. Dairy Supply, Inc. Monticello Ambulance Service Monticello Aviation, Inc. Monticello Carpet and Interiors Monticello Eagles Club #4466 Monticello Fire Deptartment Monticello High School Monticello Nursing & Rehab. Center Monticello Police Dept. Ohnward Bank & Trust ORBIS Phillip Pharmacies Pictured Rocks Methodist Camp Regions Bank REM Electric Sacred Heart Church St. John s Lutheran Church Styles-N-Smiles Superior Appliance, Inc. The Great Jones County Fair The Pizza Ranch United Church of Monticello US Secure Hosting Center V.F.W. Monticello Post #1683 Welter Storage MORAVIA, IA Jean Robb MORLEY, IA Wanda Bartilson - In memory of Don V. Morton MOSCOW, IA Lois Ormbsy MOUNT AYR, IA Jay-Lynn-O Tours How can I help? MOUNT PLEASANT, IA John and Linda Holverson Jackson H. Roe Richard and Susan Walljasper - In memory of Harrison Walljasper MOUNT VERNON, IA Philip Bailey - In memory of Rosemary Bailey Neil and Becky Orthner Ray and Marilyn Overman - In memory of Marcella Clark Sandy Pint Tom and Susan Pitlik Clara Pospisil - In memory of Rita McGinnis, Robert Pospisil, and Marcella Clark Roger and Nancy Rife - In memory of Jim Pencock James Sabin Dale and Eileen Sargent - In memory of George Konkowski Leona Smith - In memory of Larry Biderman Warren and Mary Tonne - In memory of Marge Zeman Hollis Weber Dan Webster John and Betty Wolfe - In memory of Larry Biderman and Shirley Giannini Lynch Ford Chevrolet Pontiac MUSCATINE, IA James and Rita Becker Lawrence & Catherine Bedenbender Albert Bermel - In memory of Dorothea Brus Frank Bermel - In memory of Dorothea Brus Jim and Sue Bermel - In memory of Dorothea Brus Holly Stecher and Lou Ann Christofferson - In memory of Dorothea Brus Iola Coss - In honor of Cleo & Shirley Dodson s 60th wedding Julie Evans Phyllis, Mark & Tom Forsmark Delores Hammans - In memory of Dorothea Brus Richard and Patricia Koll Mark and Vicki Krieger - In memory of Jim Kirk Trishia Mathis Wayne and Wanda McCullough - In honor of Leona Hazen Tim and Nancy Panther Nevin and Janice Roberts - In honor of Cleo & Shirley Dodson s 60th wedding Jeff Rogers DONATE YOUR VEHICLE THROUGH V-DAC.COM Do you have a car, truck, or RV that you d like to donate to Camp Courageous? Are you donating your vehicle so it can be sold to allow the camp to benefit from its sale? Go to v-dac.com and they will take care of all the details of donating your vehicle to Camp Courageous. Just search for Camp Courageous or under Monticello, Iowa for the camp s link. For more information you can visit the camp s web site at on how you can donate your car, RV, or other vehicle and compliance with IRS regulations. 20 October Camp Courageous -

21 Bertha Schafer Tom and Dena Schliesman - In honor of Tanner Schliesman s 22nd Wayne and Judith Shoultz - In memory of Mary Carter Sandra Slater - In memory of Betty Joan Mathis, Don Bekker, Larry Ellis, Dona Panther, Betty Dennis, Glen Speers, Paul Bermel, Jan Taylor, Weldon Barnhart, Frank Umthun, Helen Paine, and Lee & Laura Barnhart Dick and Linda Walden H. J. Heinz Company John Harold Kemble VFW Auxiliary 1565 Spratt Oil Sales, Inc. VFW Ladies Aux. NEW HAMPTON, IA Patrick and Carol Brickley - In memory of Judy Cole NEW VIENNA, IA Larry and Darlene Boeckenstedt - In memory of Donald Fangmann Bob and Loey McCabe - In memory of Lavern Toby Bockenstedt Frederick and Carol Vorwald - In memory of Vernon Kennedy Ruth Wessels - In memory of Lavern Toby Bockenstedt Edward W. Lake Aux. Post 7736 NEWHALL, IA Colleen Claypool - In memory of Judith Claypool Trimble Irene Furler - In memory of Gary Cohrt and Arlene Brecht Dennis and Joann Karr - In honor of Don Anders 80th Jim and Gina Krug Carol Meade NEWTON, IA Dr. Thomas and Donnell Hoover - In memory of Marilyn Reeves NICHOLS, IA Dan and Jeanette Christofferson - In memory of Carolyn Butler and Gary Lenz NORTH LIBERTY, IA Dave Baron Jim Derwin - In memory of Virginia Derwin Julie Downey - In memory of Dee Drew Fayram Kevin Hoeper Larry and Karen Kahler Carol Krapfl Wayne and Kelly Maiers Becky Monroe - In memory of Darlene F. Monroe Barbara Schmidt - In memory of Dan Schaapveld Todd and Alisa Shields Joni and Micheal Sojka NORWAY, IA Ken and Shelia Bontty - In memory of Francis Frame and Mick Dohnalek Linda Brecht - In memory of Francis Frame Bruce and Julie Ann Miller - In memory of Mr. & Mrs. W.N. Shellenbarger and Joanne Miller Paul and Dorothy Miller - In memory of Charlie Clinton, Opal Becker, Connie Schulte, Bill Brockschink, and Herman Terorde Robert Miller - In memory of Francis Frame and Arlene Patterson Robert and Marlene Schulte In memory of Ray M. Schulte, Mike Dohnalek, and Raphael Pisarik - In honor of Nadine Miller s 90th and Tyler Kurtz high school graduation Marcel and Susie Sebetka - In memory of Frances Barbara Sonka Susan Volz - In memory of Kenneth Sokol, Raymond M. Schulte, Ruth Kiddon, Francis Frame, and Margaret Himmelsbach Frontier Natural Products Coop OELWEIN, IA Ardith Graf - In memory of G. Dale Andersen, Ronald Fairchild, and Adele G. Williams Coila & Tony Huffman - In memory of Mary Hernandez Connie Kaltenbach Clair Ramlo - In memory of Warner Stoner Oelwein Lions Club OGDEN, IA Ronald McDonald Talent Agent OLIN, IA Jean Bliss Alta D. Folkers Derek Groth Bernard and Caryl Hay - In memory of Larry Jones Brian and Cathy Licht - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins Randy and Kathy Sauer - In memory of Lois Catlett Jackie Vacek ONSLOW, IA Ron and Monica Fagan OSAGE, IA VFW Auxiliary #7920 OTTUMWA, IA Elliott Oil Co. OXFORD, IA Marie Crow, & Family - In memory of Donald E. Crow Helen Hesseltine - In memory of Emma Josephine Pacha OXFORD JUNCTION, IA Monte and Margo Ahrendsen Gloria Williams - In memory of Tillie Williams Schakeys Place PACKWOOD, IA Dave and Judy Peterson - In honor of Greg and Luann Morton Dickey Oil Corp. PALMER, IA Wessels Oil Co., Inc. PALO, IA Jean Etten Steve Etten Raymond and Linda Janko - In memory of Jeanette Alden Norma Wright - In memory of Vera Huff PARKERSBURG, IA Margaret Aalfs - In memory of Lawrence Sonny Aalfs PELLA, IA Shirley Norton - In memory of Russell L. Norton Daniel and Megan Scheckel In memory of Julie Hutchins PEOSTA, IA Dallas Clasen Jim and Tammy Connolly - In memory of Paula Jo Kramer and Donnie Otting Gary & Cindy Dolphin Morgan Herber Michael & Patricia Thies Martin and Joan Vaske Dan Zwack PLAINFIELD, IA MBS Family Farms - In memory of Clem Reuter PLEASANT HILL, IA Stacey Knight Dale and Susan Pierce POLK CITY, IA Randall Keys POMEROY, IA Leon and Marilyn Schramm - In memory of Jamie D. Buenting, Steven C. Lewis, and Marvin Zinnel - In honor of Ralph & Barb Schramm s 50th wedding POSTVILLE, IA Kristine Schissel PRAIRIEBURG, IA John and Katie Hasler - In memory of Marie Catherine Holub Robert Stanard PRESTON, IA Korissa Daniels Connie Gerber - In memory of Fern Ella Rose Miller Erma Gruhn - In memory of Devon Johnson, Robert Peters, and Brad Giddings In honor of Robert & Eldona Turney s 50th wedding Margaret Roling - In memory of Marian Koop Nancy, Donna and Janet Roling - In memory of Marian Koop Mike, Lorrie & Alex Schmidt Eberhart Farm Center - In memory of Arlene Engel PRINCETON, IA Walter and Ruth Heuer - In honor of Merle & Janet Wendhausen s 50th wedding and Otto and Pat Wendhausen s 50th wedding Elma Pillard - In memory of Elwin Pillard QUASQUETON, IA Franklin and Wanda Deemer In memory of Bill Durnil RAYMOND, IA David and Kimberly Youngblut REINBECK, IA Helen O Connor - In memory of Harold DeLong Cynthia Ohrt - In memory of Dee RHODES, IA LMC Insurance RIVERSIDE, IA Sharon Keeler - In memory of Virginia Krueger Riverside Casino and Golf Resort ROBINS, IA Jennifer and Geoff Dumolien M. Sue Eichenberger Steven and JoElla Hannah Tom and Pat Linder - In memory of Linda Masey Jeffery Miller Charles and Marcia Noaker - In honor of Joe Robbins retirement Jody Rausch JD and Theresa Smith - In memory of Tom & Barb Eggleston ROCKFORD, IA Carol Hoffarth - In memory of Leroy Ehlinger ROWLEY, IA Alan and Becky Crump - In memory of Gene Cook Bruce and Cathy Rosene - In memory of Marian Nelson, Carolyn Jones, Ardis Hickey, Paul Jensen, Don Martin, and Rex Jones Polly Williams RYAN, IA Ivan and Deb Anderson - In memory of Larry Williams Marvin and Karen Ries - In memory of Eileen Kramer Bill and Bonnie Wenger - In memory of Lester Gudenkauf and Coletta Nieland - In honor of Jim & Mary June McDonald s 50th wedding Roger and Kay Wilson - In memory of Jeanene Cummings SAC CITY, IA Linda Ritchie SAINT OLAF, IA Joyce Hoth - In memory of Mary Louise Gregory SCOTCH GROVE, IA Max & Karen Dirks Darrell and Lois Paulsen - In Glenn and Barb Tobiason Naylor Seed Company SCRANTON, IA Caroline Hoyt SHEFFIELD, IA Debra Hansen - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding and Sparkles Rustic Brew SHELLSBURG, IA Jan Hise Robert Johnson Beth McCormick Karen Robbins Wildcat Golf Course SIBLEY, IA Esther Bosma Marginal Note: You ll never get ahead of anyone as long as you try to get even with him. How can I help? Lake Todd Project A 30 acre land acquisition has allowed for the construction of a lake at Camp Courageous. By having a lake at the camp, time and resources will be saved by not having to transport campers and staff to another lake that is 20 minutes away. You can help defray the costs of constructing Lake Todd by contributing towards this project. A plaque will display the names or wording of choice for all $1,000 donors. Use the form on the back of this newsletter. For more information contact Charlie Becker at , ext or send to: SIGOURNEY, IA Lucie Wehr SIOUX CITY, IA William and Mary Enockson - In memory of Delores David and Marilyn Noll Gretchen Poulson - In memory of Dee John and Patricia Scherrman Gary and Jan Turbes VFW Auxiliary #1973 SOLON, IA James and Audrey Bartlett - In memory of Rev. Russell Proffit David and Lisa Bluder Sue Bransky Boots Breza - In memory of Marge Zeman Jerry and Janet Christensen In Mary Connell - In memory of Virginia Krob Frank and Debbie Cooney - In memory of Lois Cooney Dan Dall Scot and Catherine De Valk Terry and Pat Fiala - In memory of Bob Slaymaker and Jenifer Ginny Krob - In honor of Bill and Nora Steinbrech s 50th wedding Connie & Diedrich Friedl - In memory of Robert C. Slaymaker Larry and Judy Greco - In memory of Marge Zeman, Richard Harger, Norma, Mary Anne Donnelly, Eugene Ilten, and Olga Drahozal Jim and Lori Jacob George Meyer - In memory of Marge Zeman Robert and Barbara Mickelson Robet and Barbara Mickelson - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Mark and Melody Morris - In memory of Rev. Fred Beckhard and Myra Ann Serbousek Robert and Kay Morris - In memory of Virginia Krob, Russell Proffitt, Raphael Pisarik, and James Pauley Jackie Nemecek Dr. Cynthia Reed Tammy Roberts Haasl Richard and Avis Serovy - In Glenn Shima - In memory of Marjorie Zeman, Robert C. Slaymaker, and John Redlinger Leo and Elaine Shima - In memory of Marjorie Zeman and Michael Dohnalek James and Judith Shulista - In memory of Arlene Brecht, Myra Serbousek, Mike Dohnalek, and Rev. Russell Proffitt - In honor of Dick & Bert Shulista s 60th wedding Scott and Karen Shulista - In memory of Judith Cole Diane Stahle - In memory of Michael Dohnalek James and Carol Steinbrech In Emilie Suchomel - In memory of Elda Wagner Vincent and Ann Uthoff - In memory of James Graham Elmer and Iona Vanorny - In and Myra Serbousek Anton and Karen Zacek - In memory of Marge Zeman and Mike Dohnalek Theodore and Theresa Zeller Lake MacBride Golf Course Solon Firefighters - In memory of Gladys Chaloupka Solon-Andreas Foundation The Marjorie Zeman Memorial - In memory of Marjorie Zeman SOUTH ENGLISH, IA Richard and Myra Peiffer - In memory of Barbara Peiffer SPENCER, IA Jim and Jessica Jensen SPIRIT LAKE, IA Bonnie and David Johnson - In Cornelius and Sharon Maris In SPRAGUEVILLE, IA Glenn and Pam Holdgrafer - In memory of Vincent Goedert William and Janice Portz - In memory of Arlene Engel - In honor of Verdis & Delores Hoffman s 60th wedding SPRINGVILLE, IA Danny Clarke - In memory of Deloris A. Miller Gladys Hanna - In memory of Robert Hanna Mike and Barbara Leete - In memory of Gladys Sjostrom Robert and Janice McArthur - In memory of Gladys Sjostrom James and Mary Robertson - In memory of Russell Laird Daniels and Joanne Williams Don and Nikki Simmons - In memory of William Matus Jr. Deja Vine Sally s on Broadway 21

22 (L-R) Pictured during a Respite Care Weekend are campers Morgan McDermott of Monticello and Sara Gearhart of Hopkinton. With them is counselor Regan Steinert of Spokane, WA. STANLEY, IA Eldon and Wilda Ingamells - In memory of Charles Kerns Robert and Liz McMillan - In memory of J.D. Andrews, Glenn Burrington, John Buckman, Charles Kerns, and Patricia Downs STANWOOD, IA Virginia Eiler Donn and Karolyn Kleppe - In memory of Lorena Taggetz STATE CENTER, IA Mary Klemme - In memory of Eileen S. Kramer The Barbara Peiffer Estate - In memory of Barbara Peiffer STOCKTON, IA Vaughn & Deb Bein - In memory of Dorothea Brus Don and LaVonn Schumaker - In memory of Dorothea Brus Robert and Joan Walker - In memory of Grace Hinrichs STORM LAKE, IA Linda Bethune - In memory of Edward A. Gee STRAWBERRY POINT, IA Abbie Thompson STUART, IA Richard and Karen Doubleday SWISHER, IA Helen Cross - In memory of Myra Serbousek Dave and Chris Faltis - In Ryan and Sonya LaGrange Bernard and Phyllis Marak - In Darrell and Carolyn Marak - In memory of Myra Serbousek and Mike Dohnalek Larry & Keveen Mullendore Jacquelyn Mundorf Norman Neal - In memory of Mike Dohnalek Jacquie and Clark Oster - In Dave Schmitt - In memory of Bob & Nina Roseland Robert and Marilyn Simon - In Louellen Svec - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Duane and Jane Walter - In Cedar Ridge Vineyards Winery & Distillery Kirocofe Oil Co. - In memory of Mike Dohnalek TAMA, IA Audrey Elliott - In memory of Tracy Brady Mrs. Fred (Virginia) Shover - In memory of Jay Kellogg and Kenneth Sheppard Maxine Upah - In memory of Dean Striley Ron Weir - In memory of Diane Whitaker American Legion Auxiliary Unit #73 TIFFIN, IA Dave Bollei Kenneth and Lynne Reimers - In memory of Darren Reimers TIPTON, IA Jennifer Rinas and Randy Behne - In memory of Julie Dieckmann Hutchins - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Norene Boyle - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Jim and JoAnn Brennan - In memory of Elda Wagner Margaret Crock - In memory of Janice Penningroth Shirley Edler - In memory of Janice Penningroth Sandy Fedler - In memory of George Junior Speed Dorothy Herring - In memory of Sarah Dierks on her Gene and Linda Horman - In memory of Darrell Yutesler Joe and Rose McElhinney - In memory of Jan Penningroth Edith Steffen - In memory of Keith Skinner Dr. Lyse Strnad - In memory of James H. Graham Wilbert and Eleanor Thoeming - In memory of Keith Skinner, Jan Penningroth, and George Miller Robert and Alice Whitlatch - In memory of Owen Burrichter and Gwen Emrich Cedar County ARC Harvey s Pump Service - In memory of Dale Rodgers and Duane Dotson TODDVILLE, IA Kendra Abel Brent and Patricia Harstad - In Larry and Betty McBurney - In memory of Dick Harger TOLEDO, IA Maxine Boles - In memory of Helen Benda, Mary Miller, Jacky Van Dyke, Betty Jean Kriegel, Charlie Hawkins, Bill Moulton, Katherine Anderson, and Anna Lee McCue - In honor of Frankie & Mara Nekola s 60th wedding, Larry and Marilyn Yuska s 50th wedding, and Anna Rose Blayer s 90th Dan and Denise Kirchner - In memory of Helen Benda Mary Ellen Kriegel Frank and Marcella Nekola - In memory of Marge Lebeda Marge Ziskovsky TORONTO, IA Dale and Donna Tenley - In memory of Brad Daehn - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th TRAER, IA James and LaNell Dinsdale - In memory of Don Lenth Riders for the Future TROY MILLS, IA Harold and JoAnn Annis - In memory of Helen Sauer, John Carpenter, Charles Beaner, Lowell Meier, Vivian Feagle, and Rollie Billman Jerry and Patricia Cameron - In memory of Curtis Jans, Bob Pflughaupt, Helen Sauer, John Carpenter, Lowell Meier, Rollie Billman, Monty Sackett, Eugene Gene Barrette, and Vivian Fagle Irma Chester - In memory of Phyllis Mills Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Moenk - In memory of Esther Willey URBANA, IA Chris and Jennifer Dobel Keith and Judy Kramer - In memory of Irv McMurrin, Don Parbs, Maxine Relf, and Very Dlouhy Huff - In honor of Owen Maynard s 80th and Bob Smith s 80th URBANDALE, IA Jon and Susan Cruikshank Dale and Susan Derscheid PMCI VAN HORNE, IA Michael Arnold Scott Hamlin Beth Hoopes Gladys Werner - In memory of Helen Scheetz Tara Hills Country Club VICTOR, IA John and Jean Gryp - In memory of Sr. Irene DeMeulenaere, Jeannie Van Nevel, Jim Whitworth, Bob DeMeulenaere, and Rick Soer Margaret Pope - In memory of Robert DeMeulenaere Lauren Robinson Joan Schafbuch Thomas and Jean Thys VINTON, IA Clark and Sharon Crisman Donald Dill - In memory of Arlene Brecht, Robert Christy, and Mitchell Campbell Judith Finger - In memory of Vera Huff Maurice and Joyce Flickinger - In memory of Kenton Hill Doris Gosse - In memory of Lester Gudenkauf Stuart and Margaret Gulick - In memory of Babe Gentle Dell and Ramona Hanson - In memory of Leila Boddicker, Paul Fix, and Albert Bearbower Esther Hite - In memory of Kenton Hill Larry and Victoria Holst - In memory of Marvin Palmer Robert and Jane LaGrange - In memory of John Thomasson Darlene Lerch Tyler Lorenzen Merle and Evelyn Roths - In memory of Leila Boddiker - In honor of friends and Matt & Jessica Wolf s wedding Robert and Phyllis Simnacher Kristi Storey Blessed Hope Church Vinton Noon Kiwanis Club WALCOTT, IA Rudy and Marlene Arp - In memory of Dorothea Brus Eugene and Alberta Bernick - In honor of Hope Bernick Brian and Angela Ehlers - In honor of Hope Bernick Ken and Carol Freund - In honor of Hope Bernick Curtis and Mary Frick - In memory of Dorothea Brus and Robert McCracken Joe and Lindsay Golinghorst - In honor of Hope Bernick Richard and Mary Golinghorst - In honor of Hope Bernick Jason and Lisa Holdorf - In honor of Hope Bernick Michael and Susan Meinert - In memory of James Graham Carolyn Paustian - In honor of Hope Bernick Marcia Paustian - In honor of Hope Bernick Ross Paustian - In honor of Hope Bernick Alverna Rekemeyer - In memory of Bill Wells Royal Neighbors, Fern Chapter #3798 WALFORD, IA Evelyn Bartosh - In memory of Irene Hartgrave and Wilmer Sedlacek Randy and Julie Bauer Ruby Boehmke - In memory of Irene Hartgrave Joyce and Randy Kulhavy - In memory of Irene Hartgrave and Merle Yanacek Carolyn Peiffer - In memory of Fran Sonka and Irene Hartgrave Donald and Sharon Schulte - In memory of Patricia A. Winkler John and Jolene Schulte - In memory of Wimpy Sedlacek and Lorena Teggatz WALKER, IA Karen Bahr - In memory of Leila Boddicker Darrell and Justine Beaver - In memory of Will Falconer Judy Doyl - In memory of Agatha McCright on her Betty Gericke - In memory of Maynard Rowe David and Bonny Kayser - In memory of Ron Doyl, Ellen Benesch, Kay Winn, Meade Family, and Michael Krob G.N. and Patsy Neumeyer - In memory of Leila Boddicker and Lowell Meier Sr Marcia Sackett - In memory of Leila Boddicker and Martin Sackett Frank and Anna Teffer - In memory of Hazel Snyndock Clint Wade Ross and Shirley Wiley - In honor of John and Betty Decker s 50th wedding WAPELLO, IA Andy and Delores Wykert - In honor of Hunter Wykert WASHINGTON, IA Dolores Marks William and Serena Wiltshire - In honor of Hope Bernick Good Sam Club Country Travelers WASHTA, IA V.F.W. Auxiliary #2253 WATERLOO, IA Daniel Ankrum Milton and Evelyn Ashline - In memory of Mary Imogene Schutte Leo and Jane Becker - In honor of Allan & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding and Dan & Nancy Schmitz 40th wedding Mark and Kerrie Becker - In memory of Beverly Swyers - In honor of Dick Hazel s 80th, Allan & JoAnn Weber s 50th wedding, and Jim & Pat Ehr s 50th wedding Angela Broell - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Ken Budke Kenneth Cavanaugh - In memory of Bobby and Daniel Cavanaugh Judith Crow - In memory of Mark D. Crow Daniel Davis - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Margie Guild - In honor of Vern & Verdeen Peters 60th wedding and Dennis & Colleen Kacher s 60th wedding Larry and Cathy Klein Jerry Leon - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Donna Lichty Patty McKenna Barbara Miller - In memory of Barb Peiffer Steven Oaks Ronald and Velda Phillips Nicholas and Linda Purdy - In honor of Mick Staebell and Jerry & Vicki Staebell George and Donna Schaefer - In memory of Mercedes Hoppner Jim and Bev Schaefer - In memory of Jim Allison, Kathleen Ambrosy, Larry Delegardelle, and Sandy Andersen Rebecca Stubbe Designer Genes - In memory of Marcia Anderson Lost Island Water Park WATKINS, IA Terry and Elaine Harrington Thomas and Nancy Less - In memory of Francis Frame and Margaret Himmelsbach Art and Karen Schulte - In memory of Leila Boddicker and Marcella Clark Wilma Stallman - In memory of Eileen Kramer James Oberreuter WAUKEE, IA Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Rinehart - In memory of Dorothy Zuber WAUKON, IA Ozzie and Phyllis Quandahl VFW Auxiliary #4117 WAVERLY, IA David and Eamonn McCullough WAYLAND, IA Mike Kaufman WEST BRANCH, IA Madeline Espensen Linda and Jerry Fleagle Mike and Peg Gade - In memory of Elda Wagner Millie Verlo - In memory of Ida Conklin West Branch Lions Club WEST DES MOINES, IA Lisa Cook - In memory of Norma D. Schemmel Michele and Joseph Dworak Steven Kellogg Erin Rundall - In memory of Rollie Billman Roger and Shirley Stetson - In memory of Jim Plants J. Thomas Warner VFW #738 WEST LIBERTY, IA Tom and Mary Pat Brooke - In memory of Nellie Maurer, Tom Roberts, Roger Tapper, Warren Luse, Ida Conklin, Alme Erwin, Coinne Barber, Mary Ort, Laura Yoho, Eileen Waller, Velma Hofmaster, Duane Dotson, Dale Mauer, and William Krause - In honor of Dawn Carlson Jim and Marilyn Conrey - In memory of Bill Reagan, Betty Akers, and Don Becker Lee and Carol Crook - In memory of Gary K. Lenz Judith and Dale Denkman - In memory of Russell Van Duesen - In honor of Ken & Linda Minor s 50th wedding Marilyn Henderson - In memory of Venita & Virgil Harned, Betty Akers, Gerald Wilson, and Gary Lenz Melody and Mark Henderson, - In honor of Darlene Kordick Richard and Nan Janney - In memory of Nell Maurer, Florence McMahon, and Eileen Waller Virginia Kaska - In memory of Mary Ort and Duane Dotson Derwood and Arlene Keith - In memory of Ronald Schafnit Virginia Klaska - In memory of Glenn Ladehoff David and Pat Kordick Wayne and Audrey Noring - In memory of Mary Ort Lotene Poulsen - In memory of Shirlee Fisher West Liberty Rotary Club WEST POINT, IA Craig and Sheri Lampe Helen Moeller WHEATLAND, IA Kenneth and Phyllis Bachus - In honor of Hope Bernick Hubert and Beulah Gade - In memory of John Sievers Jr Randall and Sandra Horman - In memory of Wilma Stites Darlene Kleinsmith - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Arlyn Meier - In memory of Delbert Licht Madelyn Meier - In memory of Ann Sobotka, Delbert Licht, and Robert Meyer 22 October Camp Courageous -

23 How can I help? Riley Train Depot Plaque Tom and Nan Riley donated a train to thrill thousands of campers! The track and depot are installed and built. Many camp and/or train enthusiasts have asked, How can we help? We will continue to have workdays for landscaping around the track and depot. You can also contribute to cover the ongoing operational costs and future expansion of the train. The name, or the wording of choice, will appear on a plaque in the depot for all $1,000 donors. Use the donation form on the back page of this newsletter. For more information about the plaque you can contact Charlie at (319) , ext. 2100, or send him an at charlie@campcourageous.org. Mary and Ed Noel - In memory of Jo Van Waes Charles and Ann Pelley - In memory of Elaine Hack - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th Agnes Pinter and Donna Pineter - In honor of Dwain & Dorothy Goettsch s 60th wedding Joyce Schroeder - In honor of Darlene Kleinsmith s 70th WILLIAMSBURG, IA Genevieve Davis - In memory of Bob Davis Wilma and James Harl Laurinda Kraft Rozella Lower - In memory of Leonard Lower Jim and Sandy Lynch Sheryl Neal - In memory of Brian Garbe Brenda Renner Christoffer Schmidt Mary Thompson Robert and Nancy Welsh - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Sundown Bar & Grill V.F.W. Aux. No Williamsburg High School Class of 1983 WILTON, IA Ray and Judy Arp - In memory of Lois Chalupa Donald and Linda Kraklio Roger Sessler - In memory of Carolyn Butler and Laura Yoho Wayne Stucker - In memory of Jimmy Alwood Stucker, Chelsea Jo Stucker, Duane Dotson, and Ed & Luetta Winfield Roger Waech Marlyn White - In memory of Darlene Sutter and Grace Rife WINDSOR HEIGHTS, IA Adam and Mary Rocha - In memory of Marilyn Reeves David and Peggy Sharpe Apex Oil, Inc. - In memory of Roger Tapper Windsor Heights Lions Cub WINFIELD, IA Leon Rossiter - In memory of Dorothea Brus WINTHROP, IA Mrs. Ellie Biekert - In memory of Ione Aitchison Aaron and Patricia Cook, & Family Icil Jensen - In memory of Paul Jensen Janet Pech - In memory of Mike & Tina Pech s 25th wedding Bill and Jeanice Shafer - In memory of Roger Johnson David and Coleen Sperfslage - In memory of Ethel Gibbs - In honor of Father Lou on his 40th as a Priest and Father Denny on his 40th as a Priest WOODWARD, IA Joan Miller WORTHINGTON, IA Monica Besler - In memory of LaVern Schoon, Lois Catlett, and Clara White Madonna Wolfe - In memory of Tom Jenk WYOMING, IA Luella Eichhorn - In memory of Sarah Carnes Mat and Marilyn Gray Bill and Lola Hansen - In memory of Janet Vacek, Larry Jones, and Jeanne L. Berner - In honor of Lynn & Barb Hayden s 50th wedding Miles Loy Terry and Pam Ruchford - In memory of Elaine F. Hack, Donald Ketelsen, and Greg Lane ZWINGLE, IA Richard and Valita Bradley - In memory of Ernie Schoop BAYVIEW, ID Merle and Dorothy Johnson - In memory of Charles Kremer and Marie Holub MERIDIAN, ID Eric and Diana Oehrke - In memory of Deloris A. Miller ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL Zachary and Linda Bearden - In honor of Bill & Janet Robinson s 50th wedding Keith North BARRINGTON, IL Duncan and Carol Ross - In honor of Abby Ross BERWYN, IL Robert Hartfield - In memory of Leo Greco on his 92nd - In honor of Helen Feiereisen s 91st BLOOMINGTON, IL Connie Dearborn Brendan and Gretchen Lee BOURBONNAIS, IL Carol Paris BREESE, IL Jerry and Lori Wahl CHICAGO, IL Greg Borzo Brian Burroughs Dennis and Deborah Conway Cheryl Dudeck Ronald Eash Stephen and Margaret Farr Thomas Hoban Kurt Hoffmann Andrew Maxwell Mildred Mentzer - In memory of Ken Duncan Rick Spirek Stacy Thomas Adam Turry Gretchen Wahl Darrell Windle C.U.B.S. CHILLICOTHE, IL Timothy and Barb Burroughs CLARENDON HILLS, IL Rachel Collins Kate Harrison Susie Jones Mark Redieht Anne and Robert Roca Boo Roca Kate Roca Riley Roca Community Presbyterian Church Youth Mission Sewing/Comm. Pres. Church DES PLAINES, IL John Wiemhoff DIXON, IL 3-D sound Company EAST DUBUQUE, IL Earl and Doris Hasken Amanda Larson Dorothy McDermott William and Joni Miller Family Beer & Liquor Store Lacoma Golf Course Van s Liquor Store EASTON, IL D. Jaye and Noreen Frye - In honor of Hope Bernick EVANSTON, IL igive.com FREEPORT, IL Faith United Methodist Church FULTON, IL August and Joyce Von Thun - In memory of Jim Ronnefeldt, Bill Woodhurst, and Edward Simon Robert and Janice Wede - In memory of Agnes Eberhart Jeanne Weispfenning - In memory of Roland Weispfenning Carol Wilkserson - In memory of Bruce Gehrls GALENA, IL Kirk Foecking At Home Galena Cellars and Winery GENESEO, IL Fern Williams - In memory of Melvin Thein GLENVIEW, IL David Lewis John and Sharon Mann HAMPSHIRE, IL Philip and Mary Lou Manning - In honor of Hope Bernick ILLINOIS CITY, IL June Stebel JOY, IL Jodi O Leary - In memory of Bill Smith Sr. KIWANEE, IL John Grice LA GRANGE, IL Brian Parrino LAKE BLUFF, IL Ben Gralla LAKE FOREST, IL Dennis Johnston Chicago Bears Football Club LIBERTYVILLE, IL Derick Bonewitz LINCOLNWOOD, IL Gerald and Nancy Turry LOMBARD, IL Hannah Misar MATTESON, IL Bob Guzinski MILAN, IL Don and Marilou Simpson - In memory of Alice Huskey - In honor of Clarissa John s 97th on July 20th Stern Beverage MOLINE, IL Gary and Nancy Ingleson - In honor of Hope Bernick Margaret Millar MOUNT PROSPECT, IL Merna Folkers - In memory of Gene Cook MUNDELEIN, IL Abigail Para NAPERVILLE, IL Louis and Lois Jean Kellen - In memory of Sister Caran Hart Bruce and Sherry Sichak Doug Skinnis NEW BOSTON, IL Richard and Doris Sedam - In memory of Bill Smith Dorothy Smith NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL Milissa Dropka - In memory of Ken Duncan NORTHFIELD, IL David and Donna Cox - In honor of Deloris Rickels 80th OPHIEM, IL Dick and Joann Nelson - In memory of Kay Schneberger and Rosalee Nelson Stice PARK FOREST, IL Terry Medhurst - In memory of James & Marilyn Robinson PEORIA, IL Frank Bradley Keystone Steel & Wire PORT BYRON, IL Merlyn and Jan Sanders ROCKFORD, IL Thomas and Patricia Belzey - In memory of Kelley Sinnard s Father Harold and Sue May - In honor of Mother s & Father s Day Beth Eden United Methodist Church ROLLING MEADOWS, IL Sarah Kelly SCHAUMBURG, IL Heather Jenkinson SHERRARD, IL Lori Sindelar SPRINGFIELD, IL Gloria Jarvis - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Dawn Rubio - In memory of JoAnn Leytem Mary J. Waters SPRINGFILED, IL Kim Hayden - In memory of JoAnn Leytem STELING, IL The Mary Maxine Redmond Trust - In memory of Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Redmond TAYLOR RIDGE, IL Jim and Mary Lecleir VIOLA, IL Sherry Clayton - In memory of Peggy Schlecht and Scotty Davidson VIRDEN, IL Don and Karen Musso - In memory of JoAnn Leytem WESTMOUNT, IL Nathan Schulz WHEATON, IL Pat and Ralph Dahm - In memory of Dorothea Brus Mary Kerger - In memory of Wade Wiese CROWN POINT, IN Louis Stratton FRANKFORT, IN Steven Beardsley INDIANAPOLIS, IN Robert and Marian White - In honor of Rachel White Buztronics NEW PALESTINE, IN Joanne Baugh - In memory of Ken Duncan ELSMORE, KS Joseph and Carol Olson - In memory of Elizabeth Janssen HORTON, KS Gaskell Machine & Metal MANHATTAN, KS Terry and Donna Davis - In memory of Donald Schallou Susan and Duane Noblett - In memory of Ken Duncan Camp Courageous Staff Fall 2013 (L-R) First row (sitting-front): Janna Strain, Hamshire, IL; Amanda Brenneman, Monticello; Jeanne Muellerleile, Monticello. Second row: Madeline Tomé (sitting), Grand Rapids, MI; Rachel Price, Shelbyville, KY; Bev Rubel, Palatine, IL; Reilly Allen, Littleton, CO; Mallory Pettengill, Vinton; Aly Jobson, Monticello; Akari Iburi, Stafford, NY; Stephen Fasnacht, Monticello; Becky Melchert, Hopkinton; Kim Drabek, Yukon, OK; Matt Bollwitt, Monticello. Third row: Jamie Bourgeois, Gramercy, LA; Jenny Welch, Storm Lake; Elizabeth Wilson, Fulton, MS; McKenzie Trelka, Waterloo; Kristina Aldrich, Monterey, CA; Melissa McGill, Akron, OH; Jeremiah Grams, Monticello; Rolando Morales; Monticello; Regina Kehoe, Monticello, Sharon Holub, Center Junction. Fourth row: Meagan Morrow, Indianola; Heather Kilsdonk, Marion; Katie Schmuhl, Norwalk, OH; Garrett Stern, Roanoke, VA; Tyler Trimble, West Branch; Tobi Luetkemeier, Monticello; Sharon Roller, Monticello; Stacey Patterson (waving), Harrisburg, NC. Fifth row: Harold White, Manchester; Charlie Becker, Monticello; Andy Claus, Cascade; Julia Freedman, Providence, RI; Garrett Golder, Hamilton, MT; Karl Kuntz, Burlington; Charlie Bryant, New Kent, VA; Uriel Moorer, Atlanta, GA; Shannon Poe, Monticello. Not pictured: Carol Melton, Monticello; Christine Furr, Front Royal, VA; Greg Boheman, Monticello; James Kurth, Monticello; Jeremiah Grams, Monticello; Kate Runde, Monticello; LouAnn Hora, Maquoketa; Lowell Freeland, Fulton, TX; Pam Mayo, Monticello; Tom Bradley, Monticello. Dennis Bayne, Anamosa; Jodi Heinrich, Monticello; Stephanie LaBarge, Monticello; Jeff Guilford, Monticello; Gerry Rohr, Monticello. Marginal Note: Risks must be taken because the greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing. 23

24 OLATHE, KS Tom and Jen Schreier - In memory of Murray Longfellow DERWOOD, MD Steve and Kathy Bushby - In memory of Maynard Rowe HAGERSTOWN, MD Edward Distad - In honor of Roy Lammers, Bonnie Distad, Lois Ormbsy, and Mae Erikson LEXINGTON PARK, MD The Hartkemeyer Family - In memory of Craig Corey Wright SILVER SPRING, MD Tom and Mary Dugan MACHIAS, ME Ellen Hostert - In memory of Ken Duncan BEAVERTON, MI Mr. and Mrs. Tim Cornell - In memory of Edward A. Gee BIRCH RUN, MI Ed and Lyn Tackebury - In memory of Edward A. Gee BIRMINGHAM, MI Joe Norber BURT, MI Mr. and Mrs. Jim Maher - In memory of Edward A. Gee CHELSEA, MI David and Karen Glover - In honor of and thank you to the Beckers of Iowa: Amy, Paula, Joe, Bob & Linda & Family, Aunt Ruth, and Father John Chris Sing, & Family - In honor of Bud & Lois Myatt s 70th wedding HASLETT, MI William Holloway HOWELL, MI Alan DeGraw - In memory of Wade Wiese NASHVILLE, MI John and Lois Hallberg - In memory of Robert Robb and JoAnn Leytem SAGINAW, MI Charles and Susan Burda SALINE, MI Virginia Burgess - In memory of Paul Kasek TRAVERSE CITY, MI Hallie Pucelik WOLVERINE LAKE, MI Charles and Marcia Gheldof - In honor of Marcia & Chuck s 19th wedding APPLE VALLEY, MN Mary Jo Lageson - In memory of Don Pursell BRAINERD, MN Mike and Becky Eggleston Dennis and Carol Ricklefs - In memory of Rosie Youngblut, Bill & Eloise Baldwin, Richard & Sheryl Mott, Larry & Vicki Federspiel, and Waybes & Doris Natvig BURNSVILLE, MN Marjorie Day - In memory of Maynard Rowe DULUTH, MN David and Sharon Rowell EAGAN, MN Mary Hayes - In honor of T.J. Appel s confirmation EDEN PRAIRIE, MN Minnesota Vikings EDINA, MN Ann Marie Curtin - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly HAM LAKE, MN Ted and Miranda Ten Napel HOPKINS, MN The Hogan Family - In memory of Eunice Power MINNEAPOLIS, MN James Becker - In memory of Willis & Grace (Sauser) Becker Michael and Karen Bushby - In memory of Maynard Rowe Mike Nicklay and Peggy McGrane - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly General Mills Foundation Lumir, Heniretta & Lois Ann Ingwersen Fund RBC Capital Markets, LLC The Herbert & Geraldine Adix Fund The Irma M. Adix Fund MINNETONKA, MN Kelly May Steve and Kelly May MONTICELLO, MN James and Mary Dickrell - In honor of Hope Bernick ODESSA, MN Jennifer Volkenant RANDOLPH, MN Jeff and Randi Schmicking ROCHESTER, MN Melissa Albrecht SHOREVIEW, MN Richard Otterstrom ST. PAUL, MN Gary and Nancy Blasberg - In memory of Maynard C. Rowe WILLMAR, MN Frank and Lou Ann Heng - In memory of Louise & Leo Greco BERGER, MO Vernon and Doris Gifford - In memory of Rollie Billman COLUMBIA, MO Jim and Mary Smith - In memory of Dorothy Moughler DIXON, MO John and Wilma Jean Greenlee EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO Debbie Chaney Beverly Claypool GLADSTONE, MO Robert and Ruth Meyer HARRIS, MO Pamela Evanoff HAZELWOOD, MO Mid-USA Motorcycle Parts KANSAS CITY, MO Chuck and Teresa Haile Todd and Barb Peck - In memory of Karla Cobbett LAKE WINNEBAGO, MO Keith and Jody Diercksen - In memory of Ken Duncan MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO Edward Jones MOUNT VERNON, MO Robert and Jan Campbell - In memory of Norma Lowe and Raymond Dufek OWENSVILLE, MO Timothy Oehrke - In memory of Deloris Miller PLATTSBURG, MO Evans United Shows POPLAR BLUFF, MO Joseph Leahy - In memory of Eileen Kramer SPRINGFIELD, MO Ray and Dorothy Francois - In memory of Marcia Brodersen, John Boyle, Donald Otting, Paula Jo Kramer, Leonard Ernstmann, Grandpa Don Tvedte, and Robert Smith - In honor of Gene Schoeberl s 72nd ST. CHARLES, MO Jennifer Eggleston ST. LOUIS, MO Elaine Muellerleile WEST PLAINS, MO Rupert and Margaret Kneef - In memory of Maynard Rowe, Carol Hansen, Louise Murray Jensen, Mary Alice Scott on her, Mrs. Irvin Scott on her, Irvin Scott on Father s Day, Henry Knief on Father s Day, James Stewart, and Donald Jensen CHARLOTTE, NC Push America GREENSBORO, NC Carol Gavin - In memory of Mary & Sydney Freeman HENDERSONVILLE, NC Mary Ickes - In memory of Ed Farrell LINCOLN, NE Mikayla Freese OMAHA, NE Tom Anderson John and Cheri Hepler Jennifer Likes - In memory of Roger Tapper Community Oil Company PAPILLION, NE Ed and Carol Gates - In Scott and Sheri Heckens PRINCETON, NJ Alliant Energy Foundation, Inc. Allstate Giving Campaign Grainger Matching Charitable Gifts Program Pfizer Foundation Matching Gifts Pfizer United Way Campaign State Farm Companies Foundation - In honor of Rick Meyer U.S. Bancorp Foundation Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign HENDERSON, NV Don and Dixie Nacke - In memory of Nancy Robertson and Mary Ellen Novak LAS VEGAS, NV Mary Kremer - In memory of James K. Williams and Marie Holub BROOKLYN, NY Ryan Wilson FORT DRUM, NY Lisandra Delgado PURCHASE, NY Pepsico Foundation CINCINNATI, OH John and Kathleen Carrithers - In memory of Rollie Billman LOVELAND, OH Frank Maher - In memory of Joe Winkie NORTH RIDGEVILLE, OH Karen Edwards PORTAGE, OH Chuck and Annetta Steman WESTERVILLE, OH Sean Donnelly - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly BIXBY, OK Bruce and Anne Heine STILLWATER, OK Clement and Miriam Ward - In memory of Harv Callicont, Dave McCampbell, and Tom Wilshire WILSONVILLE, OR Farrell Roberts - In memory of Ken Duncan CHAMBERSBURG, PA Lisa and Ted Christiansen - In memory of Curt Sessler and Theresa Sessler GREENWOOD, SC Carolyn Rossie ELK POINT, SD Matthew and Kim Metzgar HURON, SD Bush Fullerton SIOUX FALLS, SD Trent Hepler David and Cynthia Whisler - In memory of Marjorie Zeman KNOXVILLE, TN John and Sharon Doyle - In memory of Leo Greco ROSSVILLE, TN Memphis Shades ARLINGTON, TX Elizabeth Williams - In memory of Mom Kremer, James K. Williams, and Charles Kremer AUSTIN, TX Mark and Susan Shumake CARROLLTON, TX Verizon- Kevin Donnelly s Team - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly CARROLTON, TX Ann Coffaro - In memory of Mary Anne Donnelly GEORGETOWN, TX Larry and Sandie Jacobson - In memory of Marjorie Zeman Williamson Central Appraisal District Employees - In memory of Marjorie Zeman SAN ANTONIO, TX Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc. TEMPLE, TX Randy and Cindy Zavodny - In memory of Marjorie Zeman WYLIE, TX Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hulsey - In memory of Dorothy Moughler SALT LAKE CITY, UT Susan Whitney - In honor of Hope Bernick ALEXANDRIA, VA Bonnie Carson Ralph and Clara Nichols - In memory of Lynn Kobliska on his 8/8 ARLINGTON, VA Senator Charles E. Grassley DUNFIRES, VA Dennis and Shirley Brennan RICHMOND, VA Hugo and Edith Seibel - In memory of Edna Guyan STAFFORD, VA Harvey Van Buren - In memory of Lynn Kobliska VIENNA, VA United way of the National Capital Area WOODBRIDGE, VA Martha Kobliska - In memory of Lynn Kobliska John and Judy Solomon - In memory of Lynn Kobliska Indoor Pool Hours Daily Admission: $4.00/swimmer Children under five admitted free with adult Punch cards : $40.00/15 swims Annual Pass: $180/person $320/family (up to five) $55/each additional over five Rental Rates: $65/hour 30 people or less One Pool (1 guard) $90/hour 30 people or less Both Pools (2 guards) $90/hour people One/Both Pools (2 guards) $120/hour people One/Both Pools (3 guards) $15/hour Use of Pool Classroom Open Lap Swim Mon. - Fri. 7:00-9:00 am & 12:00-1:00 pm Tues. and Thurs. 6:00-7:00 AM Early Bird Mon. - Thurs. 5:30-6:30 PM Saturday 10:00AM-Noon Open Swim Aqua Aerobics Class Monday thru Friday 9:00 am - 9:45 am Contact Carol Melton at , ext or carol@campcourageous.org MERCER ISLAND, WA Ms. Helen Stanger - In memory of Regis Newitt and Bill Stanger REDMOND, WA Kevin Rolfes - In memory of Jay Rolfes and Cecilia Rolfes SEATTLE, WA The Clark Family - In memory of James Graham SHORELINE, WA Annalee and Phillip Oakes - In SILVERDALE, WA Imogene Reiter - In memory of Ted Reiter Jean Reiter - In memory of Marilou Anderson BROOKFIELD, WI Robert Kucharski - In memory of Dee CUBA CITY, WI Danielle Kieler DARLINGTON, WI Emily Burgess DEFOREST, WI Rosa Owen DELAFIELD, WI William and Lorayne Schmidt - In DELAVAN, WI Thomas and June McClellan - In honor of Hope Bernick FALL CREEK, WI Jan Hook - In honor of Cory Tweden GREEN BAY, WI Fred and Cathy Landry - In memory of Larry Volk Packers Community Outreach GREENDALE, WI Warren and Sharon Eulgen - In HAZEL GREEN, WI Wayne and Mary Kahle - In memory of Velma Droessler, Ted Burgmeier, Bill Hanfeld, Iola Thor, Keith Dalsing, Paul Wiedelnbacker, and Bob Kehl Sr. Tim and DeAnne Kremer Mallory Wiederholt Spring Valley Construction Co. KENOSHA, WI Eric Komar LA CROSSE, WI Kwik Trip, Inc. - In memory of Rollie Billman MADISON, WI Lindsay Knepper Dison Walter Meanwell - In honor of the Camp Courageous Sprint Triathlon, the race director, and all the volunteers for an extremely high quality event Carol Steckel Elberta Steckel MANITOWOC, WI Dr. & Mrs. Harold Just - In memory of Mardonna Richeal MILWAUKEE, WI Jen Gilmore James and Kathleen McLaughlin John and Catherine Sanders MONONA, WI Michael and Linda Orr MT. HOREB, WI Anne Slaney PEAWAUKEE, WI Vivian Durham - In memory of James Graham PICKEREL, WI Norman and Dorothy Shestak - In memory of Larry Biderman SOMERSET, WI Kuryakyn Holdings, Inc. STEVENS POINT, WI Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church SUN PRAIRIE, WI Diane Supinski 24 October Camp Courageous -

25 A big thank you to the Iowa Scottish Rite Masonic Foundation for their donation to Camp Courageous. Here (L-R) Bill Jacobson, 33 from Cedar Rapids and Registrar & Building Manager, Douglas Heath, 33 present a check to the camp. Good gentleman in a great organization that have been long time camp supporters. Thank you to (L-R) Janet & Denny Zahrt, Russ Risley, and Rob Myers for bringing a truck and trailer load of items for camp and the Manchester Garage Sale from Brubaker Masonic Lodge in Davenport and friends. Wonderful group of friends! 5020 Council St NE Thank you to former board member and dear friend to Camp Courageous, Ann Ernst, for inviting Camp to give a program to her PEO group in Dubuque (I.K. Chapter). Special thank you to Nancy Comer McNamer who opened her home and to Kathy Reisdorf for coordinating the opportunity. Super group... super organization! Thank you to Bill Bywater and the Iowa City Noon Rotary Club for inviting Camp Courageous to give a program to their group. Many of the members of this wonderful club have been long time supporters of the camp. Bill and I have been friends since the mid- 70 s, through Bankers Advertising, and with having some roots in Monticello. Thank you to Dan Scandridge of Hartwick, IA for his donation of a steer that he had, inspected, processed, and personally delivered to camp. Dan is active with the Pineapple Gala and helps camp however he can. A wonderful gentleman! Meat is something the camp goes through tons of annually. Thank you to Steve Paul for his donation of two needed table saws. They will be put to good use! Camp Courageous is very fortunate to have Lynn Burrell, owner of Frontier Garden Center, on Blairsferry Road in Cedar Rapids, as a good friend! On a very regular basis he provides items for the camp s garage sale, the Pineapple Gala, and needed items for the camp. Much of the beautiful flowers, trees, and so much more at camp, can be traced back to Lynn! Just a wonderful gentleman. Thank you to Denny Zahrt and Buzz Walters who gave Camp Courageous the opportunity to present a program to the United Methodist Church Men's Group in Davenport. Wonderful group! Denny had just celebrated a and along with Janet they have their 51st Anniversary coming up. Buzz and Dee Walters celebrate their 60th on Sept. 12th. Camper Joel Ray of Greenfield and counselor Melissa McGill of Akron, OH are pictured at the awards ceremony that was held at the end of the Lions Vision Impairment week. Thank you to (L) Denny Zahrt and (R) Janet Zahrt for their donation of this beautiful pontoon for use on Lake Todd. Also thank you to Bob Seiler (and his wife, Darlenenot pictured) from Camanche for hauling the pontoon from Le Claire, IA to Camp Courageous. The boat will be a fun addition to the camp's fishing and lake experience. How can I help? Thank you to Bob & Marilyn Meyer of Marion, IA and the Non Profit Services Corp. for donating two car loads of items for the campers. Wonderful donation! Using Your ebay Auctions Do you sell on ebay? You can donate a percentage of your auctions to the camp through ebay s Mission Fish program. 10% to 100% of your auction can go to Camp Courageous automatically. It s a great way to promote your auctions since visitors will see (through a special icon) that part of their payment goes to a great charity. To participate, simply use the charity option as you list your items on ebay. For additional details and information you can visit ebay and click on the Giving Works link on their home page. Marginal Note: It s hard to beat a person who never gives up. 25

26 Camp Courageous was saddened by the death of Mel Reynolds, 91, of Dubuque. I have had the good fortunate of knowing Mel for about half his life. A carpenter by trade, one of his treasured works for years were the mechanical displays in the windows of the Roshek Building in Dubuque around the holidays. Mel has been very involved with Camp Courageous over the years. He was a key leader to many volunteers from Dubuque Masonic Lodges who did all the drywall work in the Main Lodge 20+ years ago. Mel was one of the nicest individuals I have ever met. He was a first class gentleman! An incredibly sharp individual...he was also very humble. I always looked-up to Mel as a person who was well grounded...a person of faith...whose integrity was second to none. He was one we all wished we could live-up to the standard he set. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Mel's daughters Sally and Elaine, along with other family members and friends -Charlie Camp's dear friend Dee of Cedar Rapids has passed away. Dee was in the Camp Courageous Bridge Marathon group for decades. A very dear friend of Dotty Cummins, Kay Pitlik, Liz Valliere and so many others. Camp's sympathy goes out to Dee's husband, Bernie, along with family & friends. 26 Deloris (Dee) Miller, Cedar Rapids has passed. Dee was another member of Camp's Bridge Group who also helped with Pineapples. Dee joins Dee who also died this week and was part of the same groups. Camp was saddened to learn of the passing of Maxine Heinrich. Maxine considered it a privilege to be a volunteer at Camp Courageous working with handicapped children and adults. Maxine touched more lives at Camp Courageous than she ever realized. Her patience and sincere desire to help others was an inspiration to all of us. She will be dearly missed. Marj Zeman has passed away and has directed her memorials to go to Camp Courageous. Marj and Bob had many dances and celebrations to benefit Camp... a wonderful lady. Bob and Marjorie Zeman celebrated their 65th wedding on October 9, Dick Harger, from Ely has passed. I tend to be very tight with camp s money. When building the lodge in 1990 much of the work was done with volunteers The 20,000 sq ft. project was done for less than $25/sq/ft. I told a bunch of volunteer drywall folks that we can just put the ceiling tile up with volunteers. Someone replied, can you imagine 3,000 people out for the omelet breakfast/ open house and someone opens the door, and the suction from the exhaust fans, etc. is just enough to drop the ceiling tile on everyone's head? Thus was born a relationship between Dick and the camp. Every building project since has had Dick involved. He was the founder and owner of Harger's Accoustic Inc. Darlene Lidvall-Stevenson of Cedar Rapids has passed away. Darlene was a wonderful person. She and Jack Lidvall (Jack after leaving Iowa Manufacturing Company, became the Executive Director of the Hall-Perrine Foundation), would often call and ask if camp could use some tickets to an Iowa game. Out of dozens and dozens of tickets they would give over the years they were always passed on to staff and campers, who always reported back that the seats were exceptional! Their love for Camp Courageous grew even stronger when they learned their grandson, Daniel from Colorado, had a disability. They recommended camp and it wasn t long before Daniel started making the trip from Colorado to Camp Courageous regularly. Jack & Darlene were wonderful folks and we will miss them dearly. Julie Dieckmann Hutchins, a 1988 camp counselor, has passed away with memorials going to Camp Courageous. Our warmest sympathy goes out to Julie's family and friends. Camp's sympathy goes out to the family of Betty Ashcraft of Eldridge. Betty was very involved with camp's friends at Handicapped Development Center in Davenport. Governor Branstad appointed her to the Iowa State Commission for the Disabled in the early 1980s. She was one of the founding members of the HANDS (Auxiliary for the Handicapped Development Center). She was very devoted to her late son, Gary, and because of him was involved in the Special Olympics of Scott County. Betty was an advocate for the handicapped and devoted many years of her life bettering the lives of the handicapped in Scott County and the state of Iowa. Her son, Jeff, is following in his mother's foot steps, with his involvement with Camp Courageous. Jeff Ashcraft is the Vice President and Market Manager, Eastern Iowa, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, which includes our dear friends at WMT. Camp's sympathy goes out to the entire Ashcraft Family. Camp remember long-time supporter Bill Krause (L-R) Brian Ferentz, Kirk Ferentz and Bill Krause visited Camp Courageous in 2006, when Bill presented a check a for bus to the camp This was 25 years after Bill s first visit in Bill Krause was introduced to Camp Courageous 33 years ago through the Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores of Iowa. During that tour, in 1981, Bill saw a small indoor pool designed especially for campers with special needs. Bill asked, how do those who use wheelchairs get into the pool? We explained it took two or three staff to take the camper from their chair and lower them into the pool. Within a few moments Bill realized the need for a pool chair lift, and said to order one and send him the bill. Thus began a long-lasting relationship. During the 80 s, when Bill worked out of humble offices in Hampton, IA, I would stop by when I was passing through. On one cold, snowy, nasty winter day I had a flat tire, just west of Hampton. I hitch-hiked/walked back to Bill s office and explained to Bill my predicament. In no time Bill made a couple calls and had me back on the road and I arrived to give a camp program on time. Bill made it very clear, the bill was covered. Over the years one realizes there are a handful of folks, who, if your back was up against the wall, they would be there for camp. Bill was one of those for me. Fortunately that day never came where I had to ask but it was reassuring to know, Bill would have been there. Bill will be dearly missed here at Camp Courageous. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Krause Family and our Family of Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores. Over the years Karen McElhinney, along with her late husband, Don, gave Camp Courageous thousands of Beanie Babies, which brought joy and happiness into the lives of thousands of campers. She was always thrilled to learn of the excitement she brought the campers with her generosity. Karen recently presented a check to camp be used for the new Durgin Pavilion. She was a very good and caring person who will be dearly missed. October Camp Courageous -

27 It was a treat to have the Jay-Lynn-O Tours stop by camp for a tour. Since 2001 this group has had annual golf outings that benefit the camp. With 3 members from Ohio, 1 member from California, and 8 members from Iowa, they are a fun loving group that loves golf and they love camp. Thank you to Lynn Rinehart of Mout Ayr, one of the originators and one who steered the group to supporting Camp Courageous. For most, it was their first visit to camp, and for others they were overwhelmed on how far it had come since their last visit. (L-R) Paul Riordan, Jon Sobotka, Ron Beymer, Steve Roe, Bob Shafer, Lynn Rinehart, Randy McDonnell, Jay Watson, Cecil Dolecheck, Dr. Crain, Rick Beymer, and Dan Roe. There was a huge turn out for this year's Bi-State VW Picnic In The Park for Camp Courageous in Hampton IL. Much fun was had by all. Thank you to all those who came with their VWs, provided food, made super awards, and did so much more. There was great fellowship had by all. Hard to find nicer people, than VW folks... The 5th Annual counting the Weigh-in dates will start in January 2014 For more information on how to be a sponsor or participant go to or call Amanda Brenneman at ext 2210 Janet and Denny Zahrt, along with their friends Meryln and Jan Sanders delivered another trailer load of items for camp! What a team they have working for camp at the Davenport Masonic Center! Camp's sympathy goes out to the family and friends of past Camp Board Member, Jim Melly. Jim served on the board for several years, and along with his wife, Linda, made a difference in the lives of many. (L-R) Camper Isaac Ihnen of Cedar Rapids enjoys a ride on the camp s recumbent bike. With him is counselor Taylor Boucher of Helena, MT. The Last Lunch Together A tradition that was started between Jim Theisen and Leo Greco decades ago and grew to include Fr. Tom Welu and, with Leo s passing, the Greco Family. This annual lunch in Dubuque was always full of fellowship, laughter, and the desire to help others. This year was different for (L-R) Larry Greco, Fr. Tom Welu, Jim Theisen, Lance Greco, and Charlie Becker. Fr. Tom will be giving most of his personal possessions to camp as he moves to the Philippines. He has no plans to return to the States. The traditional two chairs were leaned against the table in honor of Leo and Louise Greco. Fr. Tom will be out for the camp s breakfast, but this lunch was the end of an era. Fr. Tom gave his sports collection to Camp Courageous earlier in memory of Leo Greco. The proceeds from the collection are going into a Perpetual Fund to provide Camperships for camp s most severely and profoundly disabled campers. Fr. Tom, we will miss you... Thank you to Meredith Wolfe (far left), mother of camper Sarah Wolfe, who recently passed away, for inviting Camp Courgeous to a meeting of the BETA SIGMA PHI Sorority, Preceptor Delta Chi. These wonderful ladies gathered bags of art and craft supplies for the camp and presented a check to the camp to be used for the Carver Trust, matching funds project for the pool. Great group all with ties to the camp. Marginal Note: Do you want to know who you are? Don t ask. Act! Action will delineate and define you. Thank you to Tom & Mary Pat Brooke for inviting Camp Courageous to give a program to the West Liberty Rotary. Tom and Mary Pat have been involved with Camp since 1981, when he was among a group of Petroleum Marketers who discovered the camp as a project. This super group are great camp supporters! Naming Opportunity Over 90% of the Camp Courageous staff live at the camp. This is a real advantage when assistance is needed at any hour of any day...particularly with emergency respite care. It is the camp's goal to have naming rights to all the homes at camp, so instead of referring to a home as the Travel Director's Home it will be called the John Smith Home, named after the donor. Each home's naming right will be $100,000 and a beautiful engraved stone sign will be at the entrance to the home. The first home will be the Travel Director's Home (above). This beautiful brick home along the camp road is currently the home for the camp's Travel Director, Rolando Morales and his family. At one time this was a school house...lots of history in a beautiful home. Contact Charlie Becker for more information on having this home acknowledged as yours or in memory or in honor of a loved one. 27

28 Camp would like to thank Zeta Heckmann of Ft. Atkinson who filled-up the trailer and car with exercise equipment and other camp needs. Zeta grew-up on a farm North of Postville. She headed to Cedar Rapids to work for the city in the construction area and for many years she worked for the Cedar Rapids Gazette in the area of display ads. She was also a barber and used to cut Tait and Charlie Cummins hair! A fascinating lady, she had many wonderful stories, including some good tips on good health. She loves to run and walk. Detoured a couple blocks and visited the Fort at Ft. Atkinson. very interesting I would recommend seeing it when in the area. Sheriff Larry Richtsmeier and Hannah Ubben show nearly 100 wood trucks Larry made for Lions Visually Impaired Campers. Larry and, before him, his father had been making wooden toys for visually impaired campers at Camp Courageous for decades. The labor-of-love has brought joy to many. Larry also made items for the Gala. A wonderful group from Our Savior Lutheran Church of Cedar Rapids recently took a tour of Camp Courageous. Many had not been to the camp before and were amazed what a modern facility the campers have to enjoy. Everyone is welcome to stop anytime for tour of the camp or call to schedule a tour for you or your group. A big thank you to the Cedar Rapids Lodge No. 251 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks for their wonderful donation to Camp Courageous! (L-R) Becky Karr, Exhalted Ruler; Dennis Akens, Leading Knight, and Dale Brodt, Trustee. Had a wonderful evening visiting with many camp friends like, Jean Imoehl (recent winner of the Nine Who Care Award). One of the most loyal and consistent volunteers Camp Courageous has are those that cook sausage for the camp s omelet and pancake breakfasts. We can not thank this group enough for all their hard and somewhat greasy work year after year for decades. It is much appreciated! Those include, but not limited to, Terry & Vicki Fisher, Terry & Jan Frasher, Jeb & Jill Supple, Tim & Patty Gehl, Mark & Cathy Knuth, Dave & Judy Kleitsch, Tom & Nancy Hosch, Mike & Julie Kuhn, Rog Gehl, Pat & Peggy Kearney, Mark & Karen Weber, Ed & Darice Recker, Aaron & Trish Cook (and Family), Joyce Donovan, and Steve & Jan Supple! 28 Had a wonderful visit with former camp volunteer, Andy Schroeder of Bellevue, along with his mother, Peggy. The Schroeders used to have a caboose, so it was fun to compare notes on transporting one and other unique aspects of owning a caboose. Andy has cancer, so the visit was extra special. Big thanks to David Novak for coming to work as a Volunteer Counselor during a respite care weekend. David lives in Monticello and has been coming out to the pool for quite a while to prepare for the Marine Corps. After becoming familiar with camp through the pool, he thought he would like to volunteer. David did a great job and had a great weekend with camper David Countryman, from Tipton. This great group of energetic folks came to help out from Vivint in Cedar Rapids. They helped out with a variety of projects from planting trees, to washing buses, to ballasting train tracks. Members of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Anamosa delivered a wonderful amount of much needed items followed by a tour of Camp Courageous. The donated items were gathered by the Youth Group. CAMP NEED: SHREDDER After 10 Years, Camp Needs a New Shredder 10 years ago, camp purchased a heavy duty, continuous-use shredder. After shredding 10 s of thousands of confidential papers, it has finally shredded it's last. Due to HIPPA rules regarding camper records, confidential information is shredded before disposing. In addition, sensitive financial information from our generous donors is also shredded to prevent any fraudulent use if disposed of in a more conventional way. It is important and necessary to use a cross cut paper shredder so shredded material may not be reassembled. Camp also likes to go green whenever possible, so all shredded paper is bagged and used as bedding for the animals. To accommodate the volume of shredding done at camp, we would like to purchase a model similar to the one purchased ten years ago that has the capability of quickly shredding several pieces of paper at one time. After thorough research, a replacement would cost approximately $2,500. Please consider a donation to help fund the purchase of a new shredder. October Camp Courageous -

29 Pastor John Lee was awarded the Tall Pine Award for his volunteer work over the past 20 years at camp. He gave the presentation below to the Camp Courageous Board. In the summer of 1993 an inexperienced pastor took 6 high school youth on a mission trip. Without a clue about what was expected or what to do. Thank God we found support in Berta, the volunteer coordinator at Camp Courageous of Iowa. The first project was a totem pole which still stands marking the crow camp ground. The original teepee has long been gone, but the totem pole reminds me of the many wonderful projects and people which I have been blessed to encounter over these past 20 years. In the past 20 years I have brought at least 17 groups totaling over 300 youth and adults to tackle the projects offered to us. Often it felt like a mission impossible, with that mysterious voice saying, here is your mission if you choose to accept it. Most years the project was revealed after we arrived. Like the time we showed up and were asked to build a shed to put donations in, but had only a line drawing with no dimensions or blue prints. With the help of Camp Courageous staff, and the lumber yard guys, we got'er done. Many of our projects have been demanding on both youth and adults. Projects like hauling cement to the Burma Bridge by wheel barrel for the sidewalk and the landing, building the stairway at the rock climbing wall, digging post for signs and railings, clearing trees, painting, building the stairs on Chicago trail, twice (The first time bucket brigading the cement down over the hill to the stairs, and then years later when they slid off the side of the cliff we carried railroad ties to construct the new stairway on the other side of the point). The projects have been as varied as the people I have brought to experience this wonderful place. I have been welcomed by staff and supported and affirmed by everyone. I have been trusted to do the job and given access to the tools needed to accomplish the job. I have been given the freedom to conduct our morning and evening devotions and have even been joined at times by camp staff. I have watched this camp grow and have been amazed at the excellence of staff and their care for the campers. Camp Courageous is a part of my life. The unfortunate event on the evening of Monday, July 22nd, brought home to me how connected I am to Camp Courageous. It hit me that Jacob was like one of my kids out there lost, and Your Staff were and are my brothers and sisters whom I saw worried, concerned and committed to find that lost sheep. I was willing and present to do anything and everything I could to help my Camp Courageous family and my youth and adults were right there with me. I want to thank the Camp Courageous board for the honor, and privilege of being just a small part of the Camp Courageous experience. I want to Thank Charlie and all the staff for their welcome, support and friendship. I know the camp has no religious ties, but I want to close with saying that I see what the kingdom of God is like where everyone has a place at the table and has equal value here at Camp Courageous. Thank You again, I hope to see you next year! Pastor John Wesley Lee Gloria Ford has been volunteering at camp since the very beginning. So, it was only fitting that when her great-granddaughter Coral Deal, from Early, IA came to visit for a week, Gloria brought her to camp to volunteer. They worked on a mailing while at camp and folded and placed T-shirts in the camp store. Gloria also took Coral for a tour of camp. We hope this pleasant young lady can visit with Great-Grandma again soon! For at least the last 10 years, Beverly Claypool has been coming up to camp each summer from Excelsior Springs, MO for a weekend of volunteer work. Originally Bev came as part of a church group, but for the last several years she has been putting together a group of friends on her own to come do pretty much anything camp has asked of them. They have cut, split, and hauled firewood, painted, power washed buildings, cleaned the roof on the nature center, and more. No matter what we ask of her, Bev always has a can-do attitude. She has become an outstanding supporter and advocate for camp. For all of her support and hard work over the years, Bev was presented with the Tall Pine Award during her most recent visit to camp. Thank you to the Iowa Lions International for giving Camp Courageous the opportunity to give a program to 24 international students from 17 countries. Camp Courageous is fortunate to have had many international staff over the years. How can I help? A big thank you to Marge Ziskovsky and her late husband, A.J. of Toledo who donated their beautiful RV to Camp Courageous. Marge also gave the camp two portable bikes. I have been very fortunate to have known the Ziskovskys for 40+ years. A.J. & Marge had many wonderful memories in the RV and Marge felt A.J would feel good it went to Camp Courageous. It was great to have the youth from Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church in Steven s Point, WI here for a week this summer. The group worked very hard each day working with the maintenance department and in the evenings, helped out with camper activities. Thank you all for your hard work and we hope to see you back! Camp was fortunate to host a Build America team this summer. Build America is part of Push America, the national philanthropy arm of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity. The team is made up of Pi Kappa Phi members from across the country who dedicate several weeks during the summer to assisting organizations that serve people with disabilities. The Build America team helped with a couple of different building projects around camp, as well as the railroad extension, but the highlight for the week for the group was their interactions with the campers during Visual Impairment week. Volunteer Your Time - Nothing is more valuable and appreciated than your time. Help is needed from cutting grass to working with campers. Individuals, groups, and organizations are welcome. Please contact Shannon Poe, Volunteer Director, by at spoe@campcourageous.org or by phone at (319) , ext for information on how you or your group can volunteer at the camp Marginal Note: What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make. 29

30 Camp Courageous Needs List October 2013 The most recent version of All items are needed. Items in bold text are commonly needed. Items in red are urgently needed soon. ALWAYS NEEDED: DIETARY Any proteins, such as Chicken/Turkey (boneless, breaded, sections, whole), Beef (ground, patties, roasts), Canned Tuna, frozen fish fillets, Ham/Pork Live hog or steer for butchering Food items of all kinds Fresh Fruits and Vegetables (all kinds) Dairy: Shelf stable milk, powdered milk, cheese, butter/margarine Juice: Shelf stable, refrigerated, frozen concentrate, small bottles Mixes: Baking, cake, cookie, dessert, pancake, pudding, gelatin, frosting Gift cards: Fareway, Hy-Vee, Walmart, Family Foods, Sam s Club Gluten-free items: Pasta, mac n cheese, bread, buns, bagels, desserts Sugar-free items: Juices, pudding, cake mixes, dessert mixes, cookies Vegetarian/vegan items: MorningStar Farms/BOCA Products Ziploc Freezer Bags (gallon, quart, sandwich), re-usable freezer-safe containers Canned goods (all kinds) 55 gallon heavy-duty trash bags Styrofoam cups (12oz-16oz) Hot Chocolate Powder Mix Flexible straws Metal silverware Dish soap Permanent markers Masking tape Dairy-free items Hershey Chocolate Bars Ice cream buckets w/lids PHARMACY 8-1/2 x 11 card stock paper ( #) for camper med cards Miralax/Mild of Magnesia 1 Blue Masking Tape Eye Lubricant Biofreeze Ketodiastix Glucagon (diabetic emergency) Biscodyl Suppositories Small Zip-Lock bags for meds (2x3,3x4) Glucose Tabs or Gel Black Sharpies Immodium Benadryl (oral/topical) Swimmers Ears Antacid liquid Chloroseptic Spray Anti-fungal Agents Tylenol (325 mg) AfterBite Treatment Ibuprofen (200 mg) Vicks/Vaseline Perineal Creams Oragel Tussin/Cough meds Zinc Oxide A&D Ointment Midol/PMS relief PROGRAM 9V, AA, AAA, C, and D Batteries Bean Bag Chairs Hand-crank ice cream maker Disinfectant wipes to clean helmets Small rhythm instruments Water jugs - 3 and 5 gallon Parachutes/utility cord Holiday gifts for youth, teens, adults Bubble Machine Belts Inner tubes Iowa Flag Archery Targets and Target Stands Bright colored arrows Rubbermaid lawn chairs for pool New bicycle helmets (XS-XXL sizes) Colored duct tape (all colors) Campbell soup UPC codes (from label) Life Jackets (all sizes) Bouncy balls - large with handle Dry bags for canoeing (large size, need 2 doz.) Dress-up clothes/costumes Glass overlay tile depth markers for pool ($12 ea., $840 total) Spa Treatments (lipstick, nail polish, hair ties, polish remover, lotions, perfumes) XL or larger sweatpants and underwear Heavy duty waterproofed canvas tarps MP3 Player/iPod Tee for T-ball Balloons Koosh balls Box Fans Lava lamps Cow Bells Puppets Disco balls Headlamps Snowshoes Rubber kick balls Pom Poms Beeper Balls Pool toys/floats New basketballs Air Cube Goggles Air Swimmers Ball pump Distilled water Nasal decongestant MEDICAL SUPPLIES CAMPER CARE Sunscreen - SPF 30 or greater Wet Wipes Periwash Tooth Paste Deodorant 3-4 Ace wraps Eye lubricant Gallon & Quart-sized Zip-Lock bags Paper towels, plates, cups, napkins, & toilet paper; Letter-sized paper (8.5 x 11 ), gift cards, batteries (all sizes) Body wash (sm bottles) Ear plugs(wax/silicon) Instant ice packs Coban-assorted NATURE CENTER Horseback Riding Helmets (M,L,XL) Hay for horses Ferret Food Tetra replacement carbon filters for EX20, EX30, EX45 units Parakeet food Gift Cards for Petco/other pet stores Bronco Equine Fly Spray Guinea Pig feed Horse Grain-mature Large Gloves- vinyl Medicated Body Powder G-Tube Insertion Sets Ziplock bags-gallon & quart sizes AED Pads and Batteries Band Aids X-large, knuckle, latex-free Pudding, Applesauce (individual packs) oz. bottled water 15 oz. size hand sanitizer Cans of 7-Up Soda Penlights KITCHEN UPDATE - After nearly four decades of use, Camp Courageous is replacing its walkin freezer and cooler area and replacing other equipment in the kitchen area that are decades old. The revitalization will be a $100,000 project. A plaque will be displayed in the lodge listing all those who have given $1,000 or more to this project. Mail with your donation to: Camp Courageous Pool Project, PO Box 418, Monticello, IA or on the camp s web site at org to make your contribution. TRAVEL PROGRAM G, PG, PG-13 Movies on DVD (7) Fishing vest-style life jackets (5) Air Mattresses (Singles) Travel board/card games 2013 Atlas Dramamine $25, $50, $100 Gift Cards ARTS AND CRAFTS New White 100% Cotton T-shirts (All Youth & Adult sizes, esp. 2X, 3X, & 4X) Tempera Paint (all colors, powder & liquid) Sm. Hot Glue Sticks Modge podge Leather Poster Board Plastic Cups Finger paint Colored sand Paper punches Cornstarch Tissue Paper Crepe paper Watercolor paints Food coloring Googly Eyes Feathers Sculpey Clay Charcoal (for drawing) Glue - All Types Paper Plates Glue Dots Model Magic Clay Tacky Glue Baby food jars School Glue (white) Left-Handed Scissors Toaster Oven Scissors Sharpener Elmer s Glue-All OFFICE Paper-white or bright colored Letter, Legal, or Ledger sizes Laser Printer Cartridges for HP 2300, 4350, 3005X 46, 33, 20, 1, & Forever Stamps Adding Machine Rolls 2 1/4 Gift cards to office supply stores Compressed air canisters Markers - Sharpie fine point DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW media Staples Labels Avery #5160 Easels HOUSEKEEPING Antibacterial Liquid Soap (1 gal. jugs) Trash bags - 33 gallon size Toilet Paper and Paper Towels (5) toilet plungers (bellows style) Brown single-fold paper towels Tall kitchen style trash bags White shower curtains (2) 35 qt. mop bucket & wringer combo Easy Paks water soluble drop-in toilet cleaner Drain opener Toilet cleaner Bath towels Disinfectant wipes Washcloths Liquid laundry soap the needs list can be found at H MAjOR NeeDS H $100,000 - Blacktop overcoat of camp parking lots and roads $85,000 - Walk-in Freezer & Cooler $40,000 - Curb & gutter for parking lot and roadways $4,500 - (2) Automatic door openers $1,300 - imac Computers (need 5) OUTDOOR LIVING Pots & pans with lids - large Can Openers Cooking Equipment Tonka toaster/pie irons Potato peelers Bowls Landsat Compasses/Orienteering Compasses Spoons,Forks-large Pot holders-large Backpacks Tongs Spatulas Campfire griddles Large Knives TRAIN Any railroad memorabilia including pictures, signs, lights Metal lathe MAINTENANCE Softener Salt Black Dirt GE 4-Bulb T8 Ballasts Electrical Tape (all colors) 4 grinder flapper wheels 80 grit Irwin spade bit set 3/8 thru 1-1/ TPI Sawz all blades Rubermaid carts model #FG564000BLA CST/Berger Rotary Laser Level-LM800GR Pkg Post Hole Shovels DeWalt 18V Sawzall PVC Glue Armoral wipes Shower heads Paint Thinner White receptacles Electric power washer DeWalt 18V batteries Round-Up Concentrate Brake cleaner Carb cleaner WD-40 9V Batteries Plug-in CO2 detectors 35 qt dehumidifiers Snow shovels Bar and Chain oil Plate compactor 4 fiberglass stepladder 12 DeWalt miter saw Behr Natural #300 Wood Sealer BRK smoke detectors #9120B torque sticks for lug nuts A step back in time... nearly 4 decades ago... YOUR NAME: DAYTIME PHONE #: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE ZIP CODE WORDING ON PLAQUE: 30 October Camp Courageous -

31 Courier Sponsorship Thank you to these sponsors for helping to cover the cost of producing this publication: The goal of Camp Courageous is to have 100% of donations go to benefit the individuals with special needs that are served each year. To help make this possible, we would appreciate your consideration to sponsor the Courier. As many as 25,000 Couriers are printed each quarter (January, April, July and October) and are sent to all of camp s supporters. The cost to produce and mail each issue is over $10,000, not including postage. By choosing an option below, you ll help meet the goal of underwriting the entire cost of the Courier. (319) a tradition of excellence TOM KELEHER 321 South Main St. Monticello, Iowa Office Cell keleherjewelry@qwestoffice.net TYPE Per Issue Per Year (4 issues) FULL PAGE (10-1/8 x 7-3/8 ) Color $2,000 $6,400 Black/White $1,500 $4,800 HALF PAGE (5 x 7-3/8 ) Color $1,000 $3,200 Black/White $750 $2,400 QUARTER PAGE (5 x 3-5/8 ) Color $500 $1,600 Black/White $375 $1,200 ONE-EIGHTH PAGE (2-7/16 x 3-5/8 ) Color $250 $600 Black/White $1,500 $4,800 NAME LISTING OR LOGO (3/4 x 2.25 ) Color or B/W $125 $400 Please contact Dennis Bayne at , ext or send to dennis@campcourageous.org for info on how you can help. Thank You to Joe Corpstein & Mailing Services Inc. in Cedar Rapids. They are a full-service automated mailing facility that performs the labeling, sorting, and mailing of this newsletter. Their wonderful staff saves the camp hundreds of dollars in time, materials, and postage! Call them at or visit them online at th Ave, Scotch Grove, IA Supplying Seed to the Sower Since 1920 Face Lift For Camp Courageous... Over the decades one has often heard said, if we can't take care of our facilities, how can people think we can take care of their loved ones. This Fall Camp is putting in new curb and gutter and putting a 2 overlay on the existing drives and parking areas. The Camp's Entrance Gate was about 20' wide originally, which made it a challenge for camp buses, with canoe trailers on back, semis, etc. to make the turn. The entrance pillars were hit more than once. Thus we widened that area to the standard 50' entrance. The beautiful stone entrance will continue to be in memory of Gary Pasker, a neighbor, who died in a vehicle accident in Thank you to Kathy Harms for this wonderful picture of campers having a great time in the "Kids Zone" at the Great Jones County Fair. How can I help? United Way Donor Option JUST WRITE US IN! If your employer takes part in a workplace giving campaign, such as United Way, you can designate your donation to Camp Courageous. All you have to do is: 1. Specify the designation amount 2. Provide the organization name and address, which is: Camp Courageous, PO Box 418, Monticello IA Submit the designation information at the time of the pledge. Thank you for your support! Marginal Note: What s meant to be will always find a way. 31

32 Upcoming events for Camp Courageous Sept 29 - Pancake Breakfast & Open House- Camp, 7 AM-1 PM Oct 13 - Square Dance Benefit - Camp, 1:30 PM-4 PM Nov 9 - Wheelin and Walkin - Westdale, 8:30 AM Nov 16 - Guns & Hoses Hockey Benefit - Coral Ridge Mall 6:30 PM Nov 27 - Cent-A-Gallon Day - Participating PMCI Gas Stations Nov 30 - Jim McDonough Concert - Cedar Rapids, 2:30 PM Dec 1 - Jim McDonough Concert - Davenport, 2:30 PM Dec 8 - Jim McDonough Concert - Des Moines, 2:30 PM Dec 14 - Jim McDonough Concert - Dubuque, 2:30 & 7:30 PM Dec 15 - Jim McDonough Concert - Cedar Falls, 2:30 PM More information online at or Sundays at 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM on WMT 600 AM Camp Courageous PO Box th St Monticello IA We apologize if your newsletter was incorrectly addressed, or if you are receiving more than one copy. Please note the correction beside the address label and mail the corrected label to the above address. Thank you. CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED My name was misspelled. My address was wrong. I received more than one. (please enclose label[s]) NONPROFIT ORG. US POSTAGE PAID CEDAR RAPIDS IA PERMIT #174 (L-R) Camper Isaac Reusch of Sabula and counselor Robbie Meek of Lombard, IL are pictured with Isaac s Caving Award that he earned during his week-long stay at Camp Courageous this summer. Donation Form Please use this gift for: General Fund Camp Foundation (Perpetual Fund) Building Fund Pool Block ($1,000) Pool HVAC Project ($1,000) Your gift to Camp Courageous: AMOUNT: $ CARD NUMBER: Courier Newsletter Sponsor ($125) Campership Fund Full campership is $ which covers the camper s fee & may cover other camper expenses Train Depot Plaque ($1,000) Lake Todd Project ($1,000) Camper T-shirts Sponsor($1,000) Check VISA MasterCard Discover (make checks payable to Camp Courageous) Credit Card information: How can I help? Camp Courageous continues to operate on donations, without government assistance, without formal sponsorship, and without paid fund-raisers. What this means is that everything that is given to the Camp, goes directly to benefit the campers. One of the reasons the Camp has grown from serving 211 campers in 1974 to over 6,500 campers today, is the incredible dedication of volunteers. Volunteer help is needed in virtually every aspect of the camp. Please consider volunteering your time and talents to Camp Courageous. Where can I get more info? Please visit the camp s web site by going to call the camp at , or stop out for a tour to see first-hand how the camp has grown over the past many years. Camp Courageous continues to run on donations. Use this form to make a contribution. Camp Courageous is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Use enclosed envelope or mail this form to: Camp Courageous, PO Box 418, Monticello IA Your name and address (billing address if using credit card): NAME (or name on credit card): ADDRESS (or billing address of credit card): CITY: STATE ZIP CODE DAY PHONE #: This gift is: Send an acknowledgement about your gift to: NAME(S): ADDRESS: Camp Courageous, 2013 (Your personal information will only be used by Camp Courageous and will never be sold or provided to a third party.) In memory of: In honor of: To celebrate: Where is Camp Courageous located? The camp is located five miles south of Monticello, Iowa off Highway 38 or 151. The camp lies on 200 acres of wooded land surrounded by thousands of acres of state primitive land and the Maquoketa River. Use US Highway 151 (exit 65), turn south on Hwy 38, then east on 190th Street (all hard-surfaced roads). WATERLOO MANCHESTER DELEWARE CEDAR RAPIDS IOWA CITY COGGON SOLON DELHI Monticello ANAMOSA MT VERNON AMBER DYERSVILLE STANWOOD TIPTON DUBUQUE CASCADE Camp Courageous DAVENPORT Scan this QuickCode to jump to camp s online donation page that uses PayPal s non-profit secure system: MAQUOKETA WISCONSIN ILLINOIS DE WITT IOWA SABULA CLINTON ILLINOIS MOLINE ROCK ISLAND EXPIRATION DATE (MM/YY): 3-DIGIT AVS # (BACK OF CARD): ADDRESS SIGNATURE: CITY: STATE ZIP CODE Other ways to help or get information about Camp Courageous: I would like to be part of your monthly pledge program (renewed every January 1st). Please send more information. My employer,, will match this gift (please enclose matching gift form from employer). Please send information on including Camp Courageous in my will/estate. I am interested in volunteering opportunities. Please have someone contact me. I am interested in having a presentation given to my group or organization about Camp Courageous. 32 Please send me more info about: Camp Foundation Courier Sponsorship Camper Registration Camp Rental Employment Internships In general, donations to the camp will be tax deductible to many. However, you will need to contact October your tax advisor 2013 to - Camp determine Courageous the deductibility - of your contributions.