Betty Koehler
Betty Koehler
Betty Koehler
Betty Koehler

Betty J. Koehler, age 86, of New Hampton, died Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at New Hampton Nursing and Rehab. Betty Jane Koehler was born on May 14, 1925 to Hans and Anna (Beyer) Jacobson in Jesup, IA. She attended school in Jesup and Littleton, IA. Betty was united in marriage to Eugene Smith on April 14, 1941 in Jesup. She was employed at Peoples Memorial Nursing Home in Independence as a nurse’s aide for several years. Betty’s husband, Eugene passed away on April 29, 1975. On November 26, 1977, Betty was united in marriage to Stanley Koehler in the Little Brown Church at Nashua, IA. Following their marriage, the couple made their home in New Hampton where Betty was employed as a clerk at Casey’s for several years before retiring in 1981. Betty enjoyed fishing, playing cards and baking wedding cakes. She thoroughly enjoyed her granddaughters and great-grandchildren. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in New Hampton. Betty is survived by her husband, Stanley of New Hampton; her son, Eugene (Carol) Smith of Littleton; her step-daughters, Sara Koehler of Vinton, IA and Irene Schoeberl of Cedar Rapids, IA; her grandchildren, Cindy Smith of Jesup, IA and Janette Smith of Waterloo, IA; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Eugene Smith and her brothers, Willis and Cecil Jacobson.
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Burial will be held at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Littleton, IA following the service.
Memorials may be directed to Betty's family.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00pm, Friday, March 2, 2012 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton and will continue at the church one hour prior to the service on Saturday.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30am, Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in New Hampton with Pastor Glen Smith officiating.
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Betty Koehler, age 85, of New Hampton, died Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at New Hampton Nursing and Rehab. Arrangements are with Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton. 641-394-4331
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Betty Koehler, age 86, of New Hampton, died Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at New Hampton Nursing and Rehab. Arrangements are with Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton. 641-394-4331
Janette and family,
I am so so very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
God Bless all f you. Cndy Woody Janette’s o-worker)
Gene and Carol and family, My deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. When I was a child, my parents, George and Ruth Davis, lived in Johnsonville and we spent a lot of time in Littleton. I remember visiting Betty with my mom a few times at her home and also at Anna’s. She was always so nice. I pray God eases the pain of your loss. God bless you all.
My memories of Aunt Betty will always be the birthday cakes she made us when we were little. I also remember how she loved to paint and the murial she had in Livingroom in the old house in Littleton. WOW how everything seems to change as we get older and our lives go separate directions. Now she is at peace with her brothers and Mom & Dad. Hey Aunt Betty tell Mom & Dad that I miss them alot. I’m glad to see your going home for your final resting place. Rest in Peace. My deepest sympathy goes to Pat and your family. diann
To the family and friends of Betty Koehler: I am truly sorry for your loss. Our loving creator has provided hope and comfort to help us through such difficult times. Isiah 33:24 promises a time when “no resident will say “I am sick”…..John 5: 28,29 promises a resurrection…. Rev. 21:4 promises a time when there will be no pain, outcry or even death……The time will soon come when these scriptures will be fulfilled. In the meantime hold on to the memories of your loved one and prepare yourselves that you may be there to greet her when the time comes.
Stan and family, Betty was a wonderful woman! The baked goodies she always gave us were so delicious. She snuck them to us even if it was right before we had to go home for dinner. Her bright smile lit the room. May the joyful memories help carry you through this difficult time. Sending loving thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences, Roberta and family