Tony Loncarich, age 89, died October 6, 2010. Tony was a WWII vet of the Air Force 390th Bomb Squad. He is survived by his wife , Joan Shelford Loncarich. He retired from John Deere after thirty years as a welder and painter. He attended St. Peter’s Catholic church in Lovilia. He enjoyed doing body, fender, and painting on cars and was a woodworker too. Our prayers go to the family and friends.
Ethan Matthew Davisson, age 6 months, died on October 8, 2010. His mother is Ashley Nupp Davisson. He had three brothers: Jace, Levi, and twin brother Aden. His grandmother is Pam(Gary)Spaur of Lovilia and grandfather Joe Nupp of Albia. Our prayers go to the family and friends.
Crop Walk was October 10th
Walkers were from the Bussey, Hamilton, and Lovilia United Methodist churches and St. Peter’s Catholic church of Lovilia. Walkers collected donations and then walked from Hamilton to Bussey in support of eliminating world hunger. Total monies collected for the cause was $528.05. There were 17 walkers in all. Bussey church graciously offered refreshments to all the walkers . The walkers and planners wanted to thank all those who donated generously to help others. We welcome more to join the walk next year. It was fun chatting and getting our exercise while helping someone too.
Oct. 7 United Methodist Church of Lovilia Women Held a Fellowship Luncheon
Women met at the Lovilia Community Building for a luncheon at noon and a humorous speaker, Judy Richmond, gave her talk in the style of Minnie Pearl. Everyone had some healthy giggles and belly laughs.
50th wedding anniversay
Margaret Crumley and her husband Ray Vittetoe celebrated their 50th anniversary October 8th. Congratulations to you! They reside now in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Birthdays
Lucille Flahive turned 83 on October 18. She currently lives in DesMoines with her daughter.
Ruth Beary turned 88 on October 19. She lives with her twin daughters in Ottumwa.
Knights of Columbus will be collecting at St. Peter’s Church Oct. 23rd
Knights will be selling tootsie rolls for the annual collection for the mentally and physically challenged. They are also collecting donations for a package to be sent to our oversees troops. They are accepting snacks and personal hygiene items that make you feel better after a day in the heat and sand.
Trick or Treat Night in Lovilia is October 30th, Saturday 6-8 p.m.
Be ready for those little princesses and ghosts to knock at your door. If you want to treat them it helps to turn on your porch light. If you do not treat than leave the porch light off and they will pass you by.
Vote November 2nd, Tuesday at Lovilia Community Building
It is a privilege to vote in a democracy. Remember to do so that day or if you prefer send in an absentee ballot or vote in person at the courthouse in Albia at the auditor’s office in the days before that.
Recyle in Lovilia the Second Saturday of each month
Remember to save your recyclables and bring them to the trailer across from the post office between 8am and 10am. Rain or shine. It is a free service. Every little bit helps. Recycle one glass bottle and that saves enough energy to light a 100 watt lightbulb for 4 hours.