Doris Broich

04/30/1935 –

03/30/2017

Bernard T. Meiners, 95 of Coon Rapids, died Monday, September 1, 2025 at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids surrounded by his family.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 5, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Dedham. The Celebrant will be Fr. Patrick Behm, assisted by Deacon Louis Meiners. Music will be by Jane Heithoff and the St. Joseph’s Choir. Lector for the Funeral Mass will be Jill Klein. Gift Bearers will be Talina Haskins, Caitlin ThongVahn, and Amanda Meiners. Casket Bearers will be Brian Meiners, Ben Meiners, Aaron Meiners, Lucas Meiners, Jason Nees, Mike Nees, Ryan Schultes, Tyler Schultes, Jordan Schultes, Justin Meiners, and Trenton Meiners. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Dedham with military honors conducted by the Dedham American Legion.

A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll with a rosary at 7 p.m. The casket will be moved to St. Joseph’s Church on Friday morning where additional visitation will be from 9:30-10:15 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left at the funeral home or the church for a later designation.

Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll and online condolences may be left for Bernard’s family at www.sharpfuneral.com.

Doris Broich, 81 of Carroll, died Thursday evening, March 30, 2017 at St. Anthony Nursing Home in Carroll.

Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 3, 2017 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Carroll. The Celebrant will be Fr. Timothy Johnson. Music will be by Marcy Anderson and Michele Phillips. Mass servers will be Zak Hulsing and Austin Hulsing. Lector for the funeral mass will be Brandon Broich. Gift Bearers will be: Abby Olberding, Erin Olberding, and Ethan Olberding. Eucharistic Minister will be Peg Scheidt. Honorary Casket Bearers will be: Allison Olberding, Kelly Lawson, Beth Collins, Samantha Kirk, Elaina Broich, Emily Broich, Hayley Broich, and Natalie Broich. Casket Bearers will be: Ben Broich, Brandon Broich, Dave Olberding, Alex Olberding, Chris Broich, Matt Olberding, Jacob Broich and Joe Broich. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Carroll.

Friends may call at the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll after 3 p.m. on Sunday where there will be a rosary at 3:30 p.m. followed by a Christian Wake Service at 5 p.m.

The casket will be moved to Holy Spirit Church on Monday morning where visitation will resume at 9:30 a.m. and will continue until time of the funeral mass.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll and online condolences may be left for Doris’ family at www.sharpfuneral.com.

Born on April 30, 1935 at Spirit Lake, Iowa, Doris was the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth (Eilers) Goecke. She attended St. Francis School in Maple River and later graduated in 1953 from Carroll High School. On June 25, 1955, Doris was united in marriage to Jerome Broich at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Carroll with Fr. Arthur Poeckes officiating. The couple made their home in Carroll for a brief time before moving to Roselle. While in Roselle, Jerry and Doris owned and operated Broich Grocery Store, and also worked at Cal-Car Farm Service from 1974-1996. In 1996, they moved back to the Carroll community where Doris was employed in the dietary department at St. Anthony Hospital in Carroll.

Doris enjoyed reading, her card clubs, and trips to the casino. She loved hosting family gatherings and cooking for her family. Doris was a former member of Holy Angels Church in Roselle and was currently a member of Holy Spirit Church in Carroll.

Survivors include her children: Deb (David) Gostele of Ames, Rick (Lucy) Broich of Roselle, Doug (Barb) Broich of Coon Rapids, Ron (Eileen) Broich of Albuquerque, NM, and Joe (Sharon) Broich of Burnsville, MN; 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Gute of Eugene, OR; one brother, Floyd (Janie) Goecke of Omaha; her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Norma Goecke of Carroll, Robert Broich of Carroll, Clayton (Bernita) Broich of Carroll, Delores (Vern) Langel of Omaha, Marilyn Snyder of Breda, Joleen (Ron) Klocke of Carroll, John (Mary Jo) Broich of Carroll, Laurel Jean (Denis) Heithoff of Carroll and Yvonne Broich of Carroll; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other extended relatives.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Jerome in 2012; her sister, Bonnie Lynam; her brothers: Jerry Goecke and Melvin Goecke; and a brother in infancy.

Church Service

Friday, September 5, 2025 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
420 3rd Ave, Dedham, IA 51440

Burial

Sharp Funeral Home ~ Carroll, Iowa

226 W. 8th St., Carroll, IA, 51401

712-792-4301

[email protected]

https://www.sharpfuneral.com

Church Service

Thursday, September 4, 2025
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Rosary at 7:00 p.m.
Sharp Funeral Home – Carroll
226 W. 8th St, Carroll, IA 50401

Friday, September 5, 2025
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
420 3rd Ave, Dedham, IA 51440

Obituary

Born March 31, 1930, he was the son of Bernard and Catherine (Rotert) Meiners. He grew up in the Dedham-Willey area and graduated from St. Mary’s School in Willey in 1943. He entered the U.S. Army July 8, 1953 and was stationed at Wurzburg, Germany. He was discharged on May 20, 1955.

Bernard married Dolores S. Halbur on January 24, 1956 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Halbur. After being married Bernard and Dolores lived 3 miles north of Dedham for two years. In 1958, they moved to the farm they purchased four miles east of Dedham. They were the parents of six children: Daniel, Dale, David, Cathleen, Christine, and Gary. Dolores passed away January 21, 1978.

On August 9, 1980, Bernard married Marita Eickman at Annunciation Catholic Church in Coon Rapids. In May 2011, Bernard and Marita moved off the farm into the town of Coon Rapids, Iowa. They made their home there for 14 years. In April 2025, they moved to Parkview Assisted Living in Coon Rapids, Iowa.

During Bernard’s lifetime, he farmed, had a dairy operation, had a cow/calf operation, and raised hogs. He retired in 1992. He is a current member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Dedham, a member of the Dedham American Legion Post #20, and a member of the Manning VFW. In July 2001 Bernard, being a Korean Veteran, had the privilege to go on the Military Honor Flight to Washington DC. Just recently he was presented with a Quilt of Valor at Thomas Rest Haven, and at the age of 95 he still enjoyed attending the Legion meetings.

Bernard loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Holiday gatherings were a treat for him to get to see most of them at one time. In his spare time Bernard enjoyed gathering black walnuts in the fall and kept busy shelling the walnuts during the winter. Family and friends benefited from the fruits of his labor.

Bernard is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marita Meiners; his children, Dale (Mary) Meiners of Carroll, David (Jane) Meiners of Varna, IL, Cathleen (Larry) Nees of Coon Rapids, Christine (Mark) Schultes of Dedham, and Gary (Barb) Meiners of Manson; 19 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren with 2 more coming in October; a brother Anthony (Colleen) Meiners of Carroll; 2 sisters, Catherine Wittrock of Carroll and Marcella Naberhaus of Carroll; his sisters-in-laws, Margaret (Tom) Denker of Manning, and Pat (Joe) Goblirsch of Jesup. He is also survived by Marita’s children, Richard (Sandy) Eickman of Omaha, NE, James (Joni) Eickman of Dyer, TN, Dave (Joan) Eickman of Macungie, PA, Randy (Rose) Eickman of Coon Rapids, Nancy Eickman and Jim Springer of Warren, NJ, and Karen Heck of Delano, MN, and many nieces and nephews.

Bernard was preceded in death by his first wife Dolores S. Meiners; a son Daniel J. Meiners; Marita’s son Bill Eickman; his parents Bernard and Catherine Meiners; his brothers John (Margaret) Meiners, Albert (Frances) Meiners; his brothers-in-law Clarence Wittrock, Norbert Naberhaus, Cletus (Emaline) Halbur, Norman (Inez) Halbur, Larry (JoAnn) Halbur; his brother-in-law, William (Marie) Halbur; Dolores’ parents, William and Frances Halbur, and stepmother-in-law, Josephine Halbur.

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Tribute Wall

We all loved Aunt Doris and have so many happy memories visiting all of the cousins and family growing up. Iowa has always been like a second home while traveling with my family while my parents were in the Air Force. We would go visit the farms and family for our 30 day leave. I will always treasure all of the memories we had with the Broich family and send our sympathy during this difficult time.

Lori Golden – March 31 2017 at 10:10 AM

Two traits that described Doris were Integrity and Compassion. Integrity was a part of Doris’ “fabric”. She just could not tell a lie, and would not just tell what you wanted to hear. She always told the truth, but in a disarming, helpful and mild mannered way. Being compassionate was really Doris’ trademark and it was genuine! Working with Doris at the St. Anthony Hospital Food & Nutrition department, she was so kind and understanding to all ages, from the Nursing Home Residents to our young employees to the point many staff affectionately spoke of her as “Grandma Doris”. I saw Doris as a role model to me and to those she worked with. She reflected St. Anthony’s Franciscan heritage through her courteous service to others. I found her to enrich all of our lives by providing her compassionate care through the kind words, the smile on her face, and the comforting feeling you get when you spoke with her. It’s like you were home! Doris was a selfless person, who was a role model for all of us, her friends and co-workers had nothing but the utmost respect and appreciation for her and we will miss her. Personally, I am a better person for working with her and knowing her. We will keep Doris and her family in our prayers. Matt Loneman

Matt Loneman – March 31 2017 at 11:08 AM

Doris was my second mom when I was growing up. We lived across the street and my little brother and I spent a LOT of time at their house. She let us dress up in her old gowns, make messes, made snacks for us and watched Dark Shadows too! She was very giving and I loved her laugh. Glad that you are now home and able to keep an eye on everyone, Doris! God bless you all. Prayers and hugs.

Gayle Schreck – April 01 2017 at 8:36 AM

Our Deepest Condolence to her family on the lost of a wonderful, Lady. I remember the stories , jokes and laughs she shared through out the years of knowing her. He devotion to her family was spectacular. She will be surely missed by her family and friends and all who knew her. Always a smile or laugh she carried where ever she went. Ruth Dillavou

Ruth Dillavou – April 01 2017 at 1:54 PM

Doug, Barb and family. So very sorry about your mom, Doris.

Kris Pollman – April 03 2017 at 7:17 PM

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Doug, Barb and family. So very sorry about your mom, Doris.

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