Ann Mayr Mitchell

01/10/1965 –

01/31/2024

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.

Ann (Mayr) Mitchell, 59 of Phoenix, Arizona, and formerly of Carroll, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Horizon Assisted Living in Phoenix, Arizona.

A memorial service to celebrate Ann’s life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 1 PM at Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll. Officiating will be Rev. Cindy Johnson. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery in Arcadia.

Following the burial family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and honor the beautiful life Ann lived at the Sharp Center.

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

Ann Geralyn Mayr Mitchell was born on January 10, 1965 in Carroll, Iowa to Leo and Helen Mayr and passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024, at the age of 59. Ann’s presence touched many lives, and her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.

Ann is survived by her loving son, Ryan Mitchell; her three sisters, Margie Bierl (Kevin), Heidi Mayr, and Molly Amundson (Steve), her brother, John Mayr; and her nieces and nephews, Ariel Bierl, Austen Bierl, Kelsey Amundson, Alexa Bierl-Gruen and Hannah Amundson. Ann is preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Helen Mayr and two infant siblings. Ann’s family was central to her life, and she cherished every moment spent with them.

Ann dedicated her career to the service industries, where her kindness and hard-working nature shone brightly. Known for her caring and loving personality, Ann was a social butterfly who formed deep connections with those around her. She had a unique gift for making others feel valued and loved.

Ann’s legacy of love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She will be deeply missed.

We wish to express our gratitude for the friendship and love you have given Ann throughout the years and your sympathy is greatly appreciated.

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

Ann was one of my very best friends in highschool. We made so many fun memories. Ann was my maid of honor when I got married. Prayers to all of her family, she will never be forgotten! Lori Schaefer Hill

Lori Schaefer Hill – February 01 2024 at 12:14 PM

I am so sorry to read this. Ann was always so kind to everyone. She giggled a lot and made everyone’s day better. We spent a lot of time together back during our middle school days.

Becky (Nobiling) Ross – February 01 2024 at 5:44 PM

She was beautiful and kind just like her mother. Bless her heart. My sympathy to all her family.

Janet Olerich – June 17 2024 at 4:40 PM

I’m so sad to hear of Ann’s passing. She was so much fun. We spent a lot of time driving around in her old mustang. She had the best smile. Heartfelt condolences to her family and especially her son.

Mari Fran – June 21 2024 at 11:00 PM

Ann was such a sweet and kind person. So sorry. Condolences for her family.

Doug Knott – June 22 2024 at 1:49 AM

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