Herbert D. LaMaack

1931 - 2020

Herbert D. LaMaack obituary, 1931-2020, Durant, IA

BORN

1931

DIED

2020

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Herbert LaMaack Obituary

Herbert D. LaMaack

August 19, 1931-November 10, 2020

Herbert D. LaMaack, 89, of Wilton, IA, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Genesis Medical Center- East Campus in Davenport. Private family visitation and services will be held. Interment will be in the Durant Cemetery.

Herbert was born in Cedar County, IA on August 19, 1931 to Emil and Mamie (Fick) LaMaack.

He graduated from Durant High School in 1949. Herb married Twyla R. Kuehl on November 11, 1951 in Wilton.

Herb farmed in Cedar and Muscatine Counties, retiring in 2018. He drove school bus for Wilton Community Schools for 31 years. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Wilton.

He enjoyed antique tractors, especially John Deere and Massey-Harris. He and Twyla loved WMT tractor rides, attending the Old Thresher Reunions in Mt. Pleasant, IA, talking with other farmers at the Creamery, drinking coffee and discussing vintage equipment at Sinclair Tractor. Above all, he loved his family and cherished spending time with them.

Herb is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife of 69 years, Twyla; daughter Glenda (Howard) Dobbins of Durant; sons: Doug (Joanne) LaMaack of Moscow and Perry (Lisa) Pelzer of Moscow; 7 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson Bryan Dobbins.

A memorial has been established in his memory.

Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Muscatine Journal on Nov. 16, 2020.
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Twyla, I just heard of Herb's passing. What an amazing tribute for a wonderful man. Herb always had a smile on his face kind words to share. Blessings ~ Teresa Lucas

Teresa Lucas

January 11, 2021

I knew Herb and Twyla for over 50 years. What wonderful people. I last visited with Herb at the Creamery fall of '19. He had been combining for a customer. He loved to visit, always had a good conversation with him. My condolences to Twyla and His Family. God be with You.

John Powell

Friend

November 25, 2020

So sorry to hear of Herb's passing. I would like to send my sympathy to all of the LaMaack family. I'm sure that you all have wonderful memories to get you through this difficult time!!

Bonnie (Marolf) Wingate

Friend

November 23, 2020

Twyla - I'm so sorry to hear of Herb's passing. He was a really good man. I cherish and miss our reunions at Grandma's Kitchen. God's blessings to you and your family.

Imogene Paulsen

November 19, 2020

Our thoughts are with you at this time. So sorry for your loss.

Mark and Laurie Nelson

November 19, 2020

Twyla and Family,
So sorry to read of Herbie's death. We always enjoyed seeing you when we were back in Iowa. And mom, Dorothy Hermann, always felt especially close to you and your family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, that God will grant you his peace, as you remember him fondly.

Dolores and Don Rehms

November 18, 2020

Twyla - I am so sorry to hear of Herb's passing. I know you will miss him terribly but know that he is in a better place with no pain & he will be watching over you. You have so many good memories that will help you through all of this. I always watched for the two of you on your antique tractors in the parades. Another good memory. Love & hugs, Shirley Sterner.

Shirley Sterner

November 16, 2020

Twyla, Rog and I send you our sincere condolences to you and your family. So sorry for your loss.

Mary Bender

Friend

November 16, 2020

We are so sorry to hear about the Herb's passing. Twyla, may God bless you with his healing touch as you recover. May God bless all of the family and give you strength and comfort during this time. With sympathy.

Vickie & Dennis Anderson

November 16, 2020

So sorry to hear of Herb's passing.. A wonderful man. my condolences to Twyla & family.

Gene Hohenshell

November 16, 2020

Very sorry for your loss.

Sandra (Meincke) Marti

Family

November 15, 2020

Deepest sympathies to your family. We always enjoyed Herbs big smile and always had something to say to you.

Tom and Coni Daufeldt

November 15, 2020

So sorry for your loss. We send out deepest sympathy. Brenda (Ploen) Birkhofer

November 15, 2020

The two of of us thought a great deal of Herb. We so enjoyed running into him. He was always quick with his big grin! We know he’ll be sorely missed. We’ll be praying for all of you in the days ahead...❤

Eric and Kathy Bartelt

Friend

November 14, 2020

Our deepest sympathy during the loss of such a wonderful person. Tim and I always enjoyed visiting with Herb, usually at a farming or school event. He was liked and will be missed by all.

Tim and Patty Maxwell

Friend

November 14, 2020

I am really sorry about your loss, I know he will be missed

Shellie Himes

Family

November 13, 2020

Twyla and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Herb's death. I hear you are sick now, too and I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. We will certainly miss seeing Herb and family in the Founder's Day parades riding all your tractors very proudly with a big smile on his face. Such a nice and kind man. Rest in Peace Herb.
Love to all.

Marilyn Kean

Friend

November 13, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jane Kreimeyer

Friend

November 13, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Merrill and Julie Kraklio

Friend

November 12, 2020

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