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Oct
26
Celebration of Life
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Turner Jenness Funeral Home
1302 Hill Avenue, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
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Verdon Austad Obituary
A Celebration of Life will be held 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Turner Jenness Funeral Home in Milford. Military rites will be conducted by the Milford American Legion Post 0384.
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Upcoming Events
Oct
26
Celebration of Life
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Turner Jenness Funeral Home
1302 Hill Avenue, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Send FlowersServices provided by
Turner Jenness Family Funeral Home - MilfordOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.