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The Des Moines Register ST OBITUARIES Friday, February 8, 2008 Page 7A FREDRICK JAMES RYNNING Johnston Fredrick James Rynning, 55, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, Feb- ruary 6, 2008. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Meredith Drive Reformed Church, 5128 Meredith Drive, with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery. Rick was born February 25, 1952 in Des Moines, the son of Harold and Laura (Gilbert) Rynning. Throughout his career he was a teacher and coach for the Seymour School District, I-35 School District, and most recently Johnston School District, in which he retired from in 2007.

Rick enjoyed all sports, but had a true passion for golfing. Above all else, he loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his granddaughters. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Ellen Rynning of Johnston; daughters, Kim (Darin) Casey of Des Moines and Amanda Rynning of Johnston; granddaughters, Elizabeth and Emma Casey, and one grandchild on the way; brother, Harley Rynning of Des Moines; sisters, Dene (Ernie) Trulson of Washington, Gwen (Galen) Kurth of Tennessee and Judy (Wes) Winterbottom of Des Moines and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Tolbert; his brother, Larry Gilbert and his parents. The family will greet friends from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Friday, February 8, 2008 at Meredith Drive Reformed Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to establish a scholarship fund for graduating seniors from Johnston High School pursuing a career in the field of education. Hamilton's Funeral Home is handling arrangements. MURRAY "NEAL" WILLIAMS Des Moines Visitation for Mr. Neal Williams will be held from 9 a.m.

to p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Highland Park Funeral Home. A memorial service at 2 p.m. will follow the visitation at Maple Street Baptist Church. Rev.

Clifford Wright will offer the Eulogy. Mr. Williams, an avid body builder and security agent for Minx, is survived by his children Erica and Satire Williams; his mother and step-father, Annie Ozell Robinson and Frank Robinson; sisters, Barbara, Sytire, Patricia, Elsie, Mary, and Loretta; brothers, LeRoy, Bernard, Anthony, and Calvin and a host of other relatives and friends. Henderson's Highland Park Do 3500 Sixth Avenue 515-309-6550 DENNIS MULLIN Des Moines Des Moines Robert (Denny) Mullin, 66, died Friday, February 1, 2008 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. The celebration of Denny's life will be at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, on Saturday, February 9, 2008.

Visitation will be at 11 a.m. The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. with a reception following. Denny was born i in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 13, 1941, to Bob and Madge (Springer) Mullin. He lived in Iowa most of his life.

Dedicated in his roles as minister and psychotherapist, Denny served a great many people. His most recent ministering was at Fort Des Moines Presbyterian Church. Denny was passionate about life, contemporary justice issues, the peace movement and scripture study groups. Denny cherished his family and friends. Through his many years of health challenges, he appreciated all those who took him to appointments, shared stories, meals and spirituality with him.

Survivors include his wife, Felicia; daughter, Michaela Mullin (William Eike) of Des Moines; sister, Kathleen Mullin, BVM, of Rock Island, IL; brother, Michael of New York City; and extended family. Denny was preceded in death by his parents and infant twin brother, John. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Iowa; Citizens for Community Improvement (CCI), Des Moines; or Ft. Des Moines Presbyterian Church. EVELYN KNUTSON Des Moines Evelyn Knutson, 91, died Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at Mercy Medical Center.

Memorial services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Calvin Community. Evelyn was born November 14, 1916 in Forest City, Iowa. She worked as an accounts payable clerk with Dial Finance for over 23 years before her retirement in 1978. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church.

Evelyn is survived by her son, F. Richard Selinger and his wife, Jan of Omaha, NE; five grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice Knutson. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church or Calvin Community. Hamilton's Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

In Loving Memory Of Warren and Marjorie White Two long years have past but still we miss you both each and every day. What the heart has once known, it shall never forget. Author unknown Joe Woosley Pleasant Hill Joe Woosley, 50, died at his home Wednesday, February 6, 2008. services will at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008, at Sun of Christ with burial at Rising Sun Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the church. Joe was born May 30, 1957. He married his high schools sweetheart, Tina January 10, 1976. Joe owned and operated Joe's Tire Company.

He was very active in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Make a Wish Foundation. He loved being with his family and dog, Emma, drag racing and having coffee with his buddies at his shop every morning. Joe is survived by his wife of 32 years, Tina daughters, Heather Woosley of Pleasant Hill and Stephanie (William Kirchner) Woosley of Altoona: his parents, Earl and Helen Germaine of Wixom, MI; brother, Scott (Lisa) Woosley of Galena, KS; sisters, Stephanie (Steve) Patton of Noblesville, IN, Beth Nancy (Jim) Trick of Brighton, MI; and a host of other (Gerry), McCauley of Commerce Township, MI and relatives a and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Ward Woosley; his aunt, Toots; his grandparents; and his sister, Karen Filipek. Joe will be dearly missed and remembered for his wisdom and big heart.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Make a Wish Foundation. Arrange ments have been Funeral Home. entrusted to JOE'S Hamilton's JOHN H. MILLANG, JR. Des Moines Des Moines John Millang, 79, died on February 5, 2008 at Kavanagh House on 56th.

John was born on October 20, 1928 to John Sr. and Josie Millang, in Hamilton County. He graduated from Roland High School and was united in marriage to Joann Geist in 1950 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. To this union, four sons and one daughter were born. John was a veteran of the United States Army.

He was a retired lithographer in the printing industry and member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church. He enjoyed camping, boating, golf and loved to spend time with his family and friends. John was preceded in death by his wife Joann in August of 2007. He is survived by his four sons, Stephen (Mary), Douglas, John Wesley (Mary) all of Des Moines, and Randall (Maria) of Grimes; daughter, Tamera (Roger) Burlingame of Clive; thirteen grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren; brother Harlan of Sully; sisters, Ihlo Borts of California and Kay Dickson of Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 9 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Urbandale (3510 72nd Street). Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening at St.

Stephen's. Burial with Military Honors will be at Masonic Cemetery. Memorial may be made to his church. Brooks Funeral Care KATHLEEN ELLIOTT Des Moines Kathleen Lucille Elliott, 78, died Monday, February 4, 2008 at Iowa Health Hospice Taylor House. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m.

Monday, February 11, 2008 at Hamilton's Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. with burial at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Kathleen was born June 28, 1929 in Brainerd, MN.

She was a sewing machine operator with Precision Sewing for 38 years and also worked at 10 X. She loved spending time with her family especially with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed fishing, camping and playing cards. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Kathleen is survived by her children, Linda Beminio, Floyd Elliott, Donald Elliott and Pamela Elliott; brother, Jim Morgan; sisters, Ida Belle "Tudy" Olson, Pat Jump, Ruth Boileau, Sharon Dandanell; ten grandchildren and twentytwo great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Elliott, and by her brother, Bud. ANTHONY WIELE Milo Funeral services for Anthony "Tony" Wiele, 58, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Peterson Funeral Home in Indianola. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home.

Cremation will follow the funeral service. Memorial gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society. Tony was a vibrant man who always had a smile on his face. He loved being with his family, his dog King, woodworking, gardening, and had a great sense of humor. He is survived by his wife of 26 years Lori; daughters, Angela Wiele of Des Moines, Nichole Wiele and fiance Chris Kelso of Osceola, Ashley Wiele of Milo; brothers Bruce (Becky) Wiele of Longmont, CO; sisters, Marianna (Adrian) Smith of Rapid City, IL, Teresa (Charles) Breuer of Port Byron, IL, Annette (Larry) Shultz of Bloomington, IL, Christine (Mike) Ray of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Scarlet Kelso.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Doris Wiele. Peterson Funeral Home Indianola, Iowa DAVID E. NOLLER Sigourney David E. Noller, a ge 83, of Sigourney, died of cancer Wednesday, February 6, 2008, at the Keokuk County Health Center in Sigourney. David was born May 26, 1924 near Sigourney to Glenn H.

and Bernice (Snakenberg) Noller. He graduated from Sigourney High School in 1941 and attended Iowa State University before serving in the Army Air Corps during World War II. On July 10, 1945, he married Katherine Jean McCuen at the Sigourney United Methodist Church. David was a grain and livestock producer for 60 years, retiring in 2005. He was active in countless organizations and has served on many boards and committees including the Sigourney United Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir and was a trustee, Keokuk County State Bank board, Keokuk County Health Center board, Keokuk County Expo board, Sigourney Area Development Corporation board, 50-year member of Webb Lodge A.F.

Master Swine Producer in 1952, National Livestock and Meat Board, president and director of the Iowa Beef Improvement Association, charter member of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association, Iowa Hog Cholera Eradication Committee, committeeman of the American International Charolais Association and a 1995 Iowa Master Farmer. He enjoyed traveling, family and friends, and Hawkeye and Cyclone sports. Survivors include his daughter: Nancy Kay Jones of Spokane, Washington; son: Jon David Noller and wife Cheryl of Dallas City, Illinois; five grandchildren: Dr. Mark Stephen Jones, Jennifer Lyn Reichert and husband Blake, Mia Marie Mulholland and husband Ryan, Ali Jean Noller and Joseph Jon Noller; four great grandchildren: Andrew David and Ian Darby Jones, Kale Tyler and Samantha Brynn Reichert; two brothers: Donald E. Noller and wife Jane of Juno Beach, Florida and Thomas H.

Noller and wife Evelyn of Lantana, Florida and very dear friends: Wayne and Judy Frank and family. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Katherine Jean in 1992; son-in-law: Dr. David W. Jones and twin great granddaughters: Brynn Katherine and Tyler Sydney Reichert. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m.

on Saturday, February 9, 2008, at the Sigourney United Methodist Church, with Rev. John Hembry officiating. Burial will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Sigourney. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. on Friday, February 8, the Reynolds-Powell Funeral Chapel in Sigourney, where the family will be present from 5 to 8 p.m.

There will be a Masonic Service at 7 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. A memorial fund has been established for the Sigourney United Methodist Church or Hospice of Keokuk County. Reynolds-Powell Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service in Sigourney is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be made to www.powellfuneralhomes.co under obituaries.

ROBERT ALLEN PRATHER Des Moines Funeral services for Robert Allen Prather, 81, will be 12 p.m. Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Peterson Funeral Home in Carlisle. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. until service time on Saturday February 9, 2008. Burial will be in the Carlisle City Cemetery.

Robert, who was married to Sheryl Prather, was a Claims Analyst and his last occupation was for the Rock Island Motor Transit. He was in the Army during the Korean War. Robert is preceded in death by a son, Bill Prather; Father, William Prather; stepfather, Ralph Woods; step-brother, Robert Woods. He is survived by daughters, Ranae Whitmore, Terry LaBelle; mother, Ruth Tenhagen; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Peterson Funeral HomeCarlisle, IA ANTHONY (TONY) R.

DEPHILLIPS Urbandale Anthony "Tony" R. De Phillips passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008 of cancer at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, February 9, 2008 at St. Theresa Catholic Church with burial to follow at Glendale Cemetery. Tony was born February 12, 1935 in Des Moines the son of Frank and Jenny (Pagano) DePhillips.

He was a graduate of Dowling High School. Tony was a homebuilder and an excavating contractor. He owned and operated Homes by Tony De Phillips and DePhillips Excavating. Tony was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church and the West Des Moines Elks.

He loved his family and friends, being at the lake home with friends, he loved a good cigar and his many trips to Italy and his Italian relatives. Tony is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sue DePhillips; his children, Mark (Becky) DePhillips, Michelle (Rick) Seward, Mindy (Kelly) Kohls; grandchildren, Mark DePhillips, Brad (Stephanie) DePhillips, Caroline Kohls, Taylor and Cole Seward; great granddaughter, Ashlyn DePhillips; brothers, Mike DePhillips, Milo DePhillips, Nick (Lela) DePhillips and Leonard (Annie) DePhillips; sisters, Mary Rose Thomas and JoAnn (Sam) Sample; mother-in-law, Doris Jean Douglas; sister- inlaw, Nancy (Jim) Hoak and many loved nieces, nephews and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Jenny DePhillips and brothers, Pete and Francis. A visitation will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday evening with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m.

at St. Theresa Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Theresa Foundation or St. Theresa Building Fund.

ILES Westover Chapel Road 6337 Hickman VELMA MARIE DEVOOGD Boone Velma Marie DeVoogd, 73, died February 6, 2008, at the Boone County Hospital. Funeral services will Saturday, February 9, 2008, at 10 a.m. at the Schroeder Memorial Chapel at Sixth and Marshall in Boone. Burial will be in the Linwood Park Cemetery, Boone. Friends may call at the Schroeder Memorial Chapel on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.

where the family will be present. Remembering Jerrica Anne Hilleman-Ruden Six years didn't really seem like a long time until we had to live them without you. We are missing your "hugs and kisses" and love you everyday than the world. Mom and Dad Services Sensitivity Hamilton's Funeral Services www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com Hamilton's near Highland Memory Gardens 121 NW 60th Avenue 289-2442 Paul Coffin 10 AM Friday at Bethany Reformed Church Hamilton's Southtown 5400 SW 9th Street 285-3911 Adeline Haynes 2 PM Friday at the funeral home Intormation- 243-5221 Sue Balkema Kathleen Lucille Elliot Evelyn Knutson James M. Link Denny Mullin Rick Rynning Joe Woosley Online condolences may be made www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com Project sets rules for sizes of clothes By DANIEL WOOLLS ASSOCIATED PRESS Madrid, Spain Some 10,000 volunteers have undergone laser beam zapping to measure their actual shape as part of a pioneering project for Spanish designers to make clothes that fit real women, officials said Thursday.

The Health Ministry wants to standardize sizing, and it says retail chains including Zara already have signed on to follow the guidelines. The project is Spain's latest effort to fight the perception that thin equals beautiful a belief widely blamed for encouraging eating disorders. Last year, major fashion designers in Spain agreed to stop using storefront mannequins under a European size 38, which is equivalent to a size 8 in the United States. Madrid also banned ultra-thin models from fashion week runways in 2006. A total of 10,415 women between the ages of 12 to 70 took part in the five-month study, standing in booths equipped with laser beams that measured their bodies from every imaginable angle in a matter of seconds, rendering a 3-D image.

"The study promotes the image of healthy beauty, adapting catwalk and storefront models to the dimensions of the real population," the ministry said. Nearly 41 percent of the women said they usually have trouble finding clothes that fit them, and the majority said clothes tend to be too small rather than too big. The Health Ministry said that clothes should have three measurements one for the bust, one for the waist and one for the hips rather than a single size. The standardization project will be phased in gradually over the next year or two, it said. Spain is the first country to seek standardized clothbeing sizes for women, the ministry's consumer affairs director, Angeles Heras, said last March when the project was launched.

Milan also banned ultra-thin models from fashion week runways in 2006. Dozens arrested in Mafia raids ASSOCIATED PRESS New York, N.Y. American and Italian authorities arrested dozens of people Thursday in a takedown of the remnants of New York's Gambino crime family also meant to cripple a trans-Atlantic drug trafficking operation run by the Mafia. As part of one of law enforcement's biggest moves against the mob in recent memory, a federal grand jury in New York accused 62 people of ties to the Gambinos and murders, drug trafficking, robberies, extortion, and other crimes dating back to the 1970s. "Today we are able to bring closure to crimes from the past," U.S.

Attorney Benton Campbell said. The international law enforcement operation was centered on New York and the Sicilian capital of Palermo, targeting Mafia figures who were strengthening contacts between mob groups in Italy and the United States. The sprawling U.S. indictment covers gangland killings from the days when the Gambino family was run by Paul Castellano, who was murdered in 1985. Some of the charges allege more recent crimes including credit fraud conspiracies and theft of union benefits.

In the 170-page indictment, authorities allege that associates of the crime family extorted people in the construction industry, embezzled from labor unions and engaged in loansharking and bookmaking. The massive investigation also includes charges brought in state court..