Harold Glen Widaman
October 03, 2013
Harold G. Widaman, 81, died Thursday, October 3, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center. He was born July 22, 1932, to Clarence and Tina Widaman in Osceola, Ia.
Harold graduated from East High School and retired from Iowa Power as a line crew foreman where he worked for over 45 years. He most recently worked for Rochester Armored Car as an armed security guard driver for 15 years. He attended Lutheran Church of Hope and was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, and deer hunting with his bow and arrow.
Harold was known for his witty sense of humor, infectious smile, and dedication to his whole family.
Harold is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Erla Mae; children, Deborah (Darrell) Hoefling, Diane (Gary) Myers, Dawn (Mark) Stout, and Harold Widaman Jr; eight grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Beulah Nadolsky; and a host of other family and beloved friends.
He was preceded in death by brother, Merrill Widaman.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kathy Bates Roberts
10/08/2013
Dear Dawn and family -- I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how hard it is to lose a parent, and I feel for you in my heart. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. love you! Kathy and family.
Robert and Edythe Meller
10/07/2013
Our deepest sympathy to Debbie, Erla Mae, Dawn, and Widaman family. We feel blessed to have known such a fine man.
Sheila Traviss
10/07/2013
Dear Dawn, I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you and your entire family in my thoughts. Take comfort in the love you shared.
Chantele Pliler (Erwin)
10/07/2013
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad/Grandpa. May each of you find comfort in all the memories you shared.
Much love to all of you!
James Sandin
10/07/2013
My sincere condolences to the family members and other loved ones of Harold Widaman over his passing and "homegoing" to be with his Heavenly Father forever. may the God of all love and peace comfort all whose hearts are sorrowed by His all-sufficient grace. Amen.
Vicki Conley
10/07/2013
We are so sorry for your loss Dawn and family. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Sherry Connolly
10/06/2013
Dear Widaman family,
I went to high school with Debbie & my daughter Vie is married to grandson Justin. My prayers are with you daily for strength, peace & comfort in this difficult time of sorrow. I believe Harold is walking happily with Jesus in eternity. I trust God will help you through each day.
Love & Prayers
Sherry
Walt and Debbie Russell
10/04/2013
Erla and family,
We are so saddened to hear the news about Harold. He was a special man and will be missed by many who knew him. Please let us know if we can do anything for you at any time.