Roger J Brettmann Denver, Iowa Obituary

Roger J Brettmann

Roger J. Brettmann, 82, of Denver, Iowa, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020, at UnityPoint Hospital-Allen Memorial in Waterloo. Roger was born on December 13, 1937, in Waverly, Iowa, the son of Albert John and Alida Clara (Bruns) Brettmann. He was baptized on December 26, 1937 and confirmed on March 18, 1951, at St. John Lutheran Church in Waverly. Roger graduated from Waverly High School in 1956. While in high school he excelled in basketball and played in the boy’s state basketball tournament.  He then attended Valparaiso College for one year. He was united in marriage to Marian Koelling on April 26, 1959, at St. John Lutheran Church, Maxfield. He owned and operated the Waverly Feed Mill; later worked for the Denver Mill, Schaefer Radio and delivered Winnebagos for Bennett Trucking. He was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran, Maxfield; where he served in multiple roles. He was a past board member of the Denver School board and a referee for boys and girls high school basketball games. He loved spending time with his family. He always enjoyed morning coffee with his close friends and their occasional trips to Las Vegas. He also enjoyed playing cards, golfing and was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan.  Roger is survived by his wife, Marian Brettmann of Denver;  a son, Tim (Gwen) Brettmann of West Des Moines:  two daughters, Lori (Mark) Henry of Denver, and ReNae (Hugh) Lynch of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; four grandchildren, Joey, Payton, Matthew and Mary; and his sister, Karen Bergmann of Waverly. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Scott Brettmann, a sister, Marilyn Schnell, and a brother-in-law, Duane Bergmann. There will be private burial of cremains held at St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Maxfield with Pastor Katie Rodriguez officiating. Memorials may be directed to St. John Lutheran Church, Maxfield and online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.kaisercorson.com/">www.kaisercorson.com</a> Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Denver assisted the family. 319-984-5379
December 13, 1937 - May 22, 202012/13/193705/22/2020
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Billie Bergmann
May 26, 2020
Lighting a black candle for Uncle Rog's beloved Hawkeyes. What can I say, but what a guy he was! A big heart who loved and took care of all of his family. A great uncle who gave Darin especially loving and fun memories. Our kids and I will forever say that Darin is "just... Continue Reading
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Joan Lau
May 24, 2020
Roger was a good friend with my Dad and I remember many Sundays after church service they would talk and talk about everything in the community. My condolences to Marian and the Brettmann family.
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Betty Young
May 24, 2020
I remember New Years Eve at our place, when it got pretty late and LaVonne's family, Roger and Marian and everyone stayed overnight. We had a real fun time. We also got together for birthdays of the children too. Roger will really be missed. Richard and Betty Young
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Rob judas
May 24, 2020
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James Mormann
May 23, 2020
I remember the first time I met Roger. My sister Susan and I were spending the night at our Aunt Emma and Uncle Ervin’s farm (Marions parents). Roger came to pick up Marion for a date and she introduced him to us. I liked him from the moment I met him! Later on I was a... Continue Reading
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