Carol McFee Creston, Iowa Obituary

Carol McFee

L. Carol McFee was born on May 25, 1942, in Iowa City to Lawrence and Lois (Blakesley) Bradley. She attended school in Lenox and graduated from high school there with the class of 1960. On November 17, 1964, Carol was united in marriage to John F. Kessler at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Lenox. Together they had two daughters, JoAnn and Jarita. John died in 1973. On March 22, 1974, Carol was united in marriage to Robert Glen McFee in Creston. They had one son Robert Hugh McFee. Out of high school, Carol worked at Gits Manufacturing as a secretary and later in accounting. Carol attended SWCC and graduated from there in 1990 with a degree in Accounting. She also worked at Easter’s Food Store in the deli and at Walmart Store Inc. She moved to Dakota City, Neb. in 1995 where she started working at the South Sioux City High School while also still working at Walmart. She transferred to the Water Department and then City Hall where she was the payroll clerk. They later moved to Rosalie, Neb. Robert G. died March of 2004 Carol was active as a Girl Scout Leader for 50 years. She also bowled for over 50 years and was a Jr. Bowling League Coach. Carol loved to garden, bake, sew, do crafts and travel. She enjoyed spending time outside and also volunteered for several organizations thru out her life. Her favorite thing to do was spending time with her family. She would attend sporting events of her children and grandchildren whenever possible. Carol is survived by three children, Robert “Robbie” (wife Jeanette) McFee of South Sioux City, Neb.; JoAnn (husband Darrin) Nauman of Creston; Jarita Heidebrink of Ottumwa, Iowa.; six grandchildren, Ashley Kessler of Afton, Jacob (Erica) Nauman of Adel, Bradley Nauman of Creston, Sara and Julie McFee both of South Sioux City and Mason Heidebrink of Ottumwa; three great grandchildren, Aubrey and Jonathan and Jaylee; two brothers, Larry ‘Butch’ Bradley, Jr. of Creston and Ed ‘Uncle DE’ (wife Linda) Bradley of Lewistown, Mont.; sister-in-law, Kathryn (Jack) Adams of Creston; two brothers-in-law, Robert (wife Janet) Kessler of Creston and Lee Von Stein of Creston; her dog Rudy; partner in crime Sophie Le Moine; along with several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands John Kessler and Bob McFee, son-in-law Doug Heidebrink, parents-in-law, Earnest and Lucy Kessler and Hugh and Esther McFee, brother-in-law John and five sisters-in-law Mary Sevier, Karen Miller, Ellen Von Stein, and as infants, Linda McFee and Deanne McFee.
May 25, 1942 - September 21, 201805/25/194209/21/2018
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Heidi Hawk-Eichelberger
September 27, 2018
Carol lived next door to us in Rosalie. She was a kind lady. My favorite memory is that she asked me to water her outside flowers while she was gone. I agreed. I did not realize just how many flowers she had! Ha. It was a much bigger task than I had expected.
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Shelby Ewing
September 26, 2018
She was my girl scout leader and I gotta say that she was the most kindest leader i have ever met. She was so nice to my mother Robin and Im going to miss you very much Carol RIP we will miss you :(
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Sandy Orzel
September 26, 2018
Carol and I bowled together for many years. She was so much fun to be around. An all around good person. My condolences to her family. Jo, I know you will miss her very much.
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Jean Rooney
September 26, 2018
Carol will surely be missed. What a nice lady! Always smiling and friendly! Never any negativity. A pleasure to be around! Rest In Peace, Carol! Jean Rooney
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Robin Snyder
September 25, 2018
I had the pleasure of meeting and becoming friends with Bob and Carol when they moved to Rosalie. What a joy they were to be around. Carol always had a smile on her face and a positive outlook on life. Wednesday night cheeseburgers and Friday night steak group will mi... Continue Reading
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Sophia LeMoine
September 25, 2018
Oh, the fun we had these last four months! We laughed, shared memories from childhood to adulthood about life, love, good times & bad, about God, our kids and grandkids, and even sports. Just a couple of old “Thelma & Louise” wannabe’s who found joy and healing in living... Continue Reading
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Patti Nieman
September 25, 2018
Carol was a great co-worker and friend. She was always in a great mood & kept us laughing. She was a fantastic cook, feeding us with her crockpot soups, etc. It was always delicious! She would always lend a helping hand and donate her time to different events around th... Continue Reading
A candle was posted for Carol McFee.
A candle was posted for Carol McFee.
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Sue Murray Lee
September 24, 2018
Carol you will be so missed by your family and friends. You were so spunky and a true spit fire. She always had a saying for every situation. And loved her glass of wine. Take care until we meet again one day my friend. South Sioux City Sue
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Gay Anne Smith Appelhans
September 24, 2018
Carol had a smile on her face always and love in her heart for everyone around her,I was a very young girl when I met Carol she was a my girl scout leader at day camp many years ago what kindness she showed to a young girl who was struggling with her own moms illness,as ... Continue Reading
A candle was posted for Carol McFee.
A candle was posted for Carol McFee.
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Camille
September 24, 2018
Aunt Carol you will be missed but many. You were the best Aunt ever! I don’t remember ever seeing you without a smile on your beautiful face! Heaven has gained an 😇 angel. May you Rest In Peace. Love Troy and family