Neil Lashier

Charles "Neil" Lashier, the son of Charles Augustus and Edna Mae (Pattee) Lashier was born on February 10, 1924 in Early, Iowa and entered into eternal rest in Shenandoah, Iowa on July 16, 2008 at the age of 84 years 5 months 6 days. Neil was baptized at the Methodist Church in Early and attended Delaware Township School in Nemaha, Iowa. Neil graduated in 1941 from Nemaha High School. He was drafted into military service in the US Army on April 3, 1943. Neil was part of the 110th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Gun Battalion that landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy on June 6, 1944 (D-Day). Neil's Battalion participated in many key World War II battles, including the liberation of Paris, the Battle of the Bulge and the capture of the bridge at Remagen. He was honorably discharged January 2, 1946. Neil was awarded the European Theater of Operations ribbon, 5 Battle Stars and a Bronze Arrowhead during his military service. He returned to Sac County where he farmed. On February 15, 1948, he was united in marriage to Vivian Deibert at the First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt. Neil enjoyed a long career in agriculture related businesses, including 16 years as Manager of the Frem...[more]

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County Coop in Farragut, Iowa. In his retirement years, he greatly enjoyed driving school bus for the Farragut Community School system. Neil was an ordained Elder in the Presbyterian Church in Odebolt, serving on the Session and Board of Trustees. He served as Scout Master and Fire Chief in Odebolt and was active in the American Legion. While living in Farragut, he was active in the Methodist Church, and served in several civic offices, including Mayor of Farragut, City Council, Fire Department and Kiwanis. He was a member of the American Legion Post 88 of Shenandoah for 34 years, First United Methodist Men, and Chancel Choir. Neil enjoyed sports both as a spectator and participant, especially golfing, bowling, fishing and watching any activity his children or grandchildren participated in while he "officiated" from the bleachers. He was particularly proud of his garden, and shared his produce with family and friends. Neil was honored to attend ceremonies in Normandy, France, in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. He was proud to attend the dedication ceremony of the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. Neil is survived by his wife of 60 years, Vivian, of Farragut, daughter Jayne Harter and husband Gary of Ida Grove, Iowa, sons Charles and wife Vicki of Lenexa, Kansas, Jon and wife Lynn of Gulf Breeze, Florida, David and wife Jacque of Shenandoah, Iowa, Scott and wife Teri of Blair, Nebraska, Mark and wife Laurie of The Woodlands, Texas, Christopher and wife Christin of Waukee, Iowa and his sister Celesta Jennett of San Jose, California, 26 Grandchildren: Todd (Angie) Kollbaum, Heidi (Jeremy) Collins, Sara Harter, Kevin Harter, Craig (Sara) Harter, Jill (Bradd) Schulke, Jodi (Birch) Savoie, Jayme Lashier, Jacey Lashier, Nicole (Dave) Loveday, Natalie Lashier, Megan (Josh) Potters, Derek (Griselda) Hoffman, Jennifer (Todd) Samuels, Jessica Lashier, Molly Lashier, Lindsay Lashier, Andrew Lashier, Margaret Lashier, Jud Krein, Chelsea Lashier, Caitlin Lashier, Keenan Lashier, Courtney Lashier, Nicholas Lashier, Bryant Lashier,16 Great Grandchildren: Zachary, Jordan, Emily, Ryan and Abigail Kollbaum;Tyler and Tiana Collins; Olivia and William Harter; Arana Schulke; Tyler and Stayton Savoie; Kira and Mackenzie Loveday; Riley and Madison Potters; and sister-in-law Margie Loger of Odebolt as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and his faithful dog, Pal. Neil was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Edna, and sisters Lucille, Shirley and Norma. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. Words of comfort were given by Rev. Clark Finehout and Rev. Fred Bryson. Soloists Rev. Todd Kollbaum and Stan Orton were accompanied by organist Becky Hoenshel. Special music for the service included "The Lord's Prayer", "How Great Thou Art", "Hymn of Promise" and "What A Friend We Have In Jesus". Casket bearers were Charles Lashier, Jon Lashier, David Lashier, Scott Lashier, Mark Lashier and Christopher Lashier. Honorary casket bearers were "All of Neil's friends". Attending the memory register were Charlotte Ditmars, Marilyn Phipps, Becki Sickman and Zoe Young. Ushers were Alan Armstrong, Fred Cline, Darrell Jones, Gordon Jones, Gaylen Lundgren and Jim Sligar. Military Rites were given by American Legion Post #88 of Shenandoah, Iowa. Interment was at Rose Hill Cemetery in Shenandoah, Iowa. Memorials can be directed to the First United Methodist Church of Shenandoah. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family on the web at www.hackettlivingston.com. Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.