"Dear Alice Prince Family - So sorry for your loss. Even though we are blessed to have a parent share so much of our lives, it is still difficult to say goodbye. Alice was a large part of many WHS students and a fond memory for me. Her kindness and concern was evidence that she made the right career choice. God bless you with comfort during your difficult days. Kind regards, Ann (Wardenburg) Scholz"
In loving memory of
Alice Stahl Prince
April 19, 1931 - April 12, 2020
Williamsburg-Alice Jane Stahl Prince was born April 19, 1931 southeast of Williamsburg, Iowa the daughter of Elias "Casey" and Sadie (Evans) Jones. She graduated from Williamsburg High School in1949 and Mercy School of Nursing in Cedar Rapids in 1952. Alice was united in marriage to Lorren D. Stahl on June 27, 1954 at her parents home. To this union they were blessed with four children. Lorren died January 19, 1965. Alice later was united in marriage to James B. Prince on December 27, 1973 in Kirkville, Missouri. Jim died May 28, 1997. Alice has worked at D.F. Miller Hospital, Williamsburg School District nurse, D.O.N. for Rose Haven Nursing Home in Marengo and Oakdale Correctional Center in Coralville. She was active in the Ladies VFW Auxiliary Post #8797, St. Paul United Methodist Church in Williamsburg where she had served as Sunday School Superintendent, Red Hats and "UNO" card group. She enjoyed traveling internationally with her kids and grandchildren, "porch time", spending time with family and friends and hosting Hawkeye football Saturdays. Her favorite day of the year was Christmas Eve with her family. Alice passed away Easter morning at her home with her family by her side at the age of 88.
She is survived by four children, Joan (Lowell) Kleinmeyer of Conroy, Jan (Steve) Slaymaker of Conroy, Jean (Russ) Kisling of Marietta, Georgia and Doug (Jodi) Stahl of Williamsburg; 12 grandchildren, Holly Kleinmeyer, Jenny Kleinmeyer, Kaytee (Geoff) Knoop, Abby (Fiance Grant Titterton) Davis, Renee (Nick) Rentel, Jill (Tim) Dennis, Casey (Brian) Dean, Grant Kisling, Danielle "Elle" Kisling, Jessica (Jeff) Crew, Lorren Stahl and Mitch Stahl; 7 great grandchildren, Sawyer Davis, Adelaide & Madeline Knoop, Washington & Amelia Alice Rentel, Sadie & Emersyn Crew; sister-in-law, Maralyn (Tom) Slaymaker and brother-in-law, Gordon Heitshusen all of Williamsburg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, two sisters, Ruth Phillips and Dorothy Thorpe; two brothers, Leighton and Owen Jones.
As "Mom" would say "Have a great day today, that's exactly what I'm going to do!'
Private family service will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2020. Due to COVID-19 gather visitation will be Wednesday, April 15, 2020 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at Powell Funeral Home (The family will not be present at this time). A drive in visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 to 6:00 pm in the Powell Funeral Home parking lot. The family will greet friends from their cars, everyone will remain in your cars please come in the North Drive. Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg is caring for Alice and her family. Memorial contributions in memory of Alice may be designated to St. Paul United Methodist Church or Iburg Poulson VFW Post #8797 Ladies Auxiliary in c/o Powell Funeral Home, PO Box 269, Williamsburg, Iowa 52361. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com.
Tributes
"Sorry to hear of Alice's passing. She will be missed by her family & friends. Our sincere sympathy to the entire family. Judy & John Lillis"
"Dear Alice Prince Family, Our deepest sympathies. Your mom was a wonderful lady. I didn't know her as well as my father, Harvey Wardenburg, but I know they joked around a lot and had great conversations. They both did with anyone they knew, they were just like that. May they now have more conversations together. I was cleaning out my fathers sympathy cards and came across one that Alice had sent. It made me smile and now sad to hear of her passing, but may you rejoice in knowing that she is now with our heavenly Father. Your in our thoughts and prayers, Scott and Andrea Huedepohl, Jacob and Vitoria, and Aaron We have a sent a memorial to Iburg Poulson VFW Post #8797 Ladies Auxiliary in memory of you mother. "
"My sympathy to the entire family. My thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless you!"
"Aunt Alice soar high and rest in peace. Love you, John & Theresa Phillips"
"Oh Dear! I wish I could write as genuine and loving condolence as what "Auntie Alice" would have - but no one can. Sooo saddened to hear that she will no longer be here to share her stories, love and laughter & will miss her wide and contagious smile. She will always remain in our hearts. Sending all the love and virtual hugs as we can to the family. Love all of you! Barb & Dennis Grauer and family"
"We met Alice about 6 years ago through our Hope Blooms daffodil campaign and the VFW Auxillary. She approached us to be a contact for the Williamsburg community in supporting cancer patients in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City areas through the daffodil campaign. She was an energetic lady and one with a good heart to make an impact for our cancer patients. Our sympathies to you all. Gems of Hope, Inc. Cedar Rapids. "
"My deepest sympathy to you all. Alice was such a great lady and a nurse with a big heart. So kind. Glad I had the privilege of working with her at Rose Haven. God be with you. Luanne Heitshusen"
"Dear Doug, Jodi and family of Alice, My condolences. Your Mom was a spark plug person - her good energy, kindness and wise ways are part of her legacy to all of you. In away she was like the Little Red Engine, she kept going thru tough and rough times. I always enjoyed hearing about her and your family events. She will be missed, but to quote Michael Lensing, "Your mother's voice never leaves you." He is correct. I am sorry that you can not have a fitting farewell during these upside down times. However, I bet your dear Mom might say, "don't fuss - be safe." Sending prayers and good thoughts for you. "
"My sympathy to you all. May our good and gracious Lord comfort you as you grieve. Shelley (Meade) Bishop "
"What sad news. I only met Auntie Alice once when she visited her dad?s home ground here in Wales. She was a warm and friendly person, so easy to get along with. Thinking of you all at such a sad time. Cariad mawr.... Morwen.xx?"
"Alice always had this big smile that welcomed everyone. A genuine, upbeat and friendly personality. Her father, Casey and my grandfather, Bob Roberts used to sing old Welsh songs together. She shared stories with me many years ago. What a gift. Prayers to all the family that you each have a wealth of memories and stories to the generations who follow your mom?s life. Christ?s loving embrace to you in this difficult time."
"Sending our love and sympathy to all of you. I know how much you loved this special lady. Pat and Greg Nelson"
"I am so sorry to hear that Alice passed away. She and I were in 4H Club together and graduated from WHS Class of 1949. My sincerest sympathy to her family and friends. May she Rest In Peace. "
"Doug and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"What an amazing woman your mom / grandma was. She built a remarkable family whose members have changed lives all over the world. She leaves a wonderful legacy for you all to carry forward. A true blessing to so many. Praying for you all now and in the days to come. Welcome home Alice, good and faithful servant. "
"Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you on the passing of your mother/grandmother . What a joyous day to enter the arms of her savior. Russ and Anne"
"Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. Over the years we've so enjoyed Doug's stories of "Mom" and the family. Losing someone is not easy, no matter their age or ours. We hold you in prayer. Christy and Kim Pattee, (Mercy Hospital friends)"
"Our deepest sympathy to Alice's loved ones. We have fond memories of living on North Street with the Stahl family. She was a great lady, mom and friend. We'll always recall her laugh. She will be missed. Our best to her family. The Gallo family."
"My deepest sympathy to Alice's family. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. "
"My heart is aching with the realization that Auntie Alice and I will no longer share our LATE night gab sessions as we called it! At the end of each she would commonly make the statement, "Well, I think we have managed to cover everything-Until next time-I love you so much!" My faith reminds me that her passing through Heaven's Gates on Easter morning MUST have been the most joyous of reunions with all those who have passed before her - and that she was welcomed by our loving Savior, arms outstretched - lifting her gently into His protective everlasting care! Extending hugs from a distance to each family member whom Auntie adored! Until next time!"
"My sympathy to all of her family - especially her children. I have fond memories of Alice when she was the school nurse. She always had a smile and a caring word. I didn't have to go to the nurse often, but when I did she was always so wonderful (made me want to spend more time with her!). God's blessing to all of you. Renee Menary"
"Jan and Joan, our sympathy to you, your siblings and all the grandchildren on the lose of you mom. Paula & Leo Woods "
"Sending our sympathies. Alice always had a smile and seemed to live life. "
"Deepest sympathies to all of you and your families. She was a wonderful person I have had the treasure of being in my life. Xoxo"
"My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of your loss. May the Lord give you Peace. ?"
"So sorry for your loss she will be greatly missed by all that knew her you are all in my thoughts and prayers may God give you the comfort you need now,in the days ahead, and always"
"John and I enjoyed Alice at Church and School her big smile always a welcome sight. John and Beverly Gillaspie"
"I didn't know Alice as well , probably as George and some others but what I do remember of her was that she always had a smile and a friendly greeting. She always seemed happy in life. What a wonderful day to enter God's kingdom "Easter Sunday" !! I'm sure she definitely is having a good day!! Our sincere sympathy to all your family?"
"Words cannot convey how truly special your mom was to family, friends, community and to both Keith and I. We so enjoyed visiting with her. I remember watching her in the 4th of July parade..........all decked out. I guess I could go on and on, but all of you know how very special Alice was. Please accept our sincerest sympathy and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you."