Congratulations to Bernard Paul “Red” Kutsch and Adeline “Addie” Kutsch, who were crowned King and Queen on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2025, at the Sunrise Villa Assisted Living in Bellevue, Iowa.
A big Thank you to all the families, friends, residents, tenants, staff, volunteers, churches, businesses, schools, teachers, students, and musicians, who contributed to making our week so enjoyable and memorable for the residents and tenants. Your visits, sharing your gifts and time mean the world to everyone here.
We would like to recognize our amazing volunteers for their continued support and dedication. You truly make a difference! We Thank our volunteers for assisting Activities this week: Betty Bakey, Jane Steines, Rick Michels, Susan Eversole, Jeanne Weber, Kelly O’Donnell, Linda Bennett, Lynn Muhlenhaupt, and Maryetta Lampe. Marian Vaughn brought in hand-sewn walker-bags for the residents and tenants. Anonymous for bringing in items. Anonymous for their donations of items during this past week. Thanks to everyone for their assistance and support with all the “individualized” activities/events during this past week.
For a more comprehensive listing of upcoming activities and events, visit our website: www.MillValleyCareCenter.com. Click on the “Calendar of Events” or “Activity Newsletter” sections for the latest updates and photos. Note: All activities, events, and times are subject to change without prior notice. To confirm the scheduling, one may also call: 563-872-5521. One can also find pictures of the “Happenings” section of our newsletter or on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MillValleyCareSunriseVilla/
Congratulations to the newly crowned King and Queen – Bernard Paul “Red” Kutsch and Adeline “Addie” Kutsch (Anniv. 6/24/1950) at the Sunrise Villa Assisted Living on February 14, 2025. Bernard’s parents were Clemens & Clara (Nieses) Kutsch. “There were 7 of us: 6 Siblings – (All deceased except Bernard: Harold, Walter, Richard, Berniece (twin to Bernard), Clara, and Frances.” Bernard graduated from Dubuque Senior High School (Dubuque, Iowa); joined the USA Marines during WWII (military Veteran); met and married Adeline Katherine (Kilburg) Kutsch. Adeline’s parents were John & Mary Kilburg. “There were 9 of us: John Kilburg, Loren Kilburg, Wayne Kilburg, Norman Kilburg (deceased), Mary & Emma – (deceased), then Elsie Moeller and Janice.” Adeline graduated 8th Grade from Country (Rural) School (Springbrook-Bellevue, IA, Rt. 2. She met and married Bernard Paul “Red” Kutsch. Together, Bernard and Adeline have Diane, Carol, Doris, Roseann, and Kevin; 12 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren. He worked at John Deere for 35 ½ years. He retired on a farm in Andrew, Iowa. She was a Homemaker, now retired.
We are introducing a new section called, “Remember When”. We asked the residents this question: “Did you go sleigh riding when you were younger?”
Gloria M. (resident) remembers that: “I went sleigh riding, but not for ever very long, because I would get so cold. I would get angry, because I would get so cold. We would sleigh by the Catholic Cemeteries. I tried ice skating, but it was hard. It didn’t take long for me to get cold. Then we would have snacks! We liked that!” Gloria was born in Iowa City, Iowa, to Lillian (Heckelsmiller) and Milton Guenther. There were 4 siblings: Dale, Russell, Sharon (Gloria) and Dennis Guenther. Gloria graduated from Bellevue High School; she was a secretary at the Bellevue Elementary School for 25 years before she retired. She met and then married Robert John Medinger on (6/4/1960); has 3 children: Kevin, Shelly, and Kristi; 6 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Robert passed away on (2/21/2018) and was a USA Army Veteran.
(We want to thank Gloria for sharing her memories of “years past” with us. Hopefully, Gloria’s tales will bring some smiles to your face, as you read her article.)
Thank you again for entrusting us with the care of your loved ones and for your support. It is an honor to serve you. Wishing you and yours, safe travels and a happy life.
