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Calvin Franklin Josten

1933 - 2008

Calvin F. Josten, 75, of rural Ventura, died unexpectedly on the family farm on Thursday, October 23, 2008.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, October 27, at the Zion Evangelical and Reformed Church in Garner, with Rev. David Graham officiating.

Burial was in the Ell Township Cemetery in Klemme, with military rites by the Garner Veterans Ceremonial Unit. Visitation was held from 3-6:00 p.m., on Sunday, at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel in Garner and continued for one hour prior to the services at the church.

Calvin Franklin Josten, the son of Ewald and Della (Rosendahl) Josten was born on January 25, 1933 at Klemme. He grew up in rural Klemme and graduated from the Klemme High School in 1950. He served in the Army during the Korean conflict.

On June 20, 1956, he married Ella Eekhoff at the Kanawha Christian Reformed Church and to this union four children were born. They lived southwest of Ventura where they farmed. He was a devoted husband and father who set a great example for his children. He worked hard and always had a positive attitude and a smile on his face. Calvin also loved his grandchildren. From giving them tractor rides on demand to attending their events, he was there for them. He was an avid bowler and enjoyed competing in leagues and
tournaments over the years.

Calvin was an active member of the Zion Evangelical and Reformed Church in Garner. He served on the Church Board for many years and was always willing to lend a helping hand. His faith was his first priority and each morning began his day by reading his Bible and praying. Calvin loved Jesus and was blessed to have a personal relationship with his Savior. Calvin has now met his Father face to face and is in his heavenly home.

Calvin leaves behind his wife of 52 years, Ella of Ventura; his children, James (Carol) Josten of Des Moines, Dean (Miriam) Josten of Ventura, Becky (James) Bull of Mason City and Karen (Doug) Faktor of Mason City; seven grandchildren, Matthew, Michael and Luke Josten, Branson and Mitchell Bull and Benjamin and Hannah Faktor; brothers, Marvin (Dianne) Josten of Marshalltown and Edward (Kathy) Josten of Elkader; and many nieces and nephews.

Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, Ewald and Della Josten.

source: © Cataldo Funeral Home, 760 Center Avenue, Garner, Iowa 50438, Phone 641-923-2841; [http://www.cataldofuneralhome.com ]

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