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Jean A. Ranum

Jean A. Ranum

March 10, 1951 - November 4, 2024


Gathering of Family and Friends

  • Date: November 15, 2024
  • Time: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  • Location: Northwood VFW

Jean A. Ranum, age 73, of Northwood, Iowa, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home. Jean was born on March 10, 1951, to Orin and Inez Sparby. She had two siblings Joyce (Robert) Towsley of San Antonio, TX, and Lynn Sparby of San Antonio, TX. Jean had three children, Christina (Mark) Yates of Garner, IA, Ken Trappe of Forest City, IA, Carrie (Aaron) Dick of Tow, TX. She had many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jean spent the last 34 years with her partner Anthony (Tony) Hildman. Some of Jean’s favorite hobbies were making her yard beautiful with gardening and having as many twinkly lights in her garden as possible. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Jean is survived by her partner Anthony, her three children, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Orin and Inez Sparby, Anthony’s parents, Dennis and Glenda Hildman, and Anthony’s brother Mitchell Hildman. The family will be having an informal gathering at the VFW in Northwood on Friday, November 15, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to celebrate the beautiful life of Jean. Schroeder-Hoff Funeral Home of Northwood is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.schroederfuneralhomes.com.

 

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Darryl Dagestad

November 10, 2024 - 3:08 PM

Sorry for your loss carrie she was a good woman


Matt McKenzie

November 8, 2024 - 12:07 PM

I will miss Jean's welcoming personality and sense of humor. So enjoyed the time I got to spend with her. My deepest condolences to Tony, her children, and her extended family.




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