In Memory of William "Bill" Carnine
William G. “Bill” Carnine passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2015 at the age of 58.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 7, 2015, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church of Ida Grove, Iowa. The Reverend Richard A. Salcido will officiate. Military Rites will be conducted at the Church by the McNamara-Moore Post No. 61 of the American Legion of Ida Grove, Iowa. Private Family Inurnment will be held in the Ida Grove Cemetery of Ida Grove, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the family present from 6:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on Friday November 6, 2015 at the Christensen – Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa. The Christensen - Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa is in charge of the funeral arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.christensenvanhouten.com
Bill was born on December 14, 1956, in Waukon, Iowa, to James and Margaret (Stehr) Carnine.
Bill grew up near New Albin, Iowa, where he attended elementary school. In 1967 Bill and his family relocated to Storm Lake, Iowa where he continued his education. Bill enlisted into the United States Army and was put into Active Duty on April 24, 1975, where he was stationed in Germany for three of those years. Bill was honorably discharged on November 15, 1979.
After his service to his country, Bill returned home to Storm Lake, Iowa, and went to work at Ernie’s Feed and Field. Bill met the love of his life Kim Ehler and the couple were united into marriage on June 21, 1980, at the Saint Paul Lutheran Church of Holstein, Iowa.
In the early 80’s, Bill started his career in power line construction and started with Nelson Electric. Bill and Kim made their home in Storm Lake, Iowa, where the couple were blessed with a son they named Billy.
While working for Nelson Electric in Darlington, Wisconsin, Bill was given the job opportunity to start working for Grant Lafayette REC. Bill worked away from home until 1990 when the family moved to Ida Grove, Iowa. Bill went to work for North West REC until his retirement in 2011.
Bill enjoyed staying busy and started driving semi, hauling recycling for Holstein Sanitation where he was employed up to the present day.
Bill was elected as an Ida Grove City Councilman on September 5 of 2000 where he was still currently serving and was up for re-election. He was a member of the McNamara - Moore Post No. 61, the American Legion and St. Paul Lutheran Church of Ida Grove, Iowa. Bill was also a retired Ida Grove Fire Fighter. He enjoyed gardening, working in his yard, tinkering in the garage and spending time with his family. Bill will be remembered for his kindness and willingness to always lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Margaret Carnine , an infant sister, Dawn Carnine, and sister-in-law Deb Carnine.
Left to cherish Bill’s memory is his loving wife of 35 years Kim Carnine of Ida Grove, Iowa; son, Billy (Laura) Carnine of Arthur, Iowa; brother, Clark Carnine of Ida Grove, Iowa; sister, Zona (Brad) Wetherell of Merrill, Iowa; brothers-in-law, Dave (Judy) Ehler of Holstein, Iowa, and Dan (Mindy) Ehler of Laurie, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Terri (John) Georg of Holstein, Iowa and Suzie (Scott) Hurley of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
SERVICES
Memorial Services:
11:00 a.m., Saturday,
November 7, 2015
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Ida Grove, Iowa
Military Rites:
McNamara-Moore Post No. 61
of the American Legion
Ida Grove, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Rev. Richard A. Salcido
CASKET BEARERS
Honorary Pallbearers
John Georg
Justin Georg
Bill Gray
Kris Taylor
Tony Schmall
Jim Wurr
VISITATION
4:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.,
Friday, November 6, 2015
Family Present From
6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m., Friday
Christensen- Van Houten
Funeral Home
Ida Grove, Iowa
MUSIC
Geraldine Dankert, Organist
Darwin & Roger Walter, Vocalists
Vocalists Selection
"The Lords Prayer"
INTERMENT
Private Family Inurnment
Ida Grove Cemetery
Ida Grove, Iowa
Condolences
Dana”
Bruce & Beth and the entire Trickel Family.”
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you, and your family. We will Cherish all the fond memories of Bill. ”
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Bill. He will be greatly missed by everybody. ”
From the Goettsch families”
this sad time.
Shirley Ruser
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My sincerest sympathy to all of you. My parents and Bill's parents were together a lot when we were growing up. I was older than Bill and Clark and Zona but remember very fond times. I haven't seen you all for years but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless all of you.
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Sending love, prayers and peace.”
I was sorry to hear about the passing of Bill. May you find comfort in your many memories and strength
through your family and friends. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My Deepest Condolences.
Carol Wetherell”
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all.
Jim Trickel”
So sorry to read about your brother's death. May God ease your pain and give you peace. ”
SunA, TJ and I extend our deepest regrets for your loss. Please hold in your hearts our love for you and Bill. Memories of him will be with me always. I spoke with Jon last night, and we told Bill stories. They were good memories.”
Our most heartfelt condolences.
Karen & Jerry Fontinel
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You and your family are in my thoughts and in my prayers during this difficult time.”
Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this dark time. Please know that our family is keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers.”
Our deepest sympathy to you all. May your wonderful memories of Bill help ease your heartache at this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers for strength and comfort.”
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Thoughts and prayers to and your family. God Bless”
Our deepest condolences and prayers for the entire family. I learned so much serving with Bill, he taught me a lot and he will be missed. ”
It's such a shock when God takes our loved ones so young. My thoughts & prayers are with you, let faith, family & friends help you through this very difficult time.
Virginia Sleeper”
So sorry for your loss. Mike and I have so many great memories of times spent with you guys. Bill was a kind and caring friend.
Mike and Deb”
Tim”
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of loss. My God be near during this trying time.
John & Laurie Lawson”
I am truly sorry for your loss and wish you all the comfort that only God can give you and your family.
Sincerely,
Gary VanderWerf
Floyd County”
Dr Laura Parks and her Staff: Laura, Erin, Ali, Linda, Barb & Kelly”
Words can not properly express my deepest sympathies to you at this time of your life.”
I am so sorry for your loss, our hearts go out to you.
Thoughts and prayers for your family at this difficult time.
Jeff & Jean Chindlund”