"Arlene, Joan, Allen, So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. You were good neighbors!! We had alot of fun together! I will always remember Jim's good stories,he made us laugh! My husband, Neelo and I are thinking of you at this time. Peace be with all of you and your families. Love in Christ, Joan Helmich Boomgaarden and husband Neelo"
In loving memory of
Harold H. Fitch
December 11, 1922 - September 20, 2011
Harold Henry Fitch was born December 11, 1922, in Wesley, Iowa, the son of Edward and Rosa (Hix) Fitch. At a young age his family moved to the Burt area before moving to central Nebraska and then settling back in the Sexton area where he attended country school. After his schooling he worked with the Civilian Conservation Corps for a while before going to Grand Island, Nebraska to work for a sheet metal company.
Later Harold entered the military and served his country in the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge Harold settled in Renwick and began farming.
On November 27, 1946, Harold was united in marriage to Arlene Eggerth at the St. Paul Lutheran Church Parsonage in Renwick, Iowa. After their marriage they lived and farmed near Renwick their entire lives. Harold enjoyed fishing, hunting and planting trees. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and the American Legion Harvey-McPeak Post #289 of Renwick.
Harold died Tuesday, September 20, 2011, at the Humboldt Care Center South in Humboldt, Iowa. He was 88.
He is survived by his wife, Arlene Fitch of Renwick; daughter, Joan Fort and Robert Cross of Humboldt; son, Allen and Susan Fitch of Holstein; grandchildren, Darlene Box, Donald Box and Dixie Miller all of Humboldt, Randy Pedersen of Newell, Christa Thompson of Waterloo, Steven Fitch of Fonda, Andrew Broesder of Des Moines and Lanae Broesder of Ames; great-grandchildren, Keisha, Kolton, BreAnna, Brooklyn, Brewster, Hailey, Donovan, Austin, Nathan, Belle and Grace; sister, Esther and Andrew Miller of Cedar Rapids and brother-in-law, Martin Zimmerman of Whittemore and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Victor and Chester Fitch, Leona Williams, Lyle Fitch, Lois Zimmerman and Edna Lange.
Tributes
"Arlene, You and Jim always brought so much joy into my world with your big beautiful smile and warm hugs. We had so much laughter amongst ourselves reminiscing about the good old days.Arlene you were a wonder wife, a good friend,Aunt and Grandma. I am blessed to have had Jim a part of my family as I am blessed to have you Arlene. God be with Jim.Prayers to you Arlene. Love Dawn Heyenga AKA Destival"
"Arlene, Allen and Family, So sorry to hear about your loss. I have a lot of great memories from coming over to your house when growing up and always being entertained by Harold while waiting for Al. He was a funny and great person to know, and I will always will remember those times. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your Family. "
"We always enjoyed our visits with you, Arlene, in Iowa and the many laughs we had with you and "Jim" when he started telling stories. So sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you and your family."
"Dear Arlene and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I enjoyed seeing Harold's smile and visiting with you both at work, and will miss it greatly. God be with you all at this difficult time. Sincerely, Madge Jackson"