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Obituaries » Alan "Al" Van Kley
February 5, 1941 - January 7, 2018
VISITATION
Thursday, January 11
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Memorial Services of Iowa Funeral Home
4208 North Ankeny Blvd.
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 964-0592
FUNERAL SERVICE
Friday, January 12
11:00 AM
Ankeny First United Methodist Church
206 SW Walnut Street
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 964-4249
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To Al's Family; Sorry to hear of Al's passing. We had a lot of great times over the years in the farm toy business. And also with the Iowa State Nebraska rivalries.
So glad to hear of the upcoming Toy Farmer Hall Of Fame Induction. Best wishes to all. Cam Lind, Vintage Farm Toys..........Nebraska Football. Lit by Cam Lind - Sioux Falls, SD - Family Friend Jan 08, 2018
one I'll never forget Lit by Richard Petersen - Wworthington, MN - Classmate Jan 08, 2018
We send our deepest sympathy to Cathy and family. Al will be greatly missed by all of them. I watched Cathy always take care of Al and while he was ill and in Hospice she did not leave his side. He was a lifelong CHICAGO CUB's Fan! Lit by Denny &B Barb Erickson - Jackson, MN - Friend Jan 08, 2018
We have many great memories of Al while attending the farm toy shows over the years , he was always a knowledgeable and fun guy to be around , never will forget how proud he was of the Cubs winning the World Series , our sympathies to the Van Kley family
Robert, Darla , Anthony Walters Lit by Robert , Darla and Anthony Walters - Dyersville, IA - Friend Jan 08, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Lit by Randy Hammond - Friend Jan 08, 2018
Cathy and family, so sorry to hear about your loss. Al was a great person that we truly enjoyed being around and at one time working together at the Big Bud tent at Half Century of Progress show. Even thou we were knee deep in water we still enjoyed ourselves. He will be missed by many and we are send prayers for strength, peace and to hold all those memories close to your hearts where he will always be. Love and hugs coming your way.. Lit by Connie Passmore - Elkhart, IA - Friend Jan 09, 2018
What a guy! He was always so lively. He & Cathy made a great pair, always teasing each other. He will be terribly missed. I am so fortunate to have met them and had them in my life. Please take care Cathy and family, you are well loved and have a lot of support. Just one of your many farm toy friends. Rest in total peace, Al. Lit by Lori Aberle - LaMoure, ND - Friend Jan 09, 2018
Cathy and family--I will always remember Al with special memories. We talked often on the phone during the years after Claire's death and before your retirement. Our tractor cards and eventually our gold tractors were special to Al and made for many good conversations. Special hugs go out to you today. Al will surely be missed. Only you know how very much. May you be surrounded by all the love you have for each other and that you will receive from others.
And also from me.
Cathy Lit by Cathy Scheibe - LaMoure, ND - Friend Jan 09, 2018
I admired Al for his professionalism and his humbleness. I learned a lot from Al during my agronomist days. Al and Cathy made a great team. RIP Al.......you will always be remembered. Lit by Lynn Ostendorf - Clear Lake, IA - Friend Jan 09, 2018
Cathy, I knew Al through working at Farmland. I send my condolences in your losing him. Al was always recognized as being of high integrity and being very cooperative to work with. He was always supportive of our Agronomic programs at Farmland, and I am sorry for his passing. I know he'll rest in peace. Lit by Gary Colliver - Gravois Mills, MO - Coworker Jan 09, 2018
Cathy and family - sorry to hear of Al's passing.
But the memories we hold are forever!
God will take care of your every need as he promised - trust in him! Lit by Gary Alberts - West Bend, IA - Friend Jan 09, 2018
Dear Jeff, Linda, Tyler and Van Kley family,
We so enjoyed meeting your dad at the various events you've had over the years. We found him so interesting, outgoing and fun loving. What a great man! He will be greatly missed. Our hearts go out to you. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Love, David, Vicki and kids. Lit by David & Vicki Sturms - Hinsdale, IL - Friend Jan 09, 2018
Cathy and family, what a privilege it was to be your neighbor from 2006-2014. I am forever indebted to you both for taking care of our lawn while I was incapacitated in 2013. Al will be missed by many, including us. You remain in our prayers for the days ahead. Lit by Bruce Berven - Castle Rock, CO - Friend Jan 10, 2018
Lit by Bruce Berven - Castle Rock, CO - friend Jan 11, 2018
To Al's Family I worked with Al during my time at Cylinder Coop from mid-1970s thru 1996. Al was a trusted supplier, offered good advice, and worked hard to keep local Coop's competitive. We are sorry for your loss, but always remember the good times!
Harry Bormann
Grain Team Leader
MaxYield Cooperative Lit by Harry Bormann - Cylinder, IA - Acquaintance Jan 12, 2018
