Alfred Mechaelsen

Alfred Mechaelsen, 89 of Kamrar, died on Tuesday November 4, 2025. Visitation will be held at the Community Church of Kamrar, in Kamrar, Iowa, on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Funeral Service will be at 2 PM on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the Community Church of Kamrar. The family has entrusted Boman Funeral Home (www.bomanfh.com) with the services.

Alfred was born on November 23, 1935 to Joe and Gertie (Greenfield) Mechaelsen. He lived most of his life in the Kamrar area, where he dedicated himself to farming. Over the years, he raised hogs, a few cattle, and sheep, and always had at least one loyal dog by his side. He grew corn, soybeans, and hay, and spent his days working hard on the farm, doing chores, and helping his wife, Kay, raise their three children.

Family was at the center of Alfred’s life. He and Kay drove many miles attending their children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events—basketball, football, track, baseball, and softball. No game was complete without popcorn and Pepsi. They also loved watching the grandkids’ school plays and spent many happy hours with family and friends.

He married Kay Songer on February 14, 1959, they were married for 50 years and celebrated the milestone with a wonderful party hosted by their children. Together, they enjoyed square dancing, which brought them lasting friendships, plenty of laughter. Their home was always open to family, friends, and neighborhood children, as Kay babysat for many families over the years.

Alfred had a few favorite local spots, including Pickles Pub in Kamrar, Dairy Queen, The Lunch Box, and Grid Iron in Webster City for fried chicken. He enjoyed a good cup of coffee each morning, sometimes tea or a Pepsi in the afternoon, and he never turned down a donut from Casey’s.

He loved driving around the countryside to check on the crops and see what was new in the area. He could often be found listening to the morning news on KQWC radio or reading a devotional. In the evenings, he liked watching the news, sports, and his favorite show, Everybody Loves Raymond, which never failed to bring a laugh. He also enjoyed classic country music.

A lifelong member of the Community Church of Kamrar, Alfred faithfully served on the Elder Board and Deacon Board and also taught Sunday school. His faith, family, and friendships were the foundation of his life.

Alfred was known for his sarcastic sense of humor and quick one-liners. He enjoyed sharing a good clean joke and appreciated anyone who could tell one back. Alfred’s love for family, laughter, and simple joys will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.

He is survived by his children: Lendall (Marcia) Mechaelsen, Carol (Paul) Huisman, and Glenda (Jeff) Meyer; grandchildren: Amanda Huisman, Angela Huisman, Lucas (Maddie) Mechaelsen, AJ (Caitlin) Meyer, Marcus (Katlynn) Mechaelsen, Leah (Ean) Houck, and Stacey (Ty) Sawyer; great-grandchildren: Jag Paulson, Lauren Powers, Chloe Powers, Calvin Mechaelsen, Warren Mechaelsen, Maxwell Mechaelsen, Weston Mechaelsen, and Gary James Houck and three more great-grandbabies on the way; sister Margaret Brekke; sisters-in-law: Shirley Trusty and Shirley Songer; and brother-in-law Ron (Barb) Songer. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Gertie Mechaelsen; parents-in-law Don and Ethel Songer; wife Kay, in 2009; brother Earl Mechaelsen; brothers-in-law: Cleo Brekke, Don Songer, Gary Songer, Jerry Trusty and Lute Olson; and sisters-in-law: Bev Olson and Mary Lou Mechaelsen