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December 2, 2009

First United Methodist Church home tour and nativity display

First United Methodist Church’s fourth annual Christmas Tour of Homes and Nativity Display will take place Friday, Dec. 4 from 5–8 p.m. with a free will offering soup supper provided by the First United Methodist women from 4:30–7 p.m. and on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 2–8 p.m. Admission is $5.

Enjoy the inspirational display of nativities and the beautifully decorated homes of Lynetta Wales, Dan and Lottie Wilson and Ron and Susan Harshman. All proceeds benefit Appanoose County charities. For tickets or information, contact the church office at (641) 856-3213.



The home of Lynetta Wales was built in 1952 by “Red” Buchanan. Ron and Lynetta purchased the home in 1975 and built on an addition the following year expanding the kitchen, and adding a bathroom and bedroom. This same year their third child Ronda was born, joining two older siblings, Jon and Alison. Lynetta and Ron built a work shop near the alley behind the house in 2000. Ron used the lower portion as a workshop and Lynetta used the upper portion to store “things.”

After Ron passed away Lynetta converted the space for her business with Sandy Poncy called Petal Pushers.

Visitors to Lynettas’ charming home will enjoy seeing her talent for arrangements everywhere, as well as a special collection of red glassware plates given to her by her mother.



The house was built in 1901 and has been added to over the years. The land was first owned by J.W. Lane, who platted the area. Subsequent owners included David Lee, J. M. Beck, who purchased the house in 1919, Lyle Hellyer and William Cain in 1966, and Florice Long who sold the home to the Wilsons in 1993. Mr. Beck raised his family in the home, including former Iowegian publisher Bob Beck.

The house is large with many bedrooms. Over the years some of the rooms were rented to college students and others.

The property is bounded on the south by the Centerville City Park and on the north by Maple Street.

The Wilsons have five children, Melissa, Becky, Amanda, Rachael and Pat and appreciate the space afforded during the holidays when family comes to visit. It is a home that has been “well used” and continues to be to this day.



Our home was started as a spec home in 2003 by Larry and Jan Spurgeon. We entered into the process in April 2004 and moved in Nov. 1, 2004. The exterior is finished in the EFAS process (similar to stucco) with detail that resembles stone work around all the doors and windows and accented on the corners of the home.

We have a fabulous deck that wraps around the northwest side of our home. We also have stamped concrete on the lower level that adds additional space to enjoy the outdoors. 

Interiorly we went with the philosophy that “life is too short to be beige” or bland, so you will find that all our rooms have lively colors and we like to think of it as “HAPPY!” We wanted to make our home full of architectural detail, so we have wide woodwork moldings and beautiful crown molding around the ceilings. We’ve added a few twists here and there, so look around and enjoy.

Our Christmas decorating is all about fun. Lime green, red and silver tie in our love for Santa, who so graciously helps us all celebrate the birth of Christ. This theme you will see throughout the main floor. The kitchen area highlights the “snow village” that Susan has collected for over 20 years. The master bedroom will surprise you with a fun color twist to celebrate the season.

The lower level is all about the kids. The boy's Santa Train circles the tree calling out “Merry Christmas.” Each child has a tree in their room that reflects their activities or special passions. Garrison is a huge Chicago Cubs fan, Thaler’s tree is all about being a Big Red. David and Patrick’s room emphasize their love for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Patrick is also playing baseball for the Hawkeye’s, so we couldn’t let baseball go unnoticed.

We truly believe that Christmas is a very magical, special time of year. We wish you and your family a very blessed Christmas and great start to 2010.

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