Orlow Webrand Jr.

Orlow Allen Webrand Jr., 90, died on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home. Orlow was born on January 7, 1935, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, the son of Orlow Sr. and Emma (Mienders) Webrand. After graduating from Finchford High School in 1952, he proudly served his country—first with the National Guard from 1953 to 1954, and then in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1957. On April 14, 1957, Orlow was united in marriage to Ethelyn “Tootie” Howard in Waterloo. After completing his military service, he began his civilian career working for the railroad and Rath Packing Company. In the late 1950s, he delivered milk for Walnut Dairy before joining John Deere as a machinist, where he dedicated 30 years of service until his retirement in 1991. He was also a proud member of the Cedar Falls AMVETS Post #49. Anyone who knew Orlow knew he could fix just about anything. He was the one to call if your car broke down or your house needed electrical or plumbing repairs. If a part couldn’t be found, he’d simply make one himself on his lathe in his workshop. Orlow was also an avid fisherman and hunter, often returning home with pheasant, rabbit, or deer—and laying them out in the snow in the backyard, much to the dismay of his daughters. Orlow is survived by his daughters, Vicki (Alan) Baldwin of Cedar Falls, Barbara Webrand of Cedar Falls, and Jolene (Randy) Wilder of Waterloo; grandchildren, Nicole Wilder of Waterloo, Alexandra Wilder of Fountain, CO, Bess (Scott) Diesburg of Cedar Falls, and Jered Baldwin of Littleton, CO; and great-grandchildren, Amya Brookhouser, Adyson and Liam McAlpine, Kylyn Wilder, and Deklyn and Elsie Diesburg. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ethelyn; sons, Howard and Wayne; sisters, Janice (in childhood) and Phyllis Aschenbrenner; and brother, James Webrand. Orlow will be remembered for his steady presence, his generous heart, and his gift for helping others without hesitation. He found joy in the simple things—time spent outdoors, tinkering in his workshop, or sharing a laugh with family and friends. His legacy of kindness, hard work, and devotion to those he loved will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Private graveside services will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Cedar Falls. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Orlow Webrand Jr.

January 7, 1935 - November 1, 2025