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Humboldt, Iowa · Worthington Park
Honoring the service and sacrifice of those who answered the call — both the living and the fallen.
Our Mission
The Humboldt Veterans Memorial is a community-driven effort to create a permanent, respectful tribute to the veterans of Humboldt and Humboldt County — those still with us and those we've lost.
The project was spearheaded by Daryle Zwiefel, a retired Humboldt Postmaster and Vietnam War Army veteran, who recognized that Humboldt deserved a dedicated place to honor its own. "We're losing names of our Veterans. They're dying off and they're gone," Zwiefel said.
This memorial will stand as a lasting reminder that their service will never be forgotten — by this generation or any that follows.
The Design
All granite stones are sourced and made in the United States, ensuring quality and honoring the spirit of the memorial.
A formal arched entry marks the southwest corner of the memorial, welcoming visitors into a dignified and contemplative space.
The site will be lit at night, ensuring the memorial can be visited and honored at any hour along the Highway 169 corridor.
Access ramps on both the south and west sides ensure the memorial is welcoming and accessible to all who come to pay their respects.
Flag inserts around the perimeter allow additional flags to be flown for special occasions like Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
Special recognition stones are planned for the local VFW and American Legion posts in honor of their decades of service to veterans.
News & Updates
The Humboldt Veterans Memorial Association won $10,000 in the MidAmerican Energy CARES grand prize drawing at the Iowa State Fair — on top of a $1,000 daily prize — bringing the total gift to $11,000. The association was one of 10 nonprofits selected for the program. "This donation helps us move a giant step closer," said Veterans Affairs Director Dean Ewoldt.
The Humboldt Veterans Memorial Association officially announced plans to build the memorial at the southwest corner of Worthington Park, adjacent to Highway 169 South. Parks Superintendent Clayton Vorland proposed the highly visible location. Fundraising launched with a goal of $300,000.
This page will be updated as new milestones are reached. Have a news item to share? Contact us and we'll get it posted here.
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Photos will be added here as the memorial project progresses. Check back for ground-breaking coverage, fundraising events, and construction updates.
Support the Mission
The Humboldt Veterans Memorial Association has set a fundraising goal of $300,000 — enough to ensure that every Humboldt County veteran can be honored without cost to their family.
Thanks to the generosity of community members and supporters like MidAmerican Energy, the project is moving forward. Every contribution, large or small, brings us closer to dedicating this memorial.
Donations are tax deductible through the nonprofit Friends of the Parks.
Make checks payable to Friends of the Parks.
Donations are tax deductible.
Get in Touch
Humboldt Veterans Memorial
PO Box 111
Humboldt, IA 50548
515-368-0479
Humboldt Veterans
Memorial Association
Memorial Committee
Daryle Zwiefel · Scott Zipse · Ariel Echevarria · Vicki Schwint · Ron Rasmussen · Paul Yost