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Isabella M. Opitz
Isabella M. Opitz, 95, of Webster, SD died
Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at Lake Area Hospital in Webster.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Eden with the Fr. Jim Friedrich officiating. Burial was in the St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery in Eden.
Visitation was from 1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 27, 2002 at the Mohs Funeral Home in Webster. Visitation resumed from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Scared Heart Catholic Church in Eden with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation resumed again one hour prior to the services at the church on Tuesday.
Isabella was born on April 2, 1907 in Marshall County, SD to Joseph and Cecelia (Thuringer) Janisch. She attended Sisseton Public School and in 1926 she graduated from Sisseton High School. Following school she worked at Ft. Sisseton. On October 4, 1928 she married Hubert Opitz in Eden. They farmed in the Eden area until 1974 when Hubert retired from farming and they moved into Eden. Hubert passed away in 1980. Isabella continued to live in Eden until one week ago.
Isabella was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Altar Society, Widows Club and Card Club. Isabella enjoyed playing cards and reading.
She is survived by one son, Delmar (Sibylla) Opitz of Webster, SD; two daughters, Arlene (Don) Quarve of St. Cloud, MN and Pat (David) Waletich of Milbank, SD; 17 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 9 great-great-grandchildren and one brother, Walter Janisch of Washington.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and one sister.
Milton "Ping" Aas
Milton “Ping” Aas passed away June 11, 2004, in Yuma, AZ.
He was born April 7, 1929 to Edward and Inga Aas in Marshall County South Dakota. Baptized in Hope Lutheran Church and confirmed in Goodwill Lutheran Church in Sisseton, SD. He farmed with his dad until he entered the Army in 1951.
He served three years in Germany at which time he attended and graduated from the N. C. O. Academy in Munich.
After receiving an honorable discharge, he returned to South Dakota where he was employed with Metz Baking Company until his retirement. He then moved to Ellensburg, WA and was employed with the state civil service for Central Washington University as supervisor of Sales and Purchasing for Central Stores. At the age of 60 years, he received his 2nd retirement from the state of Washington.
A short time later he and his wife Jan moved to Yuma, AZ. He and Jan enjoyed fishing and camping, riding their quads in the desert and mountains. They did a lot of traveling and sight seeing throughout different states.
He was a member of the American Legion, Moose Lodge, VFW, Masonic Lodge and Shrine. He was initiated in the Shrine at Minneapolis, MN, where he received his Fez. He later joined the Glenwood Shrine Club at Glenwood, MN.
He is survived by his wife Jan at 14261 E. 28th Lane, Yuma, AZ, 85367-5517, son Greg of Aberdeen, SD, and daughter Lori Kay of Clear Lake, SD, step-sons Ron of Bonney Lake, WA, and Rod of Denver, CO, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Three sisters, Grace Meyer of Ellensburg, WA, Hilda Peterson of Sisseton, SD, and Ella Hustel of Veblen, SD, numerous nieces and nephews, and many friends.
Ping was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and six brothers.
Lucille M. Anderson
Funeral Service for Lucille M. Anderson, 71, of Waubay, SD, was held on Friday, June 25, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, rural Waubay, SD, with Rev. John Robertson officiating. Pallbearers were "Lucille's sons," Glen Anderson, Thomas Anderson, Gene Anderson, Bruce Anderson, Colin Anderson, and Dana Anderson. Honorary Pallbearers were "All of Lucille's friends and relatives. " Pianist was Billy Kohl. Interment was in St. James Episcopal Cemetery, rural Waubay. There was an all night wake service starting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at the St. James Episcopal Church Guild Hall. The Cahill Funeral Chapel of Sisseton, SD, was in charge of arrangements.
Lucille Murcie Robertson was born on June 30, 1932 in Sisseton, SD, to Thomas Andrew and Alvina Clara (Owen) Robertson. She attended country school near Waubay.
Lucille was united in marriage to Gene Alan Anderson on August 2, 1954 in Wheaton, MN. Lucille stayed at home and raised her children until Gene passed away in October of 1980. She then went to work as a cook at the Waubay School and later worked as a cook at the Red Rose Restaurant at the Dakota Sioux Casino in Watertown, SD.
Lucille enjoyed sewing quilts, cooking, crossword puzzles and gardening. She was a member of the St. James Episcopal Church as well as a past president of their ladies aid. Lucille passed away peacefully on June 22, 2004 at the Bethesaida Home in Webster, SD, following a lengthy illness.
Lucille is survived by seven children, Glen (Liz) Anderson of Sisseton, SD, Thomas Anderson of Waubay, SD, Gene M. Anderson of Watertown, SD, Bruce (Lois) Anderson of Sisseton, SD, Eileen Anderson of Watertown, SD, Colin Anderson of Sioux Falls, SD, and Dana Anderson of Fargo, ND; two sisters, Belva (Ray) Hatley of Waubay, SD, and Betty Eberhardt of Waubay, SD; 21 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Lucille was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and three brothers.
Curt Benson
Curt Benson died March 31, 2004 at age 95.
At Curt’s request there will be no services.
Curt was born March 26, 1909, in Sisseton, SD. His parents were Alfred and Hilda Benson.
He had four brothers, Myron, Raymond, Lane and Richard, who are all deceased.
Curt was married to Adeline La-Croix for 18 years. She died of cancer at age 36.
Two years later, he married Frances (Chink) Rudeen. She died of an aneurysm surgery in 1994 at the age of 75. Since then, Curt has lived in the home they built in Sequim, WA.
He will be missed by daughter Marcia and husband Charles, grandchildren Michael, Kevin, Shawn and Dee Dee and their families, as well as many friends and relatives.
Curt loved poetry, music (his favorite song was “I Did It My Way”), humor and the outdoors.
Curt left home at an early age with three pennies in his pocket. He worked on farms, as a musician in his orchestra, a baker in Minneapolis, MN, a mechanic in Flint, MI, at Swift and Company in South Saint Paul, MN, and at the Boeing Company in Seattle, WA.
During the war years he worked on highway construction in the Yukon and the Northwest Territory, Canada. He spent two years building an Army Base in Thule, Greenland, and for International making 105 mm shells.
After the war he invested in equipment and worked in the logging and commercial fishing business. He started the Benny Curtis orchestra, a poultry business, a trailer manufacturing business, a construction business and the Colonial nightclub business in Mendota, MN.
He retired in Sequim, WA. There will be cremation.
Byron L. Kane
A memorial service for Byron L. Kane was held at the First Presbyterian Church in Kingwood, TX on June 12, 2004.
Byron Kane was born on April 16, 1930 in La Junta, CO. He was the son of Claude and Orpha Kane. Byron was a former resident and 1948 graduate of Sisseton High School.
Byron served in the National Guard and his unit in Sisseton was called to active duty in Alaska. Later, he joined the Naval Reserve. During his distinguished career in Naval Intelligence he was given many leadership assignments. His final assignment was in charge of naval intelligence operations in the southeastern United States. Byron retired in 1985 with the rank of Captain.
After obtaining his masters degree in Geology in 1958 from the School of Mines in Rapid City, SD, Byron began his career as a geologist in Lafayette, LA with Texaco Oil and later worked in New Orleans, LA for Lockheed Engineering Services and in Houston, TX for Cabot Corp and IP Petroleum. At Lockheed, Byron helped train the Apollo astronauts in geology and also studied samples of moon rocks that were brought back during the program.
Byron enjoyed woodworking, hunting and spending time with his family.
Byron passed away on June 6, 2004 at the Silverado Alzheimers Facility in Kingwood, TX. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jerry, daughter Pam, son Tim, daughter-in-law Rita, grandsons Jason, Stephen and Alan of Kingwood, TX, sister Nyleen and brother-in-law Helmer Pederson of Richfield, MN.
Vivian King-Wanna
Funeral Service for Vivian King-Wanna, 90, of Sisseton, SD, was held on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Catherine's Catholic Church, Sisseton, SD, with Rev. Fr. Walter Butor, OMI, and Senior Catechist John Cloud III, Clyde Kampeska Lay Reader, and Fillmore Simon C. L. P. officiating. Pallbearers were Justin German, Winfield Rondell Jr., Emery White Jr., Glen Wanna Sr., Spencer Julius, Glen Wanna Jr., Eric Wanna, Michael Wanna, Todd Brown, Amos White, Keith Huff, Alcott Brant, Jacob Keeble, Chris Brown, Chad Brown, Lincoln D. Wanna, Milton Renville, Winfield Thompson Jr., Benjamin Thompson, Craig Spider, Joe Eastman, and Arness Titus. Honorary Pallbearers were Ember Keeble, Anna Wanna, Darlene King, Beatrice Wanna, Alma Renville, Melvina LaBatte, Bernice Johnson, Vastana James, Ethal Spider, Tina White, Diane White, Wanda Johnson, Inez Marks, Sara Jane Siyaka, Pearl LaBatte, Geraldine Keeble, Richanda Hill, Lillian Greeley, Verzella Huckfeldt, Karen Janisch, Lydia Thompson, Alfreda Spider, Paul and Marcia Backman, and "All of Vivian's friends". Organist was Billy Kohl. Special Music was provided by Butch Felix and Carl Lufkins Sr. Interment was in the St. Matthew's Catholic Cemetery, rural Veblen, SD. Wake Services were Tuesday, June 22 and Wednesday, June 23, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Tribal Community Center, Agency Village, SD. Wednesday's wake service was all night. The Cahill Funeral Chapel of Sisseton, SD, was in charge of arrangements.
Vivian Effie King was born on June 26, 1913 in Sisseton, SD, to Amos and Ella (White) King. She attended country school in Long Hollow and grade school at Wahpeton Indian School.
After her education she was united in marriage to Wilfred Brown Sr. on October 14, 1936 in Roberts County. Vivian married Spencer Wanna on May 24, 1980 in Veblen, SD. Vivian worked at Schiltz Foods and for the Green Thumb Program. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards, quilting and cooking, and loved to care for her grandchildren.
Vivian passed away suddenly on June 20, 2004 in Sisseton.
Vivian is survived by six children, Duane Brown of Sisseton, SD, Allen Brown Sr. of Browns Valley, MN, Vernice Huff of Sisseton, SD, Jacqueline Wanna of Sisseton, SD, Spencer Wanna Jr. of Veblen, SD, and Charlene Wanna of Sisseton, SD; two sisters, Tillie Brown of Sisseton, SD, and Ethel Spider of Ft. Thompson, SD; 34 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren; and 9 great-great-grandchildren.
Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, four sons, one grandchild, three great-grandchildren, two brothers and five sisters.
Lyn Christianson Smart
Lyn Christianson Smart, 25, Sioux Falls, SD, died from injuries received from a motorcycle accident.
Survivors include her parents, Ron and Lindy Smart, Sioux Falls, SD, sister, Jena Christianson, Sioux Falls, SD, her wonderful love, Nathan Roberts, Sioux Falls, SD; Del Christianson; and grandparents, Wally and Donna Smart, Sioux Falls, SD, Elsie Christianson, MN. Her grandparents, Evie and Milton Sonstegard and D. C. Christianson, preceded her in death.
Funeral Services will be held 1:00 pm, Tuesday, at First Baptist Church, 22nd and Covell Avenue. Visitation begins at noon, Monday with the family present to greet friends from 7:00 to 8:00 Monday night at Miller Funeral Home, 13th and Main Avenue.
Carl M. Nelson
Funeral Service for Carl Myron Nelson, 91 of Sisseton, SD, was held on Thursday, July 22, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Sisseton, SD, with Rev. Clara Wads-worth officiating. Pallbearers were Guy Mackner, Leon Palmer, Bruce Prins, Bobby Hanson, Gene Frank, and Tim Hanson. Honorary Pallbearers were the Otto-Quande-Renville American Legion Post #50 and Sisseton Masonic Lodge #131. Organist was Ember Dady. Interment was in the Sisseton Cemetery with military rites by the Otto-Quande-Renville American Legion Post #50 and Fort Sisseton VFW Post #3342. Visitation was Wednesday, July 21, 2004 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Cahill Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday. The Cahill Funeral Chapel of Sisseton, SD, was in charge of arrangements.
Carl Myron Nelson was born on June 27, 1913 in Cannon Falls, MN, to O. W. and Elsie (Peterson) Nelson. He graduated from Battle Lake High School in 1931.
Carl worked on the Grand Cooley Dam before entering the Army on June 21, 1940 and served until November 19, 1945 where he received the American Defense Ribbon, American Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal.
Carl was united in marriage to June A. Buethe on April 3, 1943 in Midland, TX. Carl was interested in television and photography, subjects he had studied at the Coyne School of Chicago and in the Army Air Corps.
Carl and his family moved to Sisseton in 1945. In the old Ivan Green building, Carl set up a television store. A pioneer in the television business, Carl introduced the new miracle of television to hundreds of families in the years after the war.
The Nelson's later opened a photography business, which they operated until 1986. The couple attended the Falk School of Photography in Maryville, MO, to brush up on the latest in photography.
June passed away on February 11, 1998. Carl was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church in Sisseton, serving in various positions. He was a member of the Otto-Quande-Renville American Legion Post #50, The Sisseton Masonic Lodge #131, The Valley View Country Club, and was a very active bowler at the Lakeland Lanes in Sisseton.
Carl passed away on July 18, 2004 at the Tekakwitha Nursing Center in Sisseton, SD.
Carl is survived by his daughter and her husband, Natalie and Robert Rae of Sioux Falls, SD; one brother, Lloyd Nelson of Lamesa, CA; two grandchildren, Tracey Rae of Kenosha, WI, and Tony and wife, Lisa Rae of Pierre, SD; and three great-grandchildren, Stephen, Christopher and Ragan Rae of Pierre, SD.
Carl was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, June; and one brother, Arnie.
Dr. Darl Bien
Memorial service for Dr. Darl Bien, formerly of rural Veblen, was held July 17 at Denver, CO.
Darl died July 6, 2004, at the age of 63, following a battle with cancer.
Darl was born July 12, 1940, at Britton, SD, to Clara and Emil Bien. He was baptized and confirmed at Trondhjem Lutheran Church, rural Veblen. He attended Nordland I County School and graduated from Veblen High School in 1958. He graduated in 1962 with a B. S. (Cum Laude) from Huron College. He received both an M. S. and Ph. D. from Case Western Reserve University at Cleveland, OH.
He was an Aerospace Engineer at the NASA Lewis Research Center at Cleveland, OH, from 1962-1971. From there he became a professor of statistics at the University of Denver for the next 33 years. He served as Associate Dean, and was currently the Chairman of the Department of Statistics.
He was also a visiting professor of management in the U. S. Virgin Islands, a visiting professor at Southern Denmark Business School, Sonderburg, Denmark, and a Fullbright lecturer in Statistics at Trent Polytechnic Institute in Nottingham, England.
In addition to being a dedicated professor he was well-known for his work in Thailand where he made seven trips studying HIV/Aids transmission treatment, and prevention.
He was also an expert witness for court cases involving discrimination, personal injury, and fraud.
Dr. Bien was an avid runner and participated in many marathons.
He is survived by his daughter, Christa Milby, and his son Erik Bien and wife Beverly of Denver, CO; his grandson, Ian Milby; two step-grandsons, Patrick and Justin Jackson, also of Denver, CO; a special friend, Christine Morganweck of Parker, CO; brothers and sister-in-laws, Neil and Muriel Bien, Veblen, SD, Admiral Lyle and Cathy Bien, Hillhead, SD, Gary and Vicki Bien, Masonville, CO, Dr. Boyd and Kathie Bien, San Antonio, TX; sister and brother-in-law, Edna and Tom Anderson; and sister, Rita Bien Hutchins. Also, 11 nieces and nephews and 7 great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clara and Emil Bien of rural Hillhead, SD.
Ronnie L. Renville
Funeral Service for Ronnie L. Renville, 63, of Sisseton, SD, was held on Monday, July 19, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at the Tribal Community Center, Agency Village, SD, with Senior Catechist John Cloud III, Catechist Clyde Kampeska, and Filmore Simon CLP officiating. Pallbearers were Terry Renville, Buddy Feather, Lavern DeMarrias Jr., Greg Crantz, Bruce DeMarrias, Floyd DeMarrias, Stacey LaBlanc, and Harlan DuMarce. Honorary Pallbearers were Clifford Quinn, Richard Nyman, Byron Renville, Curtis Bird, Waylon Horne, Leonard DuMarce Jr., John Hill, Tyrone Keeble, John Leith, and Curtis Redearth. Pianist was Billy Kohl. Interment was in St. Mary's Episcopal Cemetery, Agency Village, SD. Wake Services were Saturday and Sunday, July 17 and 18 starting at 7:00 p.m. with Sunday's wake service being all night. The Cahill Funeral Chapel of Sisseton, SD, was in charge of arrangements.
Ronald Lee Renville was born on June 30, 1941 in Sisseton, SD, to Francis and Rebecca (Flute) Renville. He attended school at the Wahpeton Indian School, Flandreau Indian School and the Sisseton Public Schools. After his school days he spent a lot of time traveling and working various jobs along the way. In the late 1960's he worked and lived in Chicago, IL, and in Los Angeles, CA. He then moved to Minneapolis, MN, where he lived and worked until he became disabled and then moved back to Sisseton. Ronnie spent his time with his friends and he liked to watch sports on TV.
He passed away on July 15, 2004 at Meritcare Hospital in Fargo, ND.
Ronnie is survived by two sisters, Joyce Crantz of Flandreau, SD, and Connie DeMarrias of Sisseton, SD; and two brothers, Melvin Renville of Flandreau, SD, and Darrell G. Renville of Sisseton, SD.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, one sister, and one infant son.
James R. Helwig
James R. Helwig, 66, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away on June 23, 2004 at his home. Services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 28 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. The visitation was held two hours prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the chapel. A graveside service was held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO.
James was born on June 18, 1938 to James A. and Clara (Wika) Helwig in South Dakota, where he grew up working on the family farm. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy, and after serving his tour, he entered the U. S. Naval Reserves. James had owned his own Taco John’s restaurants in Des Moines, IA and Fort Walton Beach, FL for twenty years. He was known by friends and family as the “Polish Prince”. He was such a free spirit and was always full of laughter. James loved to tell stories, and was often compared to J. R. from “Dallas”.
James is survived by his wife of 33 years, Shirley Helwig; his children, Julie Klahn and son-in-law Michael, Jill Helwig, David Helwig, and Kimberly Lenox and son-in-law Mike; his siblings, Harriet Irany, Arlene Hein, Tom Helwig, Ron Helwig, and Cindy Helwig.
Orin A. Medenwald
Orin A. Medenwald, 85 of Lidgerwood, ND, died on Friday, July 16, 2004 at the Innovis Hospital in Fargo, ND.
Funeral services were on Tuesday, July 20, 2004 at 2:00 p.m., at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church, with Rev. Joseph Crosswhite officiating, and burial was with Military Honors by the Lidgerwood American Legion Bullis Post #84 in Holy Cross Lutheran Cemetery, Lidgerwood. Visitation was on Monday, July 19 afternoon from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m., at the Frank Family Funeral Home in Lidgerwood, and then there was visitation on Tuesday morning from 8:00 a.m. until noon at the Funeral Home, then one hour prior to the service at the church. Pallbearers were nephews: Ruben Medenwald Jr., Gerald Medenwald, Kenneth Medenwald, Tom Schneider, Edward VanVlaenderen and Keith Mikesh. Honorary pallbearers were: “All his neighbors and friends”. Organist and soloist was Curt Brownlee.
Orin A. Medenwald was born on August 16, 1918 in Duerr Township, rural Lidgerwood, son of Richard and Elsie (Roeder) Medenwald. He attended rural schools in Elma Township, grew up on the farm in the Hankinson area, was confirmed in Roberts County, SD on July 17, 1932. Orin worked in California at McDonald Douglas Aircraft from 1940-1942, then returned to Lidgerwood, and entered the Army Air Force on April 26, 1942 at Fort Snelling, MN, served in the Algeria-French Morocco, Tunisia, Naples-Foggia, Rome Arno, and China Battles and Campaigns, and was discharged on September 25, 1945 at Camp McCoy, WI, then returned to Lidgerwood, ND. He was united in marriage to Jeanette G. Jasmer on February 15, 1945 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Lidgerwood, and they farmed north of Lidgerwood. Mrs. Medenwald died on June 29, 1984, and he continued to farm until July 15, 2000, when he retired and then moved into Lidgerwood, where he has resided since. He enjoyed reading and fishing.
He was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Lidgerwood American Legion Bullis Post #84, and had been on the Dexter Township Board and Dexter Township School Board, and a WWII Veteran.
Survivors are, a daughter, Vickie (Paul) Swanson of Lidgerwood, a brother: Ruben (Delores) Medenwald, Sr., of Wahpeton, five sisters: Ethel (Lee) Rotsinger of Van Wert, OH, Lucille VanVlaenderen of Glenesceo, ND, Viola (John) Mikesh of Lidgerwood, ND, Lavine Stewart of Anchorage, AK and Bernice (Ben) Differding of Breckenridge, MN, two grandchildren: Heather (Sarge) Truesdell of Soldotna, AL, and Matthew (Heidi) Swanson of San Diego, CA, and one great grandson, Jersey Truesdell of Soldotna, AL.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Jeanette, infant son, Kevin, and two brothers: Elvin and Richard Jr. Medenwald.
Louise Pratt
Funeral Mass for Louise Pratt, 98, of Sisseton, SD, was held on Wednesday, July 21, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Sisseton, SD, with Rev. Fr. Walter Butor, OMI, Celebrant. Pallbearers were Bob Nichols, Bobby Nichols, Joe West, Ron McGurk, Mark Marotz, and Norman Tchida. Honorary Pallbearers were "All of Louise's Family and Friends". Organist was Bill Nelson and song leader was Teresa Arbach. Interment was in St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, Sisseton, SD. Visitation was Tuesday, July 20, 2004 from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Cahill Funeral Chapel, and one hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday. The Cahill Funeral Chapel of Sisseton, SD, was in charge of arrangements.
Louise Pratt was born on February 6, 1906 in Britt, IA, to Eugene and Mary Ellen (Jordan) McGurk. She grew up and attended school in Estelline, SD.
She was united in marriage to Henry "Hank" Pratt on January 3, 1923 in Watertown, SD. The couple ran a café in Brookings, SD. In 1942, the couple moved to Sisseton, SD, where they ran Pratt's Café. Louise worked for Stavig Bros. Department Store and also worked at the Sisseton Public Schools in the lunchroom.
Louise was a longtime caretaker for St. Peter's Catholic Church, a longtime member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, and Altar Society.
Louise passed away on July 19, 2004 at the Tekakwitha Nursing Center in Sisseton, SD.
Louise is survived by one daughter-in-law, Amy Pratt of Sisseton, SD; two grandchildren, Kevin and wife, Jane, Pratt of Des Moines, IA, and Mark and wife, Ann, Pratt of St. Louis, MO; three great-grandchildren, Jessica, Adam and Maren Pratt; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Louise was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; one son, Don; five brothers; and one sister.
