Adeline Arendt
Adeline Arendt, age 90, of New Rockford, ND, died Wednesday, January 26, 2011, at Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, New Rockford, ND Adeline Marie Dusek was born February 11, 1920, at Bremen, ND, the daughter of Frank R. and Emily (Subart) Dusek. She grew up near Bremen and graduated from Fessenden High School in 1937. She received her teaching certificate from Valley City Teacher’s College in 1939. Adeline taught 1 year in Sykeston, and then first and second grade, music and remedial reading in New Rockford, ND. On June 14, 1943, Adeline was united in marriage to Francis Arendt at St. Joseph’s Church, Bremen. They lived and farmed on their farm north of Bremen. They lived on the home place for 60 years and in 1980 moved to New Rockford. Francis died on January 11, 1995. In 2003, she moved to the Heritage House, and in 2005, to Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary, Bremen Homemakers Club, Christian Mothers at St. Josephs, and St. John’s Prayer Group. Adeline was involved as Leader of Bremen Fairville Girls 4-H Club, was a mentor and judge of 4-H activities in the tri-county area for many years, and served as organist at St. John’s Church, New Rockford. She was well known for her jean quilts, cinnamon rolls and divinity. She is survived by 2 daughters, Sister Andrea Arendt, PBVM, Fargo, ND, and Jean (Ralph) Dyrness, Valley City, ND; 1 son, Larry (Nancy) Arendt, New Rockford; 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Adeline was preceded in death by her husband, 7 infant children, 2 infant grandchildren, 1 infant great grandchild, her parents, and 2 sisters, Hedwig Lange and Blanche Vogel. FUNERAL SERVICE: St. John's Catholic Church, New Rockford, ND DATE AND TIME: Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 10:30AM BURIAL: St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, rural Bremen, ND |
Posted Condolences:
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Name: Sister Susan Lardy
Date: January 29, 2011
Message: Dear Sister Andrea and family,
Prayerful sympathy as you grieve your mother's death! May she rejoice in God's loving presence and peace and gracious welcome forever. May you know the consolation of family and friends.
Sister Susan Lardy
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Name: Phyllis Clemens
Date: 1/28/11
Message: I was sad to read about the loss of your mother. She and my mother (Frances Cook Schneider) were high school classmates and long-time friends. I had the pleasure of meeting and visiting with your mom on a number of occasions. My son and my niece and nephew still cherish their blue jean quilts, made by your mom and given to them by their Grandma Frances!! May the support of family and friends comfort you in your loss...
Sincerly,
Phyllis Schneider Clemens
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Name: Leona and Oats Sten
Date: 01/28/11
Message: Larry, Nancy and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please pass our condolences on to the family...Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all..Take Care and God Bless.
Sincerely, Leona and Orrie Sten
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Name: Mary Jo & Darrel Trudeau
Date: 1-27-2011
Message: Dear Arendt family, We are deeply sorry for you loss. May you find peace knowing she is with our Heavenly Father. She will be smiling down on you all and guiding you through life. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mary Jo & Darrel
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name: Mary.Pfeifer
Date: 1-27-2011
Message: For your life and for your love, I am thankful. Love Mary, Russ and Boys