John Gedrose
John Gedrose, age 78, of New Rockford, ND, died Thursday, April 14, 2011, at his home under the care of his loving wife, Barbara and Presentation Hospice, Carrington, ND. John was born on August 9, 1932, in rural Cathay, ND, the son of John and Thekla (Bryne) Gedrose. He attended school at Fairville Township, rural Cathay until 1941; then moved with his family to Brantford, ND, and attended Columbia Consolidated School. He was baptized in Stavanger Lutheran Church, rural Cathay and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in New Rockford. He moved into New Rockford with his parents, taking special care of them for many years. He farmed for several years near Brantford. John was united in marriage to Barbara (Pittinger) Ekerberg on June 30, 1978, at First Lutheran Church in New Rockford. They lived in New Rockford a few years, then moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico and lived there about 16 years. While there, he accepted the Lord as his Savior, being born again at Gethsemane Chapel in Albuquerque. They moved back to New Rockford in 1999. He enjoyed carpentry work, gardening and fishing. He really liked the garage he built. He attended New Life Fellowship Church near Tolna.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara; a step-daughter, Shelley (Chris) Brown, Ft. White, FL; 6 step-grandchildren, Keith Carlton, Hiliary (Jerad) Houser, Richard Brown, David Brown, Jessica Bokuniewicz and Allison (Toby) Crisp; 4 sisters, Tillie Collier, Gerda Backman, Vivian (Daniel) Rimmereid, New Rockford, Julia Gross, Fargo; and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Erna Gedrose, Olga Sielig; his brother, Emil Gedrose; and step-daughter, Becky Reiser.
FUNERAL SERVICE: First Congregational Church, New Rockford, ND DATE AND TIME: Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 2:00PM BURIAL: Prairie Home Cemetery, New Rockford, ND |
Posted Condolences:
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Name: Richard and David Brown
Date: 04-18-11
Message: Papa John we love and miss you so much. I loved having you down here to visit us when we first moved and it was hard saying goodbye but ill always have you in my heart and remember us throwing our sticks at the spiders in the woods love, Richard
I'll miss you and love you. ill always remember when we went up their and played in the snow, and when you guys came down here and hung out.
We will never forget you we had alot of fun hanging out with you guys.
David
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Name: Robyn and Rachael Hoppe
Date: April 18, 2011
Message: Barbara: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Johnny was a great man of God. Over the years, when I have seen you guys, I could feel how much you love the Lord. Lean on Him for your strength in the days to come. Love you and God bless.
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Name: Don & Delores Reeck
Date: April 17, 2011
Message: Sorry for your loss, I have known John for many year but have not seen him for a very long time. His brother Emil was married to my sister Bernadine. Again you have our deepest Sympathy.
Don and Delores Reeck
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Name: Chris Brown
Date: 4-17-2011
Message: Im really going to miss John; he was more than just a Father-in-law, he was my friend. You didnt have to know John well, to know he loved the Lord. He lived his life following God's two greatest commandments; Loving God with all his heart always and loving his neighbors. He was always ready to help others. When John and Barb moved here to Fort White, FL. They were here to help and BOY DID THEY HELP!!! I thank God that He put John in my life and i know he is with God now, with many crowns. I miss you, and will see you later! Not Goodbye!
Your son,
Chris
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Name: Pastor Tony and Phyllis
Date: April 17,2011
Message: Dear Barbara, There are not words to express how we feel about you and Bro. John. His loss will truly be felt in our lives and the only one that can fill that void is our Lord. Sis Barbara we know your sorrow and that you will have some rough days ahead, but just remember he is with the Lord and has "Beat Us Home." (We have a good carpenter helping the @1 Capenter to build our Mansion.} Love, Pastor Tony and Sis Phyllis
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name: Diane & Arley Ringsaker
Date: 4/17/2001
Message: Just wanted you to know we are thinking of you, sorry we will not be able to attend his funeral but our prayers will be with you.
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Name: Shirley Tchorzewski
Date: 04/16/2011
Message: Dear Barbara. Just wanted to let you know my heart goes out to you. I know exactly what you are going through. My prayers are with you. Just hang in there, cause you know God is with you. Take care, Love Shirley
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Name: Don and Betty Gedrose
Date: April 16, 2011
Message: Johnny will be missed. Your in our thoughts and pray