Cora Engebretson's Obituary
Cora A. Engebretson, age 91, of Weyauwega, formerly of Amherst, WI, passed away Friday, May 25, 2007 at Weyauwega Health Care Center. She was born in the Town of Amherst, Portage County on May 4, 1916, the daughter of John and Helga (Hansen) Swenson. Cora married Jonas Engebretson on February 22, 1934 in Iola. He preceded her in death on March 17, 1995. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Amherst where she was a very active member of the Martha Circle and Ladies Aid. Cora was active in making quilts and baby layettes for Lutheran World Relief. She will also be remembered for making quilts for her children and grandchildren. She is survived by Daughter: Kaye (Robert) Hoffman, New London; Daughter-in-law: Patricia Engebretson, Wild Rose; Grandchildren: Cindi (Richard) Bricco, Clintonville; Robin (Joyce) Engebretson, Minocqua; Lee Ann (David) Mientke, Wild Rose; Ryan Eckels, Sheboygan; Shannon Eckels, Wausau; Rebecca Engebretson, Minocqua; Erik Engebretson, Minocqua; Jamie Mientke, Iola; Kelly Mientke, Ripon; Tina (Greg) Brownson, Florence; Amy (Todd) Verhagen, Aransas Pass, Texas; Four Great Grandchildren; One Great Great Grandchild and a Sister: Helen Pask, Amherst. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cora was preceded in death by her Parents; Husband, Jonas; Son, James, and a Brother, John Swenson Jr. A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at the Peace Lutheran Church in Amherst with Reverend Dwight Anderson officiating. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in the Town of Amherst. A visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 9 AM until the time of the service. A memorial has been established in Cora's name. The Jungers-Holly Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
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