Wilma L Refsell Estherville, Iowa Obituary

Wilma L Refsell

Wilma L. Refsell, daughter of William and Kathryn (Lammers) Herke, was born on August 23, 1925 in Claremont, Minnesota. She passed away at her home in Estherville on March 27, 2022 at the age of 96 years. <br><br>Wilma graduated from Graettinger High School in 1943. She was united in marriage to Robert Refsell on June 30, 1946 in Graettinger, Iowa. The couple made their home in rural Wallingford. She kept busy raising her children and working around the farm. The couple retired in 1988 and moved into Estherville. <br><br>Wilma was a member of the Wallingford Lutheran Church, where she was active in the WLCW and the Ladies’ Circle. Wilma enjoyed quilting, crocheting, embroidery, sewing, baking, and square dancing. She also enjoyed being outdoors, especially camping, fishing, and gardening. Spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her favorite things to do. The couple enjoyed wintering in Texas for many years.<br><br>Wilma is survived by her children Elaine (Jerry) Bruns of Bowling Green, Ohio, Dean (Diana) Refsell and Bert (Shelly) Refsell all of Wallingford; nine grandchildren Jennifer Van Vorhis, Emily Genson, Heidi Dulaney, Lindsey Kriekel, Dawn Refsell, Darci Reggio, Darin Refsell, Brandi Refsell, and Kristi Behrends; and several great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Richard Herke and Willard Herke both of Graettinger and sister-in-law, June Herke of Watertown, South Dakota. <br><br>She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, sisters Arlene Henkelvig, Alice Kathman, and Esther Anderson, and brother August Herke. <br>
August 23, 1925 - March 27, 202208/23/192503/27/2022
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March 30, 2022
With deepest sympathy, from the William H. Brenton and Lori Watson Fuller Family.
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March 30, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. From the Men and Women of Brenton Brothers.
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March 30, 2022
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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March 30, 2022
A gathering of flowers that remind us of Grandma Garden. We love you all and Miss You. With love and hugs,
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JoAnn & Leon Stoermer
March 30, 2022
Dean, Diana and family, Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs to all of you. Cherish all the wonderful memories of your Mother.
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Leanne Linn
March 28, 2022
My thoughts are with her family.
May memories comfort you all.
Leanne Rustad Linn
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Kathy Steele
March 28, 2022
Well heaven certainly has gained a beautiful angel. My husband and I were blessed to call Wilma and Bob neighbors. They were a sweet couple. Wilma had a beautiful flower garden in her back yard and they certainly enjoyed being outdoors caring for it. I'm so sorry for... Continue Reading
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