Service Information
Rosalynn “Rosie” M. Runke, age 87, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Private Family Services will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2020, at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson with interment in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Cedar Mills Township, Minnesota.
Obituary
Rosalynn M. Runke was born on February 4, 1933, in Wadena, Minnesota. She was the daughter of William and Rosella (Cordes) Lueders. Rosalynn was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth on March 30, 1947, by Reverend R.L. Bode in Henning, Minnesota. She received her education in Henning, Minnesota and was a graduate with the Henning High School class of 1951. Rosalynn furthered her education at Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota achieving her Bachelor’s Degree in 1956. Rosalynn taught at Zion Lutheran School in Cologne, Minnesota, for one year. She then took a position at St. John’s Lutheran School in Cedar Mills Township, Minnesota for three years.
On July 5, 1959, Rosalynn was united in marriage to Alvin Runke at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Henning, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two sons, Mark and Paul. Rosalynn and Alvin resided in Cedar Mills Township, Minnesota. They shared 17 years of marriage until the passing of Alvin on January 31, 1977, in a traffic accident.
In 1978, Rosalynn went back to work, working at a hardware store, food service, and catering. She was employed at Hands Inc. for 15 years, where she worked until the plant closed in December of 2005.
She was known for her decorating cakes for weddings and special occasions. Rosalynn enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, and visiting with her family and friends.
Rosalynn was very active in the St. John’s Lutheran Church, playing piano and directing the choir. She was also a member of the Mary Martha Guild and Ladies Aid.
Rosalynn passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 87 years. Blessed be her memory.
Rosalynn is survived by her:
Sons, Mark Runke and his wife, Connie, of Hutchinson, MN,
Paul Runke and his fiancée, Roxanne, of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Matthew Runke and his wife, Lindsay, Lucas Runke and his fiancée, Andrea;
Great-Grandchild, Noah Runke;
Step-Grandchildren, Christina Digani and her husband, Michael, Brian Hubert and his wife, Mercedes;
Step-Great-Grandchildren, Joshua Wagner, Charlie Foye, Becky Ehlinger and her husband, Isaiah, Zack Holtz, Carter Holtz, Kaden Hubert;
Aunt, Doreen Salvog of Henning, MN;
Sisters, Joanne Brockopp, Marlys Groshens, Carolee Wallin and her husband, John;
Sister-in-law, Verlyce French and her husband, Steve, of Hutchinson, MN;
Many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Rosalynn is preceded in death by her Parents, William and Rosella Lueders; Stepmother, Barb Lueders; Husband, Alvin Runke; Father and Mother-in-law, Frank and Hattie Runke; Brothers-in-law, Dave Brockopp, Clarence Groshens.
Julie Fett says
We are so sorry to hear of Rosie’s passing. She always had a smile and hello for us. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lou Ella Benson, Doug and Julie Fett.
Karen Hoffmann says
To Rosie’s family–sending our sympathy and remembering all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May you cherish all your wonderful memories of her. God Bless all of you and her memory.
Larry & Karen Hoffmann
Ella Kruse says
Rest in Peace Rosie… Sympathies and prayers to the family.
Karen says
Our sympathy and prayers to Rosie’s family. She always had a smile!
Larry and Karen Raske
Gary Retzlaff, sr says
Thoughts and Prayers to her entire family. A very special Lady!
Jim & Kathy Stueber says
Thoughts, prayers and sympathy to the family. Jim has fond memories of her as a teacher.
Debra Boelter says
My Deepest Sympathies to Rosie’s family!
Your Mom and I had so many wonderful talks! She held my hand and hugged me so tight when Dawn passed. She shared memories with me, when I was young, and growing up, that I had forgotten. We talked about all the cakes she made, her moving to Cedar Mills to be a teacher, meeting your Dad, and of course the Cedar Mills gossip! She always talked about her Boys! She was so proud of them and where they were in life!
Mark, Paul, and families, your Mom was a Beautiful person, with a heart of gold! She will truly be missed! She is now with your Dad!
Fly High Rosie! I will miss you!
Darlene Kotelnicki says
Sorry to hear of your loss. Adam and Darlene
Doug Benage says
Our condolences to Rosie’s family. She was a true gem! Godspeed!
Renee Grams says
Rest in peace, my friend Rosie! Sweetest lady I’ve known for a long time (25 years). I used to give her perms . Sincere sympathy to the Runke family. I was in to see her a few months ago and she looked great! I love you, Rosie!
Renee Grams says
Rest in Peace, Sweet Rosie! I’ve known Rosie for a long time (25 years) and used to give her perms. I visited her a few months ago and she looked great! Sincere sympathy to the Runke family. I Love you Rosie!
Kerry Benjamin says
Your Mom was a great woman, always happy. My condolences to Mark and Paul.
Troy Kurth says
I want to give you my deepest sympathy to the passing of Rosie Runke. May God bless you during this very difficult time. Rosie was a great lady and I know I have sent some cards to her at Harmony in the past.