Service Information
Serena A. Stradtmann, age 101, of Glencoe, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024, at GlenFields Living With Care in Glencoe, Minnesota.
Funeral Service will be held Thursday, April 25, 2024, 11:00 A.M., at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe, Minnesota, with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 10:00 – 11:00 A.M., 1 hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Serena Anna Stradtmann was born on September 1, 1922, in Penn Township, McLeod County, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Otto and Emma (Bielke) Henke. Serena was baptized as an infant by Reverend Herman Diemer at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Penn Township, McLeod County, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 5, 1936, by Pastor Hans Werner at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Auburn, Minnesota. She received her education at District #35 and District #48 country schools.
On June 20, 1943, Serena was united in marriage to Ivan Stradtmann by Pastor Walter Diemer at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Auburn. After their marriage, the couple resided in rural Glencoe. They were blessed with two children, Duane and Phyllis. Serena was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. Serena and Ivan shared 68 years of marriage, when Ivan passed away on October 6, 2011.
Serena was a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe and was a member of the Ladies Aid.
Serena enjoyed square dancing, dancing, puzzles, crocheting, traveling, flowers, gardening and doing field work. She volunteered at the hospital. Serena cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In 2016, Serena moved off the farm to Orchard Estates and on April 5, 2024, she became a resident of GlenFields Living With Care and passed away there on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the age of 101 years. Blessed be her memory.
Serena is survived by her:
Daughter, Phyllis Krieg of Savage, MN;
Daughter-in-law, Corine Stradtmann of Glencoe, MN;
Grandchildren, Jeff (Angel) Stradtmann, Michelle Doerr, Bradley (Amy) Stradtmann, Julie (Bryan) Hoeve, Renae (James) Crill, Michael (Holly) Krieg;
Great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Stradtmann, Cole (Darby) Stradtmann, Nicolas Doerr, Alexa Doerr, Rebecca Hoeve, Zachary Hoeve, Kelsey Krieg, Connor Krieg;
Sister-in-law, Betty Stradtmann of AZ;
Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Serena was preceded in death by her Parents, Otto and Emma Henke; Husband, Ivan Stradtmann; Son, Duane Stradtmann; Brothers, Ellsworth Henke and Harvey Henke; Sisters-in-law, Irene (William) Novosad and Laura (Victor) Boesche; Brother-in-law, Roy Stradtmann.
Shirley Weckwerth says
She was a great lady. I loved visiting with her and going through old family pictures.
Deb Hetrick says
Although I have not seen Serena for many years, I have fond memories of her and Ivan when they would visit with my parents, Harry and Delma Boese. Serena had a great sense of humor and a contagious laugh. Serena and my mom were childhood friends. My condolences to her family.
Gayla Schmidt says
I am Deb’s sister Gayla Boese Schmidt and I agree with everything Deb said. She was a gracious lady.
Jerry and Sandy Wright says
Stradtmann Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a great lady and always nice to visit. May you find comfort in knowing she is with her Lord and Savior. Deepest Sympathy. Jerry and Sandy
Paulette and Harvey Kostecka says
Our sincere sympathy to you upon the loss of your loved one, As family you have been blessed to have had her with you for so many years. The last time I talked to her I was very impressed with how she made the most of her life, keeping herself very busy. I was also impressed with how nicely she was dressed and made up right down to the jewelry she was wearing. But, the most impressive was the clarity of mind God had blessed her with as well. I assume she has left all of you with stories to share. May God grant you the peace and comfort that passes all human understanding.