Verone Martha Witthus

Obituary

Verone Martha Witthus was born on January 7, 1937, in New Auburn, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Willard C. and Meta (Lemke) Frauendienst. Verone was baptized as an infant on January 31, 1937, and later confirmed into her faith as a youth on April 2, 1950, both at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Auburn. Verone received her education in Glencoe and graduated with the Glencoe High School Class of 1954.

On August 12, 1954, Verone was united in marriage to Earl Elmer Witthus at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Auburn. Verone and Earl resided in Glencoe. This marriage was blessed with five children, David, Gail, Randy, Rick, and Larry. Verone and Earl shared 42 years of marriage until Earl passed away on September 3, 1996.

Verone had a strong faith in the Lord. Verone and Earl set the foundation for their family’s faith and that faith was passed on to the next generations. Verone was an active member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church for many years.

Verone was dedicated to her family, she always made sure Earl and her children had everything they needed. Verone was caring, humble, loving, and supportive. She rarely missed an activity her children were a part of, she was the glue and the foundation of the household.

Verone enjoyed spending time outdoors and tending to her very large gardens. She enjoyed her time in the kitchen; whether she was cooking, baking, or canning the vegetables she grew. Going for coffee and catching up with friends was something she looked forward to. Time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was what Verone cherished most.

On September 15, 2013, Verone moved to Grand Meadows Senior Living in Glencoe. She passed away there on Saturday, November 25, 2023, with her family by her side, at the age of 86 years.

Verone is survived by 
Children, Dave Witthus and his wife, Betty, of Glencoe, MN;
                Gail Jungclaus of Lake City, MN,
                Rick Witthus and his wife, Kelly of Victoria, MN,
                Larry Witthus and his wife, Denise of Chaska, MN;
Daughter-in-Law, Donna Fink of Hudson, WI;
Grandchildren, Kristal Ehrke and her husband, Dan, Missy Goff and her husband, Dave, Shelly Dolenc and her husband, Mark, Jason Witthus, Heather McWaters and her husband, Cole, Kindra Witthus, Jerod Fink and his wife, Kari, Molly Schacht and her husband, Ryan, Kayla Smith and her husband, Errick, Matthew Witthus, Michael Witthus, Alison Larsen and her husband, Kristian, Eric Witthus and his wife, Rachel, Joseph Witthus and his wife, Arianda;
Great-Grandchildren, Lilly Ehrke, Eli Ehrke, Gemma Goff, Brady Goff, Archer Dolenc, Chapel Dolenc, Sloane Dolenc, Ryler Sell, Brenek Sell, Khoen McWaters, Tyler Fink, KayLee Fink, Harrison Schacht, Lucy Schacht, Charlie Schacht, Beau Larsen, Henry Witthus, Madelyn Witthus, Charlie Witthus;
Brother-in-law, Duane Schoenfelder;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Verone was preceded in death by her Parents, Willard C. and Meta Frauendienst; Husband, Earl Witthus; Son, Randy Witthus; Brothers, Glen Frauendienst, Roger Frauendienst; Sister, Marlys Glaser; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Edward and Elda Witthus; Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law, Hillard and Maxine Witthus, Melvin and Glada Witthus, Calvin and Eileen West, Elaine Schoenfelder, Lavern “Boyce” and Darlene (Braun) Witthus.