Eleanor LaVon Pedersen, age 83, of Friendship, Wisconsin died Monday, June 27, 2011 at the Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2011 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Friends may call at Roseberrys on Thursday from 4 p.m. until the time of service.
Private interment will be at the East Arkdale Cemetery.
Eleanor was born September 7, 1927 in Monroe Center, Wisconsin to Irwin and Jessie (Matthews) York. She graduated from Adams-Friendship High School. Eleanor married Norman Henry Pedersen on April 12, 1946 in Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church. She worked at Diamonds Grocery Store and later retired from Triple P factory in Necedah, WI.
Eleanor was one of the original women to start the Strongs Prairie Community Club. She did many crafts in her life, but was best known for the beautiful crocheting she did. She loved to accompany her husband while he did his trapping. She said she liked to go for rides, not far, but often. She was always willing to try new fun things and was always a pleasant person to be around. She loved to spend time outdoors and while able to live in their original home, she kept her lawn and flowers beautiful.
She loved to go flying with her son-in-law and daughter and was even known to have a few rides on the back of a Harley Davidson.
Eleanor lived every new day as a gift. She made many friends while she resided at Villa Pines.
Eleanor was a member of Arkdale Community Club and Trinity Lutheran Church.
Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, Irwin and Jesse York; husband, Norman Pedersen; sister, Doris Oleson; sister, Clara Waller Greene; and brother, Chester York.
Survivors:
Daughter: Patricia (Thomas) Hendricksen of Hancock, Wisconsin
Daughter: Peggy (Jerry) Johnston of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: James Pedersen of Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Brother: Clarence (Viola) York of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Sister: Marion (Keith) Ebsen of Brooksville, Florida
Brother: Lester (Alice) York of Monroe Center, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Shawn (Danielle) Pedersen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Aric (Jennifer) Pedersen of Viroqua, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Sara (Dave) Abangan of Madison, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jeremy (Elizabeth) Hendricksen of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Jill (Andy) Cavanaugh of Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Several Great-Grandchildren
Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
The family would like to thank Villa Pines for their loving care.
So sorry to hear of Eleanor’s passing…she was a wonderful person, I will always remember how dear and sweet she was. She had made me alot of things through the years..I will cherish them forever. God bless and Eleanor rest in peace you wonderful lady.
Jim, Pat and Peg, I have many fond memories of the times I spent with at your home and your mother and father (and of course the old red panel truck). They were both inspirations to Dennis and I and we will always remember them both. Your mom was a wonderful, wonderful lady and will be greatly missed by many. Her laughter and smile will always be with all. Love Cathy
To the Pedersen Family..I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have wonderful childhood memories of Eleanor, Norman, and the entire Pedersen Family.
Alot of good times and memories of Aunt Eleanor. Her and Uncle Norm was always a pleasure to be around. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Miss ya’ll Roxanne
I’m so sorry for your loss. Eleanor was such a sweet lady. She always seem to have a smile and a twinkle in her eye. I have good memories of her and Norm from the Old Mill.
A happy cheerful camper- who will be missed- such a lovely lady.
Eleanor was a wonderful lady! Yes, Kristin and I could have set our clocks to Eleanor and Norm heading over for a beer, to watch Wheel of Fortune, when we lived by the lake. Eleanor always had a smile and such kind words! Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories you have of her help you through this difficult time.
A smile comes to my face when I think of Eleanor. So many happy memories. May she rest in peace while God comforts her family. Thinking of all of you!
What a great lady, she will be missed by so many! Everytime Wheel of Fortune is on I think of Norm and Eleanor! Now they will be watching it together again over a couple beers!
To Jim, Pat, and Peggy,
Our deepest sympathy to all who loved Aunt Eleanor and those who are saddened by not having her in our lives for now, but remember those who believe will all be together again someday. I’m sure she will be so happy to see Uncle Norm, her siblings, parents, my brother Rick and all the special people who have gone before her. We will always have special memories to fall back on. One of my favorites is when she helped me move to Fond du Lac, over 10 years ago and my daughter Jaque and her went looking for 4 leaf clovers under a big old Maple tree in my back yard. (They found several) She always found such pleasure in everyday blessings. Another great memory is her famous chocolate chip cookies in the Apple cookie jar. They were addicting!! (and I could never make them taste like hers) And the time she fed our family Bear roast and said it was Beef Roast. What a laugh that was. She will definely be remembered and missed and we sure loved her a lot!!! Love, Julie (her Godchild)
Eleanor was a wonderful woman. She could light up the room with her great attitude-her bright outlook and kindness. My heart goes out to the family. She will be greatly missed. What a gal! Laurie Falash
Jim, Pat, and Peg,
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Eleanor’s passing. I will never forget her kind ways. Now she can be with Uncle Norm again. My prayers are with you.
Jim, Pat & Peg, My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Ellie was so much fun to watch playing bingo at Villa with all of her friends including my mother. She will be missed there. She will be missed by all of you, her family. Keep all the wonderful memories in your heart. She is at peace with our Lord. Bingo! Love Carmen
Jim, Pat & Peg – Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Aunt Eleanor was a great person and will be missed my many.
Peg and family,
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a special lady.
sorry to hear about aunt eleanor.had a lot of good times with her and norm.she was one of a kind.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Eleanor’s death. Wonderful memories will carry all who knew her in the days ahead. RIP Aunt Eleanor.
We will never forget the good times we shared with your Mom & Dad and the rest of the Peterson & York families over the years. She will be missed. Our prayers are with you.
I’m sorry to hear of the death of an old neighbor and friend. Eleanor had a great sense of humor and was such fun to be with. She enjoyed horseshoes as much as Norm did. He, Rudy and Orin threw quite a few good games back in the day. Savor the good memories of both of them, all you family members. You are so blessed to have had them in your lives.
Eleanor was a sweet person and she will be missed by all who knew her. She and my mother, Thelma, were in Villa Pines at the same time. Blessing on all of her friends and family.
Eleanor… was a fun and sweet lady to spent time with. Deepest sympathy to the family.
To Eleanor’s Family,
I will always remember the times she shared a room with my mom, Annie at Villa. She was so kind and thoughtful and they had alot of good laughs. My sympathy to your family.
A very wonderful aunt who will be missed alot. Had alot of good times and will always remember the fun I had growing up, when she was around. She will be greatly missed.
Aunt Eleanor will be deeply missed. Our prayers to the family.
Aunt Eleanor’s kind spirit was a blessing and an inspiration to everyone who knew her. She will be greatly missed. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Peggy, Jerry and Family-Eleanor was such a wonderful nice lady who always was smiling. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
To Aunt Eleanor’s family – she was a wonderful person, always a pleasure to visit with and she will be greatly missed. Always loved her smile! Loved visiting with her years ago when I was small at the Old Mill. Great memories!
Aunt Eleanor was such a joy to be around. She had such a warm and loving smile and I will always remember that about her. Let the memories of her comfort you during this difficult time.
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.
jim pat and peg: hold each memorie close and always remember the great times we all had at our family outings. hop acres can regroup in a better place now that they are all together again. i will always remember softball games with the party monger. and the best german chocolate cake.
may her memorie live in each of forever
Jim, Pat and Peg, Your Mom was a treasure. I am proud to say she was my Aunt!
Love
To Eleanor’s family, I will truely treasure my thoughts of her and Norm. Boy did we have some good times. She was a angel and I will miss her, but comfort knowing that she’s watching over all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We loved Aunt Eleanor’s cheerfulness, kindness, and warm smile. That’s the way we were always greeted by her. Memories of her will always remain fondly in our hearts. Our love and prayers go out to the whole family.
We send God’s blessing and much love
To Eleanor’s Family and friends,
Your mom had such a great personality and wonderful smile. I enjoyed visiting her at the Villa and she always had a smile for me. May you find peace and comfort in the love of family and friends. She has earned her rest and she will watch over you with love. My most sincere sympathy in your loss.
To Aunt Eleanors Family, May time and love bring you peace. May her memory live on in our hearts. I have alot of good memories with Aunt Eleanor, alot of laughs. God Bless her.
so sorry to you all for your loss.
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Aunt Ellie was a wonderful person. She will be greatly missed.
Will miss you terribly Aunt Eleanor! Love and prayers to you all