Ellen Brobst
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 2:00 pm at The First Baptist Church of Necedah, W6295 23rd Street Necedah, WI. The service will be officiated by Pastor Kevin Meinke, and there will be a reception at the church after the service.
Ellen was born January 8, 1938, in Rockford, Iowa, to Darwin Bode and Violet Harty. She lived in a number of little towns in Iowa before moving to Necedah Wisconsin, where she met the love of her life, Dale Brobst. Ellen and Dale were married on May 2, 1967, in Rockford, IL.
Ellen was more at home in the outdoors. She loved hunting, fishing, gardening, bird watching, camping, and her flower gardens. She also loved to craft, paint and quilt. She made a number of wedding and baby quilts for her family and friends. She was also known in the Necedah area for her fresh baked bread and butterscotch crescents.
Ellen was preceded in death by her parents: Darwin and Violet Bode; husband, Dale Brobst; sister, “Darlene” Audrey Borths; brother, Dan Bode; brother, Ray Bode; sister Kaye Roelofsen; and Grandson, Ian Ryan
Ellen is survived by her 6 children: Hollie (Joe) Baumgart; Roger (Maria) Beenken; JD (Bonnie) Beenken; Jim (Debbie) Beenken; Shannon (Robert) Diehl’s and Wendy Lodahl; sisters: Cindy Espeseth and Lucretia “Cretia” Bartels; 19 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.
Cards can be sent to W Lodahl 3909 E Appleseed Dr, Appleton WI 54913.
Such an awesome hardworking lady. You all have our deepest sympathies. Such a great baker and cook. Such great memories ♥️
Sorry for your loss Bing & Holly! When we were in high school she was still only 30! Parents seemed soooo old.
Love and prayers to all. Ellen was one of the sweetest women I ever met. Hard working and giving to say the least.
I’ve always enjoyed being in Ellen’s company. My heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. Rest In Peace Ellen.
My condolences to all the Beenken children.
We lived right down the street on 17th Ave.
Spent a lot of time with Bing, Jody and Jim playing sports.
So very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Errin and Shannon,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Ellen’s kind and loving soul will never be forgotten.
Wendy,
I wanted you to know that I’m so glad you got to spend this wonderful moments with you Mom. I know it meant the world to her. Cherish every day you spent with her. Seeing you smile with you wanted my heart. I’ll never forget our special Easter with her. 😄
Dale is waiting for her at long last.
I’ll see you on may 1st. You’re one of my favorite people in the world. See you soon. God bless you, Wendy.
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Wendy, we are saddened to learn of your Mom’s passing. She was a woman of strength and character. May God bless and comfort your family.