Palmer, Edith

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• Reference Number: 6831
• Obituary: 19 May 2010

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Obituary:
Edith Palmer Sohrweide, age 100, of Waupaca, passed away Monday, May 17, 2010, at Bethany Home in Waupaca. She was born January 13, 1910, in Shiocton, daughter of the late Howard and Margaret (Peterson) Palmer. On June 16, 1934, Edith married Walter Sohrweide in New London. He preceded her in death November 24, 1966. They had one son Larry. He preceded her in death on June 5, 2007. She was a hostess at Simpson's Supper Club for eight years. She enjoyed playing cards, golfing, bowling, reading and when she was younger sewing for other people. For many years she enjoyed traveling to Florida and Hawaii. Edith quit golfing and driving at about the age of 95, but still enjoyed reading and watching the birds. She could identify many of the birds, but did not enjoy the squirrels that came to the bird feeders. Edith was a charter member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Waupaca.
Edith is survived by her daughter-in-law, Shari Sohrweide, Marathon, WI, other relatives and friends.
Besides her parents, husband and son she was preceded in death by a sister, Ethel Booth; and two brothers: Phillip and Herb Palmer.
The funeral service for Edith will be held 7 p.m. Monday, May 24, 2010, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waupaca with Rev. Jennifer DeNetz officiating. Burial will be in the Shiocton-Bovina Cemetery. There will be a gathering of relatives and friends at the church on Monday from 6 p.m. until the time of the service.
Cline-Hanson-Dahlke
Funeral Home
Weyauwega, WI
920-867-3399
www.clinehansondahlke
funeralhomes.com

Edith married Sohrweide, Walter 16 Jun 1934. Walter was born 30 Aug 1909; died 24 Nov 1966. [Group Sheet]