"Lots of memories in the Behrle home when growing up with Reney. My sympathy to Martha's family. I am sorry for your loss."
In loving memory of
Leona Martha Behrle
June 9, 1924 - March 31, 2014
Leona Martha Behrle, 89, of Tipton, died peacefully in her home with her family by her side. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 4, 2014 at 10:30 am at Fry Funeral Home in Tipton, Iowa with the Rev. Richard Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Tipton Masonic Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be offered in the funeral home following the graveside committal service. Her family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 pm on Thursday, April 3, 2014 in the chapel of Fry Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of Mercy Hospital, Iowa City or to the family. You may share a personal remark, condolence or a photograph at www.fryfuneralhome.com.
Martha, daughter of Charles Wilson and Mary Josephine Reiss Bishop, was born on June 9, 1924 in Perryville, Missouri. She was united in marriage to Fred T. Behrle on January 31, 1942 in Perryville. Martha worked for Oral-B as an Inspector in Quality Control for 26 years and was a member of Teamsters #238. Martha liked to describe herself as a member of the Baptist faith. She loved to quilt, crochet, sew, go fishing and bake bread.
Martha is survived by her 3 daughters; Martha "Leona" (Chuck) Nation of WY., Susan (Paul) Swearengin of PA., Irene (David) Falkner of Cedar Rapids, IA., her sons; Thomas F. Behrle of WI., Gerald W. Behrle of Lowden, IA., Eddie (Lori) Behrle of West Union, IA., Mike (Barbie) Behrle of Pineville, MO., and Dewey (Cheryl) Behrle of Tipton, IA.; sister-in-law, Vera Bishop of IA.; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Johnnie Behrle; her grandsons, Bret Behrle and David Behrle; sisters, Rosemary, Lorean and Alma; her brothers, Merideth, Infant baby boy, David, Dewey, Charles and Chester.
Tributes
"Grandma there are so many things you tought me, how to make bread, sew, crochet, how you always never let us leave without something even if was a banana or cookies. I will not be there with the rest of the family today. Due to family issues but I know your watching and I that you know what they did to me, Dad and my children. We love you very much and we will miss you. Give Bret a big hug from Todd. Love ya Granny."
"Mike and the Berhle family sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved mother, grandmother, and sister. May her memories warm your heart during this tough time."
"My deepest sympathies to Martha's family. Sending a big hug to Reney and the rest of the family."
"Leona and family, I was sorry to hear about Martha. I have known her ever since she and my Aunt Pauline worked together at the Meet'nEat. They had a lot of good laughs together over the years. I got to know her better when she started attending the baptist church. Martha was fun to talk to and would always take the time to visit with me. I am thinking of you and your family at this sad time."
"My sympathies to the Behrle family in the loss of your mother. Reney, my friend, please remember there are those of us who understand your pain and your need to grieve in peace and solitude. Be strong and know that things get better with every passing day. "
"I can remember all the fun and good food that I had on the stayovers with Reney. I always enjoyed talking to Martha when I ran into her uptown on one of my trips home. Irene and Family, sorry for your loss and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. "
"Leona used to come to my bait shop in Rochester. She would be so excited that she was going fishing! Most of all, though, she was going to get to spend time with her grandchildren. How she loved that! What a kind and sweet lady she was. Hugs to all of her family and friends."
"So many memories, it's hard to pick one. I was always amazed at the number of people who lived in that house. I think it had elastic walls. Martha, you've definitely earned your rest. My sympathies to Reney and the entire family."