"May you find comfort in this verse during this your time of sorrow. At Isaiah 25: 8 and it reads, "He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces. The reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, For Jehovah himself has spoken it." This gave our family comfort and hope. JR"
In loving memory of
Marjorie L. Pelzer
April 3, 1928 - November 26, 2015
Marjorie L. Pelzer, 87, of Tipton, Iowa, passed away peacefully, of natural causes, Thursday, November 26, 2015, at Cedar Manor Nursing Home. Marjorie was being comforted by friends and family and the very caring, professional team at Cedar Manor. Funeral Mass services will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at 10:30 am, St. Mary's Catholic Church, Tipton, Iowa. Graveside committal services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Tipton, Iowa. There will be a luncheon in Marjorie's honor at St. Mary's Catholic Hall, Tipton, Iowa, immediately following the graveside services. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 30, 2015, from 4:00-7:00 pm with a Rosary preceding at 3:30, Fry Funeral Home, Tipton, Iowa. A memorial fund has been established. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.
Marge was born in rural Tipton, on April 3, 1928. She was the youngest of three daughters born to John and Mayme (Lynch) Buresh. Her favorite childhood pet was Foxie the fox, who mysteriously disappeared one day (mom thought because too many chickens were missing)! She attended Springfield #7, a one room schoolhouse, for her early education, and then graduated from Tipton High School in 1945. After attending Marycrest College in Davenport for a year, she began working for Prudential Life Insurance.
After a brief courtship, she married Paul Pelzer on October 14, 1950 at Holy Family Church in Davenport, Iowa. They purchased a run-down farm south-east of Tipton, and worked tirelessly to create Belle (beautiful) Acres farm and home.
Marge was a dedicated mother and housewife. Her family was never without at least three home cooked meals a day, (desserts and after school snacks were abundant). Much of the food was grown in her large garden. She always provided a baked treat for anyone who entered her home.
Marge was passionate about her Catholic faith and supported the St. Mary's Guild. She helped form a group home for disabled people and supported Camp Courageous. She enjoyed creating and sharing holiday crafts and quilting which she titled "Blemishes by Marge", and liked watching the Iowa Hawkeye men's basketball on television. She also enjoyed traveling with Paul. She had a competitive edge; playing cards, croquet, soccer, etc. with the grandchildren. Easter egg hunts and Christmas baking were favorite family traditions.
Marge is survived by her nine children: Son, Jim (Mary) Pelzer, Tipton, Iowa; son, Tom (Brenda) Pelzer, Sheridan, Wyoming; daughter, Nanette (Wayne) Behrens, Atalissa, Iowa; son, Joe (Bonnie) Pelzer, Irrigon, Oregon; son, Ed (Molly) Pelzer, Tipton, Iowa; daughter, Mary (Maury) Moser, Amana, Iowa; son, John (Cindy) Pelzer, Bennett, Iowa; daughter, Peggy (Mike) Murphy, Marion, Iowa and son, David Pelzer, Iowa City, Iowa; sister, Helen (Cyril) Costello, Davenport, Iowa; 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mayme; husband, Paul; sister, Kay Miller; grandson; Jacob Murphy.
Tributes
"To Nanette and family, I have very fond memories of visiting with your mom at Cedar Manor. Her calm and quiet presence as my mother's roommate there was a blessing. May you find peace and comfort in the many happy memories you share with family and friends. "
"Jim and Mary - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It doesn't matter what age you are when you lose your parents - you will always miss them - but take comfort knowing we will see them again. I believe my parents are watching over my family here on earth. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "
" May God welcome your mother into the glowing light of his presence. Wishing your family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in their hearts. "
"So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May God bless your family during this difficult time."
"To Nanette and your whole family, please accept our deepest sympathy at this time of loss. Marge was in the same neighborhood with me at Cedar Manor, and her presence will be missed."
"Sorry to hear of your loss, Frank and Karen"
"Marges was quiet but always had a smile on her face when ever I saw her. She was the first member of your family that I met. Throughout the years I met Paul and several of the Pelzer children, everyone as nice as Marge. May your memories help you through this hard time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pelzer family."
"My sympathy to the entire Pelzer family. I became acquainted with Marge at Cedar Manor. I was fortunate to visit with her and help her if necessary at Bingo. She sat next to my mother. She was always so quiet, pleasant and sweet. A very lovely lady! "
"Please accept our condolences from the entire "Walt Droll Family". May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. God Bless! "
"The Reno Droll family would like to express our love and prayers for the Pelzer family during this difficult loss of a beloved mother. "
"Peg, So very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I wish there were some magic words I could pass on to help ease your pain. May all of the wonderful memories you hold in your heart help as you walk through this chapter in life. Please know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you hugs. With deepest sympathy. Jim & Brenda Wynn "
"John and family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. You will be in our thoughts."
"It was a privelege for me to know this sweet lady. She was always interested in what was going on at school and very supportive. It was very obvious that she had a hand in raising a super bunch of kids! Would like to have cloned her! Glenn Fesr"
"Peggy and family, I did not know your Mom but she sounded like a special Mom, Grandmother,Wife and friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and all your family. God Bless. Steve and Maureen Thien"
"Our visits to the farm provided life long memories. Aunt Marge always made us feel welcome. I remember the size of her garden, and how generous she was with its produce. Thanks to her, I experienced canning tomatoes, freezing corn, and making grape jelly."
"So many memories! Some of my favorite childhood times were spent on the farm. Even with her 9 kids Aunt Marge took the time to make me feel special. "
"Our favorite memory is still the one where Barb and the kids and I were stuck at the farm by snow. I am amazed by Marge's resemblance to her mother, my grandmother. May they both rest in peace."