"To Lee Froehlich, Family, and Friends of Lee's Mother, Evelyn: Please accept my Deepest Sympathies in the loss of your Mom. It has been 2 years since I lost my Mom and I think about her every day. There is an Ancient Native American belief system that states each of us takes a little something of everyone we have ever met with us through life. Please know that all of the fine qualities Evelyn was known for will Live-On in all who knew and loved her. Kent Immerfall"
In loving memory of
Evelyn A. Froehlich Davidson
September 24, 2010
Interment: St. Benedict Catholic Cemetery ~ St. Benedict, Iowa
Evelyn Agnes Froehlich Davidson was born to Henry and Agnes (Garman) Eischeid on April 22, 1921 in Algona. She attended country school for one year and was in the first class that began at St. Cecelia Catholic School. She was a member of the St. Cecelia's class of 1939. While in high school, Evelyn was involved in basketball, music, singing, and was a member of the St. Cecelia Adult Choir. Evelyn was president and editor of the St. Cecelia school paper "The Ripples". While her father, Henry Eischeid, was active in the ASC, Evelyn worked in the office for one year.
On November 21, 1939, Evelyn was married to Francis (Shrimp) Froehlich. They lived on a farm near St. Benedict. To this union 12 children were born: Don, Bonnie, Judy, Oscar, Lee, Linda, Margia, Tom, Jim, Bill, Robyn and Jayne. Francis passed away on March 1, 1967. On September 7, 1968, Evelyn married Gordon Davidson and they farmed until 1980 and then moved into Algona. Gordon had one daughter, LuAnn.
Evelyn loved to play cards with her friends. She crocheted afghans for her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed playing her keyboard at the Manor and one of her pleasures was taking care of her flowers. Evelyn's great love was watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren play sports. She was a huge supporter of Catholic Schools. Evelyn was a member of St. Cecelia Catholic Church and the St. Benedict Catholic Daughters of the Americas.
Evelyn died Friday, September 24, 2010, at Kossuth Regional Health Center, Algona at the age of 89.
She is survived by her children, Don Froehlich (Ann) of Algona, Bonnie Arndorfer (Tom) of Sanborn, MN, Judy Rosenmeyer (Jim) of Algona, Lee Froehlich (Kathee) of Algona, Linda Besch (Don) of Corwith, Margia Zeimet (Dave) of Blairstown, Tom Froehlich (Linda) of Slater, Jim Froehlich (Jane) of Johnston, Bill Froehlich (Marj) of LaPlace, LA, Robyn Gray (Arnie) of Forest City, and Jayne Krieps (Nick) of Algona; and a step-daughter, LuAnn Garnjobst (David) of Spencer. Also surviving are 42 grandchildren; 67 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 3 step-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Frank Grandgenett; a brother, Darold Eischeid; her first husband, Francis Froehlich; her son, Oscar Froehlich; a granddaughter, Dawn Froehlich; and her second husband Gordon Davidson on September 21, 2006.
Tributes
"So sorry to hear of Evelyn's passing. What a wonderful, beautiful lady! I was in Jim's graduating class at Garrigan. I remember your Mom was always so interested in we kids, always asking how we were doing and always making us feel important. She had a special way of caring for others. Now she's resting in peace in our Lord's hands, she's still guiding her entire family daily, now looking down from heaven. Sympathy and prayers to you during this difficult time. JeanAnn "
"During this difficult time, may your heart and soul find peace and cherish the many memories you made throughout your lifetime together! Please know that your loss is shared by your parish family in Madrid. God Bless! "
"My condolences, along with my Mom's(Dorothy Holm) condolences at the passing of your Mother & grandmother. Gordon was in my Dad's (Harold Holm) WWII unit and they got together now & again for reunions or just to visit over the years. Since my Dad's death in 2009, we have still kept in touch with Evelyn. God's blessing and peace to you and your family. Becky (Holm) Watson Story City, IA"
"Dear Froehlich Family, I want to express my sympathy at the loss of your dear Mother. I will not be able to attend the Wake or the Funeral, St. Mary, Alton, the Parish where I live has their Chicken Supper, today, so I can't make it. I am keeping all of you in my prayers !! God Bless, Fr. E "
"Dear Froehlich Family, I want to express my sympathy at the loss of your dear Mother. I will not be able to attend the Wake or the Funeral, St. Mary, Alton, the Parish where I live has their Chicken Supper, today, so I can't make it. I am keeping all of you in my prayers !! God Bless, Fr. E "
"Sorry to hear about Evelyn's passing. My wife, Bea, always enjoyed playing cards with her. I extend my thoughts and prayers to Evelyn's family."
"Dear Froehlich Family ~ So sorry to hear about Evelyn's passing. She was a special lady! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. "
"We would like to express our deepest sympathy to Evelyn's family."
"We are sorry to hear of your loss. When I told Red tonite when he finally got in from chores, the first thing he said is she was dad's age, and yep, she was. Loved the flowers she shared with Evelyn (no. 1) Kunkel and she shared with me. I now have lost them and always thought to get more from her, but that is why we should never put off those things, and we never know. God bless all of you at this time, I know your mom is smiling up there and saying, hey I had a good life, time to rest. "
"9/26/'10 To Evelyn Davidsons Family- my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of Evelyns passing. I didn't know her but I use to live in Algona, Iowa and I had many cousins who graduated from Bishop Garrigan High School and when I was young I use to watch Evelyns Son Tom Froehlich play Football and Basketball at Bishop Garrigan. Evelyn was a wonderful supporter of Athletics and Her Family which was a big part of her life. Always Treasure the memories you all have and they will sustain you all in the days and months ahead. With Sincerest Prayers and Sympathy for Your Loss- Mark J.VonBank- Park Rapids, Minnesota-formerly of Algona, Iowa. "
"I can't tell you how much I am going to miss Evelyn. She was such a joy to talk to and such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in Evelyn's family. She will be greatly missed by so many people! "