"To everyone in Dorothy's family: Our condolences to you all. My grandma and grandpa (Ronald and Wilma Adrian) treasured their friendships with Dorothy (and Inguar) so very much! Grandma loved sharing teaching stories with Dorothy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!"
In loving memory of
Dorothy L. Carstensen
October 3, 1926 - October 27, 2017
Dorothy Lois Carstensen, 91, of Preston died October 27, 2017, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.
She was the daughter of Harry and Susie (Campbell) Fey and was born on October 3, 1926 in Maquoketa, Iowa. She was educated in schools in Clinton County and attended the Iowa State Teachers College In Cedar Falls. She taught in the Elwood and Delmar schools.
On August 3, 1952, she married Ingwer Carstensen in Elwood. They farmed in Clinton and Jackson Counties.
She is survived by her husband Ingwer; children Jim (Dawn Strait) Carstensen of Bellevue, Connie (Dan) Conine of Robins, and Mary Jo (Rich) Hainstock of Vinton; grandchildren Matt (Danielle) Hainstock, Carissa and Ben Conine, Ethan and Maggie Carstensen and step-granddaughter Jenifer (Josh) Pierce; step-great granddaughter Kinzie; numerous nieces, nephews, great, great-great and even great-great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Lloyd Fey and sisters Ethel Fey and Eleanor (Elly) ter Haar.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 P.M., Monday, October 30, 2017, and services will be at 10 A.M., Tuesday, October 31, 2017, both at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Burial will be in the Preston Cemetery.
She was a member of the Preston Legion Auxiliary Unit 602 for 48 years, the Preston United Methodist Church, and the Jackson County Retired School Personnel.
She especially loved being with her family. She enjoyed baking, gardening, playing cards, serving others and corresponding with friends and family.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Dorothy L. Carstensen memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. It was a pleasure to have her as my teacher in Elwood. She was always so thorough, kind, gentle and understanding. My sympathy to the family at this difficult time."
"Mary Jo and family we are so very sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. She was such a lovely person. She enjoyed receiving the vegetables from our garden. We always loved visiting with her and your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
"Inguar and Family, this is Pastor Sandra, your wife,mom,grandma was a wonderful warm person. When Pastor Tom and I served the church we were both blessed to have her as part of the congregation. We were pretty green back then. But Dorothy always was encouraging to me. She was a model of strength. I loved her personality. When she wanted to speak she did, but never in an offensive way. Our hearts are with you and our moments with Dorothy will be treasured by us. Sandra and Tom Berryman"
"So sorry to see this Prayers Hugs & much Love sent to all, "
"Mrs. Carstensen will always be remembered by us. She was our teacher in Delmar. It was wonderful to see her and Ingwer at the 100th anniversary of Delmar School. Bob and Myrna Rakocy.."
"So sorry for your loss. Dort was very special person. I remember the teachers get together every November with my mom (Dorothy Schocker) & the other teachers that they went to college / taught with. All of you are in my prayers. Elizabeth (Schocker) Burmeister"
"Tenderly, may time heal your sorrow. Gently, may friends ease your pain. Softly, may peace replace heartaches. And may warmest memories remain. So sorry for the loss of your Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Karen Ackman "
"Dorothy was a wonderful teacher to us in the 6th grade in Delmar. I remember her playing ball with us at recess. Dorothy and Ingwer were also very kind to Australian visitors we had when my Mom, Rita Heneke, had her 90th birthday. My son in law from Australia brought his parents here to see the states and included stops in Iowa which had to include at least one farm stop. Dorothy was a kind and thoughtful lady I was lucky to know. Janis Heneke Powers"
"Mary Jo,and family,so sorry to hear about your mom's passing.Didn't really know her,but sounds like she had a lot of the same caring feelings and traits as you yourself toward life,and especially towards other people.Take care,Keith McGowan."
"Dorothy shared her warm soft smile. She was kind, gracious and gentle. Direct when needed. A friend. A teacher who was always a learner. She is with the angels. Florian Steffen"
"Mary Jo, Rich and family we are sorry to hear of the passing of Mary Jo's mom. Mom's and Grandmother's are very special, we are sorry for the loss of such a valuable person in your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Randy and Gail Arndt"
"Mary Jo- so very sorry to hear of you're mom passing, i remember her when i was in 4-H! please know i am thinking of you at this very sad time"
"So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother Mary Jo! Thinking of you and the rest of the family during this sad time! Paula Laschansky"
"My prayers to the family of this very special lady, Carol (Ties) Coulston"
"Sharing in your sadness and sending my love. Lynn Butterbrodt "
"So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. We sure enjoyed visiting with her at the family gatherings at Dan and Connie's. We will miss her smile. Hugs to all the family! A big hug for you, Ingwer. Love, Arlene and Bob Anzalone"
"She will be missed. I had a deep respect and care for her. I counted her as a friend. My deepest condolences for her husband and family."
"Dorothy was a very kind and thoughtful. We are so sorry to hear about her passing. Nancy and Wayne Wagoner"