"Helen: Your mother was a very special woman. She had class and was the gold standard for being a wife and mother. Her musical talent was such a gift to so many. We respect you."
In loving memory of
Lola Mardell Yde
September 1, 1926 - February 25, 2012
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MADISON--Lola Mardell (Estenson) Yde, age 85, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2012 peacefully and surrounded by family.
Lola was born at home in Nicolett County , Minnesota on September 1, 1926. She was the daughter of Gustave Laurance and Eva Ella Johanna (Wieman) Estenson, younger sister to Marion, twin sister to Lila. She often spoke of her wonderful family life growing up on the farm in Northern Wisconsin. Throughout her life she connected back to those roots through her gardening, canning, baking and caring for her dogs.
Lola graduated with honors from River Falls State Teachers College in 1948 with a BA in mathematics and physics and a minor in music. Lola was passionate about music. She continued her music/violin education with workshops and classes at UW-Madison. Lola was a private violin instructor from 1956 - 2005 teaching hundreds of students the finer points of violin and sharing her love of music. Lola was also a member and served several roles in the Madison Federated Music Club, Wisconsin Federated Music Club and Schubert Club.
Lola played her violin with the Madison Symphony Orchestra for 33 years (1st violin, 1961-1994), Summer Symphony(1961-1980), Unitarian Society Orchestra (Principal, 1965-1998), Middleton Civic Orchestra (Concertmistress, 1970-1994), Mnemosyne String Quartet (Manager, 1st violin, 1960-2000). She was also the orchestra director at Sun Prairie High School and Edgewood College. Lola was proud to have performed professionally with Itzhak Perlman, Rudolf Nureyev, Tony Orlando & Dawn, John Denver, Joshua Bell, Midori, Melissa Manchester, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, Alicia de Larrocha, Smokey Robinson, Engelbert Humperdinck and the Moody Blues.
Lola was a member of First United Methodist Church, where she also performed and participated in Music Committee.
Lola was married to Richard Carlisle Yde, Sr. on June 25, 1949 and moved to Madison in 1950. She raised seven children with love and generosity. She is survived by Richard Sr., her children Richard (Katie) Yde of Madison, daughter-in-law Julie Yde, Linda (Thomas) Holmes of Madison, Mark (Lisa) Yde of Ft. Wayne, IN, Paul (Sarah Elder) Yde of University Park, MD, Carl (Lynn) Yde of Madison and Helen (Greg) Brown of Marshfield, WI; 17 grandchildren and many adoring nieces and nephews.
Lola was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, son, Jan Robert Yde and grandson Jorgen Thomas Yde.
Lola led her very full life with abundant optimism and absolute selflessness. Her confident motto was simply "to do your very best and then to be happy with the result." She lived by that motto and was a role model for all in how to find the good and the beauty in everyone and everything. Her grace, honesty, humility, integrity, charity and courage were admired by all who knew her. Lola was a true servant who touched so many lives through her love of music, friends and family.
Thank you to the staff at Oakwood West and Agrace Hospice.
A celebration of Lola's life will be held at First United Methodist Church, 203 Wisconsin Ave. Madison at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2012, with the Reverend Keith Schroerlucke officiating. Family will greet friends at church from 12 Noon until the time of service. Please consider the Music Program at First United Methodist Church, 203 Wisconsin Ave., Madison, WI 53703 and/or Agrace Hospice for memorials.
Tributes
"Dear Mark and Family, I am sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. I met her just once at your wedding, but I remember her graciousness and warm spirit. May she always be with you! "
"The Yde house was always filled with love, music and fresh baked cookies. Thank you Mrs. Yde Honey for being such a wonderful role model to all of Helen's friends. You always showered us with love, kindness and patience. You have always had a special place in my heart. I will miss you dearly. I send my deepest condolences to the Yde family. "
"Lola was a dear friend and neighbor who most often had a smile on her face. She was a hard worker and a wonderful cook. We remember many delicious meals at her home.. Our sincere sympathy, Dick & family. Leo & Marian Skille"
"Family was clearly Mrs.Yde's first priority and greatest pride. The door to her home was always open to friends where we were consistently greeted with a warm heart and the best after school treats in town. God bless and my deepest condolences. Her beautiful legacy lives on in her children and grandchildren."
"Linda and Yde Family, I just saw your mother's death notice in the paper and I cried. The world has lost a special person. I always thought of her as a "second Mother". My thoughts and prayers are with you, I know how difficult this is. Hugs are with you all. Cindy"
"Dick and family, I was sorry to hear of the death of your mother. Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. Jan DeWitt"
"Helen, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to your and your family. What a beautiful obituary. I'll never forget out little pit-stop on Hwy 8 near Barron to see your mom and cousin. I hope all your memories will ease you through this difficult time."
"Linda, Kenn and I are very sorry for your loss. "
"I had the pleasure of singing with Lola and her string ensemble at Edgewood College. In a rehearsal for Mozart's Exultate, Jubilate, Lola asked me "now, exactly where do you want that ritard to begin?" Well, I had never before thought about that. I just did what felt right. For the first time I was being asked to be musically precise. Lola, kindly and gently, taught me a lesson I have carried with me ever since."