"I remember Alma picking up lots of eggs. She was always a kind, sweet and gentle lady, She worked very hard at the farm. I always loved spending the night with Karen and enjoying her Mom's cooking. My thoughts are with you and your Family and your Dad. Losing a parent is not easy..but it does get better and the hole in your heart will grow smaller hold your children and grandchildren close and tell them all the stories of their Grandma. Starr"
In loving memory of
Alma C. Lauck
January 1, 1919 - August 23, 2012
Alma Caroline Lauck was born January 1, 1919 in rural Titonka, daughter of William and Ella (Pannkuk) Brandt. She grew up on a farm near Titonka where she attended school. Prior to marriage, she worked as a waitress in Titonka and Algona.
Alma was married to Mervin F. Lauck on January 25, 1953 in Titonka. In earlier years, she worked as a kitchen aide at a nursing home and she and Mervin farmed near Whittemore. Alma loved being with her family especially with her three granddaughters and their families. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening, and helping on the farm. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Whittemore.
In November, 2009, Alma and Mervin became residences of the Algona Manor Care Center in Algona. She died there Thursday, August 23, 2012 at the age of 93.
She is survived by her husband Mervin of Algona; a daughter, Karen (Richard) Thilges of Whittemore; three granddaughters and four great-grandchildren, Melissa (Aaron) Penner and their children, Caleb, Lauryn, and Lane of Whittemore, Kathy Thilges of Algona, and Amber (Eric) Thomas and their daughter Avery of Fenton; 3 sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, August, Alvin, and Raymond Brandt.
Tributes
"I can't imagine a nicer neighbor to have around for a girl growing up on the farm! Alma & Mervin always were a joy to be around and always had produce to share in the summer, especially sweet corn. I loved to go over there with my dad & while he chatted with Mervin, I talked with Alma & loved petting all her cats. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family!"