"I was working on the family tree searching the internet, for the Housker family name, and came across the obituaries of Anita and Donald. I express my sympathies. I know you don't know who I am, but if you would like to contact us, I work on the family tree alot. lehman_searcher@yahoo.com"
In loving memory of
Anita D. Lind
April 18, 1933 - May 15, 2007
RUSHFORD, MINN. - Anita D. Lind, 74, of Rushford, died on Tuesday, May 15, 2007, at Lake Winona Manor in Winona, Minn.
Anita was born on April 18, 1933, in Caledonia, Minn. to Arthur and Nina (Onstad) Schroeder. She was raised in Caledonia. Anita graduated from Caledonia High School in 1951. She attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and graduated from Fairview Hospital School of Nursing in Minneapolis in 1955. On August 3, 1958, she married Donald Lind in Mabel, Minn. Anita was employed for 42 years as a registered nurse. She worked in Minneapolis, Michigan, and was the first director of nursing at Green Lea Nursing Home in Mabel, Minn. She also worked at the Caledonia Nursing Home and at Community Memorial Hospital in Winona for 26 years. She was a member of the Highland Prairie Lutheran Church and the Rushford School Board. She was the leader of the Norway Go-Getters 4-H Club. Anita enjoyed playing cards with the Rat-Pack from Caledonia. More than anything else, Anita's family is what mattered to her most.
She is survived by five children: Kari (Randy) Drinkall, and their children, Josh, Chris, Katy (Michael) Redalen, and Tyler; Susie Lind; Doug (Becky) Lind, and their children, Chellsey, Colby, Lakyn, Danielle, Kjersta, Hans, and Jens; Dave (Karla) Lind and their children, Tori, Zach, Kenzie, and Kobe; and Dan (Erika) Lind and their children, Gabe, Sara, Donnie, and Pierce, all of Rushford; and one brother, Werner Schroeder of Salisbury, Maryland.
Anita was preceded in death by her husband and parents.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 18, 2007, at Highland Prairie Lutheran Church in rural Peterson, Minn. with the Rev. Wade Davick officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at Hoff Funeral Homes - Rushford Chapel and one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Church.
Please sign the online guest book and leave a memory of Anita at www.hofffuneral.com
Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/?id=9038
Tributes
"No matter our geographical distance, Aunt Anita was always there for me - she was a very, very important part of my life. I'll never forget the summer I spent in Minnesota as a child, when she and Uncle Donny had me for a 3-month visit...very brave and giving when they already had FIVE of their own! And I didn't even pull my weight doing chores (spoiled suburban kid), just had fun riding the horses and loving farm life. With the huge extended family Anita had right there in MN, she always kept in touch with me and found time for me. I love you, Anita...and am so sorry for the loss of all my cousins' mother and grandmother. Your niece, Alison"
"Kari, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I only have the best memories of Anita, how hard she worked, her laugh, her walk and of course ...her bobbie pin."
"I have many fond memories of spending time working with Anita in a nurse/patient relationship. I remember the first time I cared for her as a patient and I was terrified being a new grad working on a medical surgical floor and well aware of the fact Anita was a nurse and she would "know if I made a mistake!" After introducing myself to her, she must have been well aware of my nervousness and said to me, "you know we are all new nurses at some point in our lives and you have to deal with patients like me so you can feel comfortable and confident in your abilities!" I will never forget it Anita! And I had already shared with you how much I respect and love your daughter Kari!!"
"Dear family, I recall meeting Anita about 17 years ago when there was a fabulous family reunion on the farm. I'll never forget her smile, her enthusiasm for family and her gracious manner. For those of you sharing in her life each day, you were very blessed. I hope that your memories sustain you now and in the years to come."
"To the Lind family, Anita was a larger than life personality that we all looked forward to sharing time with! Her laugh and contagious smile always made your day. She was the dearest friend to my parents and they will miss her so much, as they have Donny. I have many fond memories of both your parents as I grew up. I feel blessed to have known them. My sincere sympathies to you all as you deal with this great loss! May God Bless you in the faith that your Mom is now standing in awe of the glory of God."
"I work at Winona Health and I was fortunate to meet Anita there. She was one of my very favorite patients. Always happy and cooperative. It was a pleasure to have known her and my sympathies to Anita's family. May God give you strength through this time."
"Cousins: I fondly remember our times together with you, your Mom and your Dad. Your Mom and Dad love you very much! God Bless You All!"
"To Anita's family. I have such fond memories of your mom as she was one of the first people that took me "under her wing" when I first started @ CMH in 1977. She was a friend, a mentor, a co worker and a very special person whom I feel priviledged to have known. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you"
"Dave and Family - I extend my sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother."
"When we moved here in 1950, from Ia. Anita was the first one i met of my age bracket...she was very kind to me and wanted to help me get aquainted with others. She lived up the street from me, and included me in different activities with her and her friends. I never forgot that kindness.....and admired her greatly for that...My Sympathies to her family, who must miss her very much.....can picture her in Heaven, making friends with everyone there and befriending the new commers......God bless"
"I remember how Anita whipped me into shape when I first started working as a nurse on 2North. She was one of the people instrumental in making me be the best nurse I could be. I will really miss her friendly smile and the bobby pins."
"Kari & Family, I was sorry to hear of the loss of an old friend and co-worker. I worked at CMH about 10 years ago so it's been a while since seeing my friends at the hospital. Anita was a good person and could always bring a smile to your face."
"Kari, & family, I want to forward my sincere sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your mother. Remember working with you mom at CMH. May God Bless & comfort you & family during this time."
"To the Lind Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Anita was a special cousin and a wonderful nurse!CMH was fortunate to have her as an employee! May the good Lord comfort you! Nola"
"Dave, Dan, and families, I was sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. Knowing her grandchildren, I can see that she was a very special person. You have my deepest sympathy. She shall be missed."
"Anita was a very fun and happy person to be around. May you have comfort knowing she is in Heaven with your dad smiling down on all her loved ones."