"So sorry to hear about the passing of Edna. May she be at peaceful rest in heaven and may the families memories of Edna help with their grief at this difficult time. God Bless."
In loving memory of
Edna Nelson
May 13, 1921 - March 27, 2011
Edna Dorr Nelson died on Sunday, March 27, 2011 at the age of 89 years old at her daughter's home in Jeffers, MN.
Edna was born on May 13, 1921, in Dawson, MN, to Albert and Magdalena (Marquardt) Werner. She graduated from Wood Lake High School and continued her education at St. Cloud State Teachers College. She received her teaching certificate and taught country school.
On February 11, 1943, Edna was united in marriage to Dr. Warren F. Dorr. They resided in Jeffers, MN. Three children blessed this union. On February 13, 1970, Warren passed away after a battle with cancer. On July 18, 1975, Edna married Victor J. Nelson and moved to his home in rural Echo, MN. Victor passed away suddenly on September 6, 2004. After Victor's passing Edna continued to live on the farm for 1 year and then returned to Jeffers in 2005. She went to live with her daughter (Shawna) and son-in-law (Mark) in October of 2008.
Edna was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Jeffers, Jeffers American Legion Auxiliary in Jeffers and Wood Lake Auxiliary in Wood Lake, MN.
Edna lived life "full speed." She became the first woman to serve as a school board member for Jeffers Public School and then Storden-Jeffers Schools. Edna loved to travel, bake, sew, play cards (especially bridge), read and garden. She was most happy when she had her family surrounding her. She enjoyed the summer months at her lake home on Lake Shetek. Edna will be especially remembered for her love of family, friends, her warm hospitality and kind heart.
Survivors include her son, Robert Dorr (Gayle) of Burnsville, MN; two daughters, Shawna Dorr-Jones (Mark) of Jeffers, MN and Tanley Dorr of Edina, MN. Her grandchildren Matthew Langland, Lindsay Langland, Riley Jones of Jeffers, MN, and Timothy Jones of Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her great-grandson Wyatt Johnson of Jeffers, MN. Brother Wayne Werner (Betty) of Minneapolis, MN, sisters Hazel Bahn of Wood Lake, MN, Alice Bottcher of Granite Falls, MN. Sister-in-law Orpha Werner of Granite Falls, MN along with many nieces and nephews.
Edna is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Magdalena Werner, her husband's Dr. Warren F. Dorr and Victor J. Nelson, brothers Raymond and Ralph Werner, sister Alda Braasch, father and mother-in-laws William and Martha Dorr, John and Martha Nelson, sister-in-laws Francis Werner and Gertrude Dorr O'Connor, brother-in-laws Arthur Braasch, Herman Bahn Sr., Arthur Bottcher and Francis P. O'Connor.
Edna will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend.
Blessed be the memory of Edna Dorr Nelson, truly a gift from God to her family and friends.
Tributes
"In the Loss of Your Mother. Those we hold most dear never truly leave us... They live on in the kindnesses they showed, the comfort they shared and the love they brought into our lives. May beautiful memories give you strength in these difficult hours. With Deepest Sympathy"
"Our sympathy to the family of Edna Werner. She was such a lovely lady. She was Leon`s cousin and they were both about the same age. Your Mom was very interested in family history and this led to many interesting visits with relatives that none of the family had ever met. Our last visit was a few years ago at her new home in Jeffers.She was very frail at that time. The last letters revealed her memory problem so sad. Some years back she gave me the Werner Family Cookbook that I cherish very much.With sympathy, Leon & Florence Werner "
"Tanley, Shawna and Bob, Your mother was so kind and gracious. I think I should have paid rent as much time as I spent at your place growing up. And Edna was always so nice. And she stayed calm with that tornado appearing to be coming right for the Doors car! Nice memories. Jeff"
"Tanley - my heart goes out to you with joy as we celebrate the life of your mother. Such an amazing lady...who had such an amazing daughter! She's always with you...and the conversations will go on (this I know first hand!). God bless you and your family. Love, Jeannie"
"A gracious host, a woman who appeared to celebrate the gifts in each of us, a person who took time to get to know others and share her stories with them. She is easy to love, easy to remember, a real gift to the world, and I'm glad I got to spend a little time with her."
"Sincere sympathy to you all. You were able to have her here for many years and I am sure have many memories. Remembering those special times will help you get through until you meet again. "
"So sorry for your loss. I'll be prayong for you all."
"Deepest sympathies to you. My prayers are with you now. She is at peace, but missing you all. "
"Long time friend at the lake. A special person. Had my first "Highball" with her."
"We are sorry for your loss. We will always remember Edna for her welcoming and caring personality when we came to stay at the lake, and her zest for life!"
"So sorry to hear of your loss. We offer you our deepest sympathies. Edna will be missed!"
"Our deepest sympathies to your family. Edna was the queen and cheerleader of her family. Her crown will fit no one else. A graceful end to a graceful life. Rest in peace dear lady."
"Bob, Shawna and I were blessed with a wonderful Mother. She was loving, kind, giving and always thought of others. She was a lovely lady and the entire family will miss her. "