In loving memory of

Marjorie Luethje 07/09/2020
March 8, 1927 - July 9, 2020

Marjorie Luethje, 93 of Gladbrook, IA passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Westbrook Acres in Gladbrook. Private graveside services will be held at Crystal cemetery in rural Gladbrook. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Iowa River Hospice or Peace United Church of Christ in Gladbrook. The Gladbrook Chapel of Anderson Funeral Homes has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to www.andersonfhs.com

Marjorie was born March 8, 1927 to George and Clardina (Staack) Meyer in Beaman, IA She graduated from Gladbrook Community High School in 1944. Marjorie was united in marriage to Loren Luethje on May 4, 1947 at Peace Church in Gladbrook by Reverend Barten. They farmed all their married life. She also was a cook at Westbrook Acres for many years. Marjorie loved to sew and bake cakes for family and friends. She and her husband loved to dance and especially loved living in the country.

Marjorie is survived by three children, Ralph (Beverly) Luethje of Nevada, IA, Ann Daniel of Gladbrook, and Glenn (Ella) Luethje of Guyton, Georgia; seven grandchildren, Ryan (Lindsey), Mary Ann (Curt), Becky (Chris), Tony, Mark, Mary, Kindra (Cody), Joseph, 13 great grandchildren, Hayden, Carver, Lilly, Lucas, Alex, Jackson, Adam, Amy, Alison, Abbie, Samantha, Josie, Gracie, and four great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Loren, a brother, Henry Meyer, two sisters, Vernitta Turner and Alma Jacobs, as well as several brother in laws and sister in laws.

Tributes

Wilbur and Sherry Busch wrote on Jul 20, 2020:

"Our deepest sympathy for Marjorie's family at the loss of their loved one. Wilbur and Sherry Busch"

Roger Elmore wrote on Jul 14, 2020:

"Farmed for the Luethje?s 18 years and they were salt of the earth! Marge was the best! Roger Elmore"

Libby Hooper wrote on Jul 14, 2020:

"Ann, Glen, and Ralph, We are sorry to hear of Marjie's passing. She was a lovely lady with a quick smile and a joyful personality. Jeff and Lib fondly remember spending many New Year's Eves with your parents. May the memories of your Mother comfort and sustain you. Jeff and Cheryl Bruene Libby and Steve Hooper"

David Thomas wrote on Jul 14, 2020:

"Ann and family, it was my privilege to know and care for your parents. May they both Rest In Peace. David Thomas "

AeroDynamic Aviation wrote on Jul 14, 2020:

"Glenn and family. We are so sorry for your loss and are sending prayers for comfort and peace from your AeroDynamic Aviaiton family."

Sandy Parsons Mohr wrote on Jul 13, 2020:

"So sorry for your loss what a kind beautiful lady. Prayers for all of you."

Craig and Rose wrote on Jul 13, 2020:

"Sending our thoughts and prayers to all. A very kind and special person we got to know through church. "

Kim Welch wrote on Jul 13, 2020:

"I am so sorry for you?re loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kim Welch"