Leona Adler
July 02, 1921 - January 01, 2016
Obituary
Leona A. Adler, age 94 of Argyle, WI passed away Friday, January 1, 2016 at the Monroe Manor Nursing Home in Monroe, WI. She was born on July 2, 1921 in Blanchardville, WI the daughter of Oscar and Ella (Hoffmaster) Ayen. Leona graduated from Blanchardville High School in 1939. She grew up in the rural Blanchardville area. Leona was united in marriage to Werner P. Adler on February 19, 1941 at York Memorial Lutheran Church in rural Blanchardville. They lived in the rural Blanchardville area until 1950 when they moved to Argyle. Leona worked for the Egg Company in Argyle, at Swiss Colony in Monroe, in housekeeping at both Pleasant View Nursing Home and St. Clare Hospital in Monroe, and later at Argyle Industry until her retirement at age 80.Leona is survived by two sons: Roger (Nancy) Adler of Belmont, WI and Larry (Mary) Adler of Honolulu, HI; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one cousin: Alana Phelps of Florida; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Werner in 1969; three brothers: Willard, Harold and Otis Ayen; and one sister: Helen White.Leona was a member of the York Memorial Lutheran Church and its WELCA. She enjoyed spending time with her family which was her pride and joy. Leona spent much of her free time outside tending to her flowers. She will be fondly remembered by her family and friends.A funeral service will be held Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. at York Memorial Lutheran Church (N9407 Highway 78, Blanchardville 53516) with Rev. Kalen Barkholtz officiating. Burial will be in York Memorial Cemetery. A visitation will be held Wednesday, January 6, 2016 from 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at the church. The Erickson Funeral Home in Argyle, WI is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com.For those who prefer, a memorial fund has been established in Leona's name.
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Donna Adomavich
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Our sympathy to Roger and Nancy. Thinking of you and sending prayers to you and your family. Love you guys. Donna Adomavich and family
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Jeff & Marnie Rice
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Our thoughts and prayers to the family of our kind neighbor for 17 years. She always would say hello from across the street and she would always let us know that she enjoyed watching us work in the yard and enjoyed our Christmas lights every year. During her last years when it was hard for her to get around, she would still get across the street and visit and deliver tomatoes. Rest in peace Leona. Jeff & Marnie Rice
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Kristine Amorose
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Nancy,Roger and family so sorry for the loss of your mom. Leona was such a wonderful,kind person! Always there with a smile and a wave she was our neighbor for seven years where we would visit and help her out. So glad we went to see her Christmas day God bless!
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Susan Knudson Martin
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Taking care of this fine lady was a privilege. Leona was a wonderful lady and joy to be around. Love You Leona and sadly missed. Susan Martin CNA Monroe Manor
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Eric Bakkum
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I was so sad to hear that Great Aunt Leona passed away. I have many fond memories of her and the stories she would tell me about her brother, my grandfather, Otis. My condolences to her family and friends. Here's a picture of her with her great-great-nephew Lincoln. Eric Bakkum