Elaine Rydiger obituary: Elaine Rydiger's Obituary, Denver
In Memory Of
Elaine Ann Rydiger
1924 - 2017
In Memory Of
Elaine Ann Rydiger
1924 - 2017
Elaine Ann Rydiger (Haverwold) 06/25/1924 - 06/18/2017
Elaine passed away one week shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born to Lars & Anna Haverwold on a homestead outside of Watford City, North Dakota.
She survived many adversaries. Born premature, she fit in a shoebox. She survived Scarlet Fever and a burst appendix where she was packed in ice for 3 days until a blizzard passed and they could hitch a wagon to get her to the town hospital. One tough farm girl.
She graduated from Watford City, High School and seeking adventure moved to San Francisco with her sister Dorothy during WWII. With her secretarial skills Elaine became a secretary for a US Navy Admiral. Later she moved to Minneapolis and worked in a factory making ammunition towards the end of the war.
Elaine joined the Ullr Ski Club. On a ski trip to Sun Valley, Idaho she met her future husband Larry. They later, married in Minneapolis. 07/03/1953. They were married 63 years until Larry’s passing 10/24/2016. Larry was transferred with his job (Western Electric) to Denver in the early 1960’s, with 3 children in tow. She would enjoy skiing with the kids and numerous friends every chance she got while Larry ski patrolled at Vail, CO. in the 60’s and 70’s. The both skied until their late seventies.
Elaine had numerous jobs to keep busy. Her favorites were Cherry Creek Schools, and a successful Real Estate career.
Upon retirement Elaine and Larry moved to Grand Junction where they made many new friends. Active in their church, the local Sons of Norway Chapter, and numerous activities that the City of Grand Junction offered. She won many awards for her peach recipes that she entered in the Palisade Peach Festivals.
Elaine is preceded in death by Larry, her two sisters Dorothy and Shirley.
Survived by her 3 children Susie, Bob, and Jon (Kim). 2 granddaughters Kerry and Amanda.
A memorial service for both Larry & Elaine will be held Sunday 07/02/2017 at 1:00pm: Augustana Lutheran Church. Christ Chapel East Entrance, 2nd floor. 5000 E. Alameda Ave. Denver, CO. 80246.
To share a memory of Elaine or leave a special condolence message for her family, please click the Share Memories button above.
Elaine passed away one week shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born to Lars & Anna Haverwold on a homestead outside of Watford City, North Dakota.
She survived many adversaries. Born premature, she fit in a shoebox. She survived Scarlet Fever and a burst appendix where she was packed in ice for 3 days until a blizzard passed and they could hitch a wagon to get her to the town hospital. One tough farm girl.
She graduated from Watford City, High School and seeking adventure moved to San Francisco with her sister Dorothy during WWII. With her secretarial skills Elaine became a secretary for a US Navy Admiral. Later she moved to Minneapolis and worked in a factory making ammunition towards the end of the war.
Elaine joined the Ullr Ski Club. On a ski trip to Sun Valley, Idaho she met her future husband Larry. They later, married in Minneapolis. 07/03/1953. They were married 63 years until Larry’s passing 10/24/2016. Larry was transferred with his job (Western Electric) to Denver in the early 1960’s, with 3 children in tow. She would enjoy skiing with the kids and numerous friends every chance she got while Larry ski patrolled at Vail, CO. in the 60’s and 70’s. The both skied until their late seventies.
Elaine had numerous jobs to keep busy. Her favorites were Cherry Creek Schools, and a successful Real Estate career.
Upon retirement Elaine and Larry moved to Grand Junction where they made many new friends. Active in their church, the local Sons of Norway Chapter, and numerous activities that the City of Grand Junction offered. She won many awards for her peach recipes that she entered in the Palisade Peach Festivals.
Elaine is preceded in death by Larry, her two sisters Dorothy and Shirley.
Survived by her 3 children Susie, Bob, and Jon (Kim). 2 granddaughters Kerry and Amanda.
A memorial service for both Larry & Elaine will be held Sunday 07/02/2017 at 1:00pm: Augustana Lutheran Church. Christ Chapel East Entrance, 2nd floor. 5000 E. Alameda Ave. Denver, CO. 80246.
To share a memory of Elaine or leave a special condolence message for her family, please click the Share Memories button above.
Elaine Ann Rydiger (Haverwold) 06/25/1924 - 06/18/2017
Elaine passed away one week shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born to Lars & Anna Haverwold on a homestead outside of Watford City, North Dakota.
She survived many adversaries. Born premature, she fit in a shoebox. She survived Scarlet Fever and a burst appendix where she was packed in ice for 3 days until a blizzard passed and they could hitch a wagon to get her to the town hospital. One tough farm girl.
She graduated from Watford City, High School and seeking adventure moved to San Francisco with her sister Dorothy during WWII. With her secretarial skills Elaine became a secretary for a US Navy Admiral. Later she moved to Minneapolis and worked in a factory making ammunition towards the end of the war.
Elaine joined the Ullr Ski Club. On a ski trip to Sun Valley, Idaho she met her future husband Larry. They later, married in Minneapolis. 07/03/1953. They were married 63 years until Larry’s passing 10/24/2016. Larry was transferred with his job (Western Electric) to Denver in the early 1960’s, with 3 children in tow. She would enjoy skiing with the kids and numerous friends every chance she got while Larry ski patrolled at Vail, CO. in the 60’s and 70’s. The both skied until their late seventies.
Elaine had numerous jobs to keep busy. Her favorites were Cherry Creek Schools, and a successful Real Estate career.
Upon retirement Elaine and Larry moved to Grand Junction where they made many new friends. Active in their church, the local Sons of Norway Chapter, and numerous activities that the City of Grand Junction offered. She won many awards for her peach recipes that she entered in the Palisade Peach Festivals.
Elaine is preceded in death by Larry, her two sisters Dorothy and Shirley.
Survived by her 3 children Susie, Bob, and Jon (Kim). 2 granddaughters Kerry and Amanda.
A memorial service for both Larry & Elaine will be held Sunday 07/02/2017 at 1:00pm: Augustana Lutheran Church. Christ Chapel East Entrance, 2nd floor. 5000 E. Alameda Ave. Denver, CO. 80246.
To share a memory of Elaine or leave a special condolence message for her family, please click the Share Memories button above.
Elaine passed away one week shy of her 93rd birthday. She was born to Lars & Anna Haverwold on a homestead outside of Watford City, North Dakota.
She survived many adversaries. Born premature, she fit in a shoebox. She survived Scarlet Fever and a burst appendix where she was packed in ice for 3 days until a blizzard passed and they could hitch a wagon to get her to the town hospital. One tough farm girl.
She graduated from Watford City, High School and seeking adventure moved to San Francisco with her sister Dorothy during WWII. With her secretarial skills Elaine became a secretary for a US Navy Admiral. Later she moved to Minneapolis and worked in a factory making ammunition towards the end of the war.
Elaine joined the Ullr Ski Club. On a ski trip to Sun Valley, Idaho she met her future husband Larry. They later, married in Minneapolis. 07/03/1953. They were married 63 years until Larry’s passing 10/24/2016. Larry was transferred with his job (Western Electric) to Denver in the early 1960’s, with 3 children in tow. She would enjoy skiing with the kids and numerous friends every chance she got while Larry ski patrolled at Vail, CO. in the 60’s and 70’s. The both skied until their late seventies.
Elaine had numerous jobs to keep busy. Her favorites were Cherry Creek Schools, and a successful Real Estate career.
Upon retirement Elaine and Larry moved to Grand Junction where they made many new friends. Active in their church, the local Sons of Norway Chapter, and numerous activities that the City of Grand Junction offered. She won many awards for her peach recipes that she entered in the Palisade Peach Festivals.
Elaine is preceded in death by Larry, her two sisters Dorothy and Shirley.
Survived by her 3 children Susie, Bob, and Jon (Kim). 2 granddaughters Kerry and Amanda.
A memorial service for both Larry & Elaine will be held Sunday 07/02/2017 at 1:00pm: Augustana Lutheran Church. Christ Chapel East Entrance, 2nd floor. 5000 E. Alameda Ave. Denver, CO. 80246.
To share a memory of Elaine or leave a special condolence message for her family, please click the Share Memories button above.
Services & Gatherings
Memorial Service
Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 1:00pm
Augustana Lutheran Church, Christ Chapel East Entrance, 2nd floor, 5000 E. Alameda Avenue, Denver, CO 80246
Interment
Fort Logan National Cemetery
3698 S. Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80235
East Metro Chapel (720-857-0700) is assisting the family
East Metro Chapel (720-857-0700) is assisting the family