Bergetta R. Modersohn Obituary (1916 - 2006)

BERGETTA RUNNING MODERSOHN Bergetta Running Modersohn, age 90, of Menomonie, WI went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 4th, 2006 at Red Cedar Medical Center in Menomonie. She was born March 31, 1916 in Colfax, WI to John Alvin and Berthea K. (Peterson) Running. Following her graduation from Colfax High School she attended college and was a member of the Eau Claire City Band. Bergetta married Charles William Modersohn on June 12, 1942 in Beloit, WI. The lived in Chicago, IL until Charles joined the Navy. Following his military service Bergetta and Charles lived in Beloit, where they were active members of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Bergetta was choir director at Our Savior's and also taught Sunday School for many years. Bergetta found the Lord at an early age and always lived her faith. She was a humanitarian who was concerned and cared about everyone. Bergetta loved music and could play several instruments including the piano, guitar, saxophone and the clarinet. She enjoyed playing golf and bridge and she enjoyed skiing, skating and swimming. She was also a Packer fan and baseball fan. In 1985 Bergetta and her husband moved to Lake Tainter near Menomonie and were members of Grace Lutheran Church in Eau Claire. This past year they moved into Menomonie and became members of Christ Lutheran Church. Bergetta is survived by: Her loving husband of over 64 years, Charles Modersohn Three children, Alan Jon Modersohn of Ettrick Brian Craig (Mary) Modersohn of Rockford, IL Daryl Joyce (Jimmy) Johnson of Ettrick Three grandchildren, Amber (Matt) Beard, Brianna Modersohn and Shawn Michael Modersohn Two great-grandchildren, Evan and Alex Modersohn Three step grandchildren, Adeline, Melinda and Dylan Lackey Two nieces and two nephews all of Menomonie Mary (Jim) Anderson, Ellen Berscheid, Michael Saumer, Steve (Judy) Saumer And other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Sylvia Running and Alvilde Saumer; and beloved aunt, Hazel Peterson. A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 pm (noon) on Friday July 7, 2006 at Christ Lutheran Church in Menomonie, with Rev. Geoff Scott officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Colfax, WI. Family and friends are welcome at the church from 11:00 AM until the time of the service on Friday. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is handling arrangements. To express condolences online, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfh.net