Valeria Wold Obituary (1916

VALERIA F. WOLD Valeria F. Wold, age 87, of Menomonie died Mon., Jan. 12, 2004 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield. The former Valeria Weiss was born on February 29, 1916 to Otto and Francis (Close) Weiss. She married Arthur Wold on Dec. 21, 1940. Valeria was an avid gardener. Her garden brought joy to many people as they drove by her garden east of Menomonie. She also had a love for birds, animals, children and caring for others. Valeria is survived by: 2 daughters Syrilla Larson of Menomonie Michele (Joe) Biron of Elk Mound 3 grandchildren Timothy Biron of Elk Mound Tessy (Stacy) Wigfield of Colfax Robb Larson of Menomonie And other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arthur; 2 brothers, James and Julius Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Thursday, January 15, 2004 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie with Rev. John Mikkelson officiating. Burial will be in Christ Lutheran/Halvorson Cemetery in Menomonie. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday one hour prior to the service.