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Eggo "Swede" Bulten

Birth	:	12 Apr 1929 Butler County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	4 Feb 2009 Storm Lake, Buena Vista County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Early Union Cemetery, Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4578018, -95.1425018
Description	:	Eggo "Swede" Bulten, 79, of Early, Iowa, following many years of health setbacks and struggles, moved on to eternal rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa. Swede was born on April 12, 1929, in Butler County, Iowa, to Eppo and Gepka (VanDyke) Bulten. He lived with his foster parents, Ralph and Sarah Ryerson from age 10 to 16 and attended Winnebago County School at Forest City, Iowa, through the eighth grade. He was baptized and confirmed on May 16, 1943, at Linden Lutheran Church in Winnebago County. Swede entered the... Read More	Eggo "Swede" Bulten, 79, of Early, Iowa, following many years of health setbacks and struggles, moved on to eternal rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa. Swede was born on April 12, 1929, in Butler County, Iowa, to Eppo and Gepka (VanDyke) Bulten. He lived with his foster parents, Ralph and Sarah Ryerson from age 10 to 16 and attended Winnebago County School at Forest City, Iowa, through the eighth grade. He was baptized and confirmed on May 16, 1943, at Linden Lutheran Church in Winnebago County. Swede entered the service on January 17, 1951, serving in the United States Army during the Korean War, earning a Bronze Star and the rank of Sergeant on completion of duty September 10, 1956. Swede fell in love and on December 23, 1961, he was united in marriage to Wanda Janssen Ulven. They made their home in Early, where they brought up their children: Lowell, Marla, Lori, and Kari. Through the years, Swede worked for several employers as a heavy equipment operator, truck driver, and in elevator and road construction. He owned his own bar and after retirement in 1986, worked at the car wash in Storm Lake. His hobbies included carpentry, home improvement projects, bird watching, listening to country western music, and relaxing on his deck. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and having social gatherings and get-togethers. He never met a stranger and will be remembered as a friend to all. Swede was a great husband, dad, grandpa, and brother who loved his family and enjoyed family vacations, Christmas celebrations, and attending his grandchildren's activities. He was a member of the United Methodist Church and Merton V. Hair American Legion Post No. 325 of Early and V.F.W. Post No. 4704 of Schaller. Survivors include his wife, Wanda of Early; sons Lowell (Darlene) Ulven of Granby, MO, and Doug Bulten of Fort Dodge, IA; daughters Marla (Steve) Jewett of Sloan, IA, Lori (Stuart) Sweeden of Rome, GA, and Kari (Randy) Franken of Early; grandchildren: Tate (Melissa) Ulven, Fallbrook, CA, Jennifer (Neil) Hantsbarger, Gardner, KS, Stephanie Ulven, Des Moines, IA, Megan (Colin) Miller, Tampa, FL, Tyson (Angie) Jewett, Colorado Springs, CO, Travis (Sarah) Jewett, Storm Lake, IA, Courtney Tilley, Rome, GA, Ellyn (Freddie) Schmitt, Austell, GA, and Kaela, Kaitlin and Kara Franken, Early, IA; great-grandchildren: Candice and Cadman Hantsbarger, Gardner, KS, Adam and Phoenix Tilley, Rome, GA, Katie and Natalie Miller, Tampa, FL, Bryce & Ian Jewett, Storm Lake, IA, Rowen Ulven, Fallbrook, CA, and Reagan Schmitt, Austell, GA. Other survivors include his foster mother Sarah Ryerson of Mankato, MN; foster sister Helen (J. B.) of Coughlin Mankato, MN; many extended family members, and a host of friends. Swede was preceded in death by his parents, Eppo and Gepka Bulten, foster father Ralph Ryerson; siblings Catherine Card, Hermina Davis, Helen Jaster, John Bulten, Sarah Nelson, Susie Clark, Eppo Bulten, Jr., and foster sister Sharon Dillon.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is Eggo "Swede" Bulten's memorial?
Eggo "Swede" Bulten's memorial is located at: Early Union Cemetery, Early, Sac County, USA.
When did Eggo "Swede" Bulten death?
Eggo "Swede" Bulten death on 4 Feb 2009 in Storm Lake, Buena Vista County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Eggo "Swede" Bulten's memorial?
Latitude: 42.4578018
Longitude: -95.1425018

Family Members:

Parent

Eppo Jan Bulten

(1888 - 1948)

Gepky “Carrie” Van Dyk Bulten

(1888 - 1930)

Siblings

Helen Bulten Jaster

(1912 - 2006)

Anna Bulten

(1921 - 1921)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Early Union Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4578018, -95.1425018

2. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4650002, -95.1446991

3. Protestant Union Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4294014, -95.1483002

4. Sac County Farm Cemetery
Early, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4295560, -95.1175190

5. Nemaha Cemetery
Nemaha, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5102997, -95.0905991

6. Emmanuel Cemetery
Cook Township, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3993988, -95.2063980

7. Chase Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5036011, -95.2288971

8. German Methodist Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5045000, -95.2481000

9. Cook Center Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4432983, -95.2649994

10. Immanuel Reformed Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5396996, -95.2294006

11. Salem Reform Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3555984, -95.1866989

12. Oakland Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4272100, -94.9910760

13. Richland Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3544006, -95.2238998

14. Linton Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3330994, -95.1474991

15. Clinton Township Cemetery
Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3330600, -95.1475000

16. Saint Josephs Catholic Church Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5035000, -95.3095000

17. Schaller Cemetery
Schaller, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5046000, -95.3117600

18. Cory Grove Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3932991, -94.9788971

19. Donna Lynn Salis-Christensen Burial Plot
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5882134, -95.0544960

20. Cedar Cemetery
Sac City, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4430000, -94.9110000

21. Ferguson Cemetery
Lake View, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3142014, -95.0132980

22. Maple Valley Township Cemetery
Alta, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5752600, -95.3199980

23. Newell Catholic Prairie Cemetery
Newell, Buena Vista County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6144000, -95.0328000

24. Odebolt Cemetery
Odebolt, Sac County, USA
Coordinate: 42.2985992, -95.2469025