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Josephine Wolbaum Keller

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Birth	:	27 Aug 1931 Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, USA
Death	:	20 Feb 2021 Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Saint Marys Cemetery, Bismarck, Burleigh County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.8153000, -100.7546997
Description	:	Josephine Keller, 89, Bismarck, passed away on February 19, 2021, at CHI St. Alexius, Bismarck. Josephine (Wolbaum) Keller was born on their family farm north of Braddock ND on August 27, 1931 to Harry and Josephine (Mitzel) Wolbaum. She was baptized at St. Katherine’s Catholic Church in Braddock where she also received the sacraments of the Eucharist, Reconciliation and Confirmation. The family relocated to their farmstead west of Braddock where Josephine was raised as the only sister to seven brothers. She was educated at a nearby country school. Mom always said that when she died she didn’t want... Read More	Josephine Keller, 89, Bismarck, passed away on February 19, 2021, at CHI St. Alexius, Bismarck. Josephine (Wolbaum) Keller was born on their family farm north of Braddock ND on August 27, 1931 to Harry and Josephine (Mitzel) Wolbaum. She was baptized at St. Katherine’s Catholic Church in Braddock where she also received the sacraments of the Eucharist, Reconciliation and Confirmation. The family relocated to their farmstead west of Braddock where Josephine was raised as the only sister to seven brothers. She was educated at a nearby country school. Mom always said that when she died she didn’t want a lengthy obituary. “All you need to say is ‘Those who knew me, knew me. Those who didn’t wouldn’t care.’” What Mom didn’t understand is that those who didn’t know her, missed out. So, while she rests in peace, a small part of her story will be told. Mom met and married our dad in 1949 and started their farm north of Braddock. This was the start of a 67-year partnership. In that marriage they raised a family of 13 children and thousands of chickens. The farm was always a place of hard work, discipline as needed and plenty of fun. In addition to being a farmwife and mother, Mom busied herself as a seamstress and with Dad, they ran an upholstery business. Mom also taught religion classes for many years, was an active member of St. Katherine’s Altar Society, served as an assessor for the Wild Rose Township and also served as a school board member. Mom was a mom to many, both young and old. In a small community, she was always ready to step up to the plate. She knew her way around a hair clipper and played barber to a handful of neighbors. Rarely did she cheer on her children in a softball game without backing it up with a roaster full of fried chicken for the team. She was always a second score keeper at basketball games just in case the first fell asleep on the job. She often volunteered to drive for school functions when there was a need, and if you were in her station wagon you likely spent your time singing or praying. She was a creative thinker and used this skill in every way possible. Mom had a sense of humor and this along with a side of trickery reached so many. Rarely did she alter a piece of clothing for someone without leaving a surprise stitch somewhere. One time her trickery even got the best of her own children when she showed up at school as the Easter Bunny. We all went home that day talking about this mysterious rabbit and she didn’t say a word. Mom and Dad continued to farm until 1987 when they moved into Braddock to take on the jobs of school custodial staff and cook. It was in 1991 that they moved to Bismarck where they managed apartments until 2014. During these years Mom formed many new friendships. She was active in the St. Mary’s Altar Society and the church choir. As her health declined, Mom formed friendships with those who cared for her specifically the staff at the CHI Kidney Dialysis Unit and the wonderful, caring staff at Northland PACE for whom she was so grateful. The family wants to extend their greatest appreciation to the PACE staff for their compassionate care and endless support for Mom and the family, particularly over the last three months. You have become part of our family as she always enjoyed seeing every one of you throughout the day. Thank you to Dr. Kayani and the Palliative Care team for their guidance, care, and support through this process. Thank you, St. Alexius nursing staff, whose compassion made this a peaceful transition for our mom. For Mom, life was a selfless journey. She kept her heart full by doing for others. She had endless love for her four boys and nine daughters. If someone needed a pair of hands, she found a way to offer three. When God entrusted her with a talent, she accepted the responsibility and used it well. If someone told her she can’t, she found a way to show that she can. May she now rest peacefully. Josephine is survived by her twelve children, Mary Jo Mastel, Deb Patterson (Harlan), Janice Kubik (Tim), Jerry Keller (Candi), Alvina Reichert (Mark), Jim Keller (Nancy), Pauline Strom (Murray), Arleen Fettig (Tony), Josie Glatt (Dean), Harrietta Kalberer (Jim), Barb Stroh (Brent), and Milton Keller Jr.; daughter-in-law, Kerry Keller; 37 grandchildren; and 41 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Gus Wolbaum (Maryann) and sister-in-law, Eleanor Wolbaum; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Josephine was preceded in death by her husband Milton; her son, John; one infant daughter; her son-in-law, Mike Mastel; her brothers, Joseph (Ann) Wolbaum, Jacob (Margie) Wolbaum, Harry (Lena) Wolbaum, Mike Wolbaum, George Wolbaum, and Franklin Wolbaum. DaWise-Perry Funeral Services

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Josephine Wolbaum Keller's memorial is located at: Saint Marys Cemetery, Bismarck, Burleigh County, USA.
When did Josephine Wolbaum Keller death?
Josephine Wolbaum Keller death on 20 Feb 2021 in Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 46.8153000
Longitude: -100.7546997

Family Members:

Parent

Harmonamus “Harrt” Wolbaum Sr.

(1900 - 1967)

Josephine Mitzel Wolbaum

(1902 - 1994)

Spouse

Milton J. Keller

(1928 - 2018)

Siblings

Jacob Wolbaum

(1923 - 2010)

Haronamus Raymond “Harry” Wolbaum

(1924 - 2019)

Children

John M Keller

(1954 - 2010)

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