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Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke

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Birth	:	29 Jan 1925 Farley, Dubuque County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	1 Jun 2015 Cherokee, Cherokee County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Mount Calvary Cemetery, Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.7639008, -95.5847015
Description	:	Sally Henke January 29, 1925 - June 1, 2015 Sally Henke January 29, 1925 - June 1, 2015 Marcella Magdalene (Theisen) Henke, the daughter of John and Anna (Ruden) Theisen, was born January 29, 1925, in Farley, Iowa. The family moved to Le Mars, Iowa, and Sally attended St. Joseph School. She received her GED in 1974. On January 7, 1948, Sally was united in marriage to Richard Henke in Oyens, Iowa. The couple farmed west of Cherokee. During the early years of their marriage, Sally devoted her time to taking care of her home and managing the busy lives of their eight children. She... Read More	Sally Henke January 29, 1925 - June 1, 2015 Sally Henke January 29, 1925 - June 1, 2015 Marcella Magdalene (Theisen) Henke, the daughter of John and Anna (Ruden) Theisen, was born January 29, 1925, in Farley, Iowa. The family moved to Le Mars, Iowa, and Sally attended St. Joseph School. She received her GED in 1974. On January 7, 1948, Sally was united in marriage to Richard Henke in Oyens, Iowa. The couple farmed west of Cherokee. During the early years of their marriage, Sally devoted her time to taking care of her home and managing the busy lives of their eight children. She enjoyed gardening, bowling, playing cards, dancing, and loved to cook and bake for her family. Her banana bread and cranberry rolls were always a hit. She kept up on politics and worked the election polls. Throughout the years, she enjoyed attending the many activities of her grandchildren. The highlight for Sally each year was attending the annual family picnic. She was a member of the I.C. Catholic Church, the Catholic Daughters of America,and a volunteer at the Cherokee County Fair for many years. On June 1, 2015, Sally passed away at Country Side Estates in Cherokee. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Elmer and Reynold Theisen; three sisters, Shirley Gengler, Lois Theisen and Therry Weiler. Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Richard; Rick (Susan) Henke of Rochester, IL, Dennis (Carolyn) Henke of Waterloo, IA, Karen Henke of Omaha, NE, Darwin (Carmen) Henke of Cherokee, IA, Duane (Marcia) Henke of Larrabee, IA, Konnie (Wally) Leonard of Cherokee, IA, Kim (Grant) Thompson of Thousand Oaks, CA, and Dan (Kathy) Henke of Rowlett, TX; 14 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Cyril (Helen) Theisen of Remsen, IA, and Ivan (Yvonne) Theisen of Marcus, IA; a sister, Rita McCarty of Spencer, IA; two sisters-in-law, Joan Cronin of Marcus and Rita Theisen of Canby, MN; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.

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Where is Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke's memorial?
Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke's memorial is located at: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA.
When did Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke death?
Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke death on 1 Jun 2015 in Cherokee, Cherokee County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Marcella Magdalene “Sally” Theisen Henke's memorial?
Latitude: 42.7639008
Longitude: -95.5847015

Family Members:

Parent

John Peter Theisen

(1894 - 1983)

Anna Marie Ruden Theisen

(1894 - 1965)

Siblings

Rita Mae Theisen McCarty

(1928 - 2018)

Mrs Shirley Ann Theisen Gengler

(1931 - 2011)

Lois Theresa Theisen

(1933 - 2015)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Mount Calvary Cemetery
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7639008, -95.5847015

2. Beacon Hollow Cemetery
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7572057, -95.5727856

3. George Donohoe Grave Site
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7571850, -95.5704080

4. Oak Hill Cemetery
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7496986, -95.5796967

5. Memory Gardens
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7778015, -95.5580978

6. Meriden Cemetery
Meriden, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7868996, -95.6425018

7. Cedar Cemetery
Larrabee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8361015, -95.5346985

8. Maryhill Visitation Church Cemetery
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7360000, -95.6895000

9. Liberty Cemetery
Meriden, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8368988, -95.6361008

10. Afton Cemetery
Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8064003, -95.4863968

11. West Pilot Cemetery
Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6674995, -95.5841980

12. Cherokee County Pioneer Cemetery
Spring Township, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8502998, -95.4906006

13. Good Hope Cemetery
Cherokee, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6618996, -95.5258026

14. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Aurelia, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7024994, -95.4460983

15. Grandview Cemetery
Quimby, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6183014, -95.6417007

16. Haight Family Farm Cemetery
Aurelia, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7778400, -95.3781060

17. Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery
Aurelia, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8165000, -95.3885000

18. Silver Cemetery
Quimby, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6058006, -95.5950012

19. Liberty Cemetery
Calumet, O'Brien County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9241982, -95.5932999

20. Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Quimby, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6671982, -95.7611008

21. Marcus-Amherst Cemetery
Marcus, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8161011, -95.8007965

22. Holy Name Cemetery
Marcus, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8163986, -95.8032990

23. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Marcus, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7348000, -95.8208000

24. Diamond Cemetery
Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6156006, -95.4480972