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Margerie Stella Stromseth Opitz

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Birth	:	23 Mar 1926 Roslyn, Day County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	3 Jul 2017 Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, USA
Burial	:	Saint Michaels Catholic Cemetery, Day County, USA
Coordinate	:	45.5835991, -97.4178009
Description	:	Margerie S. Opitz passed away peacefully on July 3, 2017, at the age of 91 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The day of her passing coincides with her and her husband’s wedding anniversary of July 3, 1945; some 72 years ago. A memorial service in her honor will be held in Webster, South Dakota, at a future date. Margerie was born on March 23, 1926, to Mary and Elmer Stromseth of Roslyn, S.D. She was the second oldest of 11 siblings. As a child she grew up on her parent’s farm located near Roslyn and attended the local country school... Read More	Margerie S. Opitz passed away peacefully on July 3, 2017, at the age of 91 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The day of her passing coincides with her and her husband’s wedding anniversary of July 3, 1945; some 72 years ago. A memorial service in her honor will be held in Webster, South Dakota, at a future date. Margerie was born on March 23, 1926, to Mary and Elmer Stromseth of Roslyn, S.D. She was the second oldest of 11 siblings. As a child she grew up on her parent’s farm located near Roslyn and attended the local country school with her brothers and sisters. Being the eldest daughter, she helped care for her younger siblings, as well as worked on the family farm. She learned at a young age to cook, sew, garden and the meaning of hard work. As time went on, Margerie became a lovely young woman and fell in love with Frederick Opitz. The two were married in holy matrimony on July 3, 1945, in the “Sacred Heart Church” of Eden. Margerie and Fred eventually bought his father’s homestead where he had grown up. They farmed the land for 40-plus years and raised their family of seven children. Through the years, she worked side by side with her husband. She helped during harvest season, stacked hay and still managed her household duties and raised their children. She enjoyed cooking, canning, baking and sewing. Her favorite hobby was gardening. She had a green thumb when it came to growing “African Violet” house plants. Margerie and Fred enjoyed their life together for nearly 52 years. Fred passed away on May 20, 1997. Margerie eventually moved into Webster and lived there for 11 years. She was a member of “Christ the King Church” of Webster. Due to age and health issues, she moved to Colorado Springs to live with her youngest daughter and her family. She lived there nearly 3 ½ years and passed away peacefully in her own bed with family by her side. Through all of life’s challenges, Margerie was always grateful for the blessings that were bestowed upon her and her family; never losing her faith in God. She was a devoted wife and mother. She will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew her. Some of those whom she leaves behind to cherish her memory are as follows: Daughters, sons and their spouses: Elaine and Don Reyelts of Wilmot; Vivian Opitz of Casper, Wyoming; DuWayne and Carol Opitz of Walla Walla, Wash.; Charlene Clark of Anacortes, Wash.; Karen and Bernie Wilder of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Jeff Opitz of Britton. Grandchildren and great grandchildren: Sara Opitz, William Wilder, Angie Wilder, Heather Wilder, Doyle Bennett and family, Dustin Opitz, Derek Opitz, Sean Adams, Brennan, Kaelle and Hanne Opitz. Sisters, brothers and spouses: Lattie Trautner of Webster; Albin and Phyllis Stromseth of Watertown; Doris and Carl Block of Waubay; Quentin and Jan Stromseth of Sun City West, Ariz.; Myrene and Leo Gaikowski of Webster; Darlene Oberg of Virginia, Minn., and Patty Stromseth of St Cloud, Minn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Opitz; two sons, Dale Michael and Marvin Opitz; a grand-daughter, Amber Clark; a son-in-law, Bill Clark; her parents, Mary and Elmer Stromseth; a sister Marcella and brothers Norbert, Norman and Wilfred Stromseth. - Published in The Watertown Public Opinion July 15, 2017

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Where is Margerie Stella Stromseth Opitz's memorial?
Margerie Stella Stromseth Opitz's memorial is located at: Saint Michaels Catholic Cemetery, Day County, USA.
When did Margerie Stella Stromseth Opitz death?
Margerie Stella Stromseth Opitz death on 3 Jul 2017 in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, USA
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Latitude: 45.5835991
Longitude: -97.4178009

Family Members:

Parent

Elmer Olai Stromseth

(1897 - 1967)

Mary Lavina Etl Stromseth

(1903 - 2001)

Spouse

Frederick Oatmor Opitz

(1915 - 1997)

Siblings

Norbert Francis Stromseth

(1925 - 2011)

Lattie Edna Stromseth Trautner

(1928 - 2019)

Marcella Stromseth

(1931 - 1931)

Norman Eugene Stromseth

(1936 - 2007)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Michaels Catholic Cemetery
Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5835991, -97.4178009

2. Saron Lutheran Cemetery
Roslyn, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5225780, -97.3866640

3. German Lutheran Cemetery
Roslyn, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5366410, -97.4917100

4. Old Eden Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6441994, -97.3514023

5. Buffalo Lake Cemetery
Eden, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6232970, -97.3034730

6. Roslyn Lutheran Cemetery
Roslyn, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4880981, -97.4689026

7. Fort Sisseton Post Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6582900, -97.5319000

8. Fron Lutheran Cemetery
Roslyn, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5292080, -97.5714360

9. Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery
Grenville, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4646310, -97.3856450

10. Buffalo Lake Lutheran Cemetery
Eden, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6021900, -97.2381600

11. Zoar Lutheran Cemetery
Grenville, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5435990, -97.2389820

12. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Lake City, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7188988, -97.3977966

13. Lake City Cemetery
Lake City, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7196999, -97.3908005

14. Rose Hill Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6161003, -97.6389008

15. Hope Lutheran Cemetery
Sisseton, Roberts County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6742700, -97.2222300

16. Saint James Episcopal Cemetery
Waubay, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4337110, -97.2986560

17. Brown Family Homestead Burial Plot
Sisseton, Roberts County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6606875, -97.1966177

18. Falnes Cemetery
Pierpont, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5587610, -97.6713970

19. Blue Dog Grave
Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4280150, -97.2836970

20. Hanson Cemetery
Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5005989, -97.6517029

21. Saint Benedict Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7327995, -97.2472000

22. Tabor Lutheran Church Cemetery
Webster, Day County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4423570, -97.6063590

23. Bethel Cemetery
Sisseton, Roberts County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5437200, -97.1354500

24. Roy Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7374992, -97.2285995