Martha Mielke, 74, of Waconia
Martha Eldoris Mielke, 74, of Waconia and formerly of Silver Lake and Winsted passed away Thursday, April 11, at New Perspective Senior Living in Waconia.
She was born Aug. 16, 1944, in Buffalo, the daughter of Herbert L. and Esther P. (Schultz) Epple. Mrs. Mielke graduated from Buffalo High School in 1962.
She was a farm wife for many years and worked very hard. Mrs. Mielke was also formerly employed at Casey’s in Glencoe and at the Pantry in Winsted. She was a companion volunteer. Mrs. Mielke enjoyed playing bingo, called bingo too, puzzles, playing cards and telling jokes. She was a longtime 4H leader and a former Silver Lake Lions member.
She is survived by her loving children, Brenda Mielke of Brooklyn Park, Darlene (Brian) Kolling of Greenfield and Brian (Tiffany) Mielke of St. Michael; four grandchildren, Adam (Taylor) Kolling, Sarah Kolling, Morgan and Kendall Mielke; brother, Herman (Joni) Epple of Montrose; sister, Clara (Harold) Iverson of Waverly, Iowa; former husband and lifelong friend, Donald Mielke of Plato; other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Mielke preceded in death her parents.
A memorial service for Martha Mielke was held Tuesday, April 16, 11 a.m., at Faith Presbyterian Church in Silver Lake. Pastor Carol Chmielewski officiated. Interment will follow at Cassel Cemetery in rural Delano.
A visitation was held Tuesday, April 16, 9 a.m., at the church.
Brian Mielke was the urn-bearer.
The Maresh Funeral Home in Silver Lake is serving the family. Its Web site is www.mareshfuneralhome.com where online condolences may be made.
