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Odrun Jelberg Obituary


Odrun Clara Jelberg (Laksholm)

Odrun Jelberg was born August 11, 1927 in Seattle, WA the daughter of Scandinavian immigrants Hans and Solvieg Laksholm. Odrun passed away after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's disease on Sunday, March 27, 2011 in Everett, WA.
"Od" was married to Gerhard (Bud) Jelberg for over 50 years before his passing in 2006. During her life, Od was the Office Manager at Valley General Hospital in Monroe, WA. She was known to be a creative person who loved to express herself in painting, especially garden decorations that she made with and for her close friends and family. She was also an active participant in the ministry and life of Peace Lutheran Church in Monroe.
Her husband, Bud, her parents, sister, Arnhild Boomhower and grandson, Ryan, preceded Odrun in death.
She is survived by her children, Marc Bassi, Tom Jelberg, Sylvia Hanson and Jeanne Little; four grandchildren, Tim, Jacob, Nich, and Casey-Mae; three great grandchildren, Mckenzie, Dylan, and Wyatt; as well as numerous friends.
May God bless her memory amongst us.
There will be a Memorial Service held on Saturday, April 9 at 1 p.m. in the sanctuary of Peace Lutheran Church, 202 Dickinson in Monroe, WA.



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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Apr. 1 to Apr. 3, 2011.

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April 22, 2011

Sylvia,Jeanne and families,
We were sorry to hear of OJ's passing.
I also have great memories of working with her and the fun we had.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Myrna and John Jensen

Bob Dodge Family

April 3, 2011

Hey Sylvia and Jeanne,
Sending our thoughts your way. I remember so many times at your farm and picking raspberries with Mom and Dad. All the family police gatherings with your Mom and Dad. We sure did have fun and some great memories. Thats what its all about the good times, Mom will be there on Saturday to represent our family.

Kathy Gregerson & JD Keys

April 2, 2011

Sylvia & Family,
So very sorry to see & read about your beautiful mother. Take good care of each other through this very sad time.
Warmest regards, Kathy & JD

sally strom

April 2, 2011

Sylvia & Family, Are thoughts are with you and we remember the great times with the Jelberg family... horses, raspberries, sleep-overs & great Sunday morning breakfasts. Take care, Sally (Long) & Roberta Long

April 2, 2011

Sylvia & Family, Our thoughts are with you and will always have great memories of the Jelberg family...horses, raspberries, sleep-overs, & great Sunday morning breakfasts. Take care, Sally (Long)Strom & Roberta Long

Susan Derifield

April 1, 2011

I so loved her!! She was such fun at work and provided me with many fond memories!! God Bless all of you, we are still in AZ so won't be able to attend services, but will be there in thoughts and prayer.

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