Edith Dall Obituary

EDITH EWING DALL ROSCOE - Edith Ewing Dall was born March 30, 1912, in Leadmine, Wis., and died Friday, April 29, 2011, in her home at NorthPoint Terrace, Roscoe. Edith graduated from Benton High School in 1930 and Lawrence University, Appleton, Wis., in 1934. That year she began many years of learning with students, retiring in 1986. She taught at Benton, Leadmine and Beaver Dam in Wisconsin and in Illinois at Caledonia and Rockford's Rock River, Lincoln, Beyer, Eisenhower, Keith and Pleasant Valley Schools. She did graduate studies at Rockford College and Northern Illinois University. Edith worked in the accounting department of Woodward's during World War II. She married Charles Dall on Nov. 15, 1941, in Mechanicsville, Iowa. They made their first home in Rockford and in 1955 purchased 80 acres in rural Caledonia where she resided until moving to North Pointe Terrace at age 95. She was a world traveler who enjoyed sharing her experiences with others. Member of First Baptist Church of Clinton, Wis., serving the church and Sunday School in many capacities but is best remembered for her many years as church treasurer. She was an active member of the Baptist Women, Belvidere Woman's Club, Caledonia Unit of H.C.E., Boone County Retired Teachers, and life member of Illinois Teachers Association, Boone County Historical Society, and Clinton Historical Society. She was interested in history, antiques, genealogy and family relationships. Survived by children, Mark Dall of Woodstock and Mary (Stanley) Showers of Roscoe; grandchildren, Brett (Meredith Hughes), Bryan (Mandy) and Meredith Becker, Malissa (Clay) Paulson, Michelle (Scott) Anderson and Aaron (Christina) Dall; great- grandchildren, Brent (Michelle), Bryce, Brittany, Bailey, Brandon and Blake Becker, Lindsee Dall, Brock West, Bailey Ann and Logan Basham, Samantha and Zachary Dall; great-great-granddaughters, Blaire and Layla; great-great-grandson, Blaine; and cousins and friends around the world. Predeceased by husband, Charles in 1995; and grandson, Brandon Becker in 1997. Edith's family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the staff at North Point Terrace and Heartland Hospice. Service at noon Friday, May 6, in First Baptist Church, 309 Allen St., Clinton, Wis., with Pastors Matt Graf and Scott Cernek co-officiating. The family will greet family and friends from 10 a.m. to time of service. Entombment in the Shrine of Memories Mausoleum, Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens, South Beloit. Memorials may be given in Edith's name to the First Baptist Church, 309 Allen St., Clinton, WI 53525, Heartland Hospice, 6885 Vistagreen Way, Rockford, IL 61107 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements by Brian Mark Funeral Homes, 504 Milwaukee Road, Clinton, WI 53525, 608-362-2000, schoenfeldmark.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 3 to May 4, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Edith Dall

12 Entries

June 2, 2011

I was so sorry to hear of your mother's death I enjoyed seeing her and talking to her. My mom Kathryn Messling and her seemed to have a good time together. My sister and I had planned to visit her again at her assisted living facilities, but circumstances did not work out. Thought about your mother and was glad we did get to see her last year.

Patricia Messling-Wysocki

May 20, 2011

What an amazing lady! Edith taught my dad and uncle, Walter and John (Jack) Pedley, at Leadmine school in 1935. I knew her for such a very short time but what a wealth of knowledge! The things that she could remember! She was very proud of her family and her grandchildren. I will miss my visits with her at Christmas. My deepest sympathies are with the Dall family. I am proud to say that Edith was my friend.
Gary Pedley

Nathaniel Baker

May 14, 2011

Mrs. Dall was the nicest lady in education.
She bought our class lunch at Pizza Hut, for collecting the most aluminum cans for charity.
I remember PVCS celebrating her 70th birthday.
My condolences.

Karen M (Wendell) Nennhaus

May 4, 2011

My thoughts of Edith go back to my junior high years when she became a friend of my mother, Maureene Wendell. I remember her taking courses at NIU (late 1960s-early 1970s), letting me drive her VW when it was a really "Cool" thing to do for a 16-year-old (not being able to put it in reverse as it touched the garage door and had to be pushed back in place - her not saying a word), her still driving to Belvidere and Rockford to visit my Mom (99+) when she, herself, was in her 90s, and our long conversations by phone on several occasions over the past 2 years. My regret was not being able to visit her as scheduled when the snow storm hit this past winter. We always shared wonderful humorous moments. Although she was not my teacher or principal at any time, she was a remarkable person, someone who touched my life in a gentle way. I am thankful that she contibuted to my life.

My deepest sympathies to each of you.

Lola Ross

May 4, 2011

My deepest sympathies to the Dall family! I was a student at Pleasant Valley where Mrs. Dall was principal. She was very nice to me and my family and I remember her like it was yesterday. She lived a long and fulfilling life. You are all in my prayers during this time as you celebrate her life.

Barbara and Kerry Gustafson

May 4, 2011

We send our thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Dall's family. I taught 3rd Grade at Pleasant Valley in the early 80's. Both of our sons were students there, too. We shared Christmas cards over the years and always appreciated her love and guidance. May God be with you at this time of loss.

Paul and Priscilla Gessner

May 4, 2011

Brett and family,
Please accept deepest sympathy for the loss of your Grandmother. She was such a truly inspiring individual that her loss will be felt by so many in our community whose lives she influenced. She was a truly an inspiration to all that were fortunate enough to have known her.

Eric N

May 4, 2011

I want to send my deepest condolences and sympathies to Mrs. Dall's family. May God bless you during this time of loss.

I was a student at Pleasant Valley when Mrs. Dall was the principal. I spent a lot of time in her office because I was such a trouble maker. She was so patient with me, and always encouraged me to do better in my education and my relationship with Christ. I had a chance to visit her this past August. We talked for about two hours. She remembered me even after all of these years. I will truly miss her. She had an great impact on my life, and is one of the reasons that I am where I am today. I will truly miss her.

Jerome Noble

May 3, 2011

Mary and Mark,
My condolences to each of you on the passing of your mother. I remember how involved she was with you during your school years, how proud she was of you. What a blessing that you have had an opportunity to enjoy her love and caring all of these years. Jerome Noble

May 3, 2011

My sympathy to all of Edith's family. I got to know Edith very well as I work with The North Suburban Library and we provided her with books through our Homebound program. Edith was a joy and she absolutely loved to read. On my visits with her I so enjoyed listening to her speak of her life and her family. She was an amazing woman and I will truly miss her. My sympathy is with all of you.

Diane
North Suburban Library - Roscoe

Judy Cravens and family

May 3, 2011

Brett and family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With caring thoughts,

Edith Dall

May 3, 2011

Mary, Stan and Family,
Thinking of you all at this time. What a true blessing to have lived such a long and full life.
With Sympathy,
Roger @ Deb Sallee

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