Photo courtesy of Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Jul 24, 1929 – Nov 7, 2021
Ellen Galsterer
Frankenmuth, MI
Passed away Sunday November 7, 2021 at Covenant Glen; age 92 years. Ellen Trinklein was born on July 24, 1929 in Frankenmuth, MI to the late Bernhard and Bertha Ranke. She was married to Martin Galsterer on November 15, 1947, he predeceased her on January 30, 2011. Ellen was proud of being an LPN. She was a member of the Frankenmuth Women’s Club, an accomplished golfer, she loved bowling, was an avid gardener and was proud of her antique restoration. Ellen’s smile and love of people will be remembered by many.
Surviving are three children, Michael (Carolyn) Galsterer, Charlotte Finkbeiner, Mary Galsterer; daughter-in-law Sherry Galsterer; six grandchildren, Victoria (Barry) Simon, Scott (Paula) Finkbeiner, Leigh Anne (Jack) Dearing, Matthew (Heather) Galsterer, William (Heather) Galsterer, Stephanie (Marcus) Knuth; thirteen great-grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob and Rachel Galsterer, Sean and Alex Galsterer, Jonathan and Mallory Simons, Chase and Camryn Finkbeiner, John and Kathryn Dearing, and Benjamin and Eli Simon.
Ellen was preceded in death by one son Robert; one granddaughter Karyn Finkbeiner
Private services will take place on Friday, November 12th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church. Rev. Joel Kaiser will officiate. The service will be livestreamed at stlorenz.org/stream. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Frankenmuth City Beautification or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Read MoreDear family. I worked at Covenant Glen. I worked in the unit with Ellen. We had so much fun watching tv and laughing and goofing around. Ellen was the "Best". I will always cherish knowing her
Penny Barrons
November 13, 2021 | Friend
Ellen was a breath of fresh air for those residents at Independence Village! We loved visiting with her every time we went to see our moms! Her cheerful smile and upbeat attitude was a blessing from God to all of us who entered those doors. Feel our prayers for comfort and peace from our Lord Jesus at this difficult time.
Steve and Kay List♥
November 13, 2021
I always looked forward to visiting Tanta Ellen, whether it be in Frankenmuth or Florida. She was such a pleasure to be around, and always as kind as could be. I admired her stories, her style and class. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, my heart is sad, and I will miss her, but I know she is in good hands with our Lord and Savior.
Tom Nefe
November 11, 2021
My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Ellen while distributing communion at Covenant Glen for Catholic residents there. A very proud Lutheran, Ellen always engaged us in conversation, sometimes in German, about life, love, God, Ford vehicles, and her precious family. She was hilarious and sweet. We thoroughly enjoyed our brief time with her and offer our sincere condolences to her family.
Joni Thompson
November 10, 2021 | Frankentrost, MI | Acquaintance
Dear Mary and Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. I have fond memories of staying at my Grandma Veitengruber's house across from yours and being able to play on occasion with Mary. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Cherie (Veitengruber) Foster
November 10, 2021 | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Friend
So many people have experienced your kindness over the years. But I have to believe that my family was blessed enough to receive many extra helpings of that kindness from you. You helped my mom as a great friend and excellent nurse to her during those dark days of her multiple sclerosis. You were a lifeline for us so many times.
Many prayers for comfort and happy memories to all your friends and family missing you!
Sheila Macauley Lewis
Sheila Lewis
November 09, 2021 | New Era, MI | Friend
My sympathies to Mary on your mom’s passing. She had a long life but it still hurts.
Dave Von Behren
November 09, 2021 | Commerce, MI | Friend
My sincere sympathy to all of you, I will have good memories of her the rest of my life.
Doris Reda
November 09, 2021 | Frankenmuth, MI | Friend
Ellen was always a breath of fresh air with her beautiful smile, beautiful voice, and beautiful laugh when I would be visiting my dad Wally Weiss.
RIP Sweet Ellen.
♥♥♥ Jeannie Weiss Muehlfeld
November 09, 2021
