Photo courtesy of Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Lenore A. ?Teddy? Galsterer
Frankenmuth, MI
Went home with her Lord Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at Wellspring Lutheran Services, after a brief illness; age 93 years. Lenore Gallagher was born on October 2, 1920 in Frankenmuth, MI to the late William and Martha Gallagher. She was married to Walter Galsterer on July 19, 1941; he predeceased her on February 4, 1962. Teddy worked at the IGA in Frankenmuth for twenty plus years, and was a member of St. Lorenz Lutheran Church and its Ladies Choir. She was also a charter member of the Bavarian Singers. Teddy played piano for the Lutheran Home patients, and loved music.
Surviving are; 3 sons, Frederick (Miriam) Galsterer of Caro, MI, Richard (Nancy) Galsterer of Frankenmuth, MI, Edward (Suzanne) Galsterer of Santa Barbara, CA; son-in-law Terry Clark of Ft. Wayne, IN; 10 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Myra Abraham and Loraine Rummel both of Frankenmuth, and many nieces and nephews.
Teddy was preceded in death by; a son, Ted Galsterer, a daughter, Susan Clark and a granddaughter, Carrie Galsterer.
Funeral services will take place on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 10:15 a.m. at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. and 11:00 a.m. at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church. Rev. Joel C. Kaiser will officiate with burial between services in St. Lorenz Lutheran Cemetery. Teddy?s family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Lorenz Music Fund.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Your dad (Walter) was in my Mom's and Dad's wedding party.(Winfred and Blanda Geyer)
Ruth (Geyer) Taliaferro
July 28, 2014 | Lansing, MI
Dick and Nancy - My mind takes me back to Zehnders Tap Room in the 70's, when someone would roll an upright piano in so Teddy could play, and everyone would sing along. Good memories of good times! May you draw comfort from your memories.
Sharon & Charlie Nickless
July 26, 2014 | Frankenmuth, MI
My thoughts and prayers go out to your families. I too remember Teddy--- I was one of the "neighbor kids" who hung around with "Sue and Char", Maureen Matzke. (My dad was "Ob" Matzke.) Teddy had me in stitches every time I would visit Sue. She will be so sadly missed but she's now in God's gracious arms forever. Hold on to all the memories and remember she will ALWAYS be in your hearts.
Maureen Matzke / Krueger
July 22, 2014 | Harbor Beach, MI
To all of my dear cousins: I am sorry for the loss of Aunt Teddy. She was a bright light in the lives she touched. I'll never forget how she got everyone singing with her piano playing. Such great memories. It is a joy and comfort to know she has joined Ted and Susan in heaven. She's probably playing the piano for all the angels. Much love and prayers of comfort to all.
Laurie Mosher-Paulin
July 21, 2014 | Newton, WI
May God's strength and all of your wonderful memories comfort all of you...thoughts and prayers
Beth Anthes
July 19, 2014 | Cass City, MI
We remember seeing Teddy at Frankenmuth Foodliner and IGA. It was always fun to talk with her. Prayers are with all of you.
Gary & Pat Pickelmann
July 19, 2014
I have great memories of Grandma Teddy through my grandpa Sib Heindl. My sympathy to the family.
Laura Lucht
July 18, 2014 | Montague, MI
Dear Galsterer Family, Et al,
God Bless Grandma G! We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. "Those we Love Live On In Our Hearts In the Memories We Treasure."
xo The Trott Families
July 18, 2014
To the Galsterer family, keep all in our prayers during this . Will God continue to surround you with his guidance and love . Love, The Erla family
Michelle Erla
July 18, 2014 | Cass City
