Emma Joy Roelofs

Emma Joy Roelofs

Emma Roelofs Obituary

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Emma Joy Roelofs was born on April 29, 1923 to Enno and Verna Krull in Corsica, South Dakota. She worked 22 years at the Produce State Bank in Hollandale, but will be remembered most as a homemaker that loved her family and had the gifts of hospitality and service to others. Survivors include her son James Roelofs, her daughter Judy Schrock, and her son John Roelofs. Grandchildren include: Jeff, Shane, and Derrick Schrock, Mark Roelofs, Rachel Wind, and Angela, Bradley, Matthew and Nathan Roelofs. There are 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Albert, with whom she spent 54 years, and her grandchildren Keri Joy Schrock and Daniel James Roelofs.

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May 16, 2009

Dave & Lee Drenth posted to the memorial.

May 15, 2009

Chuck Hoogland posted to the memorial.

May 13, 2009

Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home posted an obituary.

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Dave & Lee Drenth

May 16, 2009

Our Sympathy to the family for your loss. Joy was a such a nice person, and will be remembered. She's in God's hands now, let that be comfort in itself.
God Bless
With LOve Dave & Lee

Chuck Hoogland

May 15, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of the death of your mother, Joy. She lived a long and wonderful life, blessed by all of her family. May you treasure the countless memories of her for the rest of your lives.

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May 16, 2009

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May 13, 2009

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