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1940
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2024
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Marieta Holst Obituary
September 18, 1940 - August 24, 2024
Marieta Roselyn (DePorter) Holst, 83, of Walcott, Iowa, passed away on August 24, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. A visitation will be held from 4:00 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Bentley Funeral home, Durant. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 30, 2024 at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Davenport, with a rosary service at 10:00 a.m., prior to the Mass at the church. Burial will take place in Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, Compassus Hospice, Walcott Fire Department and Durant Ambulance. Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Marieta was born on September 18, 1940, the daughter of George and Alice (Dewaele) DePorter, in Milan, IL, the second youngest child of 8 children. She graduated from Alleman High School in Rock Island, IL, in 1958. She married Donald Holst on September 2, 1961, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Milan, IL, and they were married for nearly 63 years. They farmed north of Stockton, Iowa, where they raised their five children: Myra, Mike, Tom, Rita and Renae. Marieta lovingly lived out her Catholic faith, and she was a charter member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church with Don.
Marieta was a loving mother who instilled love, faith, and hard work in her family. She enjoyed dancing, gardening, traveling, playing cards, and being with her friends and family. She loved being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and some of their favorite memories are playing cards and board games with her. Marieta had a joyful and sweet nature and greeted everyone she met with a smile and her fun sense of humor.
Marieta will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Don; her children, Myra (Perry) Cooper of San Antonio, TX, Mike (Tina) Holst of Stockton, IA, Tom (Ann) Holst of Walcott, IA, Rita (Kurt) Freese of Ida Grove, IA, and Renae (Jim) Lind of Belton, MO; grandchildren, Erin (Alex) Smith, Elise (Vince) Alvarez, Kyle Cooper (Esmerelda), Tyler (Aleah) Holst, Brooke (Austin) Von Ehwegen, Zach (Shannon) Holst, Morgan (Matt) Dykstra, Ben Andry, Emily (Nick) Reeve, Colin Freese (Carlie), Chris Freese (Taylor), Olivia (Jake) Wulf, Elyssa Freese (Nick), Taylor (Anthony) Biondo, Matt (Abby) Lind, and Joe (Johanna) Lind; 15 great-grandchildren with 3 more on the way; sisters-in law, Nelda Dierickx, Mary Oetzmann, and Kathleen Wulf DePorter; brothers-in-law, Gene Oetzmann and Jim Hayes; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Alice DePorter; her brothers, Don, Alan, and Eugene "Bert" DePorter; her sisters, Elaine Blaser, Carol Ehrecke, Joanne Jennings, and Terese Hayes; her brothers-in-law, Paul Dierickx, Bob Blaser, Bill Ehrecke, Tom Jennings; her sisters-in-law, Jeanne DePorter and Judy DePorter; and her great-grandson, Ignatius Lind.
The family would like to thank Father Patrick Hilgendorf and Compassus Hospice staff for their loving care and visits during Marieta's final weeks.
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Matt Wilson
August 30, 2024
Dear Holst family, I was very sorry to hear of Marietta’s passing. Her kindness and beautiful smile will always be remembered! May perpetual light shine upon her and God bless you all.
Jo Anne Ash
August 29, 2024
Marieta and I have been friends since first grade and all through schools, marriages, raising children and growing old. She and Don have brought so much joy in Dennis’s and my life over the years and I will miss her so much. We were blessed to have her and Don in our lives. Jo Anne and Dennis Ash
Linda & Duane Bachus
August 29, 2024
Don and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Marieta was such a kind friendly person.
Marilyn Parchert
August 29, 2024
After being away from Durant for 40 years, I still remember Marieta's sweet, bubbly personality. I got to know her as Rita's 3rd Grade teacher,and siblings later as school librarian.
Brian Moore
August 28, 2024
Sorry to hear about your loss.I remember her from Sunday school and 4-h with Tom
John and Tresha Hoffmann
August 28, 2024
Our prayers and condolences to the family.
Karen Arp
August 28, 2024
Marieta and Don were neighbors of my parents, Dorothy and Leroy Kroeger. I remember Marieta for her smile, warm personality, and a true interest in others. She left her "footprint" in the hearts of many and will be missed!!
Ralph Geest
August 27, 2024
I haven’t seen her for several years but I remember her as a very caring sweet person. She always had a smile and a kind word when I talked to her. She will be missed by her family and friends.
Bobbie Vidmar
August 27, 2024
I met Marietta at Cursillo a “few” years ago. She was always such a loving and gentle lady. Prayers for all her family. She will be missed
Donna Knickrehm
August 26, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Marieta was a beautiful person so loving and kind she will be deeply missed. My condolence's to the family.
Sandy Wilharber
August 26, 2024
No matter where you were when Marietta would see you she had a happy smiling greeting. She was such a joy to be around. Her kindness will be missed by her family and many friends. My prayers are with the Holst family. God Bless you all.
Yvonne Dittmer
August 26, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Marietta always had a smile on her face and a friendly word.
Deb Griebel
August 25, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. She was an incredibly nice person. You couldn't help but smile when you were around her.
Nila Dahlin
August 25, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Wayne and Darlene Hamann
August 25, 2024
You have our sympathy.
Susan Otto
August 25, 2024
I worked with her in the kitchen at Durant schools. I loved working with her. She was a great lady. Sorry for your loss.
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