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1928
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Theresa Evens Obituary
Albany - Theresa B. (Ludwig) Evens passed away surrounded by her children on April 30,, 2020, at the age of 92. She was born to Henry and Stella (Keppers) Ludwig on April 19, 1928, and was one of 7 children. At the age of two, Theresa lost her mother, at which time her father married Marie Keppers. That union brought three more siblings to the Ludwig family.
Theresa married Jerry Evens on May 6, 1950. After a stint in the Army, Jerry and Theresa returned to Albany and had four children.
Theresa was employed by Mother of Mercy of Campus of Care for over 35 years. She was awarded the 'Minnesota Caregiver of the Year' award for District D, in 1991. She was also awarded 'The Diocese of St. Cloud Bishop's Medal of Merit' that same year.
Jerry and Theresa were avid collectors of Red Wing Stoneware and pottery and enjoyed traveling to auctions and Red Wing conventions. In recent years, Theresa commented that her life consisted of three C's: Church, Crocheting, and Cards. She was an avid (and ruthless) player of 500, and crocheted over 350 prayer shawls for her community. Theresa had great wit and an easy smile. For her, there truly was no place like home.
Theresa is survived by children Joan (Don) Jackson of Reno NV, Patricia (Peter) Meelberg of Knoxville TN, Jack of Albany, and Jane (Gary) Simbeck of Pensacola, FL. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, sister Mary (Ron) Sadlowsky of Avon MN, and brother Daniel (Mary) Ludwig of Red Wing MN, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her spouse, Jerry, her father Henry, mothers Stella and Marie, brothers George, Francis, Vincent and John, sisters Lucy, Rita and Margaret, and daughter in law Deborah.
She was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church, the Christian Mothers Society, the Albany American Legion Auxiliary , and the Red Wing Collector's Society.
Theresa's family would like to thank the dedicated staff of Albany Centra Care Clinic, Mother of Mercy Assisted Living, and CHI Health at Home for the wonderful care they gave her.
Whether you remember Mom for a kind word she spoke, the care she gave to your loved one during her 35 years of service at Mother of Mercy, a shared laugh, or a cordial greeting around town, we hope that you too remember her with a sense of Joy.
After the restrictions have been removed, a visitation and a memorial mass will take place at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany.
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Marian Sand
May 10, 2020
What a great lady. Coworker for many years. Happy that she had ask me to help her out with her w/p's etc. We had a lot of memories to share. My only regrets is that I wasn't able to be there for her last weeks, a phone call every week to check up on her wasn't the same. Something she usually said when I was there is never did I expect I'd have to have a co worker help me out. I will miss her.
Cy & LaVerne Menth
May 9, 2020
Condolences to the family.
Have known her a long time.She always had nice things to say & make you smile.
Cy & LaVerne Menth
Paul Heidgerken
May 4, 2020
Sorry to hear of Theresa's passing! Theresa was a Very nice funny lady who could keep you on your toes ! She and Jerry were a great couple! I always got a Christmas card from them for over thirty years! Jerry was also a honest Man who worked for me for Twenty six years! I will miss them both!
Bernette Kapsner Botz
May 3, 2020
Worked many of nights together at Mother of Mercy. We always had a good time. Thank you for the great memories, Theresa. God Speed.
Lori
May 3, 2020
Wonderful neighborhood Mom. Lots of fun stories with Theresa. All the neighbors are together again. I am sure Mom and Dad a d Tre along with Jerry meet you at Heavens door. May you all RIP. LOVE YOU, LORI SAUERER KREBS
May 2, 2020
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
leo and chris evans
May 2, 2020
Sending our condolences. Theresa was a wonderful woman.
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