Alice Arens

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Alice Arlene Arens, age 44 of Fredericksburg, Iowa died Saturday August 8, 2009, at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Lawler with Rev. David Beckman celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed on the casket by her brothers and sisters. Louie Arens will be the lector and the offertory gifts will be presented by Emily and Samantha Arens. Kevin Hall is the organist with Ryon & Amy Kilcher along with Bobbie Hoey as vocalists. Interment will be in the church cemetery with Nick Hall, Sean Stagg, Tony Hall, Lucas Wick, Logan Wick, Joshua Arens, Tyler Erdahl and Jacob Erdahl serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are April Hamdorf, Maria Hall, Emily Arens, Samantha Arens, Cathy King and Kim Busta. Friends may call 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Fredericksburg where there will be a 7:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at church on Wednesday. Alice Arlene Arens was born April 18, 1965, in New Hampton, Iowa, the daughter of Eugene J. “Louie” and Marjorie A. (Elenz) Arens. She received her education in the Turkey Valley Schools graduating with the Class of 1983. Alice then attended NICC in a secretarial program for two years. Alice worked for 12 years at the former State Bank of Lawler then for Durnan Trucking of New Hampton and most recently for the Fredericksburg Food Center. In her free time, Alice enjoyed reading, gardening, movies, time with children of all ages and her animals, especially her dog, Dolly. She will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her quick wit and sense of humor. Survivors include her life partner, Bill Kilcher of Fredericksburg and his children, Ryon (Amy) Kilcher of Fredericksburg, Bobbie (Keith) Hoey of Lawler; her mother, Marjorie Arens of Lawler; two brothers, Joe Arens of Fredericksburg and Louis (Kristi) Arens of Lawler; four sisters, Sandy (Bill) Hall of Medford, WI, Susie (Mark) Stagg of Cottage Grove, MN, Jeannie (Jeff) Wick of Elgin, MN and Amy Arens of Hayfield, MN; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father on December 15, 2002; a sister-in-law, Diane Arens and her grandparents.

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  1. I have many happy and fun memories of Alice, esp. out on the farm during the summers ‘goofing off’. My prayers and thoughts go out to her family during this difficult time.

  2. Marge and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Alice. She will be missed immensely. Know that she is in a better place and that God is taking good care of her. It is extremely hard when a loved one is lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  3. To all who loved Alice, What a great gal, and yes, the laugh she had always made one smile. I have many fond high school memories because she always made us smile. My sympathy to each of you who loved her dearly.

  4. I’ve known Alive all my life from seeing her at the bank. I always loved her smile and hearty laugh. I will miss her as will many members of the community as well as her beloved family. I’m truely sorry for your loss. Lindsay

  5. WE ARE TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF ALICE SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL AND ESPECIALLY YOU BILL OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW

  6. Bill and families, so sorry to hear of your heavy hearts at the loss of Alice. Cherish the memories. they can not be taken away.

  7. I was speechless when Gene called me today to tell me of Alice’s passing. Please know that not only will you be comforted by her memories but also from family and friends who loved her. I am so sorry for your loss.

  8. She flew up to heaven on the wings of an angel… MY deepest sympathy goes out to Bill and to the Arens family. RIP my friend I wlll miss your giggle and smile

  9. Bill, Ryon, and Bobbie; Jennifer and I were terribly saddened to hear of your loss; and our hearts and our thoughts are with you.

  10. A very nice person with a sweet personality. Always a pleasure to see her in the grocery store. She will be missed by all.

  11. Bill and all the Kilcher Family, and all the Arens Family, Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss of Alice. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort.

  12. Alice was my boss when I worked at Pronto and she was a wonderful boss and a sweet girl. She made my job alot easier. I will always remember her as a good person and friend. I offer my condolences to the family and Bill and his kids also.

  13. To all the family and friends of Alice, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We’ll always remember Alice and her laugh! Just hold the memories close! Joe & Paulette Dagit

  14. I am saddened to hear of Alice’s passing. I always loved running into her when I visited Lawler. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  15. To the Arens family and The Kilcher family, I wish I had the words to make the pain you are feeling now go away. Try to remember all of the good times with Alice. She wouldn’t want it any other way. Our prayers are with you.

  16. Dear Sandy and Susie: My mother told me last night of Alice’s passing, and I want you to know you are in the thoughts and prayers of people both long forgotten and close by. I am praying for peace for you and all who loved Alice. Jackie

  17. To the Kilcher and Arens Families, So very sorry to hear of your loss.We will certainly miss that friendly smile behind the Deli counter. Megan always enjoyed working with Alice at the grocery store….such a friendly, kind person. When your hearts are empty, fill them with all the happy memories you have. We hold you all safe in our hearts at this sad time. Love, The Franzen gang.

  18. Our sympathy and prayers are with your family at this time. We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss.

  19. Bill Kilcher & Family and the Arens Family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Alice will be greatly missed. Jim and Karen Dagit

  20. To the Arens & Kilcher families. We are so sorry to hear such sad news. She will be in are thoughts and prayers. We did have the joy of spending time with Alice on a few events and we always had a great time!

  21. To the Alice Arens Family Orlin and I extend our condolences. You are in our prayers. Orlin and Janice (Rasing) Herfindal

  22. Our Sympathy to you..Cherish the memories … I am sure you have many great memories and fun times to cherish. Roger and Margo

  23. Bill & Family & The Arens Family So sorry for your loss. Alice was a great gal and will be missed by many. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love Don & Ruth Rowe

  24. To Both Families and to all of Alices friends also. You have my greatest sympathy. I will always remember that great laugh of hers when she was my next door neighbor in Lawler before she moved to Fred. I didn’t get to see her much after that but you couldn’t help but Love that girl, She will be missed!

  25. My condolances to everyone that knew and loved Alice. I will never forget Alice’s birthday party; was she turning five? A beautiful sunny day, we played Duck Duck Goose, among other childhood games, her blonde ring curls bouncing around her bright eyes and brilliant smile. It was always fun to go out to the Arens farm, sharing life with Alice, all the Arens children, Marj and ‘Louie’. She will be in our hearts forver.

  26. Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Your in our thoughts. Joe, Dawn, Rodney and Cody Barnes.

  27. To Both Families. Alice will always be remembered for her wit and laughing all the time. She was a special person. Always think of the good times, that is what she would want, she wouldn’t want anyone sad for her. Thinking of each and every family member along with Bill and his family.

  28. The Lukes’ Girls remember Alice very fondly as well! We all are so very sad to hear of her passing. Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this very sad time of such great loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

  29. Bill & family and The Arens family, we are so sorry for your loss, may you find the strength you need at this difficult time.

  30. To all of the families of Alice Arens, she will be missed greatly. Remember her smile and greeting people while working at the store. Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are will everyone.

  31. Bill, Ryon & Amy, Bobbie & Keith, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. She will really be missed.

  32. Bill, Ryon & Amy,Bobbie & Keith and all of the Arens family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dean & Judy

  33. Ryon, Amy & Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other. Love, Christina

  34. We are so sorry to hear of your family’s loss…. you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Alice was an awesome gal, I will remember her cute smile and laugh always!!

  35. Bill and families, You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this dificult time. Love, Tod, Dena,and Zachary Palmer

  36. I appreciate, cause I found exactly what I was looking for. You’ve ended my 4 day long hunt! God Bless you man. Have a nice day. Bye


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