Maxine Bennor
May 8, 1922 ~ August 17, 2011
Maxine O. Bennor age 89 of Nashua died Wednesday, August 17, 2011, at the New Hampton Care Center.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011, at the Republic Community Church, rural Ionia, with Pastor Bill Griffee officiating.
Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Nashua with Gary Schulz, Harold Lantow, Jim Lantow, Charles Lantow, Wayne Lantow, Lynn Lantow and Garry Barlow serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Bethany Oeltjenbruns and Bret Oeltjenbruns.
Friends may greet the family 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 19, 2011, at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua. Visitation continues an hour prior to the funeral at the church on Saturday.
Maxine O’Linda Bennor was born near Sumner, IA, on May 8, 1922, the daughter of Herman and Lena (Etter) Lantow. She received her education in rural country schools. On February 11, 1940, she was united in marriage to Max Bennor at the St. John Lutheran Parsonage in Nashua. To this union four daughters were born.
In the late 1940’s, the couple bought their farm east of Nashua where they raised their family. Following the death of Max in 1976, Maxine moved into Nashua. She has spent the past several years in care centers in Charles City and New Hampton. Maxine enjoyed baking pies, cooking, gardening, bird-watching, reading, and working on the family farm. She most enjoyed time spent with family and friends.
Survivors include three daughters; Judy Bennor of Nashua, Janice Bennor of Ionia, Jeanette (Larry) Oeltjenbruns of Shell Rock; two grandchildren, Bret Oeltjenbruns and fiance Tara of Crystal, MN, Bethany Oeltjenbruns of Shell Rock; one sister, Viola Sullivan of Nashua; one brother, Raymond (Mary) Lantow of Fredericksburg; one great-grandchild, Payton Oeltjenbruns of Cedar Rapids; a sister-in-law, Elaine Lantow of Shell Rock; and a brother-in-law, Gene (Lorrine) Bennor of Nashua.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Max, on June 17, 1976; her parents; a daughter, Joice in infancy; a brother, Robert Lantow; and a sister, Norma Ferguson.
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Vi, sorry to hear of Maxine’s passing. She was a nice lady and a sister is always something hard to lose. Our thoughts and prayers and of course hugs to you and the family. Shelley
I was so sorry to hear about Maxine. Seems like she lived a full life. And I am sure your family has many wonderful memories of her. At times like this the Bible comforts me so much. Jesus said in John 5:28&29 there would come a time when those in the memorial tombs would hear his voice and come out. This would also be at a time when Revelation 21:3&4 says there will be no more tears, pain or death. This would all happen when God’s Kingdom comes, the same kingdom that Jesus taught us to pray for in the Lord’s Prayer. What a wonderful prospect for Maxine and all those in the memorial tombs now. We express our deepest sympathy. We hope you find comfort in this time of loss.
Dear Judy, Jeannette and Janice, my heart goes out to you with my deepest sympathy. i will always remember Aunt Maxine as a fun part of my life. I’m sure I caused a few of her white hairs (not all on my own!) as the town kid who spent the summers on the farm with all of you. Many of my favorite memoriies of childhood were spent with you on the farm and Maxine treated me with loving kindness. I’ll be with you all in spirit and prayer at the funeral home tonight at the the Republic Chruch tomorrow (also a good memory place of the vacation Bible school days we spent there. God bless you all, Cousin Darlene
Sorry to hear of Maxine’s passing. She and Max lived within 2 miles of us all the years they farmed. Nice people and great neighbors. OUr sympathy goes out to family and friends. …Ralph and Shirley Feuchtwanger
Judy, Janice & Jeannette & family so sorry to hear of your loss. Rose & Bob Otters
Judy, Jeanette & Janice So sorry to hear about your mother.I will always remember her beautiful smile. Just remember that Jesus promises a sweet reunion some day.i
This is for the family. Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Judy, Jeanette and Janice, We are sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. She was a strong delightful woman who was proud of her daughters and grandchildren. I will always remember her beautiful smile and here pies!. Nothing can take her place but your memories will keep her in your hearts forever. Love to all our Iowa family. Find peace, your WA. and CA family. The Yorks and Mehmens
Jeanette – so sorry to hear about your mom. Through your smiles, stories, laughter and tears – her spirit will forever be a part of you and memories of her will last forever. Take care – thoughts and prayers to you and your family. ~JoEllen
Judy, Janice and Jeanette: I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s death. She was a special Aunt to me and I especially remember her baked items and bright smile. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as we all keep her in our memories and hearts. Love, Phyllis
Judy, I was sorry to read of your mother’s death. I am sure that you will miss her. I still miss mine. Love from Africa, Peggy Drake
Bethany and family, I am so sorry to hear the news of Maxine’s passing. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful, sweet lady. *Hugs*