Lila Mae Jansen, 87 of Cumberland, died peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at Welcome Home Assisted Living in Elmwood.

Lila was born on May 8, 1932, to Edward and Bertha Sutton. She grew up on Bone Lake and graduated from Milltown High School. Lila married Bill Jansen on October 31, 1953, and they raised four boys together in Cumberland. She is survived by sons: Paul (Sheree) Jansen of Dresser, Mark (Karen) Jansen of Menomonie, David (Barbara) Jansen of Comstock, and Craig (Michelle) Jansen of New Richmond; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; her brother, Laurence (Joyce) Sutton of River Falls; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Lila was preceded in death by her husband, Bill on June 27, 2018; her brother, Robert Sutton and three sisters: Ellen Beestman, Violet Asp, and Evelyn Monson.

Lila’s most treasured, and most challenging job was raising her four boys. While raising their family she also worked at the Tower House and later at 3M in Cumberland. She never missed making a meal or being there for her family. Lila always made their home a welcoming place with coffee ready and goodies on the table. She and Bill loved having friends and family over to share conversation and play cards. They also enjoyed camping with the family at Eagle Point. She loved all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and time spent with them was extra special to her. The family is grateful for the wonderful care Lila received at Welcome Home of Elmwood.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 21, 2019, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Cumberland. Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 at the church. Serving as Urn Bearers are grandsons: Adam Jansen, Travis Jansen, Nathen Jansen, and Trent Jansen. 

Last Update: Oct 15, 2019 7:12 am CDT