Thelma Lea (Hansen) Vanderwerf, age 90, of Dresser, WI, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2023 at Osceola Christian Community Home. Thelma was born July 21, 1932 in Amery, WI to Harvey and Lelia Hansen.

Thelma married Duane Vanderwerf on July 3rd, 1956 in Pine City, MN. They were blessed with two children, Mark and Linda.

Thelma is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jerry and Vern; and sister, Zoe.

She is survived by Duane, her husband of 66 years; daughter, Linda Vanderwerf (Ed Thoma); son, Mark (Wendy) Vanderwerf; grandchildren, Justin Vanderwerf, Jordyn (Chuck) Darnell and bonus grandchildren, Ashlee (Chris) Kleveland, Tyler Nelson and Kaitlyn Nelson; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to Peace Lutheran Church.

Last Update: May 30, 2023 3:38 pm CDT