Edith L. Gotsch-Turnham

Gotsch-Turnham, Edith L. age 93 of Maple Plain, was united with her Lord and Savior on April 11, 2008. Preceded in death by parents James and Sorina Rasmussen; husbands, Walter Gotsch and Kenneth Turnham; brothers George, Edward, Vincent, and Gordon; sister-in-law Marge Rasmussen. She will be deeply missed by daughter, Gail (Joseph) Rogers, son Mark (Mary) Gotsch; grandchildren Timothy (Joy), Tamara (Eric), Todd, Michelle, Matthew, Melissa; great grandchildren, Andrew, Adam, Hannah, Marcus; sister, Evelyn Hansen; sisters-in-law, Jean Rasmussen and Emmaline Rasmussen. Special thanks to Edith's "Angels" at Haven Homes for the kind and compassionate care they provided during the last years of her life. They are a testimony to what Edith often proclaimed, "That's the way we do things in Maple Plain, Minnesota!" Celebration service on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 5084 E. Main St., Maple Plain with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday prior to the services. Interment at Lewis Cemetery following luncheon at the church. Memorials preferred to Christ Lutheran Church would be welcome. Iten Funeral Home Delano (763)972-2891

Published on April 13, 2008