Engler, Mildred Marie age 91, of Minnetonka passed away August 10 at her home. Preceded in death by husband John F., infant son, 2 brothers Bernard and Harold Betcher, sister Marion Lindeblom and her parents. Millie was born in Mazeppa, MN to Carl JW and Mamie (Lohman) Betcher, Graduated HS '38, Bradey & Rogers Beauty School '39. Millie was a beautician/philosopher, harmonica & accordion player, flower garden genius, doll collector, clog dancer and wonderful mother & grandmother. Millie was a friend to all and was always interested in your story. Survived by son, Gary (Kathy); daughter, Carla; niece, Lisa Meadows; grand nephew, Eli Wething; grandchildren, Heidi Taylor, Sientje, June, Molly, Zac, & Charlie Engler; 6 great-grandchildren; brother, Gaylord Betcher; and sister-in-law, Doris Betcher. Memorial service will be held at 11 am at Grace Lutheran Church, Deephaven, MN on Sat., Aug. 20, 2011. Interment Groveland Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Minnetonka Mills food shelf: ICA, 12990 St. David Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305

Published on August 14, 2011


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