"I was not aware of Bev's passing until today. She was my Grandma Roberton's best friend. They spent their whole adult lives making memories together as their husbands were best friends too and they lived close by. Beverly was always someone Grandma could count on. She helped care for Grandma's sister and mother when they were ill. She never forgot a birthday, anniversary or special occasion and loved to give cards and gifts. When I was a kid, they would chat on the phone for hours at a time. They took vacations together to Vegas and Hawaii and went on fishing trips. Bev was like family to us and I will never forget her. "
In loving memory of
Beverly Neldner
April 26, 1930 - February 18, 2019
Beverly Helen (Anderson) Neldner, 88, passed away peacefully at home in rural Lewiston, on Monday, February 18, 2019. The oldest of three children, Beverly was born on April 26, 1930, to Ernest and Esther (Pappenfuss) Anderson at Winona General Hospital. She grew up on the family farm and attended Country School District #66 by Fremont until 5th grade and then Lewiston Elementary and Lewiston High School in Lewiston, graduating in 1947.
On September 15, 1951, Bev married Allen Neldner. They had 2 sons, James and Scott, and spent their lives farming in rural Lewiston. During her lifetime, Bev also worked at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, and the Lewiston Journal and Camera Art in Lewiston.
Bev's greatest loves in life were her family and her church. She always looked forward to and enjoyed hosting family get-togethers on the farm, entertaining friends and out-of-town relatives, and the times shared with special friends Bill and Helen Roberton. She will always be remembered as a loving caretaker to any relative during times of sickness or in need of help.
She is survived by her sons, James (Marlys) and Scott of Lewiston; grandchildren Mike Neldner, Molly (Nate) Trim, Traci (Scott) Smith, Megan (Matt) Haake, and Will Neldner; 10 great-grandchildren - Austyn and Madelyn Neldner, Desiree Youngs, Destiny, Colt, and Danielle Smith, Delaney and Gracie Trim, and Cedar and Henrik Haake; and 2 great-great-grandchildren Miko and Pavel Youngs. She is also survived by her brother William (Brenda) Anderson, and Donna Joan (Norby) Ellinghuysen, and sister-in-law Delores (Richard) Lovlien; as well as many nieces and nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband Allen, parents Ernest and Esther Anderson, and sister- and brother-in-law Elaine and Ozzie Affeldt.
Visitation will be from noon to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, 2019, with funeral services to follow at 2:00 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Lewiston, MN. Burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery in Lewiston. Hoff Funeral Service of Lewiston is assisting the family arrangements. Please leave a memory of Bev at her on-line guestbook www.hofffuneral.com.
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"I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to my cousin Beverly?s family at this difficult time and also to Donna and William. I have fond memories of Beverly at the Anderson picnics and at grandpa Anderson?s family gatherings. Cousin John Wise"
"Have many great memories at the farm and always got a birthday card every year. Send my condolences to the family and will surely be missed by many."
"My cousin, my godmother, my friend. The one who spent endless hours at our bedside if we were in the hospital and took care of us once we got home. The one who always made sure we all had a place to live and a few dollars in our pockets. The one who always offered her opinion and advice ? even if we didn?t ask. The one whose love for all of us was unconditional and will remain a part of us forever. Thank you for being part of my life."
"Dearest Jim, Marlys, Will, Scott, All. Beverly was one of the kindest and welcoming people I've ever known. It was a gift from God to have known her. We're in Colorado, but we tried to visit our Neldner Family in Lewiston as often as possible. Beverly and our Grandma Anna Neldner we're very close. Grandma just Loved Beverly, and they wrote each other Many letters over the years. Xoxo, Linda Neldner Sheridan, and my husband Tim Sheridan, who also loved Beverly. She was very kind to us both!"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Bev's family. This wonderful woman always had a smile on her face and would visit and uplift anybody. Will always treasure our visits with her and Al and the family has some fantastic memories. God Bless"
"Marlys,Jim and families , Sorry to hear of passing of youre Mother,grandmother, Hugs ,prayers and our sympathy to all,Blessings Joanne and Larry."
"Not only was Bev and her family the best neighbors ever, but wonderful friends of our Brand family. Many years ago we worked together both at Rush Pruducts and Camera Arts, back in the 1960's and 70's. She was a very good friend to me in some of my troubling years, and I will always remember and love her. She never forgot a birthday, a holiday, or our stays in the hospital with a card and a gift in it. Beautiful lady, Bev, RIP, you will always be remembered. Thanks for the memories, love from our Brand family. We share in your families grief."
"Not only was Bev and her family the best neighbors ever, but wonderful friends of our Brand family. Many years ago we worked together both at Rush Pruducts and Camera Arts, back in the 1960's and 70's. She was a very good friend to me in some of my troubling years, and I will always remember and love her. She never forgot a birthday, a holiday, or our stays in the hospital with a card and a gift in it. Beautiful lady, Bev, RIP, you will always be remembered. Thanks for the memories, love from our Brand family. We share in your families grief."
"Was so sorry to hear of the passing of Beverly, I worked with her many years ago at Camera Art, and I remember her as a very sweet nice person, sending my deepest Sympathy. Sheri Schell "
"My aunt Beverly will be missed by so many people. She was one of the most sweetest, kindest and caring person I have ever known. My she Rest In Peace with all her loved ones in heaven.???"
"My aunt Beverly will be missed by so many people. She was one of the most sweetest, kindest and caring person I have ever known. My she Rest In Peace with all her loved ones in heaven.???"
"Marlys, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know her but it sounds like she was a wonderful lady. Judi"
"Jim, Marlys and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time."
"I will always cherish the memories of auntie Bev on the farm! She was so kind and giving to everybody!! She never missed a birthday or even a anniversary of all who new her ! My kids remember her by the 2 dollar bills she put in there birthday cards she never missed a one! I will never forget staying out on the farm with her she always made sure we ate well! I?m comfortable knowing she is finally with the love of her life uncle Al ! I?m sure she is in his arms talking his ears off !! Lol I will miss you auntie Bev but I will see you again someday so for now I will keep your memories close to my heart ?? ??"
"A special lady that loved to visit and share some great memories with others. Our deepest condolences to the families. She will be deeply missed."
"A special lady that loved to visit and share some great memories with others. Our deepest condolences to the families. She will be deeply missed."
"Sorry to hear about the death of your mother"
"A very special lady! My sympathy to Jim, Scott and family members."
"Great childhood memories. Rest in peace. Heaven has another angel"