"I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing her face at church. Thinking of you all and holding you in prayers."
In loving memory of
Dolores A. Van Gundy
September 24, 1928 - March 19, 2020
HOUSTON, MN - Dolores A. Van Gundy, 91, of Houston, MN died on March 19, 2020, at Gundersen Lutheran Health System in La Crosse, WI.
Dolores was born on September 24, 1928, in La Crosse, WI to Elmore and Delia (Britson) Peterson. She was raised in the Houston area and was a graduate of Houston High School. On February 24, 1950, she was united in marriage with Harold Van Gundy at the Houston Lutheran Church. She worked at Green's Café in Houston, was a bookkeeper at the Houston Creamery and was employed at Valley View Nursing Home in Houston for over 20 years in the activity and dietary departments. She also was a great help to her husband on the farm for many years. Dolores enjoyed canning, baking, raising chickens, flower gardening, making floral arrangements, and mowing lawn on her Snapper lawnmower. She was a very active member of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church and ladies aide in Houston, the Houston American Legion Auxiliary, and was a member of the Iris Garden Club in Houston. Dolores was a very hard worker. She always had her home open to family, friends and neighbors for a bite to eat and time of socializing.
She is survived by four children: Dianne "Dino" (Timothy) Orr, Cheryl (Hoyt) Zenke, Shelly (Dwayne) Johnson, and Steven (Kendra) Van Gundy; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and by three siblings: Glenn (Olive) Peterson, Lyle Peterson, and Janice Unnasch; and by nieces and nephews.
Dolores was preceded in death by her husband; two sons: Dennis and Gary; granddaughter, Sara; and a brother, Eugene.
The family prefers memorials directed to Cross of Christ Lutheran Church or to Valley View Healthcare and Rehab.
Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, the family has chosen to have a drive through visitation from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 27, under the awning on the East side of Cross of Christ Lutheran Church in Houston. Friends and family will be able to drive their vehicles through to pay their respects to Dolores and greet the immediate family from a safe distance as they drive through. Please enter the parking lot from the North between Valley View and Cross of Christ Church. Private family burial will be in the Stone Church Cemetery in Houston.
Hoff Funeral Service in Houston is assisting the family with arrangements. Please leave a memory of Dolores and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com
Tributes
"Our sympathies to the family. She was a sweet lady. Tippery family"
"Dear Shelly, Cheryl, Dino, Steve, and Family. I am writing to express my deepest sorrow for the loss of Delores. Although I did not know her well, and only had the pleasure of spending a little time with her when she was able to attend the Van Gundy gatherings, I will always remember how sweet and caring she was. She indeed will be missed and yet her spirit will always live on. Sincerely, Michele Schey "
"Our sympathy's to the family of Delores. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Let your memories of your mom be your legacy of love."
"Rick and I liked Delores so much. I remember our days doing ceramics in Winona and of course the birthday club at Marilyn and Richard?s. "
"Shelly, Cheryl, Dino, and Steve, what a dear mom you were blessed with! Memories of Dolores take me back to the very first time I stayed on the farm. Until then, I didn't realize how fearful I was of dogs, even little ones; Dolores made sure that Toodles stayed behind closed doors while I was there. That was only the first of many treasured memories. Sending virtual hugs, prayers and much love to all of you as you celebrate the life of such a kind and caring woman, your incredible mom! "
"Dino and family, I am sorry for your loss, she must have been a caring wonderful woman from the tributes she has received. I send thoughts and prayers to all."
"It meant so much to me that our small family who did not have any other family in. MN besides our wonderful family of friends, were often invited to the farm for holidays. I know Shelly also had a hand in including us, (the apple doesn?t fall far from the tree). We really appreciated being included. Our condolences to the whole Van Gundy clan. Your mom, grandmother, great grandmother was a very special and loving woman whom will be dearly missed. RIP Delores ??"
"So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady. I was fortunate to get to talk to her at the nursing home. She was in the room across the hall from my dad. She would stop in to visit sometimes when I was there. She will be missed."
"So sorry for the loss of your mother, Dino. Wishing you and your family peace and comfort. "
"So sorry for your loss. Delores was an inspiration to everyone with her kindness and giving to the whole community. She was like a second mother to my son when they were little. BJ loved spending time at the farm and going on all the wagon rides. She will be greatly missed."
"Dino, Shelly, Cheryl and Steve so sorry to hear this. Your mom was like a second mom to me. Spent many hours at your farm. Your mom was always kind and welcoming. She lived a long life helping many family members and friends. Will forever remember all the fun times we had. Rest in Peace Delores and I am sure you were so happy to see your Herold again ??"
"Sincere sympathy to the VanGundy family. She will be missed by her family and all the Grandchildren!"
"Delores was a truly beautiful person; one of the most giving and loving people I have ever met. She will be remembered always."
"Sincere sympathy to all of Delores family.????"
"Our thoughts and prayers to the Van Gundy family. Millie Snow enjoyed their times together at VVNH. Old friends meeting again! ?"
"Aunt Dolores was always a wonderful and kind woman. She was a true inspiration in what she gave to her family, friends, and community. Her home was always open to family and friends and I have fond memories of visiting the Van Gundy family as a child. May she rest in peace. Doug Peterson"
"Van Gundy family, so sorry for your loss. Many memories from years past of horse pulls, wagon rides etc. Your mom was a wonderful person who touched many lives. Hold your memories close."
"Thinking of you all during this time and the days to come. Marna Houge"