Elvera Brockopp

Elvera Brockopp (Hink) of Alexandria, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2011. Elvera was born on November 9, 1925 in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota the daughter of Walter and Beata Hink. She was baptized and confirmed at St. James Church in South Effington. Elvera married Raymond Brockopp on July 24, 1946. They were blessed with two children: Jane and Merle. She enjoyed doing crafts, sewing, gardening, and puzzles; but her greatest joy was her family and her involvement with the Zion Lutheran Church. She taught Sunday School for 15 years, was a member of the Zion Lutheran Altar Guild for over 30 years and played cards with church Card Club. Elvera did housework for various families until 1974. At that time, she became a fulltime employee for 14 years in the Housekeeping Area of Douglas County Hospital. She is survived by her daughter, Jane (Clair) VanMaldeghem of Shakopee and son, Merle (Cheri) of Sartell; five grandchildren: Christy (Jay) Vierzba, Mitchell (Lisa)Wostrel, Andrea (Wayne) Houser, Alysia (Kevin) Clayton, Melinda (Derek) Tamm; and 11 great grandchildren: Jack & Gage Vierzba; Noah& Grace Wostrel; Alexander, Justin, Dru, & Breana Houser; Ainsley, Gabriel, & Isabelle Clayton. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2011, 1:00 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria with Rev. David Hinz and Rev. William Moeller officiating. Her final place of rest will be at the Kinkead Cemetery next to Raymond who passed away in 2003. Arrangements are with the Anderson Funeral Home. www.andersonfuneral.net