Mardelle Warren

Mardelle Marion was born on March 7, 1924, in Carroll, Iowa the daughter of Martin and Catherine (Neppl) Ludwig.  She attended school in Milford, Iowa and graduated from Milford High School in 1942.

On September 25, 1948, Mardelle was united in marriage to Arthur Warren in Milford, Iowa.  The couple made their home in Spencer, Iowa where they raised their six children.  Mardelle created a loving home, where she enjoyed baking, canning, working in her vegetable and flower garden.  Mardelle and Art also enjoyed traveling throughout the United States, Mexico and Europe.  The Warren family loved coming to their cabin in Alexandria and in 1972 made Alexandria their permanent home.  She was a member of the Catholic Daughters.

Mardelle died on Wednesday, May 22, 2019.  She is survived by her six children: Mark (Bernie) of Spencer, IA, Kent (Diane) of Jamestown, ND, Jeannine (Dennis) Owen of Mankato, MN, Dan of Alexandria, MN, Brad (Melody) of Alexandria, MN, Phil (Marcia) of Farwell, MN; brother, Don Ludwig of Emmetsburg, IA; twenty grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur of 57 years; her parents, and 9 siblings.

Our sweet mother will be forever missed.  Her beautiful blue eyes and warmest smile will remain in our hearts forever.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 24, 2019, 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home.   Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2019, 1:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with visitation one hour prior.  Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery.