Mayme Engelbrecht

Mayme Anna (Dynda) Engelbrecht was born on September 14, 1923 in Lake Mary Township, Douglas County, Minnesota to John and Barbara (Koubsky) Dynda. She attended District 13 country school in Lake Mary Township through the eighth grade. Mayme was united in marriage to Ralph Engelbrecht on July 7, 1942 at the Hostess House in Alexandria. The couple farmed in Lake Mary Township and was blessed with two children, Phyllis and Warren. Mayme worked alongside Ralph milking cows, picking rocks, driving tractor, gardening, and was head of the "Barn Council", which convened every morning before chores. She continued to live on the farm until a year ago when she moved into Knute Nelson. Mayme was a member of the Forada Seniors Club. She enjoyed cooking, baking, making kolaches, pies, raisin cookies, and made a wonderful potato salad. She also enjoyed playing games, bingo, and many different card games. Most important to Mayme, was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she loved to spend time with them and spoil them. Mayme died on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Knute Nelson at the age of 88. She is survived by daughter, Phyllis (Jerome) Hustad of Gilbert, MN; son, Warren (Norma) Engelbrecht of Alexandria; grandchildren, Greg (Kimberly) Hustad, Douglas Hustad, Darren (Tara) Engelbrecht, Karen (Steve) Bundermann, Lisa (Mike) Lennes, Ryan (Courtney) Engelbrecht; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Landa of Glenwood; and many nieces and nephews. Mayme is preceded in death by her parents, John and Barbara; husband, Ralph; and sister, Lillian Brezina. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, Courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to hold forever in your heart. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria with Reverend Jim Oakland officiating. Music was provided by Kim Byrne. Interment was in Kinkead Cemetery in Alexandria. Casket bearers were Darren Engelbrecht, Ryan Engelbrecht, Greg Hustad, Douglas Hustad, Steve Bundermann, and Mike Lennes. Anderson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.