Doris L. Setterholm
August 1, 2010
Date of Birth: September 28, 1930 Date of Death: August 1, 2010 Doris Lucille Dory Setterholm, age 79 of Forest Lake passed away at her home on August 1, 2010 following a long struggle with Alzheimer Disease. Preceded in death by husband, Milton Mitz, sister, Violet Shannon and brother, Marvin Wyman. Survived by children, Lynn (Steve) Fox, Susan (Dan) Pruden, Thomas Setterholm (Deanna Anderson), Nancy (Doug) Paulson and Michael Setterholm; 12 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Ronald (Harland) Wyman; sister-in-law, Marlys (Robert) Gamm; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation and Funeral Service Visitation 5-8 PM Thurs., Aug. 5th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Dr. SW, Forest Lake. Funeral 11 AM Fri. Aug. 6th at Faith Lutheran Church, 886 No. Shore Dr., Forest Lake, MN with visitation beginning at 10 AM until time of service. Interment Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Mahtomedi, MN.
Dory was so blessed to have family to take care of her for so long. You will never regret the time you spent with her. May God Bless You for your care and may Dory rest in peace.
Mitz & Dory was always very special to me. They were my
sponsors when I joined Faith Lutheran and very good friends.
Blessings to all Shirley Peterson
Sue, Dan and Family
Our Thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.
True memories are not of mind and body, but those that remain forever written on the soul….
To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say…
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you.”
It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you’re part of my plan.
There’s so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you….in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too…
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who’s in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night……”My day was not in vain.”
And now I am contented….that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…. from that body to be free,
remember you’re not going…..you’re coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
http://www.ruthann1.com
Nancy, Doug, Mitch and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Know that your Mom is now in heaven and no longer suffering. You have all taken good care of her these many years during her illness. God Bless you all!
Jim, Sharon and family
Dory was part Mom, part sister and part best friend to me. She had such a lasting influence in my life. We could sit up talking all night, however, she could outlast me ! I always looked forward to our times together. It was never a real summer without a trip to Forest Lake. She was so much fun. How special to be blessed with such a delighful Aunt. It’s no wonder your welcoming home was always the gathering place. Your Mom’s life was rich in family, friends and love. You all brought her joy. And you took such fabulous care of her in her last years. May all your memories of your Mom sustain you during this difficult time and may you find comfort in knowing that Dory’s spirit will truely live forever in the hearts of all who loved her.
Love you – Patty
Dory was a wonderful, fun and loving aunt. My best memories of summer vacations were times at the Setterholm’s. All the cousins would play throughout the day and then both adults and cousins would play cards far into the night. Those were days filled with laughter and good times. When Dory was present, anytime was a fun time. She had a great sense of humor, loved to joke and tease and had a contagious laugh. She always made everyone feel welcomed in her home and the Setterholm’s was the place our extended family gathered when the family came from out of town.
Lynn, Sue, Tom, Nancy and Mike you have a great legacy. Your mom’s spirit is such part of you. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. I love you.
Your cous, Marty
Sue and Family,
We are all thinking of you and wish we could be with you at this time.
Joseph and Joyce Konecny and Scott and Stacie Konecny-Jones
Nancy, Doug and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. We love you!
Lee, Cathy and family
Dory was like a second Mom to me in our teenage years and I loved her. I think she was blessed to have her 5 children who showed their love in the way she was cared for since she got her Alzheimer’s disease. You, Nancy and Sue were especially devoted to your treasured mom who, due to your care, lived in excellent health despite her memory loss. I know this ‘home going’ for Dory is bitter-sweet. It will be so different not having her with you each day – at least physically. But your memories will keep her always with you. She is with her Lord Jesus now and in better than ever healthy and joy. Mitz has welcomed her to Heaven and she is greeting all those she had to say good bye to before. Think of her this way, doing all of those things we are glad she can do again. You will see her again. What a grand reunion that will be.
I will be praying for the loving arms of God to comfort you Lynn, Sue, Nancy, Tom and Mike. (and all of the families)
With much love and sympathy.
Nancy