Racine –Nona G. (nee: Humble) Dahlby, age 75, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at her home on Friday, October 12, 2012.
Nona was born in Kansas City, Missouri on June 4, 1937 to the late Richard Herman and Effie (nee: Beltz) Humble. She was a graduate of Sparta High School in Sparta, WI. On December 27, 1958 in St. John’s Lutheran Church – Sparta, she was united in marriage with the love of her life, Joseph W. Dahlby, who preceded her in death on July 31, 2008.
For over 30 years, Nona was employed by Sears & Roebuck Co. as a sales supervisor, mainly in the paint and hardware department, retiring in 1996. She was an extremely active and proud member of Atonement Lutheran Church where she was involved in the book club, quilting group and funeral committee; and was a devoted committee member of the American Cancer Society “Relay For Life”. Among her interests, she enjoyed knitting prayer shawls, worldwide travelling (just arrived back home from a trip to Europe last week), reading, mastering new technology on her computer / iPad, and spending every available second with her grandchildren.
Surviving are her daughters, Brenda (David) Olmstead, Jane (Donald) Christensen and Katrina (Michael) Koester, all of Franksville; and Kurt Dahlby of Mansfield, OH; son-in-law, David Simington of Racine; grandchildren, Jacqueline (Patrick) Pingel, Jacob (Stephanie) Olmstead; Melisa, Kylie, Ben and Heidi Christensen; Hans (Kayla) and Erika Dahlby; Emily and Tate Koester; David and Earl Simington; great-grandchildren, Katherine, Lillian and Madeleine Pingel; Olivia and Miles Olmstead; Cameron Christensen-Spencer; and (soon-to-be born), Joseph Dahlby; brother, Richard (Diane) Humble; brother-in-law, Larry (Linda) Dahlby; sister-in-law, Rosemary (Richard) Davis; nieces, nephews, other relatives and adored friends too numerous to mention by name.
In addition to her parents and husband, Nona was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Teresa Simington; sister, Shirley (Bob) Sorenson; and brother-in-law, Roger (Bev) Dahlby.
Funeral services will be held at Atonement Lutheran Church, 2915 Wright Avenue, on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 11:00 am with Rev. Dr. Warren D. Williams, Rev. Denise Mbise and Rev. Dana O’Brien officiating. Interment will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Tuesday from 5-8 pm and in the church on Wednesday from 10-11 am. In memory of Nona, memorials to Atonement Lutheran Church or to the American Cancer Society’s “Relay For Life” have been suggested.
Brenda Schluter says
It was my honor to have known Nona. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. My most sincere condolences to all of her family… my thouhts and prayers are with you.
The Dahlby Family says
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Nona, a selfless mother to her children and dedicated wife to her husband Joe. Rest in peace Nona. Go and walk with Joe again in the heavens. We looked forward to your visit here in Quito and will miss you.
amy johnson says
Brenda, Jane, Kurt, Tina and families…Please know that I wish I could be with all of you at the services for Aunt Nona. I can’t imagine the shock and hurt you are going through right now. Your mom filled your lives with so many memories for you all to cherish and remember. She lived her life to the fullest and made sure the people in her life were taken care of and loved. You are all so lucky to have this bright light in a time a darkness. Keep her light shining within you! Love you all so very much.
~Amy
Todd &Mindy Ward says
During this time of loss, May God’s promise of eternal life bring u hope… May his ever-present love bring you peace… and may the loving thoughts and heartfelt prayers of others bring you comfort. Praying For You & Your family .
Marilyn Gail Evans says
To my nieces, Brenda, Jane, Tina and nephew Kurt. Words cannot express how deeply I feel your loss. I know it is hard now, but you all have such beautiful memories of your mom and dad that will never leave you and will sustain you in your times of need. Love, Aunt Gail
Annette Doklovic says
Please know that even though I will not be with you in your grief, that my heart aches and that I am with you in my thoughts and prayers! Nona was one heck of a lady and will be greatly missed. I do believe that there is a big party going on and one day we’ll all join them! Please know that you are not alone in your suffering.
Peggy Abbott says
Just two weeks ago I had the privilege of a big hug from Nona during the passing of the peace during our church service and as always, Nona was a bright, happy star on a Sunday morning, giving encouragement and love along the way to everyone who knew her. She is already missed here with us, but is carried in the arms of Jesus who has her safe with Him and in that we can take comfort. My prayers are with her family at this time of loss.
Lori (Clickner) Henkes says
Dear Brenda and family,
Thinking of you at this sad time. My deepest sympathy to you, for the loss of your dear mother and grandmother. May God grant you His comfort and peace.
Janel Frazier says
To the entire Dahlby family, my heartfelt condolences. Nona was very much like a mother like figure to me and I will cherish her rough exterior but soft inside persona. I am so so sorry I was unable to make it to the funeral, but had some emergency dental work that came up. Your mothers memory will always be close to my heart. Hang in there Dahlby’s. You are a great family, starting with a great Mom and Dad. ((Hugs))
Janel Frazier