ELLEN CHARLSEN
1926 - 2018
Obituary
Ellen M. Charlsen, 91, died Sunday
(Feb. 25, 2018) at Newton Presbyterian Manor. She was born May 11,
1926, in Elyria to John and Emilie (Flegel) Borth. On Feb. 13, 1940,
she married Jack W. Charlsen at the Christian Church in Newton and he
preceded her in death on Dec. 1, 2010.
Ellen was an active member of the Zion
Lutheran Church in Newton, where she served the church in many
capacities over the years. She was a 1949 graduate of the former
Axtell School of Nursing and worked at the former Axtell Hospital for
many years prior to her retirement. One of the highlights of Ellen's
nursing career was working on the Apollo 11 Moon Landing Mission.
Later in life, she was an extra in the movie "Walking Tall"
and helped set up the Emergency Room set for the movie. Tending her
flower beds and caring for her yard were a time of relaxation and
reflection for Ellen.
She was known for being a kind and
gentle person who loved caring for others. She was adored by her
family and they looked forward to spending time with their beloved
aunt and friend.
Ellen is survived by several nieces and
nephews and she is also survived by a sister, Virginia Kenney of
Inman.
She is preceded in death by her
parents; husband; four brothers; and four sisters.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m.
Wednesday (Feb. 28, 2018) at Zion Lutheran Church in Newton, with
Pastor Aaron Filipek presiding. Visitation will be 3 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday (Feb. 27, 2018) at Petersen Funeral Home. Burial will be in
the Greenwood Cemetery in Newton.
Memorials are suggested to Caring Hands
Humane Society, Zion Lutheran Church or Good Shepherd Hospice in care
of Petersen Funeral Home.
1926 - 2018 (91 years)