In Memory of Judith "Judy" K. Winterhof



Judith "Judy" K. Winterhof
Judith "Judy" K. Winterhof
Born: January 13, 1937
Died: February 1, 2023
Age: 86
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Judith "Judy" K. Winterhof
January 13, 1937 - February 1, 2023
From: Holstein, IA | Originally: Galva, IA

Judith “Judy” K. Winterhof, age 86, of Holstein, Iowa, (formerly of Galva, Iowa) passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at the Holstein Senior Assisted Living Community of Holstein, Iowa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, February 10, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church of Galva, Iowa. Pastor Paul Egger will officiate. Committal Services will follow in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery of Galva, Iowa. A Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Funeral Service from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the St. John’s Lutheran Church of Galva, Iowa.

The Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home of Ida Grove, Iowa, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.  Condolences may be sent online at www.christensenvanhouten.com

Judith “Judy” Karen Winterhof, the daughter of Arnold and Edith (Rasmussen) Else, was born on January 13, 1937, in Ida County, Iowa. In the 4th grade Judy’s family relocated to Galva, Iowa and she graduated from Galva High School with the Class of 1955.

On November 12, 1955, Judy was united in marriage to George E. Schulke Sr., the union was blessed with four daughters and two sons. The couple later parted ways. On February 2, 1996, Judy was united into marriage to Gaylen H. Winterhof.

Judy had a passion for sewing, loved cats, and making silk floral arrangements. She also enjoyed the company of others and lending a helping hand.

Survivors include two sons, George, Jr. and William; three daughters, Kim, Jill and Mindy; two grandchildren, Nick and Rossy; brother Harlan (Jane); Sister-in-law Peggy; brother-in-law Don; dear friends Vickie and Dale; other special family Scott (Tonia), Krista (Jeff), Kyle (Hallie), Jessica (Ethan), and Bailey; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.   

Judy was preceded in death by her parents Arnold and Edith Else; brothers William, Arnold, Jr., and John; sister Ardith “Ardie”; daughter Jodie Schulke August 2004; and husband Gaylen Winterhof.

 

SERVICES

2:00 p.m., Friday
February 10, 2023
St. John's Lutheran Church
Galva, Iowa

There will be a Facebook Live of the service on the Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Homes Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063608887080

OFFICIATING

Pastor Paul Egger

CASKET BEARERS

Trent Else
Grant Else
Trey Else
Braden Else
Montana Else
Jordan Else

Honorary Pallbearers
Thomas Else
Greyson Else

VISITATION

One Hour Prior
1:00 p.m to 2:00 p.m.
February 10, 2023
St. John's Lutheran Church
Galva, Iowa

MUSIC

"Lift High The Cross"
"Beautiful Savior"
"Christ The Lord Has Risen Today"

INTERMENT

St. John's Lutheran Cemetery
Galva, Iowa


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Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 10:35 AM
“Judy, I and my girls, Ashley and Cassie, remember the times spent with you. You watched my girls when I needed your help. You would always call to make sure the kids stopped by so you could see their Halloween costumes and give them treats. You are their Aunt Judy and they love you. We took a trip to Wyoming to see Kim, who was not in good health at the time, to spend time with Kim and other family members. You really enjoyed seeing them! Taking care of you and your needs was a blessing. I was happy to help. We had some very enjoyable times, sightseeing, drinking specialty coffees, you loved to watch out the window and try to remember who lived where now n before. Your favorite sane to me was when I told you I loved you and you’d replied “I don’t blame you”. I will miss you my friend and neighbor of 29 years. Now that you are healthy again, I’m sure you’ll be sewing endlessly. Keep smiling and laughing.
Love Vickie and girls”
- Vickie Allen
Monday, February 13, 2023 at 9:42 AM
“CURTAINS: My mom loved curtains. I'm not sure why. She made them for everyone. They hang in my windows. She was an excellent seamstress. She had a knack for color and design. She was proud of her work. Her journey was complicated, long, difficult, traumatic and painful. She had another kind of curtain to conceal these things. It kept the demons at bay. Perhaps this is why she loved curtains. Curtains will always remind me of my mother.”
- jill
Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9:09 AM
“Judy was an extremely talented lady, and showed her love to others, via her sewing projects.
My husband and I have her beautiful homemade curtains in our cabin. We will always treasure the supreme labor of love she put into every stitch. She was a person of excellence.”
- Frank and Colleen Manley
Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9:09 AM
“I remember her laugh. When ever I was with Ardie we all always ended up amused about something or nothing!! My prayers are with you all.”
- Marlene Kollbaum
Monday, February 6, 2023 at 9:09 AM
“My dear friend Judy. I will not cry for the loss but rejoice in the fact that you are up with our heavenly Father. I will remember our 43 years of friendship, all the good times and your smiling face. You lived life to the fullest every day. I am going to miss your smile, laughter and happiness you shared. God Bless and I Love You my friend. Dorothy B”
- DOROTHY A BULLIVANT
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