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Mavis

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Huffman

Jan 2, 1931 — Jul 29, 2011

Obituary

Mavis V. Huffman, 80, of rural Minnewaukan, ND, died Friday, July 29th, 2011, at her home.  Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 3, 2011,  2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Minnewaukan, ND with Pastor Kevin Kaufmann officiating.  Burial will be in the Minnewaukan Cemetery.  Visitation will be Tuesday from 4 to 7pm with a Time of Sharing at 7:00 PM all at the Nelson Funeral Home in Minnewaukan.  Active and honorary casket bearers will be her grandchildren:    Brent Huffman,  Jericho Huffman,  Chans Huffman,  Dennis Huffman,  Kyle Huffman,  Kimberly Huffman,  Cassandra Huffman, Aleshia Huffman and Jennifer Huffman.  Music will be from Laren Holznagel, vocalist with Fay Huffman and Carole Thompson, accompanists.

Mavis Viola Hahn was born January 2, 1931 in rural Minnewaukan to Walter and Mabel (Westrum) Hahn.  She attended Lake View rural school and Minnewaukan Public School.  Mavis was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Minnewaukan.  She married Lyle Huffman on October 29, 1947 at St. Peter Lutheran Parsonage in Minnewaukan.

Mavis was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Minnewaukan where she served in various capacities.  Mavis survived cancer twice in the early 1990's.  Through this experience she learned to appreciate the small joys of life.  Mavis loved having company.  The coffee pot was always on and homemade baked goods were served.  Mavis liked nothing better than to sit down and play cards with family and friends.  She loved flowers, especially the wild crocus that Lyle would pick for her.  In the evening after a day's work, she enjoyed going with Lyle to look at the crops, wildlife and changes within the community.

Survivors include her loving husband of 63 years:  Lyle of Minnewaukan;  a daughter:  Diane Peterson of Minnewaukan;  4 sons:  Clinton (Ellen) Huffman of Minnewaukan,  Robert (Kelly) Huffman of Minnewaukan,  Terry (Reney) Huffman of Horace, ND  and Steven (Cindy) Huffman of Minnewaukan;  9 grandchildren;  5 step-grandchildren;  one great-grandchild;  a sister:  Lois Grabowski of Glen Lyon, PA;  2 brothers:  Duane (Charleen) Hahn of Temple, TX and Donald (Darleen) Hahn of Tioga, ND and a sister-in-law:  Marion Hahn of Grand Forks, ND.

Preceding her in death were her parents;  2 sisters:  Lucille Hahn and Geraldine Mayer;  a brother:  Gerald Hahn and two brothers-in-law:  Leonard Grabowski and Philip Mayer.

Condolences:

My deepest sympathy goes out to Mavis's family at this time of loss and great sorrow.  Mavis will be greatly missed by all....the smile that Mavis displayed at all times proved she was a wonderful lady.  Don and I had the great pleasure of being included in on playing cards at her home and what a feast we had and also a great time...she was a #1 hostess.  Prayers going out to all!! Rita Severinson

Sorry to hear of Mavis's passing. She was a grand lady, we had so many good visits when I use to do her hair, she found good in everybody.  Sorry we will not be able to make it to her service as we have contractors here that day for our new driveway. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.  Garry & Darlene Thompson

Mavis was always good to me, even when I didn't deserve it. She was always there when you needed her, to talk or just to listen.  Lyle and family my deepest condolences. She will be greatly missed. Mary Blasky

We are very sorry to hear about the death of Mavis.  She was a very special lady and had more courage and grit than anyone we know.  Her infectious laugh and uplifting attitude were a joy for everybody to encounter. Lyle, take care and our prayers are with you and your family. Dale and Mavis Halvorson

Lyle, Diane & Family. We were sorry to hear of your love one passing. Our Prayers and Love are with you and family.  Rely on the God of all comfort. Throw your burden upon Jehovah himself and he himself will sustain you. Psalm 55:22. It is real and vital communication with the God of all comfort, who comfort us in our tribulation. 2 Corinthians 1:3.4.Psalms 83:18.  We look forward to seeing our love one again. Psalms 37:29. May these scriptures bring comfort to your heart as they have mine in time of sadness. Lee & Irene Keyes

My sympathy goes out to your family.  May your many memories of Mavis bring you comfort and peace.  God bless you all Tonette Engelhardt Vonasek .

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