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Lena Loka

May 15, 1909 — November 4, 2013

Lena Loka, age 104, died Monday, November 4, 2013 at Pine Crest Nursing Home. She was born May 15, 1909 to the late Martin & Mary (Mixes) Rudolph. On October 1, 1955 she and John Loka were united in marriage in Merrill. He preceded her in death in 1973. Lena worked at Associated Co-Op as a clerk. She was a very hard worker. Lena loved an array of flowers and truly enjoyed gardening and crocheting. She was an excellent baker and loved to share the food she made with others. Lena liked visiting with whoever might stop by but most especially enjoyed being around children. She took great care of her home and was very proud her yard, flower and vegetable gardens. Survivors include three nieces, Lorraine Simon, Gleason, WI, Cara (Steve) Carter, Shelby Dagis, IL and Linda (Rich) Phillip, NC; three great nieces, Sherry Simon, Green Bay, Jan (Marty) Krebs, Junction City, and Nichole Astre; three great nephews, Paul (Patty) Simon, Gleason, Chris (Bridget) Peters and Scott Peters; two great-great nieces, Kayla and Jessica Moses; and one great-great nephew, Eric Bowen. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John, four brothers, John Dagis, Adolf Dagis, Albert Dagis and Willy Dagis and one nephew, Randy Dagis. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday at Waid Funeral Home. Pastor Greg Laska will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Merrill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established in Lena's honor. The family would like to thank the administration and staff at Pine Crest Nursing Home for their care and love that was shared with Lena. Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.waidfuneral.com.

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Visitation
Thursday, November 7, 2013
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Waid Funeral Home

301 Eagle Drive
Merrill, WI 54452

Visitation
Thursday, November 7, 2013
11:00 AM
Waid Funeral Home

301 Eagle Drive
Merrill, WI 54452


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