Wilma L. Bindewald, age 90, of Shakopee, MN, passed away quietly and peacefully at home in Shakopee on Thursday, June 17, 2021.
Wilma was born on January 3, 1931 in Albert Lea, MN, the daughter of William "Willie" Olson and Bertina (Sibilrud) Olson. She graduated from Freeborn High School in 1949. Wilma married Harold "Roger" Bindewald on April 18, 1949 in Hartland, MN.
Wilma grew up on a farm, and learned how to work hard at an early age. She loved her family of five children, her grandchildren, and she adored her husband of 70 years, Roger. Wilma and Roger farmed in Milaca for 5 years, and moved to Shakopee in 1956. She found a way to raise a family, maintain a household, and work various jobs to help balance a family budget. Wilma worked 22 years at Deli Express.
Wilma was a woman of integrity and grace. She always had a kind word of encouragement for those she loved. Wilma enjoyed family gatherings. She taught her children the value of hard work, the value of keeping a commitment, and the benefits of serving others who are less fortunate. Wilma touched the lives of many people around her, although many of them never realized it. She loved sewing and made many quilts that were donated to needy people and service personnel around the world. She loved to quietly and confidently work in the background at family gatherings, at church events, and at charitable efforts. Wilma was a prayer warrior; she taught those around her quietly and confidently to trust God in tough situations.
Wilma is survived by her sister, Gloris Frantum; and by her five children, Steve (Dena), Michael (Gail), Linda Lund, Julie (Greg) Rauchwarter, and Kristine (Paul) Kammueller; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Roger"; her parents, William “Willie” and Bertina Olson; and her siblings, Blanche, Berdelle, Wilbur, George, Clifford, and Bonnie.
Visitation Monday, June 28, from 11 a.m.- noon, followed by a memorial service at McNearney-Schmidt Funeral Home, 1220 3rd Ave. E., Shakopee, 952-445-2755. Interment Valley Cemetery, Shakopee.
Condolences may be shared at www.mcnearneyfuneralhome.com