Rachel TenBruggencate
October 06, 1960 - October 17, 2011
Obituary
MADISON-Rachel Louise TenBruggencate, age 51, died on Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, of congestive heart failure. She was born on Oct. 6, 1960, in St. Paul, Minn., the daughter of S. Luther and Audrey (Sande) Simonson. Rachel grew up in Canton, S.D. and moved to Madison in 1971. She graduated from La Follette High School in 1978. Rachel was devoted to her widespread family and felt blessed to know her many friends. They appreciated her quick wit, infectious laugh, and kind heart. Rachel worked at Gardner Bakery in the Thrift Store and on the production line. Surviving are her son, Darin; daughters, Janna and Alena; their father, Pete TenBruggencate; her mother, Audrey Simonson; sister, Deborah (Wayne) Smith; and brothers, Nathanael and Peter (Denise) Simonson. Rachel was preceded in death by her father, S. Luther Simonson; grandparents, aunts and uncles. Memorial services will be held at LAKE EDGE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 4032 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, with the Rev. Stephen Marsh presiding. Burial will be at Hope Cottage Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lake Edge Lutheran Church or Operation Boot Strap Africa, 122 W. Franklin Ave., Suite No. 306, Minneapolis, Minn. 55404.
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Burial will be at Hope Cottage Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lake Edge Lutheran Church or Operation Boot Strap Africa, 122 W. Franklin Ave., Suite No. 306, Minneapolis, Minn. 55404.
Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday.
Memorial services will be held at LAKE EDGE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 4032 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, with the Rev. Stephen Marsh presiding.
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Beth
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I'm very sad to hear of this loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Audrey and the kids. My sincere condolences to all of you.
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Tari Piediscalzzi
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Dearest Rachel
I miss you so much already. I pray for your children and family. Knowing you has enriched my life more than you could ever know. Love you Tari
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Jaimee Bessac
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Rachel I will miss you, your quick wit, friendship and kindness. We shared some great laughs! You always asked about my kids and that meant so much. In turn I know how much your kids meant to you as you always talked so proudly of them. Your legacy is your children and will be carried on by them I have no doubt. You left this world far too soon but I do hope you have found peace my friend.
Love, Jaimee
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Rena Yoder
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You will be always and forever in my HEART! I LOVE YOU!!!
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Cathy Peter (Tschida)
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My dear friend, Rachel, this world just isn't going to be the same without you. No one could ever make me laugh the way you did, and you were always right there by my side during the most important events of my life. I am so thankful for your friendship, what a blessing it has been. Until we meet again, my friend, I will cherish all the memories.
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Julie Morton (waller)
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It hurts to miss you. I will see you again. I love you dear friend.