Edwina E. Wendholt, 87, of Ferdinand passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Scenic Hills at the Monastery in Ferdinand. Edwina was born on July 6, 1935, in Siberia to Edwin and Alma (Troesch) Elmer. She was united in marriage with Henry C. Wendholt on August 20, 1955 in St. Martin of Tours Church in Siberia.
Henry preceded her in death on January 26, 2006.
Edwina was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandma. She was a charter member of the Ferdinand Home Extension Club, Ferdinand Legion Post 124 Auxiliary, Ferdinand Senior Citizens, and the Hoosier Campers. She worked at the General Electric Company and Best Home Furnishings for many years. She also did housekeeping for many families in the Jasper area.
Edwina was a member of Christ the King Church of Ferdinand and its St. Ann’s Sodality. She enjoyed gardening, camping, and playing cards. She was an avid quilter, and made a quilt for each of her grandchildren for their wedding, and a baby quilt for each great-grandchild. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include one daughter, Karen A (Gene) Harpenau of St. Anthony; four sons, Paul E. (Sheila) Wendholt and Joseph C. (Danette) Wendholt both of Huntingburg, Donald E. (Linda) Wendholt and Alan O. (Gail) Wendholt both of St. Anthony; one daughter-in-law, Wilma Wendholt of St. Anthony; 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred Sander of Ireland and Alfrieda Matthews of Rockport.
In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by one son, Norman Wendholt, one brother, Albert Elmer and a sister, Dorothy Elmer.
A mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday May 23 in St. Ferdinand Church, with burial following in the church cemetery. Becher Funeral Home in Ferdinand is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be shared at www.becherfuneralhome.com.
