Thelma M. Luther age 100, of Ames died Sept, 15, 2011 at her home surrounded by her friends. A private graveside service is being planned at Fairview Cemetery in rural Madrid.
Thelma was born Aug. 21, 1911 in Luther, Iowa the daughter of Ira and Grace (Knight) Luther. She graduated from Luther and went to Mercy School of Nursing in Des Moines, then junior college before graduating from University of Minnesota in Nursing Education; she received her Master in Public Health Administration from Michigan in Ann Arbor in1949. Thelma was Public Health Nurse at Student Health at Iowa State University before she retired in 1976.
Thelma is survived by her friend Pilar A. Garcia of Ames, several nieces and nephews.
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Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.
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Our condolences to Aunt Pilar at the death of her long time friend, Thelma Luther. I will remember the sun shining against Thelma's hair as she towered over me during our many visits to their house each My during Veisha. Their manicured gardens were always special, perhaps that is where I inherited my love for gardens as well. Although she never met my husband or children, I hope she looks down from heaven to see my beautiful children, husband, gardens, cows, pastures and the peaceful river that runs life through it all. I will look up and smile at the sunshine which so reminds me of her. It seemed as though the weather was always sunny when we visited. I am blessed and thankful for many happy memories with Aunt Pilar and Aunt Thelma. They are in my prayers always.
Honoring a very great lady and inspiration-she will be missed.
Was so sorrowful when I heard the news. I have only met you both briefly, as I am your mail carrier once a week but I will never forget the thoughtfulness of both of you and always greeted by warm smiles no matter the day. My your memories keep you warm and strong. Bless you and Thelma. Until I see you again one of these days, know I am thinking of you.
Dear Pilar,
I am so sorry to hear that Thelma passed away today. We are thinking of you and hold you close in our thoughts and prayers.
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