Lela Themig Obituary
The memory of Lela Themig of Vandalia, Illinois, born in Garretson, South Dakota, who passed away on October 22, 2024 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elius Gulbranson and Ida Gulbranson (Berg); her husband Edwin Gerald Themig; her brothers, Gordon, Emmort, Edgar and Curtis Gulbranson; her daughters-in-law, Marsha Themig and Ramona Themig; and her grandson-in-law Todd Thompson.
She is survived by: her children, Jim Themig (Rita) of Woodbury, MN, Sue Williams (Charlie) of Collinsville, Mike Themig (Debby) of Vandalia, Pat Themig (Jamie) of Sheridan, WY, JoEllen Wehrle (Mike) of Vandalia, Dan Themig (Karen) of Calgary, Jerome Themig (Joanie) of Jacksonville, Jeanne McDonald (Kevin) of Ft. Collins, CO and Mark Themig (Brad) of Healdsburg, CA; and her sister Ruth Chappelle of Bellingham, WA. She is also survived by 30 grandchildren; 52 great grandchildren; and 8 great-great grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Fayette County Hospice or the Council of Catholic Women.
