Annette Doris Erpelding, 83

DIKE – Annette Doris Erpelding, 83, of Dike, died Sunday, February 16, 2020 at her home. She was born May 26, 1936 in Marshalltown, daughter of Harry and Helen (Lueth) Dreessen. She married Larry Erpelding on August 18, 1957 in Gladbrook. He preceded her in death on January 3, 2000. Annette attended country school through 8th grade and graduated in 1954 from Gladbrook High School. She then attended Iowa State Teacher’s College in Cedar Falls receiving her teaching certificate and later her BA. She was a second grade teacher in Dike Elementary for over 35 years. Survived by: a son, James (Amanda) Erpelding of Dike; daughter-in-law, Deanna Erpelding of Castle Rock, CO; five grandchildren: Cloe, Abby and Gabby of Dike, Kristopher and Matthew of Castle Rock, CO; her sister, Jolene (Dick) Denbow and brother, Darold (Lola) Dreessen both of Gladbrook; and her niece and nephews. Preceded in death by: a son, Kirby Erpelding. Memorial Services: 2:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21st at the Dike United Methodist Church with inurnment in Elmwood Cemetery, Dike. Visitation for one hour prior to the service at the church. Richardson Funeral Service is assisting the family. Memorials may be directed to the family. Condolences may be left at www.richardsonfuneralservice.com. Annette enjoyed reading, playing bridge, spending time with her grandchildren, and traveling. She is survived by many friends in Dike and Apache Junction, Arizona, where she and Larry spent many winter months as snowbirds.