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Submitted: 9/15/23 • Approved: 9/16/23 • Last Updated: 9/19/23 • R1501351-G1501351-S3
September 18,1936 - October 21, 2022
*Obituary
The Weekly Vista
Bella Vista, Arkansas
Ilse Louise Elander, 86, of Bella Vista, Ark., died Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, at her residence.
She was born Sept. 18, 1936, in Hamburg, Germany to Lina and Hans Peterson. She enjoyed beautiful Bella Vista, and serving her Lord Jesus Christ. She enjoyed going out to lunch and sharing a meal with her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Horst "Pete" Peterson; and her husband, Eugene Elander.
Survivors are one son, Eric Elander (Jerri) of Gravette; two daughters, Christina Kessler (Dan) of Avoca, Andrea Elander of Bella Vista; four grandchildren; one brother, Alfred Peterson (Phyllis) of Illinois; and one sister-in-law, Joyce Penning of Illinois.
A graveside service was held Monday, Oct. 24, 2022, at Tucks Chapel Cemetery located in Rogers with Pastor Robert Ward officiating.
Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home Bella Vista.
Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.
Contributed on 9/15/23 by wfields55
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