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Russel Ehrenberger
RUSSEL EHRENBERGER
Cedar Rapids
Russel Eugene Ehrenberger, 81, of Cedar Rapids died Sunday, March 9, 2014, at St. Luke's Hospital, following an extended illness. Per Russel's wishes, Iowa Cremation will perform the cremation and a private service may be held at a later date.
Russel is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Charlotte Ehrenberger; children, Cheryl (Chris) Langhurst, Lyle (Missy) Ehrenberger and Tery Ehrenberger (Jo); four grandchildren, Bryce, Carly, Aubree Langhurst and Joel Ehrenberger; and a sister, Rachel Day.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Gary; and a brother, Roland "Sonny" Ehrenberger.
Russel Eugene Ehrenberger was born Dec. 28, 1932, in Cedar Rapids, the son of Frank and LaVerne (Brink) Ehrenberger. He married Charlotte Dostal on July 20, 1958, in Cedar Rapids.
After proudly serving in the U.S. Army, during the Korean War, Russel worked for Farmstead. After serving 30 plus years in the maintenance department at Farmstead, Russel then worked for the Oakdale Correctional Facility where he retired. He enjoyed gardening, golf, wood working and spending time with his family.
The family requests that all memorial contributions be sent to Unity Point St. Luke's Hospice.
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