Vicki Lynn Lundgren
January 18, 2013
Vicki Lynn Lundgren, 54, died peacefully at home on January 18, 2013 surrounded by family.
Vicki was born on September 9, 1958 in Atlantic, Iowa, to Richard and Marilyn Smith. After graduating from Audubon High School, she attended Patricia Stevens College in Omaha, and then lived and worked in the Des Moines area. For the past 27 years, she worked for Meredith Corporation in a number of different positions, most recently as associate director – advertising operations.
Vicki married Mitch Lundgren on February 3, 1996, in West Des Moines. She was an ISU football fan, and enjoyed cooking, boating, traveling, golf, accompanying Mitch to NHRA drag racing, and still holds the record for catching the biggest family fish.
Vicki is survived by Mitch, her husband of 17 years; her mother, Marilyn Smith, of West Des Moines; brothers Mike Smith (Jen) of Waukee and Randy Smith of Windsor Heights; and one niece and four nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard, sister-in-law, Earlene Smith, and grandparents.
A service celebrating her life will be held on Tuesday, January 22, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Mark Lutheran Church in West Des Moines, Iowa, with visitation preceding the service at 9:00 a.m. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m., at Memorial Park Cemetery in Fort Dodge.
Memorials may be directed to the Animal Rescue League.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Cody Coenen
01/24/2013
Vicki was a regular where I work. I got to know her, Mike and Mitch pretty well over the last year. It was terrible hearing about her health deteriorating, after all she'd been through before. She was always upbeat and had a smile on her face. Ill miss that about her. Shes definately in my thoughts and will be missed at work. God bless.
Tom Lansman and family
01/22/2013
Marilyn,Randy, Mike,and family of Vicki my heart goes out to you all as I was saddened to hear about your loss.She was always the greatest person to me and was a big part of my life for many years.You all should smile for the happiness she brought to us all.My thoughts will be with you.
Willie & Deb Knolmayer
01/22/2013
Mitch, sorry to hear about Vicki. I know that it has been a long struggle. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Cathy Putney
01/22/2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Lundgren and Smith families. Jim and I have wonderful memories of Vicki at the lake always smiling and upbeat with a great attitude. May you somehow endure her loss knowing she left a wonderful spot on everyone she touched
Kathy Kraber
01/22/2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Vicki was such a wonderful person. Her smile just brightened up a room when she came in. It's been a long time since I've seen Vicki. Vicki was one of four roommates that I had the pleasure of rooming with at Patricia Stevens. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in one another and in the sweet memories you share.
Kindred Family
01/22/2013
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. May you and your family find some comfort in your loving memories and in Almighty God's loving promise.-Acts 24:15. Gone from our sight but never from our heart.
Kent and Erin Hayes
01/21/2013
Dear Mitch, many fun and special memories spent with you, Vicki, Mike and Jen! You're in our thoughts and prayers ol' buddy! Kent is reminiscing of the great appetizers Vicki made for boating occasions and Mike's 40th birthday party!! Great times with great people!!
Dennis May
01/21/2013
While it has been many years since I lasted boated with or have seen Vicki and Mitch, I will always remember and cherish the great times we had at the lake. To all the family, may your hearts soon again be joyful and your spirits soar. Please take care. Thinking of you.
Monte & Debi Carlson
01/21/2013
To the family of Vicki Lundgren,
Our sorrow can not be expressed in words to you all! Thoughts and prayers are with you Brother Mitch, you dear old friend. Sincerely, Monte & Debi
Dave & Mitzi LaFoy
01/21/2013
Marilyn and Family, Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. My you find peace in your memories of Vicki, and comfort in knowing that she and Dick are now fishing together in heaven's pond.
Jae Johnson & Cheryl Christopher
01/21/2013
Mitch, Cheryl and I were very saddened to hear of your wife Vicki. You spoke so wonderfully about her the last time I saw you at the DU event. You have our deepest codolences.
Joan Van Damme
01/21/2013
My heart is so sad hearing of the passing of Vicki. I worked with her at Meredith and she was a ray of sunshine every morning when I was there. Heartfelt sympathy to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brett (Club Car, Verns, John &Nicks)
01/21/2013
Mitch, I am so sorry to hear about Vicki. You two were a couple of my favorite customers at more than one restaurant in West Des Moines. Please know I am thinking about you and if I could make it back from Arizona, I'd be there tomorrow for sure. My heart goes out to you and your family.
John and Angie Coleman
01/21/2013
Mitch, sorry to hear about Vicki. I know that it has been a long struggle. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Rollins-Jordan
01/21/2013
Mitch,
I'm so sorry about the lose of your wife Vicki. I know Scott, Greg, Lori and your wonderful mom will surround you with love and support.You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cindy Rollins-Jordan