Viola "Ludy" Teigen
May 05, 2015
Viola Teigen, 66, passed away on May 5, 2015, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, IA. She was born June 8, 1948, in Des Moines, to Otto and Marjorie Rench.
Ludy grew up in Des Moines and graduated from Tech High School in 1966. She married Marvin Teigen in 1969 and to this union two daughters were born, Christina and Katherine. Ludy and Marvin later divorced in 1987. She worked in check processing for more than 30 years and was most recently working for Fiserve.
Ludy will be remembered as a wonderful mom and grandma as she was the family’s rock and foundation. Ludy was always active in her daughter’s numerous activities from softball to girl scouts, and that didn’t change when she became a grandma. She was always present at her grandchildren’s baseball games, dance competitions and scouting events. Ludy treasured her family and loved spoiling her grandchildren any chance she had.
In addition to being with her family, Ludy enjoyed camping, reading, listening to music, and spending time with her great network of friends.
The family would like to thank her wonderful friends for their support and love during this difficult time.
She is survived by her daughters, Christina (Steve) Bowers and Katherine (Mike) Davis; grandchildren, Lindsey (Nick) McNeley, Tyler Hackett, Matthew Bowers, Ryan Davis, Emily Bowers, and Connor Davis; great-granddaughter, Lily White; brother, Farrell Rench; aunt, Hazel Farnum; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Howard Rench, Alice Kephart, Larry Rench, and Joan Allbee.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., with services beginning at 12 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to UnityPoint Hospice in loving memory of Ludy.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Marc Gergen
05/09/2015
my condolences to the family of Ludy. She was my sister Kathys best friend as long as I can remember. I was pleased to see her at Kathys funeral service and talk about old times. I was not aware she was in hospice. Lookout heaven.... The two girls are joining up again! I hope it was peacful for Ludy in her final hours. I will miss the opportunity to chat over the old days. God bless and watch over your families.
Connie Erickson
05/09/2015
To Ludy's Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ludy and I went to Franklin Junior High together. I ran into her a few years ago. May your memories help give you strength through this difficult time.
Michelle Wonders
05/08/2015
So sorry to hear about Ludy. Thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time.
Tammy ( Liz Miklus ) king
05/07/2015
Im so sorry for your loss. She was a friend back in our teens . Lots of fun memories. We were going to try to meet up this summer and I didn't know she was ill till recently.
My thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Georgette (Miklus) Schutte
05/07/2015
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Ludy back in our teens. May God Bless you girls and keep you. I'm sure you will miss her dearly.
Joe Smith
05/07/2015
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of my good friend Ludy.We met when we were in our teens & have been FB Friends for the past few years.Ludy was a special,kind & loving lady & I will miss her dearly.My thoughts & Prayers go out to her Family.
RITZ & LYNDA WHITE.
05/07/2015
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. R.I.P. LUDY.
Linda Kellis
05/06/2015
Chrissy & Kathy I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy losing a loved one, but your mother is so special. I am so glad I got to see her a couple of times in the last month. I enjoyed all our get togethers the last few years, our class get togethers, reunions and our talks. Mostly about our kids. She always said, my Kathy or my Chrissy. She adored her family and was very proud of all of you. Take care, God bless you all and know your mom loves you. Her memories will live on. She is up in Heaven now, watching over you. Love, Linda
Rosa Caligiuri
05/06/2015
Chrissy and Cathy, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a sweetheart and enjoyed our get togethers. Will MISS HER DEARLY. XOXOXOXO
Deb Hunt
05/06/2015
I was heartbroken to hear that Ludy had passed, but so very thankful that I was able to spend some time with her just a few days ago. She was a good friend and coworker. Chrissy and Kathy, she adored you and was so proud of you both. Prayers for you and your families. Take care of each other!
With love, Deb Hunt
Pam Harmon
05/06/2015
Chrissy and Cathy, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom!! She was a good friend and a great Mother. She loved you both with all her heart. I have such good memories of our years together.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you! God keep you and bless you. Love, Pam