Sept. 1, 1936 – July 23, 2021
Lois Jane Ehlers was born Sept. 1, 1936, to Henry P.C. and Marie (Schultz) Ficken in rural Milford.
She was baptized into God’s family on Sept. 20, 1936, and confirmed April 30, 1950. She graduated from Seward High School in 1953. On Oct. 27, 1957, Lois married Rex E. Ehlers at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in rural Milford. To this union, one son was born, Todd Ehlers. Lois provided day care for many children in the area, especially dear to her were the babies. In her free time, Lois enjoyed quilting, garage sales and baking. Lois passed away July 23, 2021, in Seward, at the age of 84 years, 10 months and 22 days.
She is survived by sister-in-law, Edith (Ewald) Fehlhafer; nephews and nieces; great-nephews and great-nieces and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Marie Ficken; husband, Rex Ehlers; son, Todd Ehlers; brother and sister-in-law, Norman and Ardith Ficken.
The funeral service was July 28 at St. John Lutheran Church in Seward. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the church. Condolences for the family may be left online at www.volzkefuneralhome.com.
