Sally Packer

Sally Packer

September 26, 1936 - January 18, 2021

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Sally A. Packer, 84, of Platteville, Wisconsin, formerly of Worthington and Willmar, Minnesota, died on Monday, January 18, 2021 at her home, with her family by her side. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 22, 20121 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. Memorials may be made to the Sally Parker Memorial Fund, which can be mailed to the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory at PO Box 245, Platteville, WI 53818. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Sally was born on September 26, 1936 in Worthington, MN, daughter of Lawrence and Eva (Collin) Deuth. She attended Worthington Public Schools, graduating in 1954. She was united in marriage to Marvin Packer on January 23, 1955 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Worthington. Sally and Marv lived in Worthington, then moved to Chino Valley, AZ. In 1975 they moved back to Worthington. They lived in Willmar for many years moving to Platteville in 2018. Sally held many various jobs throughout her life working as a bookkeeper. Sally was active member of the First Presbyterian Church, Willmar, where she served as an elder and deacon. She was an an active volunteer, serving as a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader, Habitat for Humanity, Presbyterian Clearwater Forest Camp, Deerwood, MN and Sheldon Jackson College, Sitka, Alaska. She did mission trips also down south. She and Marvin enjoyed traveling especially to see family, camping, fishing trips, golfing. Two of her favorite places were any lake to be on and Sitka, Alaska.

She is survived by her husband, Marvin; children, Jan Wiese of Sioux City, IA; David (Bonnie) Packer of Madison; four grandchildren, Jordan Packer, Dylan (Alexis) Packer, Tyler (Jess) Packer, and Alex(Chelsea) Packer; three great grandchildren, Sequoia, Colton and Kinsley Jo; brothers and sisters, Jim Deuth, Mary Lou Bouchard, Joe (Penny) Deuth, Pat (Michelle) Deuth, Dan Dueth, Brenda Cravo, Nancy (Gary) Kaufold, and Julie Spencer; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son, Joel and brother, Steven Deuth.

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Bill Cramer
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So sorry for your loss, Marv. She will be missed at the Senior Center when we reopen. May you find peace and comfort in your time of grief.
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Barbara And Stan Butolph
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Dear Marvin, Jan, Dave and Family You are all in our hearts and prayers. We grieve with you. I know you have comfort in knowing Sally is in Heaven. She is not hurting any longer, it’s the loved ones who are left that are in pain now, with her being gone. We love you, Barbara and Stan
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Monty Sangl
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So sorry for your loss Marv. I will never forget how Sally and you took us under your wings and help us learn the art of archery. Awesome lady. Blessings for you.
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Gordon Yumibe
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Wish to express the wonderful experiences I had with the Packer family while I grew up in Worthington...Thanking you so much! Gordon Yumibe
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Betty Holinka Schwarzenbach
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Sending thoughts and prayers to you Marv and your family in your loss. Treasure your memories. Peace be with you all. As always, Betty Holinka Schwarzenbach
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Linda Kester Hamilton
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Sally was my aunt; her husband Marvin was my mom Marlene’s older brother. My mom passed a year+ ago. The photo of Sally and I in 2017 might have been the last time I saw her when they visited us as I cared for my mom. Marv and Sally married the year I was born 1955. She has been quite the presence in my life although not so close in miles. My parents traveled often and always visited family on the adventures they took. Sally and Marv visited CA to see Gertie et all and their presence was always comfortable. I love my family... the passing of our senior members is heartbreaking. My heart is with all who share our grief in loss and the hopes for the family’s comfort. Love from Bob and I in Arizona.

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