Margaret D. Hill, age 93 of Strum, passed away at the Osseo Hospital on August 27, 2024, following a brief illness. Margaret was born September 4, 1930, the only child of Theodore (Ted) and Marie (Christianson) Eide, on their farm in Bruce Valley near Strum.
Margaret was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Strum. She attended the brick school in Bruce Valley for her first eight years, transitioning on to Whitehall Memorial High School. She married Wayne Hill in December 1952; the couple later divorced. While living in Eau Claire, Margaret was employed by Luther Hospital, Water Street restaurant, and the Left Guard restaurant. She then worked for the Dunn County Health Care Center until she returned to Strum in 1984 where she resided until the time of her death. Margaret enjoyed decorating cakes, as well as doing beautiful needlework. She loved being surrounded by flowers and plants and watching the birds in her yard.
Margaret was a faithful member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, and in the past few years was grateful to still be a part of the service through their livestreaming when she could no longer attend in person. She also enjoyed the Bruce Valley Church, helping with their annual dinners for over 30 years and attending special services there whenever possible.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She is survived by her cat Oliver, who has been her constant companion for over 12 years, several cousins, and a host of friends who brought her much joy in life.
Margaret will be remembered for her quick wit and sense of humor.
The family would like to thank Pastor Terry Lorenz for his many prayers and visits; the dedicated and caring staff at the Osseo hospital, especially Chaplain Tracy for her spiritual support throughout Margaret’s stay; and all the people who have seen to Margaret’s care and needs over the past several years.
Funeral service for Margaret will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Strum, with The Reverend Terry Lorenz presiding. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery, Strum, immediately following the service.
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