Verna was born on November 9, 1926 to Edward Sr. and Anna
(Steen) Leader in the township of Browning. She attended Frey School in the
township of Browning. She married Leland Jochimsen on January 4, 1945 at Sacred
Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville; he preceded her in death on September 9,
1997.
Verna worked at Hurds for 25 and was a housewife; she retired
in 1992. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, camping, and spending time
with family.
Verna is survived by her children, Ruth Messman of
Dorchester, Allen (Jackie) Jochimsen of Monroe, and Dale (Sandy) Jochimsen of
Medford; 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 4
great-great-grandchildren. Verna is further survived by her brother, Edward
(Connie) Leader Jr. of Birchwood and sister, Carol (Harold) Henrichs of Medford.
In addition to her husband and parents, Verna is preceded in
death by her son Jerry Jochimsen; son-in-law David Messman; brother, Marvin
(Mary Ann) Leader and sister, Marlene (Lester) O’Brien.
Cremation rites have been accorded and a private family
service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Verna’s name may be
made to Hope Hospice.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the
family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com
