Edward Bossert • 1921 - 2004

Edward Bossert, 83, Karlsruhe, ND, died Sunday, August 1, 2004, at a Minot hospital.

Edward was born on April 28, 1921, the son of Math and Margaret (Klein) Bossert on the family farm located in Lake Hester Township of McHenry County, rural Karlsruhe, North Dakota. He was raised and educated in Karlsruhe and attended parochial school. As a youngster, he assisted his family with the daily operations of the family farm.

Edward was married to Dorothy Margaret Burckhard on June 20, 1944, in Minot. They rented and worked his uncle's farm in rural Karlsruhe until they purchased the family farm from his mother. Edward was a farmer from childhood right up until the day of his death. Together they raised small grains, livestock, and their eight children. They were very active in the Karlsruhe community. He possessed a great knowledge of the history of the community. It has been said that, "Ed knew everything."

Edward was a member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Karlsruhe. He took great pride in his ability to care for the church equipment and was an active member of the church choir. He was also a member of the Lake Hester Township Board and served as chairman for many years. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus.

Edward's hobbies included fishing, carpentry, electrical and audio skill work. He loved spending time at family gatherings, and especially enjoyed his grandchildren. Sundays were always family day and his love for music carried over to his children. He took a great deal of pride taking care of Dorothy, and he had a great deal of love for the farm, and strong faith in God.

Surviving family includes:
wife of 60 years: Dorothy, Karlsruhe
ch.ildren: James (Carolyn) Bossert of Birmingham, AL; Virginia Odden of Minot; Ted (Bev) Bossert of Phoenix, AZ; Laurence Bossert of Hickory, NC; Betty (Darrell) Heisler of Sedro-Woolley, WA; John Bossert of Karlsruhe; and Carol (Carlos) Cassady of Satellite Beach, FL.
11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren
sisters: Mary Keller of Karlsruhe; Regina Wyszkowski of Milwaukee, WI; Catherine Gefroh of West Linn, OR; Rose Anne Senger and Beata Berndt, both of Portland, OR; Margaret Franta of Hermitage, MO; and Theresa Willey of Casper, WY;
brothers: Leo Bossert of Eugene, OR; and Aloysius Bossert of Garrison, ND; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Edward was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kathleen Bradwisch; and brothers, Adolph and Edwin Bossert.

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, August 6, 2004, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Karlsruhe;

Interment: St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Cemetery, Karlsruhe;

Visitation: Thursday, August 5, 2004, from Noon until 7:00 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot;

Holy Recitation of the Rosary/Prayer Service: Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot;

Celebrant of the Litergies: Father Dan Mrnarevic

Music: Processional Hymn: "Alleluia the Strife Is Over" #410
Offertory Hymn: "I Am the Bread of Life" #445
Communion Hymn: "Maria Zu Lieben" by James Bossert - Accordionist
Recessional Hymn: "How Great Thou Art" #641
Teresa Mosser-Boehm - Organist

Honorary Bearers: Edward's family and friends

Active Bearers: Jerry Odden, Rick Anderson, Ron Gefroh, Joe Klein, Greg Keller Ron Klein

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