Vera Klopfenstein

Vera (Greenup) Klopfenstein, 81, went home to be with Jesus and her husband, Harold, on April 11, 2011. She was born and raised in rural Snohomish. Vera lived her life in Washington, most recently in Edmonds. She will be missed by her 7 children, 11 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and her sister Elva (Orrin) Hall of Port Orchard.

Vera loved life and her favorite activities included gardening, road trips, women’s Bible studies, participating in writing class (she even got published!), and keeping up with numerous Facebook friends. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

In her later years those times became especially meaningful to her, and she was known for her hospitality and the way she could make anyone feel welcome in her home.

She leaves a huge hole in the lives of her family and friends, but we take comfort in knowing we will see her in heaven.

Vera and her family support Displaced Orphans International, and we request that in lieu of flowers or gifts, donations be made directly in her name at www.displacedorphans.com.

Her Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Aurora Church of the Nazarene, 1900 N. 175th St, Shoreline, Wash.