Marguerite Gugisberg

marguerite gugisberg

Marguerite Lucille Gugisberg, age 95, of Fargo, North Dakota passed away on November 6, 2012. For the past year she was a resident at Villa Maria of Fargo, ND and peacefully died while under the care of Hospice and the caregivers of Villa Maria.

Marguerite was born on January 25, 1917 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her parents, Peder and Anna Marie Nielsen were immigrants from Denmark and she was the 13th of 14 children. She graduated from North High School in Minneapolis and married Floyd Gugisberg in Gibbon, MN on February 14, 1946 after he returned from World War II. They were married for fifty one years until Floyd’s death in 1997. During their married life, she lived in Minneapolis, MN; Devils Lake, ND; Aberdeen, SD; and Golden Valley, MN.

She had a busy career as a homemaker, piano teacher, children’s choir director, pianist , and soprano soloist in many of her church choirs. Those who heard her beautiful voice would only be in awe and compare her to well known opera singers of her time. Her kitchen was known for the continuous Danish treats prepared from her mother’s recipes and the volumes of homemade donuts and cinnamon rolls served to her children’s friends. Her work career centered around food preparation with the Devils Lake School Hot Lunch program, where she was known to serve generous helpings to the football players.

Marguerite loved working in her church activities. She was a member of the Lutheran church in her communities and was a devoted choir director for the children’s choirs. She loved being a member of the local music clubs.

She is survived by her son Peter Gugisberg and his wife Ellen of St. Augustine, FL; daughter Susan  Izant and husband Steve of Crownsville, MD; son David Buzzelle and wife Dianne of Plymouth, MN; five grandchildren, Paula Tracy, Lara York, Jon Gugisberg, Leonard Buzzelle, and Jennifer Buzzelle and eight great-grandchildren. Marguerite was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and her 13 brothers and sisters.

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  1. Jackson MN
    I was sad to read the obituary, that Marguerite had passed away. I was Activity Director when she lived at Evergreens Assisted Living in Fargo. I enjoyed her tremendously. She was a wonderful woman, who I have many great memories of. My sympathy to the family.

  2. West Fargo North Dakota
    The times I spent with Marguerite are very treasured. She was a very positive and fun person. We had some good laughs and loved to share about her friend Adeline. May she rest in peace. Blessing to the family.

    Mary Kay W
    Hospice volunteer

  3. Fargo, N DDeae Ellen ,Peter and family. Your mother’s obituary was full of love for Marguerite. She lived a full, busy life and was well loved. Our sympathy in your loss. Sharon, Roman Rezac and family

  4. Fargo Peter and Family:
    I don’t know if you remember me, I’m Claire Simpson’s youngest son. I’d like to express my sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother.

  5. Eau Claire WIAn earthly angel is now a heavenly angel. Grangel is beautiful inside and out.
    Thinking of you,
    Maureen

  6. Fargo, ND
    Peter, my sympathy to you and your family. I recall memories you shared with me about your mother when we worked together. May your memories include the sound of her voice and the comfort it brought you. God Bless.


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