Edith Badger Lorenzen

Hyrum – Edith Lorenzen passed away peacefully at Sunshine Terrace on Saturday, November 14, 2009. She was 93 years old. Edith was born April 17, 1916 in Sebastopol, California, her home town, where she was raised, married, had 4 children, and where she remained until age 91. She then came to Hyrum, Utah to live with her daughter, Jan Cavanagh. Edith has 3 sons: Ken Williams, Gary Williams and Dan Williams. She married Ted Lorrenzen in 1947 and they remained a devoted husband and wife for over 52 years. Edith was preceded in death by her loving son Gary, in 1996 and her wonderful husband Ted, in 1998. Edith's parents, Ester Holmsteadt and Joseph Badger were pioneers who settled in California in the late 1800's. Edith has a twin brother, Paul Badger and 4 deceased brothers: Robert Badger, Joseph Badger, Melvin Badger and Stanley Badger. Edith loved to laugh, dance, garden, ride horses, play the piano and sing. She always enjoyed her family and friends. She has 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Edith would want to thank all of the staff at Sunshine Terrace's "Memory Lane" for the wonderful care they provided during the last few months of her life. Edith will be dearly missed by all. A memorial service will be held at a later date in California. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com .