‘Cover Stories’ Archives
Adella “Del” Bache Lundeen A Legacy of Service 1925 – 2015
Woman of Extreme Measures An “Operator” Par Excellence BY HARVEY WINJE From the many conversations and stories shared at the Sunday memorial gathering for Del Lundeen, the consistent theme was that Del would always take extreme measures in devotion to family and in service to community. On the other hand, her strong determination, focus of purpose, and resolute appreciation for her own life led her to request no extreme medical measures when her time came to die. Pastor Louise Britt from Messiah Church, introduced the first of several speakers, Tom Lundeen, one of Del”'s three sons, who began by saying their mother had been planning this event for 30 years and was adamant that “no extreme measures” be taken when her “time had come.”  Using fond anecdotes and stories, Tom portrayed their mother”'s extreme zest for life, joy of travel, and commitment she learned from her parents for family, community and [...]
