Visitation: Friday, July 24, 2020, 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, Iowa. NOTE: Social distancing guidelines remain in place, wearing a mask is encouraged.
Services: Saturday, July 25, 2020, 2:00 P.M., Peterson Mortuary, 212 S. Locust Street, Glenwood, Iowa.
Rena Irene (Krull) Mott, 89 of Bellevue, Nebraska formerly of Malvern, Iowa passed away July 20, 2020. She was born May 10, 1931 in Grundy Center, Iowa to Harm Albert and Irene (Bleeker) Krull. Following graduation from high school Rena attended nurses’ training in Marshalltown, Iowa and became a Registered Nurse.
Rena was united in marriage to Clarence Leonard Mott on July 21, 1951 in Des Moines, Iowa. To this union five children were born; Mary, Denise, Laura, LuAnn and David. Rena enjoyed raising her family along with caring for peoples in her long nursing career. She was employed with the V.A. Hospital in Omaha retiring at 68 1/2. Her career continued with On With Life and then filling in as the school nurse in Farragut. She enjoyed gardening, canning, reading, playing bingo and watching America Says on television. The family also took many fishing trips together. When Rena moved to Harmony Court she loved doing crossword puzzles with Flossie. Rena was a longtime member of the Malvern United Methodist Church. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Preceding Rena in passing were her parents, husband, grandson Brandon Henk and granddaughter Adeana Roberts both in 2016, brothers Albert Krull, Harm Krull and John Krull. Survivors include her children Mary Woods of Stanton, Iowa; Denise (Mike) Stevens of Malvern, Iowa; Laura Jen (Herman) Caldwell of Mansfield, Ohio; LuAnn (Steve) Untiedt of Spokane, Washington; David (Bev) Mott of Lakeside, Arizona; 6 grandchildren; Stacy (Travis) Taylor, Aaron (Lisa) Stevens, Bryan Brazeal, Jessica McCain, Christopher (Pam) Markus and Karl Untiedt; 14 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; sisters Harriett Bowen of Reinbeck, Iowa; Dena (Warren) Lindaman of Wellsburg, Iowa; Jane (Jack) Geer of Rockwell, Iowa; Mary Ann (Ernest) Norris of The Villages, Florida; many nieces, nephews, extended relatives and friends.
Interment, Malvern Cemetery, Malvern, Iowa.
Memorials may be made to the family.
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Aunt Rena, I love you so much and will dearly miss you. You were a true inspiration, and a very powerful will of strength. I will always remember and cherish all of our memories we’ve shared together. I will never forget the day we went 2 the Omaha Zoo. It was such a blast. You gave us a personal tour and gave us all the fun details about the zoo. Always, loved seeing your garden, visiting, playing games, and just spending time together. I love you so much. I will forever will be grateful for everything you have taught. #RIPAUNTRENA
Hugs and prayers Aunt Mary, Bryan, Stacy & Travis and the boys
Mary, Denise, Laura, Lu Ann and David,
I am sorry you have lost your mom. She was a warm and kind person, and a very dear friend to my mom. I am glad I knew her. Love, Coleen
Rena was a loving woman that was always generous with her time and support of me and my sons. She was a second Grandma and a supportive friend. I enjoyed our phone calls. She will always be remembered fondly and missed greatly. May God comfort those who mourn.
So sorry to hear this sad news.. Sending our sympathy and prayers
Colleen and Doug
Rena was such an amazing R.N. I had the privilege of working with her at GRC. She was very knowledgeable, caring, and energetic. She helped inspire me to become an R.N. myself. I will always remember her fondly. Prayers.
So very sorry to hear this news. Rena had been such a cheerleader for us this year. Thank you for sharing your dear mother with us.
Sincere sympathy to Denise, Mike and family. Rena was a very strong but caring person and speaking for Genelle and Kurt she was an Angel as a care-giver🙏
We are sending our sympathy to the family of Rena. We enjoyed knowing her for many years.
Rachel, Paul and I were so sad to hear of passing of our dear friend and long time next door neighbor. We loved you so much Rena, and will always remember the impact you had on our lives.
Mary and Family,
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this Difficult time. R.I.P. RENA
Mary, Denise, Laura, LuAnn, and David, My heart goes out to all of you and to your families as well. I know the feeling of loss as we say a final goodbye to someone we so love. I hope you find peace in the truth of your Mom’s salvation. I’m confident She’s had a joyous reunion with your Dad and other’s gone before her. God’s comfort to you and your’s. Is 40:31
Mary, Denise, Laura, LuAnn, and David, My heart aches for each of you, and for your families as well. It’s painful to say a final goodbye to one who was so loved. I hope you will find peace in the truth of salvation. I’m confident that your Mom has had a joyous reunion with your Dad and others who have gone before her. God’s comfort to you and yours. Is 40:31
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My mom (Betty Knight) always enjoyed hearing from Rena and interacting with her.
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