Margaret Ione Rounds, 96, of Valparaiso, IN formerly of Grand Rapids, MN passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024. She was born May 23, 1928, in Crookston, MN to Edwin & Clara (Torgerson) Sjol and graduated from Fosston High School. Margaret made her career as a passionate elementary teacher for 42 years, most of which were at Southwest Elementary School in Grand Rapids having taught three generations of some families. She was an active member of Christ Lutheran Church and their Priscilla group in Valparaiso and although she may have missed worship services recently, appointments with her hairdresser were attended to religiously. Margaret embraced the joy of gardening.
On Auguust 9, 1953 she married Byron Eggen who preceded her in death in January of 1976, in 1987 she married K. Patrick Rounds who preceded her in death in March of 2008. Survivors include her daughter, Karen Eggen (Don Cempel) of Valparaiso, IN, step-children; Keven Rounds, Greg (Barb) Rounds & Shawn (Lyda) Rounds all of Minnesota, grandchildren; Joseph Cempel & Daniel (Samantha) Cempel, step-grandchildren; Jonathan (Alyson) Sharpe & Mason Rounds, and a great grandson, Freddie Sharpe. She was also preceded in death by her parents and one son, Mark Eggen in 2017.
A memorial service will be held Friday, June 14th, 11:00 am at Christ Lutheran Church, 2610 Campbell St., Valparaiso, with visitation beginning at 10:30 am. A luncheon at church will immediately follow the service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church. Live streaming of the memorial service will be available through Christ Lutheran Church, and you may acquire the access code by calling the church at 219-462-6660.
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I was so sorry to read of Margaret’s passing. She was such a fun, loving lady! I loved hearing her laugh! She was always so positive and always made me smile when I was around her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you remember her and celebrate her great life. Warmly, -Laura Webb
So sorry for your loss of your wonderful mother.. she was such a beautiful and sweet person. I miss her as a special friend ..love to all her family. May she rest in peace. -Mary Ann Williams
Only in God is there fullness of joy. Margaret showed that joy. She always had a smile on her face making sure I didn't need or want anything. She always had such a positive attitude and looked on "the bright" side of all situations. She was faithful to our Priscilla bible study until it just became too difficult to see the text and follow our discussion. She will be missed. We loved you Margaret. -Kathy Lundstrom
