Died Sunday March 10, 2019 at Dunklau Gardens in Fremont
Harold was born April 14, 1925 to Lars and Julia Retland in Adams County, Iowa. He was raised on the farm and continued working there until he married Verna Wilkie on November 25, 1951. After their marriage, Harold continued to farm in the area until moving to Fremont in the late 1950's. While in Fremont he worked as a finish carpenter, then as an electrician until he retired. In retirement Harold enjoyed woodworking, and also traveled back to Iowa to the family farm to work.
Survivors:
Wife Verna of Fremont
Daughters Pam (Gary) Pettitt of Fremont
Linda (Chuck) Cochrane of Elkhorn
Grandchildren Rachel (Parker) Albaugh, Sydney and Cameron Cochrane
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and a sister.
Visitation will be Friday, March 15 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel beginning at 10am with a graveside service at Memorial Cemetery at 11am.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(6)
Charles and Ruby Curtsinger
McKinney, TX Wednesday, March 13, 2019 To the family of Harold Retland.We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Harold. He was my last living Uncle. Our prayers and sympathy are with you.
Chuck & Ruby Curtsinger
McKinney, TX Wednesday, March 13, 2019 To the families of Verna Mae, Pam, and LindaWe are so sorry about Harold. Our thoughts and prayers are definitely with you. He was my last living Uncle. In fact, there are only two aunts still living. Our
Chuck & Ruby Curtsinger
McKinney, TX Wednesday, March 13, 2019 To the families of Verna Mae, Pam, and LindaWe are so sorry about Harold. Our thoughts and prayers are definitely with you. He was my last living Uncle. In fact, there are only two aunts still living. Our
Larry and Beverley Clausen and Susan (clausen) Rector
Fremont, NE Wednesday, March 13, 2019 So sorry to here about Harold's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Annette Kay Remshard (Vesely)
Spokane Valley, WA Wednesday, March 13, 2019 My thoughts and prayers for the loss of Harold. I remember spending time with Linda as a child, and your parents very kindly. They were both good examples as parents, and remain kindly in my memories.john keene
Fremont, NE Tuesday, March 12, 2019 My sincere condolences on the passing of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers