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- Mrs. Inga Colby nee Orsland was born at Skjold, Norway on March 8, 1848. As an infant she was grafted into Christ in holy baptism and later she was instructed and confirmed. Her childhood and youth were spent in her native land.
In the fall of 1888 she emigrated to the United States. Here she was received by her brother, Mr. Barney Orsland, who then resided near Linn Grove. In the fall of 1894 she was united in marriage to Mr. Thore Colby. It became her duty to mother five children, the youngest of which was three years of age. She proved herself worth of the name Mother: the children all cherished her memory as their real mother.
In the year 1914 she moved to Soo (sic) Rapids, where a new home had been built. Here she resided until her departure from this life. Her husband departed this life on July 31, 1917.
The departed had not been in the best of health for many years. During the past five years, she has been practically an invalid. Her daughter Mae, made her home with the departed during the last years of her life. She very ably and lovingly ministered to her mother’s wants. On August 28th at 1:15 p.m., she passed away peacefully at the age of 83 years, 5 months and 20 days.
The following are left to mourn her departure: Mr. Carl Colby, Linn Grove; Mrs. Alfred Olson and Miss Mae Colby of Sioux Rapids; Mrs. H. A. Wellmerling of Rembrandt and Mrs. H. Carlson of Lansing, Iowa. The deceased came from a large family of children, most of who have gone before. One brother, Erik Orsland and one sister, Mrs. Aasa Borgenvick reside in Norway. There also remains a number of nieces and nephews who cherish her memory.
The departed loves the church of God. She was always in attendance at church services even after she needed assistance to do so. Her place at the communion table was never empty. She spoke little to anyone of her relations to God, but when she spoke she revealed a humble spirit, that felt unworthy of Christ and his Grace. She appreciated the excellent care she received during her helplessness. She said at times, “I am receiving the best of care.” Those who have called her mother, today join in thanking the Lord for the blessings bestowed upon them thru the departed and they also united in blessing her memory as one who has filled a mother’s place in their lives.
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the Lutheran church, Rev. K. G. Hatlen having charge of the services. Interment was made in the Lone Tree Cemetery.
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1884 - 1944 (60 år)
