Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh of Harlan, Iowa, whose life came to an end on June 13, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ethel Eileen Defenbaugh or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Ethel Eileen is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Ethel Eileen's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She is survived by: her sons, Bill Defenbaugh of Harlan, IA and Dan Defenbaugh (Val) of Altoona, IA; her grandchildren, Megan Defenbaugh, Molly Defenbaugh, Alex Defenbaugh, Jordan Silver (Tim) and Ryan Defenbaugh; and her great grandchildren, Amelia and Alice Silver. She is also survived by other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 16th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, June 16th 2025 at 1:00 PM. A burial will be held on Monday, June 16th 2025 from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM.