Edna "Midge" Bromgard

Death date: May 8, 2004

Midge, a long time resident of Steilacoom, died May 8, 2004 at the age of 90. She is survived by 4 daughters: Barbara (Al) Smith (WA), Iris Taylor (OR), Sharon (Al) Shadder (OR), Joy Schneider (WA); 18 grandchildren, and 36 great- Read Obituary

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Peter Michael

328w ago

When I first came to USA from India, Midge was the first American Lady who opened her house to me and took me under her wing as one of the kids who spent many evenings watching TV and eating the goulash she made for us. I will never forget her or Ben, they took me to picnics in Pilchuck, Fishing and Ocean Shores in their big Cadillac. The good times I had with her and her family, carrying her daughter Joy on my shoulders when she had a hurt leg walking down to the Steilacoom Post Office or hanging out at the Docks. I can never thank her or Ben enough for the welcome they gave to a foreigner who had no one here. Thank you Midge and Ben for being there, you will never be forgotten.

Anonymous

1114w ago

Mike truly believes the only reason he survived to adulthood was that Midge and Ben were a safe harbor in the tumultuous years of his teens. He also thinks they kept half the county out of juvinile hall. He has only fond memories of his stays at the Bromgard home. I was fortunate enough to have met Ben and Midge a few times over the years, and am thankful for their intervention in Mike's life.
Mike and Marian Stier##imported-begin##Michael##imported-end##

Anonymous

1115w ago

My heartfelt condolences to Joy, Amye, Aryn, Lance and the rest of Midge's family. Midge will always have a very special place in my memory and my heart, for her goodness and kindness were above the ordinary. I remember it was 1993, and coming up from San Diego, I was really looking forward to seeing Midge again, at a picnic at Sunnyside. Midge said to me "Do you remember, I used to tell you to behave or I'd have to spend you!"...Well yes, I did remember! What a sense of humor she had, to go with that twinkle in her eye! I recently was able to see Midge one final time, and I was pleasantly surprised to see that, even at age 90, she was still spunky and friendly, and as darling as ever!
One of my favorite memories of Midge and Ben is that they included me in camping trips in the Olympics when I was young. I always had a great time! Joy and I would color in Barbie books. Midge and Ben would have to judge whose coloring was the best! Of course, they could tell who colored which pictures and graciously alternated the winner between Joy and me!
I was always welcome at their house, as was everyone who crossed their threshold. Believe me Midge, when I say you were one in a million and this girl will never forget you! Bless you for being you!##imported-begin##Penny (Stansifer) McQuaid##imported-end##

Anonymous

1116w ago

I remember Midge as a volunteer at the Steilacoom Senior Center when it first opened. I was the acting Director the first 6 months of opening the doors, until the position was advertised and a more qualified applicant was awarded the position. Midge was one of over 30 volunteers that operated the Center I was the only paid staff in those early months. We were able to facilitate many clubs, classes, events and rentals. Midge was so dedicated with her committments and was very conscientous about her "work". Despite our age difference (48yrs), she and I made close friends. I was able to visit her at her home a few times. She also attended my Wedding in 1984.
It was an honour to know Midge she will be missed greatly.
Sincerely,
Glennis Brodie##imported-begin##Glennis (Young) Brodie##imported-end##

Anonymous

1116w ago

Midge Bromgard to me:
Was a person of warmth and quality.
As a young teen I met Midge through her daughter Joy, and for 34 Years my memories of Midge grace my soul; my first perceptions of Midge that I liken to a safe harbor in which boats can take shelter from the dangers on the sea of life.. The metaphorical harbor is the way Midge would grace, alongside her husband Ben. their house was a safe and organized sanctuary; of care, love and activity, setting each ship in its allotted place.
Midge of whom kindly used her intuition more than logic made us better people because she believed in you, therefore you believed in you, which helped me gather the esteem in dealing with the challenges of life. Midge would use her nurturing instincts to care for and protect many of her daughterâ€™s friends and family. Midge was the subtle example of patience and understanding and a person of constant affection. As an unassuming luminary she would always believe in you and see the good in everyone and camp out on the good rather than dispraise the negative from a pedestal. Her calm discipline was a note that her daughter Joy was to be a person of respect, and I have always remembered her sincere dedication to the plight of the disadvantaged.
I miss my Ã‚â€œdouble solitaireÃ‚â€ pal. We all feel greater for have known Midge Bromgard.
Peace to you Midge as you join your husband Ben, of whom you referred to often as: Ã‚â€œMa Honey.Ã‚â€ Thank you for my memories of you Midge.
Russ Harris
Ventura, CA##imported-begin##Russ Harris##imported-end##

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