DEATHS

AND OBITUARIES

Edna Backhus

Services for Edna Marie Backhus, 90, who died Sept. 2 at St. Luke Living Center in Marion, were Saturday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Tampa.

Born July 16, 1935, in Tampa to William and Lydia (Galliart) Rhode, she married Paul Backhus on Jan. 25, 1953. He died in 2021.

Also preceding her in death were sisters Ophelia Jacobson and Phyllis Mueller.

Survivors include son Brad Backhus of Tampa, daughter Bev Reid of Marion, two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial has been established with the church. Jost Funeral Home, Hillsboro, was in charge of arrangements.