Sat. Nov. 1, 2008, Age 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Wallace J. Abelt. Cherished mother of Larry (Diana) Abelt, Diane (Lee) Wagner and Karen (Bob) Swinko. Dear grandmother of Larry Jr., Lloyd (Debby), Lori (Jim), Tammy (Dave), Donna (Rob), Todd (Jolene), Dawn and Rich (Carol). Further survived by 15 great-grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home FRI., Nov. 7, 2008 from12 Noon – 2 PM. Funeral services at 2 PM. Entombment to follow at Forest Home Cemetery. Verna was a member of the Red Hat Society in Peoria, Arizona. If desired, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 So. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322