Myrtle Frances Jergenson, age 88 of Monticello, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 8, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born March 18, 1934 in Bangor Township, the daughter of James and Olive (Albert) McDougle.

Myrtle grew up in Sedan, MN, and completed the 10th grade from Sedan High School, and proudly obtained her GED at the age of 55! She began cooking for thrashing crews on her family’s farm, and that expanded to her career of working in various cooking capacities.

At the age of 16, Myrtle met the love of her life, Stanton Jergenson, while working on her family owned switchboard. They were married on October 7, 1950, celebrating 60 years of blissful marriage before Stanton’s passing on November 8, 2010.

Myrtle enjoyed traveling and hiking in the mountains with her husband, crocheting and knitting -making an angel Christmas tree topper for all of her family, word search puzzles, and spending time with her family.

She was a faithful member of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Monticello and loved her church family very much.

She was a spiritual and kind individual, who was always available when you needed her. Myrtle’s caring nature, and everlasting hugs will be missed by all.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Stanton Jergenson; parents, James and Olive McDougle; infant daughter, Cynthia Jergenson; son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Pamela Jergenson; granddaughter, Kari Bender; great-grandson, Eli Lauermann; 2 brothers; and 8 sisters.

Myrtle is survived by her children, Monica (Guy) Wakeman, Vivian (Duane) Bender, Danny (Brenda) Jergenson, Craig (Bev) Jergenson; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, James McDougle, Johnny (Carol) McDougle; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A special thank you to Good Shepherd Canary Creek Wing and Moments Hospice for the loving care they gave to Myrtle.

A funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at 11:00 AM, with visitation one hour prior, at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 9300 Jason Ave NE, Monticello, MN. Burial at Riverside Cemetery in Monticello.

Serving the family is Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel of Monticello, MN. 763-295-2918. www.peterson-grimsmochapel.com.