Peacefully on August 27, 2004.  Survived by husband, Spencer; children Chris (Sarah) Ritzen and Kelly (Doug) von Riper; grandchildren, Sally & Walt; parents, Ben & Margaret Novotny; sisters, Rose (Terry) Schmitz & Margy (Scott) Henry.  Also by other loving relatives and friends.  Funeral service 11 AM Monday, August 30, at White Funeral Home (Hwy. 50) Lakeville.  Visitation one hour pior to the service.