Elsie Hausman

Elsie Hausman, 97, of Carroll, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at St. Anthony Nursing Home in Carroll, surrounded by her loved ones. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at St. John Paul II Parish – St. Lawrence Church in Carroll, with Fr. Patrick Behm serving as the Celebrant. Elsie’s granddaughters will serve as lectors, while her great-grandchildren will present the offertory gifts. Casket bearers will be David Reis, Zach Hoppe, Sean Martin, Brent Keller, Ben Hausman, and Todd Lathrop. Don Keller will serve as an honorary casket bearer. Elsie will be laid to rest at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Carroll. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Home in Carroll, with a Prayer Service to follow at 7 p.m. Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of Sharp Funeral Home, and online condolences may be left for Elsie’s family at www.sharpfuneral.com. Memorial contributions may be left at the funeral home or church for later designation. Elsie, the daughter of Matt and Philomena (Boes) Thelen, was born on December 11, 1927, in Breda, Iowa. She attended elementary school in Breda and graduated from St. Bernard’s High School. On November 17, 1947, Elsie married Robert Hausman at St. Bernard’s Church in Breda. Together, they began their married life on a farm outside of Halbur, where they raised five children. Elsie cherished entertaining family and friends, golfing, playing cards, and traveling. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family—playing games, sharing laughter, and creating lasting memories. Her beautiful laugh will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. In 1989, Elsie and Robert moved to Carroll. After Robert's passing in 1990, Elsie continued to embrace life with resilience and love for her family. She was an active member of Holy Spirit Church, where her faith played a vital role in her life. Elsie is survived by her five children: Gary (Dorothy) Hausman of Hendersonville, North Carolina; Dan Hausman of Merritt Island, Florida; Vicki Keller of Carroll; Keith (Ruth) Hausman of Windsor Heights; and Randy (Raylene) Hausman of Lake City. She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, three sisters: Myra Stangl of Carroll, Jan Overgaard of Hendersonville, North Carolina, and Nancy (Dave) Pudenz of Auburn; and two brothers: Alan (Louella) Thelen of Carroll and Wayne (Sarah) Thelen of Marble Falls, Texas. Elsie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Hausman; her parents; Robert's parents, Anne and Christ Hausman; her daughter-in-law, Colleen Hausman; and her siblings: Merlin, Roger, Lenus, Delmar Thelen, and Lois Vogt. Elsie’s warmth, kindness, and joyful spirit touched the lives of many. Her family and friends will forever cherish the memories they shared with her.

Elsie Hausman

December 11, 1927 - March 16, 2025