Bub Anglin
November 22, 1922 ~ March 3, 2010
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2010 at St. Liborius Catholic Church in Polo with Father Chester Murtha officiating. Burial followed in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Polo with military honors. Visitation was held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Friday, March 5, 2010 at Reck Funeral Home in Miller followed by a 7:00 p.m. wake service at the church in Polo.
On November 22, 1922, Tom and Frances were blessed with their fourth child, Alvin William “Bub” Anglin. Aileen, Jim, and Ethel could not have been more pleased with a brother. Alvin was so happy to have Sel, Lollie, Harley and Tom later joining the family. All of the children had chores daily, but there was always time for a game of baseball. Their teams consisted of Jim, Bub, and Sel against Lee, Cal, and Mel.
Bub graduated from Hand County Public grade school in Polo in 1936, and continued on to graduate from Fairview High School in Polo in 1940. After graduating, he worked for his father and various farmers in the area until he joined the Navy in 1945 and was honorably discharged in August of 1946.
He met and married Lucille Wernsmann, the love of his life, May 31, 1949. This union was blessed with eight children: Lois, Eileen, Marion, Barbara, Larry, Janet, JoAnn, and Ed.
After they married, Bub still had a great love of baseball. He was a regular on the Polo ball team for many years until the size of his growing family made it impossible for Lucille to watch the children when Bub played. So, baseball playing came to an end except for an occasional game with his children.
He was a farmer all of his life. The hard times, like in April of 1976 when their daughter JoAnn passed suddenly, taught Bub and Lucille to appreciate the good times even more.
Bub was a member of the Polo School Board for at least 20 years, and he believed everyone should have to serve at least one term on a school board. He was also a very active member of the National Farmers Organization. He was a member of Orient Legion Post #178 1947-1955, then the Polo Legion Post #299 in 1956 where he remained a lifetime member. He joined the Miller VFW in 1976 and remained a lifetime member. He was a member of Polo’s Catholic Order of Foresters.
As the home nest emptied Bub and Lucille had more time to visit family and friends. If someone they knew was in the hospital, the Anglin’s were sure to be one of the first ones to visit. They were always sure to send cards to everyone.
Bub and Lucille always made sure to celebrate their anniversary in a special way.
On August 5, 2005, Lucille passed away. Bub moved to Miller Plaza. He enjoyed socializing at coffee time daily at Apco. In April of 2007, Bub moved in with his son Larry and family, where he resided until his death.
Bub is survived by his children: Lois (Jack) Zens of Rapid City, Eileen (Tom) Wilson of Callaway, Neb., Marion (Dave) Moeller of Redfield, Barbara (Leon) Kolda of Polo, Larry (Leonda) Anglin of Miller, Janet (Brian) Erdman of Omaha, Neb., and Ed (Cheryl) Anglin of Sioux Falls; 22 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and two brothers: Harley Anglin of Miller and Tom (Fran) Anglin of Polo.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lucille; daughter, JoAnn; two brothers: Jim and Sel; and three sisters: Aileen, Lollie, and Ethel.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Bub's arrangements.
MINSTER
Father Chester Murtha
CASKETBEARERS: Grandsons
Jesse Zens
Adam Wilson
Matthew Wilson
Wayne Moeller
Blake Kolda
Drew Kolda
Lee Kolda
Tyler Kolda
Damon Anglin
Wyhett Anglin
Aric Erdman
Garret Anglin
HONORARY CASKETBEARERS: Granddaughters
Andrea Zens
Stephanie Anderson
Erica Wilson
Ashley Wilson
Tina Carlson
Kailah Anglin
Denaeh Anglin
Terrah Erdman
Miah Erdman
Caitlyn Anglin
USHERS
Steve Anglin
Joe Sprenger
ALTAR SERVERS
Natalee Kolda
Nathan Kolda
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Ken Schaefer
Mike Anglin
PLACING OF THE PALL
Larry Anglin
Ed Anglin
GIFT BEARERS
Lois Zens
Eileen Wilson
Marion Moeller
Barbara Kolda
Janet Erdman
ORGANIST
Jo Ann Schaefers
MUSICIANS
Trixie Schletcher
"Beyond the Sunset"
St. Liborius Choir
MUSICAL SELECTIONS
"Sing with All the Saints in Glory"
"Prayer of St. Francis"
"Song of Farewell"
"On Eagle's Wings"
INTERMENT
Mt. Calvary Cemetery
Polo, South Dakota
Full Military Honors
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I wish I could be there, but I send my love and prayers long distance. Uncle Bub was very special and he will be missed by so many of us.
Love,
Marina
Our condolences go out to the Anglin family during this time of sorrow.
Bub was a great man. He is one of the last of a dying breed. He worked hard all his life to raise his family and to make this part of South Dakota what it is today. He WILL be missed by all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of Bubs family members. He was a very special Uncle. He is once again united with aunt Lucille and Joann. May all your special memories of him get you through this very difficult time.
Uncle Bub was a guy who always had a funny comment for you to make you laugh. He was a great asset to the Polo community. Our sympothies go out to all the family. Jim & Sharon
When I think of Bub, I remember how he laughed: he would kind of hitch up his shoulders and snort. I think he was the first person I ever met with a tattoo! He and Lucille raised great kids and he is receiving his well deserved rest. He will be missed.
God Bless Uncle Bub. May the peace of the lord be with him now and forever.
Our sincerest sympathies to all of Bub’s family.
Love & Prayers,
Dick & Annie
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Bub’s passing, but now he is truly at peace. Whenever I think of him I always remember his laugh and his quick sense of humor. My condolences to all of you.
Anglin Family; So sorry to hear of the loss of Bub. I always enjoyed talking to him when he came into the store, and after he quit farming. He always seemed to know me and had something to say. Keep the memories in your heart and they will help you through this time. God Bless Bub.
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to all of Bub’s family. He was a very kind and warm-hearted man. I always enjoyed visiting with him. He will truly be missed.
God Bless,
Deb Wilson
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. We sure enjoyed visiting with him over the years.
Thinking of you,
The Gnat’s
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at the loss of Bub I will always remember his friendliness and smile
Walt & Carolyn
I’m sorry I could not be there to say goodbye to Uncle Bub in person. I will always remember him with a smile on his face and something humerous to say! Now he will be with his family in heaven. May your happy memories ease your pain at this sad time. God bless! Deb Peterson, Jim and Sam.
Sorry to hear about the loss of a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories and find warmth with them.
Brian, Tabatha, Danae, Tucker, and Alexias Duxbury