Edna Margaret Hagen, 51

Edna Margaret Hagen, 51, passed away of natural causes Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at her residence in Kalispell. She was born April 9, 1957, in Sandpoint, Idaho, to David C. and Mae (Stevenson) Svinth.

Edna always felt proud to be called a true Idaho spud and was nicknamed "Little Bit." The loving wife of Curtis Dean Hagen, Curtis affectionately called her "Honey" and she was a mother of numerous children, experiencing loss in childbirth.

She had a warm heart and was caring and kind to all, despite her fight for 17 years with disabilities, ailments, surgeries and difficulties of different medical natures. Her interests included traveling, and watching and helping others grow spiritually for Jesus. She enjoyed watching TV, especially detective shows, friends and coffee at Mike's Syke's in Kalispell, and playing with her Labrador puppy. She was talented and gifted in poetry, and belonged to national societies. Edna loved collectibles such as dolls and she enjoyed framing pictures. Edna would want everyone to respect each other and love and be kind this holiday season to others less fortunate, because "her zest and zeal for heaven is granted before God, and Triune He is."

Edna was preceded in death by her father, David C. Svinth, in 1988.

She is survived by her husband, Curtis Dean Hagen, of Kalispell; and a brother, David B. Svinth, of Kalispell.

"Blessings to everyone at this difficult time, and our sincere wishes and thanks to everyone from the Hagen family."

Mass of Christian Burial for Edna will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19, at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, with Father Vic Langhans as celebrant. Interment will be afterward at Glacier Memorial Gardens.

The family would request donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 3203 Third Ave. N., Suite 203, Billings, MT 59101-1945.

Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for Edna's family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com. to offer condolences and sign Edna's guest book.