Marsha Zahl, age 61, of Erskine, MN died Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Pioneer Memorial Care Center in Erskine.

Marsha Ann Zahl was born on April 22, 1951 in Crookston, MN to parents, Marvin and Arlene Zahl. She was a very special gift that God trusted them to take care of for Him. She was such a happy, loving child and remained that all of her life. Although Marsha couldn't talk, you could feel her love by her expressions and excitement. She loved music, small children, animals, and of course all those who cared for her needs. Since 1976, Marsha has attended the East Polk County DAC in Fosston and that was such a big part of her life. The care and attention she received was overwhelming. God bless those people who dedicate their lives to helping our loved ones that have special needs. Her home has been at the Pioneer Memorial Care Center. Her family cannot praise the workers there enough for all they have done for her. Marsha truly was happy there.

Marsha is survived by and will be missed by her two sisters, Patty (John) Morrison of Erskine and Renae (Regan) Rohl of Fargo, ND; her brother, Kevin Zahl of Winger; nine nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00PM on Monday, October 15, 2012 at Gosen Lutheran Church, rural Winger, MN. Pastor Gary Johnson will officiate. Pastor Gary and Lois Johnson and Carol Stordahl will provide music. Serving as pallbearers will be Adam Bergman, Brendan Morrison, John Morrison II, Tom Deacon, Grant Gagner, Amy Deacon, Ashley Gagner, Janelle Morrison, Alicia Morrison, Karina Morrison, and Courtney Bergman. Honorary bearers will be all of the staff of the East Polk County DAC and Pioneer Memorial Care Center. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral on Monday. Burial will be in Gosen Lutheran Cemetery.