Gwen Denise Bilderback passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on March 25th, 2025.
She was born on January 19th, 1957 to Charles and Diane (Piercefield) Bilderback in Wabasha. She grew up in Kenyon and attended Kenyon-Wanamingo Schools. She took part in various jobs including painting bridges, home daycare, Midwest Importers, Human Resources and Health Care. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, canning, thrifting and always made time for entertaining her friends and family. She was also known as an excellent decorator, some even called her the “Minnesota Martha Stewart.” Her favorite place to be was somewhere tropical with white sandy beaches. She really enjoyed watching her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren grow.
She is survived by her husband Al Alger. Daughters Randi (Donald) Cloud. Jessie (Jody) Stock, Cassie (Rob) Robinson. Grandchildren Kendra (Zach) Aebly, Felix (Alexis) Agyeman, Ethan (Megan) Schultz, Jordan Stock, Ryanna and Ally Alms, Desiree (John) Menken, Morgan Robinson. Great grandchildren Violet & Hattie, Jayce and Josiah. Siblings Kim Bien (Wyatt), Thomas Bilderback and Roxanne (Cris) Powers.
She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Diane and her siblings Michael, Christine and Leif.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2nd St. Pub, 219 N. 2nd St, Goodhue MN 55027 from 2pm-5pm on April 5th, 2025.
Love and sympathy, to you, Cassie, and all of your family.
So sad and sorry to hear. I worked with Gwen at The Red Wing Health Center. Prayers to All. ✝️
Rest in peace Gwen.
So sorry to hear of Gwens passing. She was a beautiful soul who loved life to the fullest. The class of 75 will miss her deeply
When we were younger we both had ALOT of fun.. She made the best Tuna fish and toast sandwiches. She was a great person. She will be missed. Always friends..!
Sorry to hear of Gwen’s passing. I remember the class reunion her and I were in charge of had such a great time working with her. So full of life RIP Gwen❤️
Our prayers and condolences are with you during this difficult time.
Oh! Our sympathies and prayers to Gwen’s dear family! She was always a kind soul, and I enjoyed reconnecting through FB! God give you all comfort and His peace. Bens (Juli Benson McCarlson, Webster SD)
I am so sorry, heaven sure is lucky. So many fun memories from the RWHC days, hugs and love to all of you, the world just got a little less fun.
So so sorry for the family!
Fond memories of the family at the campgrounds. Great times at the campgrounds! She always had a plan and FUN. You touched our hearts at the Johnson RV Park!
Rest well
Wayne and Deb Johnson
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gwen was a beautiful and caring lady. May she rest in peace