Loretta L. Augustine age 95, of Monroe, WI, formerly of Columbus, died on Friday, October 6, 2017. She was born on September 16, 1922 in Athens to Herman and Meta (Woellner) Hardt. She was married to Clarence Augustine on June 12, 1943 in Athens. Most of their married life was spent in a close-knit neighborhood of Chicago where lifelong friendships were made. The couple later built a home in Columbus and spent their retirement years there. Loretta was a homemaker in every sense. She was generous in word and deed. She was also a caregiver and, as such, truly appreciated the care she was given while in failing health. Loretta loved to cook and share meals with others. She always wanted to look her best. Her connections with family and friends were many and lasting. As a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, she loved and trusted in her Lord. Survivors include her son Dallas (Linda) of Argyle and her daughter Nancy (John) Davis of Colorado Springs, CO; five grandchildren Melinda Rice, David (Marie) Augustine, Chris Davis, Heather (John) Billesbach and Mark (Stephanie) Davis; six great grandchildren Keagan and Kaitlin Rice, Cooper and Ketra Augustine, Taylor and Conner Billesbach; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband in 2004; three sisters Hilda Krakowski, Frieda Molnar, Linda Schmitt; a brother Elmer Hardt and her twin brother Lawrence "Butch" Hardt. She was the last surviving sibling and often spoke of re-uniting with them in heaven. A 10:00 A.M. visitation and 11:00 A.M. memorial service was held on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Columbus. Rev. Robert Wilke officiated. Inurnment was in Hillside Cemetery, Columbus.