Audrey Ann Tigges

Sibley, Iowa

Audrey Tigges, beloved mother, family member, and friend, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the age of 77.

A funeral service celebrating Audrey’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Jurrens Funeral Home in Sibley, with Pastor Ben Unseth officiating. Burial will follow at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Little Rock, Iowa.

Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home on Thursday, October 29th.

Audrey was born on August 19th, 1949, to Henry and Inez Broesder. She spent her childhood in Boyden, Iowa. On October 30th, 1970, she was united in marriage to Duane Tigges of Peterson, Iowa. From this marriage, two children were born: Eric and Heidi. They made their home in Sibley, Iowa where they owned and operated Tigges Jewelry for many years. Audrey also spent time working at Jim’s Bake Shop where she made lifelong friends. In 2022, Audrey moved to Cobble Creek in Sheldon where she enjoyed hassling the staff and making a whole new set of friends.

Audrey was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who lived life with a personality all her own. She was funny, feisty, and never afraid to speak her mind. She had a way of making people laugh, bringing her own special spark into a room, and leaving behind stories that her family and friends will continue to share for years to come. If you knew Audrey, you likely have a story about her that still brings a smile to your face.

Family was an important part of Audrey’s life. She cherished the time spent with loved ones. Especially her grandchildren. She leaves behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, lessons, and moments that will be carried in the hearts of those who loved her. Her feisty spirit and sense of humor were part of what made her special, and the stories of her quick wit and unforgettable personality will live on through the generations.

Though Audrey is no longer with us, the memories she leaves behind and the love she gave will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

Audrey is survived by her son, Eric (Cindy) of Spencer, IA, daughter Heidi (Jamie) Blochowitz of Little Rock, IA, grandchildren Paige (Zach) Clark of Little Rock, IA, Brady (Taylor) Blochowitz of Rushmore MN, Colten Blochowitz of Little Rock, IA, Trey (Taylor) Blochowitz of Little Rock, IA, Connor (Rachel) Tigges of Spencer, IA, Reid Tigges of St Cloud, MN. 7 great-grandchildren, and other loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Henry & Inez Broesder, a brother Ronald Broesder, and a sister Marlys Matthiesen.

May she rest in God’s peace, forever loved and never forgotten.