Maureen E. Wick
February 17, 1940 - March 14, 2010

"Dear Mom, Cannot believe it's been five years...I want you to know I think about you everyday. Brigitte and Connor are growing up so fast. We miss you so much! We keep all of our memories close to our heart."

"Merry Christmas Mom! Missing you each day. Love, Kelly"

"Happy Mother's Day Mom! Love you always. Memories are forever etched in my heart. Until we meet again, thank you for being my guardian angel. We all miss you...Connor told me last week "that he wished you and Oma could have lived forever". I wished the same and know someday we will be reunited."

"Happy Easter Mom! Thinking of you on this joyous day and wishing you were with me. Kelly xo (I miss you)"

"Mom, I can't believe it's been two years. I love you and miss you. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Kelly xo"

"Mom, We are sad within our memory, Lonely are our hearts today, For you are the one we loved so dearly You were called away. We think of you in silence No eye may see us weep, But many silent tears are shed When others are asleep. Happy Birthday Mom! I love you, Kelly"

"Dear Mom, Missing you this New Year's Day...as a new year begins, it reminds me of how much you are missed and loved. Rest in Peace. Love, Kelly xo"

"Merry Christmas Mom, This will be our second Christmas without you. Dad misses you dearly, but he is keeping busy with his "Angel". He adopted a German Shepherd puppy last May and that has been keeping him busy. As for Christmas, Dad is making sure he keeps all of the family traditions going...he knows that's what you would of wanted. I know you are looking down on all of us and smiling. This is such a hard time of the year, but I know it was your favorite, so that makes it easier for all of us. The kids are doing great. Brigitte is still dancing and will be doing Spirit Squad at school. Connor is busy with sports. Both are doing well, Brigitte made Honor Roll. I know you would be proud. They miss you Mom!! Know that we talk about you often. We will be going to visit you at the cemetary tomorrow. May you rest in God's hands. I love you and miss you. I wish I could kiss your cheek one last time. Love, Kelly xo "

"Dear Mom, Friday was your 50th Wedding Anniversary. I said a prayer for you that day. I miss you, we all miss you and will continue to cherish your memories. Forever in my Heart and Soul, Kelly XOXO"

"Hi Mom, Just wanted to let you know I miss you so very much. Love, Kelly XO"

"Happy Mother's Day Mom! Missing you more as the time goes by. I wanted you to know that I wished we could be together today and always. I love you. Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, I wanted to wish you a Happy Easter! Missing you everyday. Thought of you alot today and wishing I could kiss your cheek just one more time. We all miss you, but know you are in a better place. Someday we will be reunited again. Brigitte celebrated her First Communion last Sunday. Wish you were there, though I know you are our special angel. Love you forevery MOM! You were and still are the best. Love you, Kelly xoxo"

"Dear Mom, Today is my Birthday and I just want you to know that I miss having you around these special days. I miss receiving your thoughtful cards. Today, as we celebrated with Dad he gave me the most beautiful card...I wish you were here to see it, though I know you are with us in spirit I still wish I could kiss your cheek and tell you I love you. We just arrived home today from Mexico and had a wonderful time. Papa took care of the kids so Martin and I could spend time together. The kids and Dad had a blast. I'm so glad they had 5 great days of fun and laughter together, it was really important for all of them. We all miss you and wish we could wrap our arms around you just one more time. If we only knew it would of been our last time we never would of let you go. I think of you everyday, all the great memories I'm grateful for, but I still wish we were able to make more. It's never enough. I love you MOM!! Kelly XO"

"Dear Mom, I can't believe it's been a year since you have been gone. It's been very empty without you in my life and everyone who loved you. I spent the weekend with Dad and Chris stopped by on Sunday to see how he was doing and to let us know that she hasn't forgot about you. She was a good friend to you. I miss having you in my daily life. As I've told you before,you were a beautiful and loving Mom who always put your children first. I'm sorry we couldn't have spent as much time together as we would of liked when I moved to Chicago. I miss you terribly. Until we see each other again know that I love you and deeply miss you. Kelly XO"

"Dear Mom, Well today would of been your 71st Birthday. I miss you so much. I called Nina this morning and we sang Happy Birthday to you. It's almost been a year since that dreadful call. It is true, time does go on. The last time I saw you was on Valentine's Day 2010, celebrating your 70th birthday, who would of thought it was your last. Know that you are loved and missed dearly. I miss kissing your cheek and the phone calls. Sometimes we had alot to say and other times just day to day how are you...but it doesn't really matter. I'm blessed we had 45 years as Mother and daughter. Happy Birthday! I love you forever Kelly xo"

"Hi Mom, Just sending you a message to let you know that we rang in the New Year! Rather than going to a house party with the kids we decided to stay home and keep a low profile. We had a nice dinner, played games and watched a couple of movies. Today, we are going to Nina and Dale's house to watch the Rose Bowl and celebrate the New Year together. Everyone will be there. It's not the same without you and I wish you were here with us. Happy New Year Mom! I love you and miss you. I will say a prayer for you. Just want to let you know we talk about you daily. Missing you today and always. Peace and Love, Kelly xo "

"Dear Mom, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas! I miss you so much. We are leaving for Wisconsin tomorrow to spend some special time with Dad and Brittany. As the days get closer to Christmas I realize how much you are missed and loved. We all know Christmas was your favorite time of year. It was no secret that you shopped year-round for your family. I can't tell you how many tears I have shed. Please know that each one represents how much you are missed and loved. I wish I could kiss you on your cheek again. I still remember how soft your skin was. I hope to dream about you. We decorated a couple of the trees on the bluff for you, the ones that we donated in your memory. I wish I could talk to you, I keep thinking you will call me or come through the front door. I guess God had a plan for you and at least you didn't suffer. You will be sadly missed this Christmas, especially Christmas Eve. That was our big holiday celebration. Dad is doing his best and is keeping our family tradition going. May you continue to be blessed. Merry Christmas Mom.. With love and gratitude for the years we had together as Mother and Daughter. Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, Today Brigitte turned 11 years old. We went out to dinner at Pin Stripes in Barrington. We had a nice time. We miss you so much. The kids are keeping busy. Brigitte is on Student Council. She also is taking band lessons (flute). She is swimming 2 days a week and dancing three-four days. Connor is trying out for a tournament baseball team tomorrow and also playing basketball. Both kids are doing well in school. Nothing seems the same anymore. Christmas is right around the corner and I'm missing you more and more. Merry Christmas Mom. We will never forget you and I promise to carry on all of your traditions. This year we bought a real tree. Eleven feet high. I remember when you stayed with me to help with the birth of Brigitte. All three of us are by the Christmas tree and you are decorating. I'm so thankful for that time and blessed that I can still hear your voice. It seems like yesterday. Mom I promise to visit you every Birthday, Mother's Day and Christmas. Love, Kelly xo "

"Dear Mom, Wishing you a Happy Anniversary. You and Dad would of celebrated your 49th. I miss you and think of you everyday. Love, Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, I can't beieve you've been gone six months. All your family and friends miss your smiling face. Know that your thought of each day. I love you, Kelly XO"

"Hi Mom, Well I wanted to let you know that I made it up to Three Lakes a couple of weeks ago for the first time since you passed away. I wanted to leave soon after. To see the waves ripple with the wind blowing and not see you on the pier with your fishing pole(s), or greeting us on the pier when we came back from an afternoon of boating made me so sad as it did for Martin and Dad. It's just not the same anymore. The cottage seems so empty without you. The deer still come around every evening, the fish were not biting unless you went to Aunt Dora's. Going out for a fish fry was different. One of the waitresses greeted Dad and was wondering why you were not there. Her name was Candy, she was very sad and shocked to learn about your passing. She "always loved seeing you and talking to you". For the kids sake we did the traditional Kartway in Eagle River, horseback riding, Aqua Devils and finally doing the annual Wick movie night, watching On Golden Pond. (We love that movie).I wish you would of been there! We all went to Artarama, Dad did a little Christmas shopping. We went tubing, no skiing this time. By the time it was time to come back home I didn't want to leave. Yes, we did pick up the branches. I love you and miss you dearly, Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, I just want to let you know that We all miss you and love you very much. There is a void that cannot be replaced. Love Kelly XO "

"Hi Mom, Just wanted to let you know that Dad spent part of his weekend with us...it was nice to see him smile again. We all miss you and talk about you daily. It's so hard not seeing you. I just want you to know that everything is okay, though we all have our bouts of tears. Each tear we shed for you symbolizes the memories we cherish of you and trust me there are plenty. I will write you again. You are missed and loved. Kelly xoxo"

"Dear Mom, I want you to know that Ray went to the doctor last week to follow-up on a PET scan and his doctor informed him that the cancer was gone, though they found a cyst on his remaining kidney. I know you would be happy to know how well your favorite cousin is doing. Dad has good days and bad. We all miss you so much. I went back home last week and we all decided that we are going to create a special memorial in your name. Either on the bluff or near the harbor. We know you enjoyed seeing the boats. I want it to be perfect for you. I hope you are at peace. Dad is coming down to visit this weekend and see Connor play baseball, we will probably have a cookout and celebrate Father's Day early with him. Nina and Dale went to Mexico, Shawn is working very hard, Holly is doing alot better, though she still has some bad days and I am keeping busy with the kids, and all their activities. Summer is almost here. I wish you could see all the flowers we planted. Dad planted quite a bit...he says,"your Mom would like all the flowers". We all know how you loved your flowers. Oh I wish I could bring you back. You were and are still one-in-a million. Please know that we all love you so very much and miss you so terribly bad. Life is so different without you. Our grief still remains. I promise to cherish all your memories. I pray that I will dream about you. I love you Mom! Kelly xo"

"Hi Mom, Happy Mother's Day. I pray you are happy and safe looking down on us. I missed talking to you today, I was thinking about past Mother's Day and the times you were up at the cottage and we were apart by miles, but not our hearts. I was okay with that, because we both knew we would see each other again. Everyone says, "losing the one you love gets better with time". I disagree, you have been gone 57 days and it's more difficult each day, each week. I want to see you, hear you and give you a kiss. I always kissed your cheek. I remember how smooth and soft your skin was (I miss that). Today, Martin took me and the kids to Arlington Race Course, we had fun, though I couldn't stop thinking of the great time it would of been if you were here with Dad. Mom he misses you more each day, we all do...I still can't believe your not with us, you were suppose to live forever. I will be hanging some pictures of you in Brigitte and Connor's bedrooms...don't worry Mom I talk about you daily, I don't want the kids to forget the memories they have and hold close to their hearts. I called Karey today to wish her a Happy Mom's Day. I promise to stay close to her and Dad is coming to visit for a few days later this week. How does one overcome their grief? I don't think it ever goes away. As I said before you were and are still the best Mom. You loved us, worked hard for us and cheered us on. Please save a spot for me beyond the gates, for when it's my time I will see you again and we can celebrate. Take care and know that I love you very much. I keep all of your pictures in my memory and heart. You are missed and loved each day. Kelly xo "

"Dear Mom, I wanted to let you know that Dad made his journey to Three Lakes for the first time since you passed. I know it was hard for him. He wishes he had you back. Martin and I took the kids to Florida this week, you were suppose to be with us. I keep thinking of our past trip a couple of years ago and what a great time we all had. Oh how we were all looking forward to spending time together. You would of loved the resort, it's beautiful. It makes me so sad and empty that your not here to share and make memories. It's been 5 weeks already since you left to be with Jesus. I wish I could bring you back. We will continue to take care of Dad. He misses you terribly, we all do. Dad is taking the kids upnorth this summer for a week and then Martin and I will be coming up to go with Dad to Artarama. One of your favorite art shows that was mine and your tradition to go together. Won't be the same without you. I love you and miss you, Kelly xo "

"Hi Mom, Well it's almost a month since you have been gone. We all miss you so very much. Shawn, Nina and myself are coping the best we can. My Birthday was very empty without you, Dad sent me a beautiful Birthday card. I will always cherish. I pray each evening hoping to dream about you. Last night you were in my dreams, I was so happy to see you. It made me realize how much I loved you as my Mom. We had a close relationship and I am forever grateful to you. Holly is having a hard time accepting our loss. Dad is trying to keep busy. He will be going to Three Lakes next week. He's anxious to get up there. We all know it will be hard for him, but it will keep him busy. Mom, Dad misses you more than words can say. There is such an emptiness in our hearts Connor and Brigitte miss you. I know they will be able to cherish your memories. Brigitte doesn't talk to much about it. I think it's really hard for her, though we understand. If I could bring you back I would. I love you and miss you more each day! Love, Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, Well it's been a couple of weeks since you left to be with Jesus. I know you are safe and in a better place. Yes, it's true someone did love you more than us. My Birthday is tomorrow and it will be hard not hearing from you. You were always so good about sending me special cards, followed by a special phone call if we were apart. I promise to say a prayer each day in your honor. Dad is doing ok, though I know he misses you dearly. You were the love of his life. We are going to honor your memory at Bethany Lutheran with a beautiful portrait of Jesus with his disciples. This is the painting that Grandma Wick had hanging up in her Living Room. It was Dad's idea to donate. He said, "this would be a beautiful way to honor your Mom's memory". I agree and I'm so happy that when I go to church a part of you will also be there. There were over 240 people at your funeral, we received alot of flowers and a ton of cards. People we haven't heard from in a while. I want you to know that we are taking good care of Dad. We call him everyday and try to spend extra time with him. Don't worry, everything will be ok. I love you and truly miss you...you will always remain in our hearts. You were and still are a great Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Friend and Neighbor to all. Until we see each other again..I love you. Kelly xo"

" We'd like to thank everyone that paid their respect to Mom & to those that stayed for the beautiful service. Special thanks to Pastor Jas Mortenson of All Saints Lutheran, Oak Creek, for leading the service, & to all that donated whether in a monetary offering, flowers or snacks & food. Mom will definely be missed, with more than likely a lot of tears shed this up coming Easter. We're sure Mom has a great seat for the upcoming festivities of the Resurrection party that goes on on the other side of the pearly gates. A note to all, Keep the entire Wick family in your prayers. Another note to Mom, We love ya, miss ya, & please join us at our house this Easter Sunday. Love, Nina & Dale Slowik "

"I went to high school with Maureen (Thelma)..we sure use to have alot of fun together. Gail filled me in on your beautiful service last night. Wish I could have been there. My deepest sympathy to all of you. She will be missed "

"To the Wick Family..........I am sorry to hear the news. Maureen would come in to the Christmas store when I was working and wasn't just a customer, but became a friend I looked forward to seeing. I know someone special is in heaven lighting up the hearts of the anges. My sympathy to all of you."

"Maureen was a very fun high school friend. We lived one block apart in Greendale and spent much time at each other's homes. We co-captained the high school girl's volleyball team and we went 9-0 our senior year. We had many good times at Granny's. I'm glad to have such good memories of her. My love and prayers to you Chick and to your family. "

"To the Wick Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Still can't believe the news I just talked with her not that long ago. If you need anything let us know. We will miss her. Maureen was a wonderful lady, Mom and Grandma and loved to talk about her family. Very proud of all of you. Love, Bob, Sally, Matt and Ashley Savatski"

"It is such a shock to know Mrs. Wick is gone. I enjoyed meeting and chatting with her over the years. She knew me as Holly's friend and was a lovely lady. My prayers for strength and comfort go out to Mr. Wick and the entire family. "

"To the Wick family, As a co-worker of Holly's, I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to all of you. I had the pleasure of meeting Maureen, and she was a sweet lady. I'm sure she'll be missed by so many. As she rests in peace, our hearts go out to you, her wonderful family, we hope that your sorrow and tears can soon turn into bittersweet memories of her. God Bless "

"Dear Mom, I miss you dearly. This morning I saw your favorite feathered-friend. A Cardinal, my first one of the Spring season. I know it was your spirit sending all of us a message that you are in the Arms of Jesus looking down upon us. I know you are happy and safe. We all love you and miss you very much. Kelly xo"

"Dear Mom, I miss you dearly. This morning I saw your favorite feathered-friend. A Cardinal, my first one of the Spring season. I know it was your spirit sending all of us a message that you are in the Arms of Jesus looking down upon us. I know you are happy and safe. We all love you and miss you very much. Kelly xo"

"I want to extend my heart felt sympathy at the unexpected loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. I pray that God will comfort you and give you peace through this difficult time that only HE can provide. Kelly, I am sending you a special hug! Having lost my Mom too, I have felt your pain. Please let me know if you need anything. God's Grace & Blessings on you, Mary Lou "

"Kelly, I am so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. It is never easy to lose a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. God Bless all of you. Carla"

"Dear Wick Family, We extend to you our thoughts and prayers. Maureen was a neat woman, and was certainly proud of her family. Please let us know if we can help in any way. -Neighbors Sean and Amy"

"Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss."

"Dear Mom, I want to tell you that I miss you dearly. Your were an important part of my life today and always. I will cherish all the memories you created for our family. Your memory will live on. I will continue where you left off. We will never forget you. I will think of you and hope to dream about you. Someday we will be together celebrating our lives. I love you Mom. Kelly xo"

"Bob & family... When I found out a few minutes ago that Maureen passed away.. I was so shocked and so sad. I'm still sitting here in disbelief. She was always such a good friend to me. Bob & my husband worked together since 1972. Although I didn't see her often.. she would call me and check up on me and chat to see how I was doing. My heart goes out to all of you. Love, Mary Laatsch"

"To the entire Wick family: we are shocked and saddened about Maureen's sudden passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that we are here for you. Much love and prayers, The Cira Family Tim, Kierstin, Jonas, Roman, and Katja"