"Hi Mom, It has been almost 2 months since you left us, I miss you more and more every day. I hope that you and dad are together forever! I miss shopping for you and seeing your face light up when I brought you new clothes, it took me awhile...but I think I got pretty good at knowing what you liked. I also miss just plain talking to you and how we teased Michael at times. Be happy and I hope that you and dad are Dancin' in the sky's. Love You Both"
In loving memory of
Marie K. Schmelzer
December 31, 1929 - August 13, 2013
Sun Prairie - Marie Kathryn Schmelzer, age 83, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family after a long illness. She was born December 31, 1929 in Avoca the daughter of Homer and Isabella (O'Brien) Kosharek. Marie graduated from Avoca High School and was united in marriage to Patrick Laverne Schmelzer on March 27, 1951. She was a homemaker who loved raising her seven children, spending time with her family and especially her precious grandchildren and great grandchildren and the occasional casino trips.
Marie is survived by her children, Rick (Pam) Schmelzer of Sun Prairie, Linda Bollig of Sun Prairie, Ken Schmelzer of Madison, Karen (Duane Tamminga) Schmelzer of DeForest, Jerry (MaryBeth Haynes) Schmelzer of DeForest, Michael Schmelzer of Sun Prairie and Nancy (Gary) Schmelzer-Scott of Sun Prairie; grandchildren, Matt, Jason (Vesa), Crystal (Justin), Kelly (Justin), Chad (Erica), Ryan (Morgan), Candice (David), Kassi (Daniel), Jessica, MiKayla and Nick and thirteen great grandchildren all who held a very special place in Grandma's heart. She is also survived by her brothers, Delbert Kosharek of Muscoda, and David Kosharek of Madison; brother-in-laws, Msgr. Delbert Schmelzer of Madison, Jake (Rosemary) Schmelzer of Highland; sister-in-laws, Darlene Schmelzer of Madison, LaVon Vorndran of Black Earth, Suzette Yager of Mineral point, Patsy Pustina of Highland and many nieces and nephews.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband Patrick, parents, son-in-law Doug Bollig, brothers-in law Bob Schmelzer, Louie Yager and Norbert Pustina, sisters-in-law Bonnie Kosharek and Marjorie Kosharek.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at SACRED HEARTS OF JESUS AND MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 221 Columbus St., Sun Prairie on Saturday, August 17, 2013, at 11:30 a.m with Msgr Delbert Schmelzer presiding and Msgr. Duane Moellenberndt and Father Vincent Brewer concelebrating. A visitation will be held at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, on Friday, August 16, 2013, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. vigil service. A visitation will be at church on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass. Burial will be at Sacred Heart's Cemetery, Sun Prairie.
In lieu of flowers memorials to Agrace Hospice or Sacred Hearts Cemetery Association would be appreciated. The family would like to thank St. Mary's Hospital and Agrace Hospice for their compassion and loving care. We will love and hold you in our hearts forever.
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"Marie was one of my friends and classmates at Avoca high school. She stayed at my house sometimes and went to school from here as she lived out in the country. We graduated from high school 65 years ago. We had many good times together. I want to extend my deepest condolences to her family."
"I am a cousin of Marie. Our mothers were sisters. I want to extend my deepest condolences to her family. Although we did not often see each other, I will miss the yearly Christmas greetings and occasional phone conversations with her. I.m sorry that I will be unable to attend the services. "
"So sorry to here about Marie. Marie shared a room with my mom Ruth at the Sun Prairie Health Center, during her stay of recovery. Marie was very sweet and brightened my moms day. Mom missed her when Marie went home. Hugs and Prayers Karen "
"Thank you Marie for being such a great mother (in-law). I especially enjoyed the trips that we took to various places to try our luck at the casinos, and your knack for always "breaking even".. We'll all miss you and your warm smile. Love always, Duane"
"Marie was a wonderful woman. She always had a smile and kind words. She will be greatly missed by many, many people. I am honored to be a part of her extended family. "
"aunt marie was a very sweet and loving person and I was blesed engh to have her as my god mother I will miss her smile and all the times i and angel got to vist her she was alot like my mom you were a very nice kind lady she well be in heart forever aunt marie when you see pat my mom and dad tell them I miss them love forever corrina"