"My good friends Sue & I want to send our condolences & prayers your way on the passing of your sweet mother who I knew growing up but it has been some time since I last talked to her. You were so fortunate to have been so close to her & enjoyed her for so many years & the memories will be there forever. May the Lord bless & keep her & may she rest in peace! Talk to you soon Bob!"
In loving memory of
Marie Stern
November 29, 1919 - April 3, 2017
Marie Stern, of Antigo, died Monday, April 3, 2017 at Care Partners in Antigo. She was 97 years old. She was born on November 29, 1919 in Antigo, a daughter of William and Theresa (Schroepher) Ladwig. She married Jerome Stern on February 14, 1942 at St. John Catholic Church in Antigo. He preceded her in death on May 8, 2015.
She attended St. John parochial school, graduated from Antigo High School and had a year of vocational training.
Prior to marriage she was employed at McClellans Dime store and J.C. Penney Department store in Antigo. She and her husband owned and operated Stern Electronics in Antigo for 50 years.
Mrs. Stern was a member of St. John Catholic Church and its Altar Society.
She enjoyed cooking, gardening and weekends at their cottage on Pelican Lake.
Survivors include a daughter, Gayle Koszarek, Antigo; two sons, Robert (Patricia) Stern, Pelican Lake, William (Victoria) Stern, Jacksonville, FL; ten grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Stern; a sister, Winnie Jones; four brothers, Richard, James, John "Jack" and William in infancy.
The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday April 11, 2017 at 11 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church with Rev. Charles Hoffmann officiating. Entombment will take place in Queen of Peace Mausoleum.
Visitation will be 3:30 to 7 p.m. on Monday and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday all at the Bradley Home. A parish wake service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Tributes
"I have been truly blessed to have had the honor of loving this sweet woman, as she is my nephew's Korey and Kyle Stern's grandmother, I have so many fond memories of time spent with her, Jerry, and the boys dad Kenny up at the cottage in Pelican Lake. We shared a special kind of love, she was the epitome of a true "Lady". I find comfort knowing she will be joining g-pa Jerry and Kenny, and one day I shall she her again. I love you with all my heart. Angels be with you now and for eternity...."
"Shelly, I was so sad to hear of your grandma's passing. I always loved when you would post pictures of your visits with her. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family in your time of great sorrow and bring you comfort. Marie had a very deep faith and she is smiling down from heaven on all of you. Sending you hugs and prayers for comfort."
"Words fail us to learn of Marie's passing. We wish the miles did not separate us so we could wrap our arms around you. We had such a wonderful conversation with Marie about a month ago and she was as smart, funny, and witty as always. Her voice, laugh and big smile will be sorely missed. Marie was totally devoted to her family and always put family first. Her great love for others was evident in all she did. Her example as a terrific wife, mother, and woman will never be forgotten. To us, she was our number 1 aunt. God bless you all. A special thank you to Father Charlie for his time and efforts to come to see Marie and Jerry, and for performing the last rites to a fabulous lady. His visits were a highlight to both of them. Marie commented frequently that she wasn't sure who could come up with the best joke. We are hoping that there are plenty of fond memories and jokes shared about the life of this tremendous gal and also of times spent with Jerry, too. God bless, Dave and Julee Jones, Columbus, Montana"