"I remember LaVerne as always having kind words for kids, no matter what. She always had a smile on her face and enjoyed the moment; where ever it was and whatever was happening. She was a special person in my book and her grandchildren that I taught exemplified her values."
In loving memory of
LaVerne B. Blaisdell
March 6, 1926 - May 20, 2011
LaVerne B Blaisdell, of Summit Lake, died Friday, May 20, 2011 at Langlade Hospital. She was 85 years old. She was born on March 6, 1926 in Chicago, IL a daughter of the late Thomas and Bernice (Lakomiak) Konkolewski. She married Donald Lindeman in 1947, he preceded her in death in 1951. She married Elmer Blaisdell Jr. on June 13, 1955 in Juneau. He preceded her in death in 1998.
She was a 1947 graduate of Hustisford High School and received a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin Steven Point in 1972. She taught for the Antigo Unified School District for 17 years.
She was a member Holy Family Catholic Church, Elcho, the Noetzelman-Boodry American Legion Auxiliary Unit 377, Elcho and a long standing member of TOPS.
She enjoyed crafts, bowling, traveling and watching the Milwaukee Brewers.
Survivors include two daughters, Kathleen (Allan) Schuh, Plymouth, MA and Jeanne (Bob) Donovan, Summit Lake; a son, Dan (Carol) Blaisdell, Roscoe, IL; eight grandchildren, Christopher (Leslie) Schuh, Jamie Schuh, Lynette (James) Walgenbach, Rob (Lisa) Donovan, Stacy (David) Paulsen, Randy (Ginger) Donovan, Amiee Blaisdell and Amanda Blaisdell; and ten great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husbands she was preceded in death by a son, Bob; step-daughter, Barbara Blaisdell; sister, Dolores Aschaker; half sister, Ardeen Sequiria; and three half brothers, Robert, Richard and Harold Winkenwerder.
A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Elcho with Reverend Jeremiah Worman officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery, Summit Lake. Visitation will be 4 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday at the Bradley Funeral Home and 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass on Wednesday at the church. A parish wake service will be held on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Tributes
"You were my one true friend and the light inside of me. Though love may break, it never dies. I will miss you forever."
"la verne was a friend and special person .ill alway remenber her. she was so much fun on our s.r.d.trips with tops.she never said nothing bad about anybody ill aslo love her and miss her"
"Laverne was one of the most outgoing and genuinely positive people that I have ever known. Visitors were treated like family in her home. She loved people and she loved life. Her collection of craft items was surpassed only by that of her stepdaughter Barb. Barb died 9 years ago and I'm still clearing out boxes of feathers, popsicle sticks, porcupine quills, styrofoam meat trays, etc., etc., etc. Bless you Laverne and sympathy to your beloved family."
"Laverne was an amazing lady. I've know her since I was a little girl. But my favorite memory of her was seeing her at all the ball games she attended to follow her grandkids. I know she really enjoyed attending these events and being included and a part of the lives of her kids and grandkids. She also loved spending time with her neighbors and friends. She loved the community she called home. We will miss you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and all who loved her."
"LaVerne opened her house to us crazy kids who were running around soaking wet with squirt guns and singing Karaoke to boot for those summer birthday parties. She attended every game, event, and function in the community that I can remember. Her great family is a living reflection of her good character. Thanks for the memories!"
"Always enjoyed seeing Laverne, have fond memories of visiting with her and Elmer at the lake, the graduation parties for Amiee and Amanda, Danny & Carol's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you cherish your memories of the times you had together. Love Always "