"Marge's Mass with Fr. Charlie will be on Wed. , Oct. 2,2024"
In loving memory of
Marjorie Baraniak
April 20, 1941 - September 18, 2024
Marjorie Mae Baraniak, age 83, of Antigo, died on September 18, 2024, at Rosalia Gardens under the care of her family and LeRoyer Hospice. She was born on April 20, 1941 in Merrill, a daughter of the late Edward and Alma (Zoellner) Myszka. She married Richard Baraniak on July 11, 1964 in Bloomville. He preceded her in death on October 2, 1980.
She was a graduate of Antigo High School, class of 1959. Marge was a proofreader for the Antigo Daily Journal for over 60 years. She retired in 2020.
An active member of St. John Catholic Church, she sang in the choir, was a sacristan, member of the altar society and volunteered at the church fall festival in the Christmas booth.
Marge enjoyed gardening, sewing, crafting, decorating her home for every season and holiday, and taking bus trips. Whether having coffee, lending a helping hand or planning a class reunion, she enjoyed being around people.
Survivors include a daughter, Tammy (Tom) Deacy of Appleton; a son, Jeffrey Baraniak of Menasha; a brother, Michael Myszka of Antigo; a sister, Patricia Zuhlke of Sussex; two sisters-in-law, Arlene Baraniak of Greenfield and Judy Kivlin of Madison; and nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers-in-law, John Zuhlke, Jack Baraniak, Robert Baraniak, and Larry Kivlin; and a sister-in-law, Carol Baraniak
A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 26, at 11:30 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church with Rev. Charles Hoffmann and Rev. Kamal Gopu concelebrating.
Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the church in Hoffmann Hall.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established.
A special thank you the staff of Rosalia Gardens Memory Care and LeRoyer Hospice for their care over the past year and a half. Your care was second to none and you added life to Marge's years. Thank you to Diane Stefanski, Dr. Noel Deep and the many friends and family who gave their support and assistance when she needed it.
Dear Mom, you were the most unselfish and kindest person we knew. We were so lucky to have you as our mom. We miss you already.
Love, Tammy and Jeff
Tributes
"Hello family of Marjorie While I didn't know Marjorie I do know her sister, Pat who is a classmate of mine--a real family resemblance I see. I am so sorry for your loss, and I will be praying for all of you. I tried the phone number in our 50th Reunion Book Pat, but with all of your moves I am sure it has changed. Always a friend, Janet (Rosio) Schoblaska"
"Tammy and Jeff, I'll miss your mom and all the good times we had together and trips we took together. I missed being able to call her every week and have a long chat. Bless you all."
"Tammy Sorry to hear about your mom. She was lucky to have you as a daughter and you to have her as your mom. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Michelle"
"Sorry for your loss. I really liked working with her as church greeters and making many banners for St. John Church. She was a wonderful person!!"
"Our deepest sympathy to the family; Marge was and is a lovely lady; Our backyards connect and it gave me much pleasure in helping her with her glorious flowers when they grew to the tallest. Godspeed ~ Backyard neighbor's Steve and Kathy Jensen "