"You are an angel in heaven now."
In loving memory of
Cathy Michels
June 26, 1964 - December 28, 2011
Cathy Michels, of Bryant, died Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at Langlade Hospital under the care of her family and LeRoyer Hospice. She was 47 years old. She was born on June 26, 1964 in Antigo, a daughter of Marian (Walters) Koss and the late Vernon Koss. She married Keith Michels on May 16, 1992 at St. Wencel Catholic Church in Neva. He survives.
She was a graduate of Antigo High School in 1982 and received an associates degree in accounting from North Central Technical College Antigo.
She worked at Spurgeons in Antigo for eleven years. For the past 20 she was employed in Antigo at Bank One which became Chase Bank.
Mrs. Michels volunteered as a leader for the Mayflower 4-H Club, and was a member of the Junior Women's club. As a member of St. Wencel Catholic Church she served as the parish bookkeeper, on the parish council and taught religious education.
Survivors including her husband and mother are a daughter Abby Michels, at home; a sister Jeanne Koss, Kenosha; two brothers Tony Koss and special friend Cindy Kuhls of Deerbrook, Pete (Denice) Koss, Green Bay and their children Matthew and Morgan Koss.
She is also survived by her husbands family: father and mother-in-law Julius and Lorraine Michels; a sister-in-law Cheryl Meyer; five brothers-in-law Ronald Michels and special friend Tina Moreno, Dennis, Jerome, and Kenneth Michels and Kevin (Michelle) Michels.
A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Wencel Catholic Church with Rev. Jeremiah Worman officiating. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. on Friday at the Bradley Funeral Home and 9-10 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. A parish wake service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Tributes
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"To the Michels and Koss families - our sympathy goes out to you. We're so sorry for your loss. Cathy was a sweet, fun lady."
"Marion and family, So sorry for your loss. May your happy memories bring you peace during this difficult time. Liane Pizl and family (A former Deerbrook neighbor)"
"Keith, Abby & Family,
We would like to express our Sympathy to you and your famiy, Cathy was a great strong and brave person. She will be missed. You are in our prayers.
Pam, Roger & Jesse Jankowski"
"Keith and Abby my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss."
"Our sympathy is with your family at this time of loss. I will akways remeber the the lime green wig she wore to a basketball game of Abby's at spring valley. She always knew how to put a smile on everyones face when she talked or even walkd by you."
"Keith, Abby, Marion, Tony, Jeanne, and Peter. Words cannot explain my sincere sympathy for the loss of Cathy. I will hold several precious memories always, for the times we had spent together in younger years. From my first job with Cathy at Spurgeon?s, the celebration of my ?legal? birthday when I couldn?t make it in to work the next day, the times at the lake, our weddings and more. Even though we have not been together much the past few years, these memories have always been with me. A part of Cathy will remain with all of us forever, and I consider myself truly blessed that Cathy was a part of my life. Everytime I see her signature "smily face" I will always think of her. Hugs to all of you. "
"Keith and Abby and family, May you find peace in knowing SO many people will miss Cathy. Now she can finally rest. All will remember her strength, her smile and her kindness. Our sympathy is with you at this sad time."
"Cathy - was a joy to be around. Always sharing her joy for life, a smile and a kind word. My deepest sympathy to you all!"
"Our deepest sympathy is with your family during this difficult time. John enjoyed working with Cathy at Chase for 3 years. She was a very sweet lady with an awesome laugh! Know that our thoughts and prayers will be with your family. "
"Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. It is difficult to lose a family member, particularly so young."
"My Sympathy To All, Cathy was a joy to be around and looked forward to seeing her at the State Fair Potato Booth each year, even getting to spend some time chatting after her working hours. Will miss her. "
"Cathy was a truly wonderful person who brought joy and kindness wherever she went. She will be missed by many. "
"Dear Family of Cathy, Our deepest sympathy, love, thoughts and prayers to all of you as your mourn the death of this beautiful woman. Phil and I lived in Antigo for 11 wonderful years -- from 1987 until 1998. It was through Bank One that we came to know Cathy. We will keep you and Cathy close in thoughts and prayers during these very difficult days. God bless you all. Sincerely, Donna & Phil Loritz - Green Bay"
"Sincere sympathy to you at this very sad time. Cathy was a ''honey'' and will certainly be missed. Peace and much love."
"Cathy was such a ray of sunshine!! She fought a long, hard battle with cancer, but no matter what she was going through, she always had a smile & kind words for you. May you rest in peace Cathy, you will truly be missed!!"
"So sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you and your family."
"I went to high school with Cathy sweet person. May she forever rest in peace! "
"It has been a long time since I saw you, and we only knew one another for a brief time, but Cathy you will be well and truly missed. You were one of the most genuine, loving, caring, and sweet people I have ever known. Heaven got another angel, and I know that you were welcomed with open arms!"
"I spent the entire day thinking of the perfect thing to say on here and then I remembered that it doesn't have to be perfect because Cathy would appreciate whatever I write. Cathy was an awesome co-worker, a better friend, and the best angel on Earth that I could ask for. I feel so blessed to have known her and feel even more blessed to have her watching over me from Heaven. The bravest person I have ever met who never judged, criticized, or complained...I will always remember your smile and your caring ways. May your family and friends be comforted with the same type of memories that I hold dear to my heart. "
"Keith and Abby so sorry for your loss. Cathy ROCKED.... she was one of the nicest women I've ever met. Never saw her without a smile on her face. Hugs to both of you as well as the rest of her family."
"We are so proud to call Cathy our Niece. She truly lived out those two important commandments that Jesus gave us: Love your God, and Love your neighbor. That smile will brighten up even heaven. Keith and Abby...you are in our prayers. Love, Uncle (Deacon) Tony and Doris Koss"
"Keith I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family."
"It has been a long time since I saw Cathy, but what I remember what a fun loving person she always was. We shared a birthday, only few years apart, she was my kindred soul. Our condolences to Keith and the whole family. Our prayers are with you all in the difficult time."
"My sympathies to the family and to her work family. She always had a smile for her customers and her co-workers. She will be missed by all. "
"No matter how tough her struggle was, Cathy always had a smile on her face. Her courage was tremendous and never failing. She will be deeply missed by all that knew her."
"There are just too many wonderful memories to pick just one. Cathy was a courageous woman who taught us all how to fight and more importantly how to love. She is missed so much already and will forever stay in our hearts. Donna and Dennis Shimeck"