Florence M. Stueck, age 92 of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 20, 2016 at Oak Haven of Shawano where she had been a resident for one and a half years.
Florence was born on April 13, 1924 in Caroline, Wisconsin, a daughter of the late August and Frieda (Ebert) Grosskopf. Following high school she lived in Two Rivers where she was employed at Hamilton Manufacturing. On December 23, 1946, Florence was united in marriage to Donald R. Stueck. He preceded her in death on February 6, 2000. Following their marriage the couple lived and farmed near the Novitiate. In 1966 they sold the farm and moved to Shawano. Florence was then employed at Zwicker Knit Mill as a garment inspector for almost twenty years.
Florence liked to be outdoors, growing flowers, feeding the birds and squirrels, and adopting stray animals. She loved her dog, Angel. She also enjoyed traveling with her sister, May.
Survivors include her children, Audrey Fisken of Shawano, and Travis Stueck of the Town of Waukechon; her grandson, Jim (Amy) Fisken of Shawano; and two great-grandchildren, Joshua and Brandi; her brothers-in-law, Creade (Bernice) Stueck and Archie Schmidt; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Mabel (Harry) Otto and June (Walter) Pedersen; and her brothers, LaVerne (Beatrice) Grosskopf and Herbert Grosskopf.
Funeral services for Florence M. Stueck will be held on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Elias Lutheran Church, Town of Herman. Pastor Lois Graper will officiate. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday at the church from 10:00 AM until the hour of service.
Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.
“Thank you to ThedaCare Hospice and also to Scott and Carol Paiser and the employees of Oak Haven. Mom truly loved living at Oak Haven and enjoyed the friendships she made there.” Rest in peace, Mom. We love you.
