Mitzi Waehner
June 2, 1942 -
March 14, 2015
Mitzi Waehner, 72, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at UHS- St. Catherine’s Campus.
Mitzi was born in Milwaukee, WI, on June 2, 1942, daughter of the late Robert and Mildred (Wagner) Cox.
She was a proud 1960 graduate of St. Joseph High School.
On February 8, 1964, she married the love of her life, Jim Waehner, at St. Mary Catholic Church.
She was employed at Gateway Technical College as an administrative assistant for 26 years, retiring in 2004. While at Gateway, she was an active member of the local AFSCME chapter.
Mitzi was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, the chair of the St. Joseph Class of 1960 reunion committee, and a former secretary of the Parkview Terrace Condominium Assoc. Board of Directors.
Mitzi cherished her many friendships, including the ‘Animals’ social club, her St. Joe’s friends, her Gateway colleagues, and her swim buddies at Diver Dan’s.
Along with her husband Jim, she is survived by her three daughters, Kristin (Jim) Harrington, Anne (Michael) Baniel, and Carrie (Dave) Rebro; her grandchildren, Samantha and Zachary Baniel; her best friend and sister, Barbara (the late Michael) Durkin, her brother Tom (Amy) Cox, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mitzi was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Cox.
Mitzi’s family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Chua and her staff and the ICU staff at St. Catherine’s Hospital for their kind and compassionate care.
Service Info
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 beginning with a prayer service at 10:15 a.m. at the Piasecki Althaus Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave., Kenosha, WI. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 7400 39th Ave. Interment will be held privately.
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Jeff & Linda SemrowCarrie & Dave, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy to you both. Jeff & Linda
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DitoAnn I am so sorry for the loss of your mother,bless you and your family. Dito.
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Jerry HenderleiterMitzi is one of those few people who will be long remembered. I knew her during our high school days at St. Joseph's. I treasure the memories of her smile, and of her kindness and graciousness. When some of my family members passed away, Mitzi somehow tracked me down and extended her condolences to me. I now do the the same for her family. you are in my prayers. -- Jerry Henderleiter
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Tom KnitterOn behalf of my family and the St. Thomas More HS community, I'd like to offer my condolences. I'm sorry I won't be able to attend the service to express my sympathy in person, but rest assured, Mitzi and your entire family will be in my prayers. God bless. Tom Knitter Past President, STM
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Jean EnglundJim, so sorry to hear about Mitzi we go back such a long way. Wish I could be there to give you a big hug (you're probably just as glad I'm not). Mitzi will always be in my heart. Jean
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Mike and VirginiaJim & Family, Please accept our sincere condolences with the passing of Mitzi. She was a real friend and one of a kind. We had some great times in the 60s and 70s. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times. Mike & Virginia
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Terry Forst PriggeJim, Sorry to hear about Mitzi. Please share my condolences with your family.
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Keith and Carol GumbingerTo Jim and Mitzi's entire family, you have our sincere sympathy. We'll miss Mitzi too, and all the work she did for everyone. She was the "Spark Plug" of our St. Joes Class of '60 and our reunions. You are in our prayers.
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Jim CosttiganJim. my sincerest condolences to you and your family. I'm sure you all will miss the vibrancy and energy that Mitzi exuded all the time. She was a favorite of many at St Joe's. Hope you have many fond memories to keep you company in the next days and months. She is one to not be forgotten......she would be very angry if I remember her correctly!!!
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Cherie (Krohn) KetchumTo Jim and your family: I am very saddened by our loss of Mitzi. I remember our fun parties w/the "Animals" and Mitzi's bubbly character. Though I seldom saw Mitzi after we all entered our different lives, she always had a big smile and hug when we did see each other just like it was "yesterday"! She was a sweet lady and a good person. We will all miss her, but we know she is at peace! My prayers are with you to find your way through this difficult time. Fondly, Cherie (Krohn) Ketchum
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Bryan and Marla CallahanJim, So sorry to hear about MItzi.
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Janet Paskiewicz GyurinaOur deepest sympathy for you and your family, Jim, for the loss of Mitzi. May she rest in peace and the perpetual light shine upon her. Heaven has a new angel. Janet Paskiewicz Gyurina (Dick's Bar)
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Sammer FamilyWe are truly sorry to hear of the loss of a great wife, Mom, Grandma and friend. Mitzi will truly be missed by all. Please except our condolences, she will not be forgotten. We will include her in our prayers. The Sammer Family- Jeff-Sheri and Corey
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Sherry CarrollKristin and Jim Kristin, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Loss is never easy and the only way we get through it is to keep our good memories alive. My God hold you in His hands through this grieving period. My thoughts are with you and your family. Sherry
