Mary Schlagel's Obituary
Mary Jane Schlagel, age 88, of Princeton, WI, passed away Tuesday, October 9th, 2007 at Martha's Retirement Home in Princeton. She was born in Janesville, WI on December 14, 1918, the daughter of Earl and Lucy (Bunker) Wilkins. Mary married Chesley Schlagel on June 28, 1952 in Oshkosh. He preceded her in death on September 14, 2002. Mary lived for many years in Ripon where she worked at the Ripon cookie factory. They also lived in the communities of Hancock and Oshkosh. She is survived by Daughter: Sandra (John) Zelenski, Princeton, WI; Grandsons: Scott Zelenski, Princeton, WI; Michael Zelenski, Princeton, WI. Brother: Wallace Wilkins, Boise, ID; Sisters: Olive (John) Woodward, Florence, OR; Carol (Cecil) Morrison, Paso Robles, CA. Mary is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Chesley; infant granddaughter, Kim Lisa Zelenski; four brothers, and one sister. A Graveside Service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, October 12, 2007 at the Pine River Cemetery, Town of Leon, Waushara County, Wisconsin, with Reverend James Reiff officiating. The Holly Funeral Home of Poy Sippi assisted the family with arrangements.
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