Joy A. Kuemmel, age 91, passed away on Friday, August, 10, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on January 3, 1921 in Sioux City, Iowa. She was the daughter of George and Katherine (Christensen) Schleis. She married Frank Kuemmel on May 6, 1943 in Mapleton, Iowa. She is survived by herContinue Reading
Joy A. Kuemmel, age 91, passed away on Friday, August, 10, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on January 3, 1921 in Sioux City, Iowa. She was the daughter of George and Katherine (Christensen) Schleis. She married Frank Kuemmel on May 6, 1943 in Mapleton, Iowa.
She is survived by her 4 daughters, Marilyn (Vernon) Yelk of Marshall, Joan McCarthy of Sun Prairie, Linda Anderson of Port Washington, Karen Kuemmel of Sun Prairie; 10 grandchildren, Amy (Rock) Meinholz, Sam (Tari) Yelk, Linus Yelk, Robert McCarthy, Michelle Klessig, Carrie (Corey) Knautz, Chris Schoenemann, Nicole (Luke) Wagner, Jennifer (Andrew) Aslesen, Kristin Keller; 2 step grandchildren, Darcy Anderson, Marnie (Larry) Trainor; 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; parents; and a son-in-law, Neil Anderson.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church, 227 Columbus Street in Sun Prairie. Monsignor Duane Moellenberndt will preside. Burial will be in Sacred Hearts Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m at the Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral Home, 302 Columbus St. in Sun Prairie on Thursday. Memorials can be made to Sacred Hearts School Endowment or Building and Grounds Fund. You were the joy of our lives. We love you and will miss you dearly.
Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral & Cremation
Sun Prairie, WI 608-837-5400
www.newcomerfh.com
Paul Lang
left a message on August 25, 2012:
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My memories of your Mother as well as your Father are that they were kind, caring, generous toward everyone and fun loving. The years may pass but the memories won't.
May God bless you and your family.
Paul Lang
Nancy & Glenn Coughlin - Coughlin Enterprises Inc.
left a message on August 17, 2012:
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your Mom! Glenn had the privilege of doing some work for her over the years - snowplowing in the winter and other odd jobs she asked him to do from time to time at her home. I had the opportunity to chat with her as well when she called. I must say that her name surely fits - what a "Joy" to have known & spoke with such a gracious & kind person. May you find comfort in your loving memories & sustain you in the coming days!
Glenn & Nancy Coughlin
Coughlin Enterprises Inc.
Marnie & Larry Trainor
left a message on August 16, 2012:
Linda, Karen, Joan & Marilyn - so sorry to hear about your mom.
Pat Walker
left a message on August 16, 2012:
Our family's memories of Joy and Frank were shaped by our mother's fond stories of them. Our thoughts are with Joy's family today.
Love, Pat Walker
Kasia Tinder
left a message on August 15, 2012:
Karen,
We are keeping you and your family deep in our hearts and prayers. I know how close you were to your mother, and I know that she is at peace, watching over you. May time heal your pain and may memories fill your sorrow. Hugs!
Love, Kasia
Connie Peacock
left a message on August 15, 2012:
I had so little time with Aunt Joy and Uncle Frank, but between my memories and all of my Mom's stories about them, I know they were a fun and loving couple ... and now they are all together! Your Mom left a legacy of love that will always be with you all and this love you all share will outlast your grief.
I am so saddened by the loss of your dear mother, sister, grandmother ... she was blessed to be so loved by all of you.
Thinking of all of you and sending my love and condolences ... Connie Peacock
Kenneth Walker
left a message on August 15, 2012:
My family speaks so fondly of the visits by Uncle Frank and Aunt Joy. I was young, but I remember their warm and loving qualities. Our thoughts are with our Wisconsin family. Peace.
Carol and Dave Aslesen
left a message on August 14, 2012:
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your special mother and grandmother. We pray for God to give you strength, hope and peace during this time.
Terry Iiams
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know you and her were very close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cate (Cathy) Russell
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Heaven is a bit brighter with the addition of Mrs. Kuemmel, as she has been known to me my whole life. My mom and dad always said that Joy was the perfect name for her, and it was. I spent almost as much of my childhood at the Kuemmels as I did at my own house. I can still recite their phone number. If Joy and Frank were not at our house playing cards, my folks were at theirs. They filled our house with lots of laughter. I have that very card table where they played cards all those years ago, and I will never part with it becausee of those wonderful memories. My heart goes out to Karen, Linda, Joan and Marilyn - your mom was such a special person. Dad always kept us up-to-date when they would talk on the phone (and Joy would be on her 'little phone"). We loved that. My prayers of comfort, peace and strength are with you.
Chris Schoenemann
left a message on August 13, 2012:
It is very hard to deal with the loss of a loved one. My grandma was a wonderful lady who always made us feel loved.
She touched my life deeply & I hold those memories forever
She is now with grandpa and the rest of her family and friends happily in Heaven. We will someday be all together again. Miss you & love you always Grandma.
Darcy Baltzer Little
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Dear Joan, Linda and Karen,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral.
In you sorrow may you find peace.
My sympathies, Darcy
Marge Schnese
left a message on August 12, 2012:
I used to call Joy every week or so, and she would always comment on how much she missed her husband, Frank, and I would talk about Frank, my brother, Jim and Pat, my other two siblings who have also passed away. At the end of our conversations, I would say to her -"But I've got you, babe!" and she would say the same Cher Bono phrase to me. We could always get a good laugh from this.
Kathleen Calkins
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Joan - sorry to hear about your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Ann Russell
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Marilyn, Joan, Linda, and Karen ~
I just heard of your mom's passing and am so glad that my dad and I were blessed to spend a few hours with her at the end of June. Her smile and laughter never changed and she had a presence that made you feel at peace when you were around her -- her name truly fit her.
As the youngest in my family, my memories are mainly of the times our parents played cards -- I'm not sure how much card playing really happened because there was always so much laughter:).
Our parents met 55 years ago and there's rarely a time when we are together that the names Frank and Joy don't come up. Although I am truly saddened by the loss of your mom, I am so happy that she and your dad are together again.
I also know that my mom is pleased to have her best friend with her once again and that all of them will save a spot for my dad at the card table in heaven.
Peace and love to you all ~ Ann
Linda Kuemmel Anderson
left a message on August 11, 2012:
A remarkable woman, devoted wife and loving mother..... mom's incredible life and beauty of spirit is an inspiration to us all. She will greatly be missed but we delight in her reunion with God, daddy, her parents and all departed family & friends. Love her forever
Mary Whitmar (Marybeth Russell)
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Marilyn, Joan, Linda and Karen, I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your mom when I spoke with Dad this morning. Especially coming so soon after losing Neil, I am truly sorry. I will be seeing you all Thursday but wanted to share these wonderful memories.
I can't remember a weekend of my childhood that didn't begin with card night with the Kuemmel's. It was the best night of the week, your folks were the best friends mine ever had. There was always a lot of excitement when it was our turn to host, I would get to make the dip which was a real treat at our house and very big deal. No punn intended! Those nights the house would be filled with roars of laughter all evening long. I often think of those times, both your folks had the greatest laughs!
No one had more fun than the four of them when they would get together. Dad has spent many hours recounting the tales of how they met and the fun they had over the many years of their friendship. I have so many wonderful memories of riding bikes to your house and spending time with your family. I am very grateful for them. It pleases me to think of your folks together again, I can almost feel your dad grinning!
Keeping you all close in heart,
Marybeth
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Paul Lang
left a message on August 25, 2012:
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My memories of your Mother as well as your Father are that they were kind, caring, generous toward everyone and fun loving. The years may pass but the memories won't.
May God bless you and your family.
Paul Lang
Nancy & Glenn Coughlin - Coughlin Enterprises Inc.
left a message on August 17, 2012:
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your Mom! Glenn had the privilege of doing some work for her over the years - snowplowing in the winter and other odd jobs she asked him to do from time to time at her home. I had the opportunity to chat with her as well when she called. I must say that her name surely fits - what a "Joy" to have known & spoke with such a gracious & kind person. May you find comfort in your loving memories & sustain you in the coming days!
Glenn & Nancy Coughlin
Coughlin Enterprises Inc.
Marnie & Larry Trainor
left a message on August 16, 2012:
Linda, Karen, Joan & Marilyn - so sorry to hear about your mom.
Pat Walker
left a message on August 16, 2012:
Our family's memories of Joy and Frank were shaped by our mother's fond stories of them. Our thoughts are with Joy's family today.
Love, Pat Walker
Kasia Tinder
left a message on August 15, 2012:
Karen,
We are keeping you and your family deep in our hearts and prayers. I know how close you were to your mother, and I know that she is at peace, watching over you. May time heal your pain and may memories fill your sorrow. Hugs!
Love, Kasia
Connie Peacock
left a message on August 15, 2012:
I had so little time with Aunt Joy and Uncle Frank, but between my memories and all of my Mom's stories about them, I know they were a fun and loving couple ... and now they are all together! Your Mom left a legacy of love that will always be with you all and this love you all share will outlast your grief.
I am so saddened by the loss of your dear mother, sister, grandmother ... she was blessed to be so loved by all of you.
Thinking of all of you and sending my love and condolences ... Connie Peacock
Kenneth Walker
left a message on August 15, 2012:
My family speaks so fondly of the visits by Uncle Frank and Aunt Joy. I was young, but I remember their warm and loving qualities. Our thoughts are with our Wisconsin family. Peace.
Carol and Dave Aslesen
left a message on August 14, 2012:
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your special mother and grandmother. We pray for God to give you strength, hope and peace during this time.
Terry Iiams
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Karen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know you and her were very close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cate (Cathy) Russell
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Heaven is a bit brighter with the addition of Mrs. Kuemmel, as she has been known to me my whole life. My mom and dad always said that Joy was the perfect name for her, and it was. I spent almost as much of my childhood at the Kuemmels as I did at my own house. I can still recite their phone number. If Joy and Frank were not at our house playing cards, my folks were at theirs. They filled our house with lots of laughter. I have that very card table where they played cards all those years ago, and I will never part with it becausee of those wonderful memories. My heart goes out to Karen, Linda, Joan and Marilyn - your mom was such a special person. Dad always kept us up-to-date when they would talk on the phone (and Joy would be on her 'little phone"). We loved that. My prayers of comfort, peace and strength are with you.
Chris Schoenemann
left a message on August 13, 2012:
It is very hard to deal with the loss of a loved one. My grandma was a wonderful lady who always made us feel loved.
She touched my life deeply & I hold those memories forever
She is now with grandpa and the rest of her family and friends happily in Heaven. We will someday be all together again. Miss you & love you always Grandma.
Darcy Baltzer Little
left a message on August 13, 2012:
Dear Joan, Linda and Karen,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral.
In you sorrow may you find peace.
My sympathies, Darcy
Marge Schnese
left a message on August 12, 2012:
I used to call Joy every week or so, and she would always comment on how much she missed her husband, Frank, and I would talk about Frank, my brother, Jim and Pat, my other two siblings who have also passed away. At the end of our conversations, I would say to her -"But I've got you, babe!" and she would say the same Cher Bono phrase to me. We could always get a good laugh from this.
Kathleen Calkins
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Joan - sorry to hear about your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Ann Russell
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Marilyn, Joan, Linda, and Karen ~
I just heard of your mom's passing and am so glad that my dad and I were blessed to spend a few hours with her at the end of June. Her smile and laughter never changed and she had a presence that made you feel at peace when you were around her -- her name truly fit her.
As the youngest in my family, my memories are mainly of the times our parents played cards -- I'm not sure how much card playing really happened because there was always so much laughter:).
Our parents met 55 years ago and there's rarely a time when we are together that the names Frank and Joy don't come up. Although I am truly saddened by the loss of your mom, I am so happy that she and your dad are together again.
I also know that my mom is pleased to have her best friend with her once again and that all of them will save a spot for my dad at the card table in heaven.
Peace and love to you all ~ Ann
Linda Kuemmel Anderson
left a message on August 11, 2012:
A remarkable woman, devoted wife and loving mother..... mom's incredible life and beauty of spirit is an inspiration to us all. She will greatly be missed but we delight in her reunion with God, daddy, her parents and all departed family & friends. Love her forever
Mary Whitmar (Marybeth Russell)
left a message on August 11, 2012:
Marilyn, Joan, Linda and Karen, I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your mom when I spoke with Dad this morning. Especially coming so soon after losing Neil, I am truly sorry. I will be seeing you all Thursday but wanted to share these wonderful memories.
I can't remember a weekend of my childhood that didn't begin with card night with the Kuemmel's. It was the best night of the week, your folks were the best friends mine ever had. There was always a lot of excitement when it was our turn to host, I would get to make the dip which was a real treat at our house and very big deal. No punn intended! Those nights the house would be filled with roars of laughter all evening long. I often think of those times, both your folks had the greatest laughs!
No one had more fun than the four of them when they would get together. Dad has spent many hours recounting the tales of how they met and the fun they had over the many years of their friendship. I have so many wonderful memories of riding bikes to your house and spending time with your family. I am very grateful for them. It pleases me to think of your folks together again, I can almost feel your dad grinning!
Keeping you all close in heart,
Marybeth
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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