Adeline M. Drexler Stratford, Wisconsin Obituary

Adeline M. Drexler

Adeline M. Drexler, 88, Stratford, died on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at her home with family by her side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford, with Rev. Sengole Vethamanickam officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in the Town of Eau Pleine and serving as pallbearers will be grandsons, Eric Helms, Charles Drexler, Jr., Jody Drexler, Jason Drexler, Lucas Drexler, Kurt Moeller, Travis Wetterau, and Eli Drexler. The visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until service time on Thursday, all at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. St. Joseph’s Parish Council of Catholic Women rosary service will be held at 4:00 pm on Wednesday followed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary memorial service at 6:00 pm, both at St. Joseph’s Church. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Adeline was born on January 18, 1927 in Marshfield, Wisconsin to William and Ida (Dennee) Altmann. She attended St. Joseph’s Parochial School, Stratford and graduated from Stratford High School in 1944. After her education she was employed in clerical work in Milwaukee. She was united in marriage to Richard A. Drexler on September 27, 1945 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and on September 27, 2015 they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. After raising her family, Adeline began working at Figi’s in Marshfield where she was employed until her retirement in 1992. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish Council of Catholic Women and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary of Stratford. She enjoyed baking cookies, reading, going to the cabin in Tomahawk and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Richard and their children, Diane (Bob) Helms, of Marshfield, Marie Drexler (daughter-in-law) of Wisconsin Rapids, John (Cindy) Drexler of Marshfield, Judy Drexler (daughter-in-law) of Stratford, Dennis Drexler, Paul “Buck” (Wendy) Drexler, Sharon (Carl) Moeller, all of Stratford, Kris (Tad) Wetterau of Wisconsin Rapids and Steve “Beaver” (Rochelle) Drexler of Stratford. She is also survived by 29 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren. She is further survived by brothers, Richard (Dorothy) Altmann of Stratford, Donald (Kay) Altmann of Wisconsin Rapids, James (Dixie) Altmann of Delaware, MO, and Janette Altmann (sister-in-law) of Marshfield and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, 2 sons, Jerome and Charles Drexler, Sr., 2 sisters, Elaine Spence and June Lange and a brother, Robert Altmann. Adeline’s loving quiet nature will be deeply missed by her whole family and all that knew her. God Bless you mom. The family wishes to thank Ministry Health Hospice Service and Carla Spindler for her many hours of service. The family will designate a memorial in Adeline’s name at a later date. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
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David and Susan Jaster, Minocqua, WI
December 16, 2015
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. What sadness her passing must bring to your family.
We send our sincere sympathy, however, we know your strong family unity will make this a special time to honor your Mom and Grandma. Prayers are being sent for your heali...
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Kathie and Jerry Boyance
December 15, 2015
WE are so sorry to know that your Mom has died. We remember her beautiful smile---especially when your Dad was teasing her. Love and prayers to each of your family.
Kathie and Jerry
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Teri & Frankie Nikolai
December 15, 2015
To all of you, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. She will be spending Christmas in heaven this year. God bless all of you.