Margaret Leona Lietz

Margaret L. Lietz, 96, of Menasha died Thursday, August 18, 2011 at her residence, with her family by her side. She was born November 15, 1914, daughter of the late Herman and Martha (Knuell) Koepsel. Margaret married Norman Lietz on June 8, 1940. They celebrated 60 years together. Norman preceded her in death on May 12, 2001.

Margaret was a charter member of St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Menasha; she enjoyed sewing, and cooking, she was a great cook.

She is survived by her daughter, Virginia (Dennis) Massey, Menasha, Wisconsin; three Grandchildren, Chris (Marion), Neenah, Wisconsin, Craig (Wendy), Sherwood, Wisconsin, and Carrie (Scott) Hogan, Seattle, Washington; eight Great Grandchildren, Samantha, Amanda, Tony, Brooklyn, Allison, Jack, Annalise, and Margaret “Maggie”; two step- Great Grandchildren, Michele, and Kyle; one sister, Arlene Babbitts, Appleton, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters and their spouses, and her special sister, Mabel.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday August 22, 2011 at ST. TIMOTHY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 473 7th Street, Menasha, with Rev. David Skarsten officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM until the hour of service. Interment will be at Highland Memorial Park.

Margaret’s family would like to thank Mary and Chad from the Hospice team from Theda Care, and all of the aids involved in her care. To Sherry, a “special” thank you for everything. You truly were sent to us from God, and were mom's Guardian Angel, and our pillar of strength. We will remember your kindness always.

“Dear Mom, I know the last three years haven’t been easy for you. I did the best I could to take care of you. I have also learned through this experience, you are a very loving and giving person, with a gentle soul. I hope you and dad are together and are both at peace”. Love always, Ginger
Wichmann Funeral Home
Tri-County Chapel
3212 S. Oneida St
Menasha, WI
(920) 831-9905