Marjorie A. (Koenig) Donovan, of Kaukauna, died on June 23, 2014, in Appleton while peacefully listening to Andrea Bocelli sing “Con te Partiro” and “Ave Maria” and being surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie was born in Marshfield to Andrew & Marcella (Folz) Koenig on January 31, 1938, and was a 1956 graduate of Columbus…
Continue ReadingMarjorie A. (Koenig) Donovan, of Kaukauna, died on June 23, 2014, in Appleton while peacefully listening to Andrea Bocelli sing “Con te Partiro” and “Ave Maria” and being surrounded by her loving family.
Marjorie was born in Marshfield to Andrew & Marcella (Folz) Koenig on January 31, 1938, and was a 1956 graduate of Columbus High School in Marshfield. After living in Appleton for several years, Marjorie moved to Kaukauna in 1972 to raise her five children. She married Joe Donovan in 1985. After earning her degree in nursing from University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1974, she worked as a Registered Nurse at Appleton Medical Center for twenty years.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, politics, worldwide travel, cheering the Packers, her wildflower garden, decorating, and entertaining in her home. She loved antiques and that interest eventually led to the opening of On The Avenue Antique Mall in Appleton, where her passion was evident to and shared with all who ever visited. Those who knew her admired her style and grace; she was truly an elegant lady.
Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Eugene (Anne) Koenig; a daughter, Sharon Blum; a stepson, Joey Donovan; a sister-in-law, Anne Koenig; brothers-in-law, Frank Williams and Keith Opdahl; and nephews Ted Koenig and Kevin Williams.
Marjorie is survived by her husband, Joseph Donovan of Kaukauna; daughters: Victoria (Lee) Mothes of Kaukauna; Karen (Jay) Schleis of Cameron; Ann (Brian) Kox of Wausaukee; a son, Michael (Judy) Blum of Clintonville; sisters: Arlene (Herman) Kaufman and Carol Williams of Mosinee; grandchildren Katherine Mothes, Alison (Rodney) Zimmerman, Madeleine Mothes, Jena Schleis, Daniel Schleis, Garret Schleis, Sam Julian, Dylan Kox, Mackinnley Kox, and Addison Kox; and a great grandson Junah Zimmerman.
She also leaves behind Joe's mother, Ines Donovan; his brothers Tony and Mike Donovan; his sister Martha Opdahl: and his children Joey (deceased) (Rhea) Donovan and their children Abby, McKenna, Brady, and granddaughter Amaia; Tony (Connie) Donovan and their children Sophie, Katie, Henry and Maggie; Maria (David) Harland and their son Grayson; and special friends Sherry and Dennis Ahlman. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation to the cancer research center of your choice. Condolences may be left in Marjorie's online guestbook at www.wichmannfargo.com.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the caring and professional staffs at UW Carbone Cancer Center, the oncology department at UW Hospital, Madison, and the oncology and ICU departments at Appleton Medical Center.
There will be a family remembrance for Marjorie at a later date.
Fadir
left a message on August 11, 2016:
Victoria Blum Mothes
left a message on July 24, 2014:
Thank you, Wilma! Attaching a photo from 4th grade -- that was probably right around the time you first knew her. I am Marjorie's eldest and I remember visiting Grandma & Grandpa Koenig's house... still drive by whenever I'm in Marshfield. Do you still live next door? --Vicki
Wilma Boulieu
left a message on June 27, 2014:
My sympathy to all of Marjorie\'s family She was living next door, when she grew up.She was about 8 years old when I first knew her She baby sat for my girls when she got older.Such a lovely child.I have many fond memories of the Koenig family.God Bless them all
Mike Holborn
left a message on June 26, 2014:
Years ago while I was a landscape crew foreman I planted an espalier fruit tree along garage. And then a few years later granddaughter Ali bought coffee house business from me. One word to describe my encounters w/ Marjorie? Class!
Gloria Jeanne Klein
left a message on June 25, 2014:
"Those who knew her admired her style and grace; she was truly an elegant lady." This so perfectly describes Marjorie, a beautiful woman with a beautiful spirit. She treated people with caring and respect, making each feel accepted and valued for who they are. I also appreciated her sense of humor, and her ability to tell a great story! It was always a wonderful time, and frequently a learning experience, talking with Marjorie. She had that effect on people, you walked away each time having enjoyed yourself, and knowing more, and in one way or another, a better person for having spent time with her. She truly was a shining light and a role model for me as well as for many others. I feel so fortunate that she touches and graced my life!
Our hearts go out to Joe, an extraordinary and wonderful man; we are so very sorry for your pain and loss, and the tragic ending to your beautiful love story. Our hearts also go out to Vicki, and Ann, and Karen, and Michael, and all your families during this saddest of times. May the love that surrounds and supports you also help you to find comfort and peace.
Offering our heartfelt condolences and prayers from Jeanne, Terry, Joshua, Tessa and Rachel Klein
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Fadir
left a message on August 11, 2016:
Victoria Blum Mothes
left a message on July 24, 2014:
Thank you, Wilma! Attaching a photo from 4th grade -- that was probably right around the time you first knew her. I am Marjorie's eldest and I remember visiting Grandma & Grandpa Koenig's house... still drive by whenever I'm in Marshfield. Do you still live next door? --Vicki
Wilma Boulieu
left a message on June 27, 2014:
My sympathy to all of Marjorie\'s family She was living next door, when she grew up.She was about 8 years old when I first knew her She baby sat for my girls when she got older.Such a lovely child.I have many fond memories of the Koenig family.God Bless them all
Mike Holborn
left a message on June 26, 2014:
Years ago while I was a landscape crew foreman I planted an espalier fruit tree along garage. And then a few years later granddaughter Ali bought coffee house business from me. One word to describe my encounters w/ Marjorie? Class!
Gloria Jeanne Klein
left a message on June 25, 2014:
"Those who knew her admired her style and grace; she was truly an elegant lady." This so perfectly describes Marjorie, a beautiful woman with a beautiful spirit. She treated people with caring and respect, making each feel accepted and valued for who they are. I also appreciated her sense of humor, and her ability to tell a great story! It was always a wonderful time, and frequently a learning experience, talking with Marjorie. She had that effect on people, you walked away each time having enjoyed yourself, and knowing more, and in one way or another, a better person for having spent time with her. She truly was a shining light and a role model for me as well as for many others. I feel so fortunate that she touches and graced my life!
Our hearts go out to Joe, an extraordinary and wonderful man; we are so very sorry for your pain and loss, and the tragic ending to your beautiful love story. Our hearts also go out to Vicki, and Ann, and Karen, and Michael, and all your families during this saddest of times. May the love that surrounds and supports you also help you to find comfort and peace.
Offering our heartfelt condolences and prayers from Jeanne, Terry, Joshua, Tessa and Rachel Klein
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