Marjorie J. “Midge” Schweitzer, 91, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Valley VNA. Midge was born on November 4, 1923 to Joseph and Margaret (Neugebauer) Meiers. On September 29, 1945 she was united in marriage to John F. Schweitzer in Appleton. She was a champion for the underprivileged, with a passionate focus on…
Continue ReadingMarjorie J. “Midge” Schweitzer, 91, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Valley VNA. Midge was born on November 4, 1923 to Joseph and Margaret (Neugebauer) Meiers. On September 29, 1945 she was united in marriage to John F. Schweitzer in Appleton.
She was a champion for the underprivileged, with a passionate focus on social justice. Midge responded to Appleton's need for transitional housing when she introduced Project Open Door in 1993, remodeling an empty convent for the homeless. She also served as a mentoring coordinator, helping the homeless prepare for independent living. For many years she chaired the St. Joseph Parish Social Concerns/Justice Committee. Midge was co-president of the Christ Child Society and served as co-director of Christ Child Camp, which served the developmentally disabled. Midge and her family prepared and served a community Easter dinner at St. Joseph Parish. She also served as coordinator of Fr. Glenn's Mission Club, organizing collections of supplies for shipment to the Capuchin Mission in Nicaragua. Midge received the Gaudium et Spes award from the Green Bay Diocese in 1999. She was a very active and outgoing person with a very soft heart and strong faith. Most of all, Midge was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. The special memories she made with her family and friends will always be treasured. She was a fantastic cook, loved playing cards, enjoyed music, dancing and a good practical joke.
Midge is survived by her husband of 69 years, John, ten children; Joel (Jane) Schweitzer, Peg (partner Bill Haag) Meltz, Patti (Rick) Hayes, Kris (Dave) Mader, Jim (Deb) Schweitzer, Susan (partner Joe Hotyinski) Lee, Lori (Tom) Gray, Jeff (Kathy) Schweitzer, Kurt (Deb) Schweitzer, Tom (Charla) Schweitzer, 28 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, a sister Dorothy Grade, sister-in-law, Jane Fischer, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Midge was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Jack Schweitzer, a great granddaughter Lily Eversen, a daughter-in-law, Brenda Schweitzer, a brother, Jack (Sally) Meiers, and brothers-in-law; Earl Grade and Dan Schweitzer, and sisters-in-law; Bernice Buzanowski and Reta Timmers.
The funeral liturgy will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at 11:00 AM at ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH, 410 W. Lawrence St. with Fr. Jim Leary, O.F. M. Cap. officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the service at the church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com.
Memorials may be made to LEAVEN. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the wonderful, loving and supportive caregivers at Valley VNA.
Kris
left a message on January 2, 2015:
Thanks Sherry. She was a truly amazing mom and I'm so blessed to have had her for all these years
Lori
left a message on December 23, 2014:
Thanks so much. That means a lot to our family
Roger & Dawn Kenneavy
left a message on December 22, 2014:
Sending prayers and hugs. All our love, Roger & Dawn
Jane Qastin
left a message on December 21, 2014:
Dear Mr. Schweitzer(Joseph) and family, Midge's legacy for all of us is to think less of ourselves and more of the needs of our fellow human family. May she rest in His Eternal Peace and you be comforted by fond memories and prayers from friends. Jane and Abe Qastin ,St. Joseph Parish
Wes & Janel Novak
left a message on December 21, 2014:
As out of state in-laws of one of her granddaughters, we didn't know her well, but we extend our deepest sympathy to the Schweitzer family at her passing. We know you all have many wonderful memories to see you through this difficult time.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Katie Coenen
left a message on December 21, 2014:
I feel blessed to have known your Mother, and all the beautiful people she and John created. What an incredible legacy. Xoxo
Paul and Michelle Coenen
left a message on December 20, 2014:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Schweitzer family at your time of loss. Midge was a great lady, her memory will be cherished.
Barbara Scholtz
left a message on December 20, 2014:
The heavens are rejoicing over your beloved wife/mother Midge joining the other saints in heaven. May she rest in peace. Dutch and Barbara Scholtz
Sherry bassett
left a message on December 19, 2014:
Jim and I are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I got to know her through Carol Theiss and Page One.. Also Brenda spoke very highly of her. Love and prayers, Sherry and Jim Bassett
Dan Garvey
left a message on December 18, 2014:
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Kathy & Dave
left a message on December 18, 2014:
Jeff & Kathy and family,
You have our sympathy, our prayers and love.
Kathy and Dave Hermus
Sue & Richard Gallagher
left a message on December 18, 2014:
All our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss seeing her at 6:30 Mass!
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Kris
left a message on January 2, 2015:
Thanks Sherry. She was a truly amazing mom and I'm so blessed to have had her for all these years
Lori
left a message on December 23, 2014:
Thanks so much. That means a lot to our family
Roger & Dawn Kenneavy
left a message on December 22, 2014:
Sending prayers and hugs. All our love, Roger & Dawn
Jane Qastin
left a message on December 21, 2014:
Dear Mr. Schweitzer(Joseph) and family, Midge's legacy for all of us is to think less of ourselves and more of the needs of our fellow human family. May she rest in His Eternal Peace and you be comforted by fond memories and prayers from friends. Jane and Abe Qastin ,St. Joseph Parish
Wes & Janel Novak
left a message on December 21, 2014:
As out of state in-laws of one of her granddaughters, we didn't know her well, but we extend our deepest sympathy to the Schweitzer family at her passing. We know you all have many wonderful memories to see you through this difficult time.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Katie Coenen
left a message on December 21, 2014:
I feel blessed to have known your Mother, and all the beautiful people she and John created. What an incredible legacy. Xoxo
Paul and Michelle Coenen
left a message on December 20, 2014:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Schweitzer family at your time of loss. Midge was a great lady, her memory will be cherished.
Barbara Scholtz
left a message on December 20, 2014:
The heavens are rejoicing over your beloved wife/mother Midge joining the other saints in heaven. May she rest in peace. Dutch and Barbara Scholtz
Sherry bassett
left a message on December 19, 2014:
Jim and I are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I got to know her through Carol Theiss and Page One.. Also Brenda spoke very highly of her. Love and prayers, Sherry and Jim Bassett
Dan Garvey
left a message on December 18, 2014:
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Kathy & Dave
left a message on December 18, 2014:
Jeff & Kathy and family,
You have our sympathy, our prayers and love.
Kathy and Dave Hermus
Sue & Richard Gallagher
left a message on December 18, 2014:
All our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss seeing her at 6:30 Mass!
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