Rita A. (Steckbauer) Medland, 80, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2014 surrounded by family at Christian Community Home in Hudson, WI. Born September 22, 1934, in Oshkosh, to William and Mary Steckbauer, Rita received her degree from Wisconsin-Oshkosh and spent many years teaching English at both Appleton East and Appleton West High…
Continue ReadingRita A. (Steckbauer) Medland, 80, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2014 surrounded by family at Christian Community Home in Hudson, WI.
Born September 22, 1934, in Oshkosh, to William and Mary Steckbauer, Rita received her degree from Wisconsin-Oshkosh and spent many years teaching English at both Appleton East and Appleton West High Schools, retiring in 1994. She married Thomas Medland in 1988 and they split their time between Appleton and Surprise, Arizona for many years.
Rita is survived by her children, Robert (Karen Gallagher) Macke, San Francisco, California; Daniel (Regina) Macke, Appleton; Carolyn Baumann, Minneapolis, Minnesota; Christine (Ryan) Nielsen, Hudson; their father, Robert Macke of Appleton; and Meredith (Timothy) Sasseen, Del Mar, California; siblings Margaret Steckbauer, Appleton; JoAnn Hammen, Little Chute; Paul (Mary) Steckbauer, Appleton; Virginia (Ernst) Lisek, Oshkosh; and James Steckbauer, Overgaard, Arizona.
Rita enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, Alex and Lauren Macke, Griffin and Ella Baumann, Hannah and Jacob Nielsen, and Natalie and Nathan Macke. She also enjoyed golfing with many friends, attending aerobic dance classes, traveling, walking and reading. She was an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Appleton and donated many hours of her time at the Salvation Army and to various church functions.
Rita is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Thomas Medland; sister, Mary Steckbauer Thompson; brother-in-law, Lou Thompson; brother, William Steckbauer; and brother-in-law, Gene Hammen.
The funeral liturgy will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, November 21, 2014 at St. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 312 S. State Street, Appleton. A time of visitation will be held on Friday from 8:30 AM until the time of the service at church. Interment will be held immediately after the service at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Appleton. A reception will follow at Riverview Gardens in Appleton. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com.
The family would like to thank Cindy Ulrichsen of Home Instead Senior Care for being Rita's caregiver for the past year.
Please make memorial donations in the name of CFFVR/Memory Project Operations Fund.
Cheryl Eisch Thomas
left a message on March 14, 2015:
I'm sos orry to hear of the loss of Rita. My Condolences to Bob (Robert) Macke and the entire Macke family.
Cheryl Thomas (Cheri Eisch)
Joan
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We knew Rita to be a strong and intelligent woman, and a loving mother and grandmother to her family. She took good care of herself and was fortunate enough to maintain her physical health almost to the end. We enjoyed Tom and Rita's visits through the years at our home BBQ'S, and we will miss you much Rita (may you rest in peace.) Love Joan & Ed Gallagher
Lisa Thompson
left a message on November 18, 2014:
My condolences in the loss of such a remarkable woman. I have fond memories of being in her class. She taught me to read, interpret and appreciate Shakespeare, no easy task with high school students. She touched many lives.
Tim Medland
left a message on November 17, 2014:
Rita was married to my brother Tom for 25 years and the perfect person for him. She was always a joy to be around because of her kindness and true love of mankind.
I know she is in a better place and hopefully watching the next Notre Dame win with Tom.
Love,
Your Brother In Law
Tim
Rich Meyer
left a message on November 17, 2014:
She was my Homeroom teacher and my teacher as well. She was a great person and educator.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Mark Seghers
left a message on November 17, 2014:
Rita was a caring teacher that demanded excellence from her students. I remember her well, and appreciate what she taught me about English, and about working hard to achieve results.
Cliff & Betty Nielsen
left a message on November 16, 2014:
Rita's daughter, Christine, is married to our son, Ryan. We enjoyed her so much and loved spending time with her! So blessed that we spent last Christmas with her - she was such a joy and I will always remember her as she was that day! We want to extend our sympathy to Bob & Dan and their families, as we've not had contact with them! Christine & Carolyn and families, you know how sad we are for you!
Cindy Ulrichsen
left a message on November 16, 2014:
Missing the heck out of you my special friend Rita!!!! Love you so much, so glad that I was blessed with getting to know you! :-) Prayers out to your loving family............... they truly are a wonderful bunch!
Ryan Nielsen
left a message on November 15, 2014:
To a great lady who raised four great kids, and my terrific mother-in-law, you will be missed Rita.
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Cheryl Eisch Thomas
left a message on March 14, 2015:
I'm sos orry to hear of the loss of Rita. My Condolences to Bob (Robert) Macke and the entire Macke family.
Cheryl Thomas (Cheri Eisch)
Joan
left a message on November 20, 2014:
We knew Rita to be a strong and intelligent woman, and a loving mother and grandmother to her family. She took good care of herself and was fortunate enough to maintain her physical health almost to the end. We enjoyed Tom and Rita's visits through the years at our home BBQ'S, and we will miss you much Rita (may you rest in peace.) Love Joan & Ed Gallagher
Lisa Thompson
left a message on November 18, 2014:
My condolences in the loss of such a remarkable woman. I have fond memories of being in her class. She taught me to read, interpret and appreciate Shakespeare, no easy task with high school students. She touched many lives.
Tim Medland
left a message on November 17, 2014:
Rita was married to my brother Tom for 25 years and the perfect person for him. She was always a joy to be around because of her kindness and true love of mankind.
I know she is in a better place and hopefully watching the next Notre Dame win with Tom.
Love,
Your Brother In Law
Tim
Rich Meyer
left a message on November 17, 2014:
She was my Homeroom teacher and my teacher as well. She was a great person and educator.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Mark Seghers
left a message on November 17, 2014:
Rita was a caring teacher that demanded excellence from her students. I remember her well, and appreciate what she taught me about English, and about working hard to achieve results.
Cliff & Betty Nielsen
left a message on November 16, 2014:
Rita's daughter, Christine, is married to our son, Ryan. We enjoyed her so much and loved spending time with her! So blessed that we spent last Christmas with her - she was such a joy and I will always remember her as she was that day! We want to extend our sympathy to Bob & Dan and their families, as we've not had contact with them! Christine & Carolyn and families, you know how sad we are for you!
Cindy Ulrichsen
left a message on November 16, 2014:
Missing the heck out of you my special friend Rita!!!! Love you so much, so glad that I was blessed with getting to know you! :-) Prayers out to your loving family............... they truly are a wonderful bunch!
Ryan Nielsen
left a message on November 15, 2014:
To a great lady who raised four great kids, and my terrific mother-in-law, you will be missed Rita.
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