Margo M. Hansen, 67, of Kenosha, passed away recently. Born October 24, 1939, in Kenosha, WI, she was the daughter of Walter L. Hansen and Vera Van Wie. She attended school in Kenosha and graduated from Bradford High in 1957. On December 8, 1957, Margo married Bernard Chulew. They were married for 34 years and had three children: Max, Lisa and Rebecca. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be missed by many. Margo was a homemaker and devoted wife for many years. Later, Margo co-owned and worked at furniture stores including Decorator's Gallery in Sturtevant and New Image Furniture in Kenosha. She was a gifted decorator and interior designer. Margo loved to drive and often traveled around the United States, Canada and Mexico. She loved collecting antiques and dolls. She was a proud member of the Wisconsin Reform Party and had been a member since the early 1990's. Margo was also a dear friend of Bill W. Survivors include her daughters, Lisa Barrett and Rebecca Chulew; grandsons, Joshua and Jordan Barrett; granddaughter, Carli Genovese; nieces, Jessica (Ian) Satter, Carey (Casey) Kalicki, and Tara (Dewey Dillion) Dawley; and her nephew, Ryan Dawley. Margo was preceded in death by her ex-husband, Bernard Chulew; her sisters, Neta Owen and Gina Dawley; her brother, Keith Hansen; her son, Max Chulew; her father, Walter L. Hansen; and her mother, Vera Van Wie. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 14th, at Proko Funeral Home at 6:00 pm. Visitation will be on Tuesday at the funeral home from 4:00 pm until the time of the service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Margo’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Rachel Owen
Lisa, I'm sorry for your loss. We've been out of touch for a while. Please reply, I'd like to hear from you. Margo's passing marks the end of an era.
Steven J Sisk
Rebecca and family I am very sorry to hear of your moms passing. God's strength be with you. Sincerely, Steve
James F Ellis
We are so sorry for your loss, she was a great and classy lady.
Debbie Smith-Ricchio
Dear Lisa,I was sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom, it is always hard to lose a loved one, especially your Mom & Dad.I am sorry I couldn't make the service, but I have said a prayer for you and the family.Margo is finally at peace, and I think she will be welcomed with loving arms by your Dad.Peace be with you through this trying timeDebbie Smith-Ricchio
Jim H.
I only had the privilege of knowing Margo for a short time through RACO. What a wonderful lady, always so full of life, and kind words. She really made a deference in my recovery, just knowing there is hope, and Margo was a shinning example. My thoughts and prayers to the family.Jim H. RACO 12:15 Group
Jimmy Gillespie
Lisa,I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and that I could not come to the service. I hope to see you soon and hope that you're doing ok. Jimmy
Laurel R. Swencki
Margo has been an important part of my life of recovery for nine years. She has been an inspriration and I will miss her much. Your mom was a loving, caring person and helped many many people by her words of wisdom, experience, strength and hope. Thank you Margo!Laurel R. Swencki (RACO member)
Mary Bonaccorsi
I met Margo via a serendipitous meeting at the Piggly Wiggly.What followed were many conversations during which we shared our beliefs, enthusiasm and dreams with one another. I cherished Margo's serenity, wisdom and candor and I will try to carry the good that she stood for forward in my life.My thoughts and prayers are with all those who loved her.
ron l.
We, from the Racine Area Central Office (12:15pm group), are sincerely sorry to hear of Margo's passing. She will be missed by many, but no more so than by this "Friends of Bill" group. She was always a joy to be around and many were her words of wisdom and support that she freely passed on to those in need of them. She will be sorely missed!12:15pm RACO Friends of Bill
Marilyn Hautzinger
To Rebecca , and Lisa my condolence's the loss of your mother,to the Dawley ,children ,Jessica,Ryan,Carey and Tara,my sympathy ,at the loss of your Aunt Margo.She spoke of you often and loved you all so much.Margo was my little cousin ,we talked and laughed so much as children,as adults we shared our sorrows and joys in life . I shall keep her in my heart forever.
Charles
Dear Rebecca,My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I know what you are going through, it happened to me exactly one year ago this month.~ Charles
Robert & Debbie Cheshire
To Rebecca and family We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers due to the loss of your mother. The loss of a loved one is very hard to endure but, may your heart find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Robert & Debbie Cheshire
Linda Leake-Beard
Rebecca,I have fond memories of meeting your mother at the CustomDolls convention in 2002. She made me laugh and was the life of the party. My thoughts and prayers are with you.OOXXLinda..sewbarbie
Amy
I am very sorry to hear about your mom. She died at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathy Price
Rebecca and her family,My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.Just by reading her obituary,Rebecca,can see how muchyou were like your mother.You are in my prayers.Kathy,your my space friend
Heather, James and Alexander Oster
Margo was a true one of a kind, who lived life to the fullest. Those of us who spent time with Margo will never forget her. She will be missed.
Bob & Pat Kalicki & GiGi
We will miss Margo and her unique spirit and personality. We truly are thankful for her unrelenting and unconditional support of our family. Love to all of her family.
Debbie
August 20, 2007
My dear Rebecca, I heart goes out to you and yours. I will say a few extra prayers for all of you. I know that words cannot heal, but they can soothe the inner soul. Your Mom was so precious at the convention and I know she was VERY proud of you! She beamed about you every time we spoke! That's how I will remember your mom.God Bless all of you!Much love, Debbie
Gabe Sedloff
August 18, 2007
Margo was a classmate at Kenosha High School, and Bernie was a mutual friend. As we approach September, I am reminded of the many classmates who will be fondly remembered at our 50th reunion next month.My condolences to her family.
John Anderson
August 18, 2007
From a class of '57 member who remembers Margo fondly. I was looking forward to possibly seeing her at our 50th high school re-union.
Gail J. Graves (Brockner)
August 18, 2007
Lisa, Becky, Carli, and families,I am sincerely sorry to hear of your loss and deeply saddened that I could not personally express my condolences. You all are in my thoughts. If ever you need me, you know where I am. Gail
Kim & James Simonsen
August 17, 2007
To Margo's dear family, My husband and I have been blessed to know your mother for many years through RACO. Through good times, and not-so-good times, we grew a little older and a little wiser together. Margo believed very strongly in ALWAYS helping others less fortunate than herself, and she would go to any length necessary to do so. She will be dearly missed by so many! May it help to bring comfort to you in these dark times to know that a beautiful part of her will always live on in those she has helped (and those that they will help, and those that they will help...), not only at RACO, but around the country, every where she went. She has passed on so much love, courage, strength, and hope to so many, please know that it is being passed on to many more. And we hope that through our few words, James and I may pass a little of that love, courage, strength, and hope that your mother gave so unselfishly, back to you at this difficult time. She will be dearly missed by so very many. God bless and keep you all.