Helen M. Schindler, 87, of Kenosha, passed Wednesday, December 10th, 2008, at Grande Prairie Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Kenosha on February 27, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Ignatious and Anna (Jankowski) Laurinitis. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, she was educated in local schools. She married William Schindler at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on March 24, 1945. He preceded her in death on February 27, 1986. While working in Defense Factories during WWII, she also spent time as a volunteer for the Red Cross Nurses Aides at St. Catherine’s Hospital from 1942 until 1945, earning her 500 hour service pin. When her husband returned from the Air Force, they spent their time in food service. For six years she worked as a food demonstrator at various stores in Kenosha. After retirement, she and her husband enjoyed traveling and visiting their sons, especially in Alaska. She loved being a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, she continued to volunteer in the Senior Program’s at schools and nutrition sites, and also volunteered at Kenosha Hospital earning her 150 hour pin. Helen was an avid Green Bay Packer and Wisconsin Badger fan and also enjoyed playing cribbage. Surviving are her two sons and daughters-in-law, William P. (Aida) Schindler of Anchorage, AK, and Laurence C. (Lee) Schindler of Fox Lake, IL; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Cleophius; four sisters, Ann Johnson, Josephine Pflugrad, Victoria Siegziak, and Mary Chambers; and two sisters in infancy, Elizabeth and Frances. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 13th, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Saturday at St. Anne’s Church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Anne’s Catholic Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Helen’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
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Anonymous
It was very good to see you all today. Your Mother was a very special and beautiful lady. I know her memories will remain in your hearts.
Philip Villani and Family
December 13, 2008
Dear Bill, Larry and families,My family and I send our sincerest sympathies for the loss of your mother. I have such fond childhood memories of your mother and father spending time with me, one of their numerous godchildren. I fondly recall how your mother adored her sister, Josephine my grandmother, and would tease her a little the way sisters and brothers that love one another often do. I am saddened by her departure from her earthly life here with us, but I am happy to know that they are embracing one another again in heaven.With much affection and a sad heart,Phil
Lori (Becker) Mauser
December 10, 2008
The Love Grandma Schindler has will go on for eternity. Her sweet smile and loving hugs could always light up a room. She will be sadly missed and always Loved. I have such wonderful memories with her that I will cherish forever. I love you very much Grandma, thank you for being a part of my life.Love and hugs to Grandma and the family and friends who will miss her greatly,Mike, Lori and the girls