Louise Mae Anderson, 84, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2009, at Aurora Medical Center. Born on April 4, 1925, in Bristol, WI, she was the daughter of the late Alzo and Aurora (Wienke) Nelson. She resided in Racine and Kenosha her entire life. On February 3, 1951, she married Robert Anderson in Racine. She had been employed for 16 years with the Racine Unified School District and later for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for 15 years. Louise was a member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Bristol; for over 20 years she was in the Wisconsin Friendship Chorus, for 13 years a volunteer at the Bohemian Schoolhouse, for 15 years a volunteer for Lincoln Lutheran Homes, 10 years a volunteer at R.S.V.P., a member of the National, State and Kenosha Assoc. for Home, Community and Education, she was also a member of United Methodist Women. Surviving are her husband, Robert; four children, Jan (Susan) Anderson of San Jose, CA, Joseph (Cathy) Anderson of Kenosha, Peggy Rogers of Kansasville, WI, and Barb (Jeff) Roedema of Racine, WI; 18 grandchildren, Aurora, Erik, Jamie, Michael, Lester, Richard, Amy, Jason, Bradley, Ashley, DeeDee, Kim, Liz, Kayla, Christina, Lamont, Robert and Bria; 15 great-grandchildren; and foster grandma to many children; three brothers, Lloyd (Pearl) Nelson of Bristol, LeRoy (Donna) Nelson of Lake Mills, WI, and Gary (Carol) Nelson of Bristol; a sister-in-law, Val Nelson of Bristol; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Dale Nelson. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the Nursing Staff of Wheaton Franciscan, Doctor's and Nursing staff at Aurora Medical Center and Brenda at Woodstock Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 31st, at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, 10239-136th Avenue, Bristol, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at South Bristol Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Friday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Louise’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneral home.com
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Anonymous
Sherry and I were terribly saddened when we heard of Louise's passing. I have wonderful memories of growing up and playing with the Anderson kids and spending some wonderful Saturday nights together while our parents played cards. Your Mom was always a blessing to me and always had a big smile and a laugh to share, even during the times when my own mom was dying from cancer. I know that Sherry, from the time she met Louise some twenty years ago, just loved her. My wife loves to laugh and Louise shared that passion. She was a special part of our wedding, making the most beautiful and delicious wedding cake we ever had and her participation left an indelible mark on our wedding. We treasure our memories of Louise, as I am sure you all do. We rejoice for the years we had with her and take comfort in knowing that she is with others who cared for her as well, including my mom and dad, watching over us with the love we knew while they were here with us.May God continue to bless you and your families.Love, Todd, Sherry, Hannah and Henry Baxter
BJ and MaryAnn Messier
Louise was a very good woman as was Ruth in the Bible. Her kindness, knowledge, helpfulness and enduring energy will always be remembered.Our prayers go out to Louise's family members at this time of personal loss. God Bless
Tammy Watkins
July 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.For she is sleeping now but she always will be very near,just close your eyes and she will be there always and forever.