Terry Markowski, 64, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2011, peacefully at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls, WI, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in McKeesport, PA, on February 26, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Murphy) Worek. She was educated in the schools of Pennsylvania, coming to Kenosha in 1981 to make her home. On May 6, 1982 she married Ronald Markowski in Waukegan, IL. He passed away on July 9, 2009. For over 20 years Terry worked for Kenosha County Joint Services as Records Manager. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church and enjoyed cooking and traveling. Most of all she enjoyed being with her grandchildren and spending time with friends. Surviving are her five children, Laurie (Lou) Somogyi of Granger, IN, Pete (Amy) Markowski of Kenosha, Michele (Todd) Schaetz of Waldo, WI, Matt (Lori Efinger) Markowski of Gurnee, IL, and Ryan (Amanda) Markowski of Kenosha; her seven grandchildren, Collette, Anthony, Payton, J.T., Madison, Reagan and Curtis; and a brother, Kevin Worek of Pennsylvania. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Froedtert Hospital Cancer Center staff. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 2nd, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Saturday at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Monday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Froedtert Hospital Foundation, Inc., 9200 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522, or the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Terry’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Donald Groch
May 7, 2011
Please accept my condolences. I'm so sorry to see that you lost both your parents ( or step parents ) so early in their lives. How tragic is that. I have very good memories of both Ronnie and Terri visiting Art and Alice on July 4th. I enjoyed their company. Don Groch
John Seiber
May 5, 2011
Pete, Ryan and Matt,The only way I hear bad news from back home is the internet. I was sorry to read about your Mother. I will keep all of you in my prayers.John
Nancy and Fred Workman
May 4, 2011
To the family of Terry Lynn We were so sorry to hear about your mother. Though we haven't seen her for a very long time I remember her hanging out with my brother Bill, Chuckie and Betty Ann (the cousins four). You are all in our prayers. Remember the good times.
David Massaro
May 2, 2011
I am so sorry to here about the passing of Terry. Back in school she was a true friend. Will be missed dearly
The Schaetz Family
May 1, 2011
Todd,Michelle and J.T. Sorry no one from the Green Bay Schaetz family was able to attend the services for your Mom Terry. You have our sympathy and will keep her in our prayers.
Mary Alice Hurst
April 30, 2011
Michele, I am very sorry to hear your mom has passed. I remember her as a wonderful person who was always very kind to all your friends. Keep your memories strong, you will have them forever. Even though this is so hard, remember she is finally at peace with the Lord.
Corinne Fleming
April 29, 2011
Michele, My deepest sympathies on the passing of you mother. She was a very strong and kind woman. I will be thinking of you ,Matt and Ryan in the days ahead. Sincerely, Corinne
Matt Weiler
April 29, 2011
Matt and Ryan I am sorry to hear that Terry has passed away.Matt Weiler
Colette Czerniec
April 29, 2011
Laurie, I am so sorry for your loss. The news came as quite a shock. I've been battling my own cancer and can only imagine everything your mother has gone through. My heart goes out to you. I was always inspired by your mother and continue to be. Regards, Colette
Susan Nielsen
April 29, 2011
I got to know Terry through St. Joe's football. We rode home on the bus from LaCrosse in '94 after the monumental game. We were on a win high, and we talked and talked and talked and really got to know each other. She and Coach were such wonderful people. I am blessed to have known them both. You sorrow is shared by many, many people.....
Will Robinson (cousin)
April 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this terrible time. I have not seen Terry in very long time, as adulthood took us in very different directions. Your Mother was a bright, shining light to everyone who knew her. That light has now dimmed on earth but glows ever brighter in the Kingdom of God, where she joins family and friends in everlasting life.
Vanessa Becker
April 29, 2011
Ryan, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom, She was always a welcoming, strong hearted women, that always made me feel at home when I came around you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. Your Alaska Friend, Vanessa Becker
Denise Dietsche
April 28, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Terry's illness and passing. Her kind and helpful spirit will carry on in the Kingdom of Heaven. I was fortunate to work with her at the PSB. My sincere condolences to her family, I know she will be greatly missed.