Edith Ann Byom, 85, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at Brookdale Senior Living surrounded by her family. Born on October 19, 1932, in Melrose, WI, she was the daughter of the late Harold E. and Catherine E. (Stoker) Tenner. On October 24, 1953, she married Wilford “Bill” Byom in Black River Falls, WI. They moved to Kenosha in 1959. Edith worked for Jockey International for six years as a computer operator. She then worked three years at First National Bank as an officer’s assistant. Most recently, she worked in the personnel department at Snap-On Tools for over 18 years, until her retirement on January 30, 1995. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling, flowers, pets, and genealogy. Edith is survived by her loving husband, Bill of Kenosha; four children, Debra (Jeffrey) Wazelle of Pleasant Prairie, Kathy (Dan) Naumann of Kenosha, Bruce (Connie) Byom of Hortonville, WI, and Kenneth Byom of Wauwatosa; ten grandchildren, Steven (Nora) Pierce, Jennifer (Ngu) Phan, Kelly (Jason) Netherton, Cole, Cara, Autumn, Holly and Chloe Byom, Jay and Blake Byom; and seven great-grandchildren, Caleb, Justin, Elise, Megan, Ashlyn, Samuel and Gavin. She is further survived by other beloved family, friends and her special dog, Lily. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Muriel Savage; and brother, William Tenner. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 26th, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park will follow. Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice in Edith’s name would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Edith’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sue Tenner Arntzen
February 3, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Edith's death and her ill health the past few years. My father, Stanley Tenner, was her father's brother. Edith and Bill came to visit my mother Dorothy Tenner in the years before her death. I will always remember their kindness in reconnecting with my Mom. It was deeply appreciated by both Mom and I. Thank you for the email notification. Unfortunately, my lack of computer skill lost the sender's email, so I hope at some point you will see this. Edith was a lovely, kind lady and I will miss her very much. Blessings to Bill and all the family.
Patti Rovik Kolek
January 23, 2018
The entire Rovik family is sorry to hear of the passing of Edith. She was a wonderful lady and a kind friend and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill and the entire family.
Rosa G
January 21, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to your family. May you draw on the comfort that only God gives through his loving promises to resurrect those who fall asleep in death. John 11:11-14, 43, 44. John 5:28,29.
Esther Stevens
January 21, 2018
I was saddened to hear of the death of my good friend Edith. We had many good years and lots of fun working together at Jockey. I am sorry I cannot attend the services. My deepest sympathies to Bill and the family.
David Lauer
January 21, 2018
Rest in peace, dear Edith. The reward for all of your life well lived in now yours. I have missed you recently at AMC-K, and I always had my day brightened when you came in. My heartfelt sympathies to Deb, Kathy, and all of the Byom family.