Schumacker, Evelyn

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• Obituary: 18 Apr 2010; Appleton Post Crescent

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Evelyn Rose Romenesko has left us to join her beloved son Gary. The world has lost a beautiful lady. The firstborn of John and Agnes Schumacher, Evelyn arrived into this world on November 4th, 1937. She was born at the Schumacher family farm, the oldest of eight children. On March 2, 1957 she married DuWayne Romenesko. Their wedding was a dual celebration as DuWayne's sister Vera married Bill Hofacker Jr. on that same day. Together, Evelyn and DuWayne had four beautiful children, Gary, Keith, Rick and Dawn. Throughout their marriage they ran a family farm, trucked hay and eventually went on to build, own and operate Romy's Nitengale.
It's so difficult to sum up the life of such a great and wonderful lady in a few sentences or paragraphs, but we will try. She was the type of person we all aspire to be. She was a kind, caring, generous, compassionate, sympathetic, understanding, sweet, thoughtful and hard working lady. And she was beautiful to look at with her gorgeous blue eyes, blonde hair and flawless fair skin. Her beauty was not only on the outside, it was in as well. She was such a gracious hostess. Whenever you came to her house, she always made you feel so welcomed. As in the old farmer's tradition, she always wanted to feed you. And who could resist her homemade bread or luscious cookies? She was quite the cook, being able to whip up a fabulous meal at the drop of a dime. If that wasn't enough, her candy dish on her family room counter was always filled. When visiting, Ev would insist on entertaining you with a ride or walk around their many ponds or take you fishing on them. She also liked to take you gambling or playing bingo. For 49 years her sidekick and loyal friend, Eppie Uhlenbrauck shared many of these moments with her. Their's was a true, admired and beautiful friendship.
Throughout her lifetime, Evelyn was such a hard worker. When Romy's was established and built in 1962 by DuWayne, Walter and Ruth, it was not uncommon to see Ev with a hammer in her hand right along side the guys. When they built their two houses, same thing. No project was too big or too hard for her. In the early days of Romy's, when the equipment in the kitchen was archaic, long hard hours of labor to get those meals out to the hundreds of weddings held there never stopped her or gave her reason to complain. She forged ahead and helped to make it a successful business. She loved the people, she loved to make everyone happy. She knew them all by first name and never missed an opportunity to make them feel welcome. She was the best in the business! A true Christian, she never failed to lend a helping hand to someone in need. She always put everyone else's needs and concerns before her own. She also loved children and treated each and every one like they were her own grandkids. Being the "oldest" of the Schumacher family, she was never afraid to remind her siblings of that fact and that they had better "listen," and listen they did! She was their "big sis" in the true sense of the words. She taught them many great things. They lovingly dubbed her the "white tornado," for when any project arose either at one of their homes, or out at the Schumacher family farm, she worked with a drive that was hard to duplicate. She was truly an amazing lady whom we'll all miss forever!
She is survived by her husband, DuWayne, her three children, Keith (fiance' Dawn Moore) Rick (Cheryl) Romenesko and Dawn (Steve) Balthazor: her eight beautiful grandkids whom she loved with all her heart: Lori (Kyle) Klisiewicz, Lisa (Jamie) Smith, Craig (Lindsey)Romenesko, Ashley (fiance Will) Romenesko, Ben (Tonya) Romenesko, Danielle (fiance' Tanner) Romenesko, Chad (friend Kristin) Balthazor, Erik (friend Holly) Balthazor. She also has two great-grandkids, Ryker Smith and Faith Romenesko. She was so excited about Ben and Tonya's twin boys who are due to arrive this spring. She is also survived by Vera Hofacker, Dave Wilson, Vern (Karen), Bing, Ivol (Lorrane) and Linda Romenesko, and Jan (Ken) Frederickson. Ray, Don (Willy), Joe (Cindy) Schumacher, Irene (Dan) Horn, Delores (Ron) Sedo and Margaret Strutz and many nieces and nephews too numerous to mention.
She was preceded in death by her son Gary in 2003, her parents John and Agnes Schumacher, parents in-law, Walter and Ruth, brother Robert, family members Darrel, Butch, Cathy and Travis Romenesko, Bud and William Hofacker Jr., Darhl and Joan Schumacher, Kristy Frassetto and Tim Strutz.
Evelyn, we will miss you dearly. The world was a much kinder place with you in it. Rest assured, in your name, that Keith and Dawn will continue the Romy's legacy of great food and service. Since they have taken over Romy's, they have done exactly that, and we know you were always so proud of that fact. Rick carries on your great lessons in his line of work as well. You were so proud of all your children and loved them with all your heart: as they did you.
Funeral services for Evelyn will be held on Monday, December 20, 2010 at St. Edward's Parish in Mackville with the Rev. Jim Vanden Hogen, a dear and loved family friend, officiating. Visitation will be from 12 noon to time of service at 5:30. Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com.
"We say good-bye Mom, we will miss you so much, your pretty smile, your kisses and hugs. We were so happy that your final days were spent at my house surrounded by your family and friends that you loved so very much. We can't thank you enough for what you have taught us in life on how to love and care for people. You were the BEST!! We will miss our "Homemade Bread Fairy" and your homemade potatoe pancakes. Please give Gary a hug for us and know that we will NEVER forget your love that you gave us....We love you so much...Keith, Rick and Dawn."
The family would like to thank Thedacare Hospice, Arc Angels Homecare, Rev Tom Fritz, Eppie, Jan Frederickson, DeeDee Ort, Bonnie and Julie, Lois Grode and Mom's three beautiful sisters, for their love and caring in Mom's last days.
Read more: http://www.postcrescent.com/article/20101218/APC010301/12180555/Romenesko-Evelyn-Rose#ixzz18UtHTBSD

Evelyn married Romenesko, DuWayne 2 Mar 1957, Little Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. DuWayne (son of Romenesko, Walter Matthew and VandenHeuvel, Ruth Alberta) was born 16 Apr 1937, Freedom, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 29 May 2015, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried 3 Jun 2015, St. Edward Catholic Cemetery, Mackville, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

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• Occupation: Bef 22 Jan 2003; owner and manager of Romy’s Nitingale in Black Creek
• Obituary: 23 Jan 2003; Appleton Post Crescent

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owner and manager of Romy’s Nitingale in Black Creek

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See Image Romenesko, Gary William, Bla ck CreekAge 45, passed away January 22, 2003 at Cherry Meadows Hospice, after a lo ng and courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born on April 28, 1957 in A ppleton; the son of DuWayne and Evelyn (Schumacher) Romenesko. Gary gradua ted from Hortonville High School in 1975. On August 12, 1978, he married M elissa Bubolz of Appleton. Gary was co-owner and manager of Romy's Nitinga le in Black Creek. He volunteered for the Black Creek Fire Department a nd Black Creek Rescue. He has served as assistant Fire Chief and Fire Insp ector in the Village of Black Creek. Gary loved life and the outdoor s. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, spending time with family and frien ds and going on "cation" to his cottage up north. He created a lifeti me of wonderful memories for those who have known him.He is survived by his wife, Melissa; two daughters: Lori and Lisa; parent s, DuWayne and Evelyn Romenesko, Black Creek; two brothers: Keith Romenesk o, Appleton; and Rick (Cheryl) Romenesko, Greenville; a sister, Dawn (Stev e) Balthazor, Black Creek; his grandmother, Agnes Schumacher, Little Chut e; his parents-in-law, Lowell and Deloris Bubolz, Appleton; three brothers -in-law: Dan (Linda) Bubolz, Black Creek; Kevin (Cindy) Bubolz, Menasha; a nd Jeff (Margaret) Bubolz, Fremont; 12 nieces and nephews: Craig, Ashle y, Ben and Danielle Romenesko; Chad and Erik Balthazor; and Sarah, Jaso n, Emilie, Michael, David and Peter Bubolz; and a very special friend, D on Beyer, Black Creek. Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents: Wal ter and Ruth Romenesko, and John Schumacher.Gary will be fondly remembered for his generosity and strength of characte r. His sense of humor, caring and compassion for others is an inspirati on to many despite the challenges he faced. When we think of Gary, we wi ll remember the love he shared and how he has made a difference in the wor ld to so many people.Gary's family would like to express special thanks to Dr. Anthony Phillip s, Dr. Jeffery Klingbeil, the nursing staff at Martha Siekman Cancer Cente r, the nursing staff of 3 South Oncology at Appleton Medical Center, Jani ce Williams of Thedacare at Home, Thedacare Hospice, Cherry Meadows Hospic e, Pastor Stephen Schlicht and Black Creek Rescue. Their care, compassi on and sincere warmth in caring for Gary will never be forgotten. A warm t hank you is also extended to family and friends who have loved Gary and ha ve offered their loving support.The Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 25, 2003 at 11 a.m. at Imman uel Evengelical Lutheran Church, 201 E. Birch St., Black Creek, with Re v. Stephen Schlicht officiating. The visitation will be Friday, January 2 4, 2003 at the Valley Funeral Home from 4 until 8 p.m. and again on Saturd ay at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial wi ll be in Highland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has b een established.Valley Funeral Home 2211 N. Richmond St. 733-5435 *Serving as would be Ser ved*

Gary married Bubolz, Melissa (daughter of Bubolz, Lowell and Unknown, Delores) [Group Sheet]

Keith married Beyer, Ann [Group Sheet]

Rick married Huebner, Cheryl [Group Sheet]

Dawn married Balthazor, Steven [Group Sheet]

Benjamin married Schnell, Tanya (daughter of Schnell, Terry and Wasmer, Debra) [Group Sheet]