1920
2013
Anschel Warschau, age 93, of Sheboygan, died peacefully Thursday morning, June 13, 2013. He was born March 3, 1920, in Lodz, Poland to Pincus and Blima Warschau. He attended schools in his hometown, where his father was a baker and he was a baker's helper. After the Nazis invaded Poland in 1939, they created a Ghetto in Lodz under their control. Being 19, street-smart and resourceful, Anschel sought any work he could to feed himself and his family. When he was sent to Strogen, a labor camp near Danzig, in May 1942, his family had been disbursed, one not knowing where the other had been sent. From July 1942 to October 1944, he was in the Kowno Labor Camp, Roja Labor Camp, Gavesen Labor Camp, Metenes Concentration Camp in Riga, Latvia, Kaiserwald Concentration Camp, Latvia, Stutthof Concentration Camp in Stutthof, and Buchenwald Concentration Camp, Germany. In October 1944, he was in Troeglitz Concentration Camp in Germany, until he was sent to Theresienstadt Concentration Camp in Czechoslovakia in April of 1945, from which he was liberated in May 1945. Anschel traveled a bit throughout Europe. Eventually he made his way home to Lodz looking and hoping for any family or friends. He had lost his parents, two brothers and two sisters. Ultimately he found himself in a displaced persons camp in Feldafing, Germany where he worked as a policeman. It was there that he met Fela Jakubowicz and they were married on May 10, 1946. The couple, along with their daughter, Martha, immigrated to the United States and settled in Sheboygan in 1951.
Anschel was employed at Hayssen Mfg Co., until his retirement in 1985. Anschel wholeheartedly supported his wife, Fela's mission to educate others about their story of the Holocaust. He, too, felt passionately that his life's experiences should hold a place in history, and that people should know the truth of what happened. If asked, he would provide stories and details of the horrors he felt no one could ever believe. He was interviewed in the late 1970's for oral history documentation, and years later for Steven Spielberg's Shoah Foundation. On October 2, 2011, the Mead Public Library celebrated the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the Fela and Anschel Warschau Room created as the home of Sheboygan's Jewish Holocaust Collection. The Room opening celebration was held on September 16, 2001.
Starting in 1972, the year after their daughter, Martha moved to New York City, both he and Fela made yearly trips there, where they shared their love of theatre, activities and friends. Their reason to continue these yearly trips doubled when their younger daughter, Sally, also moved to New York.
Fela preceded Anschel in death on September 20, 2006.
Anschel was a faithful member of Congregation Beth El. Following Fela's death it was important for him to maintain his relationship with the Synagogue to continue the traditions that connected them to their faith and community.
He was a regular mall walker, where he met and made many friends over the years.
Anschel is survived by his daughters, Martha Warschau and Sally Warschau, of New York City, NY.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, June 16, 2013 at Beth El Synagogue, North Ave. & N. 10th St. Al Stessmann will officiate. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Sheboygan Hebrew Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.
Anschel will be greatly missed and remembered particularly for his radiant and ready smile, jovial manner, positive attitude, his perseverance and resilience.
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July 17, 2013
Angela Mertzig
My deepest sympathy to all family and friends. I had the honor of meeting Anschel when my daughter did a National History Day Project on the Holocaust. I have never meet 2 of the kindest most generous people in my life! It was a memorable interview for my daughter and I and one we will never forget. God Bless and many thanks .
July 15, 2013
James Hopke
June 26, 2013
Joan Bucheli
Dearest Martha and Sally:
I feel very sad that your dad has passed away, but content and honored to have known him. I'll remember his sweet and quiet charm, glowing smile and sense of humor. Now he is resting in eternal peace together with your beloved mother, who I was privileged to know also. May God Bless all of you.
With prayers and love,
June 22, 2013
Gilbert Kaat
Dearest Sally and Martha , Gib and I are so sorry to read today about your Dads passing. We are in Michigan.We will miss him dearly. Please stay in contact. We love you. Hugs Gib and Shelley Kaat
June 21, 2013
Bill Nottling
Martha & Sally, Your dad worked for me several years I don't think I have ever met a more sensative or caring person. You can be extremely proud of your father and his accomplishments
June 21, 2013
Robert Braglia
What a beautiful and respectful obituary - impossible to read and maintain a dry eye. Truly a story of unthinkable tragedy turned in to one of love, joy and EDUCATION, with the hope that no future generation will ever know such horror. Love and Peace to you, Anschel.
June 20, 2013
Martha and Sally,
All who knew Anschel will most certainly be saddened by the passing of one of God's beautiful human beings.
While at Hayssen I came to develop a great deal of respect for a man who had endured so much YET was so willing to give so much of himself to others. Anschel was an inspiration to all who were lucky enough to have known him.
Dan Jones (Retired Pres./CEO Hayssen)
June 19, 2013
Virginia Fabre-Hernandez
Martha and Sally,
Hubert, Nicole & I are devastated at the loss of your wonderful father.
I will never forget his engaging smile, which would light up a room. I'm so sorry over your loss. Please know that you can rely on us for support. You both are in my prayers. We love you and please feel free to call us at any time. God Bless you both. Love always, your friends in New York
June 19, 2013
Kathie Norman
The passing of Anschel is the passing of not just a fine person but also of an era - an era of selflessly reminding society of the definition of "humanity." He and Fela will both be missed by this community a lot.
June 17, 2013
Sandra Nytes
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father. I met both of your parents through someone who worked with your Dad at Hayseen. They both were wonderful and very interesting people. I feel very lucky to come to know them by name and to be able to visit with them when ever we could. This world is a better place to have had both of them in it. Be very proud of the both of them. Rest in peace and know that they are in Gods arms.
June 16, 2013
Kym Edler
I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a beautiful soul. Take comfort in knowing that now you have two very special guardian angels to watch over you. I'm honored to have met both Anschel and Fela.
June 16, 2013
Lisa Zastrow
Martha and Sally, I was so saddened by the death of Anschel. I didn't know him for that long but it was obvious how much you both loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you both during this most difficult time.
June 16, 2013
Sheldon Lewin
Sorry to hear of your loss. My father too was a Holocaust survivor from Lodz. He died 39 years ago at the age of 53 to Lou Gehrigs disease. May you only have the best memories of your father forever in your hearts.
Shalom
Martine and Sheldon Lewin 773 968 1960, Milwaukee, WI
June 16, 2013
Al&Judy Mueller
Sorry to hear about your father.my husband Al was friend of his.aften we used to see both your mother&dad walking at the mall,and we would talk with them.We will keep you in our prayers.
Al&judy Mueller
June 15, 2013
Monica Virant
God's Love and Blessings to you for all you suffered. Thank you for sharing your history so others will remember. My prayers are with you and your family.
June 15, 2013
Joel Biterman
Martha and Sally,
I am saddened to learn of your fathers passing. My memories of visiting your family as a child are fond ones. May your fathers memory be for a blessing . Zecher L'vracha!
June 15, 2013
George Braunstein
Anschel and his wife, Fela, were family to my wife Mary Ann who has known them since her childhood. Whenever we came to Sheboygan to visit, it was like going to the home of family members. Anschel was warm and welcoming but also reflected an inner strength of someone who has mastered many challenges. I admire him and will miss him.
George Braunstein
June 15, 2013
Becky Pethan
I knew your parents from walking at the mall. Always happy and positive. May you find solace in knowing they are now together again living in peace and love with all the scars of their past erased. Truly wonderful people who shared their unimaginable stories with the world. I feel honored to have met them. They will be missed!
June 15, 2013
Sherri Byrand
My deepest condolences to all who love and respect Anschel Warschau. His goodness, bravery, resilience, and love for not only his family but his fellow humans are qualities to herald from mountaintops. I pray no one ever forgets the pain, struggles, and horrific sadnesses that he, Fela, and millions of others faced. I thank Anschel and Fela for their bravery and commitment to making sure the atrocities they endured are never forgotten or written off (bravery that did not waver even in the face of death threats and horrible phone messages to their home!), and I pray that Anschel is now with his beloved Fela and his parents and siblings who were so violently pulled away from him so long ago. May his daughters know peace, and may they help to continue their parents' noble mission. Blessings to all who value peace and love for humanity as Fela and Anschel did.
June 15, 2013
Elaine Crothers
I light a candle in your father memory. I know he is at peace now with his family.
June 15, 2013
Holly McGettrick
Kind Martha and Sally, Again a reminder that King Solomon tells us that love is stronger than death. You both know the love. . .may God embrace each of you with His matchless comfort through your grieving. . .
June 14, 2013
Lori Wangemann January
Sally, I went to school with you and I believe we were in 4-H together. Although I met your family when younger, I never knew their plight. Sending my thoughts to you and your family.
June 14, 2013
I worked with Anschel at Hayssen for 20 yrs. Had many good times talking with him. Often at the mall too. He was so much fun to work with. Many good memories. He will be missed. Phil Flores
June 14, 2013
Murray Matzner
I knew Anschel's mischievous smile from the time I was a little boy, and I will continue to remember it as long as I live...
June 14, 2013
Nadine Becker (Vogel)
I am truly sorry for your loss. Both of your parents had gone through so much I hope that they also found some happiness.
June 14, 2013
I worked with Anschel at Hayssen and my wife and I thought of him often. He visited with everyone at the mall. The Zastrow family knew him well. He will be missed.
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