Mengel, Mary Ann Dorn
Mary Ann Dorn Mengel passed away on Monday evening February 25, 2013, at Lakeshore Manor Nursing Home. Born June 4, 1933 in Mount Calvary, WI to Louise (Schaefer) and Herman Dorn, she was the third of six children, Phyllis Steffes, Ralph Dorn, Gordon Dorn, Peggy Diedrich, and Alan Dorn. Mary Ann graduated from St. Mary's Springs Academy High School, St. Agnes School of Nursing, Marian College, and the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
She married LeRoy Mengel and together they had five children, Elizabeth Mengel, Jane Mengel, Mark Mengel (LeeAnn), and Matthew Mengel (Terhi). Mary Ann thoroughly enjoyed being a full time mom. She also enjoyed her nine grandchildren Andrew and Daniel Flesch; Lee, Mark Jr., Hank, and Zack Mengel; and Laura, Rosa, and Vera Lindl (Matthew and Terhi).
Mary Ann worked at various nursing positions as her family was growing including one of her favorite positions as a labor and delivery nurse at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. After receiving her Masters in Nursing she taught at Marian College, Moranie Park Technical College, and Milton College. Her academic interests included sexuality, pain management, and alternative medicine. Mary Ann also served on the State Board of Nursing and spoke often at regional and national nursing conventions.
Mary Ann had many interests, but none surpassed her love of travel. She was eager to travel to all 50 states and the family spent many summers on camping trips to achieve that goal. In addition, Mary Ann and LeRoy also enjoyed international travel; they explored many foreign countries. Mary Ann and LeRoy lived in Pebbles, Fond du Lac, and they finally retired in Oshkosh. A lifelong learner, she was involved in the early planning of the Learning in Retirement Program at UWO. Mary Ann loved the outdoors and spent considerable time walking, gardening, and birding. She was a campground hostess at Peninsula State Park for many years where she was able to combine her love of nature and meeting new people.
Her lifetime friendships with her classmates from grade school through college enriched her life and she was blessed with many great neighbors. She was preceded in death by her children Jane and Mark, her brother Ralph, sister Phyllis, and both parents. She leaves a loving husband, children, and grandchildren who will miss her tremendously.
The family will hold a private memorial service.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Jane Mary Mengel '82 Memorial Fund at the US Air Force Academy Foundation.
Fiss & Bills Funeral
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865 S. Westhaven Drive
Oshkosh, WI 54904
(920) 235-1170
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Liz, please accept my condolences on your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Sue Woodson
March 6, 2013
Kathy and family -- I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and close to my heart during this difficult time.
Janet Veum
March 5, 2013
Dear Liz and family: Mary Cay and I are both sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts, and we wish you peace.
David & Mary Cay Reynolds
March 4, 2013
Met Ann and knew her only briefly when I worked at Maple Manor in the late 60's, but never forgot her. So much spirit.
March 2, 2013
Mary Ann was a "Roving Reader" for a time at the Oshkosh Public Library. She would go around to different schools and child care centers and read to them using puppets to enhance the story. She was a giving person! Leroy, my heart is with you and your children. Her loss would not be so keenly felt had you not known her sweet love.
Lisa Rudolph
Lisa Rudolph
March 1, 2013
Kathy and family, our prayers are with you. A blessing that she is finally at peace.
Dave and Kim O'Brien
March 1, 2013
Sorry our entry did not include our name. Our previous entry includes only Ron's name. Will keep all of you in our prayers on the 11th along with wonderful memories of times together.
Elaine Kaminen
March 1, 2013
Leroy & Family; So Sorry to Read about Mary Ann's Passing...What a "Sad Surprise"...I know We haven't seen You Folks for many Years, but I will Never Forget The "Mt.Calvary Years".. Our Sympathy to All Of You, and May She "Rest In Peace"....
Connie & Ellie Fritz
February 28, 2013
Sorry to read of Mary Ann's death. I expected to hear about her next trip. She was always stimulating, eager to get on with things. My sympathy to all of you.
joan hauer
February 28, 2013
LeRoy, The Standke family sends are condolences.
Ryan Standke
February 28, 2013
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that Steven and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
February 28, 2013
My love and sympathies to all of the family in the loss of you Mother. I will always cherish the times that Ron and I spent with Annie..the laughter and challenging discussions. These will always remain very dear in our hearts. Many visits with each other in our homes over a meal will be missed!! See you in Paradise Annie!!!
Wait and greet us there, will you?
February 28, 2013
Matt Iam so sorry for your loss, anything I can do just call
Joe Wallender
February 28, 2013
I will never forget all the times with Mary, how we always laughed and all the advice she gave me for my future very intelligent woman. Will never forget her and all of the wonderful families I was able to meet.
kayleigh s
February 27, 2013
One great and loving big sister whom I will miss dearly
Gordon Dorn
February 27, 2013
An intelligent, dedicated woman of character & beauty - that smile will NOT be forgotten, Aunt Annie. With love,
Nicki & Paul Batchelder
February 27, 2013
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