Voncile Reesman Obituary

BURLINGTON - Voncile Reesman, 66, passed away Monday, September 14, 2009, at UW Hospital-Madison. She was born May 30, 1943, in Richland Parish, Louisiana to the late Benny A. and Mary I. (nee: Oglesby) Broadway. On September 8, 1990, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Burlington, Voncile was united in marriage to Jack Reesman. Following marriage they resided in Burlington. Voncile spent her early life as a migrant worker, traveling throughout places in Louisiana and Texas with her family. Voncile was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Burlington and also the Lupus Foundation of America. She enjoyed bowling, horseshoes and playing pool. She collected dachshunds, elephants, and all types of rose figurines. Voncile was a very generous and big hearted person. She was very active with people in AA as well as adopting families during Christmas time who were less fortunate. She was always willing to help those in need. Survivors include her loving husband, Jack Reesman; their children, Kimberly (Doug) Windle, Robert (Necol) Blum, Donald Mead Jr. and Jason Reesman; grandchildren, Alexandria, Nicholas and Joseph Blum and Harley Windle; and siblings, Lenny Broadway Sr., Billy (Pat) Broadway, Benny (Betsy) Broadway Jr., and Tony (Carol) Broadway. Voncile was preceded in death by her parents; step-daughter, Tracy Reesman; a sister, Woline Ford; and by a brother, Ricky Broadway. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 17, 2009, at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Rev. Robert Gosma officiating. Burial will take place on Friday, September 18, 2009, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Relatives and friends may visit with the family at the church on Thursday, from 3:30 until 6:30 p.m. Memorials to the Lupus Foundation of America or to Love Inc. have been suggested. Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home & Crematory 625 Browns Lake Dr. Burlington, WI 53105 262-763-3434 www.danielsfamilyfuneral.com

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Sep. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Voncile Reesman

2 Entries

Samantha Saavedra

September 16, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Melissa Bravo

September 16, 2009

Miss Von,I am so glad I was blessed to have you in my life. Thank you for everything you have done for me and my family!!! You touched a very special place in my heart and I will always remember you!!! May you rest in peace! Until we meet again... Love You!!

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