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Bonnie Stoskopf Obituary

Stoskopf, Bonnie J. (Nee Vetterkind , Miller ). Of Wauwatosa. Born to Eternal Life at the age of 83 on Sunday, June 28, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. Born to Ellen and Harold Vetterkind in Jim Falls, WI and grew up in Withee, WI. Devoted wife of the late Max Stoskopf since 1954. Loving mother of Michael (Beth), Nancy (Barry) Libecki and Jon. Spunky and proud grandmother of Heather Stoskopf and Jennifer (Matt) Coyle and great-grandmother of Mickey Coyle. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 from 3:00 PM until time of service at 5:00 PM. Bonnie was a dedicated volunteer at Channel 10 and the Milwaukee County Domes, a member of Redemption Lutheran Church's Quilter & Crafty Ladies groups. She was an avid card player, story teller and hugger. Her smile and laugh will always live in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice suggested.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jun. 30, 2015.

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Tom and Tricia Gundlach

July 6, 2015

Bonnie was a joy to be around. We will truly miss her. She came to us as a client, and she quickly became a good friend, as well.

July 5, 2015

Our sympathy and prayers for your family. Your mom was a wonderful lady. She will be missed.

Rick and Chris Sommerfelt

Peggy Dixon

July 1, 2015

I just wanted to let the family know that Bonnie was one of the members of Redemption that welcomed me so warmly into the arms of all. She shared great stories with me and laughed at my license plates on my car UF DAA.

Bonnie

Nancy Libecki

June 30, 2015

Lincoln Deane

June 30, 2015

Bonnie will live on in the memories of loved ones around the world and certainly in Jamaica where she made the Deanes a part of Family Stoskopf!!

Mike Paradies

June 30, 2015

Anne and I will miss Bonnie greatly. I have had the pleasure of knowing her for many years and will cherish those memories always. She was "Good People" and knew how to laugh.

June 30, 2015

Bonnie was the best neighbor to have. I will miss her dearly. The past few months have had great conversations with Bonnie and truly enjoyed her company. Our last hug to hold onto forever. Her great smile, & humor. My sympathy to the Family...you all have great memories to hold you all together. Your Mom was a wonderful lady.

Anj Zitzke

June 30, 2015

I will always remember her laugh and spunky attitude! She will be missed. Love and condolences to all of you

Uwe Maack

June 30, 2015

I had the pleasure to know you.
I had the pleasure to learn traditions from you.
I had the pleasure to laugh with you.
I am thankful to be able to get to know you.
I will miss you!
Good bye Bonnie and rest in peace!

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Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation Services

10121 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226

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5:00 p.m.

Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral and Cremation Services

10121 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI 53226

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