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Betty Pritzlaff Obituary

Pritzlaff, Betty J. Of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of New Berlin, Wisconsin, died on Sun., Nov. 6, 2011, at the age of 85. Betty was born on August 4, 1926 a daughter of Henry and Loretta Steinegger. Betty and her late husband, Bruce were the proud owners and operators of Pritzlaff Meat Company. Betty was also a longtime member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Waukesha. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. Betty will be dearly missed by her children, Bruce (Cheryl) Pritzlaff, Michael (Nancy) Pritzlaff, Laurie Bonham and Cathy (Gil) Elizondo; grandchildren, Courtney, Caleb, Elena, Joseph, Kevin, Kristy, Hunter, Gilbert and Eric; brother, Donald (Susan); sister, Bernice Brekke and Marion Schreihart. Betty is further survived by other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce, and parents. The visitation for Betty will be held from 5PM until 7PM on Thurs., Nov. 10, 2011, at the Cesarz, Charapata & Zinnecker Funeral Home (see address below). The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM, on Fri., Nov. 11, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 225 S. Hartwell Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014 are appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 9, 2011.

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December 4, 2011

Sending sympathies from the Frank Karner family. I have childhood memories of your parents visiting my parents. I think I even have some photos of them taken in the 1950's. Contact me if you want me to get copies for you. I also remember my Dad stopping at Pritzlaffs to get boxes of frozen hamburger patties for us--they were the best. Your mother and mine still corresponded at Christmas time until a few years ago (before my mom died).

With prayers,
Karen (Karner) Meehan

Michael Hilgendorf

November 12, 2011

Grieving for the loss of a parent is difficult but in time we remember the good times and the love that was shared in the family. My prayers go out to you and may God comfort you.

Dawn Beiley (Goebel)

November 9, 2011

My deepest sympathy to you ALL for your loss. Betty was such a wonderful and caring person that had a beautiful smile that would light up a room. Please find comfort in knowing she has gained her wings and will always be an angel watching over you all. I will keep you all in my thoughts as you go through this difficult time.

The Edwards and Lenich & Families

November 9, 2011

Mike & family,

Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. May all of you find comfort knowing that she is now with God and watching over all of you as your guardian angel. May God provide you with the strength as you mourn your loss.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.

Terri & Michael Edwards
Michael Lenich

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