Susan M. Schreiber

Susan M. Schreiber obituary, Wausau, WI

Susan M. Schreiber

Susan Schreiber Obituary

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Susan M. Schreiber, 62, died May 23, 2023 of breast cancer. She is now rejoicing in heaven as God has promised to those who believe. 

Born in Wausau, WI, on March 25, 1961, Susan was the daughter of the late Elroy and Ruth (Wilde) Brandt. She married David Schreiber, her high school sweetheart, on September 1, 1984. On their wedding program, it said, "Today I will marry my friend, the one I laugh with, live for, dream with, love." This was true during their 39 years of marriage. 

Sue spent most of her career working for Marathon County Government and retired in 2018. A second career then followed at UMR in Wausau. Sue also worked part time  at PrestoCall for 6 years and made many good friends there. 

Susan is survived by her husband David and their two sons, Joshua Schreiber and Mitchell (Kelli) Schreiber. Also surviving is Sue's sister, Connie DeLonay, and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Keith and Brenda Schreiber. Also surviving are many caring cousins, aunts, and uncles who supported Sue and who she had fun times with. 

She is preceded in death by her brother-in-law Tom DeLonay. 

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 1st from 10 AM - 12 PM at First English Lutheran Church in Wausau. A service celebrating Susan's life will follow at 12 PM. Helke Funeral Home of Wausau has been entrusted with arrangements. 

In leau of flowers please send memorials to Neighbors Place or a charity of your choice. 

Susan's family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice for the wonderful care and support given to her. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service

302 Spruce St, Wausau, WI 54401

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Thomas Grob

May 27, 2023

Dave, I'm so sorry to see this. I always thought you two were made for each other. May she rest in peace.

Tina P

May 26, 2023

Her life was far too short, but it made a big impact on the world. I´ll always remember her strength, dedication and amazing sense of humor! She will be missed.

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