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Kathryn Oswald Obituary

Oswald, Kathryn L.

Kathryn L. Oswald, age 86, a Manitowoc resident, died Sunday evening, January 27, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 16, 1926 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Mary (Schuler) Stiefvater. Kathryn was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Class of 1944. On July 10, 1948 she married Edward D. Oswald at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Kathryn was employed as a secretary at Ames Motors before taking time to raise her family. She loved gardening, especially her African Violets. Kathryn was a member of the Red Hatters and also volunteered at Holy Family Hospital for 25 years. She also enjoyed her dominos club and counted cross stitch. Kathryn and Edward enjoyed traveling around the world and also their special vacation spot in Eagle River.

Survivors include her husband: Edward, Manitowoc; six children and their spouses: Alan & Diane Oswald, Manitowoc, Steven & Nan Oswald, Manitowoc, Randy & Cheri Oswald, Green Bay, Eddie John & Nancy Oswald, Appleton, Anne & Scott Huebner, Port Washington, John & Julie Oswald, Germantown; nineteen grandchildren: Sara (John) Pirnstill, Andrea (Jeff) Yentz, Christopher (Jill) Oswald, Nicholas (Irina) Oswald, Kelsey Oswald, Sean-Patrick Oswald, Carey (Shannon) Traska, Kendra (Don) Pemrich, Jamie (Cassidy) McGowan, Abby (Nick) Risic, Kole Oswald, Kallie (Erik) Dier, Drew Oswald, Alec, Jake, Matthew & Joseph Huebner, Samantha Oswald, Jack Oswald; 10 great grandchildren: Zach Pirnstill, Landon Oswald, Lexi, Kayleigh and Lily Traska, Brenna & Lincoln Pemrich, Colin & Sean McGowan, Tessa Kate Risic; and a sister: Esther Kimmes, Manitowoc. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was also preceded in death by three sisters and four brothers-in-law: Marie & Matt Wier, Dorothy & Joe Benzschawel, Hallie & Clarence Strodthoff, Harvey Kimmes; and two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law: Wencil & Gertrude Oswald and George Oswald.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, January 31, 2013 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Dave Pleier with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.

The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 30, 2013. A prayer service will conclude the visitation at 7:00 p.m. led by Deacon Bob Beehner. Friends may also call Thursday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, Manitowoc, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com

Memorials may be made to the Roncalli High School Endowment Fund

The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, especially Bridget, Dr. Govier & the nurses at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, especially Tom in the Critical Care Unit for the loving care and compassion shown to Kathryn and her family.

Published by Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2013.
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Sorry for your loss, Al and Diane, Steve and Nan.
Jim Clayton

February 4, 2013

Steve and family, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of Kathryn. The Oswald family is in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Rick and Gina Hagen, and all your friends at Kate-lo Tile.

Rick Hagen

February 1, 2013

For the past twenty some years I have been doing Kathryn hair. I have listened to her talk about the love that she has for her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. I will miss her. My deepest sympathy to Ed and the rest of her family.

Debbie Samz

January 31, 2013

Steve and Nan, Thinking of you and your family during these sad times. Steve---never met your mother but reading these messages--tells us she was a loving, caring, and wonderful person. Our prayers are with you all. Love Laurie and Dave Baumann.

January 31, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Oswald family.

Darryl and Carol DeLain

January 30, 2013

Our sincere condolences to all of the Oswald family at this time. You're a beautiful family with a remarkable Mom and Dad. God be with you as you give each other strength (and many happy memories, too!).

John & Pam Guehlstorf

January 30, 2013

Dear Steve,Nan and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. she was a beautiful lady.love Tom and Vicki Bushman

vicki Bushman

January 30, 2013

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God's love surround you all in your sorrow and treasured memories comfort you in your loss.

Patrick and Carol Dier

January 30, 2013

Our thoughts & prayers are with the entire Oswald famiy. We are sorry for your loss of your wife, mother & grandmother. John & JoAnn Allen & Denise Hein

January 30, 2013

With many special thoughts and prayers, you have our sympathy, Kathryn is a very special woman to all of us here at HFM Medical/Surgical. We enjoyed her laughter and smiles as we cared for her. God bless all of you.
Sincerely,
All the HFM Nurses on Medical/Surgical 5 East.

January 30, 2013

We are so sorry to hear about Kathryn's death. We always enjoyed chatting over the back fence. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Wayne and Diane Miller

January 30, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Oswald family. How so very blessed you were to have such a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother.

Rich & Lynn Erickson

January 29, 2013

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Tom & Karen Koeppe
Paul Koeppe

January 29, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Kate's death; tried calling the house but didn't know she was in the hospital. She died on my son John Endries 53rd birthday so I will never forget the date and will always say some prayers, Kathleen and ButchEndries

January 29, 2013

To The entire family our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at thistime and days ahead. From Sam amd Carol Fricke and family

Sam and Carol Fricke

January 29, 2013

To the Oswald Family-

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Remember all of the good times and know she is watching down on you from above.

Antonissen Family

January 29, 2013

Hugs and good thoughts to the family.

Steven Swetlik

January 29, 2013

Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Chuck & Beth Menzel

January 29, 2013

Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. God Bless.

Chuck & Beth Menzel

January 29, 2013

Steve and Al
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.

Jim & Gayle Staniszewski

January 29, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Anne and your family.

Carrie (Wallander) Zipperer

January 29, 2013

Mom - we will miss you so much. Love, Eddie, Nancy, Kole Kallie, Drew and Erik

Ed Oswald

January 29, 2013

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