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Broeckert, Josephine C.
Josephine C. Broeckert, age 94, of 950 South Rapids Road, Manitowoc, passed away Tuesday afternoon, June 7, 2016, at River Woods Place in Manitowoc with her loving family at her side.
The former Josephine Heim was born on January 2, 1922 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late George and Helen (Clement) Heim. Josephine graduated in 1939 from Sheboygan North High School. On August 22, 1942 Josephine married Joseph Broeckert at Holy Name Catholic Church in Sheboygan. He preceded her in death on November 17, 1987. Josephine was considered an entrepreneur owning and operating several businesses, such as bowling alleys, night clubs, car washes and a realtor retiring as a housewife. For the past 28 years Josephine lived in Madison and moved back to Manitowoc in April of this year. She was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Josephine was an active member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Madison where she served as a greeter. Josephine enjoyed bowling, softball, pool, golf, card playing, casinos and dog and horse racing.
Survivors include her five children: William (Bonita) Broeckert, Sun City West, AZ; Bev Broeckert, Madison; John (Christine) Broeckert, Appleton; Jerry (Louise) Broeckert, Madison; Randy Broeckert, Manitowoc; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one sister and brother-in-law: Myrtle (Clem) Acker, Sheboygan, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents: George and Helen Heim; her husband: Joseph Broeckert; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Raymond (Ginny) Heim; John (Della) Heim.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2016 at St. Francis of Assisi on Waldo, 1121 North 14th Street, Manitowoc. Rev. Dave Pleier will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with entombment of her cremated remains at Calvary Mausoleum. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory of Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com
The family would like to express a thank you for all the compassionate care the staff at River Woods Place Assisted Living and the hospice staff of Home Care Health Services and Hospice also a special thank you to Pat, the hospice volunteer.
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Dear Cousins,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Aunt Josephine was always being kind with a heart warming smile. Please know that Josephine will be in our thoughts, and you will all be in our prayers.
Mary and Craig Koller
June 13, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Bill.
Kelly Malecha
June 13, 2016
To the Broeckert Kids -
Our sincere condolences to you at the passing of such a wonderful woman, your mother. This picture of JO with that lovely smile brought back many fun memories, at many different venues in Manitowoc. May you all share in the peace that she is now with your father... Take care,
Joe & Janice Laux
June 13, 2016
Dear Bill ,Bev and all the rest of the Broeckert kids..
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Jo was a very special person to me...we had such fun playing softball and pool, such fond memories, memories that I often tell my grandkids and great grands. Times I will never forget. I'm sorry I cannot make it to the visitation and the church service but I will be praying for all of you
Shirley Osieczanek
June 12, 2016
Randy,
Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mike & Diane Heymanns
June 10, 2016
My deepest condolences. Even though I didn't know her personally, it sounds she lived a great life. Definitely putting into play the words of Ecclesiastes 9:10 "Whatever your hand finds to do, do with all your might..."
June 10, 2016
Dear Cousins,
May your warm memories of your Mom soothe you at this difficult time and help you be at peace. I will always remember Aunt Jo's smile. My prayers are with you.
Jean Jelacic
June 10, 2016
Dear Broeckert cousins, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was a kind and lively lady. I have fond memories of all of you in Glenbeulah, Manitowoc and Sheboygan.
Condolences and love to all of you. You will be in our prayers.
Dennis & Sue Helf Chaplin
Arlington Hts, IL
June 9, 2016
I am sorry to hear that Josephine has passed.
We had so many good times at the Boiling Alley.
I have many fond and wonderful Childhood memories of Jo and Joe.
My condolences to you all.
Peg Helf Ludwig
June 9, 2016
I'm sorry to hear that Josephine has passed. We had so many good times, as children at the bowling alley. She and Joe gave us many wonderful memories.
Condolences to all of you.
Peggy Helf Ludwig
June 9, 2016
We are very sorry for the loss of Aunt Josephine. We will keep her and the rest of the family in our prayers.
Love and Hugs
Gregg and Jan Helf Johnson
Jan Johnson
June 9, 2016
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