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Pawlitzke, Mary M.
Mary M. Pawlitzke, age 88, a resident of Harmony of Two Rivers, passed peacefully early Thursday, August 29, 2013 at Harmony of Two Rivers.
Mary was born September 19, 1924 in Omaha, Nebraska, a daughter of the late John and Carita (O'Brien) Markel. She graduated from the Central High School - Omaha in 1943 and the University of Iowa in 1947, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. Mary joined the staff of American Broadcasting Company (ABC) in 1948 where she was instrumental in their advertising department. Mary was married to Dana F. Pawlitzke on July 19, 1952. He preceded her in death February 19, 2008. Mary later went on to earn her teaching degree and taught at Roncalli High School in Manitowoc from 1966-1973. She also worked as a substitute teacher in the Two Rivers Public School System and Hilbert High School, then later worked as a coordinator at the U.W. Manitowoc Center for a number of years. Mary's passion was to volunteer for the reading program, English as a second language, (ESL) at the elementary schools. Mary loved the fine arts; she enjoyed plays, museums & theater; she was a former member of the Masquers; and was a volunteer at the Capital Civic Center, serving as an usher. She was very active in the League of Women Voters since the 1950's; a member of the AAUW; and served many terms on the Two Rivers School Board. Mary also loved history, and assisted in the publishing of the book "History of Two Rivers". She enjoyed traveling; loved to play cards, especially bridge.
She is survived by two sons & a daughter-in-law: Daniel and Susan Pawlitzke of Two Rivers, Richard Pawlitzke of Milwaukee; a daughter & son-in-law, Carita and Michael Bernico of Oconomowoc; five grandchildren: Megan (Zaki) Shaikh, Derek (Abbey) Pawlitzke, Dustin Pawlitzke, Ryan Bernico, and Jackie Bernico. She is further survived by one brother & two sisters-in-law: Tom and Jane Markel, San Diego, Monica Markel, Omaha, Neb.; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by one daughter, Therese "Tess" Pawlitzke, and one brother, John Markel.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, 3218 Tannery Rd. Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Tom Reynebeau, with entombment to follow in Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, Hwy. 310, Manitowoc.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Wednesday morning from 9:00 until 10:30 a.m. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation.
Memorials may be made to either the "Lester Public Library Gift Fund" or the "Capitol Civic Center".
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, 1506 18th St. Two Rivers, WI 54241 ph: (920)793-1756 is serving the Pawlitzke family.
Mary's family would like to sincerely thank the entire staff of Harmony of Two Rivers for all their love, care and respect they showed towards Mary.
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Mrs. Pawlitzke was a wonderful teacher and I have fond memories of her encouraging my reading and creative writing in the late 60's.
Jayne Mullins
September 4, 2013
I'm very sad to hear of Mrs. Pawlitzke's passing. Growing up, I lived across the street from her in Two Rivers. I will always remember the time she spent with me and the hours spent sipping lemonade and chatting on her sun porch. She was a wonderful, kind, and patient women who will be dearly missed.
Kelly "Leonhard" Hull
September 4, 2013
Thank you Mrs. Pawlitzke for being the best theater teacher. You touched my life and all the other thespians at Roncalli. The hours spent with you were pure joy. You shared your knowledge and your love of theater. I hear your voice coaching your young actors before I walk on any stage. Thank you for being such a great teacher. Your grateful student and friend.
Christine Kornely
September 3, 2013
Dear Family of "Mrs. Pawlitske" (as we knew her) -
please know that your mother/grandmother was a wonderful (and patient) English teacher at Roncalli who will always be fondly remembered!
Karla D
September 3, 2013
Dear Carita and family, so sorry to hear the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of her teaching at Roncalli. Thinking of you - Denise (Durocher) Dax
September 2, 2013
You were my homeroom and English teacher my first year at Roncalli (68-69) You were a wonderful and caring teacher, We will meet again on heaven's shore.
Cindi Hartl Rupert
September 2, 2013
Family of Mrs. Pawlitzke so sorry for the loss of your mother. I knew both your parents. Your Dad as a VFW member and your Mom as my high school teacher bless all Jennie Taddy- Smith Roncalli '73
Jennie Smith
September 1, 2013
I will miss you Mary..you still are my favorite teacher..many many prayers to your wonderful family.
Robin
Robin Nienow
September 1, 2013
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