Milwaukee, Wisconsin
May 23, 1936 – Jun 13, 2018 (Age 82)
Our loving husband and father, Carl Joseph Niemiec, age 82, of Delafield passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was born on May 23, 1936 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He leaves behind his beautiful wife of 55 years, Mary Joan Niemiec. He is survived by his children, Carl (JoAnn), Cathy (Todd) Vance, Sherry (Kevin) Powell, John (Lynn), Chris (Kristin), his child in heart Doug (Shannon) Pallo and his brothers from another mother: Jim Schmidt, Bob Schmidt, Bob Peterson and Jim Styles, 12 grandchildren: Kimberly and Lauren Niemiec, Rebecca (Darrel) Lijewski and Mitchell Vance, Natalie (Matt) and Trent Powell, Anthony and Jeremy Niemiec and Andrew, Brandon, Carson and David Niemiec. Carl will be missed by many dear friends.
Carl graduated from high school from St Francis Seminary. He received his undergraduate and Masters degrees from Marquette University. He went on to get his Doctorate of Psychology from the University of Wisconsin Madison. Carl was a Professor of Psychology at Marquette University for 9 years and then went on to open a private practice where he helped, touched and saved many minds and souls for 38 years. He was a pioneer in biofeedback and a founding member of the Biofeedback Society of Wisconsin.
Carl and Mary Joan were inseparable and truly enjoyed life together. He was a devoted father who loved camping, fishing, hunting and Marquette basketball games. Some of his favorite times were spent with his grandchildren. He was a deep thinker, a philosopher of words, loved telling jokes and an avid poet. His legacy will live on in the hearts, minds and lives of everyone he interacted with.
He is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Cecilia Niemiec, in-laws Anthony and Joan Clesceri and dear friend Jerry Jung.
Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 19, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at St Joan of Arc, 120 Nashotah Rd, Nashotah. The family will greet friends at church 3:30 p.m. until the time of Mass. A private burial for family will take place on Wednesday.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carl’s name to: Children’s Hospital Child Abuse Prevention Fund & Wisconsin Parkinson’s Association.
https://www.chw.org/childrens-and-the-community/child-abuse-prevention/child-abuse-prevention-fund
https://www.wiparkinson.org/donate/
Read MoreMy heart is broken. He has meant so much to our family for years. Words cannot begin to explain what an amazing person he was. Prayers.
Nina and Steve Koetter
July 15, 2018 | Cameron, NC
Our thoughts and prayers for all you during this difficult time.
James and Deborah Pruski
June 21, 2018 | Milwaukee, WI | Acquaintance
Dear Cathy,
My Sincere condolences to you and your entire family; May GOD bless his soul and give you and your family patience.
Ayman Alamy
June 20, 2018
Mary Jo: So sorry to hear of Carl's passing. He was such a great guy and Lynda and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts .
JEFFREY PALECEK
June 19, 2018 | Franklin, WI | Acquaintance
A skilled and caring practitioner of the healing arts. He listened to his patients with a third ear.
John Rohr
June 19, 2018 | Brookfield, WI
Cathy,
Your father sounds like a wonderful person! He will always be a part of you as he created a wonderful person in you.
My condolences go out to you and your entire family.
Love & Hugs,
Deanna Zimney
June 18, 2018
Sincerest condolences from the Texas Schmidts. Look forward to celebrating with him again around the banquet table in the Kingdom of God!
Bob Schmidt
June 15, 2018 | Edinburg, TX | Student
Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.
The Staff of Brett Funeral Home
June 15, 2018 | Milwaukee, WI
