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Louise Thompson Obituary

Thompson, Louise Baumann

Louise Baumann Thompson, age 82, passed away June 10, 2013 at Horizon Hospice, Mequon WI.

She was born January 18, 1931 in the Town of Texas to the late Rudolph and Emma (Lemke) Baumann. After graduating from Wausau High School, Louise received her teaching certificate from the Lincoln County Normal School in Merrill, Wisconsin and became a schoolteacher in a one room schoolhouse. On June 11, 1955, she married Donald George Thompson at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Town of Pine River.

Louise was a mother, homemaker, and artist. She was a member of the Wisconsin Valley Art Association. In 1997, she moved to the Milwaukee area to be closer to her daughters and help care for her grandson. She was a phenomenal grandmother. Louise loved painting and drawing, music, sewing, cooking, and crafting. Louise's artwork was featured in numerous art shows, and she won many awards over the years. She was known for her wit, sarcasm, and sense of humor.

She leaves behind her daughters Diane Thompson (David Frederick) of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin and Terri Thompson of Brookfield, Wisconsin; her loving grandson, Samuel Frederick of Wauwatosa; two brothers, Theodore (Betty) Baumann of Wausau and Kenneth (Gay) Baumann of Wausau; two sisters, Patricia (Richard) Rostal of Eden Prairie, Minnesota and Jean (Richard) Binner of New Berlin.

She is preceded in death by her husband Donald; two sisters, Margaret and Evelyn; and four brothers, Dan, Victor, Harold, and Rudolph Baumann.

Funeral services will be Friday, June 14, 2013 at 1:00 pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 930 Edgewood Road, Wausau. Rev. Kemp Jones will officiate. Visitation will be at the church from 11:00 am until the time of the service. Entombment will be in the Memorial Chapel at Restlawn Memorial Park.

Brainard Funeral Home, Wausau is assisting the family with arrangements.

Condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com

Published by Wausau Daily Herald from Jun. 12 to Jun. 13, 2013.
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My 'evil twin' daughter ! I'm so sorry that you lost your beloved Mother. I can see where YOU get your beauty from. I am with you in 'spirit' even tho I don't get to see you very often. Loving you, Your 'adopted' Mom Ada ( Sue's Mom)

June 18, 2013

I somehow forgot to sign my previous entry; but I'm sure you knew who had written it, Terri, with the cookie reference! Mom did love those, didn't she? Holding you close in my thoughts and in my heart, my precious friend.

Suzanne Dampier

June 13, 2013

Terri and Diane,
Please know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness. I will miss our visits with Mom, Terri. She was an unforgettable lady who never hesitated to speak her mind with candor, and so often with razor-sharp wit. I will think of her with a chuckle every time I see or taste a double fudge chocolate chip cookie!

June 13, 2013

Terri,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I remember the great times we had with her when I used to come over to your house as a young girl. My heart goes out to you.
Pam (Hollman) Kobart

Pam (Hollman)-Kobart

June 12, 2013

Diane and Terri. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I am praying for you all at this difficult time. Nancy (Thompson) Sharp

June 12, 2013

Diane & Terri,
So sorry for the loss of your mother. She was such a sweet woman. I know that Sam had such an incredible bond with his grandma, that he will miss her terribly. He was the best grandson she could have asked for. My condolences to you both, and to Sam and Dave also.

Pastor Kris

June 12, 2013

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