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Estel Karbowski Obituary

Karbowski, Estel L.

Estel Larie Karbowski, age 87, of 116 4th Street, Nekoosa, WI died Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Edgewater Haven Nursing Home in Port Edwards, WI.

Services were held Thursday at Feldner/Ritchay Funeral Home in Nekoosa, Rev. John Swing officiated, burial took place in Riverside Cemetery in Nekoosa.

Estel was born September 12, 1925 in Westboro, Missouri to the late John and Laura (Shepard) Lane. She married Robert Karbowski on August 2, 1941 in Heartville, Missouri, he died September 2, 1976. Estel was a homemaker, and enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children: Robert (Roxine) Karbowski of Nekoosa, Donna (Richard) Koplien of Nekoosa, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces and 3 nephews and two special friends Carrie and Tammy.

Estel was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, one brother and three sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated in Estel's name to Ministry Home Care Hospice.

The family would like to thank the staff of Ministry Home Care Hospice and Edgewater Haven Nursing Home for their excellent care given to Estel.

Published by Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune on Jan. 11, 2013.
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Donna: I am so very sorry for your loss of your Mother. It was great to see you last September. Take care of yourself, Kathy

Kathy Milkey (Voight)

January 20, 2013

Thinking of you all and sending my deepest sympathy. Estel was a great neighbor and I will forever have fond memories of our times together on 4th Street. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Karen Feldner

January 12, 2013

Donna and family,
So sorry to hear about your mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at your time of sorrow. I remember her well when I lived in the neighborhood. She was a good person and I know you will miss her. Roger and Janice Schauer

January 12, 2013

So sorry for your family's loss, Bob. Prayers to you and yours during this sad time. May you enjoy the years ahead celebrating her heavenly birthday.

Dennis and Shelly Dorshorst

January 12, 2013

To a good neighbor and many good memories of spending time visiting with her during my growing up years. My condolences to Robert and and Donna Jean.
Barb Tork

January 11, 2013

Bob and Donna and the Entire Karbowski Family,

May God Bless your whole family and provide you comfort during this time of loss. Estel was a lovely lady and had such quick wit, I always enjoyed talking to her and seeing her in town. I'm know God has a special place for her and she is keeping an eye on us all!

Dan & Shawn Joling

January 11, 2013

The world has loss one great lady and heaven has gained an angel. Rest in Peace.

Butch and Marlene

January 8, 2013

I love you Grandma and miss you very much. But, I am joyful to say I will see you again. You are home with our Lord God now and I will be there with you to rejoice some day. I know you will be watching over us until we meet again. Save a place for me...all my love, Chris, Heidi, Kadence, and Koda

Heidi Nickel

January 7, 2013

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