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Eileen Dow Obituary
Eileen E. Dow, 79, of Fond du Lac, died Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at St. Agnes Hospital. She was born October 4, 1934 in Cedarburg, WI, the daughter of Edwin and Mabel Schneider Gollnick. On October 3, 1959 she married John D. Dow at Trinity Lutheran Church in Cedarburg, WI. Eileen worked for Mercury Marine as the president's assistant until 1964 when she began to raise her family. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and the church choir for over 20 years. Eileen enjoyed community theater, community concerts, singing in the church choir, reading, was an avid quilter and DWTS fan, and loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, John; two daughters, Susan (Scott) McCreedy, Monument, CO and Laura Dow, Fond du Lac; two granddaughters, Courtney McCreedy, Denton, TX and Rachel McCreedy, Monument, CO; two brothers, Howard (Lore) Gollnick, Bradenton, FL and Robert (Dorothy) Gollnick, Ocean Shores, WA; two sisters, Barb (Bill) Henkel, Hawthorn Woods, IL and Carol Nobel, Tyler, TX; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place.
The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Francisco Soto of St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan for his care and to the staff of St. Agnes Hospital for their gracious care and compassion given to Eileen.
In lieu of flowers a memorial in Eileen's name can be made to Caring Voices Coalition or Scleroderma Foundation.
Additional information and guest book may be found at www.ueckerwitt.com.
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Sheri Henkel
April 28, 2014
Uncle John, Susan and Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. Aunt Eileen was a wonderful person. Her smile is etched in my memory and I fondly remember our family get togethers.
My deepest condolences to all of you.
April 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was a pleasure to have known Eileen it was always a joy to see you at the Lodge. Candi,Dale and the staff at Cedar Lodge
April 24, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all. A beautiful couple to know from your friends on Martin Rd. Don & Doris Seefeld
Bob and Darlene Fyvie
April 24, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. Memories of times shared with your loved one will always comfort you. God bless.
Jacquie Papple
April 24, 2014
To the Dow Family:
My deepest sympathies during your time of loss.
If there is even a single thing I can do to offer you my help in this stressful time,
I would consider myself lucky and honored.
Love, Jacquie
Jacquie Papple
April 24, 2014
Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss.
Jacquie, Gregg, Vanessa and Dick Papple
"Heaven is a place nearby, so there's no need to say goodbye." - Lene Marlin
April 24, 2014
My deepest sympathies to John and family. Eileen was a great lady and always a joy to see in the clinic. She always had a smile on her face, despite all of the hurdles in her life. May your memories bring you comfort.
Danette LPN West clinic
The Staff of Uecker-Witt Funeral Home
April 24, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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