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Margaret Whitty Obituary
Margaret L. Whitty, 88, of Fond du Lac passed away Monday Dec. 7, 2015 at the Woodland Senior Park. She was born in the town of Oakfield on January 11, 1927 the daughter of Rudolph and Martha (Kutz) Schoepke. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Oakfield. She married James Whitty on April 7, 1951 in Eden. He preceded her in death on March 16, 2002. Margaret was an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and the Ladies of Good Shepherd. She was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, golfing and traveling. Prior to her retirement Margaret was employed on the acute unit of the Fond du Lac County Health Care Center. She loved spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include one daughter Pat Heimermann of Fond du Lac, two sons: Steven (Karen) Whitty and John (Donna) Whitty both of Eden, six grandchildren: Joe Heimermann of Milwaukee, Shelly (Joe) Schneider of Fond du Lac, Nick (Emily) Whitty of Chilton, Tim (special friend Sarah Mrochinski) Whitty of Eden, Nicole Whitty of DePere and Brooke Whitty of Eden, 3 great grandchildren: Sky, Eli and Hayden Schneider of Fond du Lac, sister-in-law Alice (Lyle) Hundertmark of Fond du Lac, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James, one son Timothy Paul, one brother Melvin (Gene) Schoepke, one sister Tense (Lester) Perry and brother-in-law Wilbur (Darlene) Whitty.
Funeral services will be held Friday December 11, 2015 at 12:00 PM at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 855 Martin Ave. Fond du Lac. Rev. Brett Naumann will officiate with entombment at the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum, Ledgeview Memorial Park. Visitation will be Thurs. Dec. 10th from 4:00 PM until 7PM at the Twohig Funeral Home, 305 Fond du Lac Avenue, Fond du Lac and on Friday Dec. 11th from 11:00 AM until time of services at the church. Memorials are appreciated to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and Agnesian Hospice. Guestbook and online condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Whitty
Nancy Smith
January 11, 2016
To the Whitty Family:
So sorry for your loss. I remember your mom well from growing up with all of you.
December 16, 2015
I got to know Margaret when I worked for Jim and the Boys. She was the nicest lady I had the pleasure of meeting. I could see she was Jim's rock . We offer our sympathy, she will be missed. Norbert and Kathy Hoerth
Darcy Budnik
December 11, 2015
My sympathies to the family--special thoughts to my old friend Donna and John. My father just passed yesterday and these are not easy days. Take care, Darcy (Uelmen) Budnik
December 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Margaret was
always friendly and pleasant to everyone. Jim and Margaret
were a wonderful couple. Now they are together again.
We cherish their memory, as well as Bob being employed
by them.
Bob and Marlene Hatch.
December 9, 2015
Blessings to all and God's comfort knowing she is with her Lord.
Enjoyed working with her at Good Shepherd.
Carol Behnke
Mary Ann (Immel) Scott
December 9, 2015
To all of Margaret's family, What a great lady, what a natural picture of her, that whitty little smile. Margaret is at peace and peace be with her family. She is truly missed at Good Shepherd.
Jim Vollmer
December 9, 2015
Deepest sympathy to Pat, Steve, and John, as well as the grandchildren. I am saddened by your loss.
Aunt Margaret, Patty and Philip
Phil & Joan Perry
December 9, 2015
Our prayers to the entire family. Aunt Margaret will be missed by us all.
Erin Murphy
December 8, 2015
Your whole family is in my prayers! Margaret was such a classy lady. I am so happy that the Auxiliary had the opportunity to honor her and the other charter members this past summer. It was a very special day for our community!
Gail Schmitt
December 8, 2015
Steve, John and Patty..so sorry for your loss. your mom was a great person! Prayers and hugs to all of you.
December 8, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the entire Whitty family. Margaret was such a lovely lady. God bless you all at this time!!! ~Kristie (Flood) Martin
dave godshall
December 8, 2015
with sincere sympathy and prayers--always enjoyed margaret coming thru drivethru at Walgreens with that pleasant and well behaved black dog she had
December 8, 2015
With our love and deepest sympathy as we remember Aunt Margaret.
Dan, Paula, and Ciara Whitty
December 8, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to the Heimermann and Whitty families.
Sarah and Nate Heisler
Pauline Wallendal
December 7, 2015
Pat,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. It is never easy to say good bye to a mother and also a good friend. I know you did things together and they will become special memories. May our Lord and Saviour bring you peace and comfort. Remember God loves you and so do I.
Your friend and neighbor,
Pauline
Jean Lau
December 7, 2015
Patty, Shelly and Joe
So sorry to hear this. Sending ((HUGS and PRAYERS to all of you.
Ching & Jeanie
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