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Carol J. Radatz

Carol Radatz Obituary

HERNANDO, FLA. - Carol J. Radatz, 59, passed away unexpectedly in Inverness, Fla., on December 21, 2006. She was born in Prairie du Chien, lived in Kenosha until moving to Racine in 1989 and moved to Florida in 1998 to care for her mother. She was planning to move back to Wisconsin this spring. She worked for Western Publishing in Racine for 31 years. Carol earned her Associate's Degree in Barbering & Cosmetology in 1998 from Gateway Technical. Among many talents, she enjoyed using her special giftedness in baking, cooking, gardening, landscaping, painting whiteware and caring for animals and the rest of Mother Earth. Surviving are her loving daughter, Christina L. (nee: Radatz) Sachs and her husband, Cole, of Lewiston, Maine; her beloved Aunt and "second Mother," Theresa Towery of Racine; aunts, Betty Marean of Manhattan Beach, Calif., and Mary Radatz of Kenosha; nephew, David Macal of Juneau, Alaska; many cousins and close friends, Doris Greene, Rodney Gummow, Barb Janecky, Karen Pedersen, Bob Itzenhuiser, Norma Macal and Bernie and Sandy Mann, all of Racine, Betty Ann of Arizona, Ginny of New Jersey, Gordie of Minnesota, Sandy of Tennessee, Bonnie of Wisconsin and Vada of Indiana; also, her faithful critter companions, Squeaks, Chloe and Houdie-kins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl H. and Bernadette Macal; both of her siblings, Earl E. Macal in 2004, and her best friend and "baby brother," Roger Macal, in 2006; her soul mate and husband, Raymond C. Radatz, in 1975; and her beloved Grandma, Anna Kozelou, in 1971. A visitation and memorial service for all will be held at St. Lucy's Church on Drexel in Racine on Friday, January 19, 2007, beginning at 4 p.m. Snacks and beverages for fellowship will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested donations to the American Diabetes Association in her memory.

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Published by Racine Journal Times on Jan. 14, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Carol Radatz

16 Entries

Erika Mentink

February 2, 2007

PSALM 56:8
Thou tellest my wanderings:
put thou my tears into thy bottle:
are they not in thy book?

Lynn Sachs

January 30, 2007

Stina,
I wish I had known your Mom. It seems that we had some things in common, including our love for you.
Love,
Mama Sachs

Jen Gaker

January 30, 2007

Christina- You have been in my prayers this winter. I am deeply sorry for your loss. If you ever need someone to talk to let me know.
-Jen

Maureen Genovese

January 21, 2007

Stina,
Kurt and I both want to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Although we did not know your mom, Carol, we are keeping her and your family in our prayers.

Sandy Adamson

January 20, 2007

Stina,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Jean and Rodney Gummow

January 17, 2007

Chris,
Rodney and I are saddened by your loss. It is so hard to lose a parent, especially earlier than you ever expected. This has been a very difficult year for you, but it is evident you have the strength to get through.......strength that undoubtedly came from both your mom and uncle Rog. Who you are reflects so much on those who "brought you up", and is a testiment to them. Although we have never met Cole, it is easy to see he shares his love and strength with you at every turn. Bless him. We keep you both in our prayers,and know that God will see you through this difficult time. Your mother would be (and I believe is) so proud of you as you honor her life.
May God hold you in the palm of his hand and grant you peace.

Love to all,
Jean and Rodney

Mary Ellen Christenson

January 16, 2007

Dear Stina,
May the cherished memories of your Mother comfort you and bring you peace. Sending my love and holding you and Cole in my thoughts and prayers now and always.
Auntie M.E.

Karen Pedersen

January 15, 2007

Chris,
I can't express how much I miss your mother. Since we both learned how to e-mail, we have been writing to each other almost every day. I kept a journal of our entries and will treasure the letters she wrote to me. She was the only person I know who loved animals more than me. She gave me my Buttons who is with me and will always remind me of her. He is a perfect fit and your mother knew it. She loved to cook and was always giving me great recipes. I will always remember your grandmother, Earl, Roger, Carol, Brandy, Lady, Turkey, Chloe, Squeaks, Houdini, her fish, turtles, foxes, squirrels and all the other animals she wrote about. I am so glad she lived next to me in Racine. My thoughts and prayers have been with you and will continue to be with you.

Sandy & Bernie Mann

January 15, 2007

Christina,
Your mom truly loved nature. That was quite evident in Racine and she seemed to be able to experience so much more since moving to Florida.
We will miss visits to see her, the e-mails and phone calls. Your mother was a special person and has a lasting place in our lives. Our lives are better for having known her.
May God give you strength and comfort in your great time of need.

Mary Towery

January 15, 2007

Christina,
You know that I haven't been around long enough or in the days "back when" when Carol was here in Racine. It seemed she lived around the corner for a bit and moved to Florida. None the less she was always friendly in passing and the few times we did share. I have heard through the "Towery" stories many good things.
Please accept my sincere condolences in your loss. It's a big one to bear and a bit too close to other loved ones. Be strong and do know she is free from all of her pains and has joined many loved ones that awaited her. Keep her memories alive and hold her close.
Thank you Cole for being there for Christina through this hard ache and being so supportive.
Love to you both and I'm keeping you close in my thoughts.

Kathie Nemec

January 15, 2007

Christina,

I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Carol's email jokes and interesting fact's. Family is so important. I know she will be missed by so many. She is loved.

With deep sympathy and love,
Kathie Nemec

PS: We are cousins, I am Anton Nemec's grand daughter. Ginny and I are first cousins.

Ginny Dickinson

January 15, 2007

Carol and I were cousins by blood and became friends by heart. Strangely, when her mother died, she and I found each other. We often called ourselves the "clone" cousins. I regret never getting to be with her in person but we were always in touch with each other and felt very close.The impact of her absence is saddening, but I will try to remember her not with tears, but joy and laughter!

Christina Sachs (nee: Radatz)

January 15, 2007

Words simply cannot express the heartbreak ... losing my "Uncle Dad" last April, then my mom so unexpectedly -- after just seeing her 10 days before she died -- has been on a level of pain I haven't met yet in my adult life.

Many of you know my dear mama is such a "mushy" soul, with a huge heart -- I really cannot believe she's gone from this physical plane. All I can do is hold on to good thoughts and memories, along with all she's taught me; and I pray that's enough to carry me through some of these very dark hours.

God, my beloved husband, my other "mums," (Aunt Theresa, Aunt Mary, Mum Patterson, Mama Sachs), Poppy, Erika, "Sara-Beara," very supportive friends from our church, and many others (even all our critters), have helped carry me through this far.

I pray my Mama is pain-free now -- her life was so filled with different pain and struggles -- I hope she is truly at rest and has returned home to be with all her loved ones she's missed so much. I miss you so much already, Mama -- a piece of my heart went with you and that gaping hole will remain empty until we are with one another again.

Betty Koester

January 14, 2007

Carol was a beloved cousin and close friend. I loved her dearly and will miss her. We didn't get to know each other until later on in life, but it was a friendship I will always treasure.

Norma Macal

January 14, 2007

Carol was a dear friend. She did me several favors for which I will never be able to fully repay. She was a gentle and kind soul in many ways, and I will miss greatly.

sandra collier

January 14, 2007

thankful i shared the time, photos, family food, lots of e-mail treasures. she will be greatly missed.

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