Name: Visitation for Barbara M. Keyes
Start: 2014-06-27T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-06-28T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Rozga Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Rozga-Walloch Chapel

Keyes, Barbara M. (Nee Walker ) June 23, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Visitation Friday, June 27 at the Rozga-Walloch Funeral Home from 4:00 - 8:00 PM with a Vigil Service at 7:00 PM. Celebration of Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, June 28 at 10:30 AM at CHRIST KING CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2612 N. Swan Blvd, Wauwatosa (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH). Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. See Thurs. June 26 paper for complete information or:

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jun. 27, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Keyes

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32 Entries

JEAN M. MORGAN

June 20, 2021

Just the other day I came across some old records and one of them was Barbara's Funeral. Miss her for we became very good friends. I know she is safely home.

JEAN MORGAN

June 20, 2019

I received a call from Father Vince a few months after my Husbands death, asking me if I would give a few hours to help our Nurse. Of course I said yes and it started a journey with Barbara, becoming good friends, we worked together for 9 years. She helped so many of our Parishioners we would visit them ( I just was her go-for) we would come back to the office and she would start calling people that had the products that the Elderly needed in their homes. I have missed her in my life. I know she is with the Lord. JEAN M. MORGAN

Sandy Chamberlin

July 1, 2014

Dear Keyes Family, You all have been the most amazing caregivers for your mom these last five months and made this time truly a blessing for her and many others. I wish I could have been there for the funeral which surely was a beautiful and spirit filled tribute to your beautiful and spirit filled mom. She was an exceptional woman in every way...the spirit of Jesus, with a twinkle in her eye and her feet firmly on the ground. I loved her feistiness, even when she occasionally told me what I needed to hear, and especially loved her sense or humor! She lead by example and we were glad to follow. It was only after her death that I learned the extent of her professional life. Barbara and I became instant friends in February 2013. Our souls must have known our time together on earth was short (way too short!!) and to make the most of it! I loved her for the one of a kind person and friend she was and hope to retain some of who I was when we were together. I look forward to seeing you in Florida. Until then, please keep in touch and let me know when there is anything I can do for you. Maureen, I'm still working on my homework. Love and prayers, Sandy

Brion Beauchene

June 30, 2014

I worked for Mrs. Keyes back in 1986 and 87 as college student doing data entry work at ADRDA at Family Hospital. She set a great example of someone working because it was her passion to help others. I offer my sympathies to all of her family and friends. God Bless.

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Linda Gatton

June 30, 2014

Barbara Keyes was a godsend to our family when my father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease in the early 1980s. His own doctor dismissed him as a patient because of it, and we had nowhere to turn. My Aunt Virginia had gone to Sacred Heart Nursing School with Barbara and steered us towards her. Now that my mother-in-law has Alzheimer's, Barbara's legacy is helping our family once again. Thank you, Mrs. Keyes, for your tireless efforts to help others understand and cope with the difficult diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease and for erasing the stigma associated with it. The world is a much better place because of the blessing of you.

Greg Engelhardt

June 29, 2014

The seemingly endless love that Barbara has shown our family, over her years in Venice, is clearly the same love she shared with so many others.

It was clear that her devotion to others in need came from a desire to serve. She used her faith and her many gifts ...wisdom, compassion, and understanding among them, to make the world a better place.

On behalf of my mother, I wish to express how fortunate we both were to have been a part of her remarkable life.

To her family, I wish to express our condolences, and also to share my belief that the selfless way she lived her life will always serve as an example for the many whose lives she touched.

June 28, 2014

I send my condolences to all of Barbara's Family. I cannot write enough of how I witnessed the love and care you gave to your Mother. I know she is in Heaven with the Lord. She was a wonderful person. I worked along with her for over 9 years as her helper. I witnessed all the devotion and help she had for the Elderly. I will miss her terribly but know she is safely home. Jean Morgan

William Brouse CAE

June 28, 2014

I deeply regret that physical ailments prevent my participation in the services for Barbara Keyes. I had
the good fortune to serve on her public information
committee and board. I quickly learned that she was
a caring gentle woman and a highly effective dedicated leader for the Alzheimers Association. She cared deeply about the association's mission in
helping so many affected by this terrible illness. During that time she became a close friend and confidante and we discussed many professional and
personal matters over over coffee or quiet lunches.
I will forever be grateful that our lives touched so
often and will always remember her sage counsel
and loyal friendship, During our public information work together we came across a card that we used
in our communications for the association. She had
it done in calligraphy and framed for me. It reads
"God gave us memories so that we might have roses
in December." It occupies a prominent place in my
home as a treasured memory and possession. I am
proud and honored to have enjoyed her friendship and professionalism for so many years. My deep
sympathy to her family and her many friends.
William Brouse CAE
Retired Association CEO
Brookfield.

June 27, 2014

Dear Keyes cousins--May the kindness and strength your mom, and our aunt, gave to so many over the years give all of us courage to continue doing good things for others. Although, we are not able be there with all of you to celebrate your mom and all of her accomplishments, we have kept her, and all of you in our thoughts and prayers over the past few months. Please take care. Peace and hugs to each of you. Love, cousin Sue & Tom & family of Washington & Maryland.

Rev. Vince Sheehy

June 27, 2014

I offer my sincere sympathy to all the members of Barbara's Family. Barbara was a wonderful spiritual lady. She greatly enriched Our Lady of Lourdes parish, Venice,Florida, as our Parish Nurse for fifteen years. Barbara specialized in gerontology (Care of the Elderly) with great compassion and understanding. She was loved by all our parishioners who now mourn her death. She will always be remembered at Our Lady of Lourdes. We will offer a Memorial Mass for Barbara at our parish at 10:00 am, Thursday,July 24,2014.
Peace in the Risen Christ,

Mom's greatest physical activity

MAUREEN KEYES

June 27, 2014

We are saddened by the passing of your dear Mother. Although we only knew her for two short years, she became a very close and dear friend to “Uncle” Jerry, Chris and me (Dale). She was a beautiful woman, with heart of a saint. She loved and cherished all of her children, and grandchildren and you could hear the love in her voice as spoke of her entire family. She missed “Bill” and now their souls have been reunited, and I can picture them playing dominoes as classic music plays in the background.
Our deepest sympathy on your loss, but we are joyful for her arrival in heaven.
John “Jerry” Behrens, Christine Nemeth, and Dale Jackson

Gertie Matthews

June 27, 2014

To the keyes family,

When you lose a Loved one, you gain an angel whose name you know, and her love will light the way.

June 26, 2014

Dear children of Barbara,
A few of you may remember meeting me when I worked with your mom and WAITC. She taught me so much about so much: Alzheimer's disease, people who knew about AD, how to lead, how to budget, etc. She was another mom to me, maybe a big sister...I cherished our relationship over many years.
She loved you all so much, talked about you all the time. I know she felt blessed to be the mom of every one of you.
May she rest in peace with a life so very, very well lived. A wonderful woman and a blessing to us all.
Peace be with you.
Barbara Lawrence

Rosie Fink

June 26, 2014

Your mother's legacy of compassion, love and concern for others will live on in the hearts and actions of everyone who was privileged to know her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers-praying our Lord will bless you all with peace and comfort.

Jeff and Kathy Orlowski

June 26, 2014

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jessi Senda

June 26, 2014

My heart goes out to all of you. I know how it is to lose both parents, and preparation never makes it any easier. Rejoice in the fact that they are together again and watching over you. Two angels are always better than one. My love to you.

John and Geri Padulo

June 26, 2014

Deepest condolences - our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Will miss Barbara when we return to Florida - she was a wonderful next door neighbour.

Erin and her mother Barb at July 4th 2013

Angela Preslik

June 26, 2014

Kathryn O'Dell and her mother Barbara Keyes at the Nevins Event 2013

Angela Preslik

June 26, 2014

Patricia Walsh

June 26, 2014

Lovely woman, gracious human being...we already miss her presence in this earthly world. May God bless all of you, and help you find peace in your love and memories.

2013 Nevins Event

Angela Preslik

June 26, 2014

Barbara Keyes was a saint walking among us.. I have never known another person quite like her. She was brilliant, warm, loving, and so incredibly wise. Her friendship and that of her family is something I hold very dear to me. Her work changed the world;she brought compassion to those affected by Alzheimer's. Her legacy of Love, Tenderness, Charity and Mercy to those in need lives on by her beautiful family. She will always remain a strong influence and inspiration to me.

Flo Liedel

June 26, 2014

My friendship with your dear mother was brief but made an everlasting impression. Her kindness and concern for the elderly who had no one else to look out for them was a true lesson in charity. She was never too busy to listen to them when they called the church office and went to great lengths to find the help they needed. She was a Christian in the truest sense of the word.
My deepest sympathy to all of the Keyes family on the loss of such a marvelous woman. Her legacy will live on in each of you.

Fr. Manuel Borg

June 26, 2014

May the full and lasting peace of our Most Holy Redeemer welcome you, Mrs. Keyes and provide solace to your loved ones who grieve and mourn.

Kathryn O'Dell

June 26, 2014

Well deserved rest is yours dear mom. I am grateful God chose me as one of your daughters. Your heritage is one of service to the vulnerable and suffering and we will continue living your legacy. Your work on earth is finished and you can enjoy meeting Jesus and the sweet reunion with Dad, grandchildren, parents and sisters. Love you, miss you. Kathryn

Andrea Haug

June 26, 2014

Our deepest condolences on your family's loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful woman and leaves behind huge shoes to fill. Now your family will have a beautiful angle watching over you.
Respectfully- The Haug Family

Kathie Gerade

June 26, 2014

I first met Barbara 11 years ago when we moved to La Casa in North Port, FL.
She and Bill were our neighbors and lived two doors down.
Our relationship changed after her surgery, when I spent time with her at the hospital and at her home.
It's so hard to explain, but it seems that our spirits recognized one another immediately
and we became close friends, catching up on all the years we had missed.
One day I drove her to the hospital for a treatment to give her daughter a break.
When we arrived in the treatment room the nurse asked if I was one of her daughters, we looked at each other and Barbara responded with “adopted”, and we both smiled. And that is
how it felt to both of us. We were so comfortable together and I loved her.
When Barbara returned to WI, we kept in touch through texts and email messages and at the end, through her family. Sometimes I would get a text from Barbara late at night and she would end with “sweet dreams” which made me smile and feel tucked in. I felt so close to God just knowing her, and I realized reading the Caringbridge notes that she had touched so many others in the same way. I will miss her smile, her wisdom and sharing thoughts on our faith, but I will always hold her love in my heart. As Barbara said to me, when I asked why God waited so long to bring us together, “It is better to have loved and lost than not to have loved at all”. And she was right! I thank God for the gift of her friendship and love, which brought great joy and peace to my heart. xoxo Kathie

Mother's 82nd birthday party photo January 2014

June 26, 2014

I miss you so much already my dear mama--please send us some suggestions or advice on how to proceed. We are clueless. Our hearts are breaking--especially Michael's. We need your intervention please Mom.
Love, Maureen

June 26, 2014

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