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Elizabeth Kurek Obituary

Kurek Elizabeth M. (Nee Lifke) Of Pewaukee. Went to her Heavenly home on November 24, 2007. Born August 18, 1911 in the Town of Maple Valley Oconto County Wisconsin. Devoted and loving wife of the late John A. Kurek. Loving mother of the late Beverly J (Fred E.) Booher. Mother of Bryan R. (the late Janice A.) Kurek. Cherished grandmother of Craig (Jackie) Booher, Darci (Robert) Trettin, Wendy (Vaughn) Larson, Maureen (Duane) Deisinger, Sheryl Kurek and Amy (Shawn) Selode, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Survived by brother, Arnold (Bernice) Lifke and sister, Caroline (late Donald) Behnke. Preceded in death by brothers, Fred, Adolf, Joseph, Emil; sisters Elenore, Meta, Lulu and Emma. Also survived by nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Visitation 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Tuesday, Nov. 27 at the funeral home with prayer service at 7:00 PM. FUNERAL SERVICES 10:30 AM, Wednesday, Nov. 28 at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, W240 N3103 Pewaukee Rd., Pewaukee. (Hwy. 164 south of Capitol Dr.). Visitation from 9:30 AM until time of service at church. Reverend Richard Krause officiating. Interment Wisconsin Memorial Park following. Memorials in Elizabeth's name to Christ Lutheran Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. Yonke & Son Funeral Home 205 Prospect Ave. Pewaukee 262-691-1900

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 26, 2007.

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George Kurek

November 27, 2007

Dear Bryan, Maureen, Amy, Sheryl, Craig, Darci, and Wendy

I want to extend my condolences and sympathy at the lose for you Bryan your mom and for everyone else your grandmother. Throughout my life I have many fond memories of our families getting together and of visits.

It is with a deep regret and sad feelings that I am not able to be there in person for the funeral services and to extend my sympathy to each of you in person.

With love,
George Kurek, Andrew, and Corey

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