Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Elsa Byrnes Obituary
7/25/36-7/23/20
Elsa was born in Milwaukee to William and Bergetta Pabst. She grew up in Milwaukee, raised a family in Oconomowoc and eventually moved to Scottsdale, AZ. She earned a BA Degree in Education ('59) from Marymount College in Tarrytown, NY. In addition, Elsa was an alum from Milwaukee Holy Angels Academy ('55). She is survived by six children, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by spouse, Michael R. Byrnes, granddaughter Ali Raddatz, and brother, William Pabst Jr.
Elsa's greatest joys in life were her family, friends, and dogs. A devout Catholic, Elsa attended Mass daily with "The God Squad", and volunteered for her parish. Above all, Elsa will be remembered for her uncompromising devotion to her children, her love of travel, her renowned bratwurst parties, and her inherited appreciation for beer. We were lucky to call her our mom. She will be missed.
Burial at Forest Home Cemetery and private services for family to be held at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Elsa Byrnes
2 Entries
Jeanne Barry Oelerich
August 21, 2020
Elsa was a great friend. I've tried to track her down for the last couple of years. We went to Marymount together
Deborah Quirk
July 26, 2020
Dear Byrnes Children,
As one of your illustrious babysitters from across the lake I remember your mother so very fondly, always in A tennis outfit ready to get on the nearby OLC courts. She was straight forward and steadfast with a wicked sense of humor. I had heard she had moved to Arizona before it became fashionable (like a Pabst -always ahead of the curve) And I being in Tucson I’m sorry we did not connect before she passed. I want to tell you how much I enjoyed your father as well and I remember how much love there was in that big beautiful house on Lake Club Circle back in the 1960s and 1970s. May she rest in eternal peace.
Deborah Callan Quirk
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Elsa Byrnes's name
Memorial Events
for Elsa Byrnes
How to support Elsa's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Elsa Byrnes's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
