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JoAnn Busch Obituary

Busch, JoAnn M. (Nee Progar) Of Hartford, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2012, at the age of 75 years. JoAnn was very devoted to her family and spending time at all of her families' functions. She was an avid sports fan routing on her favorite teams. She enjoyed spending time doing needlework and reading, when she was able. But out of everything she enjoyed, the most cherished moments were spent with going north to Eagle River with her family, where they made many fond memories together. The peace and tranquility that she remembered the most is what drew her to the area, which will be her final resting place. JoAnn was a member of St. Adian's Episcopal Church of Hartford. Beloved mother of Sandra (Anthony) Pietsch of Hartford, Susan Kienzle of Arizona, and Sharon (Tim) Pfeifer of Hartford; Cherished grandmother of Jenna (Jeff) Newcomb of Milton, WI, Eric (Jessica) Pfeifer of Clinton, WI, Lindsay (Randy) Wojtasiak of Ashippun, WI, Taylor Kienzle of Arizona, and Michelle Pietsch of Hartford; Adored great - grandmother of Isadora, Ariana, Kaleah, Natalie, Grace, Eleanor, and Mia. Further survived by other relatives and many friends. Visitation is Saturday, January, 28, 2012, from 2:30-4:30PM at St. Adian's Episcopal Church (670 E. Monroe Ave., Hartford). Funeral Service at 4:30PM will follow. Rev. Anna Doherty will officiate. Private interment. Memorials to St. Adian's Episcopal Church. BERNDT-LEDESMA FUNERAL HOME 226 S. Main St. Hartford 262-673-4700 www.berndt-ledesma.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 26, 2012.

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Karen Wilson (Radecki)

January 27, 2012

Sandra, Susan, and Sharon,

I have childhood memories of your mom being extremely friendly and cheerful whenever we were together. You could tell she loved being a mom and was very proud of all of you. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda VanDyne (Radecki)

January 26, 2012

My heartfelt sympathy to Joann's family. I have many childhood memories of happy times spent with her and her family. I am so sorry for your loss.

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