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Maxine Thiel Obituary

Thiel, Maxine C. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, Maxine was called home to her Lord on Sunday, October 16, 2011, at the age of 79 years. Loving mother of Jeff (Cindy) Thiel, Jacki (Glenn "Hunz") Piller, and Jon (Kelly) Thiel. Proud grandma of Natalie, Haley, Connor, Ryan, Collin and Lauren. Step grandma of Shaun (Lisa) Piller. Step great-grandma of Kaeden and Katelyn Piller. Sister of Jerry (Joey) Reik, the late George and Doris Reik. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Saturday, October 22, 2011, at the funeral home 1PM until the time of service at 3PM. Reception to follow. Private family committal services. Memorials to Franciscan Woods appreciated. You are greatly missed and will be in our hearts forever.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2011.

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joyce Erickson

October 20, 2011

Jacki, I feel horrible for you but I have to believe your Mom is at peace, free from pain and is able to watch you from above. love ya, Joyce

October 19, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my prayers.
Lisa Fugina

October 19, 2011

Jeff and Cindy,

I'm so sorry to hear about Maxine's passing. You know my loving thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Janet Urbaniak

October 19, 2011

Dear Jacki, Jon, Jeff and familes -

I was happy to see "proud" grandparent as that was so true. The cards Maxine sent us over the year included many wonderful comments about her family and we appreciated the pictures and updates. She lived for you all and were so proud of you. We are sorry that your plans of bringing her up our way never were able to materialize Jacki - but you were a source of connection, hope, love and compassion for sure. We are so sorry she had to suffer so - but her pain is now in the past. Remember you are her legacy and your future happiness is exactly as she'd want it!

XXOO -- Deb and Dick Thiel

Beth Hohl

October 18, 2011

Jacki,
Your mother will be greatly missed. We were privileged to know her. Our prayers are with you and your family.
St. Joseph Inpatient Rehab Staff

October 18, 2011

Jacki,
We our all so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a very special lady. You and your family are in our prayers. St. Joseph Inpatient Rehab Staff

Sue Smith

October 18, 2011

Jackie, Just heard recently that your Mom was sick from Deb Thiel. Tried to FB you. OMG I am so sorry. I teach on Sat. but will try to make it to your Mom's memorial. Love to all of you. Sue Smith

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