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Joan Marie "Baldwin" Wilcox
Joan Marie "Baldwin" Wilcox
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Joan Wilcox Obituary
(Baldwin)
Age 73
Preceded in death by son, Francis Joseph Jr.; sisters, Beverly Rydberg and Betty Foxx; brothers, Robert and John. Survived by husband, F. Joseph; daughters, Joan (Bob) Koneck-Wilcox, Julie (Doug) English and Jena (Dave) Mitzlaff; sons, Jeff (Pam) Wilcox, Joel (Donna) Wilcox and Josh (Megan) Wilcox; 22 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; brothers, Donald, Leroy and Richard Baldwin; sister, Sharon Castle.
MEMORIAL MASS Thursday 11:15am St. Cecelia Cathedral. VISITATION with family Wednesday 6-7pm with 7pm Prayer Service at St. Cecilia Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Crohn's Society, Multiple Sclerosis, American Cancer Society or St. Cecilia Cathedral. KORISKO LARKIN STASKIEWICZ
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This obituary was originally published in the Omaha World-Herald.
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Mary Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2023
I cannot believe it has been 9 years since I last heard your sweet voice Grams. On this anniversary, I just wanted to share another memory that often makes me laugh. I hope some other grandkids remember you doing this as well. On trips to Platte river you would pack your ducky nightgown and on sleep overs at your house you always have this nightgown with a flapping duck bill. Then at some point you would grab crackers and tell us you had to feed the duck. You would lift up the duck bill and crush the crackers and quack like a duck. Then we would all laugh hysterically and think you were the goofiest grandma. Thanks for being so goofy Grams.
Joseph Koneck-Wilcox
May 19, 2015
Three of my favorite memories of Grandma have to be 1)crying when she was babysitting because I wanted my Mom. I would sit on the steps and tell her to go home, and a few moments later I would crawl into her lap and say "I'm sorry Grandma, I love you." She never got mad and loved me. 2) I would call her "beautiful old lady" and she was always there to listen to my struggles and triumphs. It was just a short walk to visit with her, she was always available. When I was not close her letters updated me on everything little and big, and she always signed "Love and Hugs" followed by either "Grams" or "Beautiful Old Lady." Her repeated advice to try new things, and to always be myself wisely gave me roots and wings (even if she did say not to start dating until I was 30). 3) There are so many good memories of Grandma that I will probably have to write another post, but I loved what a competitive spirit she had. Cards games, dice games, board games, writing games, and word games were best when punctuated with one of her "Woo" outbursts. She made sure to include everyone and no game was too small or big to be ignored. Love you lots Grandma.
Winners!
Peter Koneck-Wilwerding
May 19, 2015
Oody doody
Let's take our little red wagon to Cuming Street and collect ants for fried ants and chocolate sauce.
Let's do a worksheet.
Let's do a worksheet.
Let's do a I know you don't feel well Grandma, can't you please make another worksheet?
That snowman is different from the other snowmen! Done.
Let's do a worksheet.
Oody doody.
Let's shoot our imaginary friend George, who does all of those bad things we get blamed for, up into the church towers.
Let's lower the thermostat for the Platte River State Park heat pump to 40.
Yahtzee!
Let's crack some crackers in the duck bill of your duck nightgown.
Let's hide at your house because it is time to clean ours.
Oody doody.
Fudge.
Let's fly paper airplanes,
wear green on St. Patty's,
squeeze onto the steps for a photo,
and eat our weight in cheesy potatoes.
Oody doody.
Let's hit your windows with basketballs.
Let's thank All that is good for our time with you.
Let's remember your laugh and hugs and smiles and holiday cheer.
Let's celebrate you as you celebrated us.
When it seems too hard let's say,
Oody doody.
2000
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Mom and Dad were so proud in the year 2000 to travel through Wilcox, Nebraska.
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Mom and Dad
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Mom and Dad...loyal and steadfast in their love for each other.
Mom and Bob 1982
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
My mom and my husband loved each other very much. They hit it off at the beginning and never stopped accepting and caring for each other. Bob always called her, "Mom."
PRSP 2001
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Mom loved vacationing at Platte River State Park.
1994
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Mom was very proud of the fact that she was the first one in her family to get a diploma from high school. And she was very proud of the academic accomplishments of her children and grandchildren.
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
I love you
Looking up to my mom
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
One of the things I admired about my mom was how she matured in her faith, especially her last years. I know she now knows how much I looked up to her for that.
Teenage mom
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
One of my favorite memories of my mom has to do with the weather. I enjoy cooler weather but my mom enjoyed warm weather, actually the hotter the better. I was scolded more than once for hiding in the fort on "A" street. She would say, "Joanie, get out in the sunshine!" And I would reply, "But Mom, I just want to read in the air conditioning." My mom loved sun bathing. In more recent years, I would go through our shared gate and find her in her lawn chair basking in the sun. I still find myself going through the gate looking for her. I don't totally believe she's gone.
My mom and me
Joan Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
My mom was very young when she had me. She used to say we grew up together. I didn't always appreciate how difficult life may have been for her at times because she was so happy being my mom.
Clare Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Some of my favorite memories of Grandma all are surrounded with food. She was so very talented at expressing her love through the food she prepared and shared. Her Christmas cookies were an obvious favorite, and even when she was tired of baking she still made all the different kinds that her loved ones wanted- peanut butter balls and bars, no-bake haystacks, FUDGE- which no one can quite get right, spritz cookies and the list goes on. She loved treating all of her grandkids to a special birthday meal- just for them. The holidays were really special every year, filled with joy and the love of the best Matriarch.
Her hugs! And letters! And coffee dates... There are so many wonderful things about this woman. My goodness, am I a fortunate person to have known her. Thanks Grandma for being the best Grandma you could be, your love is always here!
Meg Wilcox
May 18, 2015
One year ago today we lost an amazing Mother and Grandma. I've never been jazzed about meeting my boyfriend's Mom, and when the time came to meet Josh's Mom I was terrified. He is the baby of the family, her baby. But I wasn't terrified for too long, she was great from the beginning. She was welcoming, loving, and warm. She passed away three weeks after Milo was born and I am very grateful she was able to meet her youngest grandchild and he got to meet his Grandma Wilcox, but it hurts my heart that he'll never experience what an awesome Grandma she was. I'm going to try my hardest to make sure he knows through our memories with her. I miss you Mama Joan.
Jonathan Gombas
May 18, 2015
The last great memory I had of grandma was when she called me Mary's "Man-Friend". When it was pointed out that title might not be appropriate she upgraded me to "Gentlemen Caller" with a smile and a wink. Flushed cheeks and laughs abound.
I sadly didn't know Joan as long as others but I can say she always treated me as if I was one of her own. She would always have bags of candy or other treats ready for me along with her other grandchildren, and was genuinely interested in my well being. She is a bright soul full of mirth and love, as is easily evident on how her children and grandchildren revere her. While she may not be with us physically on this earth her spirit lives on in the family she raised. I'm proud to have known her, even for a brief time, because witnessing a love so pure and and accepting is a rare blessing.
Mary Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
Grams was there for me throughout my life. In grade school Grams would tell me to "kill them with kindness" when I was upset with bullies. Grams said it would be hard but that is what we have to do with difficult people throughout life. I chose Grams to be my mentor in junior high and she continued to mentor me until she died. In high school Grams let me write lots of papers about her. She was my #1 interview. Grams was full of wisdom. She would tell me stories about faith, friendship, love, sadness, and joy. Grams wrote me a letter every week in college. Her letters were awesome, she wrote like she spoke. I hung out with Grams in college a lot more than I ever did. I would pick her up after class and we would go get coffee. She would always encourage me, "keep going to school, you can finish Mary." She wanted to see me graduate from college. Grams was generous, kind, and loving. She led by example. I keep a picture of her at my desk at work, one I took at a coffee/lunch date, it reminds me that love is everything, forgiveness is powerful, and family is about both, love and forgiveness. I love you and miss you Grams.
Last picture I have with her I am fairly certain.
Rob Koneck-Wilcox
May 18, 2015
3 of my favorite memories of Grandma of the many I can remember. 1) Teaching me how to make gravy during a Thanksgiving years ago. 2) Making me buttered toast with cinnamon and sugar for breakfast because I was always running late for school. 3) Seeing how much fun she had decorating for every single holiday. She always sent a card or put together some candy. She loved spoiling all of us so much!
Bob K-W
May 18, 2015
Fall,2014
No More Lifeguard
Each day I check the chemicals
looking for Ph and chlorine levels.
The weather may be cold , may be hot,
the only deterrent , lightning to keep me out.
I walk in circles preparing to dive,
I miss the daily call, "How's the water ?"
Mom prepared for Aunt Bev's funeral,
the previous night's wake had been good.
No one saw this coming,
no one heard the burst,
the brain just gave one turn
for the worst.
Mom was feisty, she was strong,
now I have no more lifeguard.
Thank you for all you did for
Joan , for me , for all 21 grandkids.
Rob
March 23, 2015
Missing you. The holidays aren't even a fraction of what we had when you were with us.
Carl Moore
June 10, 2014
I'm Soo Sorry Pam and I didn't go to the funeral, we loved Joanie with All our hearts!!! she will be truly missed and never forgotten!!!
Our Angels
May 29, 2014
Rolland & Diann McCormick
May 28, 2014
We will cherish our memories of Aunt JoAnn forever!! Her fun loving and giving spirit for life is greatly missed. Still trying to process why God took you so soon after your sister Bev (Mom) but someday we will all be together again. Until then I'll find some comfort and peace knowing your Angels together watching over us all.
Mary Schultz
May 23, 2014
Joe and family, the memorial Mass was a beautiful & heartwarming tribute for a truly memorable woman. For me, long will be the memories of meals, gatherings & 'BUNKO'. God bless you.
Chad DeMers
May 22, 2014
I just heard about this and I am so sorry. She was a wonderful woman and I always considered her another mother to me.
Seth Perlman
May 22, 2014
So sorry to hear about your mom passing away! She was an excellent woman! Prayers and thoughts with your entire family.
Richard & Julie Hahler
May 22, 2014
Joan will be sorely missed by everyone. She was a very special person. We were blessed to have known Her and Joe.
May 22, 2014
Some people leave a mark on a golf green and think they lived a great life. Others leave a mark on people's lives and ask how they can do more. Joan was one who left her mark on so many people. She was half of the dynamic duo of "Joe & Joan". They taught many that the "greatest gift you can give your children is a happy marriage". An example of service rarely seen these days. God has called you home to rest as a reward for a job well done. Here on Earth, though, we are sad to see you go, but happy you are at peace and with your Joe Jr. Rest in Peace, Joan.
Doris Burns (& Clara)
Jeffy Wilkes
May 22, 2014
Julie and Family
I was so sorry to hear that your mother has moved up with Jesus. I know she will still be looking down on us. The boys, Jeffrey and Billy, always enjoyed the time they got to spend with your mother. The Wilkes family are praying for you all. Jeffy & Cathy Wilkes
MARTY WYANT
May 21, 2014
JOAN WILL BE SORELY MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING HER! SHE WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON! MAY SHE REST IN PEACE!
Tom Wilcox
May 21, 2014
Uncle Joe and the Family, God bless you at this difficult time. Love, Tom and Natalie Wilcox, Frankie and Caroline.
Carolyn Funk
May 21, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Will keep your family in our prayers.
May 21, 2014
To the Wilcox family!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate Joan's life. Bless each of you at this difficult time.
Much love and blessings
Ed & Connie Goldsmith & Family
Sister Barbara McTague
May 21, 2014
My name is Sister Barbara and I want to express my deepest sympathy at this time. I just love Julie and recently I met Joan. Be assured of my love and prayers for all of you at this time of great sorrow.
Anne, Ian, Sarah Severes
May 21, 2014
Dear Joe, Thank you for sharing your home and Joan with us. God was truly at work when we first called Joan and asked if she would help us with Sarah after school. God brought us to a safe, loving, faith-filled home, a place where Sarah felt loved and protected and where she could have a "snack", take a break, and get ready for the next activity! Its not every child who is blessed with an extra grandparent, but that is how we felt, having Sarah in your home after school. Thank you so much for your kindness. You and Joan will always be remembered in our prayers and I know Sarah will think of the hours she spent in your home as happy and very special. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." - Maya Angelou. Joan's love took our breath away. God bless her,
Lori English
May 20, 2014
Julie & Family;
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Joan was a fun, loving mother, grandmother, wife and friend who will be missed by everyone. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May 20, 2014
Joe. So sorry for your loss. wish I could be there with u but moved to WIsconsin last week. Joan was a great friend and a great support when we lost my sister Cindy. My prayers are with u and your family. May she rest in peace. Jill Lemke
Greg English
May 20, 2014
Julie and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you. May God Bless all of you in this time of sorrow.
Greg and Ann English and Family
Joe, Kevin and Joan
Douglas English
May 20, 2014
She will be missed. Special people keep the family together and everyone knows Joan had the skills to make everyone in the family their own special person. We will all miss her.
Anona Pflanz
May 20, 2014
Dear Joe and Family, we were so very saddened to hear of Joan's passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Steve and Anona Pflanz
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