Mary Humke Obituary
Mary was born on March 1st, 1929 in Taylor County, Wisconsin, in the town of Redville, to Wilbur A. and Velma H. Stewart (nee Looker). She grew up living above her family's general store, an experience that left an indelible impression on her. Many times, throughout her life, she would share memories of that influence as it applied to current events.
Upon Mary's completion of college, having attended Stevens Point, UW Eau Claire and finishing at UW Lacross, obtaining her Bachelors Degree in Education, she taught at Greenwood Elementary School in Greenwood, Wisconsin.
Mary was united in marriage to the love of her life, Everett D. Humke, on August 5th, 1949 in a double ceremony with her sister and brother-in-law, a marriage that lasted 65 years.
Mary is survived by her daughters, Shelly Glover (Jon), Christie Paulson (Rick), grand-children, Grace (Oliver) Books and Eli Glover as well as step-granddaughters, Alana (Matthew) Moran and Brenna Paulson. Mary was also step-great-grandmother to Ryan, Nicholas and Benjamin Moran and Nora Paulson.
Mary remained an enthusiastic advocate of education throughout her entire life. Both she and Everett were involved in many community continued education programs well into their retirement.
A service and interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be directed to Channel One Food Bank or Christ United Methodist Church.
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Karen Franzmeier
December 3, 2025
She was my father´s aunt. Everett Humke was his mother´s brother. Our family got together with them once in awhile and I went to visit Mary once or twice a year. She was a caring and kind woman and often asked about my Dad. I´m thankful for our time together.
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Janet Boerger
December 1, 2025
Mary was such a kind brilliant woman who lived her life with kindness and Lice for her family and community.She will be joining her husband and all that have passed and be an angel of God! So much fun visiting her and learning from her wisdom ! She was so loved bet her family who treated her with the same Love she gave others until the end of her life here on earth; im so happy she´s a part of my genealogy! May you continue to enjoy all the wonderful memories that you have in your heart and mind of your Mother Mary; some ppl are not as lucky as we are to have been raised by a beautiful Mom inside and out!
Janet Boerger ; daughter of Dick and Gert Franzmeier
Jeff Van Keuren
November 29, 2025
Aunt Mary set a very fine example for us all to follow. She was so kind, loving, caring, and so much fun to be around due to her great sense of humor. She also knew what was right and stood up for her beliefs. She lived her values. We all miss her dearly. Nephew Jeff
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