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Julia Thome Obituary

Julia L. "Judy" Thome

Julia L. "Judy" Thome, 77, of New Holstein died Friday evening August 17, 2012 surrounded by her loving family at Theda Clark Medical Center. She was born on June 14, 1935 daughter of the late Joe and Julia (Donovan) Heuring. Judy was a graduate of Kimberly High School, she went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh were she received her degree in teaching.

On August 9, 1958 she was united in marriage to Francis Thome in Kimberly. Judy was a loving wife, mother and homemaker who took great pride in raising her children. She also taught in several of the area school districts and was a longtime New Holstein school teacher until her retirement.

Judy was an active member of St. Ann Catholic Church where she was involved with the Christian Women. She was instrumental in establishing the Adoration Chapel in Chilton and has remained active with the group for over 20 years.

Judy loved sports, she especially enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren at their sporting events and activities. She was always their biggest fan.

Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Francis, her children; Daniel (Sue) Thome and their children Brian & Michael Thome; Steven (Tracy) Thome; Lois Thome (John) Paluzzi and their children Nicholas & Isabella Paluzzi; Gerald Thome and Fiance Julianne Jones and their children Matthew & Elizabeth Thome, Alex Morgan; Sarah (Jesse) Heinen. Judy is also survived by a brother; Ken (Joanne) Heuring, a sister; Mary Kunstman, sisters-in-law; Audrey Heuring and Alice Thome. Many nieces, nephews relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by two children; Paul and Mary Alice Thome, her sisters; Margaret Heuring, Patricia (John) Pelszynski, her brothers; Joe (Joann) Heuring, Ed (Mary Jane) (Darlene) Heuring, her brothers-in-law; Robert & Michael Thome, Ron Kunstman.

Funeral Mass for Judy will be celebrated at 7:00pm on Tuesday August 21, 2012 at St. Ann Catholic Church, St. Anna (N188 School St. New Holstein) with Rev. Milton Suess officiating. Burial in the Parish cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Church on Tuesday from 3:00pm until 6:45pm when we will have brief family rites.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in her name for St. Ann Catholic Church.

Judy's family would like to extend a very heartfelt and grateful thank you to the New Holstein First Responders and the Doctors and staff at Calumet Medical Center and Theda Clark Hospital for the care and compassion shown to Judy and her family.

Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home of Kiel is assisting the Thome Family.

Online condolences at www.meiselwitzfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Aug. 19, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Julia Thome

17 Entries

Marilyn Hanke

August 21, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Thome family.What a beautiful person. I had the pleasure of being in her first gym class at Kiel High. God bless you all and and I'm blessed to have been a part of Judy;s life. She was a wonderful person which I'm sure you know. God bless
Marily Hemb Hanke

Les Cater

August 21, 2012

Jerry, sorry to hear about your Mom. Berni and I send our deepest sympathy and our prayers are with you and your family in these hard times.
Les and Berni Cater

Patrick Heuring

August 20, 2012

Uncle Frank, Dan, Steve, Gerry, Lois & Sarah and all of your families

I was deeply saddened to learn of Aunt Judy's passing. Having missed seeing her and the rest of you last week (and that I won't be able to attend the funeral)due to my own personal medical crisis makes my heart all the more heavy.

Judy was one of those entirely special people who truly improved the lives of everyone she met. She was most certainly one of the most giving, intelligent, caring and thoughtful people that I have met in my lifetime.

I'll be thinking and praying for all of you tomorrow as you gather to celebrate Judy's life. You are all a testament and living legacy to her love.

I fear not for Judy, as I have no doubt in my mind that she is in paradise. The challenge that remains is for the rest of us who will miss her love, wisdom and sense of humor! Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayrs

Barbara Ksobiech

August 20, 2012

Uncle Frank, Dan, Steve, Jerry, Lois, and Sarah,

My memories of our younger days seem like they just occurred yesterday...times at the farm that we always looked forward to so much. I know that my brother John has been smiling a lot the last few days, because his "favorite aunt" has joined him in heaven. Your mom had a special place in John's heart because she was such a good sport with his twisted sense of humor. She made us all feel right at home on the farm even though it was worlds away from our daily suburban life.

My mom has shared many stories of Aunt Judy as a child, a teenager, and as a young wife. She was a remarkable person who lived a life many of us don't have the strength to follow. A life of faith, selflessness, love, and purpose. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that she has made a difference to many and will continue to have a presence in those who were fortunate to know her.

Keith Depies

August 20, 2012

Dear Dan, Sue and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories you have help you in your time of sorrow.
The Keith Depies Family

Tim Drahiem Family

August 20, 2012

To the Thome Family~ We are very sorry for your loss. Try to focus on the good times and remember to laugh at the memories, as this will help you all trough this difficult time. You have our deepest sympathy.

Greg Kunstman

August 20, 2012

Thome Family-

Jamie, Georgia and I send our heartfelt condolences at Aunt Judy's passing. Before I sat down to write this, I spent a few minutes reflecting on Aunt Judy, and the same two themes were central to each memory: Family and faith. Aunt Judy loved her family without condition or pretext, and intertwined with that love was her faith, which to call rock solid is the understatement of the year. Based on my experiences with my Mother's faith, I've decided we could all do worse than go back in time and spend some time in Julia and Joe Heuring's house to learn a thing or two. Whatever the method was, the results certainly speak for themselves.

Love and faith each have their price, and certainly, you had to earn it, or at least try very hard to earn both with Aunt Judy. As a youngster, I was always intimidated by Aunt Judy because I knew she had high expectations, and would remind me, in a polite but stern fashion if I didn't live up to those expectations. Each of us has people in our lives that make us stand up a little straighter, be a little more attentive than what we would normally be, and Aunt Judy was one of those people to me. I'm a better person for it. I will miss my Aunt, but I take solace in the fact that she is with the Lord and the fact that her memory lives on in so many.

I am sorry that I cannot be with you tomorrow, but please know that my heart is with you.

DIANE JANSEN-MCKINNON

August 20, 2012

JUDY WAS A FUN FRIEND IN KIMBERLY HIGH. WE WILL BE THINKING OF HER AT THE KHS REUNION IN SEPTEMBER. MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY.

Ann (Van Gompel) Mitchell

August 20, 2012

Deppest Sympathy to the Thome family. I remember her as a wonderful person through my school years in Kimberly. A former classmate of mine.

Lori Krueger

August 20, 2012

To all of the Thomes, my sincere sympathies to all of you. Judy had a smile to light up the room. She was a very kind lady. I am glad I was able to meet and know her thru family of Dan and Sue, and with being friends with my parents. May your memories live forever in your hearts!

Elyn Wagner Hoefs

August 20, 2012

Dear Sarah and family,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mom. I remember her as a wonderful and kind teacher at New Holstein and you were always so kind and wonderful that I always thought you must have emulated her.
God bless you and your family during this sad time. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Susan Hoefler

August 19, 2012

To Francis and the Thome Family,
Judy's smile would light up any person anytime of the day. She was a great assett to the St. Ann Parish. I grew up here as a child and teenager with our family and Judy was a huge part of the St. Ann community - Thanks for your smiles and great memories, Judy!

Tammy Freund-Mann

August 19, 2012

The Best Substitute teacher when I was in grade school in St Ann & NHHS. Thank You for sharing your kindness and teachings to oh so many. Thank you for your laughs and never ending smiles, Mrs. Thome. My thoughts and prayers to you Sarah & Jesse and the entire Thome family.

Matthew Thome

August 19, 2012

I love and miss you grandma.

Grace Flora

August 19, 2012

Judy was such a beautiful lady (in every sense of the word). I'm proud that she was my friend and colleague. Her positive influence will live on in all those she touched.

Jim Pethan

August 19, 2012

Mrs. Thome was the best sub-teacher I ever had at New Holstein. Sorry to hear of her passing. She was a fun person and always lit up the room. You are all in my prayers.

Dennis & Gerry Rybicke

August 18, 2012

We will truly miss our good friend and colleague. Judy's kindness and understanding were exceptional. Her attention to detail was superb. She will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.

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