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Marian Driessen Obituary
Marian J. Driessen, age 94, of Kaukauna, passed away at Parkside Care Center, Little Chute, on Tuesday, July 16, 2013. Marian was born on August 1, 1918, in Little Chute, to the late George G. and Mary (Hermsen) Coenen. She married Robert E. Driessen on September 1, 1941, in Little Chute, and moved to Kaukauna; he preceded her in death on November 13, 2003. In 1967 the couple moved to White Potato Lake for 23 years and then returned to Kaukauna. Marian was employed as a sales clerk at Gloudeman and Gage, and later at Prange's. She enjoyed cooking and baking for family and friends.
Survivors include her children, Karen Geyso, Kaukauna; Robert F. Driessen, Kaukauna; and Rick (Betty) Driessen, Kaukauna; her nine grandchildren, Eric (Jenny) Geyso, Alison (Dave) Spencer, Abbie (Luke) Quella, Todd (Nicole) Driesssen, Craig Driessen, Robin (Scott) Bruecker, Darin (Michelle) Driessen, Traci (Brandon) Powell and Tyler Driessen; her eleven great grandchildren, Dylan Driessen, Chase Driessen, Saylor Driessen, Taylor Geyso, Caden Lambie, Kiefer Lambie, Griffin Geyso and Grady Geyso, Megan Driessen, Kenzi Driessen, Brayden Powell, her great great granddaughter, Eden Geyso; her sisters, Rose Kavanaugh and Leone (Bob) Stadler; and her brother-in-law, Leo Driessen She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Marian was preceded in death by her son, Daryl Driessen; her son-in-law, Bill Geyso; her daughter-in-law, Bonnie Driessen; and numerous brothers, sisters and in-laws.
The Funeral Liturgy will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013, at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 309 Desnoyer Street, Kaukauna, with Fr. Tom Pomeroy officiating. Friends may call directly at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Kaukauna. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of Parkside Care Center for their loving care. A memorial has been established in Marian's name. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com
Fargo Funeral Home, 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130 (920) 766-7600
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Mary & Jim
July 19, 2013
Rick & Betty,
So sorry to hear about Rick's Mom's passing. She has a large and loving family which is a wonderful legacy.
July 19, 2013
Condolences to the family. She was quite a gal and will be missed.
July 19, 2013
To the Driessen Family:
Our deeoest Sympathy to your family in the loss of your Mother. Many great memories were made at white potatoe lake God Bless
The Johnson family
Jo Ann Greenwood
July 17, 2013
God Bless Marian
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July 17, 2013
Marian was a great lady. Will miss her. Betty and Rick I wish I could be there but I do know how hard it is. Rick take care! Love you both!
Karen Gerhartz
July 17, 2013
Karen,
I'm sorry to hear about your mom. Time does heal and you will always have your memories. It just takes awhile.Take care and God Bless!
Lori Metoxen
July 17, 2013
My Deepest Sympathy to the Driessen Family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary & Patty Vande Wettering
July 17, 2013
Karen, Our sympathy on the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May all the memories you have of her help to ease your loss.
Dennis & Ilene Carew
July 17, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jan Mitchell
July 17, 2013
Sorry to hear about Aunt Marian's passing. I am planning on coming down for the funeral.
Judy Geyso
July 17, 2013
Karen, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
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