Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
FUNERAL HOME
Shirley Gneiser Obituary
Shirley Margaret Gneiser, age 89, of Berlin, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at Patriot Place in Berlin following a long battle with cancer.
She was born November 26, 1924, in WI, the daughter of Theodore and Esther Marshner Stapel. On November 25, 1948, she was married to Alvin Gneiser. She was a 1942 graduate of Berlin High School and graduated from Green Lake County Normal. She continued her education through UW-Oshkosh. Shirley taught elementary education in the Berlin School District for many years, retiring in 1987. She taught in a one room school (Woodlawn), and continued teaching in Washington, Lincoln and Clay Lamberton Schools.
She was a member of Grace English Lutheran Church, past Sunday School Teacher, belonged to Homemakers, and was a past 4-H leader.
Shirley is survived by her husband, Alvin; two daughters, Cindy Kemnitz (James Packard), and Nancy (Bill) Clewien ; five grandchildren, Naomi (Kevin) Resop, Jeremy Kemnitz, Allie (Adam) Henke, Ben Clewien, and Courtney Clewien; two great-grandchildren, Logan & Jori Resop; sister-in-law, Louise Schmuhl; brother-in-law, Neil (Nancy) Gneiser; nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Vennecia and June; sister-in-law, Sally; brothers-in-law, John, Elwin, & Dean.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace English Lutheran Church, the Rev. Scott T. Piper officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Berlin. Friends and relatives may call on Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Barbola Funeral Chapel and on Saturday one hour prior to the service at the church.
Online condolences may be emailed to the family at [email protected].
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Gneiser
SHARON GROFF
May 2, 2014
Shirley wa mt frist grade teacher at Washington school. I may have been in one of her firsy classes. Thru the years we visited many times. I so enjoyed her company she was so sweet and Kind. I believe I may have sold them one of their last cars when I worked at Westside garage. Mymemories will remain bright and so may years ' Love to all of you
April 19, 2014
This lady lived next door when she was in college. She was a sweet person then when young, as she was now.
LeRayne Domske Beck
April Maki
April 18, 2014
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a truly great lady. She was my favorite teacher while I was at Clay Lamberton. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Debra Schubert
April 18, 2014
Dear Alvin & Family, Our Deepest sympathy~to all of U~in the Loss of A Wonderful Lady~Shirley.. My Mother and Father~always enjoyed the fish dinners and conversation a couple times a month... May Shirley receive the Crown of Life~that is PROMISED TO HER... Hang on to the wonderful memories and laughter~U all enjoyed together... Again, OUR DEEPEST sympathy...
Walter "BUD" & Alice Schubert
Cheryl Rodgers
April 17, 2014
May your hearts be filled with fond memories of your mother to help you thru this difficult time. She was a fine woman,I believe I may have had her in school.. not sure.. I send my deepest sympathies and also hugs and prayers.
April 17, 2014
So sorry to hear this!! She was one of my favorite teachers!!! Perry and I were both in her class. Sending prayers to the fanily and for all who knew and loved her!!
Kellie & Perry
April 17, 2014
Shirley was my, I believe, 3rd or 4th grade teacher at Woodlawn so many years ago. She was one of my favorites. My sympathy to all the family.
Marie Beaman Drecktrah
Milton&JoAnn Haskins
April 17, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lois
April 16, 2014
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times. Thinking of you all.
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
Make a Donation
in Shirley Gneiser's name
Memorial Events
for Shirley Gneiser
Funeral services provided by:
Barbola Funeral Chapel - Berlin282 E. Marquette Street PO Box 201, Berlin, WI 54923
How to support Shirley's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Shirley Gneiser's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
