Virginia A. Knaack
January 25, 1931 - January 27, 2014
Obituary
MADISON-Virginia A. Knaack, age 83, of Madison, completed her final journey home on Monday, Jan. 27, 2014, after residing at Kindred Hearts Memory Care in Cottage Grove. Virginia grew up on a farm in Mosinee and graduated from Mosinee High School. Soon after high school she married Walter Knaack in 1949 and they raised four children together. Virginia was a voracious reader and a staunch supporter of the Madison Library System. She was addicted to her daily sweets and crossword puzzles. Virginia will be remembered for her sense of humor, zest for life and constant enthusiasm. She was eternally optimistic and had a youthful outlook on life. Virginia loved working with children and was a devoted mother and grandmother. Virginia is survived by her children, Mary (Stan) Rohrer, Anne (Stuart) Coogan, Walter “Bruce” Kathy Knaack and Jim (Sue Lisi) Knaack; grandsons, Jacob and Nicholas; a brother, Dave (Pat) Wentzka; and a sister, Jean. She was preceded in death by her parents; Walter and Stella (Wezbicki) Balcer, husband; and a sister, Irene Vokovan. Private services will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank all who helped Virginia on her final journey home. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
“Do not cry when it’s over. Smile because it happened”. –Dr. Seuss
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Ruth Marty
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To Virginia's family. My name is Ruth Marty, and years ago I shared employment at Monona Grove State Bank during the same time that Virginia was employed there. We spent our work days in the Bookkeeping Department and shared some of the joys and sorrows of living in moments when we were not carrying out our skills in banking. My sympathy to you, I remember her as a congenial, lovely woman and I'm glad she touched my life.
I saw the obituary in the WIS State Jrnl. I am in Arizona for the winter and moved, with my husband to Peosta IA in 2000.
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kassidy
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May your cheerful mood and spirit shine bright forever. I know you have a lot of love welcoming you home. Peace be with you. We love you "Ant" Virginia ♡♡ Love, Kassidy, Joel, Emmersyn and Aspen Wilde
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Joanne
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My Dear Aunt Virginia~One of the dearest, sweetest, most unassuming people in the world..., that lit it up like a firecracker!!! You will be missed ! But, oh, we have such wonderful memories....we will think of you with love & continue to smile!! Thank You for being the WONDERFUL YOU that you were....Say hello to my mom for me "up there"! Love , Joanne
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Judy Kompsie
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Dear Anne:
We were so very sorry to read of the loss of your Mom. I remember many conversations w/Virginia while shopping @ Woodmans. She was always willing to stand & visit. We extend to you & your family our deepest sympathy on your great loss.
In Sympathy & Love,
John & Judy Kompsie
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Tama and George Frazier
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Anne and Stuart;
What beautiful flowers are shown for Virginia's tribute!! She will be greatly missed.
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John Knaack
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Hello family.
I wish I could be there for the tribute to a special lady. She was always a joy and a blessing to be around. She would always share something positive about others and I don't recall a disparaging word from her at the many family events.
I look forward to seeing her in the eternal reunion God has in store for all of us.
blessings to the family,
Pastor John Knaack & family, Hamburg, NY