Grace Neath
January 01, 1926 - March 31, 2020
Obituary
BROOKLYN - Grace Verena Neath, age 94, of Brooklyn, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at her daughter's home, in Brooklyn. She was born on Jan. 1, 1926, in Brooklyn, Wis. the daughter of Casper and Myrtle (Krause) Elmer.
Grace married Lowell "Casey" Neath on July 26, 1952, at Brooklyn Community United Methodist Church. Their marriage was a true love story and they taught their entire family what love was all about.
Grace worked as a postmaster for the village of Brooklyn retiring in 1986, after 25 years of service. She was a member of the Brooklyn Community United Methodist Church, Night Circle and the Brooklyn Fireman's Auxiliary.
Grace loved being outdoors and spending time at the cabin on Somo Lake, in Tomahawk. She and Casey loved being on the water and taking the family for rides on Somo Lake on their pontoon boat, fishing with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, playing cards and snowmobiling. Grace enjoyed baking and would make anything her family wanted for their birthday and was always willing to help them eat it. She loved to dance with Casey and they gracefully floated as a pair. Grace loved spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren and enjoyed traveling especially when it was with her entire family.
Grace is survived by her daughters, Dixie (Jerry) Johnson and Ginger (Bob) Zimmerman; grandchildren, Tina (Andy) Buttchen, Jenni (Kent) Thompson, Casey (Kim) Johnson and Katie (Ron Coppernoll) Slater; great-grandchildren, Braedan, Harrison, Trynity, Elnora, Greta, Jace, Lila, Charli and Easton; and sister, Jean Anderson. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Casey; parents; and sisters, Doris Hanson, Ruby West and Lila Erickson.
A private Graveside Service will be held at MOUNT HOPE CEMETERY, Brooklyn. Memorials may be gifted in Grace's name to Brooklyn Community United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Mom, grandma, great-grandma you are and will always will be in our hearts, you are an inspiration to each and everyone of us. We will always love you so very much.
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Vicky Arndt Pelletter
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I have many fond memories of times spent with Grace and with Casey in Brooklyn and on Somo Lake. My mother has shared many times that she remembers playing the piano at their wedding. Hoping your memories bring some comfort to you. Deepest Condolences, Vicky Arndt Pelletter
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Debbie Behnke
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Dixie, Jerry and Ginger and family, my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother,
I hope all the wonderful memories will help get you through this difficult time. Sending prayers to your entire family.
Debbie
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Diane Garvoille
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You all have special memories you shared with your mom, grandma and great-grandma. Those memories will stay with you and bring you comfort through the days and years ahead. She will be missed.
Love and prayers,
Diane
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Kay (Abey) Hoffman
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Thoughts and prayers for you and your families during this difficult time. Fond memories of our families times together. Hold tight to the memories.