Elaine Dorothy Papez
March 30, 1928 - October 03, 2020
Obituary
MADISON-Elaine D. Papez, age 92, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. She was born on March 30, 1928, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Viola (nee Saubert) and Dr. Charles Schad.
Elaine attended Washington High School in Milwaukee and graduated from Rogers High School in Newport, R. I., where her father was stationed during World War II. She received her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University and a graduate degree from Marquette University. She married James Papez on June 20, 1953. Elaine taught Math at Milwaukee Area Technical College and later worked for the State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections. She enjoyed camping, biking, spending time with her family and world adventures. She lived a full life.
Elaine was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Jim; parents; and brother, Charles Schad. She is survived by her son, David (Carrie) Papez; and daughter, Vicki (Ted) Slavik; grandchildren, Jesse (Kristi) Papez, Michael (Leah) Papez, Katrina Slavik and Kailey Slavik; great-granddaughters, Keaton and Rozalyn Papez; brother, Russell (Mary) Schad; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
In light of the Covid 19 pandemic, a private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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May Elaine's beautiful soul rest in peace
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Tiffany Schad
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My beautiful Aunt Elaine, thank you for the love you gave me and the beauty of life you showed me with so many adventures, picking wild berries and tobacco in Wisconsin, enjoying life on a rugged farm in Medford and western Wisconsin, Sending you love and blessings from this life and looking forward to seeing you again. Thank you.
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Sue Robinson
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I knew Elaine from Bonnie’s aerobics class. I believe we were together in this class for 25 years. She was an amazing woman. She and Jim graciously welcomed us to their home for our class’s Christmas parties every year. Elaine was a faithful, steady, young-at-heart member of our class. She was very proud of her family and enthusiastically shared stories about Jim, her children and grandchildren. Elaine, may you rest in piece with Jim.
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Gino Salomone
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I was a student of Mr. Papez at Samuel Morse Junior High in Milwaukee. I happily reconnected with him a few years ago and loved seeing what a great couple he and Mrs. Papez were. I was her friend on Facebook and always happy to get a like from her. My sympathies to all of you.
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bernard micke
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Sorry to learn of your Mother's death. She and Jim were on several trips to Cuba were I got to know them
. They were fun to be around and were supporters of our organization ( The Wisconsin Medical Project ) that continues to send medical supplies to Camaguey Cuba. I will happily make a contribution to Wis Dems in her name . Sincerely Dr Bernard Micke
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Debbie Gille
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I met Elaine when we did Bonnie's Aerobics together. She was an inspiration to us all. She very seldom missed a class. When i was commuting between Rockford and Madison, i often was a Monday overnight guest. Jim would always make his famous fish. I have some very fond memories of both Elaine and Jim. They would share stories of all of the biking and travel adventures. They spoke often and with pride about their family and grandkids. Rest in Peace Elaine. My deepest condolences to the entire family. Debbie Gille