Grace Mary Thillemann's Obituary
Racine – Grace M. Thillemann passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 6, 2012.
Grace was born in Racine on February 23, 1928 to the late Gustav and Martha Mattie. Grace was married on March 10, 1979 to Karl Thillemann Sr. who preceded her in death in 2000.
Grace enjoyed telling stories about working at Heckles, Giovanni's and Hamilton Beach. Most of her time was spent doting on her grandchildren. She made felt stockings for all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to enjoy. Along with making stockings, she painted and tried any craft she could get her hands on. She enjoyed going to the casino, reading, word finds and giving her grandchildren treats.
Survivors include two sons, David (Debbie) Mertins and Keith (Lisa) Mertins; one daughter, Sharon (Don) Reske all of Racine; two step-sons, Rick (Gloria) Thillemann of Argonne WI and Gary (Gail) Spaay of Rentz GA. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren including Hannah, Mikey, Justin, Kelly, Megan, Heidi, Vanessa (Virgil), Amy and Eric (Crystal). She had 18 great-grandchildren. Grace was preceded in death by son Michael, step-son Karl Jr. and siblings Betty, James and Fran.
Funeral Services will be held in the Wilson Funeral Home on Monday, December 10, 2012 at 11 am with Pastor David Gehne officiating. Internment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family from 10 am until the service time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Trinity Lutheran School of Racine are requested.
"A special thank you goes out to Dr Paap and Compassionate Care Hospice for their excellent care."
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