Alice Tomaska
Alice R. Tomaska, age 73, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Heartland House in Wautoma, Wisconsin.
Alice was born on February 17, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois, the daughter of Beldon Elmer and Ruth Mae (Knupp) Schroeder. She grew up in Arkdale, Wisconsin, and graduated from Adams-Friendship High School with the Class of 1970. Throughout her life, Alice was known for her strong work ethic and caring spirit. She held a variety of jobs, including serving as a Federal Meat Inspector, working alongside her Aunt Beverly at the Mokena Quik Serv Gas Station in Mokena, Illinois, and later at Butra’s Fruit Market in Des Plaines, Illinois. On October 6, 1980, Alice married John “Jack” Tomaska, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1986. In 1991, she met Tom Welsh, with whom she shared her life until his passing on March 8, 2014.
Alice will be remembered for her sharp wit, generous heart, and quiet strength. She had a love for the open road and the freedom it brought-something we imagine she’s found again, perhaps with a motorcycle waiting for her just beyond the clouds.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Tomaska; her partner, Tom Welsh; her parents, Beldon and Ruth Schroeder; her brother, William Schroeder; and her nephew, Christopher Piechowski.
She is survived by her brothers: Dale (Carol) Schroeder of Mattoon, WI, and David (Gretchen) Schroeder of Champlin, MN; sisters: Mary (George) Piechowski of Redgranite, Wi, and Rebecca (David) Smith of Cleveland, TN; sister-in-law: Laurie Schroeder of Arkdale, WI; and 12 beloved nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Chaplain Ben Frei will officiate. Interment will follow at East Arkdale Cemetery.
Alice’s family would like to thank Heartland House in Wautoma and ThedaCare Hospice for all of their wonderful care.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
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I will miss you my dear sister in-law. We had some great times and a lot of laughs. But what I remember most is when you gave your heart to Jesus Christ and your name was written in the Lambs Book of life. One day we will join you. We shall be up there with you laughing and singing together. Love you Alice.
Sorry for your loss. My condolences to her family.
I remember Alice Schroeder from my high school days. Alice was a good person. I send my condolences to Alice’s family and friends.
Our sympathy to the family of Alice.
My deepest sympathy to the family. May the Great Spirit Above along with our Heavenly Father hold you all close and give you comfort. My thoughts are with all of you.
Sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the family.
Sorry for your family”s loss. I have many fond memories of Alice in our childhood days. Prayers to her family.
So sorry for your loss .
So sorry to hear this, especially so close after Billy passed away. My condolences to the family
God bless you Alice. And God bless and comfort your family.
So very sorry for your family’s loss. Judy Chaffee Alderman