Vivian Eileen Schnurbusch, age 92, of Adams, Wisconsin died Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving daughters.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Richard Corning will officiate. Friends may call at Roseberrys on Saturday from 9 a.m. to the time of the service.
Interment will be at the St. Johns Cemetery, Reedsburg, Wisconsin.
Vivian was born February 10, 1919 in Byron, Wisconsin to Alex and Ida (Bainter) Young. She worked at Douglas Aircraft in California during WWII. Vivian married Edward Schnurbusch on October 3, 1948 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale. They owned and operated Schnurbusch Grocery in Adams from 1948 to 1963. Vivian also worked as a cook at the Adams Grade School and various area restaurants for many years, until her retirement.
Vivian enjoyed fishing, card playing, traveling, cooking, casino trips, visiting with her friends, volunteering for the Salvation Army, cheering for the Milwaukee Brewers, and working on the Election Board in Adams.
Vivian was a member of Trinity Congregational Church. Her love of Jesus was reflected in the care and compassion she showed for others who were sick or in need.
Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Ida Young; husband, Edward; siblings: Leona Baumgartner; Phyllis Grimm; Lela Ludwigson; James Young; and Loretta Kozlowski.
Survivors:
Daughter: Jackilu (Dale) Niedfeldt of Rochester, Minnesota
Daughter: Jonette (James) Flister of Janesville, Wisconsin
Grandson: Edward (Julie) Niedfeldt of Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Grandson: Ryan (Tiffany) Niedfeldt of Rochester, Minnesota
Grandson: James (Patti) Flister Jr. of Brodhead, Wisconsin
Grandson: Joseph (Gina) Flister of Janesville, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Sara (Jeff) Schmoll of Rochester, Minnesota
Granddaughter: Amy (John) Young of Rochester, Minnesota
15 Great-grandchildren
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting
Joni (and family),
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother. She was quite an inspiration to me and I am sure others growing up in Adams.
My condolences to your family. I remember the grocery store in Adams and time spent with your family. Your Mother was a very cool lady!
I am so sorry for your loss
Sorry to hear about your Mom,she was a real fun person.
Joni and Jackie, Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. We always had so much fun back in our younger years. Seems like yesterday. I always enjoyed our chats we had with your mom. You will always have your wonderful memories of your mom. Keeping you and your families in my thoughts and prayers.
Growing up in Adams,I remember going to your folks grocery store next to the Post Office in Adams and their house on the corner.
Aunt Vid was actually my "Great" Aunt Vid…my mother’s aunt. Oddly, my fondest memory of her was watching Debbie Gibson’s music video on MTV in her living room as my grandparents visited with her in her small kitchen. I remember vividly going to visit Aunt Vid with my Grandma and Grandpa during my "stay" with them in Adams. I was so excited to visit because I knew she had cable! As my grandparents and Aunt Vid played cards in the small kitchen all I was concerned about was what the #1 music video was! If only I could have that summer back. If only I would’ve spent time talking to her, listening to her, memorizing her face, her voice, her actions. But try to tell a 12 year old girl that someday she’s going to wish she’d spent more time with her 80-ish grandparents and Great Aunt instead of watchin MTV…
Aunt Vid and I weren’t real close. I can remember writing back and forth with her fairly frequently many years ago, but unforately, life took over and I became so busy that it wasn’t uncommon for several years to pass without any communication.
As a nurse in the ER, I deal with death and dying regularly. Its a process of life, and one that I feel I deal with in a healthy way and comfort others as they deal with it as well. When I learned that Aunt Vid was under Hospice Care I was scared to see her. It’s funny how we can visit a loved one briefly and then say goodbye, thinking that we’ll always have a chance to see them again. It wasn’t that I was afraid to see Aunt Vid…I was just afraid to say GOODBYE. How final, how surreal. What is it like to say goodbye to somebody you love and care about but know so little about, knowing that the next time you see them will be in heaven?
Like anyone who learns of a loved one’s death, I thought of the memories I had of Aunt Vid and talked about her to a very close friend. He asked me when the last time was I saw her…I couldn’t remember. I know she was always at the family functions…you know, weddings, reunions, etc. But I’ll never forget her smile, her warm, tight hugs, her spunky hair, her colorful clothes…
I had finally worked up enough strength to say hello (and goodbye) to Aunt Vid. Due to my work schedule I couldn’t make it up until Thurs. Thanks to my cousin, Megan who was able to spend some time with her, I realized that perhaps Aunt Vid had more to share than just a "goodbye". I was excited to see her again. To let her know how much I cared about her, even though I wasn’t able to express it. I wanted to tell her to say "Hi" to all my other relatives I never got to say goodbye to. I wanted to tell her, that, even though I didn’t write, or visit, she was always a part of my heart.
Unfortunately, as you know, she was called to heaven too soon for me to express this. So…at this point, I can only hope that God is now telling her how much I loved her cared about her. You know, its funny…you always hear comments and stories about how you should always live each day like it’s your last and that you should always tell your loved ones you love them because you may not get another chance. But, even thought I knew Aunt Vid only had a week or less, I still didn’t heed this advice. I say this not to point out my regrets…but instead to point out the truth in the statement.
Aunt Vid…if you can hear me, I love you. And you’ll always be a part of my heart.
Love,
I met Vid when we were doing Salvation Army volunteering together. She was so helpful and so friendly. We need more people like that. I know I needed a person like that to help me keep on task and know that I was being as helpful as the rest.
Many years spending time with aunt Vid, and as a child she was a great play mate, along with Joni and Jacki. So sorry that I did not keep up with this. I love all of you, and truly will mis Vid.
Dear Joni and all family,
Your Mom was a wonderful lady and we loved her. There is no doubt that she is with Jesus. Our love and sympathy is with you all at this difficult time. Love, Rachel & Mike
Joni, (and family)
Some of my fondest high school memories are of our friendship and getting to know your Mom along the way. She was a dynamic woman who seemed bigger than life to me. I was in awe of her. A loving heart….A gentle spirit…A beautiful soul. May thoughts of all she meant to you bring comfort thru the days ahead. Nancy
Grandma, you will truely be missed – thank you for raising a great daughter (my mom Joni) and being a great grandma! i will cherish the memories of our last couple of visits and our discussions of the book of Matthew – you are in heaven now and may have even met him already! love you lots! See you again! Love Jimmy
Vivian was a wonderful lady. Her smile was worth a million. Jackie and Jon your mother loved you girls and was so proud of both of you. May God comfort you during this difficult time.