Diane L. Kopitzke

Diane L. Kopitzke, age 69, of Friendship, Wisconsin died May 21, 2013 at her home.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 30th, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Father James P. McNamee will officiate.  Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass.  Interment will follow at the Quincy Cemetery.

Diane was born November 9, 1943 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Paul and Marcella (Jachthuber) Kopitzke. She worked for many years at the Adams County Courthouse. Diane enjoyed spending time with her family, watching the nature in her yard, particularly the birds. She also enjoyed sewing with the Quincy Sewing Circle and being a Red Hatter.

Diane will be deeply missed by her family, many friends and her cats.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Marcella Kopitzke

Survivors:
Daughter:  Barb (Jason) Theisen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Granddaughter:  Chloe Theisen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Grandson:  Trevor Theisen of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Brother:  Paul (Kathy) Kopitzke of Battle Creek, Michigan
Sister:  Judy Fink of Niles, Michigan
further survived by nieces and nephews

A special thank you to her nephew Peter “Curly” Kopitzke for always being the guardian angel and her special friend & neighbor, Diane.

In lieu of flowers donations may be given to the Adams County Humane Society.

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Condolences

  1. Christine Koss (Tina Peschl) says:

    I’m so sorry to hear about Diane’s passing. May our loving Lord welcome her into his loving arms.
    I will always remember her for her laughing smile and her funny jokes. She could always tell some
    good jokes.

    I am Diane’s second cousin. My grandmother was Erna Jachthuber, who was married to Walter.
    God bess and take care.

  2. Donn Anderson says:

    Barb, I’m very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It is always very difficult to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always remember the happy times, they will help you through this difficult time.

    Donn Anderson, son of Robin Anderson Ellsworth and Ken Ellsworth

  3. Lisa, Alan and Kids says:

    I am always here if you need anything. Hang in there. Thoughts and prays are sent your way to keep you strong through all of this. Love you tons! Your the best BFFER! 🙂

  4. Ronald and Richanne Nicolai says:

    We are sorry to hear of Diane’s pasting. We will miss seeing her when we come up to our house at the end of the road.

  5. Brian and Mandy Stanley says:

    Barb-
    Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your mom. Let us know if we can do anything.

  6. Dave and Kathy Bossert says:

    Diane welcomed us to the neighborhood and what always willing to look out for our property while we were gone. She had a wonderful personality and the kindest heart. We will surely miss her. Our condolences to you all.

  7. patti spradling says:

    Diane was a beautiful human being with a loving and kind heart. I will miss her. Her smile was contagious and she had a great sense of humor.
    Rest in peace my friend. Deepest sympathy to her daughter and all of her family and friends

  8. Gordon & Mary Lee Klaus says:

    Diane was a special lady, always gracious, and she will be missed by all who knew her. Prayers to the family.

  9. Lloyd Waller says:

    Barb–my sincere condolences to you & your family on the loss of your Mother, a wonderful, friendly person who always cared. May God’s peace be with you all! Lloyd Waller from Country Aire

  10. Dennis & Phyllis Hoefle says:

    Barb: Words cannot say how sorry we are. We all go back a “long way”. So many happy memories. Those are the ones we will hold on to. You and your family have your special ones which you will have forever.

  11. Peggy Sleeman says:

    Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Sending thoughts and prayers.

  12. Roxanne and Glenn Buchanan says:

    Barb, so sorry for your loss, thinking of you, with love and prayers.

  13. Jodi Lecy Helgeson & James Grabarski says:

    What a wonderful person she was. I missed her when she retired and I’ll miss her now.

  14. Crystal & Mile Hiller says:

    Barb, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I have so many memories of her through our grade school days and always talked to her when I would attend the red hat gatherings. She would always stop and take the time out of whatever she was doing to talk to me whenever she saw me in town. I sure am going to miss that. She was a special person with the kindest heart. I am so sorry for your loss.

  15. Lillian Schultz says:

    Barb and family So sorry to hear about your loss Met Diane working out at Curves and feel that I was blessed to know her. What a special person she was and she brought smiles and laughter to everyone. She will be missed.

  16. Julie Goodhue says:

    Diane will be missed; my sympathy to her family.

  17. Sue Moran says:

    Barb,
    So sorry to hear about your mom.

  18. Cheryl Killilea says:

    Barb and family
    So sorry to hear this sad news. Diane will be forever in our hearts. Sending all my thoughts, prayers and love to you in your time of sorrow. Hugs from the Killilea’s

  19. LaVonne Scott says:

    Many times Diane came to my rescue at Planning & Zoning and I missed her when she retired. May God comfort those she left behind.

  20. Doris Gullickson says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Diane was such a sweet lady. Always a smile on her face and a kind word. Anyone that knew her will miss her deeply. May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time.

  21. Liana says:

    Sadden to hear of this news. We will miss Diane. She was a sweet lady and friends with all of us at Carlsons. We will cherish her memory. God Bless you Barb and family

  22. Christine Uphoff and Brad Marti says:

    Barb I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Just know she is at peace. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her. God have mercy on your family at this time.

  23. Loren Lecy and Peggy Henriksen says:

    So sorry on your loss. Hold each other close and share your memories. Heaven received a angel in Diane. We enjoyed her and have wonderful memories. She is with Grandpa Paul. They are in heaven and will be your guardian angel. May God comfort.

  24. Dennis & Judy Allen says:

    Barb and family, I worked with your mom at Adams County Planning and Zoning. Always enjoyed her contagious smile and caring attitude. Let all of the great memories help you through this difficult time, those memories will continue to be there to share with your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  25. Joyce DuBois says:

    Barb I was so sorry to hear about your mom. If you need anything let me know!

  26. Linda Charles says:

    Barb and family,
    I am very sorry for your loss. It is always hard to lose a parent, but while she is no longer here to share in your life, she will always be in your heart.

  27. Barb (Larson) Dehmlow says:

    Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear about Diane. When ever I would see her she always stop and talk and/or have a friendly smile for you. Hold all your memories close and always remember she was a special women. God bless and take care.