Kathleen L. Wuerzberger
A memorial service to honor Kathleen’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Friendship, Wisconsin, with Father David Bruener officiating. Prior to the service, visitation will take place at the church from 10:00 a.m. to the start of the service.
Kathleen was born November 26, 1946 in Evanston, IL to Michael A. and Mary R. (Szafran) King. She was adopted by her uncle and aunt, Benjamin and Katherine King. Kathleen grew up in Evanston, and attended St. Mary’s Catholic High School. She moved to Adams County in 1970. She married Thomas Wuerzberger on December 6, 1986 in Friendship, Wisconsin. Kathleen farmed cash crops and also worked in the greenhouse at Twin Creek’s Nursery for many years.
Kathleen enjoyed gardening, fishing, tending to her dogs, cats, and tropical fish. She was especially fond of her dog, “Rosco” and her cat, “Misha”.
Kathleen was a long time member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and taught CCD for 20 years.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents: Michael and Mary; and adoptive parents: Benjamin and Katherine.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas Wuerzberger of Friendship, WI; son, Steven (Marilo) King of Virginia Beach, VA; step-daughters: Wendy (Gerry) Creech of Friendship, WI and Michelle (Rico) Ross of St. Point, WI; sisters: Linda King of Boulder, CO; Debbie (John) Melidis of Sycamore, IL; and Kim King of Shabbona, IL; Kathleen is further survived by 7 grandchildren: Patrick (Jessica) Wuerzberger, Lacey (Bryan) Bula, Timothy (Tiffany) Amell, Michelle (Travis) Clausen, Benjamin (April) King, Daniela (Lauren) King and Andrea King; 16, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Steve, Tom, and family.
I was saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. Lot of good memories. I wish I could have made services today.
Dear Tom and family so sorry for your loss of Kathy we will keep you all in our prayers
Dear Tom and Family,
So sorry to hear about Kathleen passing away. We used to work together years ago at Grande Cheese Company in Friendship, WI. I pray the Lord Jesus Christ comfort and strengthen you all during this time.
Take Care and God Bless You.
Lennard A. Wilson
So sorry for your loss Tom and family. Kathy was good friend to my mom. She was a hard working lady. Our prayers and sympathy.
Teresa and Rubber Marti
Kathy was a wonderful sister in law we had a wonderful time in Florida for the winter. She was kind and caring loved my brother with all her heart. I will miss talking to her but I know I will see her again she had the lord in her life. I pray that God will comfort her family and friends at this time.
Tom I am so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was so very sweet and funny. I remember her always wanting pancakes with bananas and decaf coffee.It was a honor to know her. I will miss her deeply. My sincere condolences to you and yours. Always in my thoughts and prayers……
Please accept my sincere condolences at the loss of your dear wife, mother and grandmother. May the Lord’s peace buoy you up during this time.
Lacey and family-sorry for your loss.