Dorothy Elizabeth Marx, 94 of Phlox, died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at the Homme Home in Wittenberg surrounded by family. She was born on November 1, 1919 in Phlox, a daughter of the late Adney and Minnie (Egging) Welch. She married Raymond "Herbie" Marx on September 3, 1949 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Phlox. He preceded her in death on December 18, 1996.
She was a graduate of Mattoon High School. Mrs. Marx worked at the Antigo Krambos Food Store and tied flies for Sheldon's. In 1966 she and her husband purchased the General Store in Phlox retiring in 1984. In her retirement she worked seasonally for Teal's Foliage.
Mrs. Marx was a member of St. Joseph Holy Family Catholic Church, St. Ann's Society and the Devine-Menting American Legion Auxiliary Unit 525, Phlox.
She enjoyed baking and will be remembered for her apple pie and beef roast. Many strangers became friends over a bowl of soup and a piece of pie.
She loved gardening, sharing her flowers and vegetables with her family and neighbors. Her floral arrangements won many blue ribbons at the Langlade County Fair. She enjoyed family gatherings and playing 500 rummy.
Survivors include five children, Mary (Scott) Henricks of Antigo, Steve (Cheri) Marx of Antigo, Pam (Eugene) Emmer of Merrill, Margaret (Marc) Boudreau of New Lisbon and Gerri (Dennis) Parmer of Green Bay; six grandchildren, Zackary (Melody) Henricks, Jolee Henricks, Jacey (Matt) Sumner; Corey Emmer, Chad (Carla) Emmer and Seth (fiancé Cassie Alfheim) Parmer; three great-grandchildren, Elijah, Eliana and Elexa Emmer; a sister, Imelda Artz of Phlox; a brother, Floyd (Theresa) Welch of Phlox; and a sister-in-law, Emily Welch of Menomonee Falls. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by two sisters, Ethel (Victor) Baskerville and Mildred (Joe) Marx; two brothers, Robert Welch and Norman Welch; and a brother-in-law, Jerome Artz.
A funeral Mass will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Holy Family Catholic Church, Phlox with Reverend Charles Hoffmann officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 6 p.m. on Sunday at the Bradley Funeral Home and 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday at the church. A parish wake service will be held Sunday at 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home
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Margy and Marc , so sorry to hear of you moms passing. Although we didn't know her, we feel your pain. My mom had alzheimers disease and mom B was beginning to show signs of it also. We love you. Take care and know that she is in a better place.
So to hear of your loss, your mom was a friend to all who know her. Our prayers are with you.
Dorothy was my God Mother. I will never forget her. She always remembered me at Christmas when I was a little girl. It meant a lot to me as a child of a poor family and being the oldest of seven children. She will always have a place in my heart and prayers.
Dorothy was mother to my Best Friend Steve Marx, and kinda to me also. She always made sure that I got a Strawberry Rhubarb Pie in the spring as soon as the Rhubarb was ready. Most of the time that pie got to my house. It seems at times it didn't quite make it this far, I've always wondered what happened to it on those occasions.
She was always a kind caring person and I particularly remember her patiently waiting while Steve and I would be working on her car.
Maggie & I will miss her and think of her often.
Bob & Maggie
I am saddened to hear about the loss of your mom, and more so that I am not able to say goodbye to such a wonderful person and woman. As I am recovering from my shattered elbow, your mom will be in my prayers. When my mom passed in 2001, Dorothy brought over one of her famous casseroles. When I returned her dish, we sat for hours talking, she had all the time in the world to listen to my grief and share life. I made her a promise, that today I cannot keep, and it breaks my heart. Please know that in my mind and heart will be the song you asked of me, "On This Day Oh Beautiful Mother"......you were and are a great lady. I will miss you!
Dorothy always called my husband 'little Joe' witch his father never wanted a boy named after him because he didn't want him called JR. or little Joe so I always found it funny when she called him Little Joe. She was a wonderful lady. She was very friendly and made me feel welcome when we moved up here 26 years ago. She will be missed.
Aunt Dorothy's beautiful smile and loving manner will be greatly missed. Our condolences to the family. A contribution is being made to the Sisters of St. Francis, in her memory.
Dorothy was a wonderful lady... She will be greatly missed. To her family you are in my heart and prayers in this your time of loss
I will never forget you Dorothy - for all of my Phlox years, you were my best friend! Love Always, Haley
Dorothy remained me of my mother, the way she cooked and how she treated people, she was the most friendly and loving person I knew. When my own mother died she was always there for me. She was also very generous, always there with the best apple pie and and chicken soup when she knew I was sick.
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