Betty Mae Bricko, of Polar, died Saturday, April 14, 2012 at her home. She was 51 years old. She was born on June 9, 1960 in Antigo, a daughter of Agnes (Ourada) Kuenzli, Antigo and the late Raymond Kuenzli. In 1980 she married Joseph Zupon, whom she later divorced. He preceded her in death in 1988. She married Michael Bricko on July 24, 2004 in Antigo. He survives.
She was 1979 graduate of Antigo High School and attended North Central Technical College in Antigo receiving her nursing assistant certification and child care license. She was employed at the college as a custodian for 14 years.
She enjoyed working in the yard, gardening, spending time in the swimming pool and cleaning. She also loved watching her boys play baseball and softball.
In addition to her husband and mother, survivors include three sons, Brock (Jenny Noskowiak) Zupon, Antigo, Jamie (Kelsey Honzik) Zupon, Anitgo and Seth Bricko, Polar; four sisters, Mary Kay Kuenzli, Polar, Donna Rae (Larry) Klement, Shawano, Karen Fay (Patrick Tomany) Kuenzli, Polar and Amy Jay (Tom) Weix, Antigo; three brothers, Lee (Lisa) Kuenzli, Polar, Larry (Linda) Kuenzli, Spring Hill, FL and Lyman Kuenzli, Deerbrook; father and mother-in-law, Charles and Susan Bricko, Aniwa; a brother-in-law, Tim (Vicki) Bricko, Wausau; and 20 nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her brother, Lenny Kuenzli; and grandparents, Anthony and Marie Kuenzli and Frank and Mary Ourada.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Hoffmann officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 3 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Miss Bettymae,You will be missed. What a ray of light you are. A rare breed of beauty,fun & grace. I will never forget our softball games or our Packer game. Such great memories. Love You Friend.
Words cannot express how deeply saddened we are to lose such of a special friend. When she first started cleaning for us, Jake was learning to talk and called her Metty Mae. She loved it and would come to clean with a huge smile and say, "Metty Mae is here!" (And of course usually had a treat for both kids and always a big hug or two.) I have never known a more energetic, organized, fun, caring & beautiful person inside and out. Don't understand why Metty Mae was called to God's home so soon but have to believe He has a plan. Our thoughts & prayers to the Kuenzli/Bricko families. Betty Mae was a true inspiration and will be missed by all!
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Betty Mae. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. In time we hope that the many wonderful memories you have will help to ease the pain you are feeling from this sudden loss today. I have many memories of Betty Mae from high school but what I loved the most was her self confidence. No matter what the situation was, she rocked a walk that let you know, she was sure of herself ; ) and she was determined. And, she always made us laugh! When everyone else was happy and having fun, she loved that. God has a very strong woman in his army of angels now that she has been called home. Take care of each other and God Bless.
My condolences go out to Betty Mae's family and friends from the Dahms family.
Betty Mae was "one of a kind" and will be greatly missed by so many. Our thoughts & prayers are with Mike, Seth, Brock, Jamie, Aggie, Amy Jay & the rest of the gang.
What a sad sad loss. Life just doesn't make sense at times. Lots of fun times with Betty Mae at good old St. Marys and Polar CC. The old semi-trucks in the back, the huge fun basement at Polar CC. She was the greatest homecoming queen ever, (well besides Mrs Kuenzli). Always a smile on her face and love her laugh. The memories are what you need to hold on to. I am so sad for all of you. I am not sure if I will be able to make it tomorrow doing my best to try and be there. I am still in shock. But she did live life to the fullest keep that in mind. Hug, HUGE HUGS to all of you.
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Julie Jordan (and the Jordan family)
You were like a mother to many people. I think I learned how to play pool in your garage... Many good times. You will be missed....
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I'll miss that sparkle in her eyes! And her ability to do the splits! What a kid! No one like Betty Mae.
Bettymae and I were friends since school and the many years after, on this day a truly wonderful friend is gone from my life but not from my heart!
Bettymae was truly one of a kind! I will miss her so much; i love you my friend angels be with you always!
No one will take the place of Betty Mae...even though her spot here on earth is empty, she will forever be in our hearts. Her love for children was certainly evident in her life! I could not thank her enough for being there after school for my three about a year and a half ago...their homework was done, dinner was made...and boy could she clean!! What an honor to be able to call her my friend. I hope she has as much fun in Heaven as she did here on earth. RIP Betty Mae...XO
There are no words to describe the sorrow being felt by all of those who loved Betty Mae so dearly. I have many memories with her but what plays itself over & over in my mind was visiting with her on Friday afternoon, hugging her & telling her "I love you girlfriend"... I am so grateful I had that moment with her. God I will miss her so much. Rest in Peace dear friend, I love you so much & will miss you so very much.
We always had a good time with Bettymae!!!
June 13, 2009 - Lia Sophia party at Betty Mae's
We always had fun with the glasses...June 2009
Miss Betty Mae! You were mine & Alissa's very first babysitters. I was just telling Alissa " Don't you remember sitting in Betty Mae's room crying in front of the mirror" Of course Alissa doesn't remember (her 3, me 5). So for being our first, hope we wern't too bad (we only had dad watch us)
Then how ever many years later, don't remember which came first either at NTC or at your and Pam's rummage sale where I took your lovley couch for my first apartment. You were such a fantastic person to be around, upbeat and lively. I will truly miss you and think of you often. My deepest sympathies to the Zupon/Bricko/Kuenzli
Betty Mae: zest for life and love for her family and friends; smiling, laughing and acting just plain silly. Knowing her all of my life I can't pick a best memory - there are so many going back over 25 years. My prayers to you...Aggie, Mike, Brock, Jamie, Seth and the rest of the family....
Betty Mae and I worked together on the school work program...she was so insightful and always made me smile..she was super funny at work
I worked with Betty Mae at NTC. She kept me smiling and showed me how to be proud of a job well done. She spoke often and highly of her children, they ment the world to her. I will miss her greatly. Her family is in our prayers.
Betty Mae will surely be missed!! Our deepest sympathies to her family.
There was always a smile on her face. Love and prayers to all.
Lorie and Gene Holbrook
Betty Mae was always wearing a smile and it would light up the whole room. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers...
with fondest memories and deepest sympathies,
Beth and Bubba
She was such a beautiful person inside and out Peace BettyMae
Betty Mae was an awesome lady for sure! A great loss for the family and the community...Betty and I used to talk while she was at NTC and we just talked at Smittys for Tuscan Road just last Saturday...great friendly lady! She will be missed...her family has all of my sincerest condolences!
We are so sorry to hear about Betty Mae..Mark and I both graduated with her..She was a very likeable person..Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.