JoAnn Fassbender, of Deerbrook, died Sunday, February 3, 2013 at Eastview nursing home. She was 79 years old. She was born on August 16, 1933 in Antigo, a daughter of John and Ann (Gallenberg) Csuy. She married Kenneth Fassbender on November 3, 1951 in Crandon. He preceded her in death on August 4, 2009.
She was a graduate of Antigo High School with the class of 1951.
She worked seasonally in area potato fields. Mrs. Fassbender was employed at Weinbrenner Shoe Company factory and retired from Amron Corporation in Antigo.
She was a member of the Gillis Homemakers club, the Parent Teachers Organization at Spring Valley School and the Neva Nomad Snowmobile club.
She enjoyed baking and will be remembered especially for her apple sheet pies and potato salad.
Survivors include four daughters Kathy (Leon) Antoniewicz, Schofield, Pat (Gary) Benes, Lewistown, Montana, Barb (Jim) Honzik, Pickerel, Piper (Tom) Desy, Escanaba, Michigan; three sons Robert (Candy) Fassbender, Star Neva, Jim (Peg) Fassbender, Bryant, Jerry Fassbender, Antigo; 14 grandchildren Amy (Joe) Szarkowitz, Jake and Jamie Benes, Jodi Hanne and fiancee Bob Metropulos, Ashley (Mike) Darr, Scott (Brittney), Jeff, Stephanie and Ryan Fassbender, Aaron and Annie Fassbender, Amanda, Zack and Mitchell Desy; six great grandchildren Kaitlyn and Matt Hanne and AirRihanna Williams, Amelia and Evelyn Szarkowitz, Will Darr; four brothers Jack (Marlene) Csuy, Antigo, Paul (Ruby) Csuy, Phoenix, Arizona, David (Jeanne) Csuy, Summit Lake, James (Wanda) Csuy, Phoenix, Arizona; two sisters-in-law Beverly (Richard) Fleischer, Mesa, Arizona and Janet (Ed) Baranowski, Stickney, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Omer Kelley officiating. Burial will take place in Star Neva Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home.
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So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I have so many great memories of days out at the Neva home!! She was such a kind lady, and always made us all feel so much at home. Hugs.
Barb and all the family of Joan Fassbender,
We were very sorry to hear about the death of your mother. It was nice to talk with you and some of your siblings at Eastview. We are the family of Erma Wild, that sat at the same dining table as your mother.
May God bless you.
We were very sorry to learn of JoAnn's passing. Our heartfelt sympathies to you all. May God wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
Piper-I am very sorry to hear about your mother.
Our prayers will be with all of you today.
Fassbender family-
We are very sorry to hear about the death of your mother/mother-in-law/grandmother but we do know that she's back in the loving arms of her husband with God's peace and joy forever. May the good memories remain in your thoughts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Fassbender Family - I am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful mom. Our prayers will be with all of you. Wish we could make if for the funeral, but please know you will be in our thoughts. The Ettenhofer Family
Fassbender Family--
I was sorry to hear of your great loss. I hope you find comfort in the many great memories you have of your mother.
Ron
Barb,
Sorry about your mom, we will be thinking of you and your family.
John and Shirley, Class of 72
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts will be with you at this difficult time.
Kathy, Leon and family,
We are so sad to hear of your Mom's passing. We understand only too well your loss and the pain you are feeling. She is a special lady, always ready for a good laugh and lots of common sense. I loved hearing her stories about the whole family and what everyone managed to get into. No matter what was happening, she found the best side of it and could make the rest of us see it too. She gave a lot of her special talents to her children, especially to her girls. We are thinking of you in prayers and with love.
Gary, Marge, and our family from La Crosse to you
To the wonderful Fassbender family:
An unsung hero passed Sunday night. JoAnn Fassbender made her transition Home one minute before the SuperBowl ended. She and Kenny raised 7 AMAZING children; one who happens to be my sister in law, Kathy Antoniewicz. JoAnn was one of those women who did it all. Not so much a teacher with words, but by example. A woman up before dawn; best baked goods in the world; an independent, working mother raising her family until her husband, Kenny, who worked out of town during the week, arrived home for the weekend. JoAnn was 79. May her wisdom and love live on in all of us.
"Till we meet again, JoAnn. Thanks for the memories. We love you."
Dar, Dale, Luke and Benjamin
Piper and Tom - May God's blessings be with you and your family. It is never easy to lose a loved one and, no matter their age at passing, it is no less painful. Remember the good times and remember she is with Him and those who have gone before her. May He comfort you and bring you peace.
We love you Grandma. xo
Aunt Bev, Mom and Aunt Marlene
The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand. The sun goes down but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops yet still it lingers on in sweet refrains. For everything that passes something beautiful remains. So many memories!
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Piper and Tom, I am sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers!! It is never easy losing a loved one, especially someone as dear as your mother. May she rest in peace!!!
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Our 'family' get-together at the 19th Hole!
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