Lois Ann
Charney
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Memorial Visitation: Thursday, September 26 from 1-3pm
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HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME (9200 S. 27TH St, Oak Creek)
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Memorial Service: Thursday, September 26 at 3pm
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HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME (9200 S. 27TH St, Oak Creek)
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Lois “Lolo” Ann Charney (nee: Cheke) was born into Eternal Life at the age of 88 on September 21, 2019. She was born on April 21, 1931 to Elisabeth Blank and Louis Cheke. Survived by sister, Kathy (Mike) Dombeck and brother, Richard (Joann) Cheke. Loving mother of Deb (Brad) Gleason, Sue (John) Kender, and Scott (Sandi) Charney. Loving grandmother of Kyle (Kelsey) Gleason, Todd (Kate) Gleason, Jake Kender, Ashley Charney and Brandon Charney. Loving great grandmother to Lillie and Macie Kender and Parker and Crosby Gleason. Will be missed by other extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Howard Charney, her grandson, Nate (Jenny) Kender.
Lolo was a gentle soul who lived for her family. She was passionate about all things Wisconsin; Badgers, Packers, Brewers, Friday fish-frys, old-fashioneds, and the cabin at Roach Lake. Those that knew and loved her were also familiar with her competitive spirit – whether during a “friendly” game of Canasta, at the casino, or being the number one fan of all of the family sporting events. She will be remembered for her Charney laugh and loving spirit.
We will miss your kind heart and hope you know we hit the jackpot having you in our lives.
Memorial visitation will be held from 1-3pm at HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME (9200 S. 27TH St, Oak Creek) with a memorial service officiated by Pastor Wierschke at 3:00PM. Friends and relatives are invited to a dinner immediately following at Jim Dandy’s, Oak Creek , WI. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Caledonia, WI.
Sadness now but prevailing will be nothing but gratitude that all of you were able to have her for so long. A celebration of life!
So sad to hear of Aunt Lois’s passing. Fond holiday memories of she and Uncle Howard. Much love to your family from ours.
Such a beautiful lady’ kind’ loving and fun’ such wonderful memories of uncle Howard and Auntie Lois
2 of the best’ God speed you to your special place in heaven! Love’ hugs and strength sent to all of our cousins for your great Loss’ we love you’
Greg’ Kellie and Jordan
Auntie Lois was always a favorite aunt of mine growing up as a kid in Milwaukee. She would always make the best Christmas cookies every year!! I have such happy memories with her. She will be missed.
Our prayers are with the family. What a delightful person.
Auntie Lois was such a good “auntie”. so many happy childhood memories with uncle Howard & auntie Lois. we will truly miss her.
When my sister, Cindy, called to tell me of our Auntie Lois’ passing, through my sadness I smiled at the thought that she would once again be with Uncle Howard. I first was aware of the love between them when I was about five years old. I was staying overnight, and we were all in the living room watching Ed Sullivan on TV. Auntie Lois was lying on the couch, and Uncle Howard was sitting on the floor in front on her. She was gently stroking his hair, and even at five years old, I could feel the love between them. As years passed, I also was struck by how much they enjoyed each other. A visit to the two of them always included laughter. Uncle Howard was THE best story teller (next to my dad), and many stories were told at Auntie Lois’ expense. We would all laugh, but Auntie Lois laughed the hardest. A visit also included questions about my children. I was always touched that she remembered the details about them shared during an earlier visit. (I knew because there were always follow-up questions!) My aunt was much beloved by the entire family, and she will be missed.
My brother Brian passed away five years ago, so I am writing a brief note for him. I’m sure he had wonderful memories of Auntie Lois, but the one he passed on to me was a recipe of hers–“huffin puffin.” (It was fun just to say it!) It was a wonderful concoction of potatoes, hamburger, tomato, and corn, and whenever he made it, he would call and say, “I’m making Auntie Lois’ huffin puffin. Come on over!” It was an invitation not to be turned down.