Mary C.
Hall
Mary C. Hall (nee Skaleski) of Franksville passed away with peace and grace at home with her precious daughter by her side on August 27, 2019 at the age of 79.
Mary Cecelia was born to life April 27, 1940 in Shawano, WI. She was the third child of four siblings. Mary is survived by her adoring daughter Laura (John) Syty, endearing grandsons Richard and William Syty, her loving brother Joe “Turtle Joe” Skaleski (Bonnie Splitt) of Shawano and sister Virginia Strickland of Texas. Also survived by other relatives and friends, especially Mary’s guardian angel Sherry (Gary) Horton of Racine who forever touched her heart along with her rescue dog Buddy. Preceding Mary in death is her beloved husband Richard in July 2018 and dear sister Kay.
Mary moved to the Milwaukee area where she married Richard Hall and together welcomed and raised their daughter, Laura Michelle. Mary wore many hats throughout her life working at the Eagle Knitting Mill in Shawano after graduating high school, Briggs & Stratton Milwaukee, C+D Duck Farm Yorkville, as a bartender at Bessie in her hometown of Shawano and The Hideout in Raymond. Mary also worked along side her husband installing overhead garage doors and door openers. She was very involved with her daughter’s school as homeroom mother, Brownie troop leader, sewing class helper and PTO. Mary volunteered for the American Cancer Society and the Milwaukee VA Hospital. As a grandmother she was a very proud Nanny and always available for her grandsons. She enjoyed sewing and was an excellent cook and baker. Mary baked some of the best desserts, especially her husband and grandson’s favorite apple pie, cherry pie and peach cobbler.
Mary always saw the good in people, always smiled and always lent a helping hand, never too busy to help a stranger. She believed that if you spoke with love, your words would never be hurtful.
Laura would like to extend her heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Paul Durbin, his nurse Annette, Doctors Abha Malhotra, Ryan Engel and Lewis Rosenberg along with the medical staff at Ascension – All Saints Racine, specifically those that were a part of her care team throughout the years of which Mary received exceptional care. A very special thank you to the Lakeview Pharmacy team for providing personalized excellent service.
Memorials in Mary’s name can be sent to “All Tressed Up” wig closet, (<click foundation name for more info) c/o Ascension All Saints Hospital, 3805-B Spring St, Suite 220, Racine, WI 53405
Heartfelt sorrow, Laura for your tremendous loss of your precious mother- gentle beautiful, beautiful woman inside and out! Great memories of her and , yes I can vouch for her excellent baking skills, having privilege of, on many occasions indulging in her delicious onion rolls and decadent chocolate haystack confections!. Rest in Peace, ever so giving, gentle and gracious woman, wife, mother, grandmother… 🙏💖💗💝
Dear Laura & John, Even though I never knew Mary, I can just imagine what a lovely and kind woman she must have been because I know you, Laura! She raised you to be a woman of very special qualities.
She surely was very proud of Richie and Willt watch them grow and to see what good men they can both became.
While we know she is a peace, I’m sure all of you miss her very much. It breaks our hearts to say goodbye to our dearest loved ones. Remember she is forever in your hearts and will help you when she can.
I’m so sorry for your loss and wish you God’s comfort.
Laura,
So sorry for your loss. Your Mom and Dad were great neighbors and friends for so many years on 51st street. She sure was a great Baker and loved when she came over with something she had just made. Many good memories. Loved that you and Brian became good friends growing up had such fun roller skating between the two basements.
I know your Mom will always be with you in your heart and I’m sure she is with your Dad wa5ching over you.
Laura and family, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. As kids I remember her being one of the nicest mom’s growing up. Always smiling, laughing and happy. She was such a beautiful woman, very striking, and Laura, you look so much like her. I’m glad you got her love of animals too. I hope knowing she’s with your Dad watching over you all will bring you some comfort. She will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to your family.
Laura and family,
What a lovely obituary and remembrance for your Mom. She certainly left you all with wonderful memories and made you the lady you are. Know you will miss her – now she and your Dad have the peace of eternity with God and the job of watching over you!
Be at peace.
Laura and family,
Your words about your Mom are a great tribute to her. She helped you care for your kids and you cared for her in such a complete and selfless way. You could not have loved her more. May your memories be your strength.
Love and support, Francesca