Racine-Annabelle, 83, received the promise of eternal life on January 25, 2012. Annabelle was preceded in death by her best friend and husband of 50 years, Charles.
She is survived by her three daughters, Rev. Susan (Rev.Chuck) Ruehle, Kathryn (Dick) Williams, and Linda Jane Heise; her brother Frank (Mae) Bottoni of Portage; grandchildren, Matthew (Amy), Yong (Chantha), Kara (Todd), Charles (Abby); great-grandchildren, Angela, Gabrielle, Rebekah, Pele-Anni, Jukobi, and Kaylee. Annabelle’s smile and love will be missed by her nieces, nephews, friends and caregivers.
Annabelle’s faith was a great source of comfort and strength. Her servant heart was a gift to her many lifelong friends at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Mount Hope Lutheran Church in West Allis and her final home at Mount Pleasant Lutheran Church in Racine.
A celebration of Annabelle’s life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012, 12pm, at Mount Pleasant Lutheran Church, 1700 South Green Bay Road, with Pastor David L. Echelbarger officiating. Visitation will be from 10am until the time of the service. A private interment will take place at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield at a later date.
Susan Ruehle says
Rest in Peace Eternal
Sharon Merritt (Czaicki) says
Susie, Kathy, and Linda:
When I was a child and teenager, I visited your home many times. My memories of your mother are ones of acceptance and kindness – I always felt welcome. I remember your Mom and Dad hugging, and your Mother playing games with us – sitting on the floor. She was so friendly. May she rest in peace. Love to you, all.
Marcie Molbeck says
I am truly going to miss Annabelle’s easy going nature, her willingness to try most anything, her encouraging words to those around her, her beautiful smile & discussing her “socks” of the day. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless.