Marianne (nee: Bubolz) Konz, 85, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Villas at Lincoln Park, Racine. Marianne was born in Chicago, on October 13, 1930 to the late Dr. Richard and Floy (nee: McCachren) Bubolz.
On December 9, 1960 she was united in marriage to Gerald Konz. Marianne was a gifted pianist and organist. At age 14, she became a fulltime church organist in Chicago. She later served as organist for several congregations in Madison. In Racine, she was the organist and choir director for Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, for over 25 years.
Marianne graduated from Northwestern University, with a degree in chemistry. She moved to Madison and worked as a research chemist at Bjorksten Research Laboratories, and later became the first electron microscopist at the University of Wisconsin Medical Research Center. Marianne was an avid gardener and enjoyed traveling.
Marianne is survived by her husband, Gerald; children, Richard (Andrea) Konz, and Brenda Konz; grandsons, Matthew, Zachary, and Aaron Konz; sister, Merry Noel (Richard) Pearson; and brother, James (Anita) Bubolz. In addition to her parents, Marianne was preceded in death by her two sisters, Betty Jean (Arnold) Ludwig and Emily Catherine Tamblyn.
Private services were held with burial in Cicero, WI. Memorials have been suggested to Hospice Alliance of Racine.
Lynn Fochtman Carr says
Such fond memories of Aunt Marianne, her sweet personality, and blissful garden. Praying for you all.
Laurie Fochtman Kovach says
So sorry to learn about my Aunt Marianne. Prayers to all who lived and cared for her.
Janet Robinette says
Aunt Marianne is remembered for her quick smile, glint in her eye, and (too) her beautiful garden. Prayers for her loved ones!
Mary Fochtman says
I have great memories of Aunt Marianne. She was always so kind when we came to visit. I remember her love of ducks; especially those that came to her pond. I also remember her playing the piano for our entertainment.
RIP Aunt Marianne. I know you’re amongst the angels ❤
David Konz says
Sorry to learn about Aunt Marianne. I so enjoyed our visits to Racine as a child. She will surely be missed. All my love.
Janet Robinette says
Sorry to hear about Aunt Marianne. I remember her for her quick laugh, glint in her eye, and (too) her beautiful garden. Praying for all!
Diane Fochtman says
Marianne will be missed. Now she can be directing the celestial choir! Peace and blessings to family. God love you all.
Harriet Marcus says
Marianne was one of the nicest, sweetest and most talented ladies I ever met. My daughter was lucky to have her for a mother-in-law. She will be sorely missed.
Mary Anne (Konz) Vizecky says
Aunt Marianne stood out from all the other Aunts. She took great interest in what you were always doing. She had a sense of humor that was refreshing and made me laugh about life. Even though we have all been praying; I feel that playing the organ for our dear Lord would be far better than the suffering life she had been straddled down here. I will always remember the GRAND times we had and rejoice in the thought of seeing you once more as you wait to greet me in heaven. Love & miss you – Always, Mary Anne
milly rugland (nee Bubolz) says
We pray for God’s comfort and peace at this time of loss to all of Marianne’s family. I have loving memories of my cousin Mim from our childhood and cherish them.
Mona Steele says
Sending my sadness to you all but hoping you are well.
Mona Steele
Laurie Fochtman Kovach says
So sorry to learn about my Aunt Marianne. Prayers to all who lived and cared for her.