Service Details
Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 10:30 am at Saint Sebastian Catholic Church – 3126 95th Street in Sturtevant
Visitation: in the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 – 8:00 pm / and in the church on Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 am
Racine – Carla Jean (nee: Fliess) Hempel, age 56, passed away peacefully at home late Monday evening, November 27, 2017 surrounded with the love of her family, following a courageous 9 1/2 year battle with cancer.
Carla was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin on May 4, 1961 to Thomas W. and Alice J. (nee: Skeans) Fliess, Sr. She was a 1979 graduate of St. Catherine’s High School. Carla was employed as a production operator at SC Johnson for the last 29 years. Prior to this, she was an awesome waitress and fiercest cabbage cutter ever known.
She was a member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church and of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Racine. Among her interests, she enjoyed craft fairs, crocheting blankets, baking, and shopping. Above all, she loved and cherished spending time with her children.
Surviving are her children, Jennifer (Aaron) Alby, Christopher Goetz, Samantha Hempel, Nicholas Hempel and Thomas Hempel; father, Thomas W. Fliess, Sr.; sisters and brothers, Susan Paulus, Thomas (Cherie) Fliess, Jr.; Nancy DiBiase, Richard Fliess and Shirley (Darren) Olson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Carla was preceded in death by her mother, Alice J. Fliess; brother-in-law, George Paulus; and nephew, Joshua Smith.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 10:30 am at Saint Sebastian Catholic Church (3126 – 95th Street in Sturtevant) with Rev. Javier Guativa officiating. Interment will follow in St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Paris, WI. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 – 8:00 pm and in the church on Saturday from 9:30 – 10:30 am.
Lucy Alvarado says
My Prayers and Sincerest Condolences to the Family and Friends who are grieving at this difficult time. May she continue to RIP and be your Guardian Angel 🙏
Marcie. says
Sorry for the lost Nancy and family.
Dan Grimes says
Safe travels to you, Carla, my courageous friend.
LaDonna Hatfield says
Dear Jen and family,
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother.
I know there is a great emptiness left. Cherishing all your fond memories of your mother and the strength and love of family members get you through this difficult time.
God bless you!
Love,
LaDonna and family
Anonymous says
So sorry for your loss Carl a came to my wedding with my brother years ago… she loved him… but wasn’t ready due to recently divorced she shared her recipes with me and we seemed to always bump into each other somewhere. She worked with me at puss for a short time. When it became to much for her.. Our family will love her always rip carla
Carol Suero Leahy says
So sorry for your loss..there are no words that can help you at this time of grief..xo
Anonymous says
May Her Memory and Spirit bring Peace, Joy and Strength to All who love her. With Deep Sympathy and Love. Eddie Tyk and Family
Billy says
Rest in peace Carla!
John and Cathy Jacyna says
Our sympathies and prayers to Carla’sa family.
Steve Dunlevy says
My thoughts and prayers are with Carla’s family. She was an awesome person, and I had the pleasure of both working with her and having her as a friend. She was a bright spirit and she will be truly missed.
Dawn jaskulske sadlon says
So sorry for your lost. Carla was such a wonderful women and mother. Peace be with all.
Vera and Monica Pechous, Henderson, NV says
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. Big loss and tragedy. God Bless her beautiful Soul.
Terry & Geneva Olson (Darren's Aunt & Uncle) says
Our condolences to the family and friends of Carla. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Phil Slaske says
So sorry. Always admired you. Thought you were a terrific person.
Anonymous says
Sending prayers and condolences to Carla’s family. I haven’t see Carla in a few years but feel blessed to have known her. I always felt she was one of those rare souls you could trust your life with.
xo
rose & wally kurczab says
Wish we could be there for you, our hearts are with you, Nancy.
Priscilla Anchondo says
I am sorry for your lost my sympathy and condolences go to you kids god bless yous take care I will be praying for yous all god bless
Priscilla Anchondo says
I am sorry for your lost my sympathy and condolences go to you kids god bless yous take care I will be praying for yous all god bless she will be missed
Love
Priscilla Anchondo
Ps Jenny and family
Joel & Connie (Fliess) Minton says
Our prayers and thoughts are with you everyone during this very difficult time. Carla was a fighter and gave her illness a run for its money. May she rest in peace. Our deepest sympathies.
Ramona Barney-Ellison says
To The Family, You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear beloved family member. Jehovah knew that death would cause much suffering, therefore he provided a ransom in Jesus so that we may have an opportunity to live in the future without the threat of dying. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life,” at John 11:25. He will resurrect obedient mankind to a beautiful paradise home. Take comfort in this guarantee.
Raymundo Garcia Jr says
My deepest sympathies to familia. I worked along side Carla at SCJ at times. Very nice gal and good worker. She tried to help my daughter deal with her cancer of which I totally appreciate. Carla is now joining my daughter Grace in Heaven. God bless them.
Carol S says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Carlas family. May she rest in peace.